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Barcelona & Beyond: Sea, Gastronomy and Culture

Barcelona – Gaudi – Girona – Dali – Cadaques – Sitges – Tapas – Paella – Wineries – Sailing – Hiking

This is a unique opportunity to see Barcelona and the beautiful Costa Brava and Golden Coast through the eyes of our Catalan Co-Founder and luxury travel expert who has curated this unique itinerary with hidden coves, postcard perfect villages, stunning vistas, culinary feasts, wine traditions, cultural sights and her favorite hotels.

Highlights: Welcome dinner with Cathedral rooftop views | Luxury beach & sea escape | Quaint Fishing Village Tours of Cadaques, Sitges and Tossa de Mar | Hiking the Stunning Coastal Path | Winery Visit with Blind Pairings | Tapas & Wine Tour | Paella Cooking Class | Sagrada Familia and Palau de la Musica visits | Dali Museum | Sailing Afternoon | Farewell dinner by the sea | Beach Morning

Activity level: Low to Moderate, expect to walk 10,000-15,000 steps a day on uneven surfaces and cobblestoned streets.

No mandatory single supplements* | 14 spots | Gastronomic focus

*Prices per person, we pair you with another solo traveler

 

Trip Overview

  • 14 – 22 June, 2025 – 1 SPOT

Ariadna Muñoz, our local guide

Payment plan

3,995 EUR pp sharing

Max. 14 guests

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Take a peek at last year’s trip!

Every day will be an amazing!

  • Day 1: Arrival and welcome dinner
  • Day 2: Barcelona & Tapas tour
  • Day 3: Sagrada Familia, Palau de la Musica & cooking class
  • Day 4: Winery visit & Tossa de mar
  • Day 5: Girona
  • Day 6: Cadaques & Gaudi
  • Day 7: Coastal hike, boating & Sitges
  • Day 8: Sitges and beach time
  • Day 9: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Barcelona

We will start the trip high, literally and figuratively, with a welcome dinner at a surprise rooftop bar with breathtaking views of the Cathedral where we will enjoy a casual tapas-style shared dinner and drinks to get to know each other as the sun sets behind the Cathedral and the Gothic Quarter.

Overnight at Hotel Midmost

Hotel Midmost is a newly opened hotel in the heart of the city, located 2min from La Rambla and Placa Catalunya on foot, right on the city’s famous “shoe street”.

We will stay in Superior rooms with balconies, all of which face a traditional pedestrian street famous for being the vinyl destination in the city.

The hotel has a lovely rooftop plunge pool and terrace and serves a wonderful breakfast.

Majestic Group, which Midmost is a part of, is a locally and family-owned hotel brand famous for its sustainable approach to gastronomy and for having its own vegetable and fruit garden just outside the city. It also manages Barcelona’s oldest hotel and has a long tradition in the hospitality industry.

Inclusions: Welcome dinner and wine / cava. Guests need to make their way to the hotel from the airport. Pick up can be organized upon request.

 


Day 2 : Barcelona & Tapas tour

Welcome to Barcelona!

This morning we will explore the city center on foot as we walk the 1000 year old streets and wander the pedestrian alleyways of the Gothic Quarter.

We will visit the Cathedral, the medieval quarter, La Rambla and El Born as we trace the steps from Barcino, the name the city had under the Roman Empire, and all the way to today’s Moderniste make up.

Our walking tour will include a bundle of sweet churros and hot chocolate to snack on.

We will finish before lunch with a traditional vermut tasting with snacks at the popular Placa Reial.

Lunch and afternoon will be free for you to explore on your own or do some shopping before we meet again in the evening for a Tapas tour.

They say the best things in life are enjoyed in small doses and we are true believers of this theory, especially when it comes to satisfying the palate.

On the menu will be a few unique bars in which we will taste traditional and creative tapas paired with a drink you may not be very familiar with, the humble vermouth or ‘vermut’, as we say in Catalonia.

Vermut is an aromatised wine served with ice and usually a slice of orange that has an interesting history.

During the tour, we will walk through the streets of the Gothic Quarter with our expert and fun guide and food lover, who will share her passion for food but also for the city’s architectural, cultural and historical curiosities.

With our bellies full, we will stroll back to Hotel Midmost for the night.

Overnight at Hotel Midmost

Inclusions: Breakfast at the hotel, guided tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, vermut, tapas tour with wine. Lunch not included.


