The brothers were very great to travel with. Their local info and history were very interesting. One of the most enjoyable tours we've ever taken. We will certainly consider future private tours after this experience. Having 2 guides definitely facilitated being able to stop and visit sites
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Free bottled water throughout the tour
- Private Tour - Team of two guides/drivers
- Transport in spacious air-conditioned Renault Traffic minibus
- Pick-up & Drop-off (From Hotel, Apartment, Cruise Port or Airport)
Excludes
- Food and Drinks
- Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Your 2 person Guide/Driver Team picks you up at your hotel, apartment, in Sitges or at the Moll de Barcelona Cruise Ship Terminal S or N.
We pass by the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site, Montserrat mountain, where the monastery and Basilica can be seen nestled halfway up the mountain.
As we journey into the Pre-Pyrenees mountain range, our route takes us alongside the Baells reservoir that supplys Barcelona with drinking water.
On the way to France and Andorra, we drive through a 5 km (3-mile) tunnel through the magificent Serra de Moixeró mountain range in the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. We enjoy breakfast either in the Cerdanya valley or by the Baells reservoir.
We cross the border into France at Bourg-Madame surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Cerdanya Valley, with the Pre-Pyrenees mountain range on our east side and the Pyrenees mountains on our left. We take photos on the border and take a short stroll through the village.
Time and weather permitting, we make one or two more brief stops in France to stretch our legs and take photos.
Continuing our journey in France, we drive up our first Pyrenees mountain pass towards the high altitude mountain border of France and Andorra.
We drive into Andorra from France at the high altitude mountain border station. Traffic permitting, we make a stop to request the unique Andorra tourist passport stamp.
We enjoy for a short walk in Andorra's oldest and largest ski village Pas de la Casa to enjoy the crisp mountain air, magnificent mountain vistas, ski slopes and the shopping area that is most popular with French day tourists.
We make a stop at the highest mountain pass in the entire Pyrenees Mountain range, to enjoy breathtaking views of the Grandvalira ski area and the scenic landscapes and peaks of the French and Andorran Pyrenees. This stretch of the tour is often used by the Tour de France and La Vuelta cycle races.
We make some short stops as we drive down the mountain pass continuing on our travels through Andorra. The stops include scenic photo opportunity stops, shopping stops to buy souvenirs and visits to historic churches. We adapt these stops to suit your preferences and the weather.
We pass a delightful waterfall that cascades from the rock all year round and is especially impressive after rainfall or snowmelt.
We make a lunch stop at a typical ski lodge style family restaurant, with valley and mountain views and a selection of delicious Mediterranean food on the menu, including vegetarian dishes and various cuts of meat grilled on a wood stove.
A highlight for many history and culture lovers is our visit to the the Sanctuary of Meritxell which houses the image of Our Lady of Meritxell, Andorra's patron saint and one of the renowned images along the so-called Marian Route, which connects four other important sanctuaries in Spain and France: El Pilar, Montserrat, Torreciudad and Lourdes
We can make a short photo stop to soak up the views of Andorra la Vella, the capital city of Andorra. Situated between steep mountain slopes, this is the highest altitude capital city in Europe.
Our last stop is in Andorra La Vella, the capital of Andorra. We guide you along the main shopping street where you can experience the daily life of the Andorrans. There is a photo opportunity at the fast-flowing Valira river, a unique Salvador Dali sculpture and we end the walking tour in the city medieval quarter, seeing the St. Esteve of Andorra church and both the ancient and new parliament building.
We end our exciting day of travel which has taken us all the way through Andorra, from the highest border to the lowest, when we cross the Andorran/Spanish border back into Spain. Now we invite our guests to get comfortable with blankets and cushions for the drive back to Barcelona where we drop off at the same place as the pick-up.
We make restroom stops as needed, on the drive back to Barcelona. Our guests can relax with comfortable blankets and cushions and are welcome to nap during the drive back to Barcelona - or as always, the guide team are more than happy to provide additional information about many historic and cultural aspects of the region.
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Reviews
What a fantastic day out with Carl and Peter. Hotel pick up was perfect, the van was air conditioned and everything exactly as advertised. The brothers were entertaining and we felt we had a real conversation with them about Andorra and the whole countryside either side of the route. The driving was safe and calm. We had loads of stops on the way and in Andorra, several interesting stops and good picks for meals and coffee. The combination of moving the van while we walked a bit was clever and saved no end of time. A thoroughly well designed tour delivered by two real friendly people-persons. Strongly recommended. Would book again. 5* friends and family test!
