From Barcelona: Costa Brava Day Tour with Lunch

Costa Brava



Discover the landscape of the Costa Brava on a tour from Barcelona. See the most stunning coastlines in Europe. Stroll through the cliff top botanical gardens, before lunch in a local restaurant.

Overview

This full-day Costa Brava tour departs from Barcelona, ideal for travelers seeking coastal scenery, historic villages, and local cuisine.

Highlights

  • Drive along one of Europe’s most scenic coastlines
  • Explore the medieval clifftop village of Tossa de Mar
  • Enjoy a traditional home-cooked lunch in a local restaurant
  • Relax and swim at a secluded beach cove
  • Visit the Botanical Gardens in Blanes and stroll among exotic plants

Description

Depart Barcelona in the morning aboard an air-conditioned bus and head north along the coastal highway to Blanes, known as the gateway to Costa Brava. Take in the scenic drive towards a less crowded, undeveloped cove where you can relax on the beach or swim in clear waters. You may choose to spend up to two hours on the beach or visit the famous Botanical Gardens nearby.

Enjoy a Mediterranean lunch at a family-owned restaurant featuring traditional Spanish dishes and a glass of Sangria, with a choice of main courses. After lunch, continue to Tossa de Mar, the last fortified town on Costa Brava.

Walk through cobblestone streets to the lighthouse for panoramic coastline views, then return via narrow lanes lined with whitewashed houses. You will have free time to shop for souvenirs, swim at the beach below the historic town, or rent a kayak for a paddle under the cliffs.

After exploring Tossa de Mar for a couple of hours, return to Barcelona by bus.

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Blanes
  • Mediterranean lunch with drink

Excludes

  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Book in advance to secure your seat. Bring swimwear, comfortable walking shoes, and sun protection. The tour operates best in spring and summer months for beach and garden visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes transportation, a visit to Tossa de Mar, a traditional lunch, time to swim at a secluded beach, and a visit to the Botanical Gardens in Blanes.
The tour departs from Barcelona, traveling north along the coastal highway to Costa Brava.
Yes, there is an opportunity to relax and swim at a secluded beach cove along the Costa Brava coastline.
A traditional home-cooked lunch is served in a local restaurant during the day tour.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly, offering activities like beach time and garden visits that suit all ages.
The tour is a full-day experience, typically lasting around 8 to 10 hours departing from Barcelona.
Yes, the tour includes exploring the medieval village of Tossa de Mar and strolling through the Botanical Gardens in Blanes.
Yes, transportation is provided via an air-conditioned bus from Barcelona to various locations in Costa Brava.
In Tossa de Mar, you can explore the medieval clifftop village with its historic walls and scenic coastal views.
If you plan to swim at the secluded beach cove, it is recommended to bring swimwear and a towel.

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