Andalucian Adventure From Madrid to Barcelona
Set off from Madrid and finish in Barcelona on this 10 day journey through Andalusia, Aragon and Catalonia – a relaxed mix of headline sights and local flavour. You’ll zip by high speed train to Córdoba for the Mosque–Cathedral and Jewish Quarter, taste olive oil in Baena, and marvel at Granada’s Alhambra. Cruise the Costa Tropical to white villages. Explore Setenil and Ronda’s gorge, Jerez’s horses and a sherry bodega, then boat to Cádiz. Seville brings its cathedral, Giralda and a river cruise – plus Italica. Head to Zaragoza for Goya and Aljafería, stop at Poblet Abbey, then end with Gaudí in Barcelona.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
MadridEnds
BarcelonaMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Spain that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Country
SpainPassengers
£3,502.00
£1,751.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Madrid
Córdoba
Baena
Granada
Nerja
Frigiliana
Malaga
Puerto Banús
Ronda
Setenil de las bodegas
Olvera
Jerez de la frontera
El Puerto de Santa María
Cádiz
Seville
Palos de la frontera
Huelva
El rocio
Zaragoza
Poblet
Barcelona
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Madrid - Cordoba
We depart Madrid by high–speed train around 11.00 – time to be confirmed – reaching Córdoba in under two hours at speeds of up to 300 km/h. In the former capital of the Islamic Caliphate, you’ll have time for lunch before we meet our local guide to visit the magnificent Mosque–Cathedral (admission included), a landmark that blends Islamic and Christian art. We then wander the Jewish Quarter, known for its narrow lanes and flower–filled patios that are emblematic of the city’s identity. You’ll have free time to stroll and take it all in before we transfer to the hotel.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Cordoba - Baena - Granada
After breakfast we drive through rolling olive groves to Baena – a town with Roman roots renowned for its premium olive oil. We visit the Núñez de Prado Olive Oil Mill, one of the oldest in the Mediterranean, housed in a building dating from the 18th century. Here we learn about traditional production methods and enjoy a tasting of pan con aceite – bread with olive oil.We then continue to Granada for a guided visit of the Alhambra – admission included – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. Lunch is included. In the afternoon you have free time to visit the cathedral or wander the Albaicín neighbourhood, where viewpoints offer spectacular views of the Alhambra.
Day 3 - Granada - Nerja - Frigiliana - Malaga
We leave Granada and cross the Sierra Nevada, then follow the Mediterranean along the Costa Tropical – a stretch with a mild microclimate that supports guava, mango and avocado, and once sugar cane. We stop in Nerja to admire its impressive cliffs before continuing to Frigiliana, one of Andalucía’s most beautiful white villages with steep, whitewashed lanes. Our journey then leads to Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol, known for its many museums, as the birthplace of Picasso, and for its unfinished cathedral, La Manquita – the One-Armed Lady. You’ll have time for lunch and to explore the city centre, or, weather permitting, you can head to the beach for a swim.
Day 4 - Malaga - Puerto Banus - Setenil de las bodegas - Ronda - Jerez de la frontera
Today we travel through the Andalusian mountains and the White Villages. We begin in Puerto Banús, Marbella’s glamorous marina known for its yachts and upmarket boutiques, then continue to Setenil de las Bodegas, a striking village with houses built into the rock, before heading to Ronda, dramatically set above the Tajo Gorge. A typical lunch is included. You’ll have free time to stroll the old streets, then we visit the historic bullring – one of the oldest and most monumental in Spain – with entrance included. We continue to Jerez de la Frontera, where you’ll have time to explore the historic centre and, if you wish, sample tapas in traditional tabancos.
Day 5 - Jerez de la frontera - El Puerto de Santa Maria - Cadiz - Seville
After breakfast in Jerez de la Frontera, we explore the city’s traditions of wine, horses and flamenco. We visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art – tickets included – to tour the Carriage Museum and watch the training of Andalusian horses. Before leaving Jerez, we pause to photograph the exterior of the Moorish Alcázar.We continue to El Puerto de Santa María for a visit to the Osborne Wineries – tickets and tasting included – followed by some free time to enjoy the surroundings. We then board a boat to Cádiz for a scenic crossing of around half an hour. In Cádiz – one of the oldest cities in Europe – you have free time to explore the cathedral and the historic centre at your own pace. Later in the afternoon, we cross the bridge towards Seville, arriving by the end of the day.
Day 6 - Seville
After breakfast, we leave Seville for Italica – entrance and guided tour with a local guide included. Birthplace of emperors Trajan and Hadrian, this Roman site features an impressive amphitheatre that once seated around 25,000, along with baths and mosaics. We then continue to Palos de la Frontera, the port from which Columbus’s ships set sail in 1492. We visit the Monastery of La Rábida and the Wharf of the Caravels – entrance included – to see replicas of his vessels. You’ll have free time for lunch in Huelva. In the afternoon, we follow the Atlantic coast near Doñana National Park, noted for its biodiversity, and stop in El Rocío to visit its sanctuary and enjoy views over Doñana. We return to Seville in the late afternoon.
Day 7 - Seville - Zaragoza
This morning, we take a panoramic tour of Seville, visiting the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the neighbourhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we enjoy a boat ride on the Guadalquivir. In the afternoon, we transfer you to the station to board the high speed train to Zaragoza, scheduled to depart around 16:30 – the 850 km journey takes just under four hours. On arrival in Zaragoza, we transfer you to the hotel. Please note the train journey is unescorted.
Day 8 - Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona
We begin with a panoramic tour of Zaragoza with a local guide, taking in the Cathedral–Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and exploring the legacy of Goya through some of his masterpieces. We continue to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, then enjoy a stroll by the Aljafería Palace. After lunch, we travel into Catalonia to visit the walled Poblet Abbey – one of the best‑preserved medieval monasteries in the world, with entrance included – before continuing to Barcelona, where we arrive in the evening.
Day 9 - Barcelona
This morning we set out on a panoramic tour of Barcelona – the Mediterranean‑facing capital renowned for Gaudí’s modernist architecture, the lively Ramblas, and the legacies of its World Expositions and Olympic Games. The tour concludes at Maremagnum – a contemporary leisure and dining complex by the sea beside Columbus Square – where you can take a relaxed stroll through the area. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore independently, and we return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Day 10 - Barcelona
After breakfast, we conclude the journey in Barcelona – leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Barcelona
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Madrid
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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