EXCURSIONES EN TIERRA

Enjoy extra time to unwind and savor the ship at your own pace – no rushing, no waiting at the airport, just more time to relax and soak in the experience.

• Relaxed, stress-free departure.
• Enjoy the ship at your own pace with leisurely lunch and extra time onboard.
• Complete with the added convenience of included shuttle transfer to airport.

Drive along the elegant Passeig de Gracia with its wrought-iron street lamps and fine array of Modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s Casa Mila, with its arches and spiral chimneys. It is known locally as “the stone quarry,” because of its wavy facade of rough stone. Originally designed as an apartment building, it now houses a cultural center. Stop for a photo of Gaudi’s controversial and towering masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia (The Holy Family) Church. Begun in 1883, it is still unfinished. A panoramic drive takes you through the memorial Arch of Triumph and Ciutadella Park, home to State of Catalona’s parliament, museums and a monumental fountain designed by a student of Gaudi. You’ll also enjoy spectacular views of the harbor and the Olympic Stadium from the top of Montjuic. Last but not least, stroll at your leisure the narrow streets and handsome squares of the old Quarter, lined with medieval buildings contemporary shops, bohemian artist workshops and cool bars and restaurants.

Enjoy extra time to unwind and savor the ship at your own pace – no rushing, no waiting at the airport, just more time to relax and soak in the experience.

• Relaxed, stress-free departure.
• Enjoy the ship at your own pace with leisurely lunch and extra time onboard.
• Complete with the added convenience of included shuttle transfer to airport.

Depart from pier and enjoy Barcelona from the comfort of a motor coach, your immersion into Barcelona's history will be immediate with a pass by the Columbus Monument and the Old Port. Next, drive along the elegant Passeig de Gracia with its wrought-iron street lamps and fine array of Modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s Casa Mila, with its arches and spiral chimneys. It is known locally as “the stone quarry,” because of its wavy facade of rough stone. Originally designed as an apartment building, it now houses a cultural center. A panoramic drive takes you by the memorial Arch of Triumph and Ciutadella Park, home to State of Catalona’s parliament, museums and a monumental fountain designed by a student of Gaudi. You’ll also enjoy spectacular views of the harbor and the Olympic Stadium from the top of Montjuic prior to the drive to the airport.

Grab a selfie stick and strike a pose! Use the QR code to unlock Barcelona-themed frames and turn your photo into a fun digital postcard—perfect for sharing the moment instantly with friends and family. Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfie photo in Barcelona! Instantly share your experience with family & friends on your favorite social media site as some of the stops might include wi-fi. Your accompanying guide will help you choose the spot to take the best selfie photo including composition, posing, lighting, etc. Capture the spirit of this incredible destination. Your tour begins with a scenic drive to the Triumphal arch. You will have designated selfie stops at:

• Triumphal arch
• La Sagrada Familia
• Paseo de Gracia – Gaudi´s Houses

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Begin your tour with the view from the top, as you head to Montjuic hill for a panoramic view of Barcelona. Stop at a vintage point to enjoy spectacular views of the city and its main highlights. Drive along the elegant Passeig de Gracia with its wrought-iron street lamps and fine array of Modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s Casa Batllo, with a mosaic façade and undulating roof. It is about an hour’s drive to Montserrat, an unusual multi-peak mountain topped by pinnacles that look like fingers reaching for the sky and offering stunning views of Catalunya. According to legend, villagers discovered a statue of the Madonna in a grotto a millennia ago. As a result, it became a pilgrimage site, and still draws many of the faithful to venerate the image, which now resides in a grand basilica. Over the centuries the image has darkened by the smoke of millions of candles and she has come to be known as the Black Virgin. You’ll visit the basilica, and have free time to shop and have lunch on your own.

Enjoy an enlightening panoramic drive around Barcelona as a prelude to a hands-on cooking class, after which you will dine on the paella that you have prepared. You will see some of Barcelona’s most iconic architecture, including two UNESCO World Heritage sites that famed Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed. One is his La Sagrada Familia, a masterpiece church begun more 130 years ago that is still unfinished. The other is Gaudi’s imaginative Casa Batllo, a whimsical residence with undulated balconies and a façade covered with mosaics inspired by nature. Upon reaching the Paella Club, you will be treated to an immersive culinary experience during which you will learn the foundations of Spanish cuisine and how to make authentic paella. Your host chef will show you exactly how to prepare the dish and different versions of it at your workstation. The cooking class will culminate by dining on the paellas, perhaps the most well-known dish in Spain.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• See Barcelona’s architectural treasures, including two UNESCO World Heritage sites. • Learn to prepare authentic paella in a hands-on cooking class at the Paella Club. • Dine on the paella and the different versions of it that you just made in class.

