Barcelona Trip Overview
Go on this private tour and enjoy a private pick-up service by your guide, at your accommodation in Barcelona.
Travel through history in Girona before getting immersed in the pristine scenery of Costa Brava. Experience a unique landscape as you leave Barcelona behind. Head into the historic town of Girona and it’s many different wonders such as the Cathedral with the widest Gothic nave in the world or get surprised by the colorful spectacle of the houses along the Onyar River, which divides the city in two. After visiting Girona, drive to Costa Brava and breath it’s unique surroundings and nature.
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* Duration: 10 hours
* Starts: Barcelona, Spain
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Go on this private tour and enjoy a private pick-up service by your guide, at your accommodation in Barcelona.
Travel through history in Girona before getting immersed in the pristine scenery of Costa Brava. Experience a unique landscape as you leave Barcelona behind. Head into the historic town of Girona and it’s many different wonders such as the Cathedral with the widest Gothic nave in the world or get surprised by the colorful spectacle of the houses along the Onyar River, which divides the city in two. After visiting Girona, drive to Costa Brava and breath it’s unique surroundings and nature.
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Pass By: Barcelona, Barcelona, Catalonia
Start your tour by getting picked up by your guide in private vehicle at your accommodation, in Barcelona City Center.
Please, make sure to specify the exact address of your accommodation when booking.
Get on the road, and experience your journey to Girona and Costa Brava
Stop At: Girona, Girona, Province of Girona, Catalonia
Head to the first destination of the day, the historical city of Girona, where the relics of its Roman and medieval past coexist with the present, offering an image full of contrasts.
Wander along its labyrinth of narrow streets and to travel back in time to the best preserved Jewish district of Europe.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Patronat Call de Girona, Carrer de la Forca, 8, 17004 Girona Spain
Within the Old Force of the city, stroll down the Jewish Quarter, one of the most emblematic spaces. Get lost in a maze of alleyways and patios that keep the aura of medieval times. It is one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in the world and an evident example of the importance of the Jewish culture in Girona.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Girona Cathedral (Catedral), Placa de la Catedral, s/n, 17004 Girona Spain
In the Força Vella, the Old Force, admire the Girona Cathedral, located at the highest point of the city.
Built between the 11th and 19th centuries, it includes various walls and spaces in different architectural styles, from a Romanesque monastery to a Baroque façade.
Its most striking feature is the large Gothic nave which, with a width of 22 meters (72 ft), is the largest of its kind in the world.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Onyar River, Girona Spain
Marvel the colorful façades of the houses on the shores of the Onyar River that flows through the city and engenders this warm atmosphere of colored houses and symbolic image of Girona.
You will enjoy various and beautiful panoramic views, either from the various bridges that cross Onyar river or from the top of the medieval walls of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles), Pont de les Peixateries Velles, 4, 17004 Girona Spain
One of the bridges was designed by the famous Gustave Eiffel in 1877. The modern feel of the ironclad Eiffel Bridge contrasts sharply with the old buildings of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Village Medieval de Pals, Pals Gerone Espagne, Pals Spain
Before heading the Costa Brava, make a stop in the peaceful nature of Pals.
The ancient medieval town of Pals, once a fortress, is full of idyllic cobblestone streets and squares.
From its towers and viewpoints, enjoy the best views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Admire Pals’ beautiful green fields, the plains of the Empordà that stretch on the horizon.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Playas de Calella, Calella de Palafrugell, Palafrugell Spain
Contemplate the greenery of the mountains, the steep relief of the coast and the small villages of whitewashed houses.
Make a stop in Calella de Palafrugell, a small and traditional fishing village that still remains very charismatic, before exploring the surroundings.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cami de Ronda, 17100 la Bisbal d’Emporda Spain
Not far away Calella, take the opportunity to discover the less explored nooks of the region thanks to the Caminos de Ronda, an old route used by fishermen, guards and smugglers. From the most popular beaches in the area to the most inaccessible caves and cliffs.
To finish your day in beauty, take the opportunity to dive in the crystal clear waters, before to go straight back to your accommodation in Barcelona.
Duration: 1 hour
