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
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day
    • I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums

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 focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityMadrid
End CityBarcelona

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Madrid, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Madrid

Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m.

Orientation: 6:00 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer q...

Day 3 Introduction to Madrid, Prado Museum Madrid

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 10 miles, up to about 2 hours with stops. Walking at field trip locations; periods of standing.

We’ll start out by joining our expert local lecturer at the hotel for a presentation on the art, history, culture and peopl...

Day 4 Segovia, Alcázar, & Free Time Madrid

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 60 miles (95 km), approximately 1.5 hours to/from Segovia. Walking up to 2 miles throughout the day during group activities; periods of standing at the Alcazar; many cobblestones and occasional steps without handrails. Extent...

Day 5 Reina Sofia Museum, Art of Flamenco & Performance Madrid

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 4 miles each way, approximately 1 hour total with stops. Walking up to 1.5 miles with periods of standing.

At the hotel, we'll be joined by a local expert for a presentation on 20th-century Spanish art. We’ll then board...

Day 6 Transfer to Barcelona, Spain Barcelona

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 10 miles in Madrid and Barcelona, approximately 1 hour in each city. Navigating large train stations for transfers; periods of standing. Getting on/off a high-speed train; trip to Madrid is about 386 miles, approximately 2.5 ...

Day 7 Introduction to Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving mileage dependent on traffic and best route, up to 4 hours throughout the afternoon. Walking up to 1.5 miles during group activities throughout the day; the motorcoach drop-off point for La Sagrada Familia visit is approximately a ...

Day 8 Las Ramblas & Local Market, Catalan Cooking Class, Free Time Barcelona

Getting on/off a motorcoach. Walking about 1.5 miles throughout the day; periods of standing, many cobblestones and uneven terrain. The cookery workshop is located in a pedestrian area of the city; the bus will take participants to the nearest drop-off point about ½ m...

Day 9 Gaudi & Casa Mila, Picasso Museum Barcelona

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 10 miles, approximately 1.5 hours (depending on traffic). Walking about 1.5 miles throughout the day; very uneven surfaces inside La Pedrera, some uneven terrain and many cobblestones in the pedestrian-only area near the Pica...

Day 10 Program Concludes, In Transit From Program In Flight

Hotel check-out 11:00 a.m. See your program’s “Transportation Information” regarding transfers at the conclusion of the program.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to anoth...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,999
Price per day$300
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 8
  • Number of Lunch: 3
  • Number of Dinner: 7
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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