Day 3 : Sagrada Familia, Palau de la Musica and cooking class

Today is all about Gaudi and food!

In the morning, we will visit La Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s most famous work.

La Sagrada Familia is Barcelona’s most famous landmark and the most visited tourist attraction in Spain with well over 170,000 reviews on TripAdvisor.

The basilica is Gaudi’s most exceptional project, and will take your breath away even though it remains unfinished. Trust us, the hype is well deserved.

The Sagrada Familia’s construction started in 1882 and is supposed to be finished in 2026 for the 100th anniversary of Gaudi’s death.

Gaudi took over the project from its original architect in 1883 and decided to fully devote himself exclusively to it in 1914. He eventually moved in to the offices in the complex until his death in 1926.

We will start our visit with an explanation in front of the basilica’s 2 main facades, which are a work of art, and then go inside for a guided tour with Ariadna.

The allegories and representations of nature inside the nave will leave you speechless. The kaleidoscope of light pouring into the space through the rainbow stained glass is like something you’ve never seen before.

After the Sagrada Familia, we will continue to el Palau de la Musica, another modernist building and Barcelona’s most incredible music hall.

El Palau de la musica Catalana was finished in 1908 and designed by one of the most famous Modernisme architects, Lluís Domènech i Montaner.

We will visit El Palau inside and marvel ourselves at the pendant tear lamp that dominates the main auditorium and which has become the building’s most famous detail.

After our morning visits, you will have free time for lunch and to do some shopping or exploration on your own before we meet again for a Cooking class and dinner.

Overnight at Hotel Midmost

Inclusions: Included are transportation to all the sights, guided tour and tickets of Sagrada Familia and El Palau de la Musica, cooking class and dinner. Lunch not included.


Day 4 : Winery visit & Tossa de Mar

We will start our day by heading north towards Girona. On the way we will stop at the stunning winery Alta Alella.

The winery is located in the D.O. Alella appellation of origin region and makes organic wines from vines growing on a steep incline and with the most incredible sea views.

Our visit will consist of a winery tour followed by a blind tasting and wine pairing by the hand of two local female foodies, Gemma and Clara.

Gemma and Clara specialise in blind tastings and wine pairings where all your senses will be stimulated.

We will try a few local dishes and wines while blind folded and then try them again with our eyes wide open to see the difference.

Our time at the winery will also include a tour of the property to better learn how wine is made.

After lunch, we will continue on our journey north towards quaint Tossa de Mar.

Tossa de Mar is one of the most emblematic and photographed towns on the Costa Brava. Its spectacular fortified medieval nucleus, declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument, is surrounded by walls and watch towers and makes for a very photogenic location.

The town is practically isolated from the neighboring towns due to its rugged location and the Medieval core is sandwiched between the hills and hidden coves that make for picturesque spots.

We will explore the area with our guide and visit the small medieval town and the Villa Romana dels Ametllers.

After the tour, there will be free time to explore Tossa, do some shopping or walk along the beach.

Back in the bus, we will make our way to Girona and will arrive in the early evening for check in to our hotel.

Dinner is at leisure. Girona is a foodie destination, and home to the Best Restaurant in the World, El Celler de Can Roca, so no matter what restaurant you pick, you’ll be in good hands.

Don’t miss the chance of enjoying an ice cream at Rocambolesc, by the Roca brothers or the popular patatas bravas from Konig Sandwiches.

Hotel Nord 1901

We have chosen the 4* Hotel Nord 1901 because it is centrally located just a few steps away from the famous Eiffel Bridge (yes, the same Eiffel from the Paris tower) and from the river and city center. From here, you will be able to walk anywhere in the city center safely.

The family-owned hotel is housed in a historical and traditional Catalan stone building that was fully renovated in 2009 and has spacious rooms and a pleasant patio garden with greenery and a pool to cool down after a day of exploration. It is the only garden with pool in the city center.

Breakfast consists of a traditional Catalan spread including cheese, cold cuts and ingredients to make your own bread with tomato. These are all best enjoyed in the open air patio.

Inclusions: Included are transportation to all the sights, winery visit and blind tasting lunch at Alta Alella winery, tour of Tossa de Mar. Dinner at leisure not included.


