Spain Highlights Tour

Arrival in Madrid

Arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport and transfer to your hotel in the lively Salamanca district. Spend the afternoon exploring the grand Plaza Mayor, the bustling Puerta del Sol, and the tree-lined Retiro Park. Welcome dinner at a traditional Madrilleno restaurant featuring Iberian ham and local wines.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in central Madrid

Madrid — Royal Palace & Prado Museum

Morning guided tour of the opulent Royal Palace of Madrid, Spain's largest royal residence, followed by a stroll through the elegant Sabatini Gardens. After lunch, visit the world-renowned Prado Museum with an expert guide, viewing masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, and El Greco. Free evening to explore the vibrant nightlife of the Malasana or Chueca neighborhoods.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in central Madrid

Madrid to Seville — Heart of Andalusia

Board the high-speed AVE train to Seville, arriving in just over two hours. Check into your hotel in the historic Santa Cruz quarter and embark on a walking tour past the grand Plaza de Espana and along the banks of the Guadalquivir River. Evening tapas walking tour through local bars, sampling Andalusian specialties like salmorejo and jamon iberico.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Seville

Seville — Cathedral, Alcazar & Flamenco

Morning visit to Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, and climb the Giralda tower for panoramic views. Continue to the stunning Real Alcazar, a UNESCO-listed palace complex blending Moorish and Christian architecture. In the evening, attend an intimate flamenco performance in the Triana district, the birthplace of this passionate art form.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Seville

Seville to Granada — The Alhambra

Travel by coach through the olive groves of Andalusia to Granada, set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Afternoon skip-the-line guided tour of the magnificent Alhambra Palace and the Generalife gardens, marveling at the intricate Islamic tilework, fountains, and courtyards that represent the pinnacle of Moorish art in Spain.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Granada

Granada — Albaicin & Free Exploration

Morning guided walk through the atmospheric Albaicin quarter, Granada's ancient Moorish neighborhood with whitewashed houses and stunning views of the Alhambra. Visit a traditional tea house on Caldereria Nueva street. Afternoon free to explore the cathedral, the royal chapel, or browse artisan shops in the Alcaiceria silk market.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Granada

Granada to Barcelona — Catalonia Calling

Fly from Granada to Barcelona and transfer to your hotel on the elegant Passeig de Gracia. Afternoon walking tour along La Rambla, through the Gothic Quarter's medieval lanes, and past the vibrant La Boqueria food market. Enjoy dinner at a seaside restaurant in the Barceloneta neighborhood with views of the Mediterranean.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Barcelona

Barcelona — Gaudi & Modernisme

Full day dedicated to the genius of Antoni Gaudi. Start with the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia basilica, then visit the whimsical Park Guell with its colorful mosaic terraces. After lunch, admire the undulating facade of Casa Batllo and the stone quarry-like Casa Mila on Passeig de Gracia. Free evening to explore the El Born neighborhood's cocktail bars and galleries.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Barcelona

Departure from Barcelona

Final morning at leisure for last-minute shopping at the boutiques of Passeig de Gracia or a quiet coffee in a plaza. Transfer to Barcelona El Prat Airport for your departure flight, taking with you the flavors, rhythms, and colors of Spain.