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Northern Spain
Go beyond the normal northern Spain trip and immerse yourself in the region's distinctive culture and history. On this trip, you'll trace the footsteps of pilgrims, witnessing breathtaking landscapes and timeless traditions.
Included With Your Trip
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Welcome to Barcelona
Trace the treasures of the north on this grand expedition from Barcelona to Madrid, easing yourself into la buena vida as only the Spaniards can. Take the day to delve into centuries of history and the cosmopolitan culture of Barcelona, rambling up Las Ramblas, people-watching in Placa de Catalunya and admiring the whimsical architecture of Gaudi. This evening, you'll meet with your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Make Travel Matter Welcome Reception at Mescladis, followed by an evening drive to see the city's iconic sights.
Hotel: Abba Sants Barcelona Hotel
Discover Vibrant Barcelona
Consider joining a morning Optional Experience to Montserrat, where you can visit the mountaintop monastery and the shrine of the Black Madonna, known in Catalonia as La Moreneta. Return to Barcelona for a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. Admire Gaudi's stunning architecture along Passeig de Gracia and take in the exterior of his unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia. See the seaside monument dedicated to Christopher Columbus before taking time to explore Barcelona's barrios at your own pace.
Hotel: Abba Sants Barcelona Hotel
Journey to Pamplona
The feisty former capital of Navarre takes center stage. We follow in the footsteps of thousands of exhilarated runners and hot-blooded bulls today. See Pamplona's ancient city walls and Plaza del Castillo, the heart of the city where markets, tournaments and even bullfighting have taken place.
Hotel: Tres Reyes Pamplona
Off to Culinary San Sebastian
Today, we journey to the sophisticated culinary capital of San Sebastian. See the beautiful Bahia de la Concha beach or stroll along la calle 31 de Agosto in the Old Town.
Hotel: Tres Reyes San Sebastian
San Sebastian Your Way
Enjoy a day at leisure to stroll along San Sebastian's boardwalk and with the city harbor filled with fishing boats and pleasure crafts, you can enjoy several sporting activities on its large sandy beach. Perhaps you'll want to explore the nearby French villages of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, also known as Little Paris and Biarritz. Maybe stroll the promenade of the famous La Concha bay or enjoy the boutiques of the Old Town?
Hotel: Tres Reyes San Sebastian
Scenic Landscapes, Quaint Towns and Oviedo Connect with Locals
Your journey continues to Bilbao, where you'll view the Guggenheim Museum, designed by architect Frank Gehry. Spectacular scenery unfolds as you pass the Picos de Europa and drive through charming market towns. Visit the grotto of Our Lady of Covadonga, a famous Marian pilgrimage site, and admire the basilica crafted from the marble of the surrounding hills. Later, you'll connect with locals during a traditional dinner and cider tasting at a Be My Guest experience hosted by the Castanon family at their cider mill.
Hotel: Exe Oviedo Centro
Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
The Asturian fishing village of Luarca is our first stop today. Soak up its seafaring atmosphere en route to the pilgrim city of Santiago de Compostela, renowned as the end of the 'camino' pilgrimage route that has its origins dating as far back as the 9th century.
Hotel: Santiago Plaza by Melia
Explore Santiago de Compostela
Join a Local Specialist who will share insights into the 'Way of Saint James' and explain why thousands of people attempt the life-changing pilgrimage annually. Visit the vast Cathedral, reputed to be the final resting place of Saint James the Great, and the Plaza do Obradoiro, a square dominated by four architectural styles. Consider an Optional Experience to the Rias Baixas for soul-stirring views of the Galician coast. The region has long waterways stretching inland that are said to be the mark left by God's hand when he cleansed himself after creating the world.
Hotel: Santiago Plaza by Melia
Onwards to Artistic Zamora and Salamanca
Journey through the lush Galician landscape and Castile-Leon to Zamora, a veritable open-air museum of Romanesque art. We continue to Salamanca - its golden-hued facades providing an air of mystery and majesty. We join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour including views of Spain's oldest university and the Cathedral, as well as a walk through the imposing Plaza Mayor, built in the Spanish Baroque style.
Hotel: Gran Corona Sol
Venture to Stylish Madrid Dive Into Culture
Traveling east, we arrive in the fiery Spanish capital, Madrid, for an afternoon of sightseeing with a Local Specialist. Dive Into Culture and visit the Prado Museum, which houses one of the largest collections of European art in the world. Then, see the Royal Palace, Gran Via and the neoclassical Cibeles Fountain that has become an iconic symbol for the city of Madrid. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner with wine, toasting to a magnificent journey through northern Spain.
Hotel: Rafael Atocha
Adios Madrid
For now, it's a fond hasta luego to your newfound friends as our Spanish adventure comes to an end.
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Start: March 29, 2025 End: April 8, 2025 Price: $3,125 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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