Highlights of Spain (Small Groups, Summer, 9 Days)
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Summary
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Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Spain, where history, culture, and culinary delights await. From the architectural wonders of Barcelona to the medieval charm of Valencia, the Moorish splendor of Granada, and the vibrant energy of Seville, this journey promises a rich tapestry of experiences. Discover iconic landmarks, savor traditional dishes, and immerse yourself in the passionate rhythms of flamenco. With expert guides and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers the perfect blend of guided exploration and leisure time, ensuring a truly memorable adventure.
Included
4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
8 Breakfast (B)
Valencia: Learn the authentic recipe of paella when you join a local chef for a Cooking Demonstration. Savour the flavours of this classic dish for dinner, washed down with a glass of Sangria, during dinner.
Madrid: Toast to your travels and enjoy local specialties in one of the city's elegant central neighbourhoods.
8 nights in twin-share rooms at hand-picked hotels
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 city's history.
Seville: See the city's top sights on a panoramic tour with your Local Expert.
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.
Granada: Visit the famous Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens. While others wait in line, you'll be exploring accompanied by a Local Expert, keen to share insights into this Moorish landmark.
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.
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 Spain’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.
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.
Peñíscola: See the seaside castle featured in the film 'El Cid'.
Valencia: See the ultra-modern Centre of Arts and Sciences and the huge gates of the old town, Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart.
Seville: Guided by your Local Expert, see the Giralda Tower, former minaret of the Great Mosque and now the cathedral's belltower. Explore the narrow streets of the Santa Cruz Quarter and emerge by the great walls of the Alcazar.
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.
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.
Córdoba: See the 2,000-year-old Roman bridge and spend some time exploring the town.
Córdoba: Visit the incredible Mezquita with your Local Expert. Admire the forest of horseshoe arches and learn how this building symbolises many of Cordoba's religious changes over the centuries.
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
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Barcelona
- Barcelona - Arrival day
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- Catedral de Terrassa
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Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey through Spain.
Day 2 – Day 2: Barcelona
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- Sagrada Família
- Ermita de la Trinitat
- Palau de Maricel
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Explore the architectural wonders of Barcelona with a Local Expert. Drive along the elegant Passeig de Gràcia and visit Gaudí’s extraordinary Sagrada Família. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion to Montserrat.
Day 3 – Day 3: Barcelona to Valencia
- Valencia
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- Casa Canals
- Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia
- City of Arts and Sciences
- Peniscola Castle
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Journey along the sunny Costa Dorada, stopping at the seaside resort of Peñíscola. Continue to Valencia, where you’ll explore the City of Arts and Sciences and the medieval charm of the Old City. Enjoy a paella cooking demonstration and dinner with wine.
Day 4 – Day 4: Valencia to Granada
- Granada
- Valencia
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- Monte Calvario
- Barrio de Cuevas
- Generalife
- Alhambra
- Arc of Granadas
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Travel south towards Andalucía, passing Lorca Castle and the troglodyte dwellings of Guadix. Arrive in Granada and explore the stunning Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens with a Local Expert.
Day 5 – Day 5: Granada to Seville
- Seville
- Granada
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- Albaicín, Granada
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Spend the morning at leisure or join an optional tour of the Albaicín Quarter. Continue your journey to Seville, passing picturesque white villages and expansive olive groves.
Day 6 – Day 6: Seville
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- Sevilla Aquarium
- Casa de Pilatos
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Visit the Seville Cathedral and explore the city with Insight Choice. Choose between a walk through the old Jewish quarter or a scenic drive. In the evening, enjoy a flamenco dance lesson and performance at the Cristina Heeren Foundation.
Day 7 – Day 7: Seville to Madrid
- Córdoba
- Madrid
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- Conjunto Arqueológico de Itálica
- Coronadas Park
- Puente romano
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Travel through the Guadalquivir Valley to Córdoba and visit the Roman bridge and the Mezquita. Continue your journey through La Mancha to the capital, Madrid.
Day 8 – Day 8: Madrid
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- Jardín del Parterre, Aranjuez
- Naval Museum
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Discover Madrid’s historic neighborhoods with a Local Expert. Visit the Prado Museum and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. In the evening, join your Travel Director and friends for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Madrid
- Madrid - Departure day
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Bid farewell to your memorable journey through Spain as you transfer to the airport, reflecting on the incredible experiences and adventures you've had.
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