Summary
Get a taste for all things Spain! Starting from the capital Madrid, travel to northern Spain and be charmed by Basque, Navarre and Catalonia. Also stop by Castilla La Mancha - the home of Don Quixote. Delve into real Spanish Paella in Valencia and taste Spanish wine in the heart of the Aragon region. If that's not enough, visit Pamplona, home of the bull run, and see Andorra, a stunning country wedged between Spain and France. Finally, explore the famous Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. It's like walking around a living, breathing travel magazine! Explore the World with Tours4Fun
Highlights
Explore the historic old town of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Enjoy a two night stay in Barcelona with a full free day to explore
Visit Pamplona, Zaragoza, Valencia and San Sebastian
Visit the tiny principality of Andorra
Itinerary
Start PointHotel in Madrid | 10:00 AM
End PointHotel in Madrid | 02:30 PM
DAY 1: Arrive in Madrid
Welcome to the start of your Spanish adventure! Your tour leader will meet you at the hotel in Madrid this morning and give the group a brief overview of the upcoming itinerary. Then, head out on an orientation tour of Spain’s capital city! Visit top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more! In the afternoon enjoy the chance to join the Tapas Food Tour optional excursion for a taste of Spanish cuisine! This evening, enjoy an included dinner where you can get to know your fellow travellers and learn a bit more from your tour leader about what incredible experiences the next seven days will bring!
Meals: Dinner
This morning, depart Madrid and travel to San Sebastian on Spain’s northern coast. Along the way, enjoy a comfort stop in Segovia, a picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site city which offers the highest concentration of Romanesque churches in Europe, as well as an incredibly well-preserved Roman aqueduct that runs into the heart of the city. Later this afternoon, arrive in San Sebastian, a charming city with a beautiful beach and vibrant nightlife. Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of the city’s enchanting old town. A foodie’s paradise, San Sebastian is known for its Basque gastronomy, so this evening is best spent exploring the beachfront bars and indulging in pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!
Meals: Breakfast
The first stop today is Pamplona, the historic city made famous by “the running of the bulls” during the San Fermin festival. Packed with history, enjoy some free time to explore the beautiful medieval city centre and see the city walls and citadel. Then, head to Zaragoza and enjoy a wine tasting, before taking a walking tour of the city. Zaragoza has experienced a long and varied history, with Roman, Moorish, Jewish and Christian communities leaving their marks over the centuries, as seen in the BasÃlica del Pilar cathedral, AljaferÃa Islamic palace and the Roman theatre.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Andorra - Barcelona
En route to Barcelona, make a comfort stop in Andorra. This tiny independent principality has a population of just 85,000 and is located between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains. Enjoy some free time to explore Andorra la Vella, the highest capital city in Europe and a popular ski resort. This afternoon, arrive in Sant Cugat, where the hotel for the next two nights is located. This town is just outside of the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia, Barcelona! Enjoy an included group dinner at the hotel tonight.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5: Barcelona: Free Day
Get acquainted with Barcelona’s vibrant energy during a driving tour this morning! Keep your eyes open for some spectacular examples of Antoni GaudÃ’s eclectic art and architecture.The rest of the day is free. The best way to experience the city is on the Highlights of Barcelona optional excursion which includes a visit to the magnificent Sagrada FamÃlia plus visits to Palau Güell, La Boqueria market and the Gothic Quarter. Alternatively, see the panoramic views from Park Guell, walk along Las Ramblas, explore the ‘Old Town’, museums, art galleries and experience some of Europe’s best shopping. Join the optional excursion to see a traditional Flamenco show this evening - this is an experience not to be missed!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: Peniscola - Valencia
Leave Barcelona behind and travel south down the coast towards Valencia, stopping off along the way in Peniscola. With a historic old town, beautiful promenade and sandy beach overlooked by an imposing castle built by the Knights Templar, there are few more picturesque places in Europe to enjoy a lunch stop! After arriving in Valencia, enjoy a guided tour of this thriving port city, which retains plenty of historic charm despite the decades of development that have given it a distinct space-age feel. As this is the last night on tour, round off the day with a farewell paella dinner this evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7: Valencia - End of tour in Madrid
The journey continues through the historic La Mancha region, made famous by the legend of Don Quixote. Later, explore Castillo de Belmonte, with entrance to this medieval castle included in your tour package. The interiors are dominated by spectacular stucco works in the Gothic and Moorish styles and a beautiful Neo-Gothic courtyard. Later this afternoon, arrive back in Madrid for the end of the tour. Be sure to swap contact details with your newly made travel friends!
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
6 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room
Meals
6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Tour Leader
Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
13 Experiences!
Explore Madrid; capital of Spain
Enjoy a welcome dinner in Madrid
Explore the historic old town of Segovia
Enjoy a night in San Sebastian
Visit Pamplona
Sample local Spanish wines
Enjoy a walking tour of Zaragoza
Visit Andorra and Andorra la Vella; Europe’s highest capital city
See Barcelona’s spectacular architecture on a city driving tour
Enjoy a visit to Peniscola
Get to know Valencia on a guided tour
Feast on a traditional paella dinner in Valencia
Visit the medieval Belmonte Castle