Peter and Carl made a wonderful team. Excellent information about the sites we visited, and enjoyed some special side stops with great views. Was really nice to be dropped off with one of the guides, while the other drove to a pick-up place so we didn't have to drive around looking for parking. Also great insite into geopolitical Andorra.
The visit to the town of Mont Louis was a perfect taste of French Country. Andorra was charming. The Pyrenees were beautiful all day long. Our guide..... THE BEST!
What a day!! Peter and Carl were exceptional guides. They are very knowledgeable about the history of Andorra, Spain, and France and made sure that we had time at several locations for pictures, shopping, and sight seeing. It is a bit of a road trip day, but the views are spectacular, laughs and good conversation were had, and the ride back to Barcelona is the perfect time for a nap with comfy blankets and pillows in the van. Highly recommend this experience for anyone looking to see the Pyrenees and Catalonia countryside with two lovely gentlemen leading the way!
I cannot say enough about what wonderful guides Carl and Peter are. They are not only extremely knowledgeable, but are also so engaging that even a tour that involves an 11 hour day seems to just fly by. They had a well-organized plan with enough flexibility to make the most of the time available. Andorra is so beautiful and we were really happy to have an opportunity to learn about their its interesting history and what things are like there today. It was a great opportunity to visit a little known place. We had an absolutely wonderful day in Tarragona with them two years ago and felt very lucky to be able to arrange this visit to Andorra when we were in Barcelona this month. I would highly recommend this tour or in fact, joining Carl and Peter for any tour.
This was the best tour that we've ever been on! Peter and Carl are great. They picked us up at the hotel and showed us a fabulous day of Spain, France, and Caledonia. They even tried the're hardest to find my wife a Dr Pepper soda, but there was none to be found. They really know the history of this area and kept us informed. They went over and above to make this tour great. They are highly recommend!
This excursion was well worth the money. We were picked up at the hotel and began our excursion starting in Barcelona. We stopped for breakfast which was fantastic. We then travelled on to see beautiful places, lots of history, and made various stops throughout the day. Carl and Peter were excellent hosts. They both went on for hours about the different countries and scenic sights we visited that day. Stopped for lunch at a quaint little restaurant they served delicious food. Then after a long day (approximately 12 hours) we returned back the Barcelona. Andorra was the best place we visited with lots of mountains, lots of snow, and beautiful town. If you do anything in Barcelona you must take this private excursion with two very wonderful gentlemen.
We had a blasted. We saw lots of the countryside. Had great breakfast and lunch. They were great!
We had an amazing snow tour with our family. Carl and Peter were extremely kind, helpful, and attentive to us at all times. They took us to an incredible place and made the whole experience safe and enjoyable for everyone. Highly recommended!
We had an amazing day with Peter and Carl! It was like touring with family that happened to be locals-they’re both so warm, funny, and full of knowledge about the area. I got to check an item off my bucket list by going to one of the Tour de France mountaintop finishes and we got our ceremonial Andorra passport stamps. 10/10!
Our visit to 3 countries tour exceeded our expectations. Our tour guides made the trip so enjoyable. We were picked up on time. Stopped for a quick breakfast bite on the journey to Andorra. We were blessed with first snows in Andorra which made the scenery spectacular. We saw so much that day. I would highly recommend this tour!!!
A visit to 3 countries tour exceeded our expectations. Our tour guides made the trip!!! Everything was well planned and executed.
Carl and Peter provided our group with a fantastic experience. We booked the day trip through Andorra. From the first contact Carl and Peter made every effort to make sure that our trip would be perfect. During the trip they made small adjustments so the itinerary would fit our needs. It was apparent that this family owned business has a focus on providing a great product at what can only be described as a "steal of a deal." If we are ever back in Spain, we will 100% be booking another excursion with Day Trips Barcelona!
It was a great chance to see a place that we wouldn’t have otherwise visited. Peter and Carl made a trip to remember!
Carl and Peter were the perfect people to be our guides. They knew so much about the area and were so much fun to travel with. I would highly recommend this tour and would give them 10 stars if I could.
This is one of the best excursions we’ve ever taken. This tour by Day Trips Barcelona was extremely well organized and executed. Carl and Peter ( who are brothers) are the best tour guides we’ve ever had. They’re extremely knowledgeable, thought of every detail, and had expert commentary throughout the tour. Plus, they are a lot of fun! The itinerary was perfect, scenery spectacular, lunch delicious and the van comfortable. Don’t miss this amazing journey to Andorra!
