SPAIN – Barcelona & Madrid

About this Tour

Explore the Highlights of Spain which offers a unique opportunity to journey through Barcelona in the Catalonia region, known for excellent beaches and shoreline hotels where you can relax and enjoy the entrancing Mediterranean.

Continue to the Spanish capital of Madrid best described as the city of endless fun and unlimited sophistication. After a few days in Madrid, your tour continues by traveling south to the romantic Seville, Andalusia’s capital city.

Enjoy included guided tours along the way to one of the world’s finest collections of Europen art, Plaza de España, Cibeles Fountain, Parque del Buen Retiro together with the popular Flamenco show or Zarzuela Operetta.

Itinerary

DAY 1: BARCELONA, SPAIN

Bienvenido—welcome to sunny Spain! Your Local Host is on hand to help you create lasting memories in the enchanting capital of Catalonia.

DAY 2: BARCELONA

Morning guided sightseeing and orientation starting from Plaza Catalunya includes a drive along elegant Passeig de Gràcia to see the captivating façade of La Pedrera and to visit Gaudi’s CASA BATLLÓ. Passing through the central Eixample district you reach the extraordinary but still unfinished SAGRADA FAMILIA BASILICA. Your included entrance fees contribute to its completion.

DAY 3: BARCELONA

A full day to enjoy this splendid city at your own pace. Your Local Host may recommend an excursion to Montserrat, a guided walk through La Boqueria and tapas tasting, or the spectacular Magic Fountain water show.

DAY 4: BARCELONA – MADRID

This morning, travel by HIGH-SPEED AVE TRAIN (first-class) to Madrid, arriving in the early afternoon.

DAY 5: MADRID

Morning guided sightseeing and orientation features a visit to the palatial PRADO MUSEUM to admire one of the world’s finest collections of European art. Also see the Plaza de España, Parliament, Cibeles Fountain, Orient Square with the ornate Royal Palace, Parque del Buen Retiro (Park of the Pleasant Retreat), and the Neoclassical Puerta de Alcalá monument.

DAY 6: MADRID

Today you may choose to journey out of town to Seville or Toledo. In the evening, maybe attend a popular Flamenco show or Zarzuela operetta. Your Local Host will have many suggestions for you.

DAY 7: MADRID

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

More Info

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Accommodation based on double occupancy.
Buffet breakfast daily.
Travel by high-speed AVE train (first class) between Barcelona & Madrid; transfer to/ from train stations.
Local host service and destination guide with city map.
Sightseeing and Activities with a local guide, inside visits.

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:

Airfares