Easy Pace Spain (Small Groups, 10 Days)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through Spain, starting in the vibrant city of Barcelona and ending in the elegant capital of Madrid. This journey will take you through stunning landscapes, historic cities, and cultural landmarks. Enjoy guided tours, leisure days, and optional excursions, all while staying in comfortable accommodations like the Hilton (or similar). Savor local cuisine, explore iconic attractions, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Spain. Join us for an adventure that promises to be both enriching and exhilarating.
Included
3 Dinner with Wine (DW)
9 Breakfast (B)
San Sebastián: Enjoy an evening of pintxos, dining with locals in this Basque tradition. Your delicious dinner includes a wide variety of finger food delicacies, each with their own regional flavour, flair and presentation.
Madrid: Toast to your travels and enjoy local specialties in one of the city's elegant central neighbourhoods.
3 nights: NH Collection Barcelona Constanza
3 nights: Barceló Costa Vasca, San Sebastian
3 nights: Meliá Madrid Princesa, Madrid
Choose between two carefully selected activities
Bilbao: Visit the architectural landmark Guggenheim Museum and see works of contemporary art by Spanish and international artists.
Bilbao: Join your Local Expert for sightseeing and take the funicular to Mount Artxanda to enjoy panoramic views of the town below.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'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 world's finest collection of Spanish paintings, plus an impressive international collection, as you tour the Prado Museum with an art historian.
Barcelona: Dine at La Pau, an acclaimed restaurant for the quality of its seasonal menu and social impact. This social initiative generates quality employment to young people and guides them through their transition to adult life. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequality. La Pau gives a voice and life opportunity to young people who have been marginalised from the traditional educational and social systems.
Barcelona: Venture inside Gaudí's extraordinary masterpiece, the Sagrada Família 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.
Barcelona: With your Local Expert, drive along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia to witness some of the finest Modernist architecture as you journey through the Eixample district to see Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerising Sagrada Família.
Zaragoza: Appreciate the city's two millenia of history as you see the four towers of El Pilar and passing Rio Ebro.
Pamplona: The city is home to Café Iruña, a favourite of Ernest Hemingway.
San Sebastián: Led by your Local Expert, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion.
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.
Segovia: Visit the medieval streets of this fortified city to see the 14th-century Alcazar Palace and extensive Roman aqueduct.
Burgos: See the cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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 Insight'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.
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Barcelona
- Barcelona - Arrival day
- More
- Can Planes
- More
Upon arrival at Barcelona airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. In the evening, join your Travel Director for a delightful dinner at La Pau, a local restaurant that supports young people transitioning to adulthood. Gain insights into local life through the eyes of the youth.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Barcelona
- Barcelona
- More
- Pasaje San Juan
- Sagrada Família
- More
Discover the vibrant port city of Barcelona, renowned for its stunning Old Town and Catalan Art Nouveau architecture. Begin your day with a drive down Passeig de Gràcia to the iconic Sagrada Família. After exploring this architectural marvel, enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace.
Day 3 – Day 3: Leisure Day in Barcelona
- Barcelona
- More
- Montserrat
- Can Planes
- Park Güell
- More
Enjoy a relaxed start and a full day at leisure in Barcelona. Stroll along Las Ramblas, explore the whimsical Park Güell, or consider an optional excursion to Montserrat for breathtaking views and a visit to Catalonia's most important pilgrimage site.
Day 4 – Day 4: From Barcelona to San Sebastián
- Barcelona
- Pamplona
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- More
- Iglesia de San Lorenzo
- Loretopea
- More
Travel past Zaragoza to Pamplona, known for the Running of the Bulls. Enjoy free time to explore Estafeta Street before continuing to the seaside resort of San Sebastián. In the evening, delve into the city's rich gastronomic tradition in the Old Town.
Day 5 – Day 5: Bilbao and San Sebastián
- Bilbao
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- More
- Urgull
- Artxanda Funicular
- Guggenheim Museum
- Beach of La Concha
- More
Explore Bilbao with a choice of visiting the Guggenheim Museum or taking the funicular to Mount Artxanda. Return to San Sebastián to admire La Concha Bay from Monte Igueldo and enjoy a guided tour of the Old Quarter. In the evening, savor the Basque tradition of pintxos and local Txakoli wine.
Day 6 – Day 6: Leisure Day in San Sebastián
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- More
- San Telmo gaztelua
- More
Spend a leisurely day in San Sebastián, strolling along the boardwalk and enjoying the harbor's activities. Consider an optional excursion to the French village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, known as the Jewel of the Basque Country, with a visit to the historic church where Louis XIV married Maria Theresa.
Day 7 – Day 7: From San Sebastián to Madrid
- Burgos
- Madrid
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- More
- Burgos Cathedral
- More
Journey through the Pyrenees foothills to Burgos, where you can visit the UNESCO-listed cathedral. Continue to Madrid, Spain's elegant capital. In the evening, consider a city tour to see Madrid illuminated, with its grand avenues and spectacular fountains.
Day 8 – Day 8: Discovering Madrid
- Madrid
- More
- Naval Museum
- More
Explore Madrid with a Local Expert, visiting the main historical areas and learning about the city's evolution. A highlight is the Prado Museum, where an art historian will guide you through its impressive collection. The afternoon is free for you to relax or shop.
Day 9 – Day 9: Excursion to Segovia
- Madrid
- Segovia
- More
- Alcázar of Segovia
- Aqueduct of Segovia
- More
Travel northwest to Segovia, where you will walk the medieval streets and visit the 14th-century Alcazar Palace. After returning to Madrid, enjoy your final night with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, celebrating your journey with regional produce and fine local wines.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Madrid
- Madrid - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, bid farewell to Spain as you are transferred to Madrid airport for your departure.
Similar tours
Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place
Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.