Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich history of Catalonia on this private tour of La Garrotxa and Besalú. Explore charming towns, hike through volcanic landscapes, and discover the secrets of ancient civilizations.
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich history of Catalonia on this private tour of La Garrotxa and Besalú. Explore charming towns, hike through volcanic landscapes, and discover the secrets of ancient civilizations.
- BCN Hidden Tours - Put on your walking shoes, leave Barcelona behind, and embark on a tour of La Garrotxa’s most stunning locations. Discover Catalonia’s renowned beech tree forests, part of the 26 reserves within the Natural Park of the Volcanic Area of La Garrotxa. Wander through the enchanting landscape, visiting any of the twenty or more…
- BCN Hidden Tours - Put on your walking shoes, leave Barcelona behind, and embark on a tour of La Garrotxa’s most stunning locations. Discover Catalonia’s renowned beech tree forests, part of the 26 reserves within the Natural Park of the Volcanic Area of La Garrotxa. Wander through the enchanting landscape, visiting any of the twenty or more volcanoes, and take a moment inside one of the craters.
- La Fageda d’en Jorda - Trek to the Croscat volcano, where an old stone extraction site offers a glimpse into its depths. From there, hike through beech forests, enjoying breathtaking views. Easily ascend the Santa Margarita volcano, and pause to admire the Templar chapel nestled in its center. Bringing a small picnic is recommended to enjoy while taking in the panoramic view from the crater’s summit.
Proceed to the medieval walled town of Besalú, a quintessential example of Romanesque architecture and considered one of Spain’s most picturesque villages. A significant commercial hub during the Middle Ages, the town attracted merchants from across Europe for trade and business. Explore the 10th-century castle, fortress, ramparts, church, and monastery. Wander through the Jewish quarter, catching sight of the old synagogue, the Royal Curia, and the fortified bridge, and let yourself be transported to the era of kings and knights. Relish the beauty one last time before returning to Barcelona.

- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Light refreshments
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Light refreshments
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Lunch
Embark on a private day-long excursion from Barcelona to the enchanting region of La Garrotxa and Besalú in Catalonia. Roam the historical streets of Santa Pau, explore the beech woods of Fageda d’en Jorda, and venture into a volcanic park to trek the Santa Margarita crater. Immerse yourself in the antiquity of the fortified town of Besalú. Shape your…
Embark on a private day-long excursion from Barcelona to the enchanting region of La Garrotxa and Besalú in Catalonia. Roam the historical streets of Santa Pau, explore the beech woods of Fageda d’en Jorda, and venture into a volcanic park to trek the Santa Margarita crater. Immerse yourself in the antiquity of the fortified town of Besalú. Shape your private tour according to your preferences and benefit from the individual focus from your guide.
- A maximum of 4 people per group
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.