Barcelona Day Trip: Small-Group Tour to Catalonia's Medieval Villages

Step back in time on a small-group tour from Barcelona to Catalonia’s medieval villages. Explore Besalú, Tavertet, and Rupit, and enjoy stunning views of castles and cliffs.

Duration: 10 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Palace of Catalan Music - 8:15 am - Begin your day at our main office, conveniently located next to the renowned Palau de la Musica. Meet your guide, take a moment to use the restrooms, and perhaps enjoy a quick coffee before the tour commences. Your guide will provide an overview of the day’s itinerary and what to anticipate as you prepare for…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a journey from Barcelona that will take you back to the medieval era, as you explore the remarkably preserved villages of Besalú and Tavertet in a small group. Gain insights about these historical places from your knowledgeable guide. Spend your leisure time in the village of Rupit, visit the Church of Sant Miquel from the Baroque period, and…

Location
Explore Catalunya
Carrer del Palau de la Música
Explore Catalunya Office. We are located in a little alley between the Palau de la Música building and Via Laietana, opposite the Palau de la Música's cafeteria.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Miguelmx8132tp
Mar 2, 2026
Unexpected awesome views - Wonderful experiences during the tour, very knowledgeable guide , Carme.
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Lindsay_r
Feb 28, 2026
Picturesque - Xavi our guide was amazing. The trip was picturesque and full of great history. I was a solo traveler and enjoyed wandering around the villages.
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N8533zhgordond
Feb 27, 2026
Best day ever! - Absolutely fantastic day! Worth every penny and more! Ask for Rod as your guide. He was superb. Very interesting, blending humor and sincerity with vast amounts of history, culture and narratives. The ride through the mountains listening to his stories was worth the price alone. The towns were breathtaking. They were liking going back in time! Cannot recommend it enough! One of the best days of the trip! Do this tour! Ask for Rod and go!
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Shelbyj234
Feb 25, 2026
Such a wonderful time - We had an incredible day trip with Carme as our tour director. She was knowledgeable, warm, and made the entire experience seamless. We saw breathtaking scenery, and she thoughtfully made stops along the way so we could fully take in the beauty of each location. The day was perfectly paced and absolutely flew by. I would highly recommend touring with her.
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Penelope_r
Feb 23, 2026
This was an excellent... - This was an excellent trip. Rod was a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable about the history, the area etc. The scenery was stunning, especially on a sunny February day!
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Monakz6488eb
Feb 10, 2026
A simple, lovely day well spent. - My husband booked the trip as a surprise gift for me. I went on my own with Nuria as my tour guide, along with another nice couple. She was super lovely, with a big smile on her face, knowledgeable, and professional. She made it interesting to listen while explaining the history of the medieval villages we visited. I truly recommend it, especially if you want to see something different and want to enjoy a fun, relaxing day outside Barcelona.
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Halliem2026
Feb 10, 2026
3 villages outside of Barcelona - Tour was wonderful ! Majestic and cultural Something out of the ordinary. Our guide was well informed
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Shannon_s
Feb 10, 2026
Medieval villages - The three medieval villages were lovely, quaint, historic, not crowded, peaceful and most enjoyable. There was adequate time to explore at each stop! Rod was wonderfully informative and doubled as tour guide and driver! It was nice to be in a small group too!
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Marylynn_c
Feb 5, 2026
Outstanding Tour - Sergio was an outstanding tour guide. We had a great time exploring the medieval villages. Sergio planned the trip so that we would see the most sights at optimal times, given the tricky weather forecast with the rain. His explanations of the history were thorough and he made sure to consult with us to see if we needed anything throughout the day. I have planned many tours through Viator in Europe, and this was by far the best one!
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Mike_t
Feb 3, 2026
Rod was a very good... - Rod was a very good guide. We visited three villages and were given a lot of information about the area and Catalan culture in general. The first village was the biggest and most scenic. The second was most for lunch and a brief tour. The final stop was the briefest. Nice trip to see the countryside. Also, the small group had folks from four different countries!
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1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).