GRAND TOUR OF SPAIN 9 days / 8 nights

Barcelona – Madrid – Seville – Valencia

1st day: Arrival in Barcelona

Individual arrival in Barcelona. Directly at the sea, built on hills and under the Catalan sun with the eternal blue sky, Barcelona captivates with Mediterranean flair and joie de vivre. Overnight in Barcelona.

2nd day: Barcelona

In the Barri Gòtic, the car-free, medieval centre of the city, chic boutiques tempt you to browse and cosy cafés invite you to linger. Marvel at the incomparable buildings designed by architect Antoni Gaudí, such as the Sagrada Familia. Overnight in Barcelona.

3rd day: Barcelona to Madrid (2h30)

Train ride to Madrid, which was the queen of the cities and once dominated the New World Magnificent palaces

like the Palacio Real with its 2000 halls and the Plaza Major with its magnificent buildings testify to this heyday. Overnight in Madrid.

4th day: Madrid

Take the pretty Plaza Santa Ana as your starting point for an extended tapas expedition before marveling at the Royal Collection of Paintings in the Museo del Prado and browsing through the designer boutiques of noble Calle del Serrano. Overnight in Madrid.

5th day: Madrid to Seville (2h30)

Train ride to Seville, which is the «cradle of flamenco», a city full of traditions! Whether flamenco, the cathedral with the Giralda or the countless tapas bars, the Sevillanos like the Andalusian life. Overnight in Seville.

6th day: Seville

In the Real Alcázar, the medieval royal palace, you feel like in a fairy tale from One Thousand and One Nights. Discover historic market halls, magnificent buildings and gigantic squares. Overnight in Seville.

7th day: Seville to Valencia (4h40)

Train ride to Valencia. Here Spain is still Spain. Valencia, the inventor of the paella, is a city of the senses, where there is a lot to discover, both culinary and cultural. Overnight in Valencia.

8th day: Valencia

Do you appreciate modern architecture? Then you must visit the Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias (City of Art and Science). Here you will find the planetarium, the gigantic opera and the oceanarium – the largest aquarium in Europe. Overnight in Valencia.

9th day: Departure from Valencia Individual onward journey.

This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.

OPTIONALS

HOP-ON HOP-OFF CITY TOUR –BARCELONA

Discover Barcelona at your own pace with the double-decker bus. Choose between 2 routes and see your favorite highlights of the city. » When: daily from 9 am to 7 pm. Duration: 1-day, multilingual audio commentary (incl. English).

Price per person from EUR 40. –

SAGRADA FAMILIA – BARCELONA

The life’s work of Antoni Gaudí is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Barcelona’s most famous landmarks. Visit this impressive sight without queuing with guide and tower included. » When: daily at 9.00 am. Duration: 2 hours in E.

Price per person from EUR 63.–

ALCÁZAR: PREFERRED ENTRANCE WITH GUIDED TOUR – SEVILLE

Explore the interior of the Alcázar, a cultural and architectural wonder, with your guide. Learn more about the history of the city and the UNESCO World Heritage Site. » When: daily at 9 am. Duration: 1.30 hours in E.

Price per person from EUR 42.–

ADMISSION PRADO MUSEUM WITHOUT QUEUES – MADRID

Study the art historical masterpieces of Spain by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and others in Madrid’s famous Museo del Prado. » When: daily from 10 am to 8 pm. Duration: 1 day.

Price per person from EUR 20.–

HOP-ON HOP-OFF CITY TOUR – VALENCIA

Explore Valencia comfortably and see the sights at your own pace. Learn more about the landmarks along the maritime or historic route. » When: daily from 9.30 am to 6 pm. Duration: 24 hours, multilingual audio commentary (incl. English).

Price per person from EUR 22.–

HOP-ON HOP-OFF CITY TOUR – MADRID

Explore Madrid in an open double-decker bus. See from outside the beautiful Palacio Real, art museums such as the Museo del Prado and the Plaza de Cibeles with three of the city’s most famous buildings. » When: daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Durtion: 1 day, multilingual audio commentary (incl. English).

Price per person from EUR 29.–

TAPAS TOUR – SEVILLE

Explore the historic quarter of Seville on a guided tour. Visit 3 different bars and learn more about the local food culture. Enjoy 4 regional tapas and 4 drinks. » When: daily at 1 pm and 8 pm. Duration: 2.5 hours in E.

Price per person from EUR 81.–

AL ANDALUS – SEVILLE

Cross Andalusia on this roundtrip from/to Seville on board of the Al Andalus train, a luxurious Belle Époque style rolling palace. Discover Andalusian culture and local culinary delights. » When: Various dates from April to June and September to October. Duration: 7 days in E/F/G.

Price per person Basic compartment Gran Clase double occupancy from EUR 4’585.–

PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT– BARCELONA

Private transfer from the airport to the hotel or return. Price per car/route: 1-4 persons from EUR 61.–