Europe Private Tour (SPA001) Grand Spain

Arrive in Madrid at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. You will take a connecting flight to Barcelona, where we will be waiting to welcome you and take you on a full-day tour of Barcelona.

Barcelona is known as a Mediterranean metropolis, beautiful and prosperous through its port and commerce, and a must-visit European travel destination that Europe lovers cannot miss.

Stroll along the famous La Rambla pedestrian street, stop for souvenirs and local bites at Mercat de la Boqueria, admire the Columbus Monument (Monument a Colom) at the end of La Rambla, and explore the historic Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic).

Ride the cable car up Montjuïc hill, offering sweeping, gorgeous views over all of Barcelona. Visit the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya if you wish, and enjoy shopping.

P.S. If desired today, you can watch a football match or take a football stadium tour.

hotel Overnight Barcelona : · example hotel Holiday Inn Express Barcelona City 22@

In the morning, if you love art, we will show you the works of Spain's most celebrated artist, Antoni Gaudí, which has earned Barcelona the title of the City of Gaudí.

Admire the Sagrada Família basilica, along with Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (La Pedrera), both commissioned for wealthy patrons, as well as Park Güell.

Next, visit the Camp Nou stadium of FC Barcelona, with a capacity of 98,787 spectators, the largest football stadium in Europe, located right in Barcelona. If there is a scheduled match, you can watch it today.

When it is time, we embark on a 350 km journey to Valencia. If you attend a football match, the trip to Valencia will be postponed to the following day.

hotel Overnight Valencia : · example hotel Hotel Mediterraneo

In the morning, we explore "Valencia", an autonomous community and the third-largest city in Spain. It is home to Valencia Club de Futbol (the "Bats").

Its historic center was once one of the largest in Spain. Valencia is also an industrial, cultural, and tourism hub, and one of Spain's oldest cities—charming and wonderful to visit.

Visit Torres de Serranos, a medieval city gate fortification situated northwest of the old town, considered one of the best viewpoints over the city.

Admire Valencia Cathedral, built in a blend of styles including Gothic, Neoclassical, and Baroque. Adjoining it is the Basilica of the Virgin, the city's patron saint. Along the streets, you'll find numerous restaurants, bars, cafes, and souvenir shops.

Explore the central old town square, home to the City Hall, Central Post Office, shops, and the bullring. Be sure not to miss Valencia Cathedral, or Catedral de Santa Maria de Valencia, located right in the heart of the old town and surrounded by notable landmark buildings.

If time permits, visit the City of Arts and Sciences, another key landmark of Valencia. It is an architecturally striking and intricate cultural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava and Felix Candela, built over a total area of 350,000 square meters.

Visit San Miguel De Los Reyes Monastery, an ancient monastery built in the 16th century by the Duke of Calabria (Duque de Calabria). Constructed during the Renaissance, it features sophisticated architecture and stands as an exceptional masterpiece of Valencian art.

Travel to Murcia for an overnight stay.

hotel Overnight Murcia : · example hotel Balneario de Archena - Hotel Len

If you wish, make a brief morning stop to explore Murcia and enjoy a relaxing stroll along the pleasant bayfront. Then travel to Granada, the final stronghold and former capital of the Moors, renowned for its golden age of wealth and art in a harmonious blend of Moorish and Jewish heritage.

Visit the magnificent and intricately detailed Alhambra Palace, regarded as a wonder of the world and the pinnacle of Moorish artistry, even without an official ranking. Tour the interior of the Nasrid Palace, its beautiful gardens, and the Generalife, the Sultan's summer palace set amidst lush, tranquil grounds (advance ticket booking recommended).

Next, explore the Albayzín district, visit the cathedral and Royal Chapel (Capilla Real), and browse the shopping streets. By night, this city comes alive with vibrant energy.

Overnight in Granada: Hotel example Reina Cristina

Depart for Seville (or Seville), Spain's 4th largest city located in southern Spain. It is the capital of Andalusia and not far from the border crossing to Morocco.

A world-renowned travel destination, visit Seville Cathedral (Catedral de Sevilla), the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and 3rd largest after St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and St. Paul's Cathedral in London, as well as the largest in Spain.

Built in Gothic style with exquisitely ornate interior decor, it was erected on the site of a former mosque to be incomparably magnificent.

