Top Catalonia Sailing Tours

Discover the Alella wine region, located just outside Barcelona, in a unique way on this premium small group sailing excursion. Depart from Port Olimpic and travel down the coast to the Alella harbor, taking in the sights and enjoying complimentary snacks and drinks while you sail aboard an exclusive sailboat. Then, board a luxury min-bus to a family-run winery where you can learn about this unique regional variety and sample it during a tasting paired with a traditional Catalan brunch. Return to Barcelona in a luxury mini-bus.

Say ‘bon voyage’ to the last rays of the day during this intimate sunset sailing trip along the Barcelona coast. As you sail, you’ll enjoy top-notch views of the city, coastline and the fiery-orange light show of the setting sun. Opt for a classic sunset sail, book a cruise with live sax or guitar, or upgrade to have the boat all to yourself: All options include snacks and drinks.

There’s no better way to enjoy a Barcelona sunset than on the water, as the sun sinks below the mountains behind the city. Enjoy the witching hour with a drink in hand from the open bar on this intimate cruise, with a capacity of just 10 travelers in total. You’ll glide along the coast from Port Vell, Barcelona’s old port, savoring Barcelona’s skyline—old and new—as the city lights up for the night.

See Barcelona in 360-degree vision on this small-group tour that covers land, sea, and air. Take a walking tour of the medieval Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas boulevard, and more, then enjoy sweeping views of the city from a short helicopter flight. Finally, take a boat to enjoy the beautiful skyline and shoreline from the water. Numbers are capped at 15 travelers for a more intimate experience.

Make a pilgrimage to the mystical mountaintop retreat of Montserrat during this small group or private tour from Barcelona. The small-group option allows you to save money, while the private tour keeps you away from others outside your private group. Explore this nearly 1,000-year-old Benedictine Monastery complex set high above Catalonia. A guide, entrance fee, and private transport are included. Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off are included.

Venture into the Catalan countryside to visit Montserrat and go wine tasting on this full-day tour from Barcelona. Take a guided tour through the basilica and monastery on Montserrat, a beautiful, multi-peak mountain, with free time to continue exploring the museum, farmer's market, or views from the ridge of Cavall Bernat. Afterward, visit Oller de Mas (or another boutique winery) for a cellar tour, tasting, and a multi-course Catalan meal.

Marvel over Montserrat, and then enjoy tapas and wine on this full-day, small-group tour from Barcelona. Ride the cogwheel train to the mountaintop monastery of Montserrat, admire views over the Catalan countryside, and sample local treats such as coca de Montserrat and Montserrat liquor. Next, head to the Oller del Mas château, where you can tour the wine cellar, stroll the vineyards, and indulge in an expert-led winetasting. Finally, choose to dig into a delicious tapas brunch at the château, or enjoy a 3-course meal at a local restaurant.

Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, two of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, are globally renowned. Ensure admission and avoid long waits before entering—if time slots are even available—with skip-the-line entry during this guided tour. Visit Park Güell before using private transportation to reach La Sagrada Familia where you can feast your eyes on the spectacular interior. Choose a small-group tour or upgrade to a private tour with hotel pickup.

Make a pilgrimage to Montserrat Monastery, one of Spain's key religious sites, during this guided visit. Scale Montserrat Mountain by your choice of cogwheel train or cable car, enjoying striking vistas of the mountain's surreal rock formations. Then visit the Benedictine abbey and the Basilica de Montserrat, to view La Moreneta (the Black Madonna). Your tour includes coach transport and free time to sample the monastery’s liqueurs.

Explore the Catalan coast and enjoy wine tasting with this day tour that combines biking and sailing from Barcelona. Travel by e-bike one way and return by sailing or vice versa. Admire the scenic coastal views then enjoy a tour of a winery and sample their wines before returning to Barcelona.

Experience an exhilarating flamenco performance at Barcelona’s legendary Tablao Flamenco Cordobes. Cheer on a talented troupe of flamenco dancers as a unique display of agility, passion, and energy is demonstrated on stage. Take in the lively atmosphere of one of Spain’s most famous flamenco venues and opt to enjoy a traditional Spanish buffet or refreshing drink while watching the show.

