Spain From North to South
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a thrilling 12-day journey through the heart of Spain, exploring its rich history, diverse culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of historical exploration, cultural immersion, and natural beauty. From the Gothic cathedrals of Leon to the stunning beaches of Alicante, from the medieval charm of Peñiscola to the modernist architecture of Barcelona, this tour has it all. Along the way, you'll enjoy delicious local cuisine, visit world-renowned museums, and experience the vibrant local culture. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Maremagnum in Barcelona, Bullring Square in Valencia , Historic center of Seville
Train: Winery in Briones, Caravaca de la Cruz
basic travel insurance
breakfast buffet
1 Dinner Included in: SARAGOSSA
English speaking tour in: OVIEDO, SANTANDER, BILBAO, SARAGOSSA, BARCELONA, VALENCIA, GRANADA, SEVILLE
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
GUIDED VISIT AT THE BASILICA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA. ANTONIO GAUDI (1H 50MIN)(60 EUR)
La Sagrada Familia OF ANTONI GAUDÍ The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of a genius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewer in the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream. Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with the feelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complex architectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; its three thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based on nature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudí to a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathing the inclined columns branched like trees. - Entrance ticket to the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
- Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
- The visit is conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- Transportation by bus to the city centre, where you will have time on your own.. 20 number of people required.
VISIT AT THE ALICANTE BULL FIGHTING ARENA (1 hr y 15 minutos)(20 EUR)
When you
think about Spain what comes to mind after football, sangria, flamenco, and
paella? Bull fighting of course!
The bull
fights origin from the ancient Mesopotamia but was spread to the entire Mediterranean
area by the Romans, who included the bulls in their gladiator events. Today you
can find bull fights in several countries, but no other country is so connected
to the activity as Spain.
Many people
mistakenly thinks that bull fighting is an extinct activity. This is very far
from the reality. Almost every city, town and village are having bull fights
and bull runs at least once a year. In the villages the bull fight is carried
out in the central square or in a mobile arena rented for the event. The bigger
towns and cities have their “Plaza de toros”, which is a permanent
establishment which can be used several times a year.
If you are
curious about what bull fighting actually is and why the Spaniards are so
fascinated by this activity, you have the possibility to join a private guided
tour in the “Plaza de toros” in Alicante built in 1888.
Despite
what many people think bull fight is
not
a sport. It is considered a
cultural event equal to opera, ballet, and concerts.
The
excursion is not an appraisal of bull fight and will not include any animals.
During the tour the knowledgeable guides will tell the history of bull fighting
and explain all the traditions that are so ingrown in the Spanish culture that
the language holds many terms and phrases directly connected to this activity.
Olé! -Transportation directly to the Plaza de Toros de Alicante.
-Entrance to the Plaza de Toros de Alicante.
-Private tour with a specialized guide.
-Visits as some of the most memorable places of the Plaza de Toros de Alicante: Puerta del Triunfo, the medical facilities, the chapel, the stables, the rows of the audience, the arena, and the museum.. 0 number of people required.
ZAMBRA GITANA SHOW LOS TARANTOS (3 HRS)(40 EUR)
In this activity you will have a night out in the city of Granada to the
famous neighborhood of Albaicin-Sacromonte, declared a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO and where you can attend the Zambra Gitana show.
We will make a short walking tour of this picturesque place where we
will reach the famous Mirador de San Nicolás from where you can see the
Alhambra illuminated at dusk. You will have the opportunity to attend
the pure flamenco show in Granada: flamenco stick, dance, singing,
guitar playing and a drink. -Transfer by minibus with assistance to and from the hotel.
-Walk on the Sacromonte.
-Show with a drink.. 0 number of people required.
FLAMENCO SHOW IN PATIO SEVILLANO (1 HR 30 MIN)(40 EUR)
One of the most famous and well-known tablaos in Sevilla. You will get
to know the Andalusian art that is captured in the dance, the guitar
playing and the cante in the show. Dancers and singers with national and
international awards will show us the art of flamenco and Spanish
classical dance. -Transfer with our bus and assistance from our guide.
-Entrance to the show with drink included.. 15 number of people required.
ARTISTIC OF SEVILLA GUIDED VISIT TO ITS CATHEDRAL (1HR)(30 EUR)
We will visit the cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A
great work made over several centuries, considered one of the largest
in the world in surface, a true museum inside, where is the tomb of
Christopher Columbus. Then, if you wish, you can climb the famous tower
of the cathedral "La Giralda" with its 104 meters where you can enjoy a
fabulous view of the city of Seville. -Service local guide.
-Entrance and reservation included.
-Headphones in private with our local guide. 15 number of people required.
MADRID
: PRAGA or SILKEN PUERTA MADRID or PULLMAN MADRID AIRPORT FERIA
OVIEDO
: AC MARRIOTT OVIEDO FORUM or EXE OVIEDO CENTRO or IBERIK SANTO DOMINGO PLAZA
SANTANDER
: GRAN HOTEL VICTORIA or HOTEL SANTEMAR or EXE BOSTON
BARCELONA
: CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA or ACTA VORAPORT or HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA
VALENCIA
: EXE REY DON JAIME or EUROSTARS ACTEON or DWO VALENCIA
GRANADA
: HOTEL ALIXARES or SILKEN AL-ANDALUS PALACE SEVILLA or HILTON GARDEN INN SEVILLA
SEVILLA
: AC SEVILLA FORUM
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Ticket admission: National Museum of Altamira caves in Santillana, Wime museum in Briones , Poblet Monastery , Poble Espanyol in Barcelona , Alhambra Palace and Generalife in Granada if it is included in your tour.
