Small Group Day Trips from Barcelona
Explore Catalunya offers small group day trips from Barcelona led by local guides. Visit Montserrat, Girona, Costa Brava, Andorra, the Dalí Museum and medieval villages, with carefully planned routes that go beyond the usual tourist trail.

Explore Catalunya is one of Barcelona’s leading small group day trip operators, with daily departures to some of the most beautiful places in Catalonia and beyond.

Travel with a local guide to Montserrat, Girona, Costa Brava, the Pyrenees, Roman Tarragona, medieval villages, the Dalí Museum, Andorra and even France. Alongside the famous highlights, we also introduce you to quieter corners away from the usual tourist routes.

Our tours combine guided visits with plenty of free time, so you can enjoy the stories, history and local insight without feeling rushed. Whether you love culture, mountains, coastline, food, wine or hidden villages, you’ll find a small group day trip from Barcelona that fits your style.

On your own, but never alone.

 

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Most Popular Day Trips from Barcelona
Choose from our most popular small group day trips from Barcelona, including Montserrat, Girona, Costa Brava, Andorra, the Dalí Museum and medieval villages.
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From Barcelona: Medieval Villages Small Group Day Tour
11 Hours (aprox)
Travel back to the middle ages on this Small Group Day Trip from Barcelona. You’ll visit some of the most beautifully preserved villages of Cataluny...
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3 Countries in One Day: France, Andorra and Spain from Barcelo...
13 Hours
Visit Spain, France, and Andorra in one unforgettable day — medieval villages, authentic French mountain culture, and two full hours to explore on...
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Girona and Costa Brava – Small Group Day Trip with Optional ...
11 Hours
Walk medieval Girona, wander coastal villages, and enjoy seaside paella in this small group tour of Catalonia’s history, beauty, and charm.   A...
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Responsible Tourism in Catalonia
Our small group tours are designed to support local communities, reduce overcrowding and help visitors discover places where tourism feels welcome and worthwhile.

 

Explore Catalunya is proud to have been awarded the Biosphere Certification for tour operators. We are fully committed to sustainability tourism, and to bring tourists to our region in a responsible and thoughtful way.

We believe that mass tourism can have a negative impact on both the environment and the many smaller businesses in the area.

At Explore Catalunya, responsible tourism is part of how we design our day trips from Barcelona. We keep our groups small, work with local guides and businesses, and include villages, family-run restaurants and cultural sites that benefit from thoughtful tourism.

We also try to balance famous highlights with lesser-known places, helping guests enjoy Catalonia without adding pressure to the most overcrowded areas. Our aim is simple: to offer memorable experiences for visitors while respecting the people and places that make Catalonia special.

Why Book with Explore Catalunya?
Small groups, local guides, guaranteed departures and carefully planned routes make our Barcelona day trips personal, relaxed and easy to enjoy.
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Travel in small groups with local guides, carefully planned routes and a relaxed pace that gives you guided insight plus time to enjoy each stop.
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Guests regularly praise our guides, organisation and balance of guided visits with free time across our Barcelona day trips.
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Meet Our Local Guides
Our Barcelona-based guides bring Catalonia to life with local knowledge, personal stories and a relaxed small group style.

Segio

Senior Guide

Sergio is an experienced tour and nature guide, and is super passionate about my work….

Segio
Senior Guide

Sergio is an experienced tour and nature guide, and is super passionate about my work. He loves meeting new people from around the world, and considers it a big honour to show you his country, with its beautiful landscapes, local heritage, and nature. A devoted pet lover, when he’s not working as a guide, you’ll find him in the mountains with his beloved dogs. Oh…. and we mention he’s an amateur DJ and Martial Arts expert!

Patricia

Partner and Head of Operations

The beating heart of Explore Catalunya, Patricia is the glue that holds us all together….

Patricia
Partner and Head of Operations

The beating heart of Explore Catalunya, Patricia is the glue that holds us all together. She has a background in architecture, a Master Degree in Project Management, and a Management PDD from the prestigious IESE University, not to mention being a qualified bus driver! She brings passion, humour, and unbelievable attention to detail to everything she does. As well as running the company, Patricia is also mum to three children – with another on the way. We don’t call her Super Woman for nothing!

Christel

Office Manager

Nothing describes Christel better than fizzy and bubbly – a bit like her favourite drink!…

Christel
Office Manager

Nothing describes Christel better than fizzy and bubbly – a bit like her favourite drink! After living in London, Christel came back to Barcelona and put her degree in tourism to good use by joining us at Explore Catalunya. The office has never been the same since, from problem solving to customer care, she runs the office like a well oiled machine. Stress isn’t even a word she recognises. Much more than an employee, she is a super important member of the Explore family.

Rodrigo

Head of Guiding

Originally from Mexico, Rodrigo has been working with Explore for over 10 years. A qualified…

Rodrigo
Head of Guiding

Originally from Mexico, Rodrigo has been working with Explore for over 10 years. A qualified horse veterinarian, he spent time working in the USA as well as the Middle East, before coming ‘home’ to Catalunya and joining the Explore team. He lives and breathes Explore Catalunya, and nobody is more passionate about showing you the best we have to offer. The rapport he has with our customers is second to none. Rodrigo is also proud to lead the team in its drive to sustainable tourism.

Enrique

Head Guide

Enrique has been with the team for over 15 years, and knows more about the…

Enrique
Head Guide

Enrique has been with the team for over 15 years, and knows more about the region than anyone. When he’s not working, you’ll find him behind the wheel of his beloved Jaguar motorcar, discovering new routes and hidden villages. A published author, Enrique brings a wealth of experience and anecdotes to his tours. We are lucky to have him!

Sergi

Head Guide

Sergi might not be one of the oldest team members, but he has quickly established…

Sergi
Head Guide

Sergi might not be one of the oldest team members, but he has quickly established himself as one of the best we have. A background in tourism, and a real passion for his country, Sergi will go out of his way to make your day as memorable as possible. Famous for his funny one line jokes, one of his tours is not to be missed. A real hit with the ladies, but keep your distance as he is married to Christel!