From Barcelona: Besalú, Vic, Santa Pau and Castellfollit de la Roca with hotel pickup
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10-hour minivan day trip from Barcelona with hotel pickup and up to 8 people, visiting Vic, Santa Pau, Castellfollit de la Roca and Besalú in the volcanic Garrotxa area. Rated 4.8/5 from 328 reviews.
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Small group
- Spanish, English
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Barcelona
- Small group of up to 8 people
- Besalú and its Romanesque bridge
- Castellfollit de la Roca on its volcanic cliff
- Vic and Santa Pau, around the Garrotxa
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Our take
It's one of the best ways to see inland medieval Catalonia without a car, with hotel pickup and small groups, which few Besalú trips offer at this price. It's 10 hours with a fair bit of driving, but the four towns are very different from each other and make it worthwhile.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan (pickup between 8:00 and 9:00 am)
- Professional guide
- Small group of up to 8 guests
- Walking tour in Vic
- Walking tour in Santa Pau
- Stop at Castellfollit de la Roca
- Walking tour in Besalú
Not included
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Money for lunch
Things to keep in mind
- No pickup at the cruise terminal or the airport
- Small groups of up to 8; the private option takes up to 15
- Vic's cathedral and Roman temple are seen from outside
Meeting point
Pickup from your hotel in Barcelona.
Enter your hotel when booking, even if it isn't listed. There's no pickup at the cruise terminal or the airport.
The experience
What you'll see
- Vic, with its old town, cathedral and Roman temple (from outside).
- Santa Pau, a medieval village with an arcaded square in the volcanic Garrotxa area.
- Castellfollit de la Roca, perched on a basalt cliff.
- Besalú, its old Jewish quarter and the Romanesque bridge, a symbol of medieval Catalonia.
How it works
You're picked up from your Barcelona hotel between 8:00 and 9:00 am by minivan. The first stop is Vic, explored with your guide. Then you cross the Garrotxa's volcanic landscape to Santa Pau, stop for photos at Castellfollit de la Roca and finish with a guided walk in Besalú before heading back to your hotel.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone wanting to see inland medieval Catalonia without driving.
- Travellers who value hotel pickup and small groups.
- History and Romanesque architecture fans.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone looking for beaches or the Costa Brava.
- Those who don't cope well with long hours in a van.
Accessibility
Check accessibility with the provider.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Is there hotel pickup?
How big is the group?
Which towns do you visit?
Is lunch included?
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