Discover Spain’s most popular and picturesque cities, towns and coastal gems. Visit Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Pamplona and San Sebastian.
Starting from the capital Madrid, travel to northern Spain and be charmed by San Sebastian, Zaragoza and Barcelona. Taste authentic paella in Valencia and Spanish wine in the heart of the Aragon region. Along the way, explore lesser-known gems and charming medieval towns such as Alquézar, Peñíscola, and Segovia!
Hotel in Madrid
Hotel in Madrid
6 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
6 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
6 Breakfasts | 3 Dinners
6 Breakfasts
3 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Madrid | 10:00 AM
Hotel in Madrid | 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (traffic dependant)
Welcome to the start of your Spanish adventure! Meet your tour leader and group at the hotel in Madrid this morning. Then, head out on a guided tour of Spain’s capital city. Visit top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more! This evening, enjoy a Spanish welcome dinner.
Wander the streets of Madrid and see top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more!
Wander the streets of Madrid and see top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more!
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
This morning, enjoy a comfort stop in Segovia, a picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site city, en route to San Sebastian. Arrive and embark on an orientation tour of the enchanting old town. A foodie’s paradise, San Sebastian is known for its Basque gastronomy, so this evening is best spent exploring the beachfront bars and indulging in pintxo.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s highlights! Discover the ancient Roman aqueduct, the Alcazar (royal palace) and Segovia Cathedral.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s highlights! Discover the ancient Roman aqueduct, the Alcazar (royal palace) and Segovia Cathedral.
Relax on the beach and then get to know the locals as you hit the bars for traditional pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!!
Relax on the beach and then get to know the locals as you hit the bars for traditional pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!!
Today’s first stop is Pamplona, famed for the running of the bulls and its medieval old town. Then, head to Zaragoza and enjoy a wine tasting and walking tour. Admire this historic city’s Roman, Moorish, Jewish, and Christian influences which shine through landmarks like the Basílica del Pilar, Aljafería Palace and the Roman theatre.
Admire the Baroque facade of the town hall in Plaza Consistorial, the Gothic church of San Saturnino and the 13th-century Cámara de Comptos.
Admire the Baroque facade of the town hall in Plaza Consistorial, the Gothic church of San Saturnino and the 13th-century Cámara de Comptos.
Drive through gorgeous wine growing regions en route to Zaragoza before tasting local Spanish wines upon arrival. Grape varieties include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Albariño and Macabeo.
Drive through gorgeous wine growing regions en route to Zaragoza before tasting local Spanish wines upon arrival. Grape varieties include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Albariño and Macabeo.
Experience the legacy of this city’s diverse cultures. The city centre is compact and easy to walk around; perfect for an evening stroll.
Experience the legacy of this city’s diverse cultures. The city centre is compact and easy to walk around; perfect for an evening stroll.
Travel to Barcelona with exciting stops en route! Visit a traditional olive oil press. Then, explore the hilltop village of Alquézar set against the breathtaking Pyrenees. On arrival in Barcelona, enjoy a driving tour to see highlights like the Sagrada Família, Plaça d’Espanya, and stunning vistas from Montjuïc. Check in for a two-night stay and unwind with a group dinner.
Experience a traditional, family-run olive oil press. Discover how olive oil, one of Spain’s most prized exports, is made and enjoy a guided tasting.
Experience a traditional, family-run olive oil press. Discover how olive oil, one of Spain’s most prized exports, is made and enjoy a guided tasting.
Enjoy an orientation tour of this hilltop town before enjoying free time to explore its medieval streets, panoramic viewpoints, and Moorish architecture.
Enjoy an orientation tour of this hilltop town before enjoying free time to explore its medieval streets, panoramic viewpoints, and Moorish architecture.
In this city renowned for its unique architecture, see incredible sights such as the fantastical Sagrada Família, and more of Antoni Gaudí’s spectacular modernist landmarks.
In this city renowned for its unique architecture, see incredible sights such as the fantastical Sagrada Família, and more of Antoni Gaudí’s spectacular modernist landmarks.
Get acquainted with Barcelona’s vibrant energy during this free day! Choose to join the Highlights of Barcelona optional excursion. Visit the magnificent Sagrada Família. Palau Güell, La Boqueria market and the Gothic Quarter. Alternatively, walk along Las Ramblas or explore museums and art galleries. Join tonight’s unmissable optional excursion to see a traditional Flamenco show this evening!
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
Leave Barcelona behind and travel south down the coast towards Valencia, stopping in Peniscola. Discover its historic old town, beautiful promenade and sandy beach overlooked by an imposing castle built by the Knights Templar. After arriving in Valencia, enjoy a guided tour of this thriving port city. Round off the day with a farewell paella dinner this evening.
Stop in picturesque Peniscola, a fortified seaport with a 14th-century castle once home to Pope Benedict XIII. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploration.
Stop in picturesque Peniscola, a fortified seaport with a 14th-century castle once home to Pope Benedict XIII. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploration.
Experience Valencia’s bold architecture (both contemporary and art nouveau). See the City of Arts and Sciences complex, Colón Market, Turia Gardens and the Cathedral.
Experience Valencia’s bold architecture (both contemporary and art nouveau). See the City of Arts and Sciences complex, Colón Market, Turia Gardens and the Cathedral.
Enjoy a fabulous dinner, featuring paella in the city where this classic dish is so revered.
Enjoy a fabulous dinner, featuring paella in the city where this classic dish is so revered.
The journey continues through the historic La Mancha region, made famous by the legend of Don Quixote. Later, explore the medieval Castillo de Belmonte. This castle’s interiors are dominated by spectacular stucco works in the Gothic and Moorish styles and a beautiful Neo-Gothic courtyard. Arrive back in Madrid this afternoon for the end of the tour. ¡Buen Viaje!
Discover this beautifully restored, medieval castle which was built in the 15th century on the hill of San Cristobal.
Discover this beautifully restored, medieval castle which was built in the 15th century on the hill of San Cristobal.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s highlights! Discover the ancient Roman aqueduct, the Alcazar (royal palace) and Segovia Cathedral.
Drive through gorgeous wine growing regions en route to Zaragoza before tasting local Spanish wines upon arrival. Grape varieties include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Albariño and Macabeo.
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
Enjoy a fabulous dinner, featuring paella in the city where this classic dish is so revered.
Discover this beautifully restored, medieval castle which was built in the 15th century on the hill of San Cristobal.
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Travel on the 1st leg of the combo tour to experience 7 days in Spain & Andorra
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Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Madrid, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
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If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.
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All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.
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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.
This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.