This is the best excursions we’ve ever taken! This tour by DayTripsBarcelona was extremely well organized and executed. Carl and Peter (who are brothers) from DayTripsBarcelona are the best tour guides we’ve ever had. They’re extremely knowledgeable, thought of every detail, and had expert commentary throughout the tour. The itinerary was perfect, the scenery spectacular, the lunch delicious, and the van comfortable. Don’t miss this amazing journey to Andorra!
The driver and guide were outstanding. On time, helpful, considerate, informative. Clean vehicle. Safe driving. They made our day!
My wife and I were always curious about visiting Andorra. We found this tour online and it had the content we were seeking. We made the right choice. Carl and Peter (brothers) organized a very well balanced tour with breaks for breakfast and lunch. They have deep knowledge of all the spots we visited. We were blessed with GRET weather the entire day. Not too cold or hot and blue skies. And the best part of the tour was the great conversation with Carl & Peter. The day, which we thought may have been a bit long, went flying by. Before we knew it, we a]were back at our hotel. We STRONGLY recommend this tour if you are visiting Barcelona and looking for a day trip to Andorra. Thank You Carl & Peter.
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful day visiting Andorra from Barcelona with Peter and Carl of "Day Trips Barcelona." It was a day full of breathtaking scenery as we traveled through the Pyrenees Mountains from Spain to Andorra and France. Peter and Carl were fabulous guides and very knowledgeable of the areas we visited. They shared with us the history and culture, along with interesting stories of each area. We enjoyed a lovely breakfast and a delicious lunch, a bit of shopping and took tons of incredible photos. We enjoyed the stimulating and intelligent conversation on a wide variety of topics, and the warm and open personalities of our guides. Carl's driving through the twists and curves of the mountain roads was impeccable and we felt totally comfortable the entire trip. This trip was exceptional and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to visit Andorra.
The tour guides started off the day asking us if we would like to change due to impending weather (that option and flexibility was very thoughtful). Our group decided to make a go of it. We felt safe with them driving through the downpours and conversations were had during all points of the drive. There were numerous unique locations that larger tours would not be able to make it to. They offered to additional stops along the way catering to how we were feeling. Meals were great. We all ate together and enjoyed the company. At the end of the trip we all felt like we made new friends. Our crew would definitely travel with them again. Not only for the a tour of a new location but simply for great company that they provide. Truly wonderful tour guides. Highly recommend. The rating doesn’t go high enough.
Our journey through Spain, Andorra, and France was absolutely unforgettable, and we owe so much of that to our wonderful tour guides. Each of them brought such warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm to the experience, making every moment memorable.
Peter and Carl were the BEST! They were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience great. My friends and I have not stopped talking about this tour. We highly recommend - you won’t regret it!
Amazing experience with Peter and Carl. Everything was meticulously organized, perfectly punctual and reliable guides. The day was well thought-through, we managed to visit multiple stunning villages in France, saw several locations in Andorra , had lunch in a beautiful restaurant in the ski resort . Van was great, with AC, pillows and water. Don’t be afraid to spend the money on this trip !
My wife, 2 of our children, and I did the half day trip with Carl and Peter to Montserrat. My family loved it and we all recognized it as one of the best days of our trip. Carl and Peter picked us up at our Barcelona hotel precisely as scheduled. We then spent the next five and a half hours with them driving out to Montserrat, touring the site, and driving back. They were genuine, humorous, and very likable. Lots of interesting information and conversation was shared. We chose to take the funicular ride up for a higher viewpoint. It is a beautiful area and we were with the best tour guides I think that I've ever had. Would definitely recommend this experience for those who want to get outside of Barcelona and explore, and would definitely recommend Carl and Peter for this trip!
100% recommended!! We (family with 2 teen boys) had an amazing day with Carl and Peter. Not only did we visit 3 countries, see amazing views, enjoy lunch, ample stops for quick hikes we got to enjoy their company and stories throughout the day. They had every detailed covered throughout the day - bottled water, pillows, candy, breaks and comedy. Both boys said they wished we could do another tour with Carl and Peter, definitely worth it.
What an amazing day we had with Carl & Peter. They had every detail covered to make the day memorable for each of us (family with 2 teen boys). From bottled water, pillows, candy, ample stops for quick hikes and views, taking time to get to know us. Not only did we visit 3 countries, amazing views, history, many quick hikes, we also got to enjoy their company throughout the day. The boys said when we were done they wished we could do another tour with them (too bad we were at the end of our vacation). We would all 100% recommend this tour or any other that Carl & Peter offer (ie. Tarragona, Montserrat).
