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18 days tour

Grand Spain & Portugal (Small Groups, End Barcelona, 18 Days

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Grand Spain & Portugal (Small Groups, End Barcelona, 18 Days

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Transport

Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available). If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport. Enjoy the comfort of Insightโ€™s luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Accommodation

1 night at Hotel Riu Plaza De Espana, Madrid 1 night at Vincci Albayzรญn, Granada 2 nights at Ayre Hotel Sevilla, Seville 2 nights at Turim Saldanha Hotel, Lisbon 1 night at Hotel Alameda Palace, Salamanca 2 nights at Barcelรณ Torre de Madrid/Melia Serrano Madrid 2 nights at NH Collection Santiago de Compostela 1 night at Barcelรณ Oviedo Cervantes 1 night at Eurostars Hotel Real, Santander 2 nights at Barcelรณ Costa Vasca, San Sebastian 2 nights at Kimpton Vividora Hotel, Barcelona

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Insight Vacations 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.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activities Seville: Stroll through Barrio de Santa Cruz with a Local Expert and hear how the Jewish community has shaped the cityโ€™s history. Seville: See the cityโ€™s top sights on a panoramic tour with your Local Expert. Santiago de Compostela: Join a city tour with a Local Expert and visit Praza do Obradoiro to admire the cathedral facade festooned with architectural frills. Santiago de Compostela: Embark on a scenic walk on part of the Way of St. James with a Local Expert, through parks and gardens that transform with the seasons. Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expertโ€™s fascinating commentary. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - youโ€™ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door. Madrid: Witness the worldโ€™s finest collection of Spanish paintings, plus an impressive international collection, as you tour the Prado Museum with an art historian. Toledo: At a Damascene workshop, meet a master artisan for a personal insight into this ancient craft. Witness firsthand their precision as they inlay gold and silver into iron, using a chisel and a hammer. Granada: Visit the famous Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens. While others wait in line, youโ€™ll be exploring accompanied by a Local Expert, keen to share insights into this Moorish landmark. Seville: The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show. The school enables students access to cultural education that otherwise may not have occurred. TreadRights sponsorship has helped students to complete their studies in advanced guitar, singing and dance. As students complete their training, they will carry on and safeguard the traditional flamenco dance, contributing to the protection of Andalusia and Spainโ€™s cultural heritage. The Cristina Heeren Foundation advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Gijรณn: Meet locals for a delicious meal of locally sourced produce that has been prepared just for you. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. Pamplona: In Barcelona, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience during a visit to a biodynamic farm whose secrets have been handed down through four generations. Take in the views of Catalunya and taste the flavour of the valley โ€™Terroirโ€™ in the form of a sparkling wine. Sample this light refreshment and follow the process from the vine to your glass, learning about the unique sustainable methods employed. Sparkling wine is essential to Catalan culture, flowing freely during celebrations it is the perfect way to start your adventure into Catalunya. This experience contributes to UN Global Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption. Madrid: See the highlights of the city with your Local Expert. Visit the Old Town, travelling along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, past the fountain in the Plaza de Cibeles, the Cervantes Monument and Royal Palace, before crossing the Puerta del Sol. Toledo: Explore this magnificent ancient city with your Local Expert and visit the Church of Santo Tomรฉ to see an El Greco masterpiece. Seville: Visit the Seville Cathedral with your Local Expert. Pass the altarpiece dripping with gold and see the Tomb of Columbus, held aloft by four kings. Lisbon: Explore with your Local Expert, from the Lower Town, beneath the hilltop Bairro Alto to the Terreiro do Paco. Visit the Belรฉm Quarter to see the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the medieval Belรฉm Tower. Fรกtima: Join the faithful at one of the worldโ€™s holiest sites and pay homage at the Chapel of the Apparitions and see the basilica. Salamanca: See the golden stone and arcades of Plaza Mayor, and learn about the unique traditions of this historic university city. Avila: Explore within the ancient walls of this unique town. Oviedo: Led by your Local Expert, see 1,000-year-old wall paintings in some of Europeโ€™s oldest churches. Admire the incredible altarpiece, one of the finest in Europe, when you visit the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour. Picos de Europa: Visit the holy cave of Covadonga and see the tomb of Pelayo who is celebrated for winning the Battle of Covadonga against the Muslim Moors in 722 and later became the first King of Asturias. Picos de Europa: Venture into this magnificent national park to admire the stunning picturesque scenery and rocky trails. Santillana del Mar: Step back in time when you visit this perfectly preserved and โ€™most beautiful village in Spain.โ€™ Getaria: See the rock known as El Ratรณn or the mouse. San Sebastiรกn: Led by your Local Expert, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion. Pamplona: The city is home to Cafรฉ Iruรฑa, a favourite of Ernest Hemingway. Barcelona: With your Local Expert, drive along the elegant Passeig de Grร cia to witness some of the finest Modernist architecture as you journey through the Eixample district to see Gaudiโ€™s extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerising Sagrada Famรญlia. Barcelona: Venture inside Gaudรญโ€™s extraordinary masterpiece, the Sagrada Famรญlia and marvel at the contrasts of architecture. Above see its giant, tree-like pillars and spectacular vaulting. Admire the wonderful rainbow of the incredible stained-glass windows. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination. ร‰vora: With your Travel Director explore the ancient city of ร‰vora and visit the fascinating Capela dos Ossos, meaning the Chapel of Bones, a chapel decorated with human remains. Bilbao: See the spectacular modern Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank Gehry and sites of this Basque region gem during your orientation with your Travel Director.

