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3000m mountains of the Catalan Pyrenees
Stay in the magnificent Castle of Cardona
Hiking in the spectacular Aigüestortes National Park
Romanesque churches of the valleys of Boí and Aran
La Garrotxa Volcanic Park and its Cuina Volcanica
Rack Railway to Vall de Nuria with stunning views
Cerdanya - between Andorra and Sierra de Cadí - and lakeside resort of Puigcerdá
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The Catalan Pyrenees rise from the Mediterranean to over 3000 meters. From the sun in summer to the snow in winter. This region has some of Spain’s most stunning mountain views and much more. A comprehensive tour of the Catalan Pyrenees taking in all the highlights…
3000m mountains of the Catalan Pyrenees
Stay in the magnificent Castle of Cardona
Hiking in the spectacular Aigüestortes National Park
Romanesque churches of the valleys of Boí and Aran
La Garrotxa Volcanic Park and its Cuina Volcanica
Rack Railway to Vall de Nuria with stunning views
Cerdanya - between Andorra and Sierra de Cadí - and lakeside resort of Puigcerdá
In the far north-west of Catalonia, the Aiguestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park has straightforward hiking trails. The park features beautiful alpine scenery. In the beautiful Val d’Aran and Vall de Boí, charming villages gather around 11th-century Romanesque churches. This creates a magical and timeless scene.
Head east through Cerdanya. This area has a micro-climate which lies between Andorra and the Sierra de Cadí.
You will reach the lovely lakeside resort of Puigcerdá. From there, continue to the Vall de Nuria. Here, you can take the rack railway up to 2000 meters.
As you approach the Costa Brava, you will find the Volcanic Park of La Garrotxa. This area has a remarkably different landscape. The ultimate Catalonia holiday for mountain lovers, the tour also features ‘Cuina Volcanica,’ a unique local cuisine. In Santa Pau, Besalú, and Castellfollit, you can see some of Spain’s most beautiful medieval villages
Magnificent Cardona Castle - now the Parador
Cardona salt mountain & mine - source of vast medieval wealth
Solsona, famous for its carnival traditions
Visit Monserrat with its famous monastery
Try the local Pla de Bages wines
Gateway to the Parc Nacional d’ Aiguestortes i Estany
Unique culture, architecture in the Val d’Aran
Parc Nacional del Alt Pirineu with the highest peaks
Churches – Romanesque, Renaissance and Baroque
Mountain gastronomy with local cheeses, honey and even local caviar!
Visit the Romanesque Cathedral of La Seu
Olympic watersports facilities on the Segre river
Easy access to Andorra
Explore pretty, lakeside Puigcerdá
Hike in the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park
Medieval Llivia, Catalan enclave in France
Take the Rack Railway to Vall de Nuria
Discover the Sanctuary of Nuria
Take the cable car and have a picnic with the nicest views
Visit nearby Queralbs and its early Romanesque church
Explore Ribes de Freser and the numerous hiking trails around
Medieval Santa Pau and Besalú’s Jewish quarter
Cuina Volcanica, ingredients grown in the volcanic soil
Visit Santa Margarida – the chapel in the crater
Dali museum in Figueras or hop down to the coast
Cycle, Segway, trek or balloon ride over the Volcanoes
Add Barcelona and start the trip with a world-class city break
or, if you've been there before, try the Penedés wine region just to the south
Add a stop in Costa Brava and finish in style on the glittering Mediterranean sea
Ask about superior rooms or a larger car
or more economical options if you're on a budget...
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Accommodation in our listed hotels – 2 sharing 1 standard double ensuite, B&B (unless specified)
Economy 4-door car hire (talk to us about upgrades)
Regional guide book to Catalonia
Personal Travel App including highlights, weather forecast and restaurant suggestions for all areas en-route
Instructions to find all accommodation
Flights – but we are able to advise
One-way car hire charges, where applicable (see your quote email)
The following car hire extras – these can be added at pick-up point
extra driver, child seats, GPS
Garage parking where applicable (mostly city stops) – please ask us about parking charges
Local tourist taxes (where applicable)
Catalonia is extremely well served with flights from most UK airports to Barcelona, Girona (Costa Brava / Pyrenees) and Reus (Costa Dorada / Tarragona).
This circular tour can be adapted to suit any of those airports as an entry point.
See your flight options in the table below:
PLEASE NOTE Flights are not included and some flights are seasonal.
Choose your country and preferred airport of origin and then select from possible destinations to see airline providers.
For passengers travelling by air we will include a hire car as part of the package. Normally we include a 4 door economy class car but please let us know if you would like something different.
For those coming on the ferry you will use your own vehicle but in either case we will provide full instructions to arrive at each hotel, complete with GPS, as well as a map of the area.
Our team of experts have over 35 years travel expertise in Spain & Portugal.
You’ll receive friendly, personal service from start to finish of the booking process.
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Discover authentic Spain & Portugal, far from tourist crowds. Stay in charming, trusted places — from castles and palaces to rural guesthouses and Paradores.
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