Madrid, Seville & Barcelona

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Travel Style: Array Relaxed
Physical Level: Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level: Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
7 days
From: $ 1,661 $ 237 / day
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Overview

Highlights (Bullets)

  • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 10 days!
  • Madrid City Tour & Royal Palace - Half Day Tour
  • Seville City Tour & River Cruise
  • Barcelona Classic City Highlights (half-day)

Short Description

Three of Spain's most breathtaking cities all in one trip! You'll enjoy comfortable stays in each city, and scenic rides on the high-speed rail between each. Begin in Madrid, the vibrant capital, home to picturesque parks, museums boasting some of the world's most iconic works, and of course flamenco, and lots of it!

You'll then arrive in Seville, a lively city on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. Enjoy Spain's leisurely lifestyle as you are surrounded by the city's impressive landmarks, from the Alcazar to Plaza de España. Admire the architecture and enjoy some of the more traditional Spanish customs such as horse-drawn carriage rides.

You’ll spend your final nights in Barcelona, where art seamlessly blends with life. Spend days exploring the eclectic works of psychedelic architect Antoni Gaudí, and evenings indulging in tapas and traditional Catalan culture!

Style Self-guided tour
See all the highlights and popular spots on a classic tour.
Itinerary Focus Classic Highlights
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Lodging Level Value (3*)
Flight & Transport Inclusions Roundtrip air to/from trip start & all internal transport
Start City Madrid
End City Spain

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid!

On arrival, you will be met by your English-speaking driver and transferred privately to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to begin exploring the city. Start your time in Madrid on a sweet note by indulging in a plate of the city's most iconic dessert - churros con chocolate!

In the evening, head to the city's most vibrant square, Puerta de Sol. The streets will be alive with lights, street performers, and locals heading to their favorite tapas bars for a snack before starting the evening's festivities.

Day 2 Madrid

In the morning, following your buffet breakfast, you’ll embark on a comprehensive city tour!

The remainder of the day is yours at leisure; Madrid is famous for its art – so perhaps pay a visit to the Prado Museum, home to masterworks of Goya, Velazquez and El Greco; the 19th century Villahermosa Palace, now the Thyssen-Bornemizsa Museum. Or explore the Reina Sofia, showcasing more than 300 modern works by Dali, Miro, and Picasso among others.

In the evening, why not head to the city's most popular neighborhood for tapas tasting, La Latina! Treat yourself to a sip and snack at one tapas bar, then sample the one next door until you've had your fill!

Day 3 Madrid - Seville

After breakfast, make your way to the train station in Madrid, to pick up the high-speed train to Seville. Situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Seville enjoys a rich Moorish heritage, with many streets, squares and and historic quarters boasting UNESCO World Heritage designation.

Once checked-in and settled at your hotel, take a walk around town! Pass by locals performing flamenco on the streets, musicians treating passersby to ballads on the Spanish guitar, or simply the breathtaking buildings sprinkled throughout the city. 

Day 4 Seville

After breakfast, embark on your comprehensive city tour, which will end with a a scenic river cruise!

Seville is rumored to be the birthplace of flamenco, the perfect place to take in a show! Take advantage of Seville's many peñas, or flamenco social clubs - the grand finale includes an opportunity for audience members to hop on the stage and join in on the flamenco fun!

Day 5 Seville - Barcelona

Take the high-speed rail today from Seville to Barcelona - Spain's Catalonian capital! After checking into your hotel, the remainder of the day is free for you to explore the city.

Your first stop should be one of the most famous and breathtaking buildings in the city: the Sagrada Familia! This awe-inspiring structure has been under construction for 150 years, and remains in the works to this day. Don't forget to stop by the crypt where the architect Antoni Gaudi himself is buried!

In the evening, head to the city's famous Magic Fountain and be treated to a spectacular water show filled with music, vibrant colors, and streams of water that dance to the beat. 

Day 6 Barcelona

Start the day off with a half-day tour of Barcelona's highlights!

Afterward, you may want to take a stroll to the  Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter), where the 13th century Gothic Cathedral is located. Finish your last day by exploring Barcelona’s most famous avenue, Las Ramblas! Be sure to make a stop at the bustling Boqueria market, where you can sample the cuisines of the city; treat yourself to a serving of paella, Barcelona's signature dish, before heading back to your accommodation.

Day 7 Depart Spain

Your tour of Spain’s traditional cities comes to an end today. Following breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airport, for your return flight home. 

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A lot of connection that where scheduled well.

Choose an escorted tour!!

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There were six of us all traveling together which I had made clear when I called GVV. Our tour did not include transfers, which was not made known to us. Can you imagine 6 old ladies winding up in a foreign country trying to find out how to get to their hotels, train stations, etc., what a disaster! You also had us traveling on different times on the trains between cities which was not brought to our attention and was a disaster.
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I hate to give bad reviews, but if this review will help in better customer service, it’s worth a try.

Booking travel deals online can be hectic because you don’t have a direct contact person. You call a 800- number if there is a issue and you get who you get.
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Check in for the plane and because it took me almost 2 hours when I finally got checked in, we were the last seats on the very back of the airplane. Well you deal with it because you’re going to Hawaii.. just happy to have a seat.it was frustrating calling the airlines and I was directed back to Great Value ..
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Now we get to the hotel and was told the daily resort fee was double the amount that we were quoted.
The quote we were given verbally over the phone was $29.98 and when we got to the resort it was 59.98 . It wasn’t a issue with the price , it’s the inconsistency of getting the correct info when you call and it’s not explained thoroughly in the paper work, and hotels aren’t to kind when you book thru 3rd party contracts. It appears everything is a good price but you are on the bottom of the totem pole for everything .. plane rides .. very last group and seat , back of the hotel airport bag fees.. not so sure this was a great value and no one cares after they get your money . I’m still waiting for a Manager to call me back and my vacation is over
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Overall, this was a very nice trip. The hotels were all good quality and the train departure times were good. My only complaint was that while the hotel in Budapest was very nice, it was pretty far from all the sites we wanted to visit. The other hotels were in good locations. The value of the package was excellent.
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Roundtrip air to/from trip start & all internal transport

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