Enchanting Spain
Experience the colors & flavors of Spain through the cities that reflect its rich history, passionate people, and culture: Madrid, Cordoba, Granada, Seville & Barcelona
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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From its quaint, colorful villages and towering historical monuments to the friendly people and their passion for every flavor life has to offer, get ready to experience the thrill of Spain. Begin your journey in Madrid, the country's frenetic capital city where you will discover layers of history from the Habsburgs and the Bourbons to today. Dive deep into the Spanish Empire's medieval past in Toledo (with a marzipan stop for those with a sweet tooth!). Shout down a windmill in La Mancha, the land of Don Quixote, before you arrive in Cordoba where you'll witness some of the world's most significant examples of Moorish architecture. Learn about flamenco and visit the famous Alhambra complex in Granada and round out your trip with two full days in Barcelona. From the glittering works of Gaudi to sipping sweet local wines at sidewalk cafes, this comprehensive itinerary will take you on an unforgettable journey through this enchanting country.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from New York including taxes & fees
- Flights, ground transportation and transfers within Spain
- 9 nights' accommodation in deluxe hotels
- 15 meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 5 dinners including welcome and farewell dinners with wine
- Professional English-speaking tour director and local guides
- Comprehensive touring program and entrance fees
- Advanced audio headset guided tour system
Why you'll love it
- Explore Madrid's highlights including the Royal Palace, the Plaza Mayor, the Puerta del Sol, the Royal Post Office and Retiro Park.
- Live like a local and bar hop down the streets of Granada, savoring the flavors of tapas and soaking in the traditional atmosphere.
- Learn about the production and methods of creating steel swords, helmets and other handicrafts at a sword-making craft shop in Toledo.
- Enjoy Manchego cheese and wine at one of the four original windmills in La Mancha.
- Tour a 17th-century olive oil mill in Baena that still operates today.
- Paint your own ceramic tile during a workshop in Seville's Triana neighborhood.
- Stroll through the Alhambra, an ornate, fortified palace complex with many enchanting gardens and fountains.
- Dance the flamenco during a private beginner’s lesson.
- Admire Seville's eye-catching Alcázar, a royal palace blending Mudejar architecture with Islamic, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque elements.
- Wander through the parks, art galleries and museums of Montjuïc Hill and enjoy a sweeping view of Barcelona from this vantage point.
- Discover the fascinating architectural style of Antoni Gaudí with a visit to one of his greatest masterpieces: the Sagrada Familia.
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Check in for your overnight flight to Madrid
Day 2 Madrid
- Arrive in Madrid, transfer to your hotel
- This evening, meet your fellow travelers for a welcome drink and orientation, followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Barcelo Torre de Madrid or similarDinner
Day 3 Madrid
- Enjoy a guided city tour of Madrid
- Visit the famous Prado Museum
Barcelo Torre de Madrid or similarBreakfast
Day 4 Madrid, Toledo & Castilla-La Mancha
- Explore Toledo, the first capital of the Spanish Empire
- Stroll through the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter
- Learn about sword-making at a traditional steel workshop
- Experience a hands-on marzipan workshop
- See the windmills made famous by Cervantes' Don Quixote
- Savor Manchego cheese and wine at one of the original windmills
Hotel La Caminera Club de Campo or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 5 Castilla-La Mancha, Cordoba, Baena & Granada
- Visit the Mosque-Catherdral of Cordoba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Taste the wines of the Montilla-Moriles Region at a family-run winery
- Explore a 17th-century olive oil mill
- Continue to Granada
Barcelo Granada Congress or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 6 Granada
- Explore the famous Alhambra palace and gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Admire the Generalife Gardens
- Learn about Flamenco gypsy culture in Sacromonte and their cave houses
- Go bar hopping and taste delicious tapas at traditional bars
Barcelo Granada Congress or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 7 Granada, Ronda & Seville
- Admire the impressive gorge that separates Ronda's medieval and modern quarters
- Try your hand at traditional Triana ceramic art at a workshop in Seville
Hotel Barcelo Sevilla Renacimiento or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Seville
- Visit the Royal Alcázar and the Gothic Cathedral
- Learn the basics of flamenco at a private workshop
- Enjoy a professional flamenco show over dinner
Hotel Barcelo Sevilla Renacimiento or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 9 Seville & Barcelona
- Flight from Seville to Barcelona
- Enjoy amazing views of Barcelona from Montjuïc Hill
- Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and the Gothic Quarter
Ohla Eixample or similarBreakfast
Day 10 Barcelona
- Discover the works of Gaudí
- Visit the famous Basílica de la Sagrada Familia
- Bid farewell to Spain over a final dinner with your fellow travelers
Ohla Eixample or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 11 Depart Barcelona/Arrive USA
- Transfer to Barcelona Airport for your return flight
- Arrive in the USA later today
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Spain?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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