Spain: Madrid, Seville & Barcelona's Sagrada Família
Itinerary
Touch down in Madrid for ten days of discovery and cultural immersion. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure. Prepare for a trip of a lifetime through iconic Spanish cities, rolling countryside to seaside Barcelona. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group and CEO later this afternoon. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation walk and dinner with your CEO.
- Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
- Arrival Transfer: You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Embark on a food tour passing by iconic sites through the Old Town, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor. Enjoy five curated tasting stops that double as a satisfying lunch, with the final stop conveniently located near your hotel. Afterwards, you have free time to explore more of the town on your own. Set out from your hotel on foot to explore Madrid from a culinary point of view on an included walking foodie tour. Return to your hotel after the included lunch to enjoy a free afternoon and evening.
- Foodie Tour of Madrid: Feel like a true Madrileño as you savor the best tapas, Tinto de Verano, Iberian ham, sweet treats and much more, all while exploring Madrid’s iconic sites and soaking in its vibrant culture.
Catch a morning high-speed train from Madrid to Sevilla. Upon arrival, stroll to a local bistro for a classic lunch. Afterward, join a local guide for an enchanting walking tour through Sevilla's historic streets, passing the majestic cathedral and Giralda Tower. The absolute pinnacle of your day is a tour of the Alcazar, where your guide will bring to life stories of magnificent Mudéjar palaces and lush, legendary gardens—a breathtaking example of the seamless fusion between Christian and Islamic artistic styles.
A private transfer takes you to the train station for your trip to Sevilla. In Seville, transfer by private coach to drop your bags at your hotel before enjoying an included lunch. Walk through town to the Moorish style Alcazar for a locally guided tour. Afterwards, explore more on your own or join your CEO for the short walk back to the hotel for a free evening.
- Train: Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
- Locally Guided Walking Tour of Sevilla & Alcazar: Experience the vibrant culture of Seville on a walking tour that explores the city's rich history and architectural splendor. Wander through the charming streets and pass by the majestic Seville Cathedral and the Giralda Tower. The highlight of the tour is the stunning Alcazar, a royal palace renowned for its Mudejar architecture, lush gardens, and historical significance. This journey offers a captivating glimpse into Seville's past and present
Today is all about you. Opt to board a guided river Cruise through Sevilla or join a bike tour along the waterfront and through the old town. After a free afternoon, join your CEO for the walk to your dinner and Flamenco show in the heart of the city. Flamenco is not just a performance in Sevilla; it is the living heartbeat of the city’s identity, a profound blend of cultures—including Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and native Andalusian peoples that for generations served as a raw, passionate outlet for marginalised communities to express their struggles, joys, and history. Today, Sevilla remains the spiritual capital of flamenco.
Today a choice of included tours is just a stroll away from your hotel. Choose either a boat or bike to immerse yourself in the heart of Sevilla. After free time for lunch on your own, the evening brings a true cultural highlight as you taste local specialties and sit in awe of the raw art of flamenco.
- Guadalquivir River Cruise or Riverside & Old Town Bike Tour: Option 1: Guadalquivir River Cruise along the historic waters of Sevilla past the iconic Golden Tower capturing stunning waterfront views of the city's vibrant, sun-drenched facades. Option 2: Pedal through Sevilla’s charm on a flat cycling adventure along the scenic river promenade, navigating the city's bike-friendly lanes to encounter its most famous landmarks up close.
- Dinner and Flamenco show: A Seville flamenco dinner show blends passionate dancing with traditional Andalusian cuisine. Guests enjoy tapas and wine in a in a tablao, an intimate, historic venue designed specifically for flamenco performances as artists deliver a high-energy, foot-stomping guitar performance.
Savor Spain’s culinary and cultural essence. Experience a world-class organic olive oil farm tasting and a zero-kilometer vineyard lunch. Afterward, journey to Granada a historic city in southern Spain's Andalusia region, globally renowned for its breathtaking medieval Islamic architecture, most notably the sprawling Alhambra palace fortress. You have time in the afternoon to explore its spectacular heritage and historic architecture at your own pace or via an optional CEO led orientation walk. A private transfer brings you to the heart of Andalusia for an in-depth introduction to how traditional heritage and modern methods mix with biodynamic techniques. Next board your private coach for the drive to Granada. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening.
- Olive Oil Farm and Tasting: Visit an organic and biodynamic extra virgin oivel oil farm in the heart of Andalusia. It's a great opportunity to connect with the land, its history, and the passion behind each harvest. Learn about the importance of the olive oil production in Spain and what it represents for the Andalusians as you taste the oil and enjoy a picnic style lunch of local delicacies.
- CEO led orientation walk of Granada: Join your CEO to learn the history of this iconic town, its unique blend of architecture that shapes and influences the town.
Granada is a city where Islamic history and Spanish culture blend beautifully. The highlight of the day is a guided exploration of the Alhambra’s breathtaking Moorish palaces, towers, and gardens. Use the remainder of your day to dive into Granada’s historic soul: wander the steep, whitewashed alleys of the Albaicín quarter, and relax in a traditional Arabic hammam or a stop by a cozy tea house for Moroccan pastries and mint tea. Join your CEO on an optional walk as they make suggestions on things to see and do in town.
A private transfer brings you to the Alhambra where you will have an in-depth tour of this imposing structure. Afterwards, a private transfer brings you to the city center where you have free time for lunch and an evening on your own or perhaps join your CEO on optional walks and for an optional dinner in town.
