Top Spain Rail Tours

Experience the natural splendor of Montserrat and the Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria on this enriching full-day excursion from Barcelona. Discover ancient 12th-century carvings and holy pilgrimage sites with a knowledgeable guide. Board a glass-bottomed funicular railway to observe the region’s fascinating flora and fauna then follow a natural trail replete with verdant beauty in Montserrat Natural Park. Upgrade for a semi-private option, with shared transfers but your own guide.

Visit charming villages and rocky beaches, and travel via numerous forms of transportation, on this multi-stop, full-day tour of Mallorca. Set off in the morning from Palma, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach. You’ll visit Inca (famed for its leather goods), and will stop to relax, eat (own expense), and sunbathe at Sa Calobra Beach and the Torrent of Pareis. Transfer to a boat for a quick ride to the Port de Sóller, and then return to Palma via vintage tram and train.

Granada City Tour is the best way of getting to know the city’s most fascinating sights. A route which will take you to Granada’s most important locations. You can do the tour in a single trip, or enjoy our hop on - hop off option, which allows you to get on and off as often as you like at any of our stops, all of which are located at important points of interest.

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees Spain on this hiking day trip from Barcelona, with an experienced guide. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, and ride a rack railway to the gorgeous Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a jewel-like lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy time to follow the hiking trails, go horse riding or boating, or visit a traditional restaurant. Numbers are limited on this small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

Journey back in time as you discover the charming medieval villages and stunning countryside outside Barcelona on this convenient day trip. Explore the charming hamlet of Besalú, including its medieval synagogue and Jewish baths. Then continue on to the village of Rupit, to discover its baroque Church of Sant Miquel and the castle ruins. Finish the day in the area around Tavertet, including a stop to admire the sandstone cliffs.

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.

Visit two Barcelona must-sees in one day without any rushing for trains or buses—and with a guide to provide background and stories on each site—on this full-day, small-group tour for a maximum of eight people. Explore the wonders of the Sagrada Familia (tickets own expense) to admire Gaudi’s mastery, and after a stroll around Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, be transported to Montserrat to explore the mountainside monastery. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

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.

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).

Immerse yourself in two UNESCO World Heritage–listed cities without worrying about train schedules or parking on this convenient day trip from Madrid. With your guide, savor ancient landmarks and fascinating cultural experiences—including a visit to a Toledo metalworker’s studio. Upgrade to bring your UNESCO-listed cities tally to three with a tour of Avila, famed for its medieval city walls.

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.

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.

Travel through Catalonia's top wine regions on this private vineyard tour from Barcelona. Visit boutique, family-owned wineries in both Penedes and Pla de Bage, and sample their singular cava and wine: You’ll feast on tapas in a winemaker’s home and sip wine in an estate that dates back to the 10th century. Your guide shares local knowledge about the region’s wine and cuisine.

Succumb to tranquility at Granada’s Hammam Al Ándalus, opulent Arabian baths located in the heart of the historical Old Town. Enjoy relaxing amid candle-lit walkways and beautifully designed pools; then indulge with a massage from a professionally trained masseuse. Submerge yourself in the soothing waters of a thermal bath and inhale the scented aromas of the steam room while sipping fresh mint tea. Upgrade your experience to include a 30-minute Midra 30 or 45-minute Midra 45, both of which include an exfoliating body scrub.

The 1,000-year-old Montserrat Monastery is famed for its miracle-working statue, La Moreneta, or the Black Madonna—but many tours don’t include timed tickets to see the sacred relic. See more of the monastery on this comprehensive tour, with bus transfers from Barcelona, cogwheel railway up the mountain, access to both the Basilica and the throne where the statue awaits, and a liqueur tasting.

Venture east from Barcelona to Spain’s Costa Brava, and spend the day discovering one of Europe’s prettiest shorelines. Journey along the coast to this famous seaside stretch, known for its rugged cliffs and pine groves, and stop near the lively resort of Blanes. Sunbathe or swim in a tucked-away sandy cove, or choose to stroll through the cliff-edge Marimurtra Botanical Gardens. After a tasty 3-course lunch at a traditional restaurant, enjoy free time to explore, shop, or relax in the charming town of Tossa de Mar.

A once in a lifetime chance to visit three countries in just one day! Grab your passport and join us on this unforgettable day. Leaving Barcelona, we head for a tiny medieval village close to the border before crossing into France to visit a beautiful French spa town where you will enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, you'll head into Andorra over a high mountain pass, perfect for dramatic pictures. You will also stop in a picturesque valley on our way to the capital, famous for tax-free bargains, before heading back into Spain in the afternoon. Breakfast in Spain, lunch in France, and an afternoon snack in Andorra - a day you'll never forget.

Explore the Royal Basilica and Monastery of Montserrat on this trip from Barcelona. Travel by coach and cogwheel train to the spectacular, mountainside Benedictine abbey. It’s one of Spain’s most popular pilgrimage sites for its revered "Black Madonna" statue—which you’ll see on your visit, thanks to prebooked tickets. Then, enjoy free time to explore or taste liqueurs, making this one of the most flexible Montserrat tours from Barcelona available.

Experience a relaxing day in the countryside and plenty of wine-tasting during this day trip to some of the top wineries outside Barcelona. Head to the Penedès region, to visit some of the most famous wineries of Catalonia, stopping to taste and learn about the production of the area's many vintages and cava (Catalan sparkling wine) along the way. During your visit, enjoy the services of a guide, who escorts you between wineries and share informative and fun facts about the region during your trip. This Catalonia winery tour includes tastings at three vineyards plus cheeses and tapas.

Discover medieval Girona and the Dali Museum in Figueres, where the artist Salvador Dalí was born, on this day trip from Barcelona by air-conditioned coach. With a guide, take a walking tour of Girona’s picturesque Old Town. Learn about the city’s wealth during the Middle Ages and admire the Cathedral and colorful houses huddled along the Onyar River. After free time for lunch, travel to the Dali Museum in Figueres. View the flamboyant, egg-topped exterior of the Dali Theatre-Museum and explore its collection of paintings, sculptures and jewelry.

Get out of Barcelona and into the hills for the day on this hassle-free day tour. Meet your guide at a central-city cafe and fuel up for the day ahead. You’ll be driven into the mountains and up to the beautiful Montserrat Monastery. Learn about its history on a tour, then choose to go hiking, indulge in an all-you-can-eat lunch, or learn more about the monastery at the museum.

Bask in the beauty and history of coastal Catalonia on this small group day tour for a maximum of 8 people from Barcelona. In Tarragona, walk in the footsteps of gladiators and merchants at the UNESCO-listed ancient Roman ruins, and then explore the bohemian vibe and Modernist architecture of Sitges on a guided tour of the old town. Finish the day with sunbathing or swimming at the popular San Sebastian urban beach. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

Discover the spectacular sights and cultural delights of Barcelona with a 24-hour or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket, valid across two routes. From the open-top deck of a distinctive double-decker bus, see the Catalonian capital’s impressive monuments and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Make the most of your Barcelona visit and choose a combo with a catamaran cruise to get a fresh perspective on the city’s skyline.