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12-Day Barcelona, Madrid and San Sebastian

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Overview

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

Spend time in elegant Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the home of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque palaces. Then, take a day trip to ancient Toledo, known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city, it's also the former home of Spanish Renaissance painter, El Greco.

The end of your Spain tour itinerary is in the beautiful beachside city of San Sebastian in the north with the possibility to do an optional excursion to Bilbao and visit the Guggenheim Museum.
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing
Food & Drink
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Hello to Your Spain Tour Itinerary

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Hello to Your Spain Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival at Barcelona Airport, your driver will be waiting for you with a sign. You will then be transferred to your hotel in the city centre. This afternoon you are free to relax and enjoy the electric atmosphere of Barcelona to prepare to begin your Spain tour itinerary.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Barcelona4 star

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    Activities

    BarcelonaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Barcelona

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    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 2

Barcelona Sightseeing

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Barcelona Sightseeing

Located on the Mediterranean Sea in the very north of the Spanish coast, Barcelona is the most cosmopolitan and economically active city in the country. This morning you will go on a sightseeing tour to see Barcelona's most emblematic sights such as the cathedral, Las Ramblas and the Montjuic castle. In the evening go on a walking tour to sample a variety of delicious local tapas dishes.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Barcelona4 star

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    Activities

    Barcelona Highlights

    Barcelona CathedralOptional Activity

    Las Ramblas

    Castell de Montjuic

    Barcelona Tapas Evening Walking Tour

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 3

Free Time in Barcelona

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Free Time in Barcelona

This morning you'll have some free time to enjoy the city of Barcelona. Get lost in the city streets, explore the many museums and art galleries in the city or do a little shopping. Should you wish to do a tour today, this can be arranged for you. In the afternoon, you have the option of embarking on an artistic tour around the city that shows you the best of Gaudi's buildings and famous architecture.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Barcelona4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Barcelona

    Gaudí Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Tour and Artistic: The best of Gaudi with Park Güell Visit

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    Breakfast

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    Barcelona

Day 4

Explore Barcelona

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Explore Barcelona

Today you have another day to explore Barcelona at your leisure. You can visit some of the most important attractions here, such as La Sagrada Familia, Casa Mila or Casa de les Punxes. You can also take the afternoon to admire one of Gaudi's most famous works: Park Guell, a beautiful park with multicoloured mosaics that overlooks the entire city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Barcelona4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Barcelona

    Casa MilàOptional Activity

    Casa de les PunxesOptional Activity

    La Sagrada FamiliaOptional Activity

    Park GüellOptional Activity

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 5

Barcelona to Madrid

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Barcelona to Madrid

Today's rail journey to Madrid is less than 3 hours. Madrid is also the capital of the country and therefore an important political and financial centre of Spain. You will go through the city streets, squares, the most important avenues, and see several world-famous monuments and buildings along the way. In the evening you will take an interesting tapas and history tour around Madrid to visit some of the best food spots in town.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Abeba Madrid4 star

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    Activities

    Madrid Tapas and History Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Zenit Barcelona to Sants Estació

    Train from Barcelona to Madrid

    Private Driver from Parking parks & go Atocha to Hotel Zenit Abeba

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

    Madrid

Day 6

Discover Madrid

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Discover Madrid

Discover the city on a sightseeing tour by joining a group in the morning. You will explore the most impressive city in Spain with a short introduction to the city's history and the most important sites. You'll have the option of eating at a local market, which is the perfect opportunity to taste some of the delicacies of the city. In the afternoon, you'll have free time.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Abeba Madrid4 star

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    Activities

    Madrid Coach Sightseeing Tour

    Plaza de la Villa

    Neptune Fountain

    Free Time in Madrid

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    Restaurants

    Mercado de San Miguel MadridOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 7

Toledo

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Toledo

Discover Toledo, a museum city, by joining a group tour. This city is full of history where several cultures converged. Here you can admire the cathedral, the church of Santo Tome, famous for housing El Greco's most famous picture, the synagogues of Santa Maria la Blanca and El Transito. Some of
these monuments have been declared World Heritage Sites.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Zenit Abeba Madrid4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Madrid

    Toledo Half-Day Morning TourOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Toledo

Day 8

Madrid to San Sebastian

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Madrid to San Sebastian

You'll have a private transfer to the train station to get the train to San Sebastian. When you arrive, you'll be transferred to the hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure. San Sebastian is a city that is rapidly becoming popular due to its scenic position and beautiful beaches.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Palacio de Aiete4 star

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    Activities

    San Sebastián

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Zenit Abeba to train station

    Train from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian

    Private Driver from Donostia-San Sebastian to Hotel Palacio de Aiete

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    San Sebastián

Day 9

San Sebastian

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San Sebastian

You'll have the day free to explore the city and get to know a little bit about the city or you can make the most of the beaches that surround it. Perhaps, you can combine both; San Sebastian's Old Town is sandwiched by two beautiful beaches!

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Palacio de Aiete4 star

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    Activities

    San Sebastián

    Pintxos Tasting in San Sebastian

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    San Sebastián

Day 10

Optional Day Tour to Bilbao

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Optional Day Tour to Bilbao

Bilbao has gone from being a very industrial town to being entirely revitalised. It is the driving force of social and economic development and it is the main factor in the modernisation of the Gulf of Biscay. Ambitious architectural and general infrastructure projects have fuelled the urban and financial regeneration of the city. In the afternoon you can taste the famous "pintxos".

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Palacio de Aiete4 star

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    BilbaoOptional Activity

    Guggenheim MuseumOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    San Sebastián

    Bilbao

Day 11

Free Time in San Sebastian

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Free Time in San Sebastian

The most beautiful aspect of this city is its location, with excellent panoramic views from the mounts Igueldo and Urgull. Today, you could journey to one of these locations to witness this beauty for yourself. Alternatively, you could use this time to visit one of the many museums in the city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Palacio de Aiete4 star

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    Activities

    San Sebastián

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    San Sebastián

Day 12

Goodbye San Sebastian and Spain

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Goodbye San Sebastian and Spain

Transfer to the airport and depart to your next destination.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Palacio de Aiete to San Sebastian Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    San Sebastián

Included in Price

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 10 activities
  • 11 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

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