Barcelona’s lively streets, delicious tapas, sandy beaches, and world-famous nightlife are just a few reasons why this seaside city attracts millions of visitors every year. Visit the amazing Sagrada Familia cathedral, Parc Guell, and La Pedrera (all historic landmarks of Gaudi's Barcelona). Spend the day wandering the shops and people watching on the famous pedestrian boulevard, Las Ramblas and adjacent Gothic Quarter, and for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, follow the crazy FC Barcelona fans to a football (soccer to Americans) match. As well, Barcelona contains some of Europe's best nightlife with bars & wild clubs that will keep you partying well after sunrise.
This trip does not include transportation to/from Barcelona.
What is included in the tour
- 3 nights of Accommodations
- Professional Guide
- Catamaran Boat Cruise
- Trip Support
What is NOT included in the tour
- Insurance
- Meals
- Entrance Fees(if any)
- Alcohol and Beverages
- Telephone Calls
- Walking tour of Barcelona's incredible Gothic Quarter
- Explore Barcelona’s Gothic Streets
- Barcelona from a Catamaran
Day 1: Arrival Day
Arrival on your own, room check-in is available from 3 pm (you will be sent exact instructions on how to arrive). Activities start on Friday morning.
Day 2: Barcelona Tour, Flamenco & Tapas
Morning departure (approx. 10 am) for a guided walking tour of Barcelona's incredible Gothic Quarter and surrounding areas. The tour will include stops such as Las Ramblas, the central Boqueria market for a great food stop, Plaza Catalunya and the Illa de la Discòrdia (Block of Discord) featuring Gaudi’s Casa Batllo and Casa Mila as well as other highlights. Free afternoon to explore on your own. At night you'll meet at 8 pm to head to a traditional flamenco show (although originally from southern Spain's Andalusia region, it is now recognized as the national dance & music form of the country). Following this fiery 30-minute show of guitar & dance, you'll head through the Gothic Quarter to a favourite tapas restaurant for an included meal of at least 9 different local tapas (small dishes of meat, cheese, seafood and vegetarian options) and sangria. Following the tapas experience you can explore the city's many nightlife spots including great bars & clubs!
Day 3: Free day & sunset coastal cruise
Free day to explore Barcelona’s gothic streets, visit museums, go shopping or to the beach! Included afternoon sunset cruise from the marina where you'll enjoy the scenic coastline of Barcelona from a catamaran (lasts 1.5 hours). Free night to rest & relax, enjoy a tapas dinner and/or head out to experience some of Europe’s best nightlife again.
Day 4: Departure day
Breakfast included. Free day and departure on your own (if you have a later departure you can leave your bags with a reception at the accommodations
