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7-Day Madrid and Barcelona

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Overview

This 7-day tour of Spain starts in the elegant Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the home of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque palaces. Then, take a day trip to ancient Toledo, known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city, it's also the former home of Spanish Renaissance painter, El Greco.

Spend time in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernism architectural style. The city is home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, one of Spain's most-loved and most-treasured.
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing
Food & Drink
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Hello Spain and Welcome to Madrid

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Hello Spain and Welcome to Madrid

Upon arrival at Madrid Airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign. They will transfer you to your hotel. This afternoon you are free to relax before enjoying a tapas walking tour where you'll get a true taste for Madrid.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Madrid Tapas and History Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD), Avenida de la Hispanidad, Madrid, Spain to Hotel NH Madrid Nacional, Paseo del Prado, Madrid, Spain

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 2

Madrid and Toledo Sightseeing

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Madrid and Toledo Sightseeing

You will visit the most impressive city in Spain, which is also the capital of the country and therefore an important political and financial centre. You will go through the streets, squares and the most important avenues, and see several world-famous monuments and buildings. In the afternoon, you will discover Toledo, located 70 km away from Madrid and a beautiful museum-like city declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Habsburgs Madrid Walking Tour and Historic Center

    Oeste Park

    Plaza de la Villa

    Neptune Fountain

    Toledo City Tour

    Synagogue of Santa Maria La Blanca

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Toledo

Day 3

Free Time in Madrid

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Free Time in Madrid

You'll have free time to enjoy the city. Get lost in the city streets, explore the many museums and art galleries in the city or do a little shopping. Should you wish to do a tour today, this can be arranged for you.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Prado MuseumOptional Activity

    Reina Sofia MuseumOptional Activity

    Thyssen-Bornemisza MuseumOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Mercado de San Miguel MadridOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 4

Your 7-Day Tour of Spain in Barcelona

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Your 7-Day Tour of Spain in Barcelona

Today's rail journey to Barcelona is just 3 hours, the next stop on your 7-day tour of Spain. Then, you'll find yourself in the eclectic city of Barcelona, founded as a Roman city in the Middle Ages, it is now one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel is surrounded by art galleries, university gardens, the Gothic Quarter and many interesting shopping streets.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Barcelona Tapas Evening Walking Tour

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    Transportations

    Train from Madrid to Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Barcelona

Day 5

Discover Barcelona

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Discover Barcelona

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city that incorporates in its urban street pattern with many Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernism architectural style in the country.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Barcelona Highlights

    Las Ramblas

    Gaudí Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Tour and Artistic: The best of Gaudi with Park Güell Visit

    La Sagrada Familia

    Casa Batllo

    Casa Milà

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 6

Montserrat and Free Time

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Montserrat and Free Time

In the morning, visit Montserrat is a rocky mountain outcrop that is dotted with churches and monasteries, some of which are abandoned. It is considered to be the most important mountain of Catalonia, a truly sacred place. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore Barcelona one last time.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel NH Barcelona Eixample3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Montserrat Monasteries

    Free Time in Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

    Monestir de Montserrat

Day 7

Goodbye Barcelona

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Goodbye Barcelona

Have some breakfast before getting your private transfer to Barcelona Airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Barcelona to Barcelona–El Prat Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 15 activities
  • 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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