Spain at a Slower Pace: The Best of Barcelona and Madrid

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Madrid and Barcelona are two of Europe’s most culturally fascinating cities. Join our experts for an insider’s perspective of these Old World gems, all at your own comfortable pace.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Learn about and see the architectural masterworks of Antoni Gaudi
    • Take part in a culinary demonstration and enjoy the meal you prepare
    • Attend an authentic Spanish “Tablao” to witness a traditional Flamenco performance

What's this trip about?

    Madrid and Barcelona are two of Europe’s most culturally fascinating cities. Join our experts for an insider’s perspective of these Old World gems, all at your own comfortable pace.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

Day
1 In Transit to Program In Flight

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2 Arrive Barcelona, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Barcelona D Catalonia Eixample 1864 Activity note: Hotel check-in available from 2:00 p.m. Afternoon: After taking some time to unpack, our Group Leader will lead a walk around the neighborhood as a way...
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3 Introduction to Spanish Art, La Sagrada Familia Barcelona B,L,D Catalonia Eixample 1864 Activity note: Walking up to 1.5 miles during group activities throughout the day; additional walking dependent on personal interest. La Sagrada Familia entrance times are str...
Day
4 Las Ramblas, Introduction to Catalan Cuisine Barcelona B,L,D Catalonia Eixample 1864 Activity note: Driving approx. 3 miles one way in city; about 1/2 hour each way. Walking approximately 1.5 miles throughout the day; periods of standing, some cobblestones and un...
Day
5 Gaudi & Casa Mila, Picasso Museum Barcelona B,L,D Catalonia Eixample 1864 Activity note: Driving up to 10 miles; about 1.5 hours aboard motorcoach total, depending on traffic, with stops for field trips. Walking approx. 1.5 miles throughout the day; some unev...
Day
6 High Speed Train to Madrid, Spain’s Transition to Democracy Madrid B,D Meliá Madrid Serrano Galgos Activity note: Driving approx. 10 miles total in both cities; about 1 hour total aboard bus. Walking approx. 1.5 miles total throughout the day; navigating large tr...
Day
7 Introduction to Madrid, El Prado Museum Madrid B,L,D Meliá Madrid Serrano Galgos Activity note: Driving approx. 10 miles throughout the day; up to about 2 hours total aboard motorcoach, with stops for field trips. Walking at field trip locations; periods of stand...
Day
8 Segovia, The Art of Flamenco & Performance Madrid B,D Meliá Madrid Serrano Galgos Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles throughout the day during group activities; periods of standing at the Alcazar; many cobblestones and occasional steps without handrails. Dr...
Day
9 Modernist Madrid, Reina Sofia Museum, Free Time Madrid B,D Meliá Madrid Serrano Galgos Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approx. 4 miles each way; maximum of 1 hour total on the bus, stops for field trips. Walking up to 1.5 miles total during grou...
Day
10 Program Concludes In Flight B Activity note: Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. Breakfast: Hotel buffet, flight times permitting. This concludes our program. Morning: If you are returning home, safe tra...

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Price From $2,779
Price per day$278
Last Updated: 9/3/2021

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Meals Included
  • 20 Meals
  • 8 Breakfasts
  • 4 Lunches
  • 8 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt
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