Classic Northern Spain
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Discover Northern Spain on this 4-day tour from Barcelona to Madrid, stopping in Zaragoza en route to seaside San Sebastian. Admire the Guggenheim in Bilbao before continuing to Santander, then explore the cobbled streets and Romanesque church of Santillana del Mar. Travel through the Picos de Europa to Covadonga’s mountain shrine, and end the day in Oviedo. Conclude with a visit to Salamanca’s grand Plaza Mayor before finishing in Madrid.
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Tour Overview
Duration
- 4 daysStarts
- BarcelonaEnds
- MadridTour Guide
- Escorted by a bi-lingual tour leader with local guides for some sightseeing (tour is conducted in English & Spanish)Meals included
- Breakfast: 3, Dinner: 3Group Size
- Min 1 / Max 50Hotel Rating
- 4-star hotelsArrival Transfer
- NoDeparture Transfer
- NoRange
- Budget ToursMinimum age
- No minimum ageGuiding Style
- Fully GuidedThis tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Country
- SpainTour Pace
- MediumA 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
- EasyA 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 ToursCountry
SpainTour 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 Tours
Passengers
$1,396.00
$500.00
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Barcelona to Zaragoza & San Sebastian
Barcelona - Zaragoza - San Sebastian. Today, we will depart from Barcelona and head to Zaragoza for a brief stop. After, we will continue the journey to San Sebastian, where we will head to our accommodation for the night and enjoy dinner.
Please note: This tour is bi-lingual and will be conducted in Spanish as well as in English.
Meeting Point: HOTEL CATALONIA 505, C/ de Muntaner, 505, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08022 Barcelona at 7:45.
Day 2 - Bilbao & Santander
San Sebastian - Bilbao - Santander. After breakfast, we will be departing for Bilbao, the capital of the province of Vizcaya. Here, we will take a brief stop to admire the building of the Guggenheim Museum. Afterwards, we will continue our journey to Santander, where we'll have some free time. Later, we will enjoy dinner and spend the night in Santander.
Day 3 - Santillana & Covadonga to Oviedo
Santander - Santillana del Mar - Covadonga - Oviedo