Day 5 : Girona

After a hearty and traditional Catalan breakfast in the tranquility of Hotel Nord 1901 garden, we will set off for a day of exploration.

We will start with a tour of the city now made famous by Game of Thrones, an undiscovered gem on the shore of the Onyar River.

One of its most important areas in Girona is the Jewish quarter (“el Call”), one of the best preserved in the world and a labyrinth of cobblestoned streets and stone archways that have survived from the 15th century.

Its beautiful houses and narrow alleys are testimony to the city’s rich Jewish heritage and Spain’s rich history.

Our walking tour will start by the colourful spectacle of the houses by the Onyar river that have become the city’s icon.

We will then stroll through the old historic centre and the Jewish Quarter most picturesque areas all of which are pedestrian only. We will visit the massive and famous 11th century Cathedral, featured on Game of Thrones, which has the widest Gothic nave in the world, and wonder how they managed to build such an epic structure 1,000 years ago.

After the Cathedral, we will continue onto the Benedictine Abbey of Sant Pere dels Galligants nearby.

After the tour, we will head over for brunch at the rooftop of Casa Cacao, by the award-winning Roca brothers, owners of the World’s Best Restaurant for 3 years on a row Can Roca.

Casa Cacao’s brunch will include seasonal dishes with a refined touch and the best views in town, all the way to Girona’s Cathedral and the city’s pastel colored houses.

In the afternoon, you will continue exploring Girona with our host and then have free time to continue on your own.

Do some shopping or enjoy the city’s famous xuixos as an afternoon snack. Dinner will be at leisure.

Overnight at Nord 1901

Inclusions: Walking tour of Girona, breakfast at the hotel and brunch with a drink at Casa Cacao.


Day 6 : Dali Museum & Cadaques

We will start after breakfast by driving to the beautiful Mediterranean village of Cadaqués, one of the most picturesque and fairytale-like fishing villages in the Costa Brava located in an isolated and hard to access bay in the Cap de Creus Cape.

This tiny town can only be reached via a winding one lane road that goes all the way down from the mountains to the sea.

Its small beach full of fishing boats, its white houses and its steep cobblestoned streets full of bright red roses and pink bougainvilleas make Cadaqués a magical place.

We will explore the village on foot with Ariadna first. There will be free time to take photos in the pretty alleys, stroll along the beach and have lunch at leisure.

After lunch, we will get back in the bus and drive to Figueres about 1h away, to visit the Dalí Theater-Museum, the largest surrealist object (yes, object, not museum!) in the world, which occupies the old municipal theatre of the city, destroyed during the Spanish Civil War.

The museum is already a work of art in itself, but it also houses many famous works by Dalí, one of the most iconic surrealist painters of the 20th century and an absolute genius who focused his art in the exploration of the subconscious.

His museum isn’t just a place to see paintings but also some of his interactive installations that will make you participate in the display, a must-see.

We will return back to Girona for a group dinner at one of the local places in the city.

Overnight at Nord 1901

Inclusions: Included are transportation to all the sights, entry tickets to the Dali Theatre-Museum, breakfast at the hotel and dinner with wine.


Day 7 : Cami de Ronda & Boating

Today is all about living the coastal life as we explore the beautiful coastal paths that follow the sea all the way from France to the Strait of Gibraltar, called Cami de ronda.

The Cami de ronda, as this coastal path is known, is a hidden gem only known to the locals and rarely frequented by tourists.

This hike is a gift that best represents what a summer holiday should be like.

Our walk will take us about an hour and will start off at the postcard perfect beach of El Golfet.

From there, we will make our way towards Llafranc with a stop at the picturesque village of Calella de Palafrugell, famous for its Havaneres music & rum festival and its white washed fishing homes right on the beach.

On our way, we will spot plants and herbs, the traditional vegetation of the Mediterranean Sea and the prettiest coves and beaches of La Costa Brava.

When we arrive in the quaint village of Llafranc we will board our comfortable speed boats for a boating and swimming morning along the Costa Brava red cliffs towards the beautiful Aiguablava Beach in Begur.

We will make a few stops along the way at quiet coves we may have just to ourselves and enjoy the sea breeze and the clear waters of Costa Brava.

When we arrive in Aiguablava, we will jump on taxi boats that will take us to the beach where our seaside paella lunch will top a dreamy beach day.

