11 days tour

Northern Spain (11 Days)

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Northern Spain (11 Days)

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Oviedo: Say salut to traditional Asturian cider and enjoy a local Be My Guest lunch and cider tasting with the Castanon family at their Cider Mill near Oviedo. Madrid: Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid, where youโ€™ll have time to admire its extraordinary collection of European art dating from the 12th to early 20th centuries. Barcelona: With your Local Specialist, see Las Ramblas and the elegant Passeig de Grร cia to take in some of the cityโ€™s finest Modernist architecture. Journey past the beautiful faรงades of the Eixample district to see Gaudiโ€™s extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerising Sagrada Famรญlia. Pamplona: Spend time exploring this city, known for its annual Running with the Bulls festival. San Sebastiรกn: Stroll through San Sebastiรกnโ€™s golden-hued Old Town and see the iconic Bahรญa de la Concha beach. Bilbao: See the architectural landmark Guggenheim Museum. Picos de Europa: Admire the stunning lush scenery and distant rocky peaks of the Picos de Europa. Picos de Europa: Visit the holy cave of Covadonga and see the tomb of Pelayo, the first King of Asturias, who is celebrated for winning the Battle of Covadonga. Luarca: Stop along the Way of Saint James at Luarca to appreciate the natural setting and historic charm of this quaint fishing village. Santiago de Compostela: Join a Local Specialist on a visit to Praza do Obradoiro and admire the cathedral faรงade festooned with architectural frills. Zamora: See the cathedral of Zamora and the 12th-century Church of Mary Magdalene during an orientation with your Travel Director. Salamanca: See the handsome arcaded Plaza Mayor, the honey-coloured cathedral and the 16th-century university buildings as you explore the city with a Local Specialist. Madrid: See the highlights of the city with your Local Specialist. Visit the Old Town, travelling along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, past the Cibeles fountain, Cervantes Monument and Royal Palace. Barcelona: In Barcelona, the talented team at Mescladis, an initiative promoting work opportunities to people victim from social exclusion, introduces us to local and seasonal flavours during our Welcome Dinner. Your experience supports UN Global Goal 4 Quality Education and 10 Reduced Inequalities. Explore Barcelona, Santiago de Compostela, Salamanca and Madrid Discover Pamplona, San Sebastiรกn, Bilbao, Santander and Oviedo Discover Pamplona, San Sebastiรกn, Bilbao and Oviedo Visit the Holy Cave of Covadonga, the fishing village of Luarca, St. James Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela and the Prado Museum in Madrid View La Sagrada Famรญlia in Barcelona, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Cathedral and University of Salamanca An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Meals

1 Welcome Reception (WR) 10 Breakfast (B) 2 Dinner (D) 1 Lunch (L)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Accommodation

Abba Sants Barcelona Hotel Tres Reyes Pamplona Santemar Exe Oviedo Centro Santiago Plaza by Melia Gran Corona Sol Rafael Atocha

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your clientโ€™s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Other activities and services not included

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Itinerary of your trip Northern Spain (11 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Barcelona

      Trace the treasures of the north on this grand expedition from Barcelona to Madrid, easing yourself into la buena vida as only the Spaniards can. Take the day to delve into centuries of history and the cosmopolitan culture of Barcelona, rambling up Las Ramblas, people-watching in Plaรงa de Catalunya and admiring the whimsical architecture of Gaudรญ. This evening, youโ€™ll meet with your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Make Travel Matterยฎ Welcome Reception at Mescladis, followed by an evening drive to see the cityโ€™s iconic sights.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Discover Vibrant Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Discover Vibrant Barcelona

      Join our Local Specialist today as we take in the Gaudi architecture of Passeig De Gracia before admiring the exterior of his unfinished La Sagrada Familia. Later, we pay tribute to Christopher Columbus as we pass the seaside monument that bears his name. Spend the rest of the day on your own to explore the cityโ€™s enchanting barrios. Consider joining an Optional Experience to the mountain-top monastery of Montserrat to see the shrine of the Black Madonna - affectionately known in Catalonia as La Moreneta.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Journey To Pamplona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Journey To Pamplona