- Alhambra visit: Enjoy a guided visit of the Alhambra, one of the greatest accomplishments of Islamic art and architecture. Learn about Granada’s reign as one of the region’s most regal cities during the Muslim rule of Spain, which is captured in time within the Alhambra.
Today you are formerly introduced to Spanish wine and its importance to the region. The sun-drenched hills around Jumilla, hold a unique chapter in the viticultural of the country. The region has undergone a massive quality revolution over the last few decades and is the spiritual home of the Monastrell (Mourvèdre) grape an award winning variety. Enjoy a tasting of this local wine and a family style lunch. Continue to Valencia, a vibrant coastal metropolis and your home for the next two nights. Today private transfers by coach take you from Granada to Valencia. Make a stop at the foot of Sierra del Carche to visit a family-run winery for lunch before continuing on to your hotel in town. Join your CEO for an optional walk and dinner tonight.
- Wine Tasting and Lunch at the Winery: This family-run winery crafts organic wines that balance high-altitude freshness with the rugged soul of the Southeast region of Spain. Through hand-harvesting and a deep respect for the environment, they produce authentic, elegant bottles that reflect the landscape's unique identity. Enjoy a private guided visit through the winery, a wine tasting and lite lunch of cheeses and Iberian cold cuts.
This morning join your CEO for a walk to discover the area around your hotel. Later, explore the Ruzafa district —a vibrant, bohemian area that adds energy to your experience. Once a historic independent village, it has transformed into Valencia’s most artistic and eclectic neighbourhoods, where old-world Spanish charm meets modern creative flair. Experience local culture as you stroll through the market gathering fresh ingredients and discovering Valencian traditions, before heading to the kitchen to try your hand at Spanish cooking.
Today you explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Valencia on foot with your CEO and a host of expert guides. Explore local markets, learn to select the perfect ingredients for iconic local dishes. After a foodie style lunch, walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon and evening. Your CEO will offer suggestions for sights and dinner tonight.
- Valencia Orientation Walk: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
- Paella Cooking Class and Market Visit: Join local chefs to learn the secrets of the paella. Meet at the door of San Valero Church and walk through the Ruzafa market as you purchase the ingredients. Along the way your guides tell you the origin of the paella, customs and culture of the Valencian people. Later in the kitchen enjoy some delicious tapas accompanied by sangría,as our chef explains the preparation of the paella and once finished we will sit down to taste it along with local wines.
Relax on a scenic train journey to Barcelona before stepping into the breathtaking, forest-like stone canopy of Gaudí’s iconic Sagrada Família with an expert guide. Conclude your day at Espai Mescladis, where you enjoy traditional tapas alongside migrant trainees in a soulful restaurant scene that blends culture and social connection. This community focused farewell dinner concludes your experience in Spain. After a private transfer from your hotel board the high-speed train from Valencia to Barcelona. Drop your luggage at the hotel before embarking on a guided visit to the world-famous Sagrada Familia. Return to your hotel for check-in and free time to explore on your own.
- Local Train: Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.
- Guided Visit to the Sagrada Familia: Join our local expert guide into an in-depth visit of this monumental masterpiece. Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished work is one of the most iconic architectural wonders in the world. The basilica is famous for its towering spires, intricate facades that tell biblical stories, and an interior designed to mimic a stone forest.
- Mescladis Restaurant: Mescladís is a vibrant Barcelona social enterprise that protects the right to migrate with dignity by training immigrants and refugees for hospitality careers. This vital social mission is fully powered by its multicultural dining venues, inviting you to enjoy an authentic dinner that serves as a creative, sustainable agent of change within the Spanish culinary scene.
Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Spain will live on. Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- Eat your way through Madrid on a guided foodie tour.
- Travel between cities by high-speed rail.
- Explore Sevilla and the Alcazar on a guided walking tour.
- Watch flamenco set the stage alight over dinner.
- Taste fresh oil at a working olive oil farm.
- Get your bearings on an orientation walk through Granada.
- Step inside the Alhambra on a guided visit.
- Taste wine and enjoy lunch at a working winery.
- Browse the stalls of Valencia's central market.
- Learn to cook paella and enjoy the results for lunch.
- Marvel at the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour.
- Your G for Good Moment: Mescladis Restaurant, Barcelona
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Foodie Tour of Madrid, Madrid Your OM
- G Day: Guadalquivir River Cruise or Riverside & Old Town Bike Tour, Seville
- Your Foodie Moment: Olive Oil Farm and Tasting, Seville
- Your Foodie Moment: Wine Tasting and Lunch at the Winery, Jumilla
- Your Foodie Moment: Paella Cooking Class and Market Visit, Valencia
- Complimentary arrival transfer
- Waljking foodie tour of Madrid
- High-speed train travels
- Guided walking tour of Sevilla
- Guided tour of the Alcazar
- A Flamenco show and dinner
- Olive oil farm visit and tasting
- Orientation walk through Granada
- Alhambra guided visit
- Wine tasting and lunch at the winery
- Valencia market visit
- Paella cooking class and lunch
- Sagrada Família guided tour in Barcelona
- Tips for all included meals and activities, except for CEO and Porterage
- Departure transfer
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private coach, walking, high-speed train
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- Hotels (9 Nights)
- 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
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