With the smell of the sea breeze and the balmy weather, it will be tough to leave, but we have to make our way to Sitges, another picture-perfect seaside town.

We will arrive in Sitges in the late afternoon and check into our hotel with free time to explore this quaint and mostly pedestrian village.

Dinner will be at leisure. Pick one of the town’s casual tapas bars or restaurants.

Overnight at Hotel MIM 4*

Hotel MIM is located one street from the sea promenade right in the center of Sitges and is a partnership between hotelier family Soldevila-Casals who also owns the hotel we will stay at in Barcelona, and famous football player Messi.

We will stay in a combination of suites with sea views (shared spots) or single superior rooms (single spots) with large windows.

The 4* hotel has a fantastic rooftop bar and small pool with sea views that is THE place to be in the summer months and a fabulous spa and wellness area we will have access to at half price. Get a massage or enjoy the heated pools, sauna or steam bath.

Inclusions: Included is transportation, guided hike on the Cami de Ronda, speed boat morning and lunch by the sea with wine.


Day 8 : Sitges & Beach time

Today we will start later in the day with a walking tour of Sitges. This pretty small town is famous for its picturesque church, sought-after for weddings, for being LGBTQI+ friendly and for the many festivals that fill every weekend of the year.

We will walk the streets of this bohemian town as we discover its history and connections to the 19th century migration wave of Spaniards to the Caribbean, especially Cuba, in search of new fortunes.

Some of them, like the founder of Bacardi rum, became famous. Others accumulated wealth which they returned with and built large mansions that are still inhabited.

We will then get into our swimsuits and head over to one of the best beach spots for all day lounging, enjoying the beach and relaxing.

This is your chance to recharge, soak in the sun, swim and maybe try your luck at stand up paddle boarding or kayaking.

Sitges is of the most famous spots in the Golden Coast, the stretch of coast that starts south of Barcelona and gets its name from the golden sands of its beaches.

The small town boasts more than 3km of continuous beaches that are popular with various groups such as families, the LGBTQI+ community, locals, sports lovers, etc.

There are also 3 nudist beaches within the municipal borders, one of which is mixed and right by the city center.

We will pick a beach club with a beloved chiringuito, or beach hut, an essential element of any Spanish beach, where you can get a casual lunch of tapas.

Enjoy the beach as much or as little as you’d like. You will have one last afternoon free to do some shopping, explore the town on your own or enjoy the hotel’s rooftop pool or spa to which we will have preferential rates to.

We will meet in the evening for our farewell vermut drinks at a rooftop by the sea followed by dinner at the restaurant perched above the waves.

Inclusions: Included is breakfast at the hotel, walking tour of Sitges, sun loungers at the beach, farewell dinner with wine by the sea.


About Your Host, Ariadna

Our trips are specially curated by Solo Female Travelers Co-Founder Mar Pages and hosted by our fun and licensed local guide, Ariadna Munoz.

Ariadna is both a Barcelona, Girona and Catalonia certified guide and is currently pursuing a degree in art history.

Born and raised in Girona and having guided visitors through Barcelona and Catalonia for over a decade, we couldn’t hope for a better ambassador in Catalonia!

Bonus: Our June 2024 trip will be accompanied by a professional photographer who will take pictures of the group for you to treasure, share and keep.


Guest feedback

Izzy – “I would highly recommend! The tours organised by Solo Female Travelers Club are worth every penny!
I just came from Barcelona & Costa Brava tour and it was life changing! We visited many hidden gems, not only the well known landmarks (those everyone can visit on their own). It’s undescribable how fantastic the people were, how well the tour was organised, how amazing hotels, food and drinks were and how passionate and kind-hearted our guide Ariadna was. Meeting other travelling women and listening to their stories was magical and I’m sure we’ve all ended the trip as a family. I would rate it 11/10 if I could.
The tour greatly exceeded my expectations and most likely I will travel with SFTC again in the future!”

Alexia – “I would highly recommend Solo Female Travelers Club for their travel tours. I just returned from the Barcelona/Costa Brava trip. It was excellent. The accommodations were spacious. The food was more than you could ask for. I really enjoyed seeing places that were a bit more off the tourist grid. I wouldn’t have even known to visit some of these places and they were well worth the trips. Sometimes I would have wanted a little bit more free time, however, I really appreciate not having to do all the planning and just going along for the ride. Mar made the trip stressless. If you are looking for a tour that is a bit more high end, this will meet your expectations.”

