Private Tour to Vall de Nuria with the Pyrenees Mountain Train

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About this activity

Your professional guide will pick you up at your hotel to begin a scenic journey from Barcelona to the Pyrenees. Along the way, you will pass through the Montseny Natural Park, a vast biosphere reserve, and the historic city of Vic, known for its Roman origins and medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. The route continues through Ripoll, home to a monastery founded in 879 and considered the birthplace of Catalonia.

You will then reach Queralbs, a picturesque stone village at 1,236 meters above sea level, with just over 100 residents. Here, you can admire Romanesque churches dating back to the 10th and 12th centuries. Then you will board the cogwheel train for a spectacular 12.5 km ascent to the Sanctuary of Núria, located at 2,000 meters and surrounded by peaks nearing 3,000 meters.

At Núria, enjoy free time to relax, take scenic walks, and ride the Coma del Clot cable car. In the afternoon, return by rack railway to Queralbs and head back to Barcelona by private vehicle.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: In Out Barcelona Tours

Ages: Children (0–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Admission fees: Cogwheel Mountain train.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Guided tour of the Sanctuary of Núria
Included: Full day Private Tour to ensure a personalized experience
Included: Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off in Barcelona city
Included: Admission fees: The Coma del Clot Gondola Lift

Not included

Not included: Food and/or beverages
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Barcelona

Passing by

This tour will start from your accommodation in Barcelona.

Your guide will pick you up at any apartment or hotel in Barcelona, you are staying. Please, make sure to specify the exact address of your accommodation when booking.

After the pick-up is completed, you will head to the first destination of your tour.

On the road, your guide will be explaining important and curious things that you will see in the scenery. You will certainly enjoy the beautiful landscape while heading to your first stop.
Ripoll

Passing by

Ripoll is a small historic town in the Catalonia region of northeastern Spain, located in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It is best known for the Monastery of Santa Maria de Ripoll, a major Romanesque landmark founded in the 9th century, which played an important role in medieval Catalan culture and history. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, Ripoll is also a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor activities.
Queralbs

30 min

Queralbs is a small mountain village in the Catalonia region of northeastern Spain, located in the Pyrenees at about 1,200 meters above sea level. It is known for its traditional stone houses, narrow streets, and stunning natural surroundings. Queralbs is also the main access point to the Vall de Núria, a popular destination for hiking, skiing, and outdoor activities. The village preserves a peaceful, rural atmosphere and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
Stop 4

40 min Admission included

The Núria Rack Railway (Cremallera de Núria) is a mountain train that connects the town of Ribes de Freser — with a stop in Queralbs — to the Sanctuary and Valley of Núria in the Catalan Pyrenees. It is the only public access to the valley, as there is no road leading there.

The route is about 12.5 kilometers long and climbs more than 1,000 meters in elevation, offering spectacular views of mountains, forests, and waterfalls. It operates using a rack-and-pinion system, which allows the train to safely travel up steep slopes.

More than just transportation, the Núria Rack Railway is a scenic experience and one of the most iconic railway journeys in Catalonia.
Vall de Nuria

4 hours

Vall de Núria is a beautiful mountain valley located in the Catalan Pyrenees, at nearly 2,000 meters above sea level. Surrounded by high peaks, it offers a peaceful natural setting with forests, lakes, and stunning alpine landscapes.

The valley is home to the Sanctuary of Núria, an important spiritual and cultural site in Catalonia. It is a popular destination year-round: visitors come for hiking and outdoor activities in the summer, and for skiing and snow sports in the winter.

Accessible only by the Núria Rack Railway or on foot, Vall de Núria is known for its unique combination of nature, tradition, and tranquility.
Stop 6

45 min Admission included

The Coma del Clot Gondola Lift is a modern cable car located in Vall de Núria, in the Catalan Pyrenees. It connects the sanctuary and lake area with the upper part of the ski resort, providing easy access to the slopes and mountain trails.

In winter, it is an essential facility for skiers, allowing them to reach higher elevations comfortably and quickly. In summer, it offers a scenic ride with outstanding panoramic views of the valley, the surrounding peaks, and the alpine landscape. It is a fast and convenient way to enjoy some of the best views in Vall de Núria.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Exe Plaza Catalunya
Hotel Casa Sagnier
Via Sants Hotel Barcelona Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Mediterranean Youth Hostel
TOC Hotel Las Ramblas
Arcelon Hotel
Ramblas Budget Apartments
Hotel Boutique Mirlo Barcelona
The Hoxton Poblenou
Iberostar Selection Paseo de Gracia
Hotel Sant Pau
Hotiday Barcelona Colom

and 554 more pickup points

We will pick you up from any hotel or apartment in Barcelona city. Please make sure to include the address of your accommodation when booking.
Even if your Hotel is not listed, you can type it down in the field.
We will send a message the day before departure through the booking system to inform you of the specific pick-up time at your hotel as well as the name of your guide and the telephone number.