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TOURS IN BARCELONA
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Barcelona
Card with Guidebook
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Barcelona Card with Guidebook
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: Varies
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The Barcelona City Card offers free entries,
discounts and added value offers to many of
Barcelona's major attractions. Take
advantage of the unlimited free travel on
public transport including metro and urban
buses, and discounts at attractions like
Barcelona Aquarium and IMAX.
The Barcelona City Card offers free entries,
discounts and added value offers to many of
Barcelona's major attractions. Take
advantage of the unlimited free travel on
public transport including metro and urban
buses, and discounts at attractions like
Barcelona Aquarium and IMAX.
Travel on the airport train is included.
You can choose from 2, 3, 4 and 5 day passes
- the choice is yours!
Every card comes with a FREE guidebook with
helpful information on the establishments
associated with the card, as well as a city
map - BOOK NOW!
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Barcelona
City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Barcelona City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: Flexible
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Utilize the Barcelona City Hop-on Hop-off
Tour which has three different tour routes
to explore the city! See the major sights
aboard an open-top double-decker bus, and
with over 44 stops to choose from you can
hop on and hop off all around the city.
Spend as much or as little time at places of
interest before jumping aboard for the next
stop - the choice is yours!
Utilize the Barcelona City Hop-on Hop-off
Tour which has three different tour routes
to explore the city! See the major sights
aboard an open-top double-decker bus, and
with over 44 stops to choose from you can
hop on and hop off all around the city.
Spend as much or as little time at places of
interest before jumping aboard for the next
stop - the choice is yours!
An informative printed guide about each of
the stops is issued with the ticket, as well
as a discount voucher booklet to be redeemed
at main sights and landmarks around the
city. If you have any questions, guides
travel on board to provide you with
personalized and up to the minute
information to help you make the most of
your visit. Come and enjoy yourself while
you discover "much more than a tour" in
Barcelona.
You can hop-on and off as many times as you
like at any of the 44 stops. The Northern
route and the Southern Route are two hours
long, while the Forum route is 40 minutes
long. The three tour routes are
inter-connected so you can hop easily
between each of the stops!
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Montserrat Royal Basilica Half-Day Trip from Barcelona
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Montserrat, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 5 hours
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Getaway to the Montserrat mountains on a
half-day trip from Barcelona. You'll visit
the Royal Basilica with its 12th-century
carving of the Black Virgin and perhaps hear
the children's choir sing.
Getaway to the Montserrat mountains on a
half-day trip from Barcelona. You'll visit
the Royal Basilica with its 12th-century
carving of the Black Virgin and perhaps hear
the children's choir sing.
After driving through picturesque little
villages you will arrive at the incomparable
setting of the craggy mountain of
Montserrat, which rises majestically up from
the plain to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters) and
has spectacular views.
The Royal Basilica of Montserrat has been
one of Spain's most important pilgrimage
sites for hundreds of years, due to its
famous 12th-century Romanesque carving of
the Virgen Moroneta, the Black Virgin. At
1pm on weekdays there is the opportunity to
hear one of Europe's oldest children's
choirs, La Escolania de Montserrat.
On your way back to Barcelona you will make
a stop at the harbor, where you may choose
to visit the Barcelona Aquarium (entrance
fee not included). There is a variety of
restaurants, cafes, shops and cinemas in
this area, so feel free to conclude the tour
here and stay on to explore.
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Independent Day Trip to Montserrat, Torres Winery and
Sitges
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Sitges, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
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Visit three outstanding attractions on a
full-day trip from Barcelona. You'll tour
the famous Torres Winery, ride the rack
railway to the top of Montserrat, pay a
visit to Montserrat Monastery and relax by
the beach at colorful Sitges. Best of all,
this is a partially guided tour and you will
have plenty of time to spend at your leisure
at each attraction.
Visit three outstanding attractions on a
full-day trip from Barcelona. You'll tour
the famous Torres Winery, ride the rack
railway to the top of Montserrat, pay a
visit to Montserrat Monastery and relax by
the beach at colorful Sitges. Best of all,
this is a partially guided tour and you will
have plenty of time to spend at your leisure
at each attraction.
