Barcelona, Costa Brava & the Countryside
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Highlights
- Enjoy the freedom of your own car to roam far and wide.
- Stroll through the Museu Picasso in Barcelona and follow the footsteps of this iconic painter.
- Take a ride on the Montserrat Aeri cable car. See amazing views while giving your legs a break.
- When in Spain, tasting local culinary favorites is a must. Try Fideua, then indulge in the sweet dessert, Crema Catalana.
- Experience overwhelming beauty at the Jardi Botanic Marimurtra in Costa Brava.
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Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Barcelona (BCN)
- Private airport transfer upon arrival
- Manual car rental for 5 nights - upgrade to automatic available
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar: 2 nights in Barcelona at the Hotel Derby
- 2 nights in Montserrat at the Hotel Abat Cisneros
- 2 nights in Costa Brava at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Girona
- 1 night in Barcelona at the Hotel Derby Breakfast daily
Itinerary
Arrive in Barcelona and immediately become immersed in colorful culture and artistic flavor. Enjoy a private transfer to your first luxurious accommodation, settle in, then begin exploring this fascinating city!
Spend your first night strolling along La R...
Spend the day seeing all of Antoni Gaudi's famous masterpieces up-close! First, visit the overwhelmingly beautiful Sagrada Familia. If you're interested in touring the inside, be sure to get there early; lines can get quite long, but it's worth the wait!
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Enjoy a scenic drive to the gorgeous mountains of Montserrat today! Settle into your comfortable accommodation, then travel through time at the Montserrat Monastery.
Explore this historic landmark that's nestled right in the heart of the mountains. Gawk at its stunning architecture, learn about its history, and enjoy the view of this beautiful area.
Enjoy an energizing breakfast, lace up your sneakers, and start your day with a hike up Sant Jeroni. Gaze out at majestic views and breathe in the fresh, mountain air.
When your legs get tired, take a ride on the Aeri Montserrat cable car. Record a video of the ride on your phone while you enjoy the amazing view in person.
Make your way to the breathtaking shores of Costa Brava, where the bright blue-green ocean meets pristine white sand.
Spend the rest of the day strolling through the charming stone streets of Vila Vella, Costa Brava's old town, then take a walk along the magnificent Cami de Ronda.
Wake up, enjoy breakfast, then grab your camera and take a drive to Cap de Creus National Park. See postcard-worthy natural beauty as you walk along this stunning trail.
Head back towards your hotel and end the day watching the sunset from the iconic Castillo de Tossa de Mar.
Say goodbye to Costa Brava and head back to where you came from: Barcelona. Along the drive, you may want to make a pit-stop at the gorgeous Montnegre i el Corredor nature preserve.
Spend the afternoon making sure you've seen everything you'd hoped to see...
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage, make your way to the airport, drop off your rental car and board your plane. Spend the flight home scrolling through priceless photos and dreaming about your next adventure.
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