Visit the Royal Alcázar of Seville (Alcazar of Seville), born from Moorish creativity, which previously served as a palace for Spanish monarchs.

Visit Plaza de España (Plaza de Espaya), the most magnificent and beautiful square, featured as a filming location for several Star Wars movies. View the Golden Tower (Torre del Oro) and take a bullring tour at Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza if desired.

hotel Overnight Seville : · example hotel Hotel AACR Museo

Travel to Cordoba, a southern Spanish city in an agricultural region producing olive oil, crops, grapes, cotton, and sunflowers. With pleasant weather year-round, Cordoba—known as the crown jewel of Andalusia—has deep roots in the Muslim Caliphate. In the 10th century, it was immensely grand as the world's second-largest city, surpassed only by Constantinople, flourishing with universities, literature, science, philosophy, and medicine.

We will take you to see the Roman Bridge (Puente Romano) and visit the Grand Mosque-Cathedral (Mezquita), a massive mosque exquisitely perfected with various art styles, especially the Islamic art known as the "Mihrab" with authentic Moorish ceramic tiles that are truly breathtaking.

Stroll around town and visit the city gardens. Then depart for Toledo, Spain's former capital in the 13th century and a historical and cultural center blending three cultures: Christian, Islamic, and Jewish. The city features a distinctive mix of Arabic, Mudejar, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture.

We will take you to explore the hilltop old town, surrounded by a river winding around the city, and visit Toledo Cathedral (Catedral Primada), the city's most beautiful cathedral.

Visit Plaza de Zocodover, Santa Cruz Museum (Museo de Santa Cruz), and the grand Alcazar Palace, one of the world's magnificent Gothic architectural wonders that took centuries to build. Originally used as a mosque under Muslim rule, it was later reconstructed in Gothic style in 1226, incorporating Mudejar, Baroque, and Neoclassical elements until its completion over 300 years later. It stands as a testament to Spain's religious heritage, with exquisitely decorated cathedral interiors.

Next, visit the Church of Santo Tome (Iglesia de Santo Tom?) and stroll through town, enjoy local cuisine, and shop for local souvenirs such as traditional Toledo swords and steel knives.

Before sunset, head to the viewpoint for a panoramic view of the entire city of Toledo—the very vista immortalized in world-famous paintings by renowned Spanish painter El Greco (EI Greco).

hotel Overnight Toledo : · example hotel Hotel Cigarral el Bosque

Today, we travel to Madrid, Spain's thousand-year-old capital and one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world.

We will take you exploring the heart of Madrid, Spain's capital. See Real Casa de Correos (Kilometer 0), Plaza Mayor, and San Miguel Market (Mercado de San Miguel), where you will find plenty of food and souvenirs. A must-try Spanish national delicacy is Jamon.

Then we will take you to visit the Royal Palace of Madrid (Royal Palace of Madrid), located along the Manzanares River and rivaling Europe's most famous palaces in beauty. Built entirely of stone in a blend of French and Italian styles, it features as many as 2,830 rooms.

Visit Plaza de Espana (Plaza de Espana), shop along the 1.3-kilometer Gran Via, and continue to Cibeles Square (Plaza de Cibeles) and Puerta de Alcala (Puerta de Alcala), a magnificent city gate. If time permits, enjoy a relaxing stroll in El Retiro Park (Parque del Buen Retiro).

For football fans, you can optionally take a tour of the Real Madrid stadium

(Estadio Santiago Bernabeu).

hotel Overnight Madrid : · example hotel Rincín de Gran Váa

Depart for Segovia, not far from Madrid, to visit Segovia Cathedral (Catedral de Segovia) and the Roman Aqueduct (Aqueduct of Segovia), the iconic symbol of this city. Tour the Alcazar of Segovia (Alcazar of Segovia Castle).

Next, we will take you to the Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial (San Lorenzo de El Escorial), commonly known as El Escorial. Historically a residence of the kings of Spain, it was built during the reign of King Philip II between 1563 and 1584, taking a total of 21 years to complete. El Escorial includes a school located outside the palace and a grand palace complex inside, featuring a basilica, courtyards, a library, and a museum, with four imposing towers standing tall and a hedge-maze garden beside the palace.

We will then return to Madrid for an overnight stay.

hotel Overnight Madrid : · example hotel Rincón de Gran Vía (second night)

Today, there is no tour program. We will arrange a transfer to Madrid Airport.