What are the best areas to explore on the first day in Barcelona before starting the Northern Spain tour?

Barcelona's city center offers several key sites worth visiting before your Northern Spain tour begins. The Gothic Quarter's medieval streets lead to Las Ramblas a busy pedestrian boulevard and Passeig de Gracia where Gaudi's architectural works stand. Most visitors spend time at La Sagrada Familia and Plaza Catalunya. Hotels like NH Collection Barcelona Constanza or Catalonia Barcelona Plaza put you close to these locations. As a TourRadar traveler noted "The lively port of Barcelona boasts an impressive Old Town although it's the daring architecture of the Catalan Art Nouveau that really sets it apart."

What is the typical cost per day for Northern Spain tours starting from Barcelona?

Northern Spain tours from Barcelona cost between USD 250-450 per day with luxury options reaching USD 475. The price covers accommodations transportation some meals and guided activities. The 8-day North Spain Discovery tour costs around USD 336 daily including stays at properties like NH Collection Barcelona. TourRadar travelers often mention these tours offer "great value with excellent food and locations" along with quality lodging and knowledgeable guides.

What are the most popular destinations included in Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?

After Barcelona the route typically covers San Sebastian's food scene Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum Santiago de Compostela's pilgrim sites and Oviedo's pre-Romanesque buildings. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The food and drink in this region is excellent. Before I arrived I thought my highlights would be Barcelona and San Sebastian but honestly I enjoyed every moment visiting these unique northern cities."

What's the best time of year to take a Northern Spain tour starting in Barcelona?

The most popular time runs from May through September. June and September offer pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds than peak summer months. May leads with 7 tour departures while September follows with 6 options. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The weather was perfect for exploring in September not too hot like summer months but still sunny enough for enjoying the beaches in San Sebastian and coastal towns."

What type of accommodation can I expect on Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?

Tours typically use 3-4 star central hotels including Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Silken Amara Plaza in San Sebastian and NH Collection properties throughout the route. Rooms come with private bathrooms and breakfast is included. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Hotels were well-located in city centers making it easy to explore during free time though room sizes can vary between European cities."

What meals are typically included in Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?

The tours include hotel breakfasts and selected group dinners that showcase local cuisine. San Sebastian tours often feature pintxos (tapas) crawls while the Rioja region offers wine tastings paired with regional dishes. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The food was excellent throughout the tour especially the included pintxos evening in San Sebastian and the wine tasting experiences in La Rioja."

Northern Spain Tours from Barcelona

An adventure starting in Barcelona is a great way to see Northern Spain. We have 17 tours that range from 4 days up to 15 days. The most popular time for tours from Barcelona is May, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Northern Spain tours from Barcelona

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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 $1,765
US$1,147per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Food & Culinary
Northern Spain Real Food Adventure
4.4 (13 traveler reviews)
"This tour is an excellent way to learn about regional delicacies of the northern region of Spain."
Jocelyn, traveled in August
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
North Spain Discovery
4.2 (14 traveler reviews)
"Love small group travel, and experiencing local things, but having a guide to arrange all the difficult stuff."
Francesca, traveled in May
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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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 $640
US$480per person
Price based on Private Single Room
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Explorer
Independent Barcelona & Madrid City Stay
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Toledo, Museo del Prado, Madrid
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
25% Off
From
US$1,849per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Classic Northern Spain 2026-27 - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao,Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,Salamanca,Madrid+6 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
35% Off
From $915
US$595per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Highlights of Northern Spain
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Logrono, San Sebastian, Bilbao
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
17% Off
From $1,999
US$1,659per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Classic Northern Spain - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,Salamanca,Madrid+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
35% Off
From $870
US$566per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastian,Castro Urdiales,Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,Mondonedo,Lugo,Santiago de Compostela,Madrid+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
40% Off
From $5,635
US$3,381per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Food & Culinary
Spain & Portugal Real Food Adventure
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Logrono, San Sebastian, Bilbao,Picos de Europa National Park,Oviedo,A Coruña,Santiago de Compostela,Porto,Lisbon+6 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
20% Off
From $9,590
US$7,672per person
+$2 local payments
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
8-Day North of Spain from Barcelona
4.4 (13 traveler reviews)
"the most beautiful country"
Rudolf, traveled in March
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 $1,405
US$1,194per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Green Spain From Barcelona
4.4 (7 traveler reviews)
"Great hotels 4 stars. good bus transportation and nice tour guides."
Maria, traveled in September
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao,Santander,Santillana del Mar,Covadonga,Oviedo,Salamanca,Madrid+6 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern Spain
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
VPT Tours
10% Off
From $705
US$635per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Festival & Events
San Fermin Running of the Bulls: Opening Ceremony from Barcelona
4.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"I got affordable transport from Barcelona and back, got to experience the bull runs and best of all- the crazy street parties in Pamplona."
Daniela, traveled in July
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Pamplona
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Northern SpainNavarrePyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch+5 more
Operator
Stoke Travel
25% Off
From $652
US$489per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Festival & Events
San Fermin Running of the Bulls: Weekender from Barcelona
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Best group of staff who were always there to help out and sling me a beer when I needed it (unlimited for €10 a day!!!!)"
gabby, traveled in September
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Pamplona
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Northern SpainNavarrePyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch+5 more
Operator
Stoke Travel
25% Off
From $524
US$393per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Festival & Events
San Fermin Running of the Bulls: Closing Ceremony from Barcelona
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Barcelona, Pamplona
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
Northern SpainNavarrePyrenees+2 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch+5 more
Operator
Stoke Travel
25% Off
From $524
US$393per person
Price based on Shared Room
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