Vic, Rupit & Besalú Excursion

Travel to the medieval heart of Catalonia visiting the beautiful villages of Vic, Rupit and Besalú on this excursion from Barcelona. An unforgettable tour!

Vic, Rupit & Besalú Excursion

We'll pick you up at your hotel in Barcelona between 8 and 9 am to head north towards Besalú, a medieval village known for its impressive Romanesque bridge. We will tour the historic center of Besalú, recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in Girona, passing by the Jewish miqvé, the churches of San Pedro, Santa Maria and San Vicente, and the old pilgrims' hospital.

Following this visit, we will stop at the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park for a hiking route to explore its beech, oak and holm oak forests, alongside the volcanoes and lava flows that define this region.

Next, we proceed to Rupit, where you’ll have an hour of free time to have lunch in one of the local restaurants amidst its well-preserved stone houses.

Our final destination is Vic, where we will explore its historic center, including Plaza Mayor, Casa Beuló, and Casa Tolosa.

Before returning to Barcelona, we will stop at the Palau dels Montcada, the ruins of a 2nd-century Roman temple. The excursion concludes with a return to your hotel at approximately 6 pm.