SPAIN
Lloret de Mar
Captivating Costa Brava The Costa Brava is one of Spain’s most well-known holiday coasts and our suggestions for a fantastic itinerary take in magnificent cities, beautiful coastal resorts, medieval villages and a cruise along the stunning coastline. Choose your own adventure to suit your pace; between sunning yourself on the endless beaches, cruising on the Mediterranean, or exploring the rich beauties of the Catalonian cities, towns and villages. SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We spend today lounging in our chosen coastal resort, soaking up the warm Mediterranean climate. This scenic stretch of Catalonia’s coast is popular for good reason – the combination of climate and culture means we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to exploring today, with award-winning sandy beaches, beautiful coves and charming medieval villages and architecture to discover. Day 3 Barcelona Today we enjoy a half-day guided tour of Barcelona, starting with a stroll along the wide promenade of Las Ramblas. Explore the narrow alleyways, boutique shops and tapas bars, and don’t miss the eye-catching buildings designed by Spain’s most visionary architect, Antoni Gaudí, including the Park Güell and the magnificent Church of the Sagrada Família. We spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring this beautiful city. Day 4 Besalú & Girona This morning we head to the historic gem of Besalú, a magnificent example of a medieval town and one of the best preserved in Spain. Full to the brim with character, we can explore its cobbled streets, admire the ancient facades of its impressive architecture representing Romanesque, Gothic and medieval influences, and see the magnificent Viejo Bridge. In the afternoon we make our way to the historic city of Girona, where the beautiful Roman walled old quarter, Força Vella, is dominated by the 11th century Cathedral tower and its baroque facade. Its Gothic nave is the largest of its kind in the world! Located within the Força Vella is the Jewish Quarter (or ‘Call’), one of the city’s most remarkable areas. A labyrinth of narrow medieval streets and passageways makes this area one of the most picturesque in Catalonia. Other attractions we can explore in Girona are the Arab Baths, built in the 12th century and complete with changing rooms and a relaxation area, and the Basílica de Sant Feliu, with its castle-like appearance and priceless works of art. Day 5 Tossa de Mar Today we spend time discovering the medieval walled town of Tossa de Mar. Prehistoric remains coexist with Roman and medieval buildings in this ancient fisherman’s village that now draws artists and writers to its shores from far and wide. With a market day on Thursdays, there is plenty to enjoy. Day 6 Costa Brava Cruise Today we make our way to the popular beach resort of Blanes, known as the “Gateway to the Costa Brava”, complete with 4 kilometres of beautiful sandy stretches. From here, we embark on a relaxing one-way cruise along the stunning Costa Brava coastline to Lloret de Mar. As we cruise, we marvel at the magnificent stretch of coastline before us with its beautiful long, sandy beaches and small coves along the way. Day 7 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home. We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Costa Brava Driver’s Day Off
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