Best of Spain

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This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation. Please note: GOOD NEWS - The local tour operator will no longer require a COVID-19 vaccination for travelers as of March 1, 2023.  For travelers departing before March 1, the tour operator requires that travel...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

What's this trip about?

    This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation. Please note: GOOD NEWS - The local tour operator will no longer require a COVID-19 vaccination for travelers as of March 1, 2023.  For travelers departing before March 1, the tour operator requires that travelers aged 12 and older provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English, for all vacations. Proof of vaccination must be completed at least 14 days prior to the tour start date. *Exceptions apply to children who do not qualify for vaccination. This 8-night vacation package takes you through some of Spain's finest and most vibrant cities! Pack your bags, grab your dancing shoes, and let your tour guide take care of the rest! Begin in Madrid for two nights of exploration. A tour guide will take you on a city tour. You'll see the Plaza de España, the Parliament, the Puerta del Sol, and so much more! From Madrid, you'll stop in Cordoba for a sightseeing tour before arriving in Seville. Pay a visit to La Casa de Pilatos during your guided sightseeing tour of Seville! Andalusia is known for flamenco dancing, so perhaps you'll enjoy a night out on the town! Continue on to Granada, where you'll discover the city through a walking tour. Visit the Alhambra complex and walk through the lush gardens! Next, you're off to Valencia. Another walking tour takes you through this beautiful city, known for its Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history. Enjoy a paella dinner here, too! The final stop of your trip is beautiful Barcelona. Here, you'll have two nights to explore the gems of this city. Enjoy a city tour and a visit to La Sagrada Familia! You'll enjoy one final dinner with your travel companions before saying adios to Spain!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityMadrid
End CityBarcelona

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Bar
  • Barcelona

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Madrid (MAD), out of Barcelona (BCN)
    • Round-trip airport transfers
    • Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar: 2 nights in Madrid at the Novotel Madrid Center Hotel
    • 2 nights in Seville at the Sevilla Center Hotel
    • 1 night in Granada at the Hotel Saray
    • 1 night in Valencia at the NH Center Hotel
    • 2 nights in Barcelona at the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel or HCC St. Moritz Sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following: Madrid city tour with visit to the Prado Museum
    • Cordoba sightseeing tour
    • Seville sightseeing tour with visit to La Casa de Pilatos
    • Walking tour in Granada with visit to the Alhambra complex*
    • Walking tour in Valencia
    • Barcelona city tour with visit to La Sagrada Familia Full buffet breakfast daily and 4 three-course dinners
    • Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
    • Headsets throughout the tour
    • Services of a Professional Travel Director
    • Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges *Note: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed **Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel. **In order to take advantage of the included airport transfers, please ensure your flight arrives and departs Spain between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid!

Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Tonight, meet your tour director and travel companions for a welcome dinner!

Day 2 Madrid

Today you'll discover magnificent Madrid through a guided tour with a visit to the Prado Museum! Be sure to ask about optional excursions to enhance your experience!

Day 3 Madrid - Cordoba - Seville

Your journey continues with a drive south towards Seville. Stop along the way for a sightseeing tour of Cordoba. You'll be able to see many of the city's best highlights! Then, continue to Seville, the vibrant, festive capital of Andalusia.

Day 4 Seville

Today you'll explore beautiful Seville! Included in your tour is a visit to La Casa de Pilatos, an Andalusian palace! Tonight, for a truly Andalusian night out, reserve a seat at our optional Flamenco show.

Day 5 Seville - Granada

Leave Seville and head for Granada! Experience a walking tour of Granada today, complete with a visit to the Alhambra Complex. Explore the beautiful gardens and fountains as you walk through the complex. 

Day 6 Granada - Valencia

Today you'll drive to Valencia. Here, you'll enjoy a walking tour of the city! During this tour, Valencia's Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history comes alive. Tonight, a paella dinner will be served at a local restaurant!

Day 7 Valencia - Barcelona

Enjoy a scenic drive along the coast to Barcelona, Spain's second-largest city and host of the Olympic Games in 1992. Check into your hotel, freshen up, and begin exploring beautiful Barcelona!

Day 8 Barcelona

Today, you'll enjoy a Barcelona city tour! See the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluna, and Paseo de Gracia. Admire the spectacular Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's masterpiece, and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuãc Hill. Also visit the Gothis Quarter! Spend your final evening saying goodbye to your new friends and cramming your last minute purchases into your suitcase!

Day 9 Barcelona

Your vacation ends today with breakfast and a transfer to the Barcelona airport.

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Last Updated: 4/15/2024

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