Maya – “I returned from the Barcelona/Costa Brava trip a couple of weeks ago. What a fantastic experience! Mar and Ariadne were excellent, accommodating, and knowledgeable guides. They’re very generous and go out of their way to make sure all is well. The itinerary, hotels, and especially the food were all wonderful. I loved the balance between days in Barcelona and the small villages and other places that you’re less likely to visit on your own. Go early and/or stay late to see more of Barcelona—there’s so much to see and do. I highly recommend Mar’s and Meg’s tours. And I love the company’s philosophy of promoting employment opportunities for women in each of the countries they visit.”

Kim – “My first trip with Solo Female Travelers was to Tuscany two years ago and it was amazing! I just got back from Barcelona and Beyond. It met and exceeded my expectations. The women on our groups have been wonderful. The guides are knowledgeable and fun people. I would never be able to explore and learn about the places we went with such detail independently. They pick such fun activities. The cooking classes, boat rides, beaches, history and more are put together uniquely and enjoyed by all. Now, I have to decide where I’ll go next! These are the best vacations!”

Amanda – “Recently I returned from the “Barcelona and Beyond” trip with this group. Oh my goodness! I 100% recommend traveling with them. Often I travel on my own (if you also do, you know how much planning and mental effort goes into traveling). For this trip, it was so nice to get to show up and not have to think about a single thing! Truly, I just got to enjoy every second. It is obvious Mar and Meg are so intentional about planning and put so much care into what they do for these trips. Everything was seamless.

This trip was a good balance of historical walking tours, gastronomy (aka awesome food and beverages), sight-seeing, and free time. Mar and Meg are intentional about finding the best female guides and female-owned businesses in the area! (Shoutout to Ariadna and Eli)!

If you are unsure because of the cost of the trip, I am telling you it is worth it! It cost more than what I would spend traveling on my own, but I would have never planned such educational or exciting experiences for myself. We stayed in really nice hotels in safe areas that were walking distance to a lot of things, we showed up to restaurants who were already waiting to serve us, we had fun and knowledgeable guides every day, we got to go on a boat ride on the Mediterranean, and each day had so many opportunities for learning and exploring that I could not have possibly planned so much on my own.

Unsure about traveling with strangers? Mar and Meg do a great job getting to know guests on the trips even before it starts. I loved the roommate they matched me with for the trip. We got along really well. These trips seem to bring together a lot of like-minded women of all ages to explore the world together. I had so much fun, and I will definitely book another trip with them!”

Melissa – “wow, where to even begin?! I am not even sure I can find the right words to describe my Barcelona & Beyond extravaganza trip.

We started out with welcome Sangrias at a rooftop bar overlooking the Sagrada Familia and ended with not wanting to leave all the amazing women I met on this trip, #SangriaFamilia ! Meg & Mar and our local tour expert, Ariadna curated an amazing trip from picking out great hotels with rooftop pools and bars to delicious food and drinks to picking out the best local cultural events. I truly was mesmerized by everything. Everyday I kept thinking to myself “Oh, this was amazing, top notch….no way we can outdo this”….and then THEY DID!

They truly take away the stress of planning a trip and concerns of traveling alone. We even had our own amazing photographer, Beth on this trip and she was a gem…..patiently taking my photos and showing me how to pose to capture the best memories. I was able to completely de-stress, put away all the electronics (and wallet for the most part) and just submerse myself on this trip. Everything was taken care of for me! I can’t wait for my next trip with Solo Female Travelers!

The only downside is coming back to reality…..no sangria at lunch and no siesta….although…..teehee!”

Laura – “I traveled to Barcelona & the Costa Brava with Solo Female Travelers, and it was a great experience! For my first international solo trip it was great to have all the things the group offers: private transfers between locations, AMAZING meals at the best restaurants, a knowledgable local tour guide (hi Ariadna!), and visits to places off the beaten path that you wouldn’t even know about if you had planned the trip yourself. An unexpected benefit of traveling with a group: I unfortunately became ill, but I felt safe and taken care by Mar and the rest of the group. Mar even delivered Churros & Hot Chocolate to my hotel room so I wouldn’t miss the experience! I definitely am planning to travel with Solo Female Travelers Club again… highly recommend!!”

