Madrid, San Sebastián & La Rioja tour
Overview
Highlights
- Visit two of Spain's most acclaimed museums on a guided tour of the Prado in Madrid and Guggenheim in Bilbao.
- Visit the highlights of Spain’s historic capital, Toledo, which is famed for its Moorish, Jewish and Christian heritage.
- Explore the Ribera del Duero and Rioja wine regions with guided tours and tastings.
- Sample the pintxos of the Basque Country on a tasting tour of San Sebastián.
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Itinerary
Accommodation options: Tótem Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Catalonia las Cortes & Only YOU Boutique Hotel
Arrive in Spain's capital city of Madrid where, after checking into your hotel, you'll take a panoramic tour of the city. Wander through the heart of the city on foot before being whisked to the outskirts of the city by car to explore further.
Accommodation options: Tótem Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Catalonia las Cortes & Only YOU Boutique Hotel
Venture outside of Madrid to visit Spain's historic capital, Toledo, where you can explore its medieval streets and unique architectural styles....
Accommodation: Hotel Los Agustinos
Head north from Madrid today to La Rioja, one of the country's crucial wine regions. Along the way, visit a local winery for lunch accompanied by a selection of local vintages.
Accommodation: Hotel Los Agustinos
Rioja is best known for its wines and you'll spend a full day experiencing several of the vintages that come from the area. Take tours and enjoy tastings at a selection of different wineries throughout the region, enjoying a curated wine-tasting lunch along the way.
Accommodation options: Villa Soro, Hotel Akelarre, San Sebastian, Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra & Hotel Maria Cristina
Head north from La Rioja to San Sebastián in Spain's Basque Country, known for having one of the highest concentrations of Michelin stars per capita.
Accommodation options: Villa Soro, Hotel Akelarre, San Sebastian, Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra & Hotel Maria Cristina
This morning you'll have some free time to relax and enjoy San Sebastián's beaches before experiencing the city's renowned food culture through a tasting tour of pintxos (Basque small plates).
Journey west of San Sebastián today to visit Bilbao and its art museums, including the Guggenheim. After your time in the city, head to the airport to catch your flight home.
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