Northern Spain Tours from Barcelona
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10 best Northern Spain tours from Barcelona
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- Green Spain From Barcelona
- Highlights of Northern Spain
- Barcelona, Northern Spain & Porto - 8 days
- 13-Day Northern Spain from Barcelona
- Northern Spain
- Independent Barcelona & Madrid City Stay
- Spain & Portugal Real Food Adventure
- Classic Northern Spain - 4 days
- Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days
- North Spain Discovery
Green Spain From Barcelona
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great hotels 4 stars. good bus transportation and nice tour guides.”
Maria, traveled in September
The route from Barcelona spans 575km to San Sebastian via Zaragoza. Northern Spain's coastal path leads through Bilbao and Santander, with a 526km final stretch from Oviedo to Madrid via Salamanca.
Duration 4 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Salamanca, Madrid Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From $1,242
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The route starts in Barcelona with a 4-hour train ride to Logroño in Northern Spain. A private vehicle takes you through Navarre to San Sebastián (1.5 hours), stopping at Obanos and Olite, before a 1.5-hour bus reaches Bilbao's cultural center.
Duration 7 days Destinations Barcelona, Logrono, San Sebastian, Bilbao Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $3,159
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Duration 8 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, A Coruña, Santiago de CompostelaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $3,495
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Duration 13 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Santiago de CompostelaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Julia Travel From
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This 11-day Spanish tour departs from Barcelona's Abba Sants Hotel, visiting 12 cities including Pamplona, San Sebastián, and Bilbao. The luxury Wi-Fi equipped coach travels through Picos de Europa mountains, ending at Rafael Atocha in Madrid, with all transfers included.
Duration 11 days Destinations Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Covadonga, Oviedo, Luarca, Santiago de Compostela, ZamoraSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $5,325
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A cultural immersion starts in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, followed by high-speed rail to Madrid on day 4. The itinerary features Güell Palace, Boqueria Market, and Plaza Mayor, concluding in Madrid after Toledo's medieval streets. Seamless travel includes all train station transfers.
Duration 7 days Destinations Barcelona, Toledo, Museo del Prado, Madrid Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From
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An evening pintxos crawl welcomes you to San Sebastian's Old Town. The day includes La Bretxa market visits and hands-on Basque cooking classes. Accommodations sit near historic districts and culinary hotspots.
Duration 17 days Destinations Barcelona, Logrono, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Picos de Europa National Park, Oviedo, A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, Lisbon Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $13,760
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Duration 4 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Salamanca, Madrid Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $1,745
20% Off- NZ$1,396You save $349
Duration 10 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, OviedoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $10,085
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North Spain Discovery
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“For those wanting independent travel but also to be with a group it's a perfect combination.”
Simone, traveled in June
A vibrant Spanish adventure from Barcelona takes you by train to Pamplona (4.5 hours), then bus to San Sebastian (1.5 hours), reaching Logrono in Rioja wine country. The 8-day route ends with a 4-hour bus ride to Madrid, connecting Northern Spain's cultural capitals via trains, buses, and metro.
Duration 8 days Destinations Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Logrono, Madrid Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,195
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What our customers ask about Northern Spain Tours from Barcelona
What are the best areas to explore on the first day in Barcelona before starting the Northern Spain tour?
Barcelona's city center offers several key sites worth visiting before your Northern Spain tour begins. The Gothic Quarter's medieval streets lead to Las Ramblas a busy pedestrian boulevard and Passeig de Gracia where Gaudi's architectural works stand. Most visitors spend time at La Sagrada Familia and Plaza Catalunya. Hotels like NH Collection Barcelona Constanza or Catalonia Barcelona Plaza put you close to these locations. As a TourRadar traveler noted "The lively port of Barcelona boasts an impressive Old Town although it's the daring architecture of the Catalan Art Nouveau that really sets it apart."
What is the typical cost per day for Northern Spain tours starting from Barcelona?
Northern Spain tours from Barcelona cost between USD 250-450 per day with luxury options reaching USD 475. The price covers accommodations transportation some meals and guided activities. The 8-day North Spain Discovery tour costs around USD 336 daily including stays at properties like NH Collection Barcelona. TourRadar travelers often mention these tours offer "great value with excellent food and locations" along with quality lodging and knowledgeable guides.
What are the most popular destinations included in Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?
After Barcelona the route typically covers San Sebastian's food scene Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum Santiago de Compostela's pilgrim sites and Oviedo's pre-Romanesque buildings. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The food and drink in this region is excellent. Before I arrived I thought my highlights would be Barcelona and San Sebastian but honestly I enjoyed every moment visiting these unique northern cities."
What's the best time of year to take a Northern Spain tour starting in Barcelona?
The most popular time runs from May through September. June and September offer pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds than peak summer months. May leads with 7 tour departures while September follows with 6 options. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The weather was perfect for exploring in September not too hot like summer months but still sunny enough for enjoying the beaches in San Sebastian and coastal towns."
What type of accommodation can I expect on Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?
Tours typically use 3-4 star central hotels including Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Silken Amara Plaza in San Sebastian and NH Collection properties throughout the route. Rooms come with private bathrooms and breakfast is included. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Hotels were well-located in city centers making it easy to explore during free time though room sizes can vary between European cities."
What meals are typically included in Northern Spain tours from Barcelona?
The tours include hotel breakfasts and selected group dinners that showcase local cuisine. San Sebastian tours often feature pintxos (tapas) crawls while the Rioja region offers wine tastings paired with regional dishes. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The food was excellent throughout the tour especially the included pintxos evening in San Sebastian and the wine tasting experiences in La Rioja."
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