Catalonia Girona Costa Brava and Local Bites Small Group Tour
Description
Full-Day premium round trip from Barcelona with private transfer Max 16 Guests). The most complete Girona and Costa Brava experience from Barcelona. Escape the city and discover the best of Catalonia in one unforgettable day where medieval history, charming villages, and Mediterranean beauty come together at the hand of our local guides. This carefully curated small-group experience (max. 16 guests) takes you from the historic streets of Girona to the stunning seaside town of Tossa de Mar offering the perfect balance of culture, scenery, and relaxation.
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Itinerary
Your adventure begins with a comfortable departure from Hotel Catalonia at Placa Espanya in a premium air-conditioned minivan.
After approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, you will arrive in Girona, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval cities in Spain. With your expert local guide, explore the Old Town, walk through the famous Jewish Quarter, and admire the impressive Cathedral - with entry included, allowing you to experience it from the inside, not just from the outside. During your visit, you will also enjoy a local tasting of traditional Catalan bites, adding a delicious and authentic touch to your experience. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore Girona at your own pace, grab a coffee, or walk along the ancient city walls for panoramic views.
Next, you will head towards the Costa Brava, arriving in the charming seaside town of Tossa de Mar. Here, your guide will take you on a short walking tour through the iconic Vila Vella, the only preserved medieval seaside fortress in Catalonia. Discover its history, walk along its stone walls, and enjoy breathtaking views over the Mediterranean. After the guided visit, you will have free time to explore, relax on the beach, swim during summer, or enjoy lunch by the sea in one of our recommended local restaurants.
After a full day of discovery, culture, and coastal beauty, you will return to Barcelona with unforgettable memories of Catalonia’s most iconic landscapes.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
My sister and I joined this tour and everything was very well organized from start to finish, making it easy to relax and enjoy the experience. The combination of Girona, the Costa Brava and the food tastings was perfect, offering a great mix of culture, history, nature and local traditions. Girona is beautiful to explore, with its fascinating history and stunning architecture. The Costa Brava is equally impressive. A special mention goes to our guide, who was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. They shared so many interesting insights about Catalan culture and made everyone feel welcome throughout the day. The food tastings were another highlight. It was nice to try local products and learn more about the region through its cuisine. Every stop felt authentic and thoughtfully chosen. I also really appreciated the small-group setting, which made the experience feel more intimate and allowed plenty of opportunities to ask questions and interact with the guide. Highly recommended!
Girona, the Costa Brava, local food and a small group really do make a rather lovely Catalan recipe! 💛 We’re delighted that everything felt well organised and that you enjoyed the mix of history, culture, nature and gastronomy. It’s especially wonderful to hear that the guide made everyone feel welcome and that the small-group format gave you plenty of time to interact and ask questions. Thank you for such a thoughtful review, and we hope to see you again for another Catalan adventure! 🌊
Amazing experience, Costa Brava looks like a postcard landscape, thank you Richard for this amazing tour!🤩
Richard clearly found the secret to making the Costa Brava look even more like a postcard! 🤩 We’re delighted that you enjoyed your day and that the scenery made such a strong impression. Our guides love sharing the quieter corners and beautiful landscapes of the coast, so it’s fantastic to hear that Richard helped make the experience memorable. Thanks for exploring the Costa Brava with us and for the lovely review. We hope to see you back for another postcard-worthy adventure! 🌊
I usually prefer planning trips myself, but this was honestly the easiest and most stress-free day of our vacation. Everything was perfectly timed and organized, lasting all 8hours. The guide gave us enough information without overloading us, and the free time at the beach was perfect to disconnect.
For someone who usually plans everything themselves, calling this the most stress-free day of the vacation is quite a compliment! 🌊 We’re delighted that the organization and timing allowed you to simply enjoy the experience without worrying about what came next. Finding the right balance between useful information and genuine free time is something we care about, especially when there’s a beautiful beach in Tossa waiting to be enjoyed. Thanks for trusting us with your day in Girona and the Costa Brava. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderfully uncomplicated escape! ☀️
What I loved most about this tour was how human and relaxed it felt. It wasn’t just “follow the umbrella and take photos.” The guide genuinely cared that everyone had a good time. We explored Girona, relaxed by the sea in Tossa de Mar and came back feeling like we had really experienced Catalonia. So many great things to learn!!