Our private tour guides, Peter and Carl, were an awesome duo and simply the best! They were punctual, pleasant and so knowledgeable about the area. It was such a pleasure spending our day exploring Andorra, France and Spain with them as well as stops for a refreshing breakfast and a fantastic lunch. Many thanks to our new friends, Peter and Carl, for a wonderful day and for creating such fond memories. Highly recommended!
Our private tour guides, Peter and Carl, were an awesome duo and simply the best! They were punctual, pleasant and so knowledgeable about the area. It was such a pleasure spending our day exploring Andorra, France and Spain with them as well as stops for a refreshing breakfast and a fantastic lunch. Many thanks to our new friends, Peter and Carl, for a wonderful day and for creating such fond memories. Highly recommended!
One of the great highlights of our visit to Barcelona. We have and will continue to highly recommend this trip and especially Carl and Peter that provided personal touches that took the tour to the next level.
Great tour with Andorra with the amazing guides, Carl and Peter!!! The day was full of history, beautiful scenery and the most engaging guides!!! Such a wonderful experience - highly recommend.
We have taken many tours over the years in numerous countries. I can unequivocally say that this was our favorite tour ever! Peter and Carl tailored the tour to our special needs and were always professional, knowledgeable and polite. The ability to visit and learn about three European countries in one day is fantastic! By the end of the day we considered our guides Peter and Carl to be extended family! I highly recommend this tour with these superb guides.
I had a wonderful trip with Peter & Carl. 2 guides made it easy to walk in an area & then get picked up. No backtracking to the car. Andorra was beautiful with snow in the mountains where I could make a few snow balls. Warm & sunny in the valley with interesting stops. Peter & Carl had tidbits, comments & stories for the whole trip. I would recommend this tour whole heartedly
Carl and Peter were fantastic guides! The van was great and they provided blankets and pillows and water for the ride. They were very friendly and knowledgeable about the region and the world. They adapted so well to our family of 6 of ages ranging from 13 to 78. They both made sure to connect and talk with each of us throughout the day. The itinerary and points of interest were well planned One would do short walks with us while the other would move the van to the meeting point. Carl and Peter are top notch and made the day so special, memorable, and enjoyable!
Peter and Carl are such wonderful tour guides! They were kind, friendly, knowledgeable, and gave us a great tour. We had a wide age range on our tour (grandparent down to a 3 year old) and everyone enjoyed our day.
Carl and Peter were great guides for our trip to Andorra. They taught us so much and showed us the best of Andorra. They were attentive to the young children and took care to see they had a good time. We enjoyed the lunch stop as well. Recommended a yummy restaurant where we all found delicious food. Thoroughly enjoyable day. We would book Carl and Peter for another tour if we’re ever back in Barcelona.
These guys are great! Door-to-door service thru three countries in a day. They have extensive knowledge of the area traveled and their engaging conversation covering a wide range of subjects make the time fly by pleasantly.
Amazing Experience! Peter and Carl are great and very entertaining tour guides. Without a doubt one of the best Viator tours I’ve ever done. 👍🏼 Can’t recommend enough.
Amazing tour. Very fun and full of knowledge. Beautiful country. From the time they picked us up to drop off, we had a great time. They knew all the good places to stop and explore. Highly recommend you to visit Andorra when you are in Barcelona, it is like a different world.
I recently took a day tour to Andorra, Spain, and France, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, our guides, Peter and Carl, went above and beyond to make sure we had the best time. The landscapes were absolutely breathtaking—the snow-covered mountains looked like something out of a winter fairytale. Each stop along the way was filled with charm, and Peter and Carl were incredibly knowledgeable about the small towns and historical landmarks we visited. Their insights made the experience even more special. What really stood out was the level of care they put into making sure we were comfortable. They provided jackets, gloves, and hats in case we weren’t fully prepared for the cold. They even had blankets, pillows, and water in the van, making the journey between destinations cozy and relaxing. Beyond the stunning views and fascinating history, the conversation and atmosphere were fantastic. Peter and Carl made the tour so engaging—we laughed, learned, and truly enjoyed every moment. If you’re looking for a well-organized, fun, and informative tour, I highly recommend this one. It’s an experience you won’t forget!
My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Peter and Carl yesterday. From beginning to end, the tour was seamless. They picked us up at our hotel right on time and we were on our way. They were both funny and full of interesting tidbits of trivia about the places we were seeing. There were plenty of stops along the way to stretch our legs, take pictures, and enjoy the sights. I highly recommend this tour - it was a great way to see the Spanish countryside and to experience Andorra from end to end.
