Madrid & Southern Spain - 9 days

Welcome to the vibrant city of Madrid! Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in.

Today, we'll embark on a comprehensive coach tour of Madrid. We'll explore the historic Barrio de la Morería region, the Habsburgs District, and the bustling squares of Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. We'll also visit the modern Salamanca district and the iconic Santiago Bernabeu, home to Real Madrid. After the tour, enjoy some free time before we gather for a welcome dinner at a local Tapas restaurant.

After breakfast, we'll leave Madrid and head south to Andalusia. En route, we'll stop in the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Caceres, known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic, and Italian Renaissance architecture. After exploring Caceres, we'll continue our journey to Cordoba, where you'll have the evening to relax and explore at your leisure.

This morning, we'll tour the historic city of Cordoba, visiting the iconic La Mezquita mosque-cathedral and strolling through the Jewish Quarter. Afterward, we'll depart for Seville, the capital of Andalusia, where you'll have the rest of the day to explore at your own pace.

Today, we'll explore the charming city of Seville. Our guided tour includes a visit to the city's magnificent cathedral, a stroll through the Santa Cruz Quarter, and a walk around Maria Luisa Park and the picturesque Plaza Espana. After the tour, you'll have the afternoon free to explore Seville at your leisure.

Leaving Seville, we'll journey through quaint Andalusian villages to the picturesque town of Ronda. After some free time to explore, we'll visit a local Almazara, an olive oil mill, where we'll walk through olive groves and taste organic olive oil. We'll then continue to the stunning Mediterranean coast of the Costa del Sol, where you'll have the evening to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Today, we'll travel to Granada, where we'll visit the famous Alhambra complex and the adjacent Generalife Palace and Gardens. These stunning examples of early Islamic and Spanish Renaissance architecture are a must-see. After exploring these historic sites, you'll have some free time in the city before we gather for a group dinner and Flamenco show.

We'll return to Madrid today, stopping in the imperial city of Toledo en route. This UNESCO-protected city is a melting pot of cultures, with Christians, Jews, and Muslims having lived side by side for centuries. After a short tour of the historic Old Town, we'll continue to Madrid, where you'll have the evening to relax or explore the city.

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before your Spanish adventure comes to an end. A transfer to the airport is included for your convenience.