Meals

17 Breakfast (B) 1 Dinner (D) 4 Dinner with Wine (DW) 1 Lunch with Wine (LW) Madrid: Join your Travel Director at 18:30 for a Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant and get to know your fellow travellers over a beautiful evening of delicious food and wine. Lisbon: Delight in a taste of the famous Portuguese custard tart, Pastรฉis de Belรฉm, made in a 19th century bakery with the original secret recipe. Madrid: Honest culinary traditions and a fiesta of fresh ingredients are the hallmarks of your Spanish dinner. The perfect accompaniment to good conversation and a chilled glass of beer or wine. Barcelona: At a typical Catalan restaurant, savour a delicious Celebration Dinner that incorporates classic cooking with the freshest produce.

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Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Optional

CORDOBA & THE MEZQUITA Join your local expert for a walking tour of the perfectly preserved Moorish city of Cordoba. The highlight is undoubtedly the magnificent Mezquita, an 8th-century mosque with a Cathedral built inside. Walk with your local expert through the forest of horseshoe shaped arches to the Baroque choir stalls of the Cathedral and the richly ornamented Mihrab prayer niche. ADULT PRICE: EUR 45.00 DINNER IN SEVILLE WITH A HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDE Seville is Spainโ€™s most majestic city and an evening out is a must! Tonight weโ€™ll enjoy a lovely array of traditional Andalusian specialities, served in a local restaurant with wine, beer & soft drinks included. As well as a wonderful meal, weโ€™ll experience a magnificent horse & carriage ride through the old town of Seville, which is especially magical in the evening. ADULT PRICE: EUR 66.00 FADO EVENING Known as โ€™โ€™the soul of the Portuguese identityโ€™โ€™, Fado is the emotive national song. Take in an unmissable performance of this UNESCO-recognised art in one of the countryโ€™s famed fado houses. To complete the experience, savour a typical Portuguese dinner with wine included. ADULT PRICE: EUR 66.00 LISBON BY NIGHT Drive to the Bairro Alto, the old quarter of Lisbon, to admire the beautiful views over the city. Then take a funicular ride to the downtown Baixa area where cobblestones sparkle in the light of the shops, bars and cafes. Returning to your hotel, youโ€™ll pass monuments and buildings, lit up in all their glory. ADULT PRICE: EUR 19.00 SEAFOOD DINNER BY THE TAGUS RIVER Across the mighty Tagus River await Lisbonโ€™s famous seafood restaurants and wonderful views of the city. Board your ferry to cross the wide blue waters for a delightful evening of Portuguese seafood and fish specialities. After dinner, encounter more sweeping views over the Portuguese capital, as you return to your hotel via the impressive suspension bridge. ADULT PRICE: EUR 55.00 EXCURSION TO THE ROYAL PORTUGUESE RIVIERA Like the Kings of Portugal before you, travel to the glamorous resort of Cascais, a veritable jewel in the crown of Portugal. Via the wealthy playground of Estoril, with its famous Casino, weโ€™ll continue with our Local Expert to the Portuguese Riviera and through the forest of Sintra to visit one of the Royal summer palaces before heading back to Lisbon. ADULT PRICE: EUR 46.00 MADRID ROYAL PALACE The Royal Palace of Madrid is Spainโ€™s most sumptuous and impressive royal residence, jam packed with the riches and glory of Spanish history. Join a local historian to explore the extensive collection of armoury, porcelain, tapestries, gilt mirrors, works of art and period furniture. Highlights include the gold and scarlet Throne Room and magnificent State Apartments. A rare and enlightening look into the history and lifestyle of the Spanish monarchy. ADULT PRICE: EUR 31.00 EXCURSION TO SEGOVIA Drive to the fortified city of Segovia where a local expert leads you through the medieval streets from the ancient aqueduct to the magnificent Alcazar, one of the inspirations for Walt Disneyโ€™s Cinderella castle. Inside this 14th century palace, experience the paintings, tapestries, weaponry and armoury of the Spanish medieval era. Then take a panoramic drive outside the walls to admire stunning views over the Eresma valley, the Roman aqueduct and picturesque buildings of this medieval jewel. ADULT PRICE: EUR 45.00 MADRID BY NIGHT An evening drive to the most historic area of Madrid including stops for wonderful views of the city and a walk through the lively streets and squares of old Madrid. Enjoy free time for dinner in one of the many restaurants and return home along the grand Avenida Castellana with its spectacular fountains. ADULT PRICE: EUR 19.00 MADRID BY NIGHT WITH DINNER Enjoy an evening out in