Girona and Besalu, Jewish History tour Small Group from Girona


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From $134.51

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: spain, spain

TicketType: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

Immerse yourself in Jewish history during this 8-hour (small group tour up to 7 people) of Girona and Besalu. Both are traditional Spanish Jewish communities that have a long history and rich culture. In Girona, wander the Jewish quarter of ‘the Call’ and learn about the important area’s medieval history, including Nahmanides, one of the greatest Kabbalah scholars. The Museum of Jewish History is a stop not to be missed. Enter the small city of Besalú via the famous medieval bridge and wander through the medieval and Jewish quarter. Visit a 12th-century Micveh before being returned back to your hotel.


What's Included

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

What's Not Included

Lunch


Traveler Information

  • CHILD: Age: 6 - 11
  • ADULT: Age: 12 - 99

Additional Info

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • -Use of a face mask mandatory for travelers in all public areas. -Hand sanitizer available for travelers and staff -Mandatory social distancing throughout the experience -Equipment disinfected between uses -Regularly disinfected transport vehicles
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers

What To Expect

Bridge of Besalu
Guided walking tour to the Medieval village of Besalú to see the Jewish quarter and the MIkve of the 13 century, one of the most well preserved of Europe. The Medieval bridge of Besalu was the only way to enter to the city in the middle ages.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Museum of Jewish History
Guided visit to The Museum of Jewhis History of Girona.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Girona
Guided visit to Girona city along the medieval and Jewish quarters

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Besalu
Guided visit to the Medival village of Besalú

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Miqve
Guided visit to the Miqve of the 13 century of Besalú, one of the most well preserved of Europe.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included


Reviews

Highlight of Spain!
baumgold, 08-05-2019
Marc Sanchez was the perfect guide. He knows everything that there is to know about Jewish history in Girona and Besalu. He also pointed out where "Game of Thrones" was filmed in Girona -- that was fun! We learned so much from him. This tour was the highlight of our stay in Spain. Both towns are amazing. Besalu looks like it is still in the middle ages (but sparkling clean!) Take this tour - it is amazing!
Girona and Besalu, Jewish History tour Small Group from Girona
Sara_H, 05-11-2019
Spectacular tour of Jewish history in Girona and Besalu. We ended up being the only ones on the tour, but Marc and Carmen did not disappoint. Marc was amazing with his knowledge of Jewish history and culture, pointing out not just the obvious things but also small facts and things that are personal to someone with Jewish heritage. We went to Besalu first, which was crucial to beating tour bus crowds. We had the city to ourselves. Carmen obtained the mikveh key and we were the only ones in there. In Girona,thew Jewish museum was great, and our tour of the town featured interesting stories of other religions and Spanish history. Can't say enough about Marc - he answered every question from historical and current points of view, and he really cared that we understood what he was saying. This tour was a highlight of our time in Spain. We caught an early train from Barcelona just for the day, and it was totally worth it.




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