Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour with Pick-up
Overview
Available languages
11 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover some of Catalonia’s most iconic landscapes on this full-day small-group tour from Barcelona, with hotel pick-up included. Travel into the Montserrat mountains to explore the monastery complex and visit the Montserrat Basilica, set among stunning rock formations and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the surrounding valleys. Continue to the historic city of Girona for a guided walk through its medieval old town and well-preserved Jewish Quarter, passing key landmarks such as Girona Cathedral, the Arab Baths, and several Game of Thrones filming locations. Later, head to the Costa Brava to visit Tossa de Mar, a charming coastal town known for its medieval walls, seaside streets, and picturesque Mediterranean views. Take time to stroll, take photos, and soak up the atmosphere in each destination. Enjoy a relaxed pace, expert commentary, and comfortable transportation throughout the day before returning to Barcelona.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Barcelona
Begin your day with convenient hotel pick-up in central Barcelona. Meet your guide before setting off in a comfortable van toward the Montserrat mountains. Your guide will outline the day’s itinerary and provide context about the regions you’ll be visiting as you leave the city behind.
Montserrat
Arrive at Montserrat, a mountain range known for its unique rock formations and spiritual significance in Catalonia. Walk around the monastery complex and surrounding viewpoints as your guide explains the history of Montserrat, its role as a pilgrimage site, and its importance to Catalan culture. Enjoy time to take in panoramic views over the valleys and rugged peaks that make this setting one of the most distinctive landscapes near Barcelona.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
Guided visit to Montserrat, Girona, and Costa Brava
Entrance to the Montserrat Monastery
Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Barcelona city
Air-conditioned vehicle
Full-day tour
Small-group up to 8 people
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Tour in ENGLISH
Pickup included
Private Tour
Private Service
Pickup included
Tour in SPANISH
Pickup included
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Journey with an Amazing Guide and Patient Driver
TJVTheTraveller,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour to Montserrat, Girona, and Costa Brava was truly unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible guide Hengameh. She was warm, engaging, and exceptionally knowledgeable, making every moment of the journey meaningful and enjoyable. Her storytelling brought history to life, it genuinely felt like we were transported back in time as she shared fascinating insights about each place. She went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and catered to, always attentive to our needs and preferences. What really stood out was her passion — you could tell she genuinely loves what she does. Girona, in particular, was absolutely enchanting. The city’s rich history, beautifully preserved medieval architecture, and charming cobblestone streets made it feel like a step into another era. The culture is vibrant yet relaxed, and the food was simply amazing — from traditional Catalan dishes to cozy local spots full of character. It’s definitely a place I would return to again. Beyond the tour itself, she also generously shared fantastic recommendations for places to eat in Barcelona and even suggested wonderful vineyards to visit, which added so much value to our overall trip. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful, immersive, and well-curated experience. Truly one of the best guides we’ve ever had! A special mention as well to Juan Carlos, our driver, who was incredibly pleasant and patient with us — especially when we took longer than expected at certain stops. Despite that, he always greeted us with a warm smile, which we truly appreciated. Thank you to both of you for making this such an unforgettable experience. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a thoughtful, immersive, and well-curated journey.
Great tour of Tossa, Girona, and Montserrat!
Nikki C,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ask for Vincent! We had a great one-day tour of these three awesome destinations. Really packed an amazing amount of sights, scenery, and history into one day. Vincent is a great tour guide and encouraged everybody to ask questions and he kept an informative dialogue going all day about history, current events, culture, politics, etc. An awesome one-day excursion outside of Barcelona.
Great way to see a mixture of places in a short amount of time.
jeannef1923,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aleix was an awesome tour guide and driver! We saw everything we wanted to see in a reasonable amount of time and never had to sit in the car for too long.
Awesome tour and experience!
michaeltX5206SW,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Miquel was great! He took the time to explain important monuments and historical information in both English and Spanish (with little to no effort). He was very accommodating! To add, he was also very friendly, funny, and a joy to be around. Thank you Miquel for taking the time to snap photos of my partner and I. Don’t hesitate to book this tour (and hope you get Miquel!).
Great day!
sarahcG5541EC,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this for my first trip to Spain and I was not disappointed. Vicente was such a great guide, very knowledgeable and very personable. Would absolutely recommend him and this tour
Best tour guide; be prepared for lots of time in the van
DiRosie,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is getting five stars because of Miquel. He is an amazing tour guide! He engages with his guests from the first moment you meet him and makes you feel very comfortable. We appreciated his patience with bathroom stops and eating. His enthusiasm is contagious and shares his wealth of knowledge with compassion and joy. We loved the sites we visited. The downside of the day is that there’s a lot of driving, but again, Miquel is an excellent driver so it was not anxiety producing, just long. Thanks. Miquel!
Amazing time
874gagans,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience and he was an amazing huide
Amazing experience
97payals,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the trip - alexi was a great source of information and made us love giorna - it is amazing - a not to be missed location during visit to Barcelona
Great guide and experience
amansH4304YY,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on the tour. Marcel was our guide and was amazing. Very patient and communicative.
Marcel
simrank790,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marcel is extremely nice and accommodating! He showed us around everywhere and told us the history of every building .
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