First stop is the Torres Winery (Bodegas
Torres), where you will take a tour to find
out how Spanish wine is made. Then you'll
continue to the Benedictine Monastery of
Montserrat, founded in the 11th century. The
Montserrat mountains provide a mystical
backdrop for the Virgin of Montserrat, the
patron saint of Catalonia, who is worshiped
at the shrine in the monastery's Royal
Basilica.
While at Montserrat, you'll ride to the top
of the mountain on the rack railway for
panoramic views, and enjoy the monastery's
audiovisual presentation, Montserrat portes
endins (history of Montserrat).
Next you'll travel to cosmopolitan Sitges,
which was a meeting place for Modernist
writers, musicians, critics, sculptors and
painters in the 1980s, and was called the
Mecca of Modernism.
At Sitges you can relax on the beach, stroll
along the promenade and spend some time
shopping. Your ticket includes discounts at
numerous shops, restaurants and places of
interest in Sitges.
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Independent Day Trip to Montserrat, Torres Winery and
Sitges
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Sitges, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
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Visit three outstanding attractions on a
full-day trip from Barcelona. You'll tour
the famous Torres Winery, ride the rack
railway to the top of Montserrat, pay a
visit to Montserrat Monastery and relax by
the beach at colorful Sitges. Best of all,
this is a partially guided tour and you will
have plenty of time to spend at your leisure
at each attraction.
Visit three outstanding attractions on a
full-day trip from Barcelona. You'll tour
the famous Torres Winery, ride the rack
railway to the top of Montserrat, pay a
visit to Montserrat Monastery and relax by
the beach at colorful Sitges. Best of all,
this is a partially guided tour and you will
have plenty of time to spend at your leisure
at each attraction.
First stop is the Torres Winery (Bodegas
Torres), where you will take a tour to find
out how Spanish wine is made. Then you'll
continue to the Benedictine Monastery of
Montserrat, founded in the 11th century. The
Montserrat mountains provide a mystical
backdrop for the Virgin of Montserrat, the
patron saint of Catalonia, who is worshiped
at the shrine in the monastery's Royal
Basilica.
While at Montserrat, you'll ride to the top
of the mountain on the rack railway for
panoramic views, and enjoy the monastery's
audiovisual presentation, Montserrat portes
endins (history of Montserrat).
Next you'll travel to cosmopolitan Sitges,
which was a meeting place for Modernist
writers, musicians, critics, sculptors and
painters in the 1980s, and was called the
Mecca of Modernism.
At Sitges you can relax on the beach, stroll
along the promenade and spend some time
shopping. Your ticket includes discounts at
numerous shops, restaurants and places of
interest in Sitges.
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Hot Air Balloon Flight over Catalonia
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Hot Air Balloon Flight over Catalonia
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 5 - 6 hours
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A hot air balloon flight from Barcelona is
the best way to enjoy the sense of freedom
and tranquility of floating through the air
as you enjoy outstanding views of Catalonia
from heights of up to 3,000 feet. You'll be
airborne between 1 - 1.5 hours before
enjoying a sumptuous champagne brunch.
A hot air balloon flight from Barcelona is
the best way to enjoy the sense of freedom
and tranquility of floating through the air
as you enjoy outstanding views of Catalonia
from heights of up to 3,000 feet. You'll be
airborne between 1 - 1.5 hours before
enjoying a sumptuous champagne brunch.
Only 30 minutes from Barcelona, the flight
takes place close to Montseny Natural Park.
The take-off site is in Cardedeu (25 miles
north of Barcelona and the nearest take-off
sight from the city). Floating through the
air you can enjoy panoramic views of the
Pyrenees, Mediterranean Sea, Montserrat, the
massifs of Montseny and sometimes even
Barcelona itself.
On landing you will be served a champagne
toast and brunch as you are presented with
your Flight Certificate.
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Barcelona
in One Day Sightseeing Tour
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Casa Batllo, Barcelona
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 8 hours
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Spend a full day in Barcelona seeing all the
highlights of the city including the
monuments and buildings created by Spain's
most famous artists - Gaudi and Picasso. See
the classic sights of Barcelona in the
morning and after lunch, you will explore
the city's artistic side.
Spend a full day in Barcelona seeing all the
highlights of the city including the
monuments and buildings created by Spain's
most famous artists - Gaudi and Picasso. See
the classic sights of Barcelona in the
morning and after lunch, you will explore
the city's artistic side.
