About the trip
Destination: Barcelona Highlights Tour – Montserrat – Valencia – Hemisferic & Oceanografic – Madrid – Flamenco Show – Toledo – Seville – Alcazar – Córdoba
Tour Programme : 9 Days / 8 Nights
Itinerary
Itinerary
- Arrive at Barcelona Airport and transfer to your hotel.
- Check-in and settle in at your hotel.
- The rest of the day is free to explore the lively streets, local cafés, or simply unwind after your journey.
- Overnight in Barcelona.
- Discover the best of Barcelona on a full-day guided city tour.
- Skip the lines and visit the iconic masterpieces of Antoni Gaudí:
- Sagrada Familia
- Casa Batlló
- Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
- Sagrada Familia
- Continue to the scenic Waterfront with the Columbus Monument and Old Harbour.
- Head up Montjuïc Hill for breathtaking panoramic views and see the city’s Olympic sports complex.
- Overnight in Barcelona.
- Escape the hustle of the city and visit Montserrat, Catalonia’s most famous mountain range.
- Ride the mountain railway (cogwheel train) to the summit for stunning views.
- Visit the Benedictine Abbey and the revered Virgin of Montserrat Sanctuary.
- Learn about the region’s cultural and spiritual history on this half-day excursion.
- Overnight in Barcelona.
- Take a scenic train ride from Barcelona to Valencia.
- Arrive in Valencia and check in to your hotel.
- Head out to explore the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, including:
- Hemisfèric (IMAX & digital projections)
- Principe Felipe Museum of Sciences
- L’Oceanogràfic, Europe’s largest marine park
- A day of immersive learning and entertainment for all ages.
- Overnight in Valencia.
- Check out and travel by train to Madrid.
- Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy free time to relax.
- In the evening, experience the soul of Spain at a live Flamenco performance at Torres Bermejas, accompanied by a drink.
- Overnight in Madrid.
- After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion combining Madrid’s top sights with a visit to historic Toledo.
- In Madrid, see:
- Plaza de España
- Las Ventas Bullring
- Gran Vía
- Later, travel to Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore:
- Toledo Cathedral
- Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
- Church of St. Tomé
- Toledo Cathedral
- A perfect blend of cultural insight and historical marvels.
- Overnight in Madrid.
- Take a train from Madrid to Seville.
- Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.
- In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
- The majestic Seville Cathedral
- The stunning Royal Alcázar of Seville
- Explore the historic heart of Andalusia through its legendary architecture.
- Overnight in Seville.
- Take a guided full-day excursion to Córdoba, known for its rich Islamic heritage and vibrant streets.
- Explore the historic Jewish Quarter, including:
- Calleja de las Flores
- Plaza Maimónides
- Córdoba Synagogue
- Admire whitewashed walls adorned with colorful flower pots.
- Learn about the influential thinkers and poets who shaped Córdoba’s legacy:
- Maimonides, Averroes, Luis de Góngora, and more.
- Overnight in Seville.
- Check out from the hotel.
- Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- Carry back unforgettable memories from your Joy of Spain adventure.
Inclusion
- 1 night stay in Valencia including breakfast
- Entry ticket to Hemisfèric, Principe Felipe Museum of Sciences and Oceanografic
- Train Ticket from Valencia to Madrid in 2nd class
- 2 nights stay in Madrid including breakfast
- Flamenco Show at Torres Bermejas – Show ticket only (1hr)
- Combo Tour: Madrid Highlights and Toledo Afternoon (7hrs)
- Train ticket from Madrid to Seville in second class
- 2 nights stay in Seville including breakfast
- Cathedral and Real Alcázar from Seville Tour (2.5hrs)
- Cordoba Day Trip from Seville (9hrs)
- Private transfer from Seville hotel to airport
