Complete Spain: South to North Adventure

Complete Spain: South to North Adventure

• Trip code: 474X017
• Dauer: 14
• Stil: Classic

In Spain, a land bursting with flavour, artistry, and passion, there's no such thing as going halfway. Start in Madrid, then travel south where the Andalucian capital of Seville will ignite your soul with the heart-pounding rhythms of flamenco. Then head north to explore the vibrant Basque and Catalan regions: soak up the energy of Barcelona, sip your way through Logroño’s wine country, indulge in San Sebastián’s legendary cuisine, and marvel at Bilbao’s striking architecture. With each region offering its own unique character, style, and language, this adventure through Spain's diverse landscapes and cultures is the full package.

Übersicht

Checklist

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Meals Included

13 Frühstück, 2 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD445-580 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Madrid
- Besuch des Museo Nacional Del Prado (15EUR pro Person)
- Besuch der Plaza Mayor (Gratis)
- Nationalmuseum Reina Sofia (12EUR pro Person)
- Museum Thyssen-Bornemisza (13EUR pro Person)
- Besuch des Palacio Real (Königlicher Palast) (12EUR pro Person)

Granada
- Besuch im Albaicín (El Albayzín) (Gratis)
- Besichtigung der Kathedrale von Granada (Kathedrale der Menschwerdung) (5EUR pro Person)
- Granada City Center and Tapas Gourmet Tour

Seville
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Santa Cruz (Gratis)
- Besuch von La Giralda (9EUR pro Person)
- Goldener Turm (Torre del Oro) (3EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung im Alcázar (13.50EUR pro Person)
- Casa de Pilatos (10-12EUR pro Person)
- Kloster Santa Paula (2EUR pro Person)

Barcelona
- Besuch von La Rambla
- Casa Batlló (25-30EUR pro Person)
- Picasso Museum (12EUR pro Person)
- Besuch im Gotischen Viertel (Gratis)
- Besuch der Sagrada Família (17-37EUR pro Person)
- Besuch des Park Güell (10EUR pro Person)

Logroño
- Logroño Cathedral (Gratis)
- Museum of La Rioja (Gratis)

San Sebastian
- Cider House Visit and Tastings (55EUR pro Person)
- San Sebastian eBike Tour (50EUR pro Person)
- San Sebastian Walking Tour (50EUR pro Person)
- Cooking Class in San Sebastian

Bilbao
- Besuch des Parque Etxebarria (Gratis)
- Besichtigung der Basilika Begoña (Gratis)
- Besuch im Guggenheim-Museum (13EUR pro Person)
- Besuch in der Casca Viejo (Gratis)

Start / Finish

Madrid nach Bilbao

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Mescladis Paella Kochkurs und Abendessen, Barcelona
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Barcelona
Dein Foodie-Moment: Wine Tasting at a Local Winery, Logroño
Dein Foodie-Moment: Pintxos (Tapas) Experience, Logroño. Orientation walks in Madrid, Granada, Barcelona, San Sebastian and Bilbao. Albaicin quarter visit. Alhambra guided tour. Mezquita Mosque and Jewish quarter visit in Cordoba. Flamenco show performance. Hike a portion of the Camino de Santiago from Obanos to Puente la Reina. Entrance and visit to the royal palace of Olite. Visit Pamplona. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (13 nts)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Highlights

Explore Moorish palaces, Be treated to a lively flamenco performance in Seville, Explore the astounding red-clay fortress of the Alhambra, Taste a traditional paella, Witness Gaudí’s Barcelona with your own eyes, Devour incredible food in San Sebastian, Experience the Basque way of life

Transport

Public bus, private vehicle, train, taxi, walking

Introduction

In Spain, a land bursting with flavour, artistry, and passion, there's no such thing as going halfway. Start in Madrid, then travel south where the Andalucian capital of Seville will ignite your soul with the heart-pounding rhythms of flamenco. Then head north to explore the vibrant Basque and Catalan regions: soak up the energy of Barcelona, sip your way through Logroño’s wine country, indulge in San Sebastián’s legendary cuisine, and marvel at Bilbao’s striking architecture. With each region offering its own unique character, style, and language, this adventure through Spain's diverse landscapes and cultures is the full package

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Madrid

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Madrid

Genieße einen ganzen Tag, um diese pulsierende Hauptstadt zu erkunden. Entdecke die Plaza Mayor oder besuche den berühmten Königspalast. Genieße köstliche spanische Tapas oder stille im Prado Museum deine Gier nach fantastischer Kunst