the nationโ€™s stately capital city. Tonight weโ€™ll enjoy a wonderful dinner out on the town in a carefully chosen venue, accompanied by Spanish wine and great local entertainment. What a wonderful introduction to Madrid ADULT PRICE: EUR 61.00 RรAS BAIXAS Travel southward to the Rรญa de Arousa, one of the deep fjord-like estuaries of Galicia to see where they farm local mussels. This beautiful coastal scenery is lined with beaches, vineyards, palm trees, grand villas and old stone houses. During our journey weโ€™ll also visit a typical Galician granite โ€™Pazoโ€™; a grand manor house of the old aristocracy. ADULT PRICE: EUR 35.00 DINNER IN GALICIA Tonight weโ€™ll have the chance to sample a wonderful variety of Galician dishes, complemented with fantastic locally-produced wine. Discover the Celtic influence in the cuisine and enjoy ingredients fresh from the Atlantic. Having experienced the heart and soul of this wonderful region, tonight is the perfect opportunity to experience Galicia through your taste buds! ADULT PRICE: EUR 59.00 DONOSTIA BY NIGHT WITH DINNER View the beach and fishing port as we head to the lively heart of the old town of Spainโ€™s gourmet capital for a sumptuous supper in one of the cityโ€™s boutique restaurants. Wine and soft drinks included. On Friday and Saturday nights, the selling price will be โ‚ฌ66.00 ADULT PRICE: EUR 61.00 SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZ, JEWEL OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY With your local expert, explore Saint-Jean-de-Luz, jewel of the Basque Country and visit the church where Louis XIV "The Sun King" married the Spanish princess Maria Theresa. An extra surprise awaits us next as we drive to the famous Biarritz summer residence of Napoleon III with its sophisticated spa resort. ADULT PRICE: EUR 40.00 GAUDรโ€™S PARK GรœELL AND PORT OLYMPIC Enter a strange fantasy world at Parc Gรผell, Spainโ€™s most impressive public park! Here Gaudรญ designed mushroom-like houses, "bird nest" pillars and a stunning mosaic dragon. The huge central terrace is enveloped by a ceramic-encrusted serpentine bench (reputedly the worldโ€™s longest seat) and offers panoramic views of Barcelona and the bay. We then head to the coast and Port Olympic, built for the athletes of the 1992 Olympics, where weโ€™ll have free time to try one the numerous waterfront restaurants. ADULT PRICE: EUR 40.00 MONTSERRAT & THE BLACK MADONNA Weโ€™ll enjoy a stunning drive to Montserrat, the mystical sacred serrated mountain, with its unique formations and spectacular views. Itโ€™s home to the Benedictine Abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat and the โ€˜Virgin of Montserratโ€™, one of the most-venerated Black Madonnaโ€™s of Europe. Catalan landscapes unfold before us, as our Local Expert introduces us to this place of immense beauty and significance. ADULT PRICE: EUR 40.00 GAUDIโ€™S PARK GUELL AND THE MARITIME FRONT Enter a strange fantasy world at Parc Gรผell, Spainโ€™s most impressive park! Here Gaudรญ designed mushroom-like houses, "bird nest" pillars and a stunning mosaic dragon. The huge central terrace is enveloped by a ceramic-encrusted serpentine bench (reputedly the worldโ€™s longest seat) and offers panoramic views of Barcelona and the bay. We then head to the Maritime Front, why not try one of the numerous waterfront restaurants? ADULT PRICE: EUR 40.00

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Itinerary of your trip Grand Spain & Portugal (Small Groups, End Barcelona, 18 Days

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

      Day 1: Welcome To Madrid

      While in Madrid, explore the elegant boulevards, expansive parks and varied architectural styles. Join your Travel Director for dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy the opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers over a delightful evening of good food and wine.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Toledo And On To Granada
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Toledo And On To Granada

      Venture south to meet a master artisan in a Damascene workshop for a personal insight into this ancient craft handed down by the Moors centuries ago. Continue to the fascinating city of Toledo, situated high above the River Tagus. This was Spainโ€™s capital during the golden era, where Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures flourished side-by-side through the Middle Ages. Walk within the city walls, through the narrow cobbled streets, led by your Local Expert. Visit the Church of Santo Tomรฉ, housing El Grecoโ€™s famous painting, โ€˜The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.โ€™ Your journey continues to Granada.

