Enjoy a special gourmet New Year’s Eve in Barcelona at the luxurious boutique hotel of ABaC, an intimate 15 roomed hotel in the hills above Barcelona city centre. Enjoy a gourmet welcome, followed by a wonderful tasting dinner menu (drinks not included) and late evening music in the elegant lounge bar. Then get out and explore the city with private guided walking tours focusing on different elements of the city - from the historical Gothic neighbourhood, to the culinary delights of the city. Enjoy time at leisure and avail of complimentary access to the Spa at ABaC hotel. Consider any number of optional tours during your stay and take advantage of seeing as many of the top musiems in the city with an Art Pass.

With private return airport transfers, luxurious accommodation and 24/7 local support, you are sure to enjoy this wonderful New Years Eve break!

Day 1
BARCELONA
Private airport transfer with an English-speaking driver. A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax in your hotel. Barcelona is legendary for its nightlife, but don't venture out for dinner before 11pm, the restaurants don't really get going till midnight, and the clubs start hopping from the wee hours till dawn. Part of the Small Leading Hotels of the World, the ABaC Restaurant Hotel Monument Grand Luxe is located in Sarriá-Sant Gervasi, the upper zone of Barcelona, with views to the Kennedy square and surrounded with the vegetation of La Tamarita gardens. The hotel enjoys quiet and tranquil surroundings and the city centre is easily accessed. The boutique, 15 roomed hotel is the work of the architect Antoni de Moragas, and consists of two buildings integrated in a garden. The centennial building was refurbished due to its historical value and it was the old residence of Doña Madronita, an intellectual of the born Catalan bourgeoisie at the end of XIX century. She was the daughter of the famous pharmacist Dr. Andreu, and she was the wife of the North American Max Klein (president of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States and one of the introducers of basketball in Spain). The new crystal pavilion is covered in lattices of wood and connects with the garden. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Day 2
BARCELONA
Enjoy a gourmet breakfast at ABaC hotel. The Gothic Quarter is Barcelona's historical and political centre. Explore the gothic quarter by foot with a Professional English speaking Guide where you will discover not only its streets, squares and hidden corners but the charms of its architecture. The tour commences with the Roman Walls and its towers dating back from the 4th century. Next up is the 15th century Casa de la Pia Almoina and The Gothic Cathedral, where you will have the opportunity to admire the impressive 15th century cloister. You will also see the Casa de l'Ardiaca, a 15th century building which was once the archdeacons residence. Admire the 17th century neoclassical Episcopal Palace and see Sant Felip Neri Square, perhaps one of the most poetic and charming corners of the city. Other stops along the way include Sant Sever church, August Temple, Lloctinent Palace, Plaza del Rey, Santa Agata Chapel, Libreteria Street and Sant Jaume Square. (Entrance to the Cathedral's Cloister, Santa Agata Chapel and Augustus Temple included). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). The gastronomy is the fundamental axis of the ABaC Restaurant and Hotel. Chef Xavier Pellicer is the surpassed disciple of Jacques Maximim and previously in charge of the kitchens of the prestigious restaurant Can Fabes, of Santi Santamaría. The restaurant is awarded with 2** Michelin. The restaurant, with capacity for 60 people is decorated in natural tones and it offers oval tables that allows diners to enjoy views of the garden. Enjoy a gourmet multi course Tasting menu (about 7 dishes). Drinks are not included, but you can speak with the sommelier to decide on your drinks choice. Fully sated, retire to the beautifully decorated Lounge bar where you can enjoy some live music.

Day 3
BARCELONA
A unique opportunity to find off-the-beaten track Tapas bars with your private English speaking guide. Enjoy a wander through the back alleys and discover a hidden side of Barcelona. You will explore the Eixample district known as the Quadrat d'Or, or Golden Square, where you’ll find some of the best samples of Modernism Architecture. Check out the Old Medieval Town (or Casc Antic) and La Boquería food market just off Las Ramblas, the best place to watch Barcelona’s bustling evening life. (Food at own expense). Visit the art galleries and/or museums of your choice in Barcelona with this Articket which entitles you to free admission to seven of the most important and remarkable museums and art centres in Barcelona: Picasso Museum, Fundacion Joan Miro, Casa Mila, Fundacion Antonio Tapies, Museo Nacional de Arte de Catalunya (MNAC), Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Barcelona (MACBA) and Centro de Cultura Contemporanea de Barcelona (CCCB). The Articket can be used once at each museum and at any time during a period of six months, so you can use it whenever you like throughout your 3 day stay in the city. Exchange your voucher for the Articket at any of the included museums during their opening hours. All the museums included in the articket will be open on December 30th and 31st (some with special time table) and all will be closed on December 25th and January 1st. La Pedrera will be closed on December 26th and January 6th. (From 7 – 14 January it will be only possible to visit the temporary exhibition). Enjoy one of Barcelona's top class restaurants. Our top picks are Cal Pep, Alkimia, Can Majo, Ca l'Isidre, Moo, Commerc 24, Cuines Santa Caterina, Escriba - all have that little more that makes the difference without being too expensive.

Day 4
BARCELONA
Enjoy a private 6 hour tour to the beautiful, historical city of Gerona where you will get to spend time discovering the medieval and Jewish Quarters which are sure to have added charm as they are bedecked in seasonal decorations and enjoy a festive air. Enjoy some time at a traditional Street Market with local products and mingle with the locals before having lunch at any number of great little places in one of the town squares (not included). At days end, you will be brought back to your hotel in Barcelona.
Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Day 5
BARCELONA
Avail of the fully equipped Spa at the AbaC Hotel which features two treatment cabins for treatments, as well as a Jacuzzi with underwater sunbeds, Cold pool, Hammam, Heated sunbeds and a Juice and infusion bar. Many tratments are offered including Manual therapies, Facial treatments and Asiatic therapies. (Please note access to the spa is included but any treatments would be payable directly at the hotel). Private airport transfer with an English-speaking driver. Kensington Tours donates a portion of our proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.