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Spain Tours
Basque Country Highlights Treasures of Spain Island Hopping
6 days/5 nights 7 days/6 nights 7 days/6 nights
The Basque Country is an autonomous
community in northern Spain. It has strong
cultural traditions and celebrated cuisine. The
region boasts 14 Michelin star restaurants;
more than anywhere else in Spain. Experience Spain’s alluring capital before
reaching Andalucia. Here it is all about the
laid back culture. Marvel at the Moorish
architecture, get lost in the wee lanes of the
ancient towns and enjoy the amazing tapas bars. Palma Mallorca is one of Europe’s most
popular holiday destinations. Spend 3 days
exploring this Mediterranean paradise. Live it
up for 3 nights on Ibiza, famous for its lively
nightlife and unspoilt countryside.
Day 1: Barcelona
Spend your day exploring Barcelona and its
highlights. See Gaudí’s work which is scattered
throughout the city. Head to Parc Güell for
one of the best views of the city. Day 1: Madrid
The day is free to relax and explore your
surroundings. Day 1: Barcelona – Palma Mallorca
Fly to Palma Mallorca and explore the ornate
La Seu, Mallorca’s Gothic cathedral.
Day 2: Madrid – Toledo – Madrid
Enjoy a tour of Madrid. Highlights include
the magnificent fountains of Neptune and
Cibeles, the Alcala Gate, the impressive Plaza
de España and the spectacular Royal Palace.
Travel to Toledo to walk along its narrow
streets, see the cathedral and visit St Tome
Church. Day 2: Palma Mallorca
Get a glimpse of Mallorca’s Arabic past with a
wander through the old city.
Day 2: Barcelona – Bilbao
Travel to Bilbao home of the Guggenheim
Museum. The museum houses modern and
contemporary works from prominent artists
from all over the world. Why not spend your
afternoon exploring this great museum?
Day 3: Bilbao
Today you will learn to make pintxos, the
Basque version of tapas.
Day 4: Bilbao – San Sebastián
Head to San Sebastián, maybe enjoy dinner in
one of the world-renowned restaurants.
Day 5: San Sebastián – Barcelona
Take the opportunity to see what you didn’t
get to see the first time you were in Barcelona
Day 6: Barcelona
Tour ends.
Day 3: Madrid – Granada
Depart for Granada, driving through “La
Mancha”, the vast central plains and the
largest wine growing region in Spain. Stop at a
cellar and sample wine tasting with tapas.
Day 4: Granada – Seville
Enjoy a guided tour to the Alhambra, the best
example of the sophisticated Royal life in the
Nazari Islamic kingdom. Wander through the
Generalife Gardens with its many fountains.
Day 5: Seville
Visit the stunning Gothic Cathedral and
walk up the Giralda Tower for superb views.
Explore the maze of alleys and small squares
in the Santa Cruz Quarter. Take part in an
introductory flamenco lesson.
Day 3: Palma Mallorca
Take a break from the beach and explore the
charming Hinterland with its olive, carob and
almond groves.
Day 4: Palma Mallorca – Ibiza
Ferry to Ibiza and transfer to your hotel in
Playa d’en Bossa, about 10 minutes from Ibiza
Town. Enjoy the beaches, ocean views and
spectacular sunsets at your leisure.
Day 5: Ibiza
Try out some watersport activities or take a
boat out to the nature reserves of es Vedra
and es Vedranell.
Day 6: Ibiza
Enjoy a stroll through the old fish