  • Day 3 Day 3: The Alhambra Palace
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: The Alhambra Palace

      โ€™Give him alms, woman, as there is nothing in life as the sadness of being blind in Granadaโ€™, cries the inscription on the walls of the Alhambra. Bathed in morning light, the Alhambra Palace awaits - a fantasy of arabesque gardens, fountains and stone cut like lace. Explore with your Local Expert and also visit the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal summer residence. Take a moment to relax in the sunshine as you enjoy the fine views over the town and its three verdant hills. Embark on a scenic drive to Seville and visit the Seville Cathedral, the burial place of Christopher Columbus.Explore Seville with Insight Choice. Choose to embark on a walk through the old Jewish quarter. Alternatively, join a scenic drive around the city and enjoy panoramic views.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Free Time In Seville And Flamenco Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Free Time In Seville And Flamenco Relaxed Start

      This is a free day, so take your time to bask in the cityโ€™s romantic aura and explore as you wish. Our suggestion is to join an Optional Experience to the ancient city of Cรณrdoba, where you will visit the magnificent Mezquita, see the old Jewish Quarter, and enjoy some free time to shop or explore as you wish. Visit Cristina Heeren Foundation, a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience. This private dance school is dedicated to promoting the conservation of flamenco and supports young enthusiasts from all over the world with a special focus on new talent from the Andalusian region. Feel the passion behind the choreography as you put your rhythm to the test during a dance lesson before witnessing emotions come to life in a flamenco performance.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Vora And On To Lisbon Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Vora And On To Lisbon Relaxed Start

      Continue to the lively university town of ร‰vora, one of the best preserved medieval towns in Portugal, with architectural styles dating back to Roman Times. Visit the fascinating Capela dos Ossos, a chapel decorated with 5000 bones, before making your way to Lisbon.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Lisbon Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Lisbon Relaxed Start

      During your stay, a guided orientation of the city with your Local Expert takes you along the avenues of the Lower Town and beneath the hilltop Bairro Alto to the Terreiro do Paco, the finest square in the city. Visit the Belรฉm Quarter and enjoy a taste of Pastรฉis de Belรฉm from the patisserie that has been using the same, secret recipe for almost 200 years. View the Monument to the Discoveries and the more ancient Belรฉm Tower. This fortress was originally set in the middle of the river, but is now left high and dry on the riverbank. Visit the National Coach Museum, featuring one of the most prominent horse-drawn carriage collections in the world. With the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps join an Optional Experience to the beautiful Portuguese Riviera?

  • Day 7 Day 7: Holy Fรกtima And Salamanca
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Holy Fรกtima And Salamanca

      Travel into the green hills north of Lisbon to visit F๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝtima, the most celebrated place of pilgrimage in Portugal. Visit the chapel commemorating the appearance of the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917. Cross the border, returning to Spain and continue to Salamanca, famous for its golden stone buildings and the handsome arcades of the Plaza Mayor. Across the River Tormes, see the Puente Romano with 15 of its 26 arches dating from the time of the ancient Romans.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Vila And Madrid
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Vila And Madrid

      Cross the rock-strewn hills of the Castile, to arrive at รvila. Admire the impressive city still entirely enclosed within its 11th-century walls, a unique occurrence in Europe. Return to Madrid to explore more of the capital with your Local Expert. At a local restaurant, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a lively dinner.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Madrid Of The Bourbons
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Madrid Of The Bourbons

      Enjoy sightseeing with your Local Expert as they take you along the main historical areas in the Capital of Spain known as Madrid of the Bourbons. Your drive continues through the Old Quarter discovering the origins of the city. A highlight of your escorted journey will be a visit to the Prado Museum. Discover countless works by Velรกzquez, Goya, Titian, Rubens and others as you are guided by a local art historian. The afternoon is free for you to relax at a cafe or shop in the boutiques.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Through Guadarrama Mountains To Santiago De Compostela
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Through Guadarrama Mountains To Santiago De Compostela

      Journey through the Guadarrama Mountains to the infinite horizons of Old Castile and continue past the impressive Castillo de la Mota, conquered by Queen Isabella. Travel on to Santiago de Compostela, where the tomb of the Apostle St. James was miraculously discovered in the Middle Ages.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Santiago De Compostela Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Santiago De Compostela Relaxed Start

      Explore Santiago de Compostela with Insight Choice. Choose to join a city tour with a Local Expert and visit Praza do Obradoiro to admire the cathedral facade festooned with architectural frills. Alternatively, embark on a scenic walk on part of the Way of St James, through parks and gardens that transform with the seasons. Relax during your free time or explore the narrow streets and old squares of this city.

