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11-Day Madrid, Andalusia and Barcelona

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Overview

The majority of Spain's towns and villages in the Andalusian region bear witness to the peak of Andalusia’s artistic heritage over the ages.

This 11-day trip starts in elegant Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces. Then spend some time in Seville, a city full of culture, history and fabulous shops and restaurants to enjoy at your leisure. Take a day trip to ancient Toledo, known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city and former home of Mannerist painter El Greco.

After you will head to Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia and a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernism architectural style. Barcelona is also home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, one of Spain's most-loved and most-treasured.

During this southern Spain tour, you can discover the most beautiful sites of cultural heritage at your own pace.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Madrid

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Arrival in Madrid

Welcome to Spain! Today, you'll arrive in Madrid where a driver will be waiting to pick you up at the airport. You will then be transferred to your hotel in the city centre before enjoying a free afternoon to explore and get acquainted with Spain's capital city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Madrid

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport to Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 2

Explore Madrid

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Explore Madrid

Today you'll explore the most important city in Spain, Madrid, on a driving sightseeing tour by coach. This elegant city with manicured gardens and boulevards is renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces. Whilst you pass by some of the most emblematic monuments in the city, your guide will explain the rich history and culture that is found in Madrid.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Madrid Coach Sightseeing Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 3

Southern Spain Tour from Cordoba to Seville

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Southern Spain Tour from Cordoba to Seville

This morning take a train from Madrid to Cordoba, which is only around 1.5-hours away. Cordoba is a World Heritage city, and you will embark on a walking tour to visit the magnificent Mosque-Cathedral, Viana Palace and the Alcazar. You will then continue your journey in the afternoon to the most emblematic Andalusian city, Seville, a highlight in all southern Spain tours.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Sevilla Viapol4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Classical Cordoba Walking Tour

    Free Time in Cordoba

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    Transportations

    Train from Madrid to Córdoba

    Train from Córdoba to Seville

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Córdoba

    Seville

Day 4

Seville Sightseeing

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Seville Sightseeing

Today, venture out into Seville to discover this stunning city and its main streets, avenues and monuments. Visit the University, the Old Tobacco Factory, the Plaza de España, San Telmo Palace, The Golden Tower, Isabel II Bridge and the Macarena Basilica. Then Santa Cruz's Jewish quarters, a labyrinth of narrow streets and the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. Finish at the Royal Alcazares and the largest gothic cathedral in the world, the Cathedral of Seville, and the Cristopher Columbus tomb.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Sevilla Viapol4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Seville City Tour

    Free Time in Seville

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Seville

Day 5

Seville to Granada and Sightseeing Tour

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Seville to Granada and Sightseeing Tour

This morning take a 4-hour high-speed train to Granada. Go on a tour to the old Arab quarter Albaycin, with winding streets of its Medieval Moorish past. Walking through its streets is the best way to discover the typical urban layout and to understand how its inhabitants lived in Granada. Then visit Sacromonte, the gypsy quarter of Granada, most famous for the gypsy caves. In the evening you have the option of attending a flamenco show.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Granada Centro4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Albayzín and Sacromonte Neighbourhoods

    Granada Flamenco ShowOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Train from Seville to Granada

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Seville

    Granada

Day 6

Granada to Madrid and Free Time

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Granada to Madrid and Free Time

Today you'll leave Granada and head back to Madrid. You will then have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish. Places you may wish to visit include the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum, Thyssen Museum, Retiro Park, The Crystal Palace, Las Letras neighbourhood, The Debod Temple, Almudena Cathedral, or the Salamanca and Recoletos districts for some high-end shopping.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Madrid

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    Transportations

    Train from Granada to Madrid

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Granada

    Madrid

Day 7

Toledo Day Trip and Free Time

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Toledo Day Trip and Free Time

Today you'll leave Madrid and visit Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Toledo is a beautiful artistic city and a beautiful example of the history of cooperation between the Arabs, Jews and Christians of historical Spain. Whilst in Toledo, you can visit the Jewish Quarter, where you'll find the Synagogue of El Transito and Synagogue of Santa Maria La Blanca. Other interesting sites to visit whilst in Toledo are the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes and San Bartolome Church.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Toledo City TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Toledo

Day 8

Madrid to Barcelona

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Madrid to Barcelona

Today's rail journey to Barcelona is just three hours. Barcelona was founded as a Roman city, in the Middle Ages and is now one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea. Your hotel is flanked by art galleries, the university gardens, the Gothic Quarter and many interesting shopping streets. In the afternoon you have the option to visit the Barcelona Cathedral or spend some time in the famous Picasso Museum.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Exe Cristal Palace4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Picasso MuseumOptional Activity

    Barcelona CathedralOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Train from Madrid to Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Barcelona

Day 9

Barcelona Sightseeing and Free Time

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Barcelona Sightseeing and Free Time

Half-day excursion around historic Barcelona. Its early city centre, surrounded by walls during Roman times, makes up the Gothic Quarter with narrow streets and home to Gothic buildings and medieval palaces. Architects such as Gaudí, Doménech i Montaner and Puig i Cadafalch have left many outstanding buildings such as Sagrada Familia, Casa Milà La Pedrera, Palau de la Música Catalana and the Sant Pau Hospital.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Exe Cristal Palace4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Barcelona Highlights

    Free Time in Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 10

Montserrat Day Trip

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Montserrat Day Trip

Montserrat is a rocky mountain located 50 kilometres from Barcelona. It is considered the most significant and important mountains of Catalonia. The mountain is considered to be sacred, with many monasteries and churches to explore, some are abandoned. In the afternoon you have some free time in Barcelona, where you can visit some of Gaudi's beautiful works such as Casa Milà or Casa Batlló.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Exe Cristal Palace4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Montserrat Monasteries

    Casa MilàOptional Activity

    Casa BatlloOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

    Monestir de Montserrat

Day 11

Goodbye Spain!

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Goodbye Spain!

After one last breakfast at your hote,l it is time for your departure from Spain. A private driver will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby to transfer you to the airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Barcelona to Barcelona–El Prat Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 10 breakfasts and 1 lunch
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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