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The Costa Brava is one of the top destinations in Spain, where the radiant ocean meets sandy beaches and charming fishing villages welcome tourists from all over the globe. Discover the northern reaches of this idyllic stretch on the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour!

This walking adventure begins in Llançà and covers plenty of ground to your endpoint in Sant Pere Pescador. Explore the Cap de Creus natural park, where an iconic lighthouse adorns a high cliff. Pass castles and monasteries dating back many years, meet flocks of seabirds, and roam between the Mediterranean coast and the foothills of the Pyrenees. With unique stops like Salvador Dali’s house and accommodations picked in towns that truly showcase the hospitality of the Catalan people. With a sea breeze on your face and the warm Spanish sun following you, the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour is one you won’t want to end. And if you don’t, combine it with the Walking the Southern Costa Brava tour!

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Walking the Northern Costa Brava

Walk the northern portion of the legendary Costa Brava
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7 days from $895USD
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Duration
7 days
Season
Mar-Nov
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels
Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
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The Costa Brava is one of the top destinations in Spain, where the radiant ocean meets sandy beaches and charming fishing villages welcome tourists from all over the globe. Discover the northern reaches of this idyllic stretch on the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour!

This walking adventure begins in Llançà and covers plenty of ground to your endpoint in Sant Pere Pescador. Explore the Cap de Creus natural park, where an iconic lighthouse adorns a high cliff. Pass castles and monasteries dating back many years, meet flocks of seabirds, and roam between the Mediterranean coast and the foothills of the Pyrenees. With unique stops like Salvador Dali’s house and accommodations picked in towns that truly showcase the hospitality of the Catalan people. With a sea breeze on your face and the warm Spanish sun following you, the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour is one you won’t want to end. And if you don’t, combine it with the Walking the Southern Costa Brava tour!

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Trip highlights

Stroll along some of the Costa Brava’s top beaches, where travellers from all over the world come to relax.

Watch the landscapes and scenery change before your eyes, from forest to mountains to lunar rocky earth.

Visit monasteries, ruins, nature reserves, and even Salvador Dali’s house.

Enjoy the charm of seaside villages and local hospitality as you unwind each evening.

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Day 1
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Welcome Meeting in Llançà
Get ready for the week ahead with a welcome meeting in Llançà. This is your chance to prepare, ask questions, collect your information, and go over the route with a tour representative. Depending on your arrival time, this meeting can also be run tomorrow morning. Ready to go, you’ll spend the evening enjoying Llançà at your leisure.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Llançà
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Portbou to Llançà
Transfer from Llançà to Portbou where you will start our itinerary. You will take the GR92 of the Mediterranean, a fantastic itinerary that goes through Catalonia towards Valencia, sometimes along the coast and sometimes by the mountains with views of the sea. Walking through vineyards with spectacular views over the sea, we walk southwards towards the village of Colera. We continue our way towards the touristic village of Llança along the beach of Garbet Beach and Cape Ras.
Distance 15km
Overnight Location Hotel in Llançà
Included Meals Breakfast
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Onwards to Port de la Selva
After breakfast, start walking towards the Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery. This monastery was built in 878, and it’s still splendid today. Continue to the San Salvador de Verdera Castle, a jaw-dropping hilltop castle ruin, before dipping down through a natural park to your hotel.
Distance 13km
Overnight Location Hotel in Port de la Selva
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 4
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Cap de Creus Park and the Pyrenees
Begin the day with a transfer from Port de la Selva to the Cap de Creus lighthouse, one of the most iconic sights in Cap de Creus Natural Park. This is where the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea meet one another, and it’s a spectacular place to be. Continue along the park’s moonlike landscapes, surrounded by old stone walls as you go. You’ll pass Salvador Dali’s house, where you can stop in for a peek, before finishing today’s adventure in Cadaqués. You can take an optional transfer to Tudela Natural Area to extend your walk if you’d like.
Distance 10km or 23km
Overnight Location Guesthouse in Cadaqués
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 5
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Caves, Beaches, and Roses
Today’s walk will be one of wild contrasts as you cover ground in the southern part of Cap de Creus, heading towards Cala Montjoi. This is a perfect spot to stop for lunch, enjoying some sun while you dig into paella or Spanish prawns. Continue along beaches popular with visitors and seaside caves on the way to Roses.
Distance 20km
Overnight Location Hotel in Roses
Included Meals Breakfast
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Trek to Sant Pere Pescador
After breakfast and your morning coffee, start towards Empuriabrava. This stretch of shoreline is one of the oldest tourist destinations along the Costa Brava, and it’s marked by a network of canals up to 30km in length. After enjoying this spot, continue on to an ecologically diverse area with lots of migratory birds to spot. You’re nearly in Sant Pere Pescador, your destination for the night.
Distance 21km
Overnight Location Hotel in Sant Pere Pescador
Included Meals Breakfast
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Tour Concludes
Congratulations! Your walking adventure of the northern Costa Brava is complete, and you’ll head to the airport to depart. There is a complimentary tour that takes you through the southern Costa Brava, so check that one out to continue your adventure!
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.

2025 Departures
The departures are available between March 1st and November 1st.

  • Solo traveller: from $1,375USD*
  • Single room (travelling with group): from $1,195USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $895USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.

What’s included

Meals

6 breakfasts are included. If you book the half-board option, 6 dinners are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour. Airport transfers are not included but can be added as a supplement. Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary are included.

Also Included

  • Detailed trip notes, GPS, maps, and guidebooks
  • Luggage transfers each day
  • Welcome meeting

Not included

  • Flights
  • Guide services
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional excursions
  • Visas if required
  • Anything not mentioned as included

Optional Extras

  • Optional activities or excursions
  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Half-board upgrade

Accommodation for Walking the Northern Costa Brava

This tour is based in hotels. The hotels offer daily breakfast and comfortable rooms and are 2-3-star. You can upgrade your hotels to 3-4-star for 180 EUR per person based on double occupancy.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. If you prefer a single room where possible, you can pay a supplement. Solo travellers will be required to pay a supplement in addition to the applicable single room supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. You’ll be walking long distances of up to 24km each day, sometimes taking on steeper routes and climbs. Fit walkers will be able to get the most out of this tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Spain?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour?

6 breakfasts are included. If you book the half-board option, 6 dinners are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Llançà to start this tour?

You can fly into Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and take the RENFE train at T2B to Estació de Sants. Then, take the train R11 to Portbou and stop at Llançà station. Alternatively, you can book a private transfer as a supplement.

Is the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour guided?

No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour. Self-guided tours offer great flexibility in your day-to-day, but you should be comfortable with more independence than you’d have on a guided tour.

Where does the Walking the Northern Costa Brava tour end?

The tour ends in Sant Pere Pescador. You can take the bus or train back to the airport or book a private transfer as a supplement.

How can I book the southern extension to this tour?

The Walking the Northern Costa Brava Tour and the Walking the Southern Costa Brava tour are complimentary, with the southern tour picking up where the northern tour leaves off. If you’d like to book both, just let us know!

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Spain?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Spain?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Spain for this tour?

The best time to visit Spain for this tour is between May and late September when the weather tends to be warm. July and August departures are available by request only.

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