  • Day 12 Day 12: The Costa Verde To Oviedo Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: The Costa Verde To Oviedo Relaxed Start

      Pass through the ancient forests of Galicia and cross to the Green Coast of Asturias - one of Spainโ€™s most beautiful, named after the colour of the sea and the pine and eucalyptus trees that line the shore. On a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience, meet Flor who will invite you to join her for lunch. Hear about daily life as you enjoy a delicious meal, typical of the region, that Flor has freshly prepared from locally sourced ingredients, accompanied by delicious local cider. Your route reveals glorious coastal vistas before turning inland to travel through old villages and deep valleys en route to Oviedo. Continue on to Oviedo where a Local Expert will show you the 9th century churches built when the city was the capital of Christian Spain. Visit the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour in the stately square of Plaza Alfonso II. Admire the incredible altarpiece, one of the finest in Europe.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Picturesque Santillana Del Mar And On To Santander
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Picturesque Santillana Del Mar And On To Santander

      Visit the Holy Cave of Covadonga, a shrine to Pelayo, who achieved the first Christian victory over the Moors in 722. See the unique Roman bridge in Cangas de Onรญs as you head into the foothills of the Picos de Europa, a national park boasting spectacular mountain and gorge scenery. Enjoy views of the Costa de Cantabria while travelling to Santillana del Mar, arguably the most beautiful village in Spain. Stroll through the rustic cobblestone streets, admiring stone houses decorated with carved, heraldic symbols and reach the delightful church square. Continue on to the sophisticated beach resort of Santander where you have free time in the evening to enjoy this luxurious hotel.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Bilbao And San Sebastiรกn Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Bilbao And San Sebastiรกn Relaxed Start

      In nearby Bilbao, admire the striking modern architecture of the Guggenheim Museum, one of the worldโ€™s most spectacular buildings. Enjoy the views as you are driven along part of the Costa Vasca, dotted with small coastal fishing villages and pause in the seaside city of Getaria to see โ€™El Ratรณnโ€™, the mouse-shaped rock. Continue to San Sebastiรกn and admire its beauty during a city tour with a Local Expert. Explore the secrets of the harbour area and uncover the forgotten Basque maritime cultural heritage.

  • Day 15 Day 15: The Cantabrian Coast Relaxed Start
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: The Cantabrian Coast Relaxed Start

      Enjoy a day at leisure to stroll along San Sebastiรกnโ€™s boardwalk and with the city harbour filled with fishing boats and pleasure crafts, you can enjoy a number of sporting activities on its large sandy beach. Perhaps youโ€™ll want to explore the nearby French village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, also known as Little Paris? Maybe stroll the promenade of the famous La Concha bay or enjoy the boutiques of the Old Town?

  • Day 16 Day 16: Pamplona And On To Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Pamplona And On To Barcelona

      Journey to the famed town of Pamplona, known for its Running of the Bulls festival. With time free for you to explore, perhaps take a stroll to the famous Estafeta Street or visit Cafรฉ Iruรฑa, immortalised by Ernest Hemingway in his novel โ€™The Sun Also Rises.โ€™ Your travels continue to Barcelona, the vibrant capital of Catalonia, a land that retains its own distinctive language, culture and traditions.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Barcelona, City Of Gaudรญ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Barcelona, City Of Gaudรญ

      Wake up ready to embrace the cityโ€™s artistic heritage. Join a Local Expert for a drive along the Passeig de Grร cia, adorned with elegant wrought-iron street lamps and some of the most flamboyant Modernist buildings. Continue through the Eixample district to visit Gaudiโ€™s extraordinary masterpiece, the Sagrada Famรญlia. With the afternoon at leisure, you are free to relax or continue your exploration on your own. In the evening, join your Travel Director and newfound friends at a local restaurant. Raise your glass and toast your travels during your delightful Celebration Dinner.

  • Day 18 Day 18: Depart Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Depart Barcelona

      Today, bid farewell to your journey along Spain and Portugal as you transfer to the airport.

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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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