Top Barcelona Rail Tours

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees Spain on this hiking day trip from Barcelona, with an experienced guide. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, and ride a rack railway to the gorgeous Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a jewel-like lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy time to follow the hiking trails, go horse riding or boating, or visit a traditional restaurant. Numbers are limited on this small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

Board a cog train and journey to a monastery hidden among the peaks of Catalonia's Montserrat mountain. This private guided tour offers a more personalized experience than is typical. Visit the Church of Santa Maria de Montserrat where you see 'La Moreneta,' also known as the 'Black Madonna', and hear the Children’s Choir of Montserrat, before hiking to a scenic viewpoint.

Feast your senses on the multi-sensory magnificence of a multimedia event within Gaudi’s La Pedrera. Immerse yourself in the unique majesty of an experience known as the 'La Pedrera Night Experience' and meander through the iconic landmark until you reach the rooftop, upon which a mesmerizing display of projections transform the architectural features into surreal and spectacular objects. Conclude your hypnotic evening with a chilled glass of cava as you admire the glittering lights of the city by night.

Visit the Santa María de Montserrat Abbey on this private tour of Montserrat. You’ll travel with a personal guide by train from Barcelona, then ascend by rack railway or cable car to the mountaintop Benedictine monastery. Listen to the lilting voices of L’Escolania de Montserrat, a renowned boys’ choir, and see the famed Black Virgin (La Moreneta). Hotel pickup is included on this 7-hour tour, with drop-off at Plaza de España in Barcelona.

The mountaintop monastery of Montserrat is one of Barcelona’s most popular day trip destinations and this private tour means you can explore at your own pace. Travel to Montserrat by train, then ride the Montserrat cable car—the quickest and most exciting way to scale the mountain. Your private guide will accompany you the whole way and you can take in all the highlights including Santa Maria de Montserrat, the Holy Cave, and the Sant Miguel viewpoint.

Spend a day in Montserrat ahiking the mountainous terrain and exploring religious shrines. Start with a visit to Santa Maria de Montserrat, a Benedictine abbey featuring a statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta) in the 16th-century basilica. Then ride the funicular and gain 1,476 feet (450 meters) in elevation, with the option to climb to one of the most iconic peaks. Instead of riding the funicular back down, enjoy a hike through the mountains. Lunch and round-trip transport are provided from Barcelona on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Let a private chauffeur transport you by luxury vehicle to Montserrat from Barcelona. You’ll be accompanied by a personal guide for a 3-hour tour of the Santa María de Montserrat Abbey. Get to know the famed monastery and learn about the significance of this religious landmark, considered one of Spain’s foremost pilgrimage sites. Upgrade your tour to a full-day itinerary with a winery or cava (Catalan sparkling wine) tour and tasting. 

Savor the acclaimed cava (sparkling wine) and chocolate of Catalonia on a tour of a winery and chocolate factory. Traveling outside of Barcelona to the wine country hub of Sant Sadurni provides an authentic winery experience that you can’t get in the city. Throughout the full-day excursion, chocolate and wine enthusiasts can tour facilities while learning about the processes and traditions.

Explore Girona’s medieval architecture and historic neighborhoods on a full-day trip from Barcelona, with a private, guided walking tour. Enjoy hotel transfer and transport by high-speed train, then set out of foot to discover the city. Learn about Girona’s diverse heritage as you walk through a vibrant Jewish district, then take in the soaring lines of the city’s Gothic cathedral. See 1st-century fortifications and religious landmarks, a historic basilisk and the broad Plaza de la Independecia, and enjoy a drink and tapas at a local restaurant before returning to Barcelona.

Make the most of your time in Barcelona with a tour that takes in the best of the city and Montserrat's rocky peaks. Travel the glamorous Paseo de Gracia and spot Gaudí’s iconic buildings, then see the landmarks along the Mediterranean coast, the Olympic Village, and La Rambla. Leave the city limits for the rugged scenery of Montserrat and enjoy unobstructed views from a mountainside cogwheel railway. Visit a Royal Basilica and Benedict sanctuary then taste local liquor made by monks before returning to Barcelona.

The tour takes you to one of the oldest cities in Spain where Roman built the capital of the province Hispania. We'll find an impressive amphitheater and we'll visit the circus, which in Roman times was used for popular games and competitions. Later we'll discover the past of the town strolling around the charmy historical district. We'll also lead to the Gotic Cathedral and will visit its magnificient interior. Finally we'll have a nice lunch and stroll on the fishermen district by the old harbour. We'll reach Tarragona by train, which is about 1h15-20 from Barcelona, and will come back also by train.

The mountaintop monastery of Montserrat is one of Barcelona’s most popular day trip destinations and this private tour is tailor-made for families. Travel to Montserrat by train, then ride the Montserrat cable car—the quickest and most exciting way to scale the mountain. Your private guide will accompany you the whole way, providing a fun and entertaining commentary, with games, ice cream tasting, and interactive activities to keep the kids engaged.

Please before booking send us a message if you're traveling solo! The aim is to offer you a new perspective on the city, something you wouldn't be able to do on your own or with organized tours. It will be a pleasant walk through the Collserola Park (largest city park in the world) that will lead us gently to the highest point of Barcelona, Tibidabo 512 meters above sea level. Along the path we will always be surrounded by nature, its sounds and scents and we will have a fantastic and unique perspective of the city from above. After half an hour by train we will find ourselves in a completely different landscape. We'll have Barcelona at our feet.From this perspective we could get a new idea of the structure of Barcelona and the correct location of all its most important attractions. Once at the top we can relax and hydrate properly before starting the descent that will lead us to the famous Carretera de les Aigües and to the train stop that will take us back to Plaza Catalunya.

