Spanish Escape
Fully Escorted Tour
This 8-night Spain tour brings you to some of the country's best cities and towns. Begin in Madrid, then continue on to explore the highlights of Seville, Granada, Valencia, and Barcelona. With this vacation package, you'll enjoy the luxury of a professional travel director and transportation via first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach.
Escorted tours offer expert guides who provide deep local insights and worry-free planned itineraries. Enjoy the company of like-minded travelers, visit hidden gems not found on typical tours, and enjoy peace of mind with a travel support system.
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Madrid (MAD), out of Barcelona (BCN)
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Madrid at the Novotel Madrid Center Hotel
- 2 nights in Seville at the Sevilla Center Hotel
- 1 night in Granada at the Hotel Saray
- 1 night in Valencia at the NH Center Hotel
- 2 nights in Barcelona at the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel or HCC St. Moritz
- Sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following:
- Madrid City Tour with visit to the Prado Museum
- Tour of Seville
- Walking Tour in Granada with visit to the Alhambra complex*
- Barcelona City Tour with visit to the Sagrada Familia
- Full buffet breakfast daily and 4 three-course dinners
- Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Headsets throughout the tour
- Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges
**Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.
Great Ways to Explore
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Discover the beautiful architecture of buildings and monuments throughout Spain!
See a Flamenco dance show in Seville!
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Explore the stunning Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.
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Walk around the gorgeous gardens of the Alhambra complex in Granada!
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Enjoy city tours of Madrid, Seville, Granada, and Barcelona!
Your 8-night adventure begins with two nights in Madrid. Enjoy a Madrid City Tour and a visit to the Prado Museum. Madrid is best known for its Royal Palace, which is often referred to as the most beautiful building in the city!
Next, you're off to Seville for two nights of exploration. You'll experience a guided tour of the city. Seville is the birthplace of the Flamenco style of dance, so don't be surprised if you see people dancing, especially if walking through the Triana neighborhood. Continue on to Granada for one evening and enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful city. Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, you'll certainly enjoy the scenery.
Valencia is the next stop on your journey, where you'll enjoy one night in this coastal city. Enjoy views of the Mediterranean Sea as you walk along the port. Valencia is known for its City of Arts and Sciences, so be sure to check it out if time allows!
The final stop on your trip is beautiful Barcelona. You'll spend two nights here, complete with a tour of the city and a visit to the incredible Sagrada Familia. Walk Las Ramblas, explore La Boqueria, and experience all that this vibrant city has to offer before it's time to go home.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Madrid (MAD), out of Barcelona (BCN)
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Madrid at the Novotel Madrid Center Hotel
- 2 nights in Seville at the Sevilla Center Hotel
- 1 night in Granada at the Hotel Saray
- 1 night in Valencia at the NH Center Hotel
- 2 nights in Barcelona at the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel or HCC St. Moritz
- Sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following:
- Madrid City Tour with visit to the Prado Museum
- Tour of Seville
- Walking Tour in Granada with visit to the Alhambra complex*
- Barcelona City Tour with visit to the Sagrada Familia
- Full buffet breakfast daily and 4 three-course dinners
- Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Headsets throughout the tour
- Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges
**Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.
-
Discover the beautiful architecture of buildings and monuments throughout Spain!
See a Flamenco dance show in Seville!
-
Explore the stunning Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.
-
Walk around the gorgeous gardens of the Alhambra complex in Granada!
-
Enjoy city tours of Madrid, Seville, Granada, and Barcelona!
Your 8-night adventure begins with two nights in Madrid. Enjoy a Madrid City Tour and a visit to the Prado Museum. Madrid is best known for its Royal Palace, which is often referred to as the most beautiful building in the city!
Next, you're off to Seville for two nights of exploration. You'll experience a guided tour of the city. Seville is the birthplace of the Flamenco style of dance, so don't be surprised if you see people dancing, especially if walking through the Triana neighborhood. Continue on to Granada for one evening and enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful city. Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, you'll certainly enjoy the scenery.
Valencia is the next stop on your journey, where you'll enjoy one night in this coastal city. Enjoy views of the Mediterranean Sea as you walk along the port. Valencia is known for its City of Arts and Sciences, so be sure to check it out if time allows!
The final stop on your trip is beautiful Barcelona. You'll spend two nights here, complete with a tour of the city and a visit to the incredible Sagrada Familia. Walk Las Ramblas, explore La Boqueria, and experience all that this vibrant city has to offer before it's time to go home.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Madrid!
Make your way through customs and to your hotel! Check in and freshen up. Tonight you'll enjoy a welcome dinner with your tour guide and fellow travelers!
Sitting pretty in Madrid's Salamanca District, the Novotel Madrid Center is just minutes away from Retiro Park and the 24-hour Airport Bus Stop. Modern rooms and chic decour make this hotel look like the future. Enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and 50-inch flat screens,private bathrooms, electric kettles, safes, and more in each room.
A modern computer access and business center bring guests the world at their fingertips, the restaurant serves up international and traditional cuisine, and the video wall keeps patrons updated with the latest sports events. Shopping, banks, and rastaurants are all withing a 5 minute walk of the hotel.
