Northern Spain Tours from Barcelona
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10 best Northern Spain tours from Barcelona
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- Green Spain From Barcelona
- Northern of Spain, Galicia & Portugal (Multi country)
- Classic Northern Spain - 4 days
- 13-Day Northern Spain from Barcelona
- Highlights of Northern Spain
- Independent Barcelona & Madrid City Stay
- Northern Spain
- Spain & Portugal Real Food Adventure
- Barcelona, Northern Spain & Porto - 8 days
- Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days
Green Spain From Barcelona
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary could be tweaked a little to give more time at Sans Sebastián. Great hotels and food.”
Elizabeth, traveled in May
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 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator VPT Tours From
- NZ$1,156
Northern of Spain, Galicia & Portugal (Multi country)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The sights we saw were breathtaking, and the extra package that includes lunch and select entertainment is highly recommended.”
Sarah, traveled in October
This 13-day Spanish adventure starts at Barcelona's El Prat Airport and concludes in Madrid. AVE high-speed train takes you to Zaragoza, followed by 350km to Santiago de Compostela and 220km to Madrid. San Sebastian, Bilbao, and Porto offer overnight stays in 4-star hotels.
Duration 13 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, LugoSee all destinations Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Spain From $5,644
15% Off- NZ$4,797You save $847
Duration 4 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Salamanca, Madrid Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $1,605
20% Off- NZ$1,284You save $321
Duration 13 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, Santiago de CompostelaSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Julia Travel From
20% Off- NZ$4,189
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 up to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $3,159
25% Off- NZ$2,369You save $790
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 up to 80 year olds Operator Globus From
25% Off- NZ$2,369
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 up to 99 year olds Operator Trafalgar From $5,375
12% Off- NZ$4,730You save $645
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 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
12% Off- NZ$13,250
Duration 8 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, Oviedo, A Coruña, Santiago de CompostelaSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $3,255
20% Off- NZ$2,604You save $651
Duration 10 days Destinations Barcelona, Zaragoza, Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, OviedoSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $9,955
30% Off- NZ$6,969You save $2,987
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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