Day 3 Madrid/Granada

Erkunde am Morgen das kosmopolitische Madrid, bevor es in den Süden nach Granada weitergeht

Day 4 Granada

Genieße eine geführte Besichtigung der prachtvollen Alhambra. Abends kannst du einen Spaziergang durch die Stadt machen und ihre Tapas- und Weinbars kennenlernen

Day 5 Granada/Cordoba/Sevilla

Weiter geht es nach Sevilla, die pulsierende Hauptstadt Andalusiens. Am frühen Abend fahren Sie weiter in Richtung Sevilla und beenden Sie Ihren Tag mit Freizeit, um die Stadt kennenzulernen

Day 6 Sevilla

Verbringe den Tag damit, diese Stadt voller maurischer Einflüsse zu genießen. Du kannst das Viertel Santa Cruz, den Alcázar oder die weltgrößte gotische Kathedrale besuchen. Am frühen Abend fahren Sie weiter in Richtung Sevilla und beenden Ihren Tag mit einer dramatischen Flamenco-Performance

Day 7 Sevilla/Valencia

Unternimm einen Orientierungs-Spaziergang mit Barri Gòtic und Las Ramblas. Abends lässt du den Tag bei einem von G Adventures unterstützten Tapas-Kochkurs mit jungen Migranten ausklingen, gefolgt von einem Abendessen mit der Gruppe

Day 8 Barcelona

Get out and explore all that Barcelona has to offer, or choose to journey further afield to the surrounding beaches and countryside to get a true taste of Catalan life

Day 9 Barcelona/Logroño

Travel by train to the La Rioja wine region of Spain and the city of Logroño, visiting a local winery shortly after arriving for a tasting. In the evening, set off with your CEO on a tavern crawl to sample small plates of food, called pintxos, very delicious and typical to this part of Spain, which will serve as a light dinner

Day 10 Logroño

Take advantage of a free day in Logroño to discover wine country as you please. Options include a day tour to the nearby town of Haro, visit wineries or see some of the sights in the city like the cathedral or the Museum of La Rioja

Day 11 Logroño/San Sebastian

Travel through the Navarre region today from Logroño to San Sebastian with many stops on the way. First, stop in the town of Obanos for a hike along a portion of the famed Camino de Santiago trail. Continue by bus to the town of Olite to visit the grand palace then stop in Pamplona for a bit of free time to explore. End the day's travels on the coast at San Sebastian and check into the hotel

Day 12 San Sebastian

Start the morning with an orientation walk of San Sebastian with your CEO before enjoying the rest of the day free to get the most out of the city's vibrant centre, waterfront and the incredible food. Some options to choose from could be a visit to a local cider house, take a bike, or a walking tour

Day 13 San Sebastian/Bilbao

Catch a morning bus from San Sebastian to the city of Bilbao. Set off with your CEO on an orientation walk before enjoying the rest of the afternoon free to explore. Choose to visit the stunning Guggenheim Museum, or climb the Mallona Stairs to Parque Etxebarria for beautiful views over the city

Day 14 Bilbao

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Madrid

Day 2 Madrid

Day 3 Madrid/Granada

Day 4 Granada

After visiting the Alhambra, opt to take a wander through this historic city. In the evening, opt for a night on the town. Granada is filled with trendy tapas bars and has a lively music scene. Due to regulations for Alhambra's ticketing system, your passport information must be provided to G Adventures at the time of booking in order to guarantee your guided tour of the Alhambra. See "Important notes" under Tour Details for more information

Day 5 Granada/Cordoba/Sevilla

Day 6 Sevilla

Nimm dir die Zeit, um all das zu sehen, was diese tolle Stadt zu bieten hat. Optional kannst du die Innenräume und Gärten des prächtigen Palasts Alcázar aus der Zeit der Mauren oder das wahre Herz von Sevilla – den Stadtteil Santa Cruz – erkunden, eine charmante Gegend mit sich windenden Gassen, malerischen, weiß getünchten Häusern, Terrassen voller Blumen und kleinen Plätzen. Please note that if you wish to visit popular sites and want to avoid waiting in line, it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance. We recommend pre-arranging your visit to the Alcázar of Seville

Day 7 Sevilla/Valencia

Day 8 Barcelona

Day 9 Barcelona/Logroño

Day 10 Logroño

Day 11 Logroño/San Sebastian

Day 12 San Sebastian

Day 13 San Sebastian/Bilbao

Day 14 Bilbao