Start your morning tour with a stroll
through Plaza de Catalunya, considered to be
the centre of the city. The plaza is known
for its many fountains and statues.
Wander the narrow medieval streets of the
Gothic Quarter where you will find many
buildings dating from the 15th century
including the Barcelona Cathedral. Continue
to Plaza Sant Jaume where the important
government buildings are located, including
the Palace of Generalitat and the Town Hall.
Continue to the Villa Olimpica (home to
athletes during the Olympics) and the Port
Olimpic , which you will tour on foot.
Afterwards you will ascend Montjuich
Mountain, offering a panoramic view of the
city and harbor. Tour the Olympic Stadium,
Palau Sant Jordi and Calatrava Tower.
Visit the Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village)
which reproduces the most typical regional
architectural styles in Spain. Here you will
also be able to taste Catalan Cava, the
renowned local sparkling wine.
After lunch, you will begin your artistic
journey through the city. Start along Paseo
de Gracia to see Gaudi's famous apartment
buildings including Casa Batllo and La
Pedrera; then enjoy a 30 minute visit at
Gaudi's bizarre Parc Guell which has been
declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue to the La Sagrada Familia (Holy
Family) Cathedral, Gaudi's unfinished
masterpiece which is Barcelona's most famous
landmark.
Visit Barcelona's Monumental Bull Ring and
the famous Cathedral Sta Maria del Mar, the
only gothic church in Catalonia completely
finished. The tour ends near the Picasso
Museum which exhibits works from the blue
and pink periods of the world-famous
painter.
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Barcelona
Morning Sightseeing Tour
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Port Olimpic, Barcelona
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the exuberance and beauty of
Barcelona on a 3.5-hour morning tour of this
exquisite Catalan city. Perfect for
first-time visitors, this morning tour is
the ideal introduction to Barcelona's famous
sights, leaving you with the afternoon free
to explore the city at your leisure.
Discover the exuberance and beauty of
Barcelona on a 3.5-hour morning tour of this
exquisite Catalan city. Perfect for
first-time visitors, this morning tour is
the ideal introduction to Barcelona's famous
sights, leaving you with the afternoon free
to explore the city at your leisure.
Highlights on your morning sightseeing tour
of Barcelona's attractions include:
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Visiting Barcelona's Cathedral and its
cloister filled with geese
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Touring the magical Gothic Quarter
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Plaza Sant Jaume (Generalitat and Town Hall)
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Villa Olimpica, home to athletes during the
Olympics
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Walking tour of Port Olimpic
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Panoramic views of the city and harbor from
Montjuic
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Visit to the Poble Espanyol (Spanish
Village) to see typical regional
architecture and taste Catalan cava, the
renowned local sparkling wine
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Hard Rock Cafe (meal not included in tour
cost)
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Andalusian Dinner and Flamenco Show in Barcelona
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Andalusian Dinner and Flamenco Show in
Barcelona
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 6 hours
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Feel the passion of the flamenco and the
delicious heat of Andalusian cuisine on a
night out in Barcelona to remember! You'll
dine on typical fare from Andalusia and
watch a dynamic flamenco show in classic
Spanish surroundings. The dinner menu is a
tasty sampling of typical Andalusian dishes,
including toasted bread with tomato, an
assortment of cold cuts (Serrano ham,
cheeses, sausages), Campina salad, Mixed
seafood or seafood paella with Desserts and
wine or Sangria.
Feel the passion of the flamenco and the
delicious heat of Andalusian cuisine on a
night out in Barcelona to remember! You'll
dine on typical fare from Andalusia and
watch a dynamic flamenco show in classic
Spanish surroundings. The dinner menu is a
tasty sampling of typical Andalusian dishes,
including toasted bread with tomato, an
assortment of cold cuts (Serrano ham,
cheeses, sausages), Campina salad, Mixed
seafood or seafood paella with Desserts and
wine or Sangria.
The accompanying flamenco show reveals the
variety of music, singing and dancing
incorporated in this passionate art form.
Improvisation is a key element of flamenco,
with each artist individually interpreting
the rhythm and communicating the beat to the
other players. Communication between the
artists and audience is also an important
part of the performance. One of the
highlights of the night is the emotive
midnight prayer, "Salve Rociera".
