What's the average length of tours starting in Barcelona, Spain?

Barcelona-based tours generally span 7-10 days with 9 days being standard. This timeframe lets travelers explore key Barcelona sites like Sagrada Familia and Park Güell while visiting other notable Spanish cities including Valencia Madrid and Seville. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The 9-day itinerary was perfect - we had enough time in Barcelona to see everything without feeling rushed while still covering all the major highlights of Spain." Most itineraries allocate 2-3 nights in Barcelona before departing to other destinations.

What type of accommodation can I expect in Barcelona for these tours?

Tour accommodations in Barcelona center on 3-4 star properties situated in prime city locations. Properties like Catalonia Plaza Hotel NH Collection Barcelona Constanza and BCN Urbaness Gran Rosellon provide easy access to main attractions and transit options. A TourRadar traveler reports: "The Catalonia Plaza Hotel was perfectly situated for exploring Barcelona with comfortable rooms and an excellent breakfast." Each hotel includes breakfast and puts guests within walking distance of dining shopping and attractions.

What time of year is most popular for tours starting in Barcelona?

Barcelona tours peak between April and October with May and September drawing the largest numbers due to pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels. These months provide ideal conditions for exploring outdoor sites such as Park Güell and the Gothic Quarter. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Visiting in September was perfect - warm enough for the beach but not too hot for sightseeing around Sagrada Familia and other sites." Winter tours (November-March) offer better rates and fewer tourists though temperatures drop considerably.

What's included in the first day's activities for tours starting in Barcelona?

First-day schedules typically feature airport transfers to hotels such as Catalonia Plaza Hotel or NH Collection Barcelona followed by group introductions with the tour director. Many programs include a welcome dinner at local establishments in Las Ramblas or the Gothic Quarter. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The first evening's welcome dinner was a fantastic introduction to Catalan cuisine and helped us get to know our fellow travelers." Arrival day otherwise remains flexible for rest or independent exploration.

What are the most popular next destinations after Barcelona?

Valencia and Madrid rank as the most frequent stops after Barcelona. Many routes follow the Mediterranean coast to Valencia featuring its City of Arts and Sciences and authentic paella with stays at properties like Barceló Valencia. Others take high-speed rail to Madrid. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The route from Barcelona through Valencia to Madrid was excellent giving us a perfect mix of coastal and inland Spanish culture." Alternative northern routes explore San Sebastian and Bilbao in Basque Country.

What optional activities are available during free time in Barcelona?

Free time options in Barcelona range from cooking workshops and wine tastings to guided visits of Park Güell and Casa Batlló. Additional choices include Barcelona Cathedral tours Montjuïc cable car rides and Barceloneta beach visits. One TourRadar traveler suggests: "The optional evening tapas tour was fantastic - we visited local spots we never would have found on our own." Hotels like NH Collection Barcelona can arrange these activities which typically cost between $40-80 USD per person.

Spain Tours from Barcelona

Find your perfect adventure! We have 102 tours of Spain that start in Barcelona, Spain. The most popular month is September, and tour lengths range between 2 and 22 days.

10 best Spain tour packages from Barcelona

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In-depth Cultural
Spain in Style (Small Group)
4.8 (71 traveler reviews)
"The tour was incredibly well-organized and packed with activities that I likely would have missed if I had been traveling independently."
Olivia, traveled in October
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Peniscola, Valencia, Granada, Seville, Cordoba,Madrid+1 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Operated in
English
Operator
Eskapas
7% Off
From $4,165
US$3,873per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Barcelona, Santiago & Madrid - 8 days
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao,Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,Santiago de Compostela,Vigo,Leon,Salamanca,Madrid+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
35% Off
From $1,780
US$1,157per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
North Spain Discovery
4.2 (14 traveler reviews)
"A large choice of trips. All sites were very interesting."
Nicole, traveled in April
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Logrono, Madrid
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
20% Off
From $2,625
US$2,100per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Best of Spain Small Group Tour
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Firebird Tours
20% Off
From
US$4,791per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Barcelona, Andalucia & Valencia - 6 days
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada,Valencia+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
35% Off
From $1,510
US$982per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Andalucia & Toledo from Barcelona
4.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"Very well organized tour."
Javaid, traveled in June
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada,Toledo+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
VPT Tours
10% Off
From $1,022
US$920per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Andalucia & Valencia
3.8 (10 traveler reviews)
"Excellent trip and well organized."
Gigani, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada,Valencia+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
VPT Tours
10% Off
From $1,168
US$1,051per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Barcelona to Andalucia & Madrid - 9 days
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Peniscola, Valencia, Granada, Seville, Cordoba,Madrid+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
40% Off
From $4,650
US$2,790per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Easy Pace Spain (Classic)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The 3 nights in each city allowed for both group and independent time to explore. San Sebastian is truly a gem and their pintxos were delicious."
BradGibson, traveled in May
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Pau, Sagrada Família, Montserrat, Pamplona,San Sebastian,Zaragoza,Bilbao,Burgos,Madrid,Guadarrama,Museo del Prado,Segovia+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
12% Off
From $3,650
US$3,212per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Festival & Events
Barcelona to San Vino Wine Fight Return Bus
4.5 (3 traveler reviews)
"Everyone needs to understand that this is a festival that should be high on the bucket list!"
Chelsey, traveled in July
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Haro
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Northern SpainLa RiojaBasque Country+2 more
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish,Dutch+3 more
Operator
Stoke Travel
25% Off
From $641
US$481per person
Price based on Private Single Room
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In-depth Cultural
8-Day North of Spain from Barcelona
4.4 (13 traveler reviews)
"The tour was a great experience. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking."
Gerard, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao,Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,A Coruña,Santiago de Compostela,Vigo,Leon,Salamanca,Madrid+10 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
VPT Tours
15% Off
From $1,407
US$1,196per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Best of Catalonia, Self-drive
5.0 (7 traveler reviews)
"a super nice area very unknown and I loved it, quality of the hotels, new places to discover."
Sofia, traveled in April
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Lloret de Mar, Palamos, Palafrugell, Begur
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Costa BravaCataloniaPyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Destination Services Spain
20% Off
From $765
US$612per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Food & Culinary
Northern Spain Real Food Adventure
4.4 (13 traveler reviews)
"Good itinerary. Great tour leader."
Peter, traveled in May
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Logrono, Oviedo, Santiago de Compostela
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
20% Off
From $5,200
US$4,160per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
5 Day Barcelona Including Girona and Costa Brava
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Girona
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Costa BravaCataloniaPyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
35% Off
From $958
US$622per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Family Pyrenees Multi-Activity Adventure
4.5 (7 traveler reviews)
"The optional mountain bike ride was pretty spectacular, some of the most stunning landscapes I've ever seen!"
Andrew, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Sort,Aigüestortes i Estany of Saint Maurici National Park+1 more
Age Range
Ages 7+
Regions
Costa BravaCataloniaPyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
20% Off
From $1,930
US$1,550per person
Price based on Shared Room
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