9-Day Culture and Gastronomy in Northern Spain

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Discover on this walking tour the most emblematic buildings from the Renaissance and Baroque period of Madrid. Hapsburg style is the name given to Madrid when the Hapsburg dynasty reigned in Spain and the buildings that were built in that time. You'll explore the Royal Palaces and other monuments in Madrid during this tour, then the afternoon will be free for you to enjoy. You may want to visit the Plaza Mayor or the Reina Sofia Museum.

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Today, you'll travel by high-speed train to Toledo, a city steeped in history and known as the city of 'Three Cultures'. In only half an hour, you will arrive in Toledo from Madrid. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy a half-day private tour to explore the monumental city of Toledo, formerly the Spanish Empire capital. You'll visit the Toledo Cathedral, the Church of Santo Tome and the El Greco Museum among other important sights. After your tour, you'll jump back on the train to return to Madrid.

This morning, you'll pick up your rental car at the Avis desk and start driving towards La Rioja, the journey will take around seven hours, depending on how often you stop to take photos and for rests. Upon arrival at your hotel in La Rioja, you'll check-in and then have the rest of the evening to relax as you wish and explore the area.

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Today you'll enjoy a full-day private tour and explore the famous Rioja Wine area. This tour is essential for wine lovers during which you'll be visiting two outstanding wineries with tastings included. Explore this unique and privileged region with its monumental medieval villages and 12,000 hectares of vineyards offering some of the world's best wines. You will observe the extensive wine culture, learn about the process of winemaking, admire the scenery and even taste La Rioja's specialities.

Following breakfast at the hotel, you'll once again jump in your hire car and travel to a new destination on your itinerary. San Sebastian is one of the major cities in the Basque region, a region famed for its food, wine, romantic landscapes and glorious beaches. It is an endlessly fascinating place to visit and after checking in to your hotel, you'll have the rest of the evening to explore as you wish.

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Today, you'll have most of the morning and afternoon to enjoy as you wish, taking in this incredible Basque county city and perhaps visiting the museum. In the late afternoon, you'll enjoy a private Spanish food tour in San Sebastian with the company of your local guide; a unique experience through the picturesque streets of this lively city. You'll be taken to some of the best and most hidden secret spots to enjoy delicious local dishes known as pintxos!

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Today, you'll leave San Sebastian behind and head off in your hire car to the city of Bilbao. Here, you'll explore Bilbao in the company of your private tour guide who will tell you all you need to know about the area and allow you to ask any questions you like! Discover the secrets of the city and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city. You'll visit the Guggenheim Museum but you'll also be able to make as many stops as you like as the guide is your entire disposal.