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Tapas Evening Walking Tour of Barcelona
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Barcelona Gourmet Tapas Evening Walking Tour
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
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Combine gourmet food and Catalan culture on
a pre-dinner walking tour of Barcelona's
famous tapas bars. It's a great way to begin
your visit of Barcelona – not only do you
get an overview of this fabulous city, you
also learn how to order tapas (bar snacks)
and discover some of the best bars and cafes
Barcelona has to offer. Plus, your friendly,
informative guide can offer suggestions to
help you get the most from your stay in
Barcelona.
Combine gourmet food and Catalan culture on
a pre-dinner walking tour of Barcelona's
famous tapas bars. It's a great way to begin
your visit of Barcelona – not only do you
get an overview of this fabulous city, you
also learn how to order tapas (bar snacks)
and discover some of the best bars and cafes
Barcelona has to offer. Plus, your friendly,
informative guide can offer suggestions to
help you get the most from your stay in
Barcelona.
Your tapas walking tour of Barcelona begins
at a restaurant offering a wide selection of
local, delectable tapas. Here you will enjoy
three tapas with a glass of wine or beer,
while your food and wine guide provides
insights into the flavors of the wine, the
cuisine and Spanish culture.
From here your guide will lead you to
Barcelona's most famous street, La Rambla,
with its bird cages, tapas bars and local
restaurants. On your stroll down La Rambla
you will make a detour to La Boqueria, the
city's famous food market which offers an
array of fresh produce including fruit and
vegetables, live seafood, cheeses and every
type of meat imaginable.
You'll continue to the Gothic Quarter, where
you will discover the architecture,
atmosphere, language and gastronomy that are
unique to Spain, and some of the gourmet
shops which are over 100 years old.
Your last stop will be at a Basque bar in a
historic 14th-century building, an ideal
spot to take a break on your trip through
the Gothic Quarter. Here three tasty tapas
and a glass of wine, beer or cider will be
waiting for you.
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Pyrenees Mountains Small Group Day Trip from Barcelona
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Vall de Nuria, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours
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Leave Barcelona for the day to hike the
spectacular Pyrenees mountains on a small
group excursion from Barcelona by minivan.
You'll visit charming mountain villages,
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
Leave Barcelona for the day to hike the
spectacular Pyrenees mountains on a small
group excursion from Barcelona by minivan.
You'll visit charming mountain villages,
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
The first stop on your small group tour is
Vic, a beautifully maintained old market
town with a beautiful cathedral. Next you'll
visit the stunning stone-built village of
Queralbs, from where you'll catch the rack
railway high into the Pyrenees to Nuria.
Here, you can spend the rest of the day
exploring the beautiful mountain scenery,
following hiking routes, horse riding,
trying your hand at archery and going
boating. See the itinerary for more details.
Please wear warm clothes and good walking
shoes on this tour. This tour does not
require any special physical condition, but
a reasonable level of fitness is needed if
you wish to walk in the Vall de la Coma de
la Vaca. It's up to you how far and how high
you want to go!
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Montserrat and Cava Trail Small Group Day Trip from
Barcelona
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Freixenet, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 10 hours
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Combine a visit to Montserrat and one of
Spain's most famous producers of cava
(sparkling wine) on a full-day small group
tour by minivan from Barcelona. You'll
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
Combine a visit to Montserrat and one of
Spain's most famous producers of cava
(sparkling wine) on a full-day small group
tour by minivan from Barcelona. You'll
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
Leaving Barcelona, you'll head straight to
Montserrat. On arrival, you can visit the
Royal Basilica where the famous 12th-century
statue of the Black Virgin is housed. At 1pm
on weekdays there is the opportunity to hear
one of Europe's oldest children's choirs, La
Escolania de Montserrat. While you're here,
take the opportunity to visit the
fascinating Museum of Montserrat, go for a
walk in the surrounding parklands or ride
the rack railway or cable car up the
mountain.
In the afternoon you'll leave Montserrat to
drive down to Sant Sadurni d'Anoia, Spain's
Cava Capital, to visit some of the biggest
underground wine cellars in Europe. Visit
one of the most famous wine producers of the
Penedes region, Freixenet, with a visit to
their vast wine cellars. where you can
sample the product, to see exactly why this
sparkling wine has acquired such
international fame.
