Best of Spain

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Don’t miss a thing as you explore the Best of Spain, featuring all the travel highlights and some surprises, from olive oil tasting on an Andalusian farm and learning all about Toledo’s three religions, to the treasured cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Seville.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Don’t miss a thing as you explore the Best of Spain, featuring all the travel highlights and some surprises, from olive oil tasting on an Andalusian farm and learning all about Toledo’s three religions, to the treasured cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Seville.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityMadrid
End CityMadrid

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Trip includes

    • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
    • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
    • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
    • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
    • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
    • Optional Experiences and free time
    • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Hola Madrid

Welcome to the fiery Spanish capital that is Madrid. Take in the vibrant essence of Madrid before meeting up with your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a memorable Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see some of the city's most iconic sights.

Rafael Atocha

Dinner

Day 2: Through Castile to San Sebastián

Your day begins with a scenic drive through the Guadarrama Mountains to Burgos, the historic capital of Castile. Take a moment to admire the exterior of its Gothic cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval Spain. Then, continue to San Sebastián, the gourmet capital of Spai...

Day 3: Onwards to Bilbao and Pamplona

Depart San Sebastián and travel to Bilbao to view the striking Guggenheim Museum. Your overnight stay is in the vibrant city of Pamplona, famous for its Running of the Bulls fiesta. Follow in the footsteps of Hemingway and enjoy a drink at Café Iruña, amble along the brilliantly lit city ramparts, or savor the local pintxos.

Tres Reyes Pamplona

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Continue to Gaudi Barcelona

Your journey continues through the Ebro Valley to Zaragoza where we’ll view the Basilica of El Pilar and Cathedral of La Seo. Later, arrive in Barcelona to soak up the charm of a city that professes two great loves – Gaudí and football. Spend the rest of the day at le...

Day 5: Discover Barcelona

Consider joining a morning Optional Experience to the mountain-top monastery of Montserrat to see the shrine of the Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia. Afterwards, the whimsical fantasy world of Gaudí is on display as we embark on a sightseeing tour to visit...

Day 6: Off to Coastal Peñíscola and Valencia Make Travel Matter

The sweet scent of oranges accompanies us on our journey along the Costa Dorada to fortified Peñíscola, where we'll see the ancient castle used in the film 'El Cid'. Continuing through fertile huertas, we arrive in sunny Valencia where we will stay the night. Our orie...

Day 7: Venture to Granada

Journey by the dramatic Sierra Nevada Mountain range to the city of Granada where we meet our Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the spectacular UNESCO-listed Alhambra. Its golden façades and extraordinary Moorish architecture reflect centuries of multi-cultur...

Day 8: On the Road to Sunny Costa del Sol

Set your watch to Spanish time and enjoy a leisurely morning on your terms, or consider taking an Optional Experience to explore the medieval Moorish Quarter of Granada - the Albaicín - with its narrow winding lanes, churches, minarets and palaces. We then leave Grana...

Day 9: Costa del Sol Your Way

Another day in paradise for you to kick back, worship the Spanish sunshine and taste la buena vida. Enjoy fresh seafood in Torremolinos, relax on the bleached beaches and soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere or consider an Optional Experience to the effervescent Andalusian capital of Málaga to explore centuries of history.

Meliá

Breakfast

Day 10: Explore Gibraltar and on to Seville Connect with Locals

A scenic drive takes you past the millionaires' resort of Marbella and on to La Linea. Cross to the Rock of Gibraltar for free time to explore or consider joining an Optional Experience to St. Michael's Cave to see the Barbary Macaques (Rock Apes). This afternoon, con...

Day 11: See the Sights of Seville

Join your Local Specialist this morning for a tour of Seville's leafy avenues. See the iconic Giralda Bell Tower and visit the Seville Cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. Stroll through Maria Luisa Park, with its tiled fountains, pavilions, pal...

Day 12: Journey to Córdoba and Toledo

We journey to Córdoba to meet a Local Specialist for a visit to the astounding Mosque of the Caliphs, a jewel of Hispano-Islamic art featuring striking arches and Byzantine mosaics. Then visit the remains of the 14th-century Mudéjar-style synagogue in the old Jewish neighborhood. Continue to Toledo for an evening in Spain's former capital.

Eurostars Toledo

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13: Admire Ancient Toledo then on to Madrid Dive Into Culture

Your Local Specialist takes you on a walking tour of Toledo where you’ll Dive Into Culture as you explore this ancient hilltop city. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to El Greco's masterpiece – 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz', and the synagogue, the oldest one ...

Day 14: Discover Stylish Madrid Dive Into Culture

Spend today at leisure exploring the city. Visit the Royal Palace with its spectacular Goya artworks, relax in the leafy Buen Retiro Park or enjoy the flavors and aromas of jamon in the Market of San Miguel. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for an unforgettable dinner to celebrate an epic adventure through Spain.

Rafael Atocha

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 15: Farewell Madrid

Our time together has come to an end. For now it's a fond adiós to Spain and newfound friends.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,630
Price per day$242
Last Updated: 3/13/2025
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Logistics

Accommodation

  • Rafael Atocha
  • Tres Reyes Pamplona
  • Barceló Sants, Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar, Affiliated By Meliá
  • Novotel Valencia Lavant
  • Occidental
  • Meliá
  • NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas
  • Eurostars Toledo
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Meals Included
  • 7 Dinner (D)
  • 14 Breakfast (B)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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Trip ID
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