Apparently the Costa Brava gave you the full experience without requiring anyone to march behind an umbrella all day! 😄 We’re delighted that the relaxed, human side of the tour stood out to you and that you felt genuinely cared for along the way. Our guides aim to make the day feel personal, giving guests space to enjoy Girona, unwind in Tossa and actually connect with the places rather than simply ticking them off a list. Thanks for discovering Catalonia with us and for such a thoughtful review. We hope to see you back for another relaxed adventure by the Mediterranean! 🌊
Perfect combination of culture and beach. We explored historic Girona in the morning and later relaxed in Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava. The paella lunch was delicious, but I also appreciated that some people brought sandwiches and enjoyed a picnic by the sea during the free time. Such a flexible and enjoyable tour.
Girona in the morning, Tossa by the afternoon and paella by the sea? That sounds like a pretty convincing recipe for a day out! 🌊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed the combination of culture, beach time and the flexibility to make the day your own. Some guests choose paella while others prefer a picnic, and having that freedom during the free time is exactly what helps keep the experience relaxed rather than overly structured. Thanks for exploring Girona and Tossa with us and for sharing such a thoughtful review. We hope to see you back for another sunny Catalan escape! ☀️
I was looking for a more authentic and relaxed Costa Brava experience and this tour exceeded expectations. The private mini van with only 8 guests felt very exclusive. Girona was full of history and charm, while Tossa de Mar was the perfect place to disconnect and enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere.
A private minivan, eight guests, Girona’s history and a Mediterranean escape in Tossa... that sounds like the Costa Brava understood the assignment! 🌊 We’re so happy that the tour gave you the authentic and relaxed experience you were looking for. Keeping the group small allows us to combine local stories with plenty of breathing room, and it’s wonderful to hear that the contrast between historic Girona and laid-back Tossa worked so well for you. Thank you for joining us and for sharing such a great review. We’d love to take you back out to the Costa Brava for another beautiful day someday! ☀️
This tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona. Visiting both Girona and the stunning Costa Brava town of Tossa de Mar in one day was absolutely worth it. The views were incredible and the guide made the whole experience feel personal and relaxed. We loved having free time by the beach too!
Girona and Tossa de Mar clearly decided to compete for the title of highlight of your Barcelona trip! 😄 We’re delighted that the combination of both destinations, the incredible views and some well-earned beach time made the day so special. Having time to explore at your own pace is an important part of the experience, so it’s wonderful to hear that the relaxed and personal atmosphere came through. Thanks for spending such a memorable day in Catalonia with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure along the coast! 🌊
We brought our own sandwiches and had lunch at the beach while others ordered paella, and honestly I loved that flexibility. It didn’t feel touristy at all. Just a really enjoyable day exploring beautiful places with great company.
Bringing your own sandwiches to the beach while everyone else orders paella sounds like exactly the kind of freedom we like to see! 🥪 We’re so happy that the flexibility and relaxed pace made the day feel more authentic and less like a typical tourist excursion. Being able to enjoy Girona and Tossa in your own way, with time to choose how you spend your breaks, is a big part of what we want the experience to feel like. Thanks for joining us and for sharing such a lovely perspective. We’d be delighted to have you back to explore more of Catalonia! ☀️
A 10 out of 10 experience! Highly recommended 🙂
¡Una experiencia de 10 y encima con recomendación! Eso sí que nos alegra el día. 😊 Nos encanta saber que disfrutasteis tanto de la excursión y que la experiencia estuvo a la altura de vuestras expectativas. Girona, Tossa de Mar y un buen día de descubrimientos forman una combinación difícil de superar. ¡Muchísimas gracias por compartirlo y recomendarnos! Esperamos volver a veros pronto por Cataluña. 🌿
It has been a very beautiful and fun experience. We went to Girona and Tossa de Mar and learned a lot about their history while walking through their beautiful streets with the guide, who is a genius! We took many beautiful photos. We tasted cheeses and other delicious things. Very good vibes 🥰 100% recommendable experience.
Entre calles medievales, fotos bonitas, quesos y algún que otro bocado rico, parece que Girona y Tossa de Mar os dieron material para un álbum entero! 📸 Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutasteis tanto de la parte cultural como de los momentos más divertidos y gastronómicos del día. Que el guía consiguiera combinar historia, cercanía y buen ambiente es justo lo que buscamos en esta experiencia, así que nos hace especialmente felices saber que os sentisteis tan a gusto. Gracias por vivir esta aventura con nosotros y por recomendarnos al 100%. Ojalá volvamos a compartir otro día de descubrimientos, buenas fotos y alguna que otra delicia catalana. 🧀💛
