This 7-day tour of Spain starts in the 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.
Spend time 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.This 7-day tour of Spain starts in the 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.
Spend time 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.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Hello Spain and Welcome to Madrid
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Upon arrival at Madrid Airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign. They will transfer you to your hotel. This afternoon you are free to relax before enjoying a tapas walking tour where you'll get a true taste for Madrid.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara★4 star
Activities
Madrid Tapas and History Tour
Transportations
Private Driver from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD), Avenida de la Hispanidad, Madrid, Spain to Hotel NH Madrid Nacional, Paseo del Prado, Madrid, Spain
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Madrid
Day 2
Madrid and Toledo Sightseeing
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You will visit the most impressive city in Spain, which is also the capital of the country and therefore an important political and financial centre. You will go through the streets, squares and the most important avenues, and see several world-famous monuments and buildings. In the afternoon, you will discover Toledo, located 70 km away from Madrid and a beautiful museum-like city declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara★4 star
Activities
Habsburgs Madrid Walking Tour and Historic Center
Oeste Park
Plaza de la Villa
Neptune Fountain
Toledo City Tour
Synagogue of Santa Maria La Blanca
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
Toledo
Day 3
Free Time in Madrid
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You'll have free time to enjoy the city. 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.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara★4 star
Activities
Prado MuseumOptional Activity
Reina Sofia MuseumOptional Activity
Thyssen-Bornemisza MuseumOptional Activity
Restaurants
Mercado de San Miguel MadridOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
Day 4
Your 7-Day Tour of Spain in Barcelona
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Today's rail journey to Barcelona is just 3 hours, the next stop on your 7-day tour of Spain. Then, you'll find yourself in the eclectic city of Barcelona, founded as a Roman city in the Middle Ages, it is now one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel is surrounded by art galleries, university gardens, the Gothic Quarter and many interesting shopping streets.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample★3 star
Activities
Barcelona Tapas Evening Walking Tour
Transportations
Train from Madrid to Barcelona
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Madrid
Barcelona
Day 5
Discover Barcelona
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Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city that incorporates in its urban street pattern with many Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernism architectural style in the country.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample★3 star
Activities
Barcelona Highlights
Las Ramblas
Gaudí Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Tour and Artistic: The best of Gaudi with Park Güell Visit
La Sagrada Familia
Casa Batllo
Casa Milà
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Day 6
Montserrat and Free Time
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In the morning, visit Montserrat is a rocky mountain outcrop that is dotted with churches and monasteries, some of which are abandoned. It is considered to be the most important mountain of Catalonia, a truly sacred place. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore Barcelona one last time.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample★3 star
Activities
Montserrat Monasteries
Free Time in Barcelona
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Monestir de Montserrat
Day 7
Goodbye Barcelona
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Have some breakfast before getting your private transfer to Barcelona Airport.
Transportations
Private Driver from Barcelona to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
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What’s included?
6 nights accommodation
15 activities
6 breakfasts and 2 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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Benefits of this trip
Spain in 7 days
4-star, 3-star accommodation
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