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Compare Best of Spain Adventure Tour by Discovery Nomads vs Madrid, San Sebastián & La Rioja tour by Audley Travel

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Duration 8 days 7 days
Price From $ 1,416 $ 6,660
Price Per Day $ 177 $ 951
Highlights
  • Explore beautiful city Madrid
  • Visit Toledo
  • Discover the historical city Cordoba
  • Explore Granada and visit the Alhambra
  • Visit Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and Alcazar of Seville
  • Visit two of Spain's most acclaimed museums on a guided tour of the Prado in Madrid and Guggenheim in Bilbao.
  • Visit the highlights of Spain’s historic capital, Toledo, which is famed for its Moorish, Jewish and Christian heritage.
  • Explore the Ribera del Duero and Rioja wine regions with guided tours and tastings.
  • Sample the pintxos of the Basque Country on a tasting tour of San Sebastián.
Trip Style Private guided tour Private guided tour
Lodging Level Premium Standard
Physical Level
  • 3- Moderate
  • 2- Easy
Travel Themes
  • Cultural
  • Cultural
  • Culinary & Wine
Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Córdoba
  • Granada
  • Madrid
  • Seville
  • Toledo
  • Basque Country
  • Bilbao
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
Flights & Transport Ground transport included Ground transport included
Activities
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Winetasting
Meals Included N/A N/A
Description

Discover the romance and passion of Spain, explore Madrid and ancient Toledo, feel the atmosphere of Andalusia,  visit the Alhambra castle in Granada and walk through the colorful streets of Seville.

Arrive in Spain's capital city of Madrid where, after checking into your hotel, you'll take a panoramic tour of the city. Explored with your guide and had some free time, make your way back to Madrid, stopping in a countryside winery for a tour and tasting.

Itinerary: Best of Spain Adventure Tour

Day 1: Madrid

Accommodation: Mercury Madrid Centre or similar.

Arrival at any time. On the 1st day we have not planned any activities.

Day 2: Madrid

You will go for a beautiful walk to explore the city and in the afternoon visit the Prado Museum. Additionally you can visit Toledo, one of the oldest cities in Europe and home to works of El Greco's art.

Day 3: Cordoba

Accommodation: AC Hotel by Marriot or similar

On the third day you will enjoy a fascinating tour of Cordoba. Take a walking tour of Cordoba and learn about the city history through its remarkable sites. Visit the Fortress of the Catholic Monarchs, the Synagogue, the Jewish Quarter, the Great Mosque known as the Cathedral of Cordoba, and much more.

Day 4-6: Granada

Accommodation: NH Collection Vectoria or similar

You will walk through the busy streets of Granada and visit the Alhambra and in the evening try paella in one of the restaurants.

Day 6-8: Seville/Madrid

Accommodation: Melia Sevilla or similar

Today you will travel to Seville and enjoy a walking tour around the city, visit Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and Alcazar of Seville and see the burial site of Christopher Columbus.

On Day 8 you will go back to Madrid.

Itinerary: Madrid, San Sebastián & La Rioja tour

Day 1: Madrid

Accommodation options: Tótem Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Catalonia las Cortes & Only YOU Boutique Hotel

Arrive in Spain's capital city of Madrid where, after checking into your hotel, you'll take a panoramic tour of the city. Wander through the heart of the city on foot before being whisked to the outskirts of the city by car to explore further.

Day 2: Madrid

Accommodation options: Tótem Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Catalonia las Cortes & Only YOU Boutique Hotel

Venture outside of Madrid to visit Spain's historic capital, Toledo, where you can explore its medieval streets and unique architectural styles. Once you've explored with your guide and had some free time, make your way back to Madrid, stopping in a countryside winery for a tour and tasting.

Day 3: Haro

Accommodation: Hotel Los Agustinos

Head north from Madrid today to La Rioja, one of the country's crucial wine regions. Along the way, visit a local winery for lunch accompanied by a selection of local vintages.

Day 4: Haro

Accommodation:  Hotel Los Agustinos

Rioja is best known for its wines and you'll spend a full day experiencing several of the vintages that come from the area. Take tours and enjoy tastings at a selection of different wineries throughout the region, enjoying a curated wine-tasting lunch along the way.

Day 5: San Sebastián

Accommodation options: Villa Soro, Hotel Akelarre, San Sebastian, Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra & Hotel Maria Cristina

Head north from La Rioja to San Sebastián in Spain's Basque Country, known for having one of the highest concentrations of Michelin stars per capita.

Day 6: San Sebastián

Accommodation options: Villa Soro, Hotel Akelarre, San Sebastian, Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra & Hotel Maria Cristina

This morning you'll have some free time to relax and enjoy San Sebastián's beaches before experiencing the city's renowned food culture through a tasting tour of pintxos (Basque small plates).

Day 7: Return home

Journey west of San Sebastián today to visit Bilbao and its art museums, including the Guggenheim. After your time in the city, head to the airport to catch your flight home.

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