Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella!
Overview
Available languages
10 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Optional Hotel Pick Up
Small group tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Palace of Catalan Music
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.
Eixample
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.
Options
Regular Tour WITHOUT Pickup
Please take note that this option DOES NOT include any hotel pick up or the Seafood Paella Lunch Option.
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
Reviews
1,091 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful time
Explorer47637103804,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to the great guide, I had a wonderful time. The drive was also comfortable. The participating friends were also very good people.
Great way to see a few small towns
GRACE D,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was a great way to see some small cities, outside of Barcelona. We went during the off season (first week of Nov) and the towns were pretty empty but soooo nice to have a break from the crowds. Our tour guide was great, very knowledgable. It is a lot of drive driving (about 4 hours total in the car).
Long day, but worth the time.
V9742XOroberts,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A day trip to Girrona and other small villages by the sea was a great addition to touring from the city of Barcelona. Put on your walking shoes, as you go through inclines and narrow cobble stone streets in settings from Game of Thrones in Girona….take the time to rest and have coffee before meeting your guide again to continue. The next stop is Pals….a Medieval village well preserved where you get the vibes of the time….again lots of walking with inclines but fabulous views….. Following this was costa brava….sooooo relaxing and inviting ….small coves of beaches to just relax and watch young children at play in the rocky formations…we even saw a bride and groom photographing for their wedding as we watched from an excellent restaurant having lunch.
An interesting day, but could’ve been better. I would recommend it, but would suggest a more engaging/informative guide.
Janet M,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It visits 3 interesting towns and they were worthwhile. Guide was not that engaging and there was quite a bit of driving with little Information Given during the drive.
Excellent day out of Barcelona
Anneke v,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic informative day trip out of Barcelona. Our guide Steven was very knowledgeable and knew Spanish history so well. Learnt a lot and saw and experienced small villages and the Costa Brava.
Tours to the Costa Brava efficiently
Companion18126584699,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was nice to be able to visit three places in a day where it might be difficult to get to if you were an individual. Since it is an English tour, there are some aspects that cannot be enjoyed without being able to hear English, but the guide showed me carefully and I enjoyed it!
Amazing tour
kelleym869,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was absolutely amazing! We had the best time. Nuria was our guide- and she was excellent, very knowledgeable and she booked us the most delicious spot for a paella lunch!
Amazing tour with Nu to beautiful Girona, Paels and Costa Brava
Aleksander Z,
Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great escape from the craziness of the city. Our guide Nuri made it a fantastic experience. She was very informative and was able to guide us through an amazing journey. She gave us inside about all the historic places we saw. She was very professional and everything was organized really well. We really enjoyed this tour!!
Highlight of our Anniversary Trip to Spain!
Stacey I,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were able to see so many beautiful little towns off the beaten path. Excellent tour guide and just enough time at each stop.
Water/good times
Jean C,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour Guide was Great!! Our 1st time in Europe..August=Hot +A TON of steps in this excursion, ramps, hills, uneven surfaces. Bring water with you!!! I would have stayed in Costa Brava x 6 hours if I could. Perfect water temp. Bars/restaurants close.
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