Grand Tour of Spain & Italy - 19 Days (Small Group)

Welcome to Spain! Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. At 19:00, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at the hotel's reception desk. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, embark on a morning city tour of Madrid, one of the world's most vibrant cities. In the afternoon, you have the option to join an excursion to Toledo, a city rich in history and culture. In the evening, enjoy a welcome tapas dinner with your fellow travelers at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

After breakfast, we head south to Merida, where you'll explore the ancient Roman Theater. We then continue to Seville, the Andalusian capital known as the city of light. Optionally, you can join an evening walk through the Setas de Sevilla. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Start your day with a city tour of romantic Seville, visiting the city's Jewish Quarter and other highlights. In the afternoon, you have the option to visit Jerez de la Frontera, a city famous for its wine, flamenco, and horses. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Today, we travel to Cordoba, a city known for its impressive Mosque and Arabian-style streets. We then continue to Granada, Spain's most magical city. In the evening, experience an authentic Gypsy Flamenco show, including dinner. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

The highlight of today is a visit to the Alhambra Palace, a World Heritage Site known for its ornate domes and archways. Optionally, you can walk through the Albaicín, experiencing Arabian Granada. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Today, we depart for Ubeda, a UNESCO site known for its Extra Virgin Olive oil. Enjoy a walk through this historical gem and taste their unique golden oil. We then continue to Valencia. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Explore Valencia's old town and the avant-garde complex: Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. In the afternoon, we continue our journey to Barcelona, the main Mediterranean Spanish city. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Begin your day in Barcelona with a city discovery. See the Barcelona Pavilion and explore the Sagrada Familia, a cathedral designed by Catalan architect Antoní Gaudí. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Venice. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. At 19:00, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at the hotel's reception desk. The rest of the day is yours to relax. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Join your fellow travelers to discover the unique city of Venice. Discover Piazza San Marco and stroll across the Rialto Bridge. Optionally, take a boat to Murano and Burano, known for their glass making and brightly colored homes. In the evening, enjoy a gondola ride to your Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Depart southwards to Bologna, famous for its towers, churches and lengthy porticoes. Visit the Archiginnasio, one of the city's most important buildings. Continue towards Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the city of Renaissance. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Today, explore Florence on a walking tour. Visit Piazza Signoria, Duomo, Battistero, Campanile Giotto, Ponte Vecchio, and the old markets. The afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this stunning city of arts. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Optionally, take a full day excursion to Pisa and Lucca. Pisa is known worldwide for its leaning tower, while Lucca is known for its intact Renaissance-era city walls and well-preserved historic center. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Depart to 'The Road of Chianti' for a wine tasting in one of the best vineyards of the area. Continue to Siena, a city known for 'The Palio', a horse race held twice a year in Piazza del Campo. After a light lunch at Piazza del Campo, depart towards Perugia. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Discover the historical city of Perugia, known as the universities town. Depart to Assisi, the city of St. Francis. Continue your journey in the early afternoon towards Rome, The Head of the World. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Set out for a morning city discovery of Rome, one of the most historical cities in the world. Visit the famous Sistine Chapel, known for its frescoes that decorate the interior, most particularly the Sistine Chapel ceiling and The Last Judgment, both by Michelangelo. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

Optionally, take an excursion to discover the art of Rome visiting Major Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, San Giovanni in Laterano, and Michelangelo's Moses in San Pietro in Vincoli. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel (or similar).

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport. This marks the end of our unforgettable journey through Spain and Italy. Safe travels!