Relax in the city center of Madrid in the colorful Gran Hotel Conde Duque. The hotel offers stylish accommodations with air conditioning, private bathrooms with hydromassage showers, laptop-sized in-room safes, a pillow menu and a flat-screen TV.
The hotel's restaurant offers healthy organic food, buffet breakfast, a charming tea room with more than 70 types of tea, and aromatherapy and massage services. Guests have free access to a nearby gym, and the Centro Cultural Galileo Galilei and Clamores concert halls are nearby.
Day 2. Madrid
After breakfast, you'll enjoy a full day of sightseeing. You'll be guided through some of Madrid's most well-known buildings and monuments, including the Plaza de España. A trip to the Prado Museum is also in store today!
Day 3. Madrid - Seville
Today, you'll travel to Seville! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the approximately 5 hour ride via motorcoach!
Check-in - Sevilla Center
Sevilla Center is located close to Plaza de España, Maria Luisa Park, and Alcazar. Also nearby are Seville Cathedral and Giralda. The hotel has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making every guest feel comfortable. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, television, complimentary toiletries, and more in every room. Enjoy fresh-produce cuisine at Al-Zagal, or the cafe menu at El Jardin Restaurant. The Zen-Ter Lounge next to the pool is the perfect place to unwind after a long day of sightseeing.
Day 4. Seville
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Seville! Discover the beautiful architecture of the city, including at the Casa de Pilatos. Seville is the birthplace of Flamenco dance, so try to catch a show at night!
Day 5. Seville - Granada
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before continuing on to Granada! The drive will take approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. In Granada, you'll take a guided walking tour with a visit to the Alhambra complex! The beautiful gardens and fountains will take your breath away.
Check-in - Saray Hotel
Just a short walk from Granada's historic center, Saray Hotel boasts elegant Andalusian design featuring beautiful mosaics, grand archways, and trickling fountains. Check-in with the friendly 24-hour reception team, then head up to your spacious room. Open the door to crisp air conditioning, modern decor, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and much more.
Once you're all settled in, unpack your swimsuit and splash around in the sparkling outdoor pool! Work all your stresses away in the fitness center, then cool down with a stroll through the lush gardens. When you work up an appetite, treat yourself to a delicious meal at the onsite restaurant.
Day 6. Granada - Valencia
Today, a drive of approximately 5 hours will bring you to Valencia! Relax and enjoy the magnificent views along the way. You'll have time to explore Valencia's Old Town and La Seo Cathedral upon arrival!
Check-in - NH Valencia Center
Step into luxury and elegance at this modern hotel! With the Turia Metro Station just steps away, this hotel provides easy access to the historic center of Valencia. As you walk into NH Valencia Center, you'll notice contemporary design and stylish decor. Check-in with the 24-hour reception team, then head up to your spacious room! Open the door to free WiFi, crisp air conditioning, plush bedding, and many other amenities.
Once you're all settled in, make a splash in the rooftop pool or work all your stresses away in the fitness center. When you work up an appetite, treat yourself to dinner and a drink at the onsite restaurant! With services like currency exchange, a concierge, and laundry, traveling is made easy.
Day 7. Valencia - Barcelona
After breakfast, you'll be transported to your final destination-- Barcelona! The drive will take approximately 4 hours. This coastal drive will provide beautiful views!
Look out over the city from the elegant rooftop pool of the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza. The hotel offers fitness facilities, a beauty salon, free Wi-Fi, and easy access to Arenas Shopping Center, the Plaza España, the metro station, the Fira, the Barcelona Airport, and more.
Room come equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, marble bathrooms, hairdryers, and more. The restaurant offers cuisine cooked up from local produce, the Gourmet Corner stay open late, and there is even a third, Japanese, restaurant within the hotel as well. Those traveling for business will find a large business center and meeting rooms ready for hosting.
This historic Barcelona hotel, built in 1883 and recently renovated, offers all the comforts of the 21st century and the classical ambiance of the 19th. Located just steps from the posh Passeig de Gracia, one of Barcelona's most famous shopping streets, the HCC St. Moritz is a the perfect retreat from the bustling city.Â
Head up to your comfortable room, where you'll find free Wi-Fi, crisp air conditioning, plush beds, and much more. When you get hungry, look no further than the HCC St. Moritz's very own St. Gallen restaurant, serving up Mediterranean fresh-produce cuisine. After dinner, unwind on the terrace with a cocktail!
HCC Regente is set in a building that dates back to 1913! Located along the Rambla de Catalunya in the upscale Eixample district, guests will enjoy close proximity to excellent shopping and dining options. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, television, and more. The lounge bar is a great place to sip a pre-dinner cocktail before venturing out to find an authentic Spanish meal. The open-air pool and patio are perfect places to spend a day while you relax and rejuvenate!
Day 8. Barcelona
Today, you'll take a tour of beautiful Barcelona and pay a visit to the incredible Sagrada Familia! Discover the most famous sites in the city, including the Columbus Monument and Plaza de Cataluna! Enjoy a final dinner with your travel companions for one last night of Spanish fun!
Day 9. Depart Spain
Enjoy one last breakfast at your hotel. Make your way to the airport, check in for your flight, and fly home!