7-Day Andalusia and Barcelona Tour from Madrid
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“We just got back from this tour and had a wonderful time! Everything was very well organized. The bus was a great way to travel, it was clean and comfortable and the bus driver was great. I really enjoyed the itinerary. It was a great mix of planned activities and free time. The guide was pleasant and very helpful. I would definitely recommend this tour, I do not think you could see more of Spain in such a short time without doing a tour and this tour was really great! I highly recommend it.”
Barb, 2022-05-02
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Child age: 4-7
Highlights
Your route will start in Madrid, and continues to the southern part of Spain. There you will experience the traditional Spanish flair of life. Visit Cordoba, Seville, Granada and Valencia. You will reach the pearl of Catalonia, also have the chance to explore our last stop Zaragoza.
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Price in EUR (per person, based on double occupancy)
Itinerary
Guests will be picked up from the bus terminal in Madrid. We will make our way to Cordoba through the La Mancha region. Upon our arrival, we will take a sightseeing tour of famous Mosque-Cathedral and the Jewish Quarter. Afterward, we will drive south to Sevilla, where we will enjoy dinner and spend the night.
Cordoba, Spain
Cordoba is a city in Andalusia, Spain, and the capital of the province of Cordoba. The city is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir river, and its easy access to the mining resources of the Sierra Morena satisfies the population's needs.
The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba
The interior of this dual mosque-cathedral perfectly reflects the religious power-struggle of medieval Spain. The conversion of the church into a mosque lasted from 784 to 987. The complex is massive and features many small chapels.
Jewish Quarter
Cordoba's Jewish Quarter is marked by narrow and irregular streets. It houses a medieval Synagogue and the Sephardic House. Unfortunately, this neighborhood was a focal point of the Spanish Inquisition, during which Cordoba played a large role.
We will tour Seville in the morning, visiting the Maria
Luisa Park, Plaza de Espana, the exterior of the city's
stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and
the typical neighbourhood of Santa Cruz with its streets,
squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally
navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy
a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit
to the Maestranza bullring. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show.
Seville, Spain
Seville is the capital of Andalucia and the cultural and financial centre of southern Spain. A city of just over 700,000 inhabitants (1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it Spain's 4th largest city), Seville is Andalucia's top destination, with much to offer the traveler.
Parque de Maria Luisa
On the riverbanks of Sevilla, Maria Luisa Park is a large public area that features lovely foliage, fountains, and walkways in the middle of this beautiful city. Within the park are many statues of famous Spanish figures.
Plaza de Espana
A large section of Maria Luisa Park in Sevilla, the Plaza de Espana is a large open space featuring buildings of Renaissance revival architecture. Most of the buildings are currently used for government purposes.
Seville Cathedral
The third-largest church in the world (and the largest cathedral), the Seville is a massive Gothic building. Each of its facades has multiple entrances that are all exquisitely and ornately adorned. It was built over an old mosque.
La Giralda
La Giralda was once a minaret for the Muslim population in medieval Sevilla, but was converted to a church bell tower after Christian forces had regained power in Iberia. Its design has influenced many other towers around the world.
Santa Cruz (Jewish Quarter)
The barrio of Santa Cruz in Sevilla was once the city's Jewish Quarter, and is now the most popular tourist are in the city. The narrow, winding streets and alleyways of this neighborhood remind visitors of a labyrinth.
Sevillian Night in Patio Sevilla
One of the most famous and well-known tablaos in Sevilla. You will get to know the Andalusian art that is captured in the dance, the guitar playing and the cante in the show. Dancers and singers with national and international awards will show us the art of flamenco and Spanish classical dance.
After breakfast, we will make our way to the legendary city of Granada, where we will visit the incredible palaces and gardens of the Alhambra. We will enjoy dinner and spend the night in Granada. Guests can choose optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte and attend a show of traditional gipsy flamenco.
Granada, Spain
Granada is a mid-sized provincial capital in the Andalucia region of Spain. Rich in history and culture, Granada is arguably the single most worthwhile city in Spain for visitors. Spring and autumn are also both excellent times to visit.
Alhambra
The Alhambra is a massive complex consisting of multiple palaces and fortresses. It originated as a Spanish-Muslim fortress in the 9th century, but subsequent rulers, both Muslim and Christian, continually added additions and renovations.
