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Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Cross the border into Spain, reaching our hotel on the Costa Brava in time for dinner.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Today we visit Girona, a compact and charming city located halfway between the sea and mountains. There is plenty to see during our day out here, from discovering the grandiose Gothic cathedral to exploring the beautifully-preserved Jewish quarter.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Christmas Day is a lovely day of leisure and celebration in the resort, where we make the most of our hotel’s entertainment and plentiful food.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
We enjoy a relaxing excursion to Besalú, a beautiful example of a medieval town, before continuing onward to the quaint winding cobblestones of Pals where many of its ancient buildings are still standing.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Join us for an optional excursion to Barcelona. We discover the highlights of this vibrant, beachside city with our guided city tour including the bustling streets of the Ramblas, the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia cathedral and the area built for the 1992 Olympics.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.
Christmas on the Costa Brava – All inclusive
Continue on to Calais for our return ferry home.
Besalú Bridge & Pals Hilltop Village
On day 5, set out through the Empordà countryside to Besalú’s 12th-century Romanesque bridge spanning the Fluvià River. Pause for photos and reflection beneath its fortified gate, then meander stone-paved lanes to the square where arcades shelter cafés. Learn about the town’s medieval Jewish mikveh and the craftsmanship that shaped its robust Romanesque churches.
Continue to Pals, a honey-colored hilltop village crowned by the Torre de les Hores. Navigate narrow arches and cobbles to a viewpoint where you can soak in the coastal panoramas, from rice paddies to the Medes Islands. This gentle day balances history and scenery, with time to sip a cortado or browse ceramics that reflect Empordà’s artisan traditions.
Christmas Day Leisure & Festive Celebrations on the Costa Brava
On day 4 — Christmas Day — enjoy a restful day at the resort. Start slow with a seaside stroll to soak in the lakeside atmosphere of the Mediterranean, then return for generous buffet dining and the hotel’s festive entertainment. The pace is yours: read by the lounge windows, chat with fellow travellers, or step out for a breezy promenade as the afternoon light gilds the shoreline.
Learn about Catalan customs such as the playful Tió de Nadal and seasonal treats like turrón nougat, often accompanied by a cava toast. The day is about warmth and conviviality, letting you enjoy a free afternoon and evening together while the kitchen serves traditional fare and the music sets a celebratory tone.
Evening Entertainment at the Hotel
Across days 3–6, unwind after sightseeing with live evening entertainment at the hotel. Expect easygoing music sessions, informal dance sets and lighthearted quizzes where you can meet fellow travellers. With the bar serving selected local drinks, it’s a relaxed way to round off each day and compare highlights from Girona, Besalú and Pals.
These convivial evenings reflect the Costa Brava’s welcoming hospitality. Step onto the dance floor if the mood takes you, or simply settle into a lounge chair and enjoy the unhurried Mediterranean rhythm. Performances vary by night, but the atmosphere is consistently friendly and unpretentious.
Barcelona Panoramic & Gothic Quarter Tour
On day 6, travel to Catalonia’s capital for an optional outing and join a guided panoramic tour of Barcelona. Stroll the tree-lined La Rambla and the lanes of the Gothic Quarter, then pause to admire the soaring spires and sculpted facades of the Basílica de la Sagrada Família. Continue to Montjuïc and the 1992 Olympic Ring for city-wide views before tracing elegant Passeig de Gràcia past Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces.
From Roman Barcino to a hub of Catalan Modernisme, Barcelona layers history with creative energy. Your guide shares the stories behind the landmarks while you enjoy a free afternoon to browse boutiques or sample tapas. This experience is at additional cost (£29pp) and bookable on tour.
Girona Old Town, Cathedral Quarter & El Call
On day 3, travel inland to compact Girona and join a guided exploration of its storybook lanes flanking the Onyar River. Cross the iron lattice of the Pont de les Peixateries Velles and pause by the grand staircase of the Girona Cathedral, learning why its nave is the widest in Gothic architecture. Wander the labyrinthine alleys of the El Call Jewish quarter and trace the line of the medieval city walls for sweeping views of rooftops and distant Pyrenean foothills.
Hear how Girona evolved from Roman Gerunda to a fortified medieval center, with 12th-century Arab Baths and centuries of Jewish heritage shaping its character. There’s time to enjoy a free hour for coffee in Placa de la Independència or browsing local boutiques before returning to the coast.
