Captivating Catalonia - 3 days
Captivating Catalonia - 3 days
Captivating Catalonia - 3 days
3 Days Starting and ending in Barcelona
Visiting: Barcelona, Catalonia's north
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Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
Minimum age 16, escorted by an adult
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Tour Overview
SMALL GROUP TOUR: Take in the best of the autonomous Spanish region of Catalonia on this 3-day escorted group tour. From Barcelona, discover the Middle Ages town of Pals and spend two nights in beautiful Girona. Visit the birthplace of Salvador Dali in Figueres and discover Roman history in Besalu. see the striking Montserrat Abbey, enjoy an included tour and wine tasting at a traditional Catalan winery and spend free time exploring Sitges at leisure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Barcelona - Calella de Palafrugell - Pals - Girona. Setting out from Barcelona, we first visit the charming fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell. Known for pretty beaches and coves and whitewashed seafront houses, it's a lovely place to explore. Next, we visit the Middle Ages town of Pals, in Catalonia's north. There's a fabulous mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architecture to enjoy here.
Our final destination today is Girona, a colourful city, home to historic ruins, a fascinating Jewish Quarter and a cathedral to discover. Head out for some delicious Catalonian cuisine for dinner!
Please note: Check-in closes at 08:15 on day 1 (tour departs at 08:30) - Barcelona Abba Sants Hotel, Abba Sants Hotel, Barcelona.
Day 2: Catalonia's North
Location: Catalonia's north
Meals Included: Breakfast
Girona - Cadaques - Figueres - Besalu - Girona. We're delving further into Catalonia today, heading first to the coastal town of Cadaques. The artistic and Bohemian atmosphere here is thanks to the strong connection this town has with legendary artist Salvador Dali. It was in our next stop, Figueres, where Dali was born. There's time to visit his theatre and museum and to see the castle or stroll down Rambla, the main street in the town.
Next, we visit medieval Besalu, which was an important Roman stronghold. The narrow alleys of the Jewish Quarter are also ripe for exploration, and there's also free time to take in the hilltop castle, should you wish. Then we return to Girona for the evening.
Day 3: Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Meals Included: Breakfast
Girona - Montserrat Abbey - Sitges - Barcelona. Our final day in Catalonia begins with a memorable visit to Montserrat Abbey, surrounded by towering mountain peaks. This is an incredibly important religious site, dating back to 1025.
We then drive through more of Catalonia's finest scenery to a local winery. Here we can enjoy an included tour and wine tasting. Our final stop of the tour is Sitges, a vibrant coastal town. There's free time to stroll along the beach or delve into one of the town's art galleries or museums before we arrive back in Barcelona, and our tour comes to an end.
Please note: This tour ends at 18:45 - Barcelona Abba Sants Hotel Do, Barcelona.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3-4-star hotels -
2 breakfasts
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2 nights in 3-4 star hotels
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Escorted by a local driver-guide
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Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning
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Penedes wine tasting and tour
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20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details
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Tourist taxes
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Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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Optional activities & additional attractions unless specified above
Age Policy
Minimum age 16, escorted by an adult
Check out our Q&As
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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