Melanie – “My trip to Barcelona with Solo Female Travelers was excellent! Mar and Ariadna were amazing guides, the food was excellent and we really got to experience things that were local and felt special. I’m headed to Greece next year and can’t wait to go on even more trips with this fabulous tour company!”

Katherine – “10/10 This trip was incredible! I went on the Barcelona & Costa Brava trip with a group of amazing ladies, lead by the most wonderful tour guide Adriana. From the food, the wine, the excursions, and the hotels, everything was beyond my expectations. Worth every penny! Mar was so helpful all year leading up to the trip and made me feel prepared for the trip! ❤ If you want to see the world but need a little help navigating your trip the Solo Female Travel programs are an amazing way to go!”

Jan – “Just returned from a trip to “Barcelona and Beyond” with this group. Great trip with amazing food, fun adventures, knowledgable guides, beautiful sites and fun strong women who are embracing life!

This was my 2nd trip with SFT and again, it did not disappoint! Hoping to do another one in the future😃.”

Andrea – “I just returned from the Barcelona & Beyond trip through Costa Brava. This was my second vacation with SFT as I’d traveled to Tuscany two years ago.

Mar, Meg, and their staff plan interesting, educational, and exciting adventures. Each group is intentionally small. The company’s mission to empower women by supporting local women-run businesses is one of the main reasons I chose to travel with SFT. I want to gain a deep understanding of the regions I’m visiting. Local women passionate about preserving their culture shared their love of everything Catalan. The trip was everything I’d expected and more.

A few highlights included fascinating historical walking tours of Girona, Barcelona, and Sitges, a winery visit complete with a blind food and wine tasting, a tapas tour through Barcelona, a visit to the Dali Museum and the Palau de la Musica Catalana which was spectacular, a paella cooking class, speedboats along the Mediterranean coast with time to stop and swim, and so much more! Most importantly, I met great women who share my love of travel, and we had a fantastic time.

I highly recommend booking a trip with SFT. You can look forward to your vacation knowing that every detail will be meticulously planned and you will be supporting SFT, a women-owned business with a great mission.”

Bec – “The June 2023 Barcelona and Coata Brava tour exceeded all my expectations. This was a perfectly curated tour for me, it had history, amazing food, beaches and a wonderful group of women who, over the course of the week, have become my good friends. Travel is all about connections and SFT understands connections- with people, places and communities. Our guide Ariadna is exceptional. She is an engaging and knowledgeable storyteller, with a deep understanding of history, geography and culture which she can contextualise in meaningful and interesting ways, as a professional historian I know this is a rare gift. We were also lucky enough to travel with an amazing photographer, Anastasia, who made everyone feel confident and took beautiful photos. The hotels we stayed in were lovely, my room mate was perfectly matched, and the food was delicious! I highly recommend SFT tours and I will definitely be booking another myself.”

Ann – “This is my first female solo travel and am I lucky I found SFTC!!!! My trip to Barcelona and it’s surrounds was beyond wonderful. The planning was easy with their help, the sites visited were exactly what i was hoping for and the women I met have become traveling friends. We just booked another trip. There are so many options of places to see around the world and from the women I met here, who have been on several other trips with SFTC, they come away with new friends each time. Ariadna our tour guide was 5 stars – incredibly educated on spanish history, art, translation, architecture and culture. Did I say excellent food and drinks!!!!! Warm and funny – she made this trip accessible for all levels of interests. If you are at this site – just book something – you won’t regret it!”

Lauren – I joined the Barcelona / Costa Brava trip and it was a magical experience to say the least. Mar is so passionate about what she does and it shows. I met some incredible women, all who made me feel safe and whom I had the best time with! It was a wonderfully curated trip and I am already booking another 🙂

Barbara – “One of the best trips I have ever been on. Wonderful sites, food and a great and knowledgeable guide. She gave us so much color and history to everyone of our stops.

The women I traveled with were the best.”

Abby Gail – “I have been on two SFT trips (Amalfi and Barcelona) and was so incredibly happy with both I have already booked a third! Meg and Mar do such a fantastic job curating the itinerary, hotels and guides that it truly feels like being a kid again with no responsibilities and just enjoying the experience. I have made so many memories and friendships that you can’t get anywhere else and look forward to more trips. Don’t hesitate, book the trip and see the world with incredible women!!!!”