HELPFUL HINTS:
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing. • Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Experience Barcelona’s diverse architectural heritage. You’ll become well acquainted with Antoni Gaudi, Barcelona’s celebrity architect – his unmistakable style with its organic shapes, twisted iron sculptures and colored tiles is hard to miss. Begun in 1883, it remains unfinished to this day. Enjoy an inside visit at his towering masterpiece, la Sagrada Family (The Holy Family). Drive along the elegant Passeig de Gracia with its wrought-iron street lamps and fine array of Modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s Casa Batllo, with a mosaic façade and undulating roof. You´ll wander through the “Poble Espanyol”, an open-air architectural museum, which was built for the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition. It consists of 117 full-scale buildings, which are replicas of the most characteristic buildings from all over Spain. It also contains restaurants, artisan workshops and shops offering quality souvenirs. You will have some free time to enjoy lunch at your own expense. Before returning to the pier, you will take a scenic drive through Montjuïc Mountain, where you can admire its stunning views.

Make the most of your time in Barcelona by visiting the top-rated attractions without worrying about how to get to them or the cost. Your Attraction Pass includes transportation and the entrance fees to the most popular destinations. Start your journey by taking a Walking Tour around Barcelona´s highlights to learn more about the city and experience the day-to-day first-hand. Discover Plaça Catalunya on your own, a large plaza embossed with sculptures and monumental buildings, continue exploring and choose to enter Casa Batlló or Casa Amatller, the façade of both building are beautiful with many hidden details inside! Visit other attractions such as the Casa Vicens Gaudí and Poble Espanyol that shows all of Spain's architectural history in one open air museum. The pass also entitles you to skip the line at the Sagrada Familia, so you won’t waste any time. You can spend about eight hours, exploring the destinations by the hand of your escort, and at the end you can explore on your own or board the double-decker to get panoramic views of the city.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Use the Attraction Pass to see Barcelona’s best attractions at no additional cost.
• Ride a double decker bus around town, stopping at the attractions included in our curated path.
• Stay as long as your escort suggested at each attraction to enhance your understanding of it.
• Return to the cruise ship with your group.

It is about an hour’s and a half drive to Montserrat, an unusual multi-peak mountain topped by pinnacles that look like fingers reaching for the sky offering stunning views of Catalunya. According to legend, villagers discovered a statue of the Madonna in a grotto a millennia ago. And as a result, it became a pilgrimage site, and still draws many of the faithful to venerate the image, which now resides in a grand basilica. Over the centuries the image has darkened by the smoke of millions of candles and she has come to be known as the Black Virgin. The Benedictine community, now numbering some 80 monks, has served the shrine for almost a thousand years. They are dedicated to a life of prayer, work and welcoming pilgrims. You’ll visit the sanctuary, and will have free time to explore on your own, visit the grotto, or take photos of the surrounding landscape. There are souvenir shops available, as well as food outlets.

OVERVIEW

Ride an electric bike on an inspiring tour of Barcelona with a special focus on the Catalan Modernist architecture that Antoni Gaudí designed. Traveling by e-bike couldn’t be easier because its battery-powered, whisper-quiet motor makes pedaling a breeze, allowing you to go farther with less effort. You will experience that firsthand by following the guide around Barcelona caravan-style. Although you will see an array of landmarks, most of them will be icons by the revered architect Gaudí. His most recognizable building is the Sagrada Familia church, which was started in 1882 and is slated to be completed in 2026, the centenary of the architect’s death. You will also likely pause at the highly sculptural Casa Milà – the last residence that Gaudí designed – and at Casa Batlló, a house known for its organic curves that mirror the sinuous shapes in plants and animals. During free time that follows, you can explore the area around the iconic Arc de Triomf.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Zip around Barcelona on an electric bike that enhances your pedaling power.
• Pause at particularly memorable attractions, especially ones designed by Antoni Gaudí.
• See icons such as the Sagrada Familia church, considered to be Gaudi’s masterpiece.
• Spend free time exploring the area around the Arc de Triomf on your own.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Meander through three markets full of ingredients that reflect the local cuisine and culture as the markets will be bustling with activity. La Boqueria is arguably Barcelona’s most famous market as it opened in 1840 and has flourished ever since. As you wander about the stalls laden with every type of fruit, vegetable and delicacy imaginable, you can’t help but be caught up in the vibrancy of the setting. The fresh ingredients on display are used in traditional Catalan cuisine as are many of the items that you will see while browsing Santa Caterina Market. Although similar in concept, this newer market is considered an architectural treasure, as it features a massive, multi-colored roof shaped like cresting waves. The Sant Antoni Market is a late 19th-century gem that has been thoroughly refurbished to more efficiently present the goods inside. As in the other markets, feel free to converse with the vendors, who may entice you with free samples and bring some local currency to fully enjoy a variety of small bites and take-home great memories from your adventure!

HIGHLIGHTS

• Browse the stalls in La Boqueria, an iconic market that opened in the mid-19th century.
• Peruse the array of fresh ingredients in the Sant Antoni Market, another 19th-century gem.
• Meander through Santa Caterina Market, a similar venue in a more modern building.
• Gain an understanding of the local cuisine by viewing the seemingly endless goods.
• Pay and sample fresh local goods to have a true market experience.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.