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Park Guell, Barcelona

Barcelona in the Serene Season ~ Art, Culture & People

December 03 - 11, 2026
Length: 9 days
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Experience the best of historic, cosmopolitan Barcelona on this 7-night sojourn. Wander medieval streets, view iconic architectural gems, appreciate Picasso masterpieces, and savor Spain’s tantalizing cuisine.

Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.

Operated by AHI Travel
From $4,745

before special savings,
not including airfare

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Tour Highlights

  • Bask in Barcelona’s renowned culture and architecture – with fewer crowds.
  • Stroll the medieval streets of Barcelona to explore the Gothic Quarter in depth.
  • Behold Antoni Gaudf’s architectural gems, La Sagrada Familia and Pare Guell.
  • Witness the artistic, art nouveau beauty of the campus of Hospital Sant Pau.
  • Immerse yourself in Picasso’s works at the renowned, eponymous museum.
  • Explore the atmospheric, cultural hub of Barcelona’s El Born neighborhood.
  • Savor a delicious Spanish tapas and wine tasting tour at three tapas bars.
  • Experience two UNESCO World Heritage sites.

If you are interested in more information about this trip, please click on the “Reserve Now” button to be taken to the AHI website.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Barcelona in the Serene Season | Dec. 3 – 11, 2026

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Aerial view of Barcelona showcasing the iconic Sagrada Família basilica surrounded by cityscape under a clear blue sky. Barcelona cityscape showcasing Sagrada Família basilica
Colorful mosaic and ornate brickwork of the Palau de la Música Catalana, under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Palau de la Musica Catalana, modernist concert hall in Barcelona
A vibrant Spanish paella with shrimp, mussels, and peas served in a black skillet, garnished with lemon wedges, on a textured blue background. Seafood paella
Close-up of intricately carved stone figures on Sagrada Familia, depicting individuals with animals and baskets and showcasing detailed craftsmanship. Sagrada de La Familia
Sunrise over Park Güell, Barcelona, showcasing vibrant mosaics and Gaudí's whimsical architecture against a city skyline.Güell, with a lush green base, surrounded by elegant stone steps and artistic designs. Park Guell, Barcelona
The Sagrada Família in Barcelona, featuring its towering spires and intricate architecture, bathed in golden sunlight against a blue sky. Sagrada Familia
An intricate mosaic ceiling design at Hospital de Sant Pau featuring circular patterns, vibrant colors, and decorative floral motifs. Ceiling of Hospital Sant Pau, Barcelona
A group of people in a Spanish cooking class toasting with wine glasses in a warmly lit kitchen, surrounded by cooking equipment and ingredients.
Balconies with plants and flowering bushes on the side of a residential building on Passatge Sert, a colorful alley in the El Born Ribera quarter of the historic old area of Barcelona, Spain. Passatge Sert, a colorful alley in the El Born Ribera quarter of Barcelona
Colorful mosaic lizard fountain at Park Güell, with a lush green base, surrounded by elegant stone steps and artistic designs. Mosaic at Parc Guell, Carmel Hill, Barcelona
Aerial view of Barcelona featuring the ornate Hospital de Sant Pau complex, with Sagrada Família and the city skyline in the background. Barcelona cityscape
Aerial view of Barcelona's Gothic Cathedral, featuring intricate spires and a bustling square filled with visitors below. Barcelona's Gothic Cathedral

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