Note, the road to Montserrat is occasionally
closed without notice. Tours are guaranteed
to operate but you'll be required to pay
approx. 8 euros per person directly.
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Girona, Figueras and Dali Museum from Barcelona
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Dali Museum, Figueres
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
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On this day trip from Barcelona, you will
explore the historical city of Girona and
see the hometown of renowned surrealist
painter Salvador Dali including a visit to
the Teatre-Museu Dali.
On this day trip from Barcelona, you will
explore the historical city of Girona and
see the hometown of renowned surrealist
painter Salvador Dali including a visit to
the Teatre-Museu Dali.
Your first stop is the historical city of
Girona. The houses situated at the very edge
of the Onyar river and the bridges which
span it, are no doubt one of the most
authentic and spectacular sights of Girona.
While here, you will enjoy a two-hour guided
tour of the Jewish quarter of the city.
Explore the Arabian baths, Roman building
inspired by the Roman public baths with
three rooms, each with a different
temperature of water in their swimming
pools. In spite of the presence of elements
of Muslim origin, the construction
corresponds to Romanesque.
After your visit you will continue to
Figueres, hometown of Salvador Dali for some
free time to explore the area. Your
admission to the Teatre-Museu Dali and "Dali
joies" is included in your tour. Lunch
(additional charge) is followed by a visit
to the Dali Museum, which houses one of the
largest collections of Dali's work in the
world. The building itself can be considered
a work of art - an absolute must for art
lovers!
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Tarragona
and Sitges Small Group Day Trip from Barcelona
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Tarragona Aqueduct, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes
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Combine a visit to Roman Tarragona and
beachfront Sitges on a full-day small group
tour by minivan from Barcelona. You'll
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
Combine a visit to Roman Tarragona and
beachfront Sitges on a full-day small group
tour by minivan from Barcelona. You'll
travel in a comfortable air-conditioned
minivan and receive individual attention
from your expert tour guide.
You'll travel back to the time of the
ancient Romans at Tarragona, the Roman
capital of the Iberian Peninsula. The days
of Imperial Rome come alive when you retrace
the footsteps of Roman gladiators, stand
where their chariots raced by and walk
across the magnificent Roman aqueduct.
You'll also see Tarragona's Old Quarter,
with its stunning cathedral.
Leaving Tarragona, you'll visit Roc de Sant
Gaieta, a tiny Mediterranean-style village
built on the rocky shoreline. Take a stroll
among the town's mix of fishermen's houses
and Seville-style patios, and enjoy views of
the coast from a seaside bar.
Then it's on to Sitges to discover the
authentic Mediterranean atmosphere of this
old fisherman's village with its shady
streets, traditional whitewashed fishermen's
houses, 17 beaches and cosmopolitan bars,
boutiques and restaurants.
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Independent Day Trip to Dali's Figueres and Girona
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Girona, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the Salvador Dali Museum at
Figueres and the magical medieval town of
Girona on a full-day trip from Barcelona.
Figueres and Girona are two of the most
famous attractions in northern Catalonia,
making your visit to Barcelona complete.
Best of all, this is a partially guided tour
and you will have plenty of time to spend at
your leisure in both towns.
Discover the Salvador Dali Museum at
Figueres and the magical medieval town of
Girona on a full-day trip from Barcelona.
Figueres and Girona are two of the most
famous attractions in northern Catalonia,
making your visit to Barcelona complete.
Best of all, this is a partially guided tour
and you will have plenty of time to spend at
your leisure in both towns.
You'll be amazed by the fascinating,
surrealist world of Salvador Dali in his
birthplace, Figueres. The Dali
Theatre-Museum is the largest surrealistic
object in the world, replacing the town's
former Municipal Theatre which was destroyed
in the Spanish Civil War. Not only is the
museum an artwork in itself, it's also home
to many famous works by Dali, one of the
world's most famous surrealist artists.
You'll also visit the beautiful walled city
of Girona, where you will have free time to
stroll through one of the best preserved
Jewish quarters in Europe. Girona was
originally built by the Romans as a
fortress, and the best way to explore the
medieval town is to lose yourself in the
alluring labyrinth of narrow streets which
still reflect its two centuries of Moorish
occupation.
