Little Boats of Catalonia

Little Boats of Catalonia

A regional capital packed with architectural treasures. Pretty, white-washed towns nestled between bright blue sea and lush green mountains. There’s a lot to draw you to Catalonia, and lots to draw you back. On our Catalonia tours we'll base ourselves in the relaxed beach town of Roses. Enjoying several boat rides, we explore this fiercely proud region of Spain, including peaceful Lake Banyoles and beautiful Besalú. And since it’s so close, we hop over the border to France to cruise the impressively engineered Canal du Midi.

What's Included

• 7 nights in hotels
• 15 meals - 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners
• Nationwide return chauffeur service
• 4 excursions & visits
• International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways or easyJet from London Heathrow or Gatwick
• Titan tour manager
• 3.5 days free time
• Portable audio
• Porterage

Excursions:

• Boat cruise to Cadaqués for guided tour
• Cruise on the Canal du Midi in Béziers
• Guided cruise on Empuriabrava Canal
• Guided tour of Besalú

Day 1: UK - Barcelona - Roses

Titan Travel's nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Barcelona. On arrival you'll transfer to Roses on the Costa Brava.

Days 2: Cadaqués

Start the day with a relaxing cruise along the coast to Cadaqués. Our journey takes us alongside spectacular cliffs speckled with caves and vegetation. Enjoy a tour of this small, white-chalked fishing town, flanked by mountains. Many artists have been drawn here by its bohemian chic and wonderful landscape, including Dali, Picasso and Henri Matisse. The town is now an art lover’s paradise, with streets filled by art galleries and workshops. Spend some time at leisure in the town browsing the beautiful galleries or wander through the cobbled streets. Maybe walk up to the 16th-century Church of Santa María, with an impressive baroque altar and wonderful views over the rooftops of the town towards the sea. Return to Roses for an afternoon at leisure.

Day 3: Canal du Midi, Béziers

France is little more than 30 miles from our base in Roses, so today you'll take this opportunity to cross the border and continue to Béziers for a boat ride along the popular Canal du Midi - a major engineering achievement at the time of its creation during the French Revolution. As you enjoy lunch on board, sit back with a glass of local wine and take in the views of medieval bridges, delightful villages and lovely countryside.

Today includes… Excursions & visits: Cruise on the Canal du Midi in Béziers

Day 4: Roses

Enjoy a day at leisure in this lovely seaside town. Maybe wander through the historic centre or take a walk along the promenade to enjoy the fresh sea air.

Day 5: Besalú - Banyoles - Empuriabrava Canal

Spend today exploring historic Catalonia with a guide. In the morning you'll have a guided visit of exceptionally beautiful Besalú, a town with a fascinating Jewish heritage. Immerse yourself in the character of this medieval gem as we explore the narrow, cobbled streets, old stone façades and the impressive, fortified bridge. Your next stop is Banyoles, a town full of history and culture best known for its lakeside location. After time to purchase and enjoy lunch, you'll head to the Empuriabrava Canal, where you'll take a gentle boat trip to appreciate this beautiful spot.

Today includes… Excursions & visits: Guided tour of Besalú (morning) Guided cruise on Empuriabrava Canal (afternoon)

Day 6: Roses

Today is free to explore. Or maybe choose an optional excursion to L’Estartit, to board an underwater Nautilus boat and sail through the Medes Islands Nature Reserve and along the Montgri Massif Coast to Roca Foradada. Be amazed as you view the seabed from the ship’s large, submerged windows. In the afternoon you’ll visit the quaint medieval town of Pals.

Day 7: Roses

Spend your last day in Roses at your leisure. Perhaps find a boat to take you to one of the many quiet coves along the coast.

Day 8: Roses - Barcelona - UK

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.