Susan – “I cannot say enough to express how fabulous our recent trip to Barcelona and Costa Brava was! The tour was impeccably planned in every detail. The accommodations were wonderful, the food was incredible, and the locations we visited were so much better than I could have imagined. Our tour guide, Ariadna, was very knowledgeable and added a great deal to a wonderful tour. This was definitely a trip of a lifetime and experiencing Spain with such a wonderful group of women made it even better! Best tour group ever. Thank you to Meg and Mar, too! Keep doing what you love in providing such fabulous trips!”

Carol – “What an amazing adventure. I just returned from a trip to Barcelona and Costa Brava. My first solo travel experience! I met an amazing group of women and developed a confidence in solo travel that is amazing!
Meg and Mar were wonderful! The entire trip was so well planned and executed! From the first roof-top gathering with sangrias and delicious food to the last day in Sitges, there was not one moment I did not completely feel energized, joyful and comfortable.
Accommodations were amazing. Our tour guide, Ariadna, was wonderful and fascinating to listen to! The professional photographer, Beth, was great! Can’t wait to see the final product of her work!
It was well worth the cost to know that from the moment I awoke each day until the moment I went home, everything was fantastic. I’ve already booked my next tour with this group!!”

Cheryl – “I recently travelled with SFT to Barcelona and beyond, and it has taken me a week to try to put into words my experience.
Wow.. everyone has been asking me what my favourite part of the trip was and I’m struggling to answer that question.
The whole trip was wonderful and 5+ * from start to finish, the food, the wines, the cava, exquisite accomodations, wonderful tourist attractions led by wonderful Ariadna our tour guide for the whole week.
Photos captured all week by amazingly sweet Beth.. can’t wait to see the finished product.
Meg and Mar the creators of SFT you saw a vision for solo women in travel and the passion you show for and towards your company is top notch.
I can’t wait to travel with you again, the friendships created during these trips are also fabulous and lifelong, I’m so grateful for the opportunity to meet them all!
Thank you so much for the best trip of my life(so far!!).”


Inclusions

✔️ 8 Nights in shared twin accommodation in 4/5* hotels. We pair you with another traveler so you don’t have to pay a single supplement

✔️ All activities and entry tickets as mentioned in the itinerary. Where available, entry tickets to attractions will be on “skip the queue” basis

✔️ Daily Breakfast, 3 Lunches and 5 Dinners.

✔️ Wine and water during all included meals.

✔️ Transportation to and between activities as listed in the itinerary.

✔️ Female guide and local female hosts at every activity except for the boating

Exclusions

✘ Optional activities not included in the program that you book yourself

✘ Transportation from and to the airport in Barcelona

✘ Visa, if required, we can provide invitation letters

✘ Travel & Medical Insurance (Required)

✘ Souvenirs

✘ Tips for the Guide (at your discretion)

Payment Info

June 2024 (with photographer)

3,995 EUR

Payment Plan:

30% deposit to secure your spot (non refundable*)

Final balance due 90 days before departure

*The initial 30% is refundable if the minimum number of guests is not reached. By joining our trips you agree to our T&C.

The Solo Female Travelers difference – What makes us unique

All our tours follow the same values and philosophy that makes us who we are which you can find here. Our Barcelona and Beyond trip is 100% female powered and we only support businesses owned by women, with the exception of hotels because sadly there aren’t any luxury hotels owned by women and the boat which is a local family owned business.

In addition, this tour is close to our hearts because it’s our chance to take you on an immersive journey through our Co-Founder’s country and city. Experience one of the most visited and loved destinations in the world like a true local, though its food, its women and its culture, then get off the beaten path and explore Catalunya like the locals do, without other tourists in sight. No cliches, no umbrellas and no mass experiences designed for production-line tourism.


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Interested in joining us in Barcelona & Beyond? We are keeping the group to 14 guests maximum so don’t wait up. Select your package below and click the Book button or pick a time to book a video call with us and get all your questions answered. Note: Please do not book any flights until the trip is confirmed.

Credit card payments carry a surcharge. Wire transfer details are available via email: [email protected].

IMPORTANT: Due to the nature of the trip and the many traditional gastronomic experiences, we are unable to accommodate severe food allergies or vegan diets. If you are unsure, please reach out before booking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This is a trip of a lifetime and we know there are many things you’d like to know more about.

What are the arrival and departure details?


