Discover the essence of Spain on a fascinating 10-day tour combining history, culture, spectacular landscapes, and charming cities. From vibrant Madrid to elegant San Sebastián, passing through Bilbao, Santander, Oviedo, and Santiago de Compostela, you will explore historic towns, iconic monuments, and unique hidden gems. Along the way, enjoy a stop in Mondoñedo to taste its traditional cake, a delicious highlight of the local gastronomy. Admire the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago, stroll through the historic streets of Salamanca, and be captivated by the beauty of northern Spain. An unforgettable experience combining tradition, art, gastronomy, and the authentic spirit of Spain.
Read more1st Day (Sun.) MADRID
Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Accommodation at the hotel.
2nd Day (Mon.) MADRID
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, a panoramic city tour will take us through its medieval origins, including the Arab fortress and the Barrio de la Morería, known for its ancient buildings and traditional taverns. We will explore the district of the Hapsburgs, characterized by Phillip II and its Renaissance and Baroque buildings at Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa. We will see the Madrid of the Bourbons and the urban planning of Charles III, including the Royal Palace, the Cibeles Fountain, the Neptune Fountain, and the Puerta de Alcalá. We will admire 19th-century landmarks such as the elegant Plaza de Oriente and the Prado Museum. We will also get to know contemporary Madrid with avenues like Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana, the Salamanca neighborhood, Parque del Oeste, commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Afternoon at your leisure. Accommodation at the hotel.
3rd Day (Tue.) MADRID – ZARAGOZA – SAN SEBASTIAN
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart towards Zaragoza. Free time to visit the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pilar, patroness of Hispanity and stroll through the old streets of Zaragoza. In the afternoon we will continue to San Sebastian, one of the most famous tourist destinations where they hold the International Film Festival. Accommodation.
4th Day (Wed.) SAN SEBASTIAN
Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic tour of this elegant and gentrified city whose landscape is dominated by the Bay and La Concha Beach. We will go up to Mount Igueldo, from where we will be able to contemplate a magnificent view of the city. Rest of the day at leisure.
In the afternoon, possibility of an optional visit to the picturesque villages of Biarritz and San Juan de Luz, already in French territory. Accommodation.
5th Day (Thu.) SAN SEBASTIAN – BILBAO – CASTRO URDIALES – SANTANDER
Breakfast and departure to Bilbao for some free time on the esplanade of the Guggenheim Museum to admire this modern work of architecture. We will continue towards Castro Urdiales, a typical fishing village where we will have free time. Departure to Santander, a port city nestled between the sea and the mountains, and which has numerous beaches, such as El Sardinero, one of the best known. Guided tour with a local guide to thoroughly explore this beautiful city.
Accommodation.
6th Day (Fri.) SANTANDER – SANTILLANA – COVADONGA – OVIEDO
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Santillana del Mar, one of the towns with the greatest historical and artistic value in Spain, which houses true architectural treasures, such as the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, the most important Romanesque jewel in Cantabria. Continue to Covadonga, where we will have free time to visit the Sanctuary and the grotto with the image of the Virgin. In the afternoon departure to Oviedo, located on a series of hills at the foot of the Naranco and which stands out for the beauty of its streets, many of them pedestrian. Its monuments are a World Heritage Site and among them the Cathedral stands out, one of the most important works of Asturian Gothic. Accommodation.
7th Day (Sat.) OVIEDO – MONDOÑEDO – LUGO – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Breakfast and departure towards the Galician region. On the way to Lugo, stop in Mondoñedo; free time to visit its imposing 12th century cathedral and try the delicious “Mondoñedo cake”. Departure to Lugo and free time to contemplate the Roman vestiges that it still conserves as its walls, declared a World Heritage Site. Continuation to Santiago de Compostela, whose ancient city is a World Heritage Site, and one of the most important monumental centers in Spain, center of Christian pilgrimage and end of the Camino de Santiago, originally built by the Roman Empire. Accommodation.
8th Day (Sun.) SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Breakfast at the hotel. City tour of Santiago visiting the Plaza del Obradoiro and its Cathedral (entrance included) dedicated to the Apostle Santiago el Mayor. Rest of the day at leisure to continue visiting this city with a university and student atmosphere. Accommodation.
9thDay (Mon.) SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA – SALAMANCA – MADRID
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Salamanca and free time in this university city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its rich architectural and artistic heritage. After lunch (not included), continuation to Madrid. Accommodation at the hotel.
10th Day (Tue.) MADRID
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport.
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Details
Accordingly, if tickets have already been issued when the reservation is cancelled, the cost of the tickets will be applied as a cancellation fee.
A penalty of 30% of the total trip cost if the cancellation occurs between 30 and 21 days before the trip; 60% if it occurs between 20 and 10 days before the trip; and 100% if the cancellation occurs 9 days or fewer before departure.
Additional information
Meet and greet at the airport, please provide flight details at least 7 days prior departure. Departure point will be at our established hotels in Madrid and hotels or pickups in Costa del Sol and Morocco. Please refer to your documentation for detailed departure information, at least 48h before the tours.
Our tours are not adapted for people with reduced mobility. If you decide to travel, you must be accompanied by someone who can assist you throughout the trip.
Visa letter processing by the tour operator (TTOO) incurs a 50 € fee per person, which will be deducted from the total booking amount; this amount is non-refundable in case the booking is cancelled.
Contact information
Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 18:00 at 34 917 580 642
Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 to 17:00 at 34 917 580 642 / 34 915 599 605 // [email protected]
Mandatory reading
Tour combined with other circuits; not all participants could have the same destination, so according to the segment of the circuit, the accompanying guide may change.
Room Capacity: Children under 4 years old, free of charge sharing room with 2 adults (one child per room maximum). All their expenses at parents charge directly. Children 4–7-year-old, sharing room with 2 adults (maximum one child per room only) 25% discount.
During the stay on the Costa del Sol, there will be no escort service.
Kindly note that it is mandatory to present your passport the day you visit the Alhambra complex. It is mandatory to send a copy of passport at least 45 days before departure.
In the event Patronato de La Alhambra y El Generalife, on some dates, does not grant tickets for the participants in the visit, compensation will be offered for the loss of these services, at the discretion of the operator.
It is an essential requirement for the government of Morocco that the validity of passports is longer than 6 months, including a full stay in this country
Passport details must be provided at least 45 days before departure to arrange entry into Morocco.
The luggage compartments in our buses are limited, and this restricts the amount of luggage allowed per passenger: one suitcase per person with a maximum weight of 25 kg and maximum dimensions of 157 cm (the total of length, width, and height). Larger suitcases will only be accepted if shared between two passengers. Only one piece of hand luggage is allowed per person.
