10-Day Tour to Northern Spain and Galicia

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Dive into the north of the Iberian Peninsula with this complete 10-day itinerary aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches departing from the center of Madrid. Along the route through the northern cities and Galicia, you will find splendid green landscapes with its estuaries and fjords, old fishing villages, architectural treasures with a large influence from...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Guided city tour with local guides in Santiago de Compostela, San Sebastián, and Porto
    • Entrance to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
    • Duoro cruise and wine tasting in Porto
    • Visit the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Covadonga
    • Bilingual tour director throughout the journey (English and Spanish)
    • Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury coach

What's this trip about?

    Dive into the north of the Iberian Peninsula with this complete 10-day itinerary aboard one of our air-conditioned coaches departing from the center of Madrid. Along the route through the northern cities and Galicia, you will find splendid green landscapes with its estuaries and fjords, old fishing villages, architectural treasures with a large influence from the Roman Empire and one of the most important centers of Christian pilgrimage in Santiago de Compostela. Moreover, to complete this tour, before returning to Madrid, we will pass through the Portuguese city of Porto.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityMadrid
End CityMadrid

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat

Trip includes

    • Departure from established central located hotels in Madrid
    • Guided city tour with local guides in Santiago, San Sebastián and Porto
    • Entrance to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Duoro cruise and wine tasting in Porto
    • Bilingual tour director throughout the journey (English and Spanish)
    • Transportation in air-conditioned luxury coach
    • 9-night accommodation at A class
    • Daily breakfast
    • Travel insurance

Itinerary

DAY 1: Madrid - Zaragoza - San Sebastian

Depart from our established hotels in Madrid. Please refer to your documentation for detailed departure information.Depart towards Zaragoza. Free time to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of The Pilar, patroness of Hispanity and stroll through the old streets of Zaragoza...

DAY 2: San Sebastian

Depart from our established hotels in Madrid. Please refer to your documentation for detailed departure information.Depart towards Zaragoza. Free time to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of The Pilar, patroness of Hispanity and stroll through the old streets of Zaragoza...

DAY 3: San Sebastian - Bilbao - Castro Urdiales - Santander

Breakfast and departure to Bilbao for some free time on the esplanade of the Guggenheim Museum to admire this modern work of architecture. We will continue towards Castro Urdiales, a typical fishing village where we will have free time. Departure to Santander, a port ...

DAY 4: Santander - Santillana del Mar - Oviedo

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Santillana del Mar, one of the towns with the greatest historical and artistic value in Spain, which houses true architectural treasures, such as the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, the most important Romanesque jewel in Cantab...

DAY 5: Oviedo - Lugo - Santiago de Compostela

Breakfast and departure towards the Galician region. On the way to Lugo, stop in Mondoñedo; Free time to visit its imposing 12th century cathedral and try the delicious “Mondoñedo cake”. Departure to Lugo and free time to contemplate the Roman vestiges that it still c...

DAY 6: Santiago de Compostela

Breakfast at the hotel. City tour of Santiago visiting the Plaza del Obradoiro and its Cathedral (entrance included) dedicated to the Apostle Santiago el Mayor. Rest of the day at leisure to continue visiting this city with a university and student atmosphere.

Accommodation: Santiago Plaza affiliated by Meliá or similar

DAY 7: Santiago de Compostela - Oporto

Breakfast. Departure to the most picturesque area of the Galician Rías Bajas (Spanish fjords). Through splendid landscapes, we will arrive at the island of La Toja, universally known for its spa and natural wealth. Free time and continuation through the Arosa estuary ...

DAY 9: Oporto - Ciudad Rodrigo - Salamanca

Breakfast. Departure towards the Spanish border. Already in Spain, and on the way to Salamanca, stop at Ciudad Rodrigo, a beautiful town surrounded by medieval walls and dominated by its imposing fortress. Continuation to Salamanca, monumental university city, declared a World Heritage Site. Overnight at the hotel.

Accommodation: Catalonia Plaza Mayor or similar

DAY 10: Salamanca - Avila - Madrid

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Ávila and free time to get to know this historic walled city. Continuation to Madrid.

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Price per day$146
Last Updated: 1/28/2025

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Meals Included

Daily breakfast 

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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