The 10 Best Morning Tours in Spain

1.Port d’Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,035 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Our pick

Leave Puerto de Alcúdia before sunrise for a three-hour catamaran trip along Mallorca’s north coast. Watch for wild dolphins, see the sky brighten over the sea, and enjoy a small breakfast on the return journey. Bring a warm layer, sunscreen, and a camera.

“Sunrise and dolphin watching tour, brilliant, got to see lots of dolphins and seeing them in their natural environment and the sun rising was magical. would highly recommend this tour! A nice breakfast provided to eat on the way back.”

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2.Montserrat: Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Trip with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,454 reviews · 5 hours · from $100

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat in a small group of up to eight, with hotel pickup, a local English or Spanish-speaking guide, a Basilica visit, free time, and short walks through the national park. Guides such as Alejandro, Javi, Alex, and Ramon are praised for lively stories and careful timing.

“We've had a great time in Montserrat with our tour guide, Javi. The trip was very well organized, Javi was very funny and friendly, and we had plenty of time to enjoy everything we wanted to see. I highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to explore Montserrat!”

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3.Sunrise or Sunset Hot Air Balloon Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 683 reviews · from $215

Join Jordi, Luis, or the IB Ballooning Mallorca team for a one-hour sunrise or sunset flight above Mallorca. Watch the crew inflate the balloon, float about 300 meters above the northeast coast, toast with champagne, and return by 4WD with photos, videos, and a flight certificate.

“If you want to ride book it here! www.ibballooning.net This company is amazing! Taxis in Mallorca let us down but george and luis made sure to get us to the experience! They came and picked us up from canpicafort! They got us there in time for sun rise, The flight is breathtaking. It’s beautiful. And the pilots are VERY skilled. There are only 3 ballooning companies and this is the only one that does sunsets. It’s also the only one that takes you on a journey rather than just going up and down. And unexpectedly they served us champagne and took our pictures! They even dropped us back to our…”

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4.Morning cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 509 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Set out from Puerto Rico on a boat limited to 18 people, with crew-led coastal cruising, two swim stops, lunch, unlimited soft drinks, beer, and sangria. Snorkel gear, kayaks, paddleboards, and fishing are included. Hotel pickup covers several southern resorts, but not Las Palmas.

“Brilliant experience. Not over-crowded like some cruise experiences. Crew were very helpful and nothing was ever a problem. Highly recommended.”

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5.Afrikat Morning Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 501 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Sail from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s coast aboard the 66-passenger Afrikat catamaran. Swim and snorkel in a calm bay, add a speedboat, jet ski, parasail, or donut ride, then enjoy lunch, beer, sangria, soft drinks, and live music on the return.

“Best day cruise ever! The host is incredibly hospitable. He made sure to offer vegetarian options to my husband and I. He even found out it was my birthday and gifted me champagne! Swimming and snorkeling were great. 100% recommend!!!”

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6.3-Hour Morning Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 423 reviews · from $63

Sail aboard the Carpe Diem from Palma’s La Lonja jetty, looking for wild dolphins along Mallorca’s southwest coast before stopping at a clear cove for swimming and snorkeling. The crew speaks English, French, German, and Spanish. Transfers are available from Playa de Palma, Arenal, and Can Pastilla.

“All went well. personel was really friendly and we have seen a lot of dolphins. Great trip, would recommend to friends.”

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7.Sunrise Paddleboarding with Instructor and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 391 reviews · from $32

Meet your instructor at Eswell Surf School, store your things in a locker, then carry your board three minutes to Barceloneta Beach. After a 10-minute lesson, paddle for about 90 minutes as the sun rises. Kneel or stand, use a life jacket if needed, and receive photos afterward.

“An incredible experience, definitely worth doing whilst in Barcelona. Instructors were amazing and helpful also”

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8.Casa Milà Early-Morning Access Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47

Enter Casa Milà before the public arrives on a 1.5-hour guided tour in English or Chinese. See the Warrior Rooftop, Whale Attic, patios, and a Tenants’ Apartment, plus restricted areas usually skipped on standard visits. Small groups may be available, with meeting point at Passeig de Gracia 92.

“Amazing. Tour guide was the best she answered lots of questions from our group.”

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9.Morning Food Tour with Central Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 196 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Start near Plaça del Col·legi del Patriarca and follow a guide such as Fatine, Jack, Rita, or Andrea through five food stops, old shops, and Central Market. Expect 10 to 12 tasting portions, local drinks, Valencian brunch, Iberian ham, cheese, olives, wine, and horchata.

“My friend and I had an excellent time on the tour. Fatine was knowledgeable, informative, friendly, and took the time to answer our questions. The other people in our group were also very nice and fun. I highly recommend this tour, especially for those starting their trip, as it’s a great way to familiarize yourself with the food and the area. Thank you, Fatine!”

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10.Sunrise Standup Paddle Tour w/ 4K Video & Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · from $28Best value

Meet Hessel and the Sup Spot Barcelona team just steps from Barceloneta Beach for a small-group sunrise paddle. You’ll get a safety briefing, board instruction, 4K videos, lockers, winter wetsuits, and coffee or tea afterward. You must be able to swim, and the session depends on sea conditions.

“We booked a tour on Friday and it’s save to say that this was the best tour I ever had! The service was SO good! We were greeted with hot coffee in the morning and Hessel explained us everything. He is such a nice and chill guy. I never felt so safe on the water. He took amazing photos and videos and after the tour we could chill in the sun in front of his store with another cup of coffee. If I good give 10 stars I would! Definitely coming back”

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