Generalife
Built in the 14th century as the summer palace of Nasrid Emirs of Grananda, the name of this palace means "Architect's Garden" for the extensive gardens on its grounds, which are world renowned for their exquisite beauty.
Caves of Sacromonte
The soft rocks on the hillsides in the Granada neighborhood of Sacromonte were carved into cave-dwellings by the nomadic Gitano people in the area in the 19th century, many of whom still inhabit these caves.
After breakfast, we will depart for Valencia, passing many beautiful palaces in the Spanish countryside on the way. Upon our arrival in Valencia, we will have the rest of the day to explore the city.
Valencia, Spain
Valencia is the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia and the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. The Port of Valencia is the 5th busiest container port in Europe and busiest container port on the Mediterranean Sea.
In the morning, we will eat breakfast, then depart for Catalonia at mid morning, where we will reach the sprawling city of Barcelona, where we will have the remainder of the day to explore.
For logistical reasons, there is a possibility of conducting the visit to Barcelona upon arrival in the afternoon.
For logistical reasons, there is a possibility of conducting the visit to Barcelona upon arrival in the afternoon.
Barcelona, Spain
This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
After a delightful breakfast, we will embark on a sightseeing tour of Barcelona, viewing the large park atop Montjuic Hill, the Anella Olimpica, the Columbus Statue, and the old Gothic Quarter. We will then have the afternoon at our leisure. Optional night tour through the wide avenues and lighted buildings and fountains.
Barcelona, Spain
This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Montjuic Hill
Rising above the Barcelona's harbor is Montjuic Hill. Parks and gardens rest on this hill, converging with each other via winding paths carved into the hillside, along with a Greek amphitheater, various museums and the Olympic Park.
Anella Olimpica
Barcelona's Anella Olimpica, the series of athletic facilities in the park atop Montjuic hill, was the site of the 1992 Summer Olympics. The complex was designed in a contemporary minimalist style, and the individual facilities are connected by a plaza.
Columbus Monument
Christopher Columbus is immortalized with a towering monument on Barcelona's famous walkway, La Rambla, depicting the famed explorer pointing out towards the sea. Visitors can take an elevator to the top, which offers a thrilling view of the city.
Gothic Quarter
Barcelona's Gothic Quarter was once the city's center in medieval times, and many of the buildings date to this period, some even earlier to when the city was merely a Roman settlement.
After breakfast, we will depart Barcelona through Lerida and Zaragoza. Afterward, we will return to Madrid to end the tour.
If in any case, The Patronato of The Alhambra and Generalife were not granted tickets for certain dates for the participants of the Visit, a tour of the city of Granada will be provided instead: Visit to the Palace of Carlos V, the Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa Maria de la Alhambra, Royal Chapel and a walk through the city Alcaiceria (silk market) and the Cathedral Square.
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Madrid, MD | 7:30am |
- Return Time: Late afternoon/evening - so please book one night hotel after the tour, because the chance of getting a flight on the last day is very low.
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Additional Notes
- Departures 2027: 22 February, 15 March, stay overnight will be in Eurostars Lucentum Alicante Hotel instead of Valencia.
- On the 28 December departure, the stay in Granada on 30 December will be on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Language: all the tour guides are bilingual, English and Spanish. If it happens that there are only English speaking clients on the tour, the tour will only run in English.
- Luggage: Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag.
- A minimum of 12 passengers is required for the package tour to operate. In exceptional cases where the minimum number of participants is not met, and in order to maintain our commitment to guaranteed departures, tours may operate without an accompanying guide, relying instead on an expert driver knowledgeable about the routes. If the required number of participants is not met, the trip will be automatically cancelled, and the traveller will be notified in writing at least 20 days before the scheduled departure date. In such cases, no compensation will be provided.
- Occasionally, due to operational reasons, the panoramic city tour of Madrid may be conducted using the city’s Hop-on Hop-off bus service
- The guided tours and activities mentioned in the itinerary will be conducted by local official guides in the respective cities, as originally planned.
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We just got back from this tour and had a wonderful time! Everything was very well organized. The bus was a great way to travel, it was clean and comfortable and the bus driver was great. I really enjoyed the itinerary. It was a great mix of planned activities and free time. The guide was pleasant and very helpful. I would definitely recommend this tour, I do not think you could see more of Spain in such a short time without doing a tour and this tour was really great! I highly recommend it.
I recommend this tour!
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