Medieval Empordà & Wine
The perfect journey for those who want to travel slowly and see more deeply. Four days that combine Catalonia's most photogenic medieval villages, the unique volcanoes of Garrotxa, cycling wine tours through DO Empordà, and the medieval Costa Brava of Peratallada, Pals and Begur. History, wine, and landscape at their finest.
The most authentic medieval villages
Besalú, Peratallada, Pals and Begur — four medieval villages from different eras and characters, each with its own story. No copies, no mass tourism.
Cycling wine tour DO Empordà
The slowest — and best — way to experience the Empordà vineyards. Bike route between wineries, with tastings at each stop. A unique experience in Catalonia.
Garrotxa: the best-kept secret
40 extinct volcanoes, century-old beech forests, and a nature that contrasts with picture-postcard Costa Brava. A day that changes how you see Catalonia.
Why you'll love this journey
Medieval Girona in all its depth — the Jewish Quarter, walls, and cathedral with a guide who knows every corner
Besalú: Catalonia's most complete Romanesque village, with the only archaeological mikvé on the Iberian Peninsula
Garrotxa: 40 extinct volcanoes and Fageda d'en Jordà, the beech forest over lava that seems from a fairy tale
Cycling wine tour through DO Empordà — kilometers of vineyards with the Pyrenees and Mediterranean as your horizon
Tastings at 2-3 selected wineries — granite wines and Tramuntana wind wines, almost unknown outside the region and all the more special
Peratallada, Pals and Begur: three centuries of history in stone, in three villages that compete in beauty and authenticity
3 nights in unique accommodations: boutique hotel in Girona, rural cottage in Empordà (two nights)
Travel for those who journey slowly — no rush, no obligations, time for the details
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Girona · Jewish Quarter and medieval walls
Day 1
Girona · Jewish Quarter and medieval walls
Arrival and pickup. Private Girona Jewish Quarter and Walls tour (2h): Catalonia's largest Jewish call, the 14th-century ritual bath (mikvé), and the 9th-century Carolingian walls with views across the colorful rooftops. Free afternoon to explore Rambla de la Llibertat, the Lleó market, or simply wander the old town.
Included this day
Optional activities
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Day 2
Medieval Besalú · Garrotxa volcanoes
Day 2
Medieval Besalú · Garrotxa volcanoes
Morning: Besalú — Catalonia's most photogenic Romanesque village. 12th-century medieval bridge, medieval Jewish quarter with the only archaeological mikvé excavated in the Iberian Peninsula, pre-Romanesque churches, and a perfectly preserved main square. Your guide combines history, legends, and architecture.
Afternoon: Garrotxa Natural Park — 2-hour hike through Fageda d'en Jordà (the hazel forest above lava flow that inspired poet Maragall) or through Croscat volcano. A completely different landscape that surprises everyone.
Included this day
Optional activities
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Day 3
Cycling wine tour DO Empordà · Banyoles lake
Day 3
Cycling wine tour DO Empordà · Banyoles lake
The most special day for wine lovers. Electric bike route through DO Empordà vineyards — between 20 and 35 km depending on group pace, with stops at 2-3 selected wineries for tastings and explanations from the winemakers.
Afternoon: return to the cottage, free time in the vineyards. Optional: visit to Lake Banyoles — Catalonia's largest natural lake, 30 minutes from the cottage.
Included this day
Optional activities
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Day 4
Medieval Costa Brava · Peratallada · Pals · Begur · return
Day 4
Medieval Costa Brava · Peratallada · Pals · Begur · return
The final day with the perfect finale. Route through three most photogenic medieval villages of central Costa Brava:
Peratallada: Catalonia's most intact walled medieval village, with moat, castle, and 12th-century stone streets. Pals: the medieval tower, Gothic quarter, and views across the Empordà plains and Mediterranean. Begur: the castle perched on high, colonial mansions (casas de indianos), and access to Costa Brava's most beautiful coves.
Return to starting point.
Included this day
Optional activities
What's included
Included in the price
Local expert guides in medieval history, geology, and wine tourism
Private transport in comfort vehicle (entire journey)
Girona Jewish Quarter and Walls tour
Complete Besalú tour + Garrotxa hiking
Electric bike route DO Empordà with tastings (2-3 wineries)
Picnic in the vineyards (Day 3)
Medieval Costa Brava tour Peratallada + Pals + Begur
3 nights: Girona boutique hotel + Empordà rural cottage (×2)
Breakfasts (Days 2, 3, and 4)
Pre-trip planning and reservations
Not included
Flights and transfer to starting point
Meals and dinners (except breakfasts and Day 3 picnic)
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Winery purchases (special discount for guests)
Before booking
Do I need to know how to cycle for Day 3's bike route?
The bikes are electric, so physical effort is minimal even uphill. You only need to have cycled before. The route is adaptable in length depending on the group.
When do the 2 nights at the cottage happen?
The cottage is accommodation for Days 2 and 3, after visiting Besalú/Garrotxa. It's a real historic cottage with character, pool, gardens, and its own vineyards — not a design hotel.
Can you visit all 3 medieval villages on Day 4 in one day?
Yes, comfortably. They are 3 relatively close villages (30-45 minutes driving between them). Your guide optimizes the route so there's no rush and time for lunch in Peratallada if desired.
Is this suitable for couples?
It's one of our most popular packages for couples. The rural cottage, cycling wine tour, and medieval villages create a very special atmosphere. We can add romantic dinners, spa nights, or other activities.
Is it possible to extend to 5 days?
Yes — by adding a day further south on Costa Brava (Cap de Creus, Cadaqués, or Empúries) or a more intensive wine day. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll design it.
Price per person
For 2 people · price decreases with more travelers
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