North Spain Discovery

8 days
From $232/day
$1,856
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$2,506
4.5/5 Excellent
3 reviews  
Trip last updated: 1/1/2020
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
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Overview

Highlights

    • Begin in Barcelona, sporting fabulous food, stunning coastline and a vibrant atmosphere that has attracted worldwide acclaim. You’ll want to spend more time here beforehand!
    • The fortified medieval city of Pamplona is a great place to discover on foot. Weave through the city's winding alleyways to the Gothic Cathedral and walk down the street of the famous running of the bulls.
    • Logrono is bursting with delicious local produce and wine, just waiting to be enjoyed on an included pinxtos crawl and winery tour. Delicioso!
    • Take a long siesta on the golden beaches of San Sebastian, one of Spain's most scenic coastal destinations. As the sun goes down, join the crowds as they come out to play among the city's exciting nightlife.
    • The Art Walk in Madrid is every art lover's dream. In one small stretch you can browse the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, the Reina Sofia and the Prado, one of the world's most celebrated galleries.
    • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Open Arms. Donations help them safeguard the physical integrity and rights of migrant people in imminent danger who have fled their homes across the Mediterranean Sea.

What's this trip about?

    Come on a signature tour through northern Spain and get to know the people, landscapes, customs and cuisine that make this part of the country so fascinating. From sipping delicious Rioja in Logrono and delighting in the seaside charms of bustling Barcelona to enjoying the lively tapas bars of San Sebastian and pulling up a seat in an atmospheric square in Madrid – this is an eight-day adventure that packs the essentials of Spain into one. Spain is full of culture, charisma and extraordinary cuisine, and this tour up north is no different.
Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeOperator does not provide
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBarcelona
End CityMadrid

Travel Themes

Activities

Trip includes

    • Pamplona - Leader led walk
    • San Sebastian - Monte Igueldo Funicular (Igeldo Funikularra)
    • Logrono - Txikiteo of Pintxos (Tapas Crawl)
    • Logrono - Winery Visit & Wine Tasting

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Barcelona

Hola! Welcome to Barcelona, where fabulous Catalan cuisine, a ground-breaking art scene, Gothic architecture, and a non-stop nightlife are just some of the many highlights. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting at 7 pm. After the meeting, head out fo...

Day 2 Pamplona

Leave Barcelona behind and travel by train to Pamplona, the heartland of the Basque country (approximately 4.5 hours). Upon arrival into Pamplona head out on an orientation walk and get acquainted with this well-preserved fortified medieval town. Pamplona, named after...

Day 3 San Sebastian

Today, take a bus to the stunning seaside city of San Sebastian – a jewel of the Basque country and a place obsessed with food (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). With its family friendly beaches and vibrant old city, San Sebastian is a fantastic place to stroll along ...

Day 4 San Sebastian

You’ll have a full day to explore San Sebastian, giving you plenty of time to catch the 1-hour local bus to Bilbao, if you’d like. If you do decide to venture to Bilbao, the world-famous and architecturally sublime Guggenheim Museum is a must visit. If you have enough...

Day 5 Logrono

Take the short journey by public bus to the prized vineyards of the Rioja wine region and Logrono (approximately 2 hours). The town sits on the banks of the Ebro River and is the capital of Spain’s most renowned wine region. The city is rich in history and traditions,...

Day 6 Logrono

Logrono is central to Spain’s wine industry, and their tradition of winemaking dates back to the first Phoenician settlers back in the 11th century BC. The city is not only surrounded by vines but has always treated wine with great respect. It is hard to imagine, but ...

Day 7 Madrid

Journey on the bus or train to Madrid this morning, which should take between 4 and 5 hours. On arrival, after checking in your hotel, set off for an orientation walk with your group leader. There is plenty to do and see in Madrid and you’ll have time to explore at yo...

Day 8 Madrid

With no activities planned for the final day, you're able to depart the accommodation at any time. As there's limited time for sightseeing in Madrid, it's recommended that you make arrangements to stay an extra couple of days to see all you can in the city. We’ll be happy to organise additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).

Dates & Availability

Price from
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Price per day
$232

North Spain Discovery Reviews & Ratings

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Rachel

Sep 2015

Had an incredible time. Trip included plenty

Had an incredible time. Trip included plenty within the cost and our tour guide was fantastic.

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Arilisa

Sep 2015

We covered so much ground in so

We covered so much ground in so little time. I loved the group aspect of the trip, but also the ability to go off and do your own thing. I also thought the suggest...

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Thi

Oct 2015

This trip was our second trip with

This trip was our second trip with Intrepid and again we were very happy with the level of service, information, guidance and activities on this tour. At all times w...

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

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Details

Accommodation:

Hotel (7 nights)

Flights & transport:

Train,Public bus,Metro,Cable Car

Group size:

Small Group - 24 max

Maximum number of people in group:

12

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