Eco-friendly Montserrat hiking, from Barcelona, is a unique experience and a different way to admire the landscape of this special mountain. You’ll experience Montserrat as never before. With this Eco-friendly transfer, by railway from Barcelona, you’ll diminish your ecological footprint with zero CO2 emissions and help minimize traffic congestion.

Enjoy a day trip out of town and visit the picturesque Monastery of Montserrat situated in an iconic mountain. We will take care of the whole logistics so lay back and join us! Believing in the most sustainable means of transportation we will take the train to Montserrat where we go up the mountain using the historic cable car. You will learn about the Benedictine monastery with its more than 1000 years of history and also listen to the world famous Boys´ Choir that has been existing for more than 500 years and is one of the oldest in Europe! We will also go up to the top using the funicular and enjoy great panoramic photo moments before walking back down to the monastery. Before returning to Barcelona we will also walk to a truly amazing spot: a chapel in the mountain! So join us on this fascinating trip to the monastery on the iconic mountain!

Visit the beach town of Sitges, just 40 minutes from Barcelona, on a private tour by train. When you arrive, you'll explore on foot with a guide to see the Promenade and other sights. This tour allows you to skip the stress of finding your own way from Barcelona to Sitges so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned tour.

Enjoy a private full day tour to Montserrat Mountain ! Travel by train from Barcelona with your private licensed guide to the town of Monistrol, located at the bottom of the mountain. Then ascend by cable car to the mountain top. You will be able to visit the medieval monastery of Montserrat, dating from the 11th century, visiting its main buildings such as the Basilica of Montserrat, in which we can see the most worshipped virgin of Catalonia - The Black Madonna. •Private tour to Montserrat Mountain with a licensed tour guide. •Enjoy a typical breakfast including coffee and a locally made pastries. •Train tickets to Montserrat are included in the tour. •Enjoy the Montserrat cable car experience. •Lunch at the monastery restaurant. •Hotel pickup is included, with drop-off at Plaza de España in Barcelona.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs and take in some epic views, head to the rocky range of Montserrat. It’s part of the pre-coastal range in the area, and is conveniently close to Barcelona. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with offbeat sightseeing, visitng local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich Spanish culture.

The medieval walled town of Montblanc has several attractions worth visiting as part of a day trip. There are also several Gothic and Romanesque monuments to see throughout the town. This town is also a part of a bigger exploration of the Cistercian Route — UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with offbeat sightseeing, visitng local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich Spanish culture.

Climbing our via ferrata is an exhilarating way to discover the natural beauty of Catalonia. Experience the adrenaline rush of climbing a via ferrata on this unique tour with your own highly skilled local guide. A via ferrata is a protected climbing route, basically, a modern via ferrata is a steel cable which runs along the route and is periodically fixed to the rock. With the aid of a via ferrata kit, climbers can secure themselves to the safety cable, limiting any fall. The cable can also be used as aid to climbing, and additional climbing aids, such as iron rungs, pegs, carved steps and even ladders and bridges are often provided.

Tick off some of Europe’s most famous capital cities with our 2 week Group Tour! Travel by train along this popular route: London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice. You’ll be travelling with other like minded travelers in a small group of up to 20 people as well as your dedicated tour leader. You’ll have two to three nights in each location, with plenty of time to explore historic sights, beaches, nightlife and more. We include unmissable activities in the price – whether it’s a gondola ride, entry to must-see cultural attractions, or a sunset view from a vantage point in the city, we’ve got something for everyone.

Indulge yourself in a taylored tour, including a private car or using Barcelona public transport. As a taylored tour, we'll design the tour together to include the sites you prefer. Either histprical Gotic Quarter, Medieval Jewish neighborhood, Rambla street; or Picasso museum, the modern arty district and trendy art galleries; or FCB stadium, Camp Nou, Olimpic stadiums, Montjuic hill...

Escape the city life of beautiful Barcelona and enjoy a private day trip to must-see Montserrat with a local Architect ! Visit the nearby local farmer's amazing markets, find the holy tales about the religious community (Monastery), and appreciate the enchanted air & atmosphere between the mountains! - Enjoy a day from the bustling city of Barcelona - Enjoy a train ride through awesome landscapes of Catanuniya - Stop at an amazing viewpoint and feel the beautiful surroundings. - Visit the neighborhood local farmers market. - 100% customized to your request. - Private visit: just you and your local guide Check out the typical tour plan below to see what you'll get up to with your private guide. Fully personalized to your request. ⟶ Catch the train to Montserrat and enjoy the beautiful Catalan landscape ⟶ Cable car ride ⟶ The local market of Montserrat ⟶ Sant Miguel's viewpoint ⟶ Visit the Santa Maria de Montserrat church and learn all about the patron saint of Catalonia ⟶ Final Stop

Cava & Chocolate – the perfect combination for your senses and a tradition here in Catalonia! Join us on this exclusive Cava & Chocolate experience in the picturesque town of Sant Sadurni – just 40 minutes away from Barcelona in the middle of the wine country of Penedés. We will visit a small traditional, family run Cava winery and learn about the production of this special sparkling wine that is so inherent to the region. After the tour on their premises we will sit down in the beautiful courtyard and taste several organic, premium Cava´s. Afterwards it is possible to have a delicious four course lunch menu in the best restaurant in the center of Sant Sadurni. In the afternoon we will visit the local chocolate factory and learn more about their 140 years of skills in making fine chocolates. We finish this experience with a stroll through the narrow streets of Sant Sadurni before returning back to Barcelona by train.