Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella!

4.6 (1,111 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
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Duration10h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape Barcelona for a full-day small-group tour to the medieval city of Girona and the stunning Costa Brava coastline. Begin in Pals, a charming hilltop village with cobbled streets and artisan shops. Continue to Calella de Palafrugell, a whitewashed fishing village where you can swim in a secluded cove, walk coastal trails, or upgrade to enjoy a traditional seafood paella lunch by the sea. In the afternoon, explore Girona at your own pace. Highlights include the Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, and a walk along the original Roman walls. With expert local guides and a maximum group size of 20, this tour offers history, scenery, and culture in one unforgettable day.

Options

Traditional Seafood Paella

Upgrade for Seafood Paella: Why not treat yourself to a traditional seafood paella right next to the sea with this exclusive upgrade?

Tour INCLUDING 7.45am pickup

Regular Tour INCLUDING pickup: Please note that the Pickup time is 7.45am. Actual tour starts at 8.30am. DID YOU REMEMBER TO CHOOSE YOUR HOTEL FOR PICKUP?
Pickup included

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Optional Hotel Pick Up
  • Small group tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Palace of Catalan Music
    15m
    8:15am – Check-in at Explore Catalunya Office
    Meet your guide at our centrally located office, opposite the Palau de la Música in Barcelona. Arrive a little early to check in, use the facilities, or grab a coffee nearby.
  2. Eixample
    Pass by
    8:30am – Depart Barcelona
    Leave the city behind and head north through the scenic Catalan countryside, passing through the modernist Eixample district and learning a little about Barcelona’s history from your guide en route.
  3. Pals
    1h
    10:00am – Arrive in Pals
    Discover the medieval village of Pals, perched on a hill with panoramic views. Join your guide for a short walk through its historic centre, including the old tower, stone archways, and village walls. Enjoy some free time to explore artisan shops and cafés.
  4. Calella de Palafrugell
    2h 30m
    11:45am – Arrive in Calella de Palafrugell
    Head down to the coast to explore one of the Costa Brava’s most beautiful seaside villages. Wander its whitewashed streets, walk the coastal footpaths, or take a swim in a quiet cove.
    If you’ve selected the lunch upgrade, sit down at a seafront restaurant to enjoy a traditional seafood paella overlooking the Mediterranean.
  5. Girona
    2h
    3:00pm – Arrive in Girona
    Travel inland to Girona, one of Catalonia’s most historic and culturally rich cities. Your guide will provide an introduction, then you'll have free time to visit the Gothic Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, the Arab Baths, or walk the Roman walls. Alternatively, enjoy shopping or relax in a café.
  6. Plaza de Catalunya
    Pass by
    7.00 - We end the day in Plaça Catalunya. From here, you can easily take the metro or a taxi back to your hotel. Otherwise, your guide will be more than happy to make some recommendations of where to have dinner.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

THE PICK UP WILL COLLECT YO8 AT 7.45AM. IF YOU ARE BUYING THE HOTEL PICK UP OPTION, PLEASE REMEMBER TO CHOOSE THE HOTEL. IF YOU DON'T KNOW YET, REMEMBER TO TELL US 72 HOURS BEFORE.
All of our other tours meet at our office. We advise that you arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.

End point

Depending on the size of the group and the traffic restrictions on the day of the tour, your tour will finish back at the office, or at the Arc de Triomf, which is an easy 10 minute walk from our main office.

Pickup details

If you choose the Hotel Pickup Service, we are pleased to inform you that this is a personalised pick up service. We will contact you before the tour to confirm the pick up time. Normally, the pickup will be at 7.45am from your hotel reception.
Unlike some agencies, we do not go from one hotel to the next during rush hour while you wait in the minivan as we collect our customers. Personal service guaranteed.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There will be time off the bus at your leisure, so please bring suitable clothing, footwear, and sun protection.
  • You will also have an opportunity to go swimming at Calella de Palafrugell, so if you want, bring your swimming costume and a beach towel.
  • This tour is in English only.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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