Private Pre-Pyrenees Medieval Village Hike from Barcelona

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Barcelona, Spain

9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Swap the bustling city for the charming villages and alpine vistas of the Pyrenees on this full-day hiking tour from Barcelona. After a scenic drive to the village of Rupit, set out on a leisurely 2.5-hour hike through the valleys, waterfalls and mountains of the Pyrenean foothills. Keep your camera to hand as you admire the spectacular panoramic views, then tuck into a delicious 3-course lunch on return.

Hike through the Pyrenees on a day trip from Barcelona
Start the walk in the charming village of Rupit, in the Collsacabra region
Explore the cobblestone streets of Rupit before hiking into the Pyrenean hills
Admire views of alpine valleys and an attention-grabbing waterfall
Finish the hike with a traditional Catalan meal in a 200-year-old restaurant
Feast on a traditional 3-course lunch after the hike

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Rupit retains an aura of medieval simplicity, with quaint stone houses clustered around its tiny center. This day trip is just the ticket to visit this must-see village and hike through the Pyrenees, too.

What's Included

Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Breakfast

Breakfast consisting of a hot beverage & fresh local pastries
Lunch

An authentic 3-course lunch with drinks at a traditional restaurant
Barcelona accommodation pick-up and drop-off

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Pick-up and drop-off at your Barcelona accommodation are included. If you're staying outside of the city, or would like to be picked up or dropped off at the port or airport, please inquire.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

11/27/2025 - 12/31/2026
Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Itinerary

Rupit

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes
Not wheelchair accessible

Infant seats available
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

LauraLeeKeow_W

This is the highlight of our Barcelona stay. Having been here before twice, we decided to get out of the hustle and bustle city and what a pleaant surprise for us. Mariela, our guide, is just amazing. She's so knowledgeable with a passion for this trip. The hike was so amazing and we have shifted some serious calories 😅. The views were just out of this world. We finished our tour with the most scrumptious 3 course Catalunya food with good wine and liquor. Thank you Mariela for making this such a memorable day for us xx

Reviews

5.0

based on 40 reviews

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Another area that makes Barcelona a must go

Martin_S, Oct 2025

The beauty and peace waiting just outside of Barcelona is a must to experience. Sam, our guide, was phenomenal . Eating in Rupit is not to be missed.

Amazing Hike in the Pyrenees

Rosanne_K, Sep 2025

5 Star Excursion. Tour guide, Anthony, was fantastic. Hike was challenging, but the views were amazing. Village is very picturesque and lunch was delicious.

A Hiking we will go!

Roger_G, May 2025

My husband actually booked this excursion. I read previous reviews and it sounded like a nice way to get out of Barcelona and see the countryside. Antoine is an excellent guide and we had a great time hiking up and down and up and down on rocky paths, stairs, steps, across streams etc. as he pointed out trees, plants, views and whatever else we needed to know about along the way. I will say this is most definitely a HIKE and I would not recommend it unless you are prepared be climbing on uneven terrain with obstacles. My husband and I are 67 years old we did this however were challenged at times. The scenery along the way is beautiful and being on top of a mountain is quite an amazing experience. We had a very nice breakfast before our hike and a very filling lunch afterwards. We thank you, Antoine for a wonderful day with you!

What a treat!!! Simply Outstanding!

LauraLeeKeow_W, Apr 2025

exceeded our expectations

Michael_C, Oct 2024

One of our favourite tours of our 5 week trip. Craig our guide was awesome, he obviously loves his job and is very knowledgable about the areas. Views were stunning and the lunch at the end in Rupit just topped off a really fun day. Would highly recommend this tour.

Great day trip from Barcelona!

Jodi_C, Jun 2024

Possibly our favorite day during our stay in Barcelona. Visiting Rupit and the hike around the countryside was so enjoyable. Plus the lunch was delicious!

Village and hike exceeded our expectations

Kim_N, Apr 2024

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our hike with guides Mariela and Sam. We discussed the history of the area from the days of Franco to the present and learned much about Catalunya during our van ride. The village was lovely, breakfast and lunch were delicious and we loved learning about and tasting the traditional foods, and the hike was really nice with absolutely gorgeous views. It was a pleasure to spend the day with our guides, who by the end of the day felt like friends to us.

Wonderful views!

John_A, Dec 2021

Excellent trip and hike, lunch was wonderful, more than expected! Phillpo was a fantastic guide, friendly and knowledgeable, it was a history lesson combined!

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Thanks so much for taking the time to recommend us. We hope to see you back in Barcelona sometime! All the best.

One of the highlights of our trip to...

Jeff G, Sep 2017

One of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona. So glad we booked this tour. Nice experience to get outside of crazy, but engaging and fun Barcelona. Our tour guide was David who did an awesome job guiding us during our exhilarating Pyrenees hike from and back to a small oldest town called Rupit. The sights were first-rate. It is not for people who are afraid of heights. It was semi-serious hiking! Make sure you're wearing comfy hiking/walking shoes. Breakfast and lunch were good! The lunch feast was actually amazing. Wonderful and gracious restaurant staff. For dessert, don't miss the ice cream drizzled with their local Ratafia - I still am dreaming of the flavor. Overall a tour well worth its price.

This is a fantastic day trip. The...