      The feisty former capital of Navarre takes centre stage. We follow in the footsteps of thousands of exhilarated runners and hot-blooded bulls today. See Pamplonaโ€™s ancient city walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets, tournaments and even bullfighting have taken place.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Off To Culinary San Sebastiรกn And On To Santander
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Off To Culinary San Sebastiรกn And On To Santander

      Today, we journey to the sophisticated culinary capital of San Sebastiรกn. See the beautiful Bahรญa de la Concha beach or stroll along la calle 31 de Agosto in the Old Town. Our next stop is Bilbao to view the modern Guggenheim Museum, designed by talented architect Frank Gehry. We arrive in Santander later this afternoon for a two-night stay.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Sophisticated Santander Your Way
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sophisticated Santander Your Way

      Spend the day at leisure in elegant Santander. Relax on the sun-kissed shores of one of the nearby beaches, amble through the charming Old Town or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the coastal town of Comillas, with its cobbled streets. Here you will explore Gaudรญโ€™s El Capricho, built in the late 19th century as a summer villa, then carry on to Santillana del Mar to visit the museum dedicated to the impressive UNESCO-listed Altamira Caves.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Scenic Landscapes, Quaint Towns And Oviedo Connect With Locals
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Scenic Landscapes, Quaint Towns And Oviedo Connect With Locals

      Spectacular scenery awaits today as you travel through the dramatic Picos de Europa which sits between two main pilgrim routes where you will encounter several quaint historic market towns. Visit the grotto of โ€™Our Lady of Covadongaโ€™, a famous Marian pilgrimage site, and the pink-hued basilica made from the marble of the surrounding hills. Later weโ€™ll Connect With Locals and enjoy a traditional lunch and cider tasting at our Be My Guest experience with the Castaรฑรณn family at their Cider Mill. This evening is free for you to explore Oviedo at leisure.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Pilgrimage To Santiago De Compostela
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Pilgrimage To Santiago De Compostela

      The Asturian fishing village of Luarca is our first stop today. Soak up its seafaring atmosphere en route to the pilgrim city of Santiago de Compostela, renowned as the end of the โ€™caminoโ€™ pilgrimage route that has its origins dating as far back as the 9th century.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Explore Santiago De Compostela
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Explore Santiago De Compostela

      Join a Local Specialist who will share insights into the โ€™Way of Saint Jamesโ€™ and explain why thousands of people attempt the life-changing pilgrimage annually. Visit the vast Cathedral, reputed to be the final resting place of Saint James the Great, and the Plaza do Obradoiro, a square dominated by four architectural styles. Consider an Optional Experience to the Rรญas Baixas for soul-stirring views of the Galician coast. The region has long waterways stretching inland that are said to be the mark left by Godโ€™s hand when he cleansed himself after creating the world.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Onwards To Artistic Zamora And Salamanca
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Onwards To Artistic Zamora And Salamanca

      Journey through the lush Galician landscape and Castile-Leon to Zamora, a veritable open-air museum of Romanesque art. We continue to Salamanca โ€“ its golden-hued faรงades providing an air of mystery and majesty. We join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour including views of Spainโ€™s oldest university and the Cathedral, as well as a walk through the imposing Plaza Mayor, built in the Spanish Baroque style.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Venture To Stylish Madrid Dive Into Culture
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Venture To Stylish Madrid Dive Into Culture

      Travelling east, we arrive in the fiery Spanish capital, Madrid, for an afternoon of sightseeing with a Local Specialist. Dive Into Culture and visit the Prado Museum, which houses one of the largest collections of European art in the world. Then, see the Royal Palace, Gran Vรญa and the neoclassical Cibeles Fountain that has become an iconic symbol for the city of Madrid. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner with wine, toasting to a magnificent journey through northern Spain.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Adiรณs Madrid
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Adiรณs Madrid

      For now, itโ€™s a fond hasta luego to your newfound friends as our Spanish adventure comes to an end.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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