From the festive squares of Madrid to the Sierra Nevada foothills and the Mediterranean coastline, this journey through Spain showcases a landscape as intricate as its history and people. Immerse yourself in the unique culture and traditions of each region.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Madrid
Begin your trip with an overnight flight to Madrid.
Day 2 - Madrid
A Go Ahead representative greets you at Madrid’s airport and then escorts you to your hotel. Meet the rest of your group at this evening’s included dinner. (B in flight, D)
Day 3 - Madrid
On your guided tour of Madrid, view the collection of Spanish art at the Prado museum and tour the 2,800-room interior of the Royal Palace. For a delectable Castillian meal, opt for our Traditional Spanish Evening. (B)
$79
Traditional Spanish Evening
Indulge in an evening of succulent Castillian cuisine at Los Galayos, a restaurant on the Plaza Mayor. Revel in the traditional atmosphere while you feast on gazpacho, roasted potatoes and roast suckling pig in an ancient Castillian cellar.
Day 4 - Madrid
Enjoy a free day in Madrid. Relax in one of Plaza Mayor’s many cafés, or visit the Parque del Buen Retiro, featuring an Egyptian fountain at its center. Or join an optional excursion to the former Spanish capital of Toledo. (B)
$115
Toledo
One of Spain’s oldest and most beautiful cities, Toledo served as the Spanish capital until 1561. After a chance to explore the labyrinth of medieval alleyways that make up the heart of the city, visit one of Europe’s oldest synagogues at El Tránsito.
Day 5 - Seville
Travel via high-speed AVE train to Córdoba. Upon arrival, you’ll have a guided tour and visit the 8th-century Mezquita, a fascinating blend of Christian and Moorish architecture. Continue on to sunny Seville. (B, D)
Day 6 - Seville
Visit Seville’s massive cathedral and the dazzling Alcázar, an excellent example of mudéjar architecture, during today’s guided tour. The afternoon is free to discover Seville on your own. Tonight, enjoy a night of dinner and dance at our optional Flamenco Evening. (B)
$99
Flamenco Evening
Experience the exciting aura surrounding flamenco dancing. A unique dance form, flamenco combines guitar playing, singing, clapping and dancing.
Day 7 - Costa del Sol
Explore the British colony of Gibraltar during an excursion to the very tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Known for its namesake limestone rock and famed as one of two Pillars of Hercules in Greco-Roman times, this gateway to Northern Africa is an exotic mix of British, Spanish and African influences. Then head to the Costa del Sol, Spain’s resort region. (B, D)
Day 8 - Costa del Sol
Enjoy a free day in Costa del Sol, or opt to travel across the Straits of Gibraltar to Morocco. (B)
$175
Morocco
Venture to mystical Morocco, a country that sits on Africa's northern tip.
Day 9 - Granada
Transfer to Granada, the last bastion of Moorish rule in Spain, and tour the opulent 14th-century Alhambra, the hilltop fortress palace of Spain’s last Muslim rulers. Washington Irving collected local legends—set in the Alhambra’s courtyards—while living nearby. (B, D)
Day 10 - Valencia
On the way to Valencia, stop in the district of Guadix, the Andalusian town where many of the residents live in underground caves. Continue on to Valencia, known for its orange groves and annual Fallas celebration, a fiesta of bonfires, music and fireworks. (B)
Day 11 - Valencia
On today’s guided tour of Valencia, travel along the city’s boulevards and past its bell towers to the cathedral, where you can view the chalice said to be the Holy Grail. Then continue on to Alonja and the Fallas Museum. (B, D)
Day 12 - Barcelona
Travel north to Barcelona, stopping in the historical seaport of Tarragona. The city boasts an impressive array of Roman ruins, beautiful beaches and delicious cuisine (including the rich romesco sauce). (B, D)
Day 13 - Barcelona
View the many highlights of Barcelona as you tour the city with an expert guide. Take in views of the Columbus Monument, the 14th-century Barrio Gótico and Montjuïc Hill. You’ll see La Sagrada Familia (Church of the Holy Family), Gaudí’s famous landmark; then explore more of Gaudí’s work during your visits to the Parque Güell and La Pedrera. This afternoon, join our optional excursion to Montserrat. (B)
$99
Montserrat
Journey to the picturesque town of Montserrat, whose rugged mountain setting inspired the composer Richard Wagner as he wrote Parsifal.
Day 14 - Barcelona
Board your flight home, or remain in Barcelona for our two-night tour extension. (B)
Extend Your Stay
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Barcelona has long been called "the Great Enchantress" and it's easy to see why. From the twisting gothic quarter to the whimsical creations of Antoni Gaudí and the modernist, egalitarian beauty of the Eixample district, the cityscape leaves you reeling with its architectural eye candy. Its music, theater, art, gastronomy, fashion, and architecture set the pace for European chic, and its nightlife will have you dancing til dawn.