Coastal Escape: Private Day Trip to Girona & Costa Brava’s Tossa de Mar

Coastal Escape: Private Day Trip to Girona & Costa Brava’s Tossa de Mar

Overview

Private Tour to Girona + Costa Brava (Tossa de Mar) is an easy, full-day escape from Barcelona that pairs Girona’s medieval streets with the pine-lined cliffs of the Costa Brava. Travel by air-conditioned minivan and enjoy a relaxed pace with time to explore, shop, and soak up coastal views.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day blends two of Catalonia’s most photogenic settings. In Girona, you will step into the atmospheric Barri Vell, where medieval architecture, ancient stonework, and the riverside setting of the Oñar create an unforgettable first impression. The city’s layered history comes through in the Roman roots of the Força Vella fortress and the scenic Archaeological Walk that traces the medieval walls with towers and panoramic viewpoints.

After Girona, the mood shifts toward the sea as you head into the Costa Brava, a coastline celebrated for rocky headlands and pine-framed cliffs. Along the way, your guide offers multiple options to explore coastal towns, including a stop in Blanes where you can choose between the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or a more secluded cove. You will also have free time in Tossa de Mar to browse shops and enjoy the relaxed coastal atmosphere, with a traditional lunch at a restaurant rounding out the experience.

✨ Highlights

• 🏰 Discover Girona’s Barri Vell, famed for its medieval architecture and walled Old Quarter
• 🧱 See the Roman legacy of the Força Vella and the city’s historic fortifications
• 👣 Stroll the Archaeological Walk alongside the medieval walls, towers, and panoramic viewpoints
• 🎬 Spot locations linked to Game of Thrones, filmed in part in Girona
• 🌿 Stop in Blanes with the option to visit the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or unwind in a secluded cove
• 🛍️ Enjoy free time to shop and explore in Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava
• 🍽️ Savor a traditional lunch in a restaurant as part of your relaxing day out

📍 Itinerary

1. Barcelona, depart by air-conditioned minivan for a full-day trip
2. Girona, explore the medieval Old Walled Quarter (Barri Vell), the Roman ruins of the Força Vella fortress, and the historic walls and viewpoints
3. Blanes, choose between visiting the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or a secluded cove
4. Tossa de Mar, free time to shop and explore
5. Traditional lunch at a restaurant
6. Return toward Barcelona

✅ What’s Included

• Air-conditioned minivan transportation from Barcelona
• Guide who offers multiple options to explore coastal towns en route
• Traditional lunch in a restaurant

❌ Exclusions

• Personal expenses (such as shopping in Tossa de Mar)
• Optional visits not explicitly included (for example, the Marimurtra Botanical Garden if not covered by the tour)

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 8 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• This experience is designed as a relaxed day trip combining city exploration and coastal time, with free time in Tossa de Mar.
• Stops may include Blanes, with options such as the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or a secluded cove, depending on your preference.

🎟️ Time to Book Your Adventure

If you want a single day that balances history, scenery, and seaside charm, Private Tour to Girona + Costa Brava (Tossa de Mar) is a smart pick. From Girona’s medieval lanes to the Costa Brava’s rugged coastline, this Girona day trip keeps things comfortable with air-conditioned transport, flexible exploration options, and unhurried time in Tossa de Mar. Reserve your spot and enjoy a beautifully varied slice of Catalonia.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: How long is this tour?
A: The experience lasts 8 hours in total. It is planned as a full-day outing combining Girona and the Costa Brava.

Q2: Is this tour suitable for beginners or casual walkers?
A: Yes, the difficulty is rated EASY. You can expect a relaxed day of sightseeing with time to explore at a comfortable pace.

Q3: What places are covered on the Private Tour to Girona + Costa Brava (Tossa de Mar)?
A: The tour features Girona and the Costa Brava, with time in Tossa de Mar. It also includes a stop in Blanes, with options such as the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or a secluded cove.

Q4: How do we travel during the day?
A: You travel from Barcelona in an air-conditioned minivan. This helps keep the day comfortable between Girona and the coastal towns.

Q5: Does the Private Tour to Girona + Costa Brava (Tossa de Mar) include free time?
A: Yes, you will have free time to shop in Tossa de Mar. The guide also offers multiple options to explore coastal towns en route.