Carl and Peter did a wonderful job of showing us the Spanish and French countryside and exploring Andorra end to end. They were right on time to pick us up and everything went so smoothly the entire day. They have fantastic senses of humor and possess so much knowledge about the history and small details of everything we were seeing. It was great fun and we didn't have to worry about a thing. We sat back in their comfortable van and relaxed while staring out the window at the beautiful vistas. There were plenty of opportunities to get out of the car, look around a bit, and stretch our legs. While it was a long day, I enjoyed every minute of it.
Best tour ever !!! The views were amazing and breathtaking !! Honestly what made it all so great was Peter and Carl. They went above and beyond making sure we were comfortable and ehaeing their wisdom of all the places we went to and places we drove by. They’re definely very knowledgeable and kind it absolutely made all the difference in The world. Would most definitely recommend to families or groups of friends their van was also very comfortable. Recommended fully !!! 💯 P.S. thanks so much Peter and Carl for such An amazing experience. Blessings to you both and the business.
Carl and Peter are the most excellent guides that we have ever had on a tour abroad. These brothers are knowledgeable, witty, and make you feel like family from the moment you meet them. They picked us up at our hotel promptly at the arranged time and guided us to their very nice van, where they had waters, blankets, pillows, and other amenities waiting for us to make our trip as comfy as possible. We toured from Barcelona over to the French border and stopped in France for a little sightseeing before we continued back into Spain on our way to the country of Andorra. Along the route, they entertained us with trivia, history, and personal anecdotes of the area and previous adventures. Upon entering Andorra, we made several stops at different monuments, cathedrals, and sites that were beautiful and breathtaking. We had to adapt our trip a bit because we drove into a snow storm in the Pyrenees that had snow flakes the size of my thumb. Carl stopped the van at a safe place so we could get out, throw some snowballs and take some lovely photos. They were cautious of the mountain reports and continually checked to make sure we took the safest routes in case of bad weather. We cannot recommend these two brothers and their tours enough. We will definitely be recommending them to friends and family traveling to the area and next time we’re back, we will meet up with them again for another adventure! If we could give them more than five stars, we would. Absolutely fabulous memories!
Carl and Peter were wonderful tour guides. My husband and I truly enjoyed ourselves. I unfortunately had a bit of motion sickness &/ elevation sickness and they were so kind and accommodating. Luckily it didn't persist throughout the whole trip and we were able to see some of the lovely sites and walk through some beautiful areas and churches of Andorra. The weather was not on our side as it was raining and snowing, but Carl and Peter made the experience amazing nevertheless. We will never forget this trip and definitely recommend to anyone who wants experience something outside of the city of Barcelona.
We had a great adventure with the brothers . Great information and a very relaxing day. We saw all we wanted to see and learn a bit along the way.
Thank you very much Peter and Carl for showing us a lot of interesting spots in Andorra and France (along the border) where the normal commercial tour operators would not. The souvenir shop you brought us was very lovely with a very kind lady owner. Would definitely recommend you to my friends for a day trip around Barcelona.
My 8 year old son and I traveled with Day Trips Barcelona to ski in Andorra from Barcelona for the last day of our adventure in Spain. We could not have had a better time. Carl and Peter are thoughtful, adaptable and funny. From ensuring we had a few items that we did not pack to taking fantastic pictures, I couldn't be happier. They work well as a team and ensure not only enjoyment and entertainment, but also education about the area you are exploring. The nerd in me loved this. My son can be a bit shy, and Carl and Peter won him over quickly. By the end of the day, I don't think he wanted to say goodbye to them. He just gave a presentation to his class about our trip and highlighted how great our ski day with Carl and Peter was. This was a splurge for my budget and I tend to do things while traveling on my own, sans assistance. I am so, so happy that we did this. It truly was the highlight of our trip. I have lots of pictures of my son and I together (mums- you know you are never actually in the pictures as you're usually having to take them). I didn't really think about this prior, it was a nice benefit I hadn't considered when planning and booking. If you are in Barcelona and want to have a great time exploring, these are the guys you want to spend the day with.
My mom and I are so thankful to Carl and Peter for all they did for us on our tour of Andorra, France and Spain. We loved their expertise and knowledge about the region and we appreciated their concern for our safety, comfort, and enjoyment. They went out of their way to accommodate our requests. We were also very pleased that they could be a part of our time with the elderly priest who blessed our rosary and gave us a book that he himself wrote. The moments and conversations we shared over meals and photo ops made our time with them even more meaningful. We wholeheartedly recommend their tour!
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