INTRODUCTION
Barcelona is the capital of the Spanish community of Catalonia,
home of the world famous architect Gaudi, and is one of the
most beautiful and vibrant cities in Spain. Your tour begins
by visiting the Plaza de Cataluna, Via Layetana, the Cathedral
and its cloister. You'll tour the Gothic Quarter with its evidence
of the Roman and Medieval periods. Next you'll see the drive
along the Paseo Colon past the Monument of Christopher Colombus
and up to the top of Montjuich from where you'll enjoy a panoramic
view of the city, the harbor, and the Olympic complex. Explore
the Spanish Village which reproduces the most typical regional
architectural styles in Spain. The tour will stop for lunch
here and then you may take some free time to continue exploring
the complex. In the afternoon the tour will continue along the
Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi's famous apartment buildings including
Casa Batllo then visit Gaudi's fabulous Guell Park declared
an artistic monument and world heritage site by UNESCO. You
will then go back to admire the Sagrada Familia (Holy Family)
Church, Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece. You'll also visit Barcelona's
Monumental Bull Ring and the Picasso Museum which exhibits works
from the blue and pink periods of the world-famous painter.
Duration : 9
hours
Departure dates : Daily, except Mondays - from 1 February
to 31 December, 2009 Departure point : Julia Tours bus terminal at Ronda Universidad,
5 Barcelona Departure time : 9:30 am Hotel pickup : Not available Return Details : Julia Tours bus terminal at Ronda Universidad,
5 Barcelona at approximately 6:30pm
Inclusions :
- Luxury Coach
- Admissions
- English/Spanish Speaking Guide
- Lunch
- Taste of the famous Catalan Cava
Additional Info :
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 24 hours
of booking, subject to availability.
- Unfortunately this tour is not accessible by wheelchair.
- This tour will not operate on 25 and 26 December or New Year's
Day.
- On Sundays and Mondays the Picasso Museum is closed to the
public, so on those days you'll visit the Tibidabo amusement
park, the Maritime Museum or the Guell Palace instead.
- This tour requires a certain number of people in order for
it to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be cancelled
after confirmation if there are not enough people to meet requirements.
In the event of this occurring, you will be provided the option
to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
It will be necessary for you to call Julia Tours at least 24
hours prior to your departure date to re-confirm.
- Unfortunately this tour only departs from the Julia Tours
Bus Terminal, so there is no possibility of a port or hotel
pickup.
- Please note, if you decide to book this tour, you will NOT
need to do book the Barcelona Classical City Sightseeing or
the Barcelona Artistic City Tour which Julia Tours also offers,
as everything is combined in this Full Day Tour
Local Operator Information : Julia Tours is a highly professional company specializing
in showing their travelers the very best there is to see in
Spain. With a strong focus on training the company requires
that each tour escort has attended classes in Madrid or Barcelona
and has achieved a professional level that will ensure their
guests have a great vacation. Julia Tours also acknowledges
the importance of making sure their guests can experience the
local color and culture and therefore allocate the best local
guides in each city, recognized for their knowledge and reputation.
Julia Tours has its own fleet of comfortable motorcoaches and
guarantee experienced drivers and peace of mind
Pricing Policy :
Children 7 years and under are free of charge Prices : Get a quote for the exact price. Prices are
in US dollars and are listed as a guide only.
BARCELONA TOURS - Barcelona Full Day Tour
