Day Trips in Catalonia

Go wine tasting in the Penedes region and visit lovely Montserrat during a full-day tour with private transportation from Barcelona. Your driver-guide shares informative commentary as you travel to Penedes to visit a top winery, learn about their wines and enjoy a wine tasting. Continue to Montserrat where you have several options to explore independently: visit the famous monastery and see the statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta); take the funicular up the mountain (own expense); and listen to a short performance by a children's choir.

Montserrat Monastery isn't only renowned for its stunning mountain views; it's also an important pilgrimage site and home to a vast collection of art, artefacts, and archaeological treasures. On this tour, visit the often-overlooked Montserrat Museum, admire the grand Royal Basilica of Montserrat, and enjoy magnificent views from the mountaintop.

Undertake a physical and spiritual journey to the mystical mountaintop retreat of Monserrat on this 6-hour combination sightseeing and hiking trip with a small group. Travel with no more than 8 guests to this ancient religious site, exploring the Benedictine monastery and the world-famous 'Black Madonna' wood carving. Then spend the second half of your day hiking amidst the scenic landscape and hidden 'hermitages' (retreats) of the Monserrat range. A guide, Montserrat admission fees and one-way funicular ride are also included.

Feast your senses on the natural splendor and palatial pleasures of the Penedès wine region on a tranquil 4-hour tour from Barcelona. With an expert wine connoisseur, visit the charming 19th-century Freixenet winery to observe the production processes behind the popular beverage, Cava. Stroll through the bounteous vineyards of the area; gain insight into the rich history of Cava at the Cava Welcome Center; and pleasure your palate with effervescent samples of the golden nectar during a tasting session.

Make the most of your time in Barcelona with a tour that takes in the best of the city and Montserrat's rocky peaks. Travel the glamorous Paseo de Gracia and spot Gaudí's iconic buildings, then see the landmarks along the Mediterranean coast, the Olympic Village, and La Rambla. Leave the city limits for the rugged scenery of Montserrat and enjoy unobstructed views from a mountainside cogwheel railway. Visit a Royal Basilica and Benedict sanctuary then taste local liquor made by monks before returning to Barcelona.

Explore two of Catalonia's most captivating cities on a full-day tour of Barcelona and Girona from central Barcelona. First, delve into the medieval majesty of Girona, a historical city famed for its plethora of ancient monuments. After marveling at Girona's grand cathedral and Jewish Quarter, let yourself be seduced by the cosmopolitan charm of Barcelona, the Catalonian capital home to magnificent Gaudi structures and artistic delights. Travel by comfortable, air-conditioned coach and listen to illuminating commentary from your professional guide during this comprehensive tour.

Discover Barcelona's history, culture and architecture on a full-day sightseeing experience with a combination bus and walking tour. Get a comprehensive overview of the city as you drive the Passeig de Gràcia, coastline and Olympic Village, then enjoy fabulous views from a scenic cable car. Trace a route through downtown to Plaça de Catalunya, then continue on foot to explore the narrow, historic streets of the Gothic Quarter. Experience Barcelona's Modernist movement firsthand with a tour of Gaudí's most important designs, from Sagrada Familia to Park Güell and private homes.

This Montserrat Afternoon Tour is a great option for travelers with limited time in Montserrat. You'll take the stress out of organizing transport by having door-to-door transfers included. Traveling in a small-group means a more personalized experience. Your guide will take you to Montserrat Mountain during the afternoon when it's less crowded. Highlights include the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, the Basilica, and the Holy Cave. 

This modernist tour is, without any doubt, the best way to see the works of art of the most famous architects in Barcelona.

Immerse yourself in the spirit of competition and the thrill of the game when you visit Camp Nou: home to FC Barcelona since 1957. Your half-day tour begins in the morning, when you board an air-conditioned coach in the city center and head directly to the stadium. Upon arrival, visit the recently renovated museum to learn more about Barça's history; follow in famous players' footsteps when you visit the changing rooms, tunnel, press box, and more; and even pause to enjoy a light tapas meal, plus a beverage.

Discover historic Cardona and the famous Montserrat monastery with a small group during this 9-hour excursion from Barcelona. Travel with no more than nine guests to check out the Castle of Cardona and enjoy an included brunch of local cuisine and cava. Finish the day at Montserrat, where you'll explore the Royal Basilica and sample typical liquors made by local monks.

Discover two top Barcelona sites on this 8-hour day trip to Colonia Güell and Montserrat. Stop by Colonia Güell, one of the more intriguing projects of celebrated architect Antoni Gaudí. Then board the rack railway for a ride to the alpine retreat of Montserrat, where you'll take in sublime views and see the Benedictine monastery. This partially guided excursion also includes free time to wander the two sites at your own pace.

Explore rugged peaks and Gaudí's modernist architecture with a full-day tour of Montserrat and Barcelona by air conditioned coach. Pay your respects to the 12th-century Black Madonna in the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, learn the deep history of the mountainside sanctuary, then sample liquors made by the local monks. Return to the city to immerse yourself in the icons of Catalan Modernism from the Sagrada Familia cathedral to Park Güell, then see the private homes and apartment buildings that the architect built along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia.

Capture the alpine spirit of Montserrat on a 4-hour tour from Barcelona. Aboard a comfortable, climate-controlled coach, drive along the Llobregat River through picturesque villages to reach the 4,051-foot (1,234-meter) mountain. Visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat and listen to your guide's commentary on the history and legends of the mountain. Take some free time to explore the paths, stairs, caves, chapels and hermitages scattered all over the mountain on your own. Round-trip transportation (approximately 1 hour each way) from a central Barcelona meeting point is included.

Discover Catalonia beyond Barcelona with this full-day tour to the intriguing cities of Girona and Figueres. Uncover ancient Roman history and stroll through the winding medieval streets of one of Europe's best-preserved Jewish quarters in Girona, and then get surreal with a visit to the Dalí Museum in Figueres, birthplace of the groundbreaking artist.

While in Catalonia, gain early access to the 1,000-year-old  Montserrat Monastery before anyone else with this tour. Just 30 miles (48 kilometers) outside of Barcelona, lies the monastery that still functions today. Follow your guide through the area, and admire its pristine architecture. Then, pop into the Museum of Montserrat, and explore its galleries with your guide close by to answer any questions along the way.

Visit two Barcelona must-sees in one day without any rushing for trains or buses, and with a guide to provide background and stories on each site and wider Catalonia on this full-day, small-group tour. Beat the lines at the Sagrada Familia to admire Gaudi's mastery, and after a stroll around Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, be transported to Montserrat to explore the mountainside monastery. If you wish, upgrade to a private tour.

Enjoy an action-packed walking tour of Barcelona, where you'll learn about the history of the city and visit multiple attractions in one tour. You'll tour the city with a guide, so you won't have to worry about getting lost. Highlights include Cathedral of Barcelona, King's Square, and the basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. You'll also visit the Picasso museum with a guide, and enjoy breakfast at Palau de la Musica Catalana.

Our catamaran offers space for up to 28 persons and the best location to share an unforgettable experience with your friends, family or work colleagues. Due to its two hulls, it is a very stable and spacious boat, which allows also unexperienced persons to get to know the passion of sailing. Choose between two departure times and Contact Customer Service for groups bigger than 15.

Take a break from the city and discover panoramic views of the Catalan countryside from the Montserrat mountain range. Enjoy round-trip transfer from central Barcelona, listening to your guide's insights into the historic region along the way, then ascend to the mountaintop for sweeping views of the monastery and surrounding landscape, with included access to the Sant Joan funicular railway.