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Barcelona, Baqueira-Beret, and Andalusia Spain
FSC International Trip
Tour and Ski!
March 4-18, 2026
This extensive ski resort in the Spanish Pyrenees is quite deservedly developing a reputation as a top class resort – the skiing is great, the slopes are snow sure and the food is a highlight. The ski resort Baqueira/Beret is located in Val d’Aran (Spain, Catalonia, Lleida).
For skiing and snowboarding, there is over 5,600 acres of skiing, from beginner to expert and 34 lifts to transport the guests. The winter sports area is situated between the elevations of 1,471 m ~(4,800 ft) and 2,510 m (~8,150 ft).
The Baqueira Beret ski resort is one of the most well-known in Spain and is also one of the largest and best ski resorts in the Pyrenees. It stretches across Baqueira, Beret and Bonaigua. Due to the snow-reliable location, the ski season usually begins in November and goes until the end of April.
There will be options available for non-skiers as well, including 3 different day tours, or alternative winter activities of snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding with optional lunch at a Refugio. Wine bars will of course be serving the infamous Spanish wines and numerous Spanish restaurants serving delicious Spanish dinners and tapas.
Tentative Agenda:
We begin our tour with a 3 night stay in historic/coastal Barcelona with its rich cultural & classical architectural vibe! This is a fantastic walking city with so many amazing sights. Trip includes a guided walking tour of historic city center, view architectural landmarks of Gaudi, such as the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi designed apartments & a public park filled w/whimsical structures & a panoramic view. The city is known for its vibrant culinary scene, cava & wine. Feel like royalty when staying at 4 Star Avenida Palace Hotel, located in the walk-able city center.
PRE- SKI-TOUR
- March 4th - Depart US for Barcelona
- March 5th - Arrive in Barcelona- Transfer to Hotel 3 nights at the 4 star Hotel Avenida Palace
https://www.avenidapalace.com/en
- March 6th - Barcelona- 1/2 Barcelona day tour/TBD-Segrada de Familia Tour
- March 7th - Barcelona- free time/(optional Montserrat on your own)
SKI
- March 8th -13th-Depart Barcelona for Baqueira-Beret- 5 nights at ski resort
- Lodging is at the 4*** Hotel Montarto. https://www.montarto.com/en/
- Includes daily breakfast and DAILY dinner
- Club happy hour(s?) and FSC events.
- Hotel is a 1 minute ride to ski access
- 2 bars-Piano wine bar and additional bar with lite bites for gatherings
- Outdoor covered and heated pool
- Spa treatments available- facial, massage, etc. (additional fee)
- Gym
- Ski lockers for each room
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POST SKI RESORT TOUR
- March 13th – Travel Day- depart Baqueira-Beret for Barcelona airport and continue on to Andalusia, Southern Spain!
- One Way flight between Barcelona and Malaga via Vueling Airways
- (VY 2121 BCN / AGP 2:40PM – 4:20PM)
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- Flight will include 1 checked bag, 1 carry-on and 1 personal item (Additional checked bags are approximately $60.00)
- Meet & greet at Malaga Airport with local guide
- Transfer between Malaga Airport and Torremolinos Hotel via private coach with English speaking assistant
- 4 nights accommodations at the 4 Star Melia Costa Del Sol Hotel https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/torremolinos/melia-costa-del-sol
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- Rooms are Deluxe high floor rooms with Sea view
- Full hot and cold breakfast buffet daily
- March 14th - Full day tour to Cordoba, including: https://www.spain.info/en/destination/cordoba/
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- Cordoba Highlights Walking tour with official local guide
- Lunch included in Cordoba
- Entrance fees to Cordoba Monuments
- Audio devices included
- Free time
- March 15th - Full day tour to Granada and Alhambra Palace, including:
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- March 16th- Day at leisure, drink sangria on the beach, explore Torrmelinos, or ferry to Morocco, Gibralter, etc. - the day is yours to explore!
- March 17th- Transfer between Torremolinos and Malaga airport via private coach with English Speaking assistant. Flight from Malaga to Madrid via Iberia Airlines with overnight stop at the Madrid Hilton Airport Hotel. TBD-farewell dinner.
- March 18th- private transport to Madrid airport for flight to MCO.
Flight Schedule via Iberia Airlines
04 MAR. IB 0340 MCO / MAD 5:20PM – 7:55AM
05 MAR. IB 0409 MAD / BCN 10:25AM – 11:45AM
17 MAR. IB 1004 AGP / MAD 1:30PM – 2:40PM
18 MAR. IB 0339 MAD / MCO 11:30AM – 4:45PM
TRIP PRICE INCLUDING R/T AIR AND ALL TIPS FOR GROUP ACTIVITIES
Double Occupancy Std.
Double Occupancy Comfort
Single Supplement Std. +
Optional non-ski day Tours: (Prices TBD)
- Half day tour to Vielha. This large, quaint village is located down the valley from Baqueira Beret. The tour will include a short, guided walking tour of the village with free time for lunch and shopping. Approximate time is 9am-2pm
- Half day winery tour and lunch at the Batlliu winery
- Full day to the French village of Luchon, France
Snowmobile excursion in Baqueira is a very popular non-ski option
- Snowmobile or Dogsled Tour only 10:30am and 5:00pm (90 minute tour- not including travel time)
- Snowmobile or Dogsled Tour & Lunch 12:30pm (3h 30 min tour- not including travel time)
- Snowmobile Tour and Dinner 8:00pm (3h 30 min tour- not including travel time)
- Snow shoeing tour 3h 15 mins. Times TBD
Trip Leader: Ellen Parda, ellen@spacecoastskiclub.com
