Girona and Besalu Tour by public transport with tasting

Girona and Besalu Tour by public transport with tasting

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About This Tour in Girona

I invite you to discover Girona and Besalú on a full day small group tour, traveling by public transport to live the destinations authentically and sustainably with a local guide. The experience begins in Girona, with a 2-hour guided tour of its medieval Old Town, where you will explore the Cathedral, Call Jueu, Plaça del Vi, the Basilica of Sant Feliu, the houses of the Onyar River and the Pont de les Peixeteries Velles. Afterwards, you will travel by public transport to Besalú, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Girona, where you will travel along its Romanesque bridge, the Jewish quarter and the Plaza de Sant Pere. To complete the experience, you will enjoy a small tasting of artisanal sausages and the famous rataphy, a liquor made with 40 herbs and green nuts. This tour combines culture, history and gastronomy, designed for travelers seeking an authentic, enriching experience and who want to travel without haste, under the philosophy of slow travel.

Why Visit Girona?

Girona, Spain offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Girona provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Girona

You can reach Girona, Spain by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Girona easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Public transport - The transfer from Girona to Besalú is by public transport, an authentic way to explore the destination as a local.
  • Assistance of the guide throughout the tour by public transport.
  • Tour guide
  • Liability insurance
  • Small tasting of local sausages and artisan ratafía in Besalú
  • Guided Walking Tours in Girona and Besalú

What's Not Included

  • (optional)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

We start in Girona touring its medieval old town on a 2-hour guided tour

Meeting point: Pont de Sant Feliu (Passeig José Canalejas side), Girona. How to recognize the guide: The guide will carry a sign with the Slow Moon Tours logo, so you can easily identify it and start your tour without complications.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

We start in Girona touring its medieval old town on a 2-hour guided tour 2 hours

We start in Girona touring its medieval old town on a 2-hour guided tour. Marvel at the Cathedral, known for its staircase and majestic Gothic nave. Explore the labyrinthine alleyways of Call Jueu, the historic Jewish quarter, and stroll through Plaça del Vi and City Hall. Stop at the Basilica of Sant Feliu and admire the emblematic sculpture of the Cul de la Lleona, symbol of the city. Enjoy the colorful houses of the Onyar River, one of the most photographed corners, and cross the Pont de les Peixeteries Velles, with unique views of the river and its neighboring bridges. Your guide will share stories, curiosities and traditions that bring each street and building to life. Then we transfer by public transport to Besalú, about 55 min drive, arriving at about 12 h. Itinerary: Basilica of Sant Feliu and the Cul de la Lleona Cathedral of Girona Historic Call Jueu Plaça del Vi and Town Hall Colorful Onyar River Houses Pont de les Peixeteries Velles

Discover the medieval charm of Besalu on a 2-hour tour with your local guide 4 hours

Discover the medieval charm of Besalu on a 2-hour tour with your local guide. Stroll along cobblestone streets, admire its Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià, explore the Jewish quarter and the Plaza de Sant Pere. Enjoy a small sausage tasting and the famous rataphy, a liquor made with 40 herbs and green nuts, and then you will have free time for lunch before returning by public transport. 1. Tour Besalú, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Girona. 2. Admire the 12th century Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià, with its seven arcades and access gates. 3. Explore the old Jewish quarter, with 12th-century mikve and remains of the 13th-century synagogue. 4. Stroll through cobblestone streets and squares filled with stone houses, arches and local shops. 5. Taste handmade sausages and ratafía, the famous liquor made with 40 herbs and green nuts. 6. Free time to eat lunch and explore at your own pace before returning by public transport.

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