Destinations
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Europamundo
- Madrid
- Fuenlabrada - Arrival day
- More
Welcome to Europamundo! Upon your arrival at the airport, our team will be there to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Europamundo - Tordesillas - Leon - Oviedo
- Madrid
- León
- Oviedo
- Fuenlabrada
- Tordesillas
- More
We start our day early, crossing Castilla and Leon. Our first stop is the historic town of Tordesillas, where we'll learn about its rich history over a cup of coffee. Next, we head to Leon, a city steeped in history and home to the magnificent Gothic cathedral. After lunch, we journey across the Cantabrian Range mountains to Asturias, ending our day in the city of Oviedo. Here, we'll enjoy a guided city tour, visiting its 9th-century cathedral, Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua.
Day 3 – Day 3: Oviedo - Picos de Europa - Covadonga - Santillana - Santander
- Oviedo
- Santander
- Santillana del Mar
- More
- Muralla de Santander
- Parque Nacional de Los Picos de Europa
- Sobrellano Palace
- Sanctuary of Covadonga
- More
Today, we journey to the breathtaking Picos de Europa, visiting the beautiful Basilica of Covadonga en route. We then follow the coastline to Santillana, one of Spain's most picturesque towns, where we'll explore its well-preserved medieval quarter and visit the Altamira Caves Museum. Our day concludes in the coastal city of Santander, where we'll enjoy a city tour and marvel at its stunning views and beaches.
Day 4 – Day 4: Santander - Bilbao - Briones - Zaragoza
- Santander
- Bilbao
- Zaragoza
- More
- Guggenheim Museum
- Zaragoza Museum
- Winery - Vivanco Museum of Wine Culture
- More
We start our day by traveling along the Cantabrian coast to Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country. Here, we'll enjoy a city tour, visiting the Guggenheim area, the old quarter, and the Cathedral. Afterward, we'll have some free time to enjoy the local cuisine. We then head to La Rioja, a renowned winemaking region, where we'll visit the Wine Museum in Briones. Our day concludes in Zaragoza, where we'll arrive in the evening.
Day 5 – Day 5: Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona
- Zaragoza
- Monistrol de Montserrat
- Barcelona
- More
- Barceloneta Beach
- Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
- Poblet Monastery
- More
We start our day with a guided tour of Zaragoza, visiting the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and learning about the city's rich history. After lunch, we head to the Poblet Monastery, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world. We then continue our journey to Barcelona, where we'll arrive in the evening.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Barcelona
- Barcelona
- More
- Barceloneta Beach
- Parc del Fòrum
- More
We dedicate the day to exploring Barcelona, one of Europe's most interesting capitals. We'll enjoy a city tour in the morning, exploring its modernist architecture, the ramblas, and the memories of the Universal Exhibitions and Olympics. You'll have free time in the afternoon to explore at your own pace. In the evening, we'll head to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center and restaurants facing the sea, where you can stroll and dine.
Day 7 – Day 7: Barcelona - Peñiscola - Valencia
- Barcelona
- Valencia
- Peníscola / Peñíscola
- More
- Peniscola Castle
- Valencia Cathedral
- More
We travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peñiscola, a charming medieval walled city surrounded by beautiful beaches. After a leisurely walk, we continue to Valencia, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, we'll enjoy a guided visit of this port city, exploring its 2000 years of history and contrasting architectural styles.
Day 8 – Day 8: Valencia - Alicante - Caravaca de la Cruz - Granada
- Valencia
- Alicante
- Caravaca de la Cruz
- Granada
- More
Today, we continue our journey to Alicante, where we'll have time to explore this charming coastal city. After lunch, we head to the Murcia region to visit Caravaca de la Cruz, a town considered one of the five holy cities by the Catholic Church. We'll take a train ride up to its historic area before continuing our journey to Andalusia, ending our day in Granada.
Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Granada
- Granada
- More
- Generalife
- Alhambra
- More
We dedicate the full day to exploring Granada. If you've purchased the tour with the entrance included, we'll visit the immense Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife gardens. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the city at your own pace, perhaps visiting the cathedral that houses the tomb of the Catholic Monarchs.
Day 10 – Day 10: Granada - Málaga - Puerto Banus - Ronda - Seville
- Granada
- Málaga
- Marbella
- Seville
- More
- Málaga Park
- Metropol Parasol
- Puerto Banús
- More
We depart from Granada and travel towards the Costa del Sol, stopping in Málaga for a walk through its historic center. We then continue along the coastal highway to Puerto Banus, a beautiful high-level recreational port in Marbella. In the afternoon, we journey through the mountains to Ronda, a beautiful white town with a large gap that cuts the city in half. Our day concludes in Seville, where we'll arrive in the evening.
Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Seville
- Seville
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- Sevilla Aquarium
- More
We dedicate the morning to exploring Seville. Our city tour will take us to the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we'll enjoy a boat ride along the Guadalquivir River, taking in the panoramic views. In the evening, you have the option to attend a popular flamenco tablao.
Day 12 – Day 12: Departure from Seville
- Seville - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, our unforgettable journey comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this exploration of Spain's rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure.
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