Natalie V, Sep 2017

This is a fantastic day trip. The village of Rupit is just beautiful and the breakfast from the local bakery just before the hike starts is good quality with a great selection- meats, cheeses, selection of local savoury and sweet breads and tea, coffee or orange juice. The walk has stunning scenery and we learnt a lot from our guide along the way. The lunch at the restaurant was fantastic- great quality food and plenty of it. We had 3 full days in Barcelona, 2 spent sightseeing around the city and 1 spent on this day trip and it was absolutely perfect. Highly recommend.

Absolutely incredible and easily the...

Emily K, Sep 2017

Absolutely incredible and easily the best part of our European tour so far. The village itself is stunning, one of those postcard locations. Having spent a few day's in Barcelona before hand it was so refreshing to get out of the city. Breakfast was just what we needed before the hike. It ended up just my partner and I as the other couple had cancelled due to the weather looking a bit dodgy, once in Rupit the weather was perfect. Must say we were glad they did as the one to one intimate experience made it all that much better. Once you get out of the village you really get a chance to take in the stunning scenery. Sam our guide was really knowledgeable and also got to know us personally rather than just a business transaction. At the end of the hike, we refuelled with a hearty three-course lunch bottle of wine included. Even the 1.5hr traffic jam on the way back due to the police wanting to flex their muscles wasn't difficult to sit through. Sam was kind enough to drop us back near where we were staying. Definitely, recommend and will hopefully get to take some time to explore this area in more detail.

One of the highlights of our trip. Our...

James A, Jul 2017

One of the highlights of our trip. Our guide from Spanish Trails, Alex, was awesome. The town of Rupit is so magical I didn't want to leave. The hike is a great escape from the city and unbelievably beautiful. We enjoyed the breakfast to start the trip and the delicious feast at the end. I cannot recommend this trip enough

This tour was by far the best adventure...

steph.mendoza24, Jun 2017

This tour was by far the best adventure I've ever been on! Our guide, Jon, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable- we felt at ease asking him about everything from the Catalan culture to the language to the terrain. Our group was a small one 6 people, and we all got along quite well, even getting to the point of sharing our life stories with each other by the end of the trip. We started out by meeting in the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona, and Jon drove us about an hour and a half out to the village of Rupit in the mountains in Catalan. It definitely felt like I stepped through a time portal- the village, which was literally carved into the mountains, was old but magnificent! We had breakfast at a nice little bakery Forn de Pa l'Era, which served us delicious bread, cheeses, and jamon. There are wines and liquor you can only find in that area. Afterwards, the hike into the foresty mountain was unbelievable! If you love the outdoors, you'll appreciate the closeness with nature that you would experience from this trip. The hiking activity itself was exhilarating, and the fact that it was led by an awesome guide made it also educational and even more stimulating. We got to peer over the edge of cliffs, which brought into view the most amazing sights, including valleys, plateaus, and treetops upon treetops. We got to stand at the top of a waterfall as well. We concluded the full-day trip with dinner at one of the oldest restaurants founded in the 1800s, and I have to say we ate so well there! We were even shown how to properly drink the house wine pass it around! This trip is a must-do it's a wonderful 1-day escape from the busy and modern city. I had so much fun, and I would do it again in a heartbeat. It's a small price for the experience of a lifetime!

This was our favorite part of our trip...

mvineyard, May 2017

This was our favorite part of our trip to Barcelona. Martin was the perfect guide, with extensive knowledge of the Catalan heritage. He kept us on track, yet we never felt rushed and he made sure we took in every detail of our beautiful surroundings. He obviously, truly enjoys what he does, and it shows through the way he guides you through the tour. In addition to the breathtaking scenery, we enjoyed an authentic Catalan lunch which was delicious. I highly recommend this tour with Martin, if you enjoy getting away from the bustle of the city for a day, and getting some exercise and breathing the fresh air of the countryside. A truly memorable and wonderful experience!

Wow WOW WOOOOOWOWOW!! Remember to bring...

Christopher G, May 2017

Wow WOW WOOOOOWOWOW!! Remember to bring appropriate footwear. I thought it would be a stroll but it actually was a bit of a hike, however the views and the scenery was BREATHTAKING!!! You get a breakfast and a HUGE lunch included. We were extremely fortunate to be the only 2 that were on the tour. Our guide Dan went at our own pace and was very knowledgeable of the history, flora and fauna and geological aspects of Rupit and the Pyrenees. Best tour and experience of our time in Spain!!! Do it!!!

The views throughout were sensational...

Hornsholdupmyhalo9, Mar 2017

The views throughout were sensational! The tour guide, Alexandra, was warm, witty, and knowledgeable. The hike ends with a lovely lunch in Rupit. Overall, an unforgettable experience and well worth the money!

Perfect way to get out of the city and...

Rocco C, Mar 2017

Perfect way to get out of the city and see some historic places and really learn about historic and current events. Great food and people. Totally worth every bit of it.

This tour was a welcome experience...

Loraine M, Aug 2016

This tour was a welcome experience after being in two big cities, Madrid and Barcelona. It's so nice to unwind in nature and be filled with spectacular views of the pre-Pyranees and a jaw dropping view of the waterfall. Martin, our guide, was exceptional. He was calm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. After our hike, the lunch was wonderful as well. We enjoyed the lesson on how to eat Catalan bread, and what Catalan food was. This was definitely a highlight of our trip in Spain.

This was a great trip to visit Spain's...

Kathy H, Oct 2015

This was a great trip to visit Spain's countryside. Our guide,Richard, was very informative and entertaining. This trip included a Catalonia breakfast and lunch. However our voucher did not state that lunch was included. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this trip is for you!