Spanish Fiesta

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Originally chanted at the toreros during bullfights, “Olé!” is now a term used to congratulate anyone’s exceptional performance in sunny and live-in-the-moment Spain. Prepare for those two happy syllables to roll off your tongue as you discover the past and modern-day feats of everyone from artists and architects to chefs and winemakers throughout this lively...
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Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Madrid : Welcome and farewell dinners; guided sightseeing, visit the Prado Museum
    • Segovia : Take pictures of the Roman Aqueduct
    • Ribera del duero : Wine tasting with tapas at Bodega Portia
    • Burgos : Take pictures of the Cathedral of Santa Maria
    • Bilbao : Guided visit of the Guggenheim Museum
    • San sebastian: Visit the “Pearl of the Cantabrian Coast”
    • Pamplona : Walk through the Calle Estafeta, followed by a Rioja wine tasting and dinner at Basaburua restaurant
    • Saragossa : Visit Plaza del Pilar
    • Barcelona : Guided sightseeing, visit Sagrada Familia Basilica, panoramic view from Montjuïc Hill
    • Valencia : Guided sightseeing; enjoy a traditional Horchata drink

What's this trip about?

    Originally chanted at the toreros during bullfights, “Olé!” is now a term used to congratulate anyone’s exceptional performance in sunny and live-in-the-moment Spain. Prepare for those two happy syllables to roll off your tongue as you discover the past and modern-day feats of everyone from artists and architects to chefs and winemakers throughout this lively tour of Spain. Our most in-depth look at the land of the nonstop fiesta, this 14-day tour leads you from city to city and coast to coast for Picasso and paella, fortresses and flamenco, and Gaudi and the great Rioja wines. Equally satisfying is seeing the legendary backdrops used for some of classic literature’s finest prose—from Granada’s Moorish Alhambra complex to Pamplona’s famous Calle Estafeta, the famous street where the annual “running of the bulls” takes place. Olé!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City MADRID, SPAIN
End CityMADRID

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Central America
  • Europe
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Andalusia
  • Barcelona
  • Bilbao
  • Granada
  • Madrid
  • Malaga
  • Pamplona
  • San Sebastian
  • Segovia
  • Seville
  • Toledo
  • Valencia

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN

Welcome to Madrid! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

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Day 2: MADRID

Masterpieces in Madrid MADRID Guided sightseeing includes the Prado Museum and sights of the Cibeles Fountain and Calle Alcala. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its a...

Day 3: MADRID–SEGOVIA–BURGOS–VITORIA

Spanish Treasures SEGOVIA See the Roman Aqueduct. BURGOS Take an orientation walk and see the Cathedral of Santa Maria. VITORIA Free time late afternoon to browse. (Breakfast,Dinner) 286 mi / 460 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The Cathedral of Santa...

Day 4: VITORIA–BILBAO–SAN SEBASTIAN–PAMPLONA

Walk, Don’t Run BILBAO Take a guided visit of the Guggenheim Museum. SAN SEBASTIAN Enjoy free time to browse and for lunch. PAMPLONA [LF] Walk along the Calle Estafeta, followed by a Rioja wine-pairing dinner at Basaburua restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 168 mi / 270 ...

Day 5: PAMPLONA–SARAGOSSA–BARCELONA

Going for Baroque in Aragon SARAGOSSA An orientation walk includes Plaza del Pilar. Enjoy free time for lunch. Scenic drive en route to Barcelona. (Breakfast) 311 mi / 500 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Loved for its folklore, fantastic food, and f...

Day 6: BARCELONA

Gaudi’s Masterpiece BARCELONA Guided sightseeing includes sights of the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluña, and panoramic views of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. Visit the Sagrada Familia Basilica. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CUTURAL GEM The Basilica...

Day 7: BARCELONA–VALENCIA

Vibrant Views of Valencia VALENCIA Guided sightseeing features a photo stop at the Arts and Sciences Complex and a traditional Horchata (drink made from tiger nuts) tasting. (Breakfast,Dinner) 230 mi / 370 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE Marvel at the...

Day 8: VALENCIA–GRANADA

Grand Granada Scenic drive toward the mountains past cave dwellings near Guadix and Purullena en route to Granada. GRANADA Enjoy free time in the late afternoon, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 336 mi / 540 km

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLO...

Day 9: GRANADA–COSTA DEL SOL

Splendid Spain GRANADA Guided walking tour includes the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife. (Breakfast) 103 mi / 165 km

NOTE: Day 9 Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ARCHITECTURAL GEMS Gran...

Day 10: COSTA DEL SOL. EXCURSION TO MÁLAGA

Time for Tapas COSTA DEL SOL [LF] Join an excursion to Málaga for a guided walking tour through the Old City and tapas tasting at the famous El Pimpi Bodega. Free time to explore. (Breakfast) 22 mi / 35 km

LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES El Pimpi occupies an 18th-...

Day 11: COSTA DEL SOL–GIBRALTAR–SEVILLE

La Plaza de Toros Border crossing to Gibraltar. GIBRALTAR Guided sightseeing includes St. Michael’s Caves. SEVILLE [LF] Visit the famous Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla, the royal bull ring. (Breakfast,Dinner) 199 mi / 320 km

LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE ...

Day 12: SEVILLE

The Squares of Seville SEVILLE Visit the Plaza de España. Guided sightseeing includes Casa de Pilatos, and a walk through the Santa Cruz quarter. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Walk through Seville’s picturesque Plaza de España, originally built for S...

Day 13: SEVILLE–CORDOBA–MADRID

Treasures of Cordoba CORDOBA Guided walking tour includes the Mosque of the Caliphs. Free time to browse. MADRID Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 360 mi / 580 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE The Mosque of Córdoba (Mezqu...

Day 14: MADRID

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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