5-Day Spanish Delights: Barcelona to Madrid

What you'll experience

Highlights

5 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Barcelona - Valencia - Alicante

   After having breakfast at the hotel, you'll leave Barcelona for Spain's third largest city, Valencia. In Valencia's history, the city was celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It's commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish and Arab culture and food. Although today's Valencia is less prominent, it's still an important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year.
   Upon arrival, you will visit the Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia's Ancient City Gates and the Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is preserved.a photo stop at Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. After the tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante.

   

   Valencia Cathedral

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Campanile Alicante
2. 2

   Day 2 — Alicante - Granada

   In the morning, you depart for the city of Granada on the plateau of the Andalusian province. This historic city has been ruled by the Visigoths and Arabs. It became the last stronghold of the Arab dynasty during its eight-hundred- year-long rule of the Iberian Peninsula. In the 15th century, King Ferdinand successfully expelled the Arabs and managed to unite Spain. You would enter and visit the Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, also known as the Red Palace. Alternatively, heading to visit the old city of Granada, with its exquisite and delicate architecture. Following that, embark on a drive to the Mijas, a self-paid group activity, to visit famous white village and winding streets, charming nooks and crannies, flower decked house and numerous tiny squares.
   Due to limited daily access control in Alhambra Palace, and to avoid disappointment, we recommend customer who strongly request to visit this place to book tickets online in advance on https://www.alhambra-patronato.es/
   Reservation visit time: 1:30- 2:30pm.

   

   Alhambra Palace

   

   Mijas

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Restaurant Campanile Malaga Airport
3. 3

   Day 3 — Granada - Seville

   In the morning, Embark on a self-paid group activity in the morning and head to Ronda, the birthplace of Spanish bullfighters. Ronda proudly holds the distinction of being home to Spain's oldest bullring, where the love, hatred, and passion of the fighters of that era were witnessed. Despite its seemingly serene facade, Ronda emanates a vibrant Spanish charm that is unmatched. The town's romantic and peaceful white houses perched on the dramatic cliffs serve as a testament to its allure.
   After the group activity to Ronda or Mijas the tour will go northbound to the largest city of the autonomous region of Andalusia, Seville. This city was the capital of the Muslim dynasty, considered to be the guardian angel of culture in Andalusia and the birthplace of the flamenco dance. Seville is the primary setting of many operas, of which the best known is Bizet's Carmen. As the fourth largest city in Spain, it has hosted the Universal Exposition of Seville in 1992. Upon arrival, you will visit the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. Its completion dates back to the early 16th century and now the cathedral halls serve as the Royal Chapel, the burial place of the kings for over a century. The tomb of Christopher Columbus, who discovered the New World, is also in the church as a credit to the great navigator.
   From there onwards you will see the Alcázar of Seville, which used to be a Muslim palace and a Spanish Royal Palace. The upper levels of the Alcázar are still used by the royal family as the official Seville residence today, which makes it the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe. It was registered in 1987 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, along with the Seville Cathedral. We will walk to Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro (the Tower of Gold) and Maria Luisa Park, where the 1992 World Expo was located. In Plaza de España (Spain Square), you can admire crafted porcelain paintings, detailing the history and elegance of historical Spain.

   

   Ronda Town

   

   Alcazar of Seville

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel YIT Via Sevilla Mairena, YIT Vereda Real
4. 4

   Day 4 — Seville - Lisbon

   Today the tour departs for the capital and the largest city of Portugal, Lisbon. You are expected to arrive in Cabo da Roca (Cape Roca) in the afternoon. This is the most western extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe. At the cape, you can see the enormous Atlantic Ocean surrounded by endless scenery. Don’t forget to buy the remembrance certificate to prove that you once set foot on the west point.
   Later we will head back to the Lisbon city centre and visit the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both were classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Belem Tower was important during the Age of Discovery, as this was the place where the ships would depart. The Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most prominent examples of Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon. You will pass through the Marquis of Pombal Square and then stop at the Rossio Square for some free time. Those who are interested in Portuguese custard tarts can taste the authentic ones at a century-old bakery.

   

   Belem Tower

   

   Monument to the Discoveries

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
5. 5

   Day 5 — Lisbon - Toledo - Madrid

   We'll drive back to Madrid via Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986. We'll visit the grand structure of Toledo Cathedral overlooking the Alcazar of Toledo. Later, take a well-earned rest. Sit back and take in the breathtaking landscapes of Spain while we make our way back to Madrid.

   

   Toledo Cathedral

   

   Toledo city

   

   Alcazar of Toledo

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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Meeting & drop-off

Cancellation policy

Important info

Special notes

• Please prepare enough Euros. You are recommended to exchange the Euros 1-2 weeks before the departure date at your local bank. It is not that convenient and cost-efficient for the exchange at destincation's ATMs, airports or railway stations due to the exchange rate.
• There might be some adjustment on tour per the actual situation, due to the COVID-19, please understand.
• Effective January 01, 2020, we will make a brief stop near the Alhambra Palace for photos only. There will no longer be time allotted for the interior tour of the Alhambra Complex.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Child applies when child of 2-11 years stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room.
* Child younger than 2 years of age travels for free, provided they do not occupy a seat on the bus, or a bed in the room.
* Tour prices are based on Euros (EUR) and converted into US dollars (USD). Constant fluctuations in the exchange rate cause prices to change on a regular basis. You will be charged the price based on the applicable exchange rate at the time of payment. All transactions are final. We do not offer discounts or compensation to those citing lower prices at a later date. Bookings will be subject to penalties when modified or cancelled.

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