Join a small group day tour from Barcelona into the spectacular Spanish Pyrenees Mountains. Ride a rack railway to 6,000 feet, hike through alpine landscapes, and explore the medieval villages of Vic and Queralbs — a perfect mix of nature, history, and culture.
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Small group Pyrenees tour with personalized attention from a local guide
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Full-day adventure to the Spanish Pyrenees from Barcelona
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Visit Vic’s Roman temple, cathedral, and one of Catalonia’s oldest markets
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Explore the medieval stone village of Queralbs in the Catalan mountains
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Ride the historic rack railway to Vall de Núria and enjoy stunning panoramic views
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Optional hiking routes and local Catalan cuisine in a high-altitude valley
- Full Tour Description
- Included
- Video
- Brochure
Tour Schedule
8:15am – Explore Catalunya Office, Barcelona
Meet your guide across from the Palau de la Música. Use the time for a coffee, bathroom break, or quick snack before the tour begins.
8:30am – Depart Barcelona
Travel through the elegant Eixample district as your guide introduces the day’s highlights. Sit back and relax as the city fades into the countryside.
9:30am – Arrive in Vic
Explore this historic Roman town at your own pace. Visit the Roman temple, browse the cathedral, stroll through the lively market (on Tuesdays and Saturdays), or enjoy a traditional Catalan breakfast. Approx. 2 hours free time.
12:30pm – Arrive in Queralbs
Wander the cobbled streets and stone houses of this quiet mountain village perched on the Pyrenees. Soak up the views and the crisp alpine air.
1:00pm – Board Rack Railway in Queralbs
Take the dramatic ride to Vall de Núria, ascending to 2,000 meters (6,000 feet).
2:00pm – Arrive in Vall de Núria
Enjoy approx. 2 hours to hike, spot wildlife, visit the sanctuary, or relax with a Catalan lunch beside the lake.
5:00pm – Depart Vall de Núria
Return via the rack railway and rejoin your minivan in Queralbs.
7:00–7:15pm – Arrive in Plaça Catalunya, Barcelona
Your guide will offer tips for dinner or help with transport back to your hotel.
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Included
- Local Guide
- Rack Railway Tickets
- Transport in air conditioned vehicle
- Small-group tour
- Free filtered water refills in office
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