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Artistic Barcelona Afternoon Tour
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Gaudi's Parc Guell
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover fabulous architecture by the
incomparable Antoni Gaudi on an afternoon
tour of Artistic Barcelona. Accompanied by
your professional guide, you will visit the
UNESCO-listed Parc Guell on this half-day
tour, plus Barcelona's most famous landmark,
La Sagrada Familia.
Discover fabulous architecture by the
incomparable Antoni Gaudi on an afternoon
tour of Artistic Barcelona. Accompanied by
your professional guide, you will visit the
UNESCO-listed Parc Guell on this half-day
tour, plus Barcelona's most famous landmark,
La Sagrada Familia.
Your cultural tour of Barcelona begins along
Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi's famous
apartment buildings, Casa Batllo and La
Pedrera. You'll then enjoy a 30-minute visit
at Gaudi's bizarre Parc Guell, which has
been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then it's on to Gaudi's unfinished
masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia (Holy
Family) Cathedral, Barcelona's most famous
landmark. You will have around 30 minutes to
explore this notable structure.
You will also visit Barcelona's Monumental
Bull Ring and the famous Cathedral Sta Maria
del Mar, the only Gothic church in Catalonia
completely finished. The tour ends near the
Picasso Museum which exhibits works from the
world-famous painter's delightful blue and
pink periods (ticket not included).
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Montserrat and Artistic Barcelona Day Trip
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Montserrat, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 9 hours
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Visit Montserrat in the morning and tour
Barcelona's Modernist attractions in the
afternoon on this full-day sightseeing tour.
You'll travel outside Barcelona to
Montserrat's Royal Basilica, then explore
Barcelona's special Artistic heritage.
Visit Montserrat in the morning and tour
Barcelona's Modernist attractions in the
afternoon on this full-day sightseeing tour.
You'll travel outside Barcelona to
Montserrat's Royal Basilica, then explore
Barcelona's special Artistic heritage.
After driving through picturesque little
villages you will arrive at the craggy
mountain of Montserrat and the Royal
Basilica. Montserrat has been one of Spain's
most important pilgrimage sites for hundreds
of years, due to the famous 12th-century
Romanesque carving of the Virgen Moroneta,
the Black Virgin. At 1pm on weekdays there
is the opportunity to hear one of Europe's
oldest children's choirs, La Escolania de
Montserrat.
On your way back to Barcelona you will make
a stop at the harbor, before continuing to
the terminal to commence the Artistic
Barcelona City Tour. Your cultural tour of
Barcelona begins along Paseo de Gracia to
see Gaudi's famous apartment buildings, Casa
Batllo and La Pedrera. You'll then enjoy a
30-minute visit at Gaudi's bizarre Parc
Guell, which has been declared a UNESCO
World Heritage Site.
Then it's on to Gaudi's unfinished
masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia (Holy
Family) Cathedral, Barcelona's most famous
landmark. You will have around 30 minutes to
explore this notable structure.
You will also visit Barcelona's Monumental
Bull Ring and the famous Cathedral Sta Maria
del Mar, the only complete Gothic church in
Catalonia. The tour ends near the Picasso
Museum which exhibits works from the
world-famous painter’s delightful blue and
pink periods (ticket not included).
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Girona and Costa Brava Small Group Day Trip from
Barcelona
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Cap Roig, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 11 hours
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On this day trip from Barcelona, you will
visit the city of Girona in the north east
of Catalonia before continuing to the
Coastal region of Costa Brava.
On this day trip from Barcelona, you will
visit the city of Girona in the north east
of Catalonia before continuing to the
Coastal region of Costa Brava.
Leaving Barcelona, you will head to Girona,
a city with a long history, believed to be
founded around 76 BC. The river Onyar neatly
divides the city in two, separating the old
town from the new. The city has a rich
architectural heritage and you can see
evidence of this in its the cathedral
founded in 1038 an the Roman walls which you
can stroll along when they are open or
wander the narrow streets of the old town.
Continue to the Santuari dels Angels, this
spot offers panoramic views of the whole
Girona region and is the spot Salvador Dali
chose for his wedding. From here you will
make your way to Pals, a small city that
grew from a fortress. Stop here for lunch
before you head to the fishing village of
Calella de Palafrugell.
