Private Tour to Girona and Costa Brava (Tossa de Mar)
Medieval walls, rocky coastlines, and a relaxed pace through Catalonia's most storied landscapes.
This private tour to Girona and Costa Brava combines the layered history of a walled medieval city with the sun-drenched coves and pine-clad cliffs of one of Spain's most celebrated coastlines, all in a single eight-hour journey from Barcelona.
Girona rises beside the Oñar River in the northeast of Catalonia, its Old Quarter enclosed by Roman and medieval walls that still stand in remarkable condition. The Força Vella fortress, the Barri Vell's narrow stone lanes, and the Archaeological Walk — a path threading observation towers with wide panoramic views — reward unhurried exploration. The city also served as a filming location for the television series Game of Thrones, lending an additional layer of recognition to its already atmospheric streetscapes.
The Costa Brava stretches from the town of Blanes north to the French border at Portbou, defined by its pine-forested headlands, clear water, and compact fishing villages. Tossa de Mar anchors the day's coastal segment, offering free time to wander its fortified old town and seafront promenade. A stop in Blanes presents the option of visiting the Marimurtra Botanical Garden or finding a quieter cove away from the main beach.
The full day concludes with a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, rounding out an itinerary that balances cultural depth with coastal ease, all travelled in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan.
Tour Highlights
Walk the medieval walls and Archaeological Walk of Girona's Old Quarter, with views over the Oñar River valley.
Explore Girona's Game of Thrones filming locations within the Barri Vell's historic lanes and plazas.
Optional visit to the Marimurtra Botanical Garden in Blanes, perched above the Costa Brava shoreline.
Discover a secluded cove near Blanes for a quieter Costa Brava experience away from the busiest beaches.
Free time in Tossa de Mar to browse local shops and admire the fortified medieval Vila Vella.
Sit down to a traditional Catalan lunch at a local restaurant during the coastal leg of the tour.
Travel in a small group aboard an air-conditioned minivan for a more personal and flexible day.
Itinerary
The tour departs from a central meeting point in Barcelona aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan. The drive northeast through Catalonia takes roughly one hour to reach Girona.
Arrive in Girona and explore the Barri Vell on foot, including the Archaeological Walk along the medieval walls, the towers, and the ruins of the Força Vella fortress. The narrow streets doubled as Braavos in Game of Thrones, a fact the guide will highlight at key locations.
The group continues south to Blanes, the first town of the Costa Brava. Visitors may choose between a visit to the Marimurtra Botanical Garden, which overlooks the sea, or time at a secluded nearby cove.
Free time in Tossa de Mar allows for independent exploration of the walled Vila Vella and the seafront. The group gathers for a traditional lunch at a local restaurant before the return journey.
The minivan heads back along the coast road to Barcelona, concluding the tour approximately eight hours after departure.
What Is Included
Included
- Private air-conditioned minivan transport from Barcelona
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- Small-group experience
- Traditional lunch at a local restaurant in Tossa de Mar
- Stop at Blanes with choice of Marimurtra Botanical Garden or secluded cove
- Free time in Tossa de Mar
Not Included
- Marimurtra Botanical Garden entrance fee (if selected)
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Gratuities for the guide
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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