Enjoy a peaceful day sailing off the coast of Barcelona by opting for a private sailing tour. Take the stress out of being on noisy, crowded boats by having a boat to yourself and your group. You won’t have to worry about steering the ship or navigating, as a skipper joins you. See incredible views of Barcelona, enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, and get the chance to spot local marine life too.

Spend quality time with your family and friends in Barcelona, aboard your own boat. Offering a way to see the coastline with your personal group, this private cruise has everything you need for a relaxing time at sea; friendly crew, inflatable water toys, music, Champagne, beer, and snacks are all part of the package.

Explore one of the cornerstones of Catalan culture and history on this small-group tour to Montserrat. See the Montserrat Monastery, home to the famous "Black Madonna," and then follow a guide through the vineyards of Oller del Mas, or perhaps another boutique winery. Tour the vineyards to see the grapes in situ, and sample signature wines alongside a cold tapas lunch with dessert.

Leave Barcelona behind, and head for the medieval city of Girona and the scenic Costa Brava with this small group excursion for a maximum of 8 guests. This day tour through the Catalonian villages of northeastern Spain includes guided tours of Pals and Calella de Palafrugell. Take in the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea from viewpoints along the way and enjoy the intimacy of travel with a small group. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take a guided tour of Parc Güell, designed by renowned architect Antoni Gaudí and arguably Barcelona's most beautiful public space. Follow your guide on an in-depth exploration of this magnificent site, checking out some of its most picturesque sights and learning fascinating facts about its eccentric designer, Gaudí. Along the way you're sure to enjoy the park's intricate tile work, colorful architecture, and stunning city views afforded by its hilltop location. Your Parc Güell tour also includes entrance fees at the site.

Enjoy the ultimate day of fun in the sun on this kayaking and snorkeling excursion to stunning Costa Brava. Escape the bustle of the city and immerse yourself in pristine coastal landscapes, paddling to secluded beaches, rocky caves, and volcanic cliffs. Top it all off with a group picnic alongside the Mediterranean and free time to relax, followed by a round of beers or sangria back in Barcelona.

Listen to live jazz music while watching the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea on this Barcelona sunset cruise. Grab a drink and a snack and head to the open-air deck to admire views of the Barcelona skyline as you sail away from the city. Live music sets the scene for a memorable sunset before you continue your evening in Barcelona.

Board a cog train and journey to a monastery hidden among the peaks of Catalonia's Montserrat mountain. This private guided tour offers a more personalized experience than is typical. Visit the Church of Santa Maria de Montserrat where you see 'La Moreneta,' also known as the 'Black Madonna', and hear the Children’s Choir of Montserrat, before hiking to a scenic viewpoint.

Enjoy priority access to two Antoni Gaudí masterworks on this half-day skip-the-line tour. Tour the highlights at Park Güell, a park sprinkled with Gaudí buildings and statues. Then, travel by coach to La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s unfinished cathedral. Enjoy skip-the-line admission as your guide recounts how the late architect spent more than 40 years working on this showpiece. Learn more about Gaudí’s life and genius at La Sagrada Familia Museum.

Explore Barcelona’s spectacular coastline and admire the seaside splendor of the city on a 3-hour catamaran cruise. Sail the iridescent waters of the Mediterranean Sea aboard a stylish sailboat; sip complimentary cocktails and refreshing drinks as you feel the soothing Spanish sun on your skin. Stop to plunge into the inviting waters below and play with the floating mat.

Explore Spain’s rich culture with this entrance ticket to the Spanish Village in Barcelona. This bustling open-air museum offers insight into Spain’s diverse art, architecture, gastronomy and handicrafts. Visit the Fran Daurel Museum — home to paintings by Picasso and Dalí — discover architectural styles from Andalusia and Utebo, and watch craftspeople plying their trade in ceramics, glass, leather and jewelry. Sample paella and tapas from across Spain, and upgrade to explore with a video guide and hear the stories behind the buildings and landmarks with the help of an electronic tablet.

Trace the footsteps of Catalonia’s signature surrealist without worrying about parking or bus schedules on this guided Dalí tour from Barcelona, with different schedules for peak season and the rest of the year. In July-August, you’ll visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum, the Castle of Púbol (own expense), and Sant Marti d'Empuries; the rest of the year, you’ll follow the Theatre-Museum with Cadaqués and the Salvador Dalí House—Portlligat (own expense).