The clean lines of the whitewashed houses
here will be evident here and you'll have
time to explore the rocky coastline or
perhaps even take a dip in the inviting
waters before returning to Barcelona.
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Montserrat, Gaudi and Modernism Small Group Day Trip
from Barcelona
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Montserrat, Spain
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
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The Montserrat, Gaudi and Modernism tour is
a unique chance to combine two of
Barcelona's most iconic attractions: the
stunning Montserrat and the extraordinary
genius of Anton Gaudi, all in a small and
personal group.
The Montserrat, Gaudi and Modernism tour is
a unique chance to combine two of
Barcelona's most iconic attractions: the
stunning Montserrat and the extraordinary
genius of Anton Gaudi, all in a small and
personal group.
In the morning you will visit the
unmistakable Montserrat, home to the famous
Black Virgin. But this visit is much more
than that. Discover silent paths, stunning
views over the 'stone needles', and secret
corners on this unforgettable spiritual
mountain retreat.
After lunch, you will journey to the Colonia
Guell, one of the most complete but also
most forgotten works of Gaudi. Escape from
the waiting lines, from the crowds, and the
souvenir shops. Thanks to this remote
location in the middle of a pine forest,
this Gaudi masterpiece has escaped the mass
tourism you will normally find at his other
works.
Finally, finish the day in Park Guell, the
magical city garden in Barcelona designed by
Anton Gaudi and featuring some of his most
creative design. See the famous mosaic
lizard and strange 'Gingerbread Houses' that
enchant visitors of all ages. You can choose
to end your tour with a longer stay at Park
Guell, or after a short stay return to
central Barcelona.
Note, the road to Montserrat is occasionally
closed without notice. Tours are guaranteed
to operate but you'll be required to pay
approx. 8 euros per person directly.
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Barcelona Sailing Trip
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 2 hours
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Enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona from the
sea as you sail along the city's coastline
on a sailing boat. You'll learn basic
sailing techniques as you sail along
different routes, and at the end of your
session you can celebrate your maiden voyage
with a glass of cava sparkling wine!
Enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona from the
sea as you sail along the city's coastline
on a sailing boat. You'll learn basic
sailing techniques as you sail along
different routes, and at the end of your
session you can celebrate your maiden voyage
with a glass of cava sparkling wine!
From your boat you'll be able to spot
Barcelona's key landmarks such as the
skyscrapers of the Olympic Marina, La
Sagrada Familia, the Cathedral, Tibidabo
Hill, the Collserola communications tower
and the Agbar Tower.
Your ticket includes admission to the Museu
Maritim de Barcelona, on Av. de les
Drassanes, and Pailebot Santa Eulalia
schooner at Moll de la Fusta in Port Vell de
Barcelona.
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Wines of Montsant by Train
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Wines of Montsant by Train
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Commences: Barcelona,
Spain
Duration: 8 hours
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Take the train from Barcelona to the
Montsant Apellation for a wine tour to
Capcanes. This village hidden away in the
Priorato hills inland from Tarragona, is the
source of some of the best fine wines in
Spain and has a long wine making history.
Take the train from Barcelona to the
Montsant Apellation for a wine tour to
Capcanes. This village hidden away in the
Priorato hills inland from Tarragona, is the
source of some of the best fine wines in
Spain and has a long wine making history.
Take the train(payable direct) from
Barcelona to Capcanes, where you will be met
and transferred to the winery. Capcanes is a
village hidden away in the Priorato hills
that is the source of many fine wines today
and has a long wine growing history. Take a
walk around the wild landscape of the Serra
de Llaberia winery where you will find olive
tree fields, almond trees, masias and some
of the oldest vines in Spain. Vines were
cultivated in this area between the Serra de
Montalt mountain range and the Mediterranean
sea, near the river Ebro ever since the
times of the Iberians and the Romans.
After learning about the area's geology,
climate and the harvest, you will visit the
winery and enjoy a hosted wine-tasting. The
cultivated varieties are cabernet sauvignon,
merlot, syrah and garnache.
After the winery visit continue to Marca,
where you are treated to a lunch of regional
cuisine, served with a sample of Priorat
wines. Lunch is followed by free time on
your own to visit the village at your
leisure, before returning by rail to
Barcelona.
Take the train and return to Barcelona.
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