



Private Barcelona Shore Excursions and Day Trips Beyond The City: Refined Service, Respected Reputation
Barcelona Experience can turn your private shore excursion into the adventure of a lifetime. Our multi-national staff will take care of all the details in your custom-created itinerary so you have the freedom to enjoy the city.
- We’ll always get you back to the ship in time to savor the day’s memories.
- No long lines.
- No tourist traps.
- No needless worry.
- Just Barcelona at her best – street by street, hidden treasure by hidden treasure.
Experience the city, not just the sites...
Choose Your Own Adventure...Walking, Biking or Driving
Uncork a bottle of wine. Pedal past history, or pound the pavement. Relax in your own van with an attentive host. Savor a smooth cocktail, or slip into a pair of chic sandals. We treat you like one of our own as we work with you to create an adaptable, fulfilling private shore excursion.
- Enjoy discovering hidden plazas and quite streets during your Barcelona private walking tour.
Beautiful squares tucked away amid winding pathways and history around every corner; our seasoned guides share their first-hand knowledge of locations seldom met by tourists’ soles
- Private Barcelona car tours will take you anywhere in comfort and style.
From Tibidabo’s majestic silhouette to the magnificent sea, our dock-to-city driving tours immerse you in comfort, reliability and a comprehensive itinerary that we can help you choose.
- Private bike tours Barcelona: Small group sizes, first class quality bikes, personalized service...
High-quality, sturdy and compact, our two-wheeled tours send the Mediterranean breeze through your hair as we dive into the heart of the city’s fascinating collection of neighborhoods.
- Some of the gothic style to be seen among the rooftops in Girona.
Discover Girona´s Roman ruins, Dali’s Costa Brava home or the 1,000-year-old monastery at Montserrat all in the luxury of your own car in the company of an English-speaking host who knows and loves the Spanish region of Catalonia.
"What a fantastic time we had in Barcelona, thanks in large part to you and your great tour-guiding abilities! We enjoyed being with you so much and hated to leave."
Frequently Asked Questions
About Shore Excursions
Here you will find some of the answers to our most frequently asked questions about our privat shore excursions . Click on any of the headings below to reveal the questions.
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General FAQ´s About our shore excursions
Do you allow on-the-fly changes to an itinerary?
Yes, most of the time. We want you to have an experience that you won´t forget. We encourage nuanced changes to an itinerary. Spend more time in one place and less time in another, or just drop a stop altogether; you call the shots.
Are your sample itineraries flexible?
Yes. Our sample itineraries are like a rough draft. They give you an idea of what´s possible, and we then work with you to craft a schedule that meets your specific need.
Browse some of our private walking tours here.
Browse some of our private driving tours here.
Browse some of our private out of town excursions here.
Have any of your cruisers ever missed their boat?
Nope. Every single cruiser we´ve taken on a tour has made it back to their ship on time to brag about their shore excursion.
Who chooses the restaurants we eat at?
We don´t take you to places we haven´t eaten at ourselves. In some cases, we make reservations ahead of time because it´s the only way we can guarantee you a table. Other times, we offer you a list of suggestions and let you choose.
What if I get hurt and need medical assistance during our tour?
Should an emergency take place on one of tours, we´ll do everything we can to make sure you get the help you need as quickly as possible. We recommend that you purchase your own travel insurance before you arrive to Barcelona. We can help you choose a local company, or you can choose on your own.
Will my host or guide speak English?
Yes. In many cases, they are native speakers.
What kind of car do you use for your driving tours?
Our transportation can vary based on group size.
For groups of up to 7 people luxury vans such as the Mercedes Vito or similar are used.
They seat up to 9 people. A driver, a guide and up to 7 clients.
Groups of 8 or more people will require an appropriate size bus or mini bus.
What if I have more than 7 people in my group?
Groups that are 8 or more people will require a bus or mini bus to accommodate you.
What is your cancellation policy?
- Cancellations made 21 days or more from the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
- Cancellations made between 13 and 7 days from the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
- Cancellations, for any reason, made 6 days or less from the date of your tour will not receive a refund.
- Barcelona Experience is not responsible for cancellations that are out of our control. If you miss your connecting flight to Barcelona and consequently miss your scheduled tour, we follow the guidelines stated above.
- Any tickets that were purchased in advance are non refundable as they are date and time specific and can not be returned.
How do I contact you?
We are available by email and by phone.Click here to to to our “Contact Us” page.
How do you select the sites and locations I´m going to see?
We´ve explored the streets of Barcelona and beyond to gain first-hand knowledge of the sites to which we take you. Taking a tour with us isn´t a shot in the dark; we know the sites like the back of our hand.
Are you a licensed and insured company?
Yes. Barcelona Experience is a licensed and insured company that meets the standards and regulations of the regional and national government.
Will I need any special items for my shore excursion?
No, not anything outside of what you´d normally bring: identification, money and a wallet (preferably all three together).
Are you shore excursions suitable for children?
Most of our tours are adaptable for children. When families book with us, we try to incorporate into our tours one or two kid-focused stops. The more the merrier (no matter how young or how old)!
Do you offer services for clients with mobility restrictions?
Yes. Contact us to discuss your specific requests. We can arrange personal mobility devices like scooters, as well as vehicles to accommodate your particular needs.
Why isn´t lunch included in the cost of the tour?
To allow you the flexibility of choice and preference, the cost of your meals are not included in the cost of the tour.
Lunches typically cost between 15 and 50 euros per person. Your guide’s meal will be included in your lunch bill.
We pick or suggest only spots that we have eaten at, enjoy and frequent.
Can you help me get tickets to places that charge admission?
Yes. In fact, it is almost mandatory to let us purchase your tickets in advance for you.
Many sites sell out, and without advanced tickets, you will not be able to enter during the high season.
As these are non refundable or exchangeable, we will ask for a booking deposit to cover the cost of your tickets.