The trip starts and ends in Barcelona. The nearest international airport is Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Airport code: BCN).

As the trip to Barcelona tends to be a long one for most, we recommend arriving a day earlier to account for any flight delays or cancellations, to explore some of Barcelona’s museums and sights that are not part of the tour, and to rest before the start of the tour. If you plan to arrive on the day the tour starts, we recommend landing no later than 2pm so you can freshen up before the Welcome dinner. You can depart anytime on departure day.

What are the COVID measures in Catalonia and how will you ensure everyone is safe?


We care deeply about the wellbeing of our guests and our trip follows all local regulations. We require guests who develop a cough or cold-like symptoms to use a mask and separate themselves from the rest of the guests. COVID testing is not mandatory though it will be encouraged.

What if I cannot travel because of COVID restrictions?


Payments are not refundable if the trip goes ahead. This is why we require all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers unforeseen circumstances that would prevent them from traveling.

In the event that the trip needs to be postponed for reasons beyond our control such as a global pandemic or COVID after the the 30% deposit is due, any payments made will be put towards a similar trip in the future.

We recommend checking with an aggregator such as Travel Insurance Master to compare quotes and coverage.

Do I need a visa for Spain?


Most travelers do not need a visa for Spain. In cases where a Schengen visa is required it will be issued by the Spanish embassy in your country of origin.

What is included in the trip?


For this trip we have opted to include special activities and meals and leave free time for every guest to customise their experience, after all, our trips are aimed at solo female travelers and we all like to have a bit of me-time.

All inclusions and exclusions are detailed in the section above. Every day, we have included one gourmet meal. Our included meals are gastronomic experiences and previous guests have told us they preferred to have 1 free meal a day to eat lighter.

Can I have a room to myself?


All costs above are considered on a sharing basis with two guests per room in twin bedding; we will pair you with another solo female traveler on the trip. If you wish to have your own room, a single supplement of 600 EUR applies.

Can special dietary requirements be accommodated?


Because of the nature of the trip and the many foodie experiences that are shared and involve dairy, eggs or meat (cheese, paellas, tapas, etc.) it is not possible for us to adapt the tour to suit veganism.

If you suffer from a severe allergy, please reach out to us to discuss before booking. We are unable to accommodate life threatening allergies to some food items that are common to the Mediterranean diet and present in the kitchens of the small businesses we will visit.

I want to bring my partner to the trip


This is a female-only small group trip specifically designed for women traveling on their own. If you wish to travel with a female friend, partner, family member, etc. they are absolutely welcome, however we are not able to book male travelers on this trip.

I want to bring my daughter


How wonderful! If your daughter is above the age of 16, we will be glad to have her with us.

Will the guides be female?


Yes, this trip will be hosted by Ariadna, our local guide specialised in Barcelona, Girona and Costa Brava. We have engaged the services of female guides on all our activities.

What medication do I need to take for a trip to Catalonia?


Catalonia has one of the best healthcare systems in the world and there aren’t any specific diseases you need to get a vaccine for. However, it is a good idea to visit your doctor and get refreshers for vaccines such as tetanus.

What should I pack for this adventure?


You can see our detailed summer packing list here.

Since this is a trip that has a lot of inbuilt walking tours, comfortable walking shoes are a must. Summertime in Catalonia can be warm so light linen clothes, flowing dresses and a hat are welcome; sunscreen a must. We recommend bringing a light cardigan for the evenings and a swimming suit as there are lots of opportunities to enjoy the beach or hotel’s swimming pools.

What happens if I get sick?


The prospect of getting sick while alone in a foreign country is daunting, and this is why we require all our guests have comprehensive travel and medical insurance that includes international evacuation. Should you fall sick, we will escort you to the nearest medical facility so you can get the help you need.

What travel and medical insurance should I get?


While the cost of medical healthcare in Spain is really affordable, travel and medical insurance is mandatory to come on our trips and we recommend you get the most comprehensive coverage that includes international evacuation. We recommend checking with an aggregator such as Travel Insurance Master to compare quotes and coverages.

Can I make various instalments for this trip?


Our payment plan includes 2 instalments: a 30% payment to secure your spot, and the remaining 70% payment 90 days before the trip. You can make any partial payment between the 30% and the 70%.

Can I pay by credit card?


Yes payments can be made by credit card or by wire transfer.