Spain Catalonia Full Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Barcelona

Morning/Afternoon

  • Meet up at Barcelona El Prat International Airport (BCN) at 3:00 p.m. Your Trip Leader will greet you and take you to your hotel in Barcelona's city center with your new group of friends.
  • After checking in, explore one of Barcelona’s trendy neighborhoods on an orientation walk with your Trip Leader.

Evening

  • Enjoy some delicious Spanish cuisine during the opening dinner.
  • Get to know the other like-minded travelers on the trip and start feeling at home in Spain.

Day 2

Best of Barcelona

Morning

  • Breakfast will be served at the accommodation.
  • Go on a guided city walking tour with your Trip Leader through Barcelona. You will explore famous places like Passeig de Gràcia, Las Ramblas, Plaça Catalunya, and La Boqueria Market, as well as other attractions in the city.

Afternoon

  • Lunch is not included on this day, but your Trip Leader will bring you to a neighborhood with plenty of dining options.
  • Gather back with the group, then take an included tour of La Sagrada Família. Marvel at Gaudí’s architecture and take in this impressive building.
  • Depending on the time spent at La Sagrada Família, you may have some free time to continue exploring more of Barcelona on your own.

Evening

  • Dinner is not included tonight, but your Trip Leader will recommend some great local spots to try.
  • Check out the non-stop nightlife that will make your stay in Barcelona unforgettable.

Day 3

History and Tapas

Morning

  • Breakfast will be served at your accommodation, or you can venture to one of the nearby cafés for something different.
  • Your Trip Leader will guide you on a walking tour through some of the medieval and trendy neighborhoods, such as Born and Gothic, heading towards La Barceloneta.

Afternoon

  • Have lunch at a local restaurant to try a variety of tapas and learn more about the Catalonian cuisine in this region.
  • After lunch, you’ll depart Barcelona and travel north to the city of Girona, one of the most trendy cities in Spain.
  • On a walking tour through Girona's town center, you can learn about its rich history. You will see ancient walls dating back to the Roman Empire and explore the Old Jewish Quarter.
  • Cross the Onyar River on the Eiffel Bridge. Of the various bridges in Girona, this is the most famous, as Gustave Eiffel constructed it just before the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Evening

  • Arrive at your farmhouse accommodation located in the countryside outside of Girona.
  • This unique farmhouse, designed to blend into its natural surroundings will be your home base for the next 4 nights. 
  • Enjoy your first farm-to-table dinner, perhaps with a glass of wine, and embrace the peacefulness of the Spanish countryside.

Day 4

Slow Travel: Girona Farmstay Day

Morning/ Afternoon

  • Start your day with a healthy, organic breakfast made with produce picked right from the farmhouse’s gardens.
  • After breakfast, you can explore some of these gardens and learn about the produce harvested to make your meals each day.
  • Today, you are free to choose your own adventure or relax. Take advantage of all the offerings at the farmhouse such as yoga, a hammam spa experience, table tennis, swimming, or walking the trails that crisscross the surrounding countryside. 
  • If you are interested in returning to Girona and exploring more of the sites and attractions or would like to dine at one of the various eateries in town, this can also be organized for an additional cost.

Evening

  • Gather back together with your newfound friends for dinner at the farmhouse.
  • After dinner, opt to hang out together on the outdoor patio and continue getting to know one another.

Day 5

Costa Brava

Morning

  • Your healthy, organic breakfast will be served at the accommodation again this morning.
  • After breakfast, you’ll take private transportation to Costa Brava, a coastal region of Catalonia in northeastern Spain, known for beautiful beaches, artsy buildings, and pleasant Mediterranean climate.
  • Visit Calella de Palafrugell, a tiny fishing village on the coastline.  Spend some free time walking along the promenade, dining at local cafés, or relaxing on the beach.

Afternoon

  • Choose a restaurant in Calella de Palafrugell for your lunch, Though this lunch is not included, your Trip Leader will suggest some of the area’s favorites.
  • After lunch, take our private transportation to Pals, a medieval village perched atop a hill. Explore the historic center's network of streets and take in the beauty of this well-preserved village.

Evening

  • Return to the farmhouse and enjoy another delicious dinner together.
  • As with the other nights, you can unwind as you please at the farmhouse or head to bed early after a full day of exploration.

Day 6

Pyrenees & Track Railway Adventure

Morning

  • After breakfast at the accommodation, you take private transportation to Queralbs, a traditional small town in the Pyrenees.
  • Your journey will be one to remember as you travel inland through Catalonia towards the base of the Pyrenees mountains.
  • Upon arrival at Queralbs, you’ll board a train and venture up into the mountains towards Nuria, one of the higher points of the Ribes Valley.
  • This scenic train ride will surely be a highlight of your trip, so keep your camera handy to snap the incredible landscape views.

Afternoon

  • You have a picnic-style lunch on the banks of the lake in Nuria, surrounded by the subtle beauty of nature. (lunch is included)
  • Enjoy some free time to explore the area and the views of the Pyrenees mountains.
  • Board the train for your journey back to Queralbs and then take private transportation back to the farmhouse.

Evening

  • As a group, gather for your final dinner in Spain and reflect upon your experiences over the past week.

Day 7

Return to Barcelona and departure

Morning

  • Pack up your belongings, as this is your last morning at the farmhouse.
  • Feast on one last farm-to-table breakfast and thank the team for hosting you these past few days.
  • Take private transportation back to Barcelona El Prat International Airport (BCN).

Afternoon

  • Say goodbye to your travel companions and share contact information so you can stay in touch.
  • For those not departing on this day, you will be dropped off at  a central location in the city. Your Trip Leader will give you instructions on how to take taxis, buses, or local transportation to your next destination.
  • If you’re staying longer, ask your Trip Leader for recommendations on additional activities and sights in Barcelona or elsewhere in the region.

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