We will take the motorway and after 1h15m we will be at Lloret de Mar, the main touristic village of Costa Brava.
We will have free time to explore this colorful and dynamic village with strong personality.
We will also be able to admire architectural jewels of great value such as Saint Roma church, with an exquisite modernism style, and inside the church, a 16th century altarpiece which is still so well preserved.
At approximately 11:30am we will go on board DOFIJETS, which will lead us to the neighboring village of Tossa de Mar. During the sailing trip we will be able to enjoy the unique and characteristic landscape of Costa Brava: a procession of different huge cliffs which have been shaped in fanciful forms over the centuries by the strength of sea and wind.
At about 12:30pm we will get to the emblematic village of Tossa de Mar, considered “the pearl of Costa Brava” because in this small area we can find all those landscape and historic elements which have given it such well-deserved fame.
History has left his footprints: its emblematic fortified Vila Vella or Old Town of Tossa was listed as an artistic-historic monument in 1931 as it is the unique remaining fortified medieval town on the Catalan coast.
Outside its walls, we can find the traditional fishing neighborhood, known as Sa Roqueta.
Once we arrive in Tossa de Mar, we will begin a walking tour from the beach, following the fortified perimeter up to the lighthouse on the top. Over there, you will appreciate stunning views from the coastline. When descending, we will go through the narrow streets and stony houses of Vila Vella until we get to the fishing district. From there on, you will have free time to have lunch. This village has the greatest gastronomic offer from all Costa Brava.
At 4:00pm the tour will be finished and we will go back to Barcelona by bus where we will arrive at about 5:30pm.
In Lloret de Mar, visitors can admire the architectural beauty of Saint Roma church. This church showcases an exquisite modernism style and houses a remarkably well-preserved 16th-century altarpiece. The village itself offers a colorful and dynamic atmosphere, reflecting its strong personality as a main touristic hub of Costa Brava.
The boat trip aboard DOFIJETS offers a distinctive perspective of Costa Brava's rugged coastline. As you sail from Lloret de Mar to Tossa de Mar, you'll witness a stunning procession of huge cliffs, uniquely shaped over centuries by the sea and wind. This experience provides an intimate view of the characteristic landscape that defines the region.
Tossa de Mar is renowned as 'the pearl of Costa Brava' due to its concentrated blend of scenic beauty and rich history. Its fortified Vila Vella, or Old Town, is particularly significant as the only remaining fortified medieval town on the Catalan coast, listed as an artistic-historic monument in 1931. This area, along with the traditional fishing neighborhood of Sa Roqueta, embodies the region's enduring heritage.
This tour comprehensively showcases Costa Brava's essence by visiting two contrasting yet complementary villages: Lloret de Mar and Tossa de Mar. From Lloret's vibrant atmosphere and modernista architecture to Tossa's historic fortified Old Town and stunning coastal views, the tour provides a complete understanding of the region's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage in just one day.
From the lighthouse in Tossa de Mar, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the coastline. This vantage point offers expansive vistas of the Mediterranean Sea, the rugged cliffs, and the charming fortified Old Town (Vila Vella) below, providing picturesque opportunities to appreciate the unique landscape of Costa Brava.
The tour allocates dedicated time for exploring both villages. In Lloret de Mar, you will have free time to explore the village and its architectural sites before the boat trip. Upon arrival in Tossa de Mar around 12:30 pm, you will participate in a guided walking tour, followed by ample free time until 4:00 pm to enjoy lunch and independently discover the historic Old Town and fishing district.
Yes, the tour provides all necessary transportation from Barcelona to the Costa Brava villages. You will travel by bus to Lloret de Mar. A DOFIJETS boat trip connects Lloret de Mar to Tossa de Mar, offering unique coastal views. The return journey to Barcelona is also by bus, ensuring seamless travel throughout the day.
Costa Brava offers a unique coastal experience with its blend of vibrant modernism and rich medieval history. Travelers from Barcelona can enjoy picturesque boat trips past dramatic cliffs, explore charming fishing neighborhoods, and discover fortified medieval towns like Tossa de Mar's Vila Vella, the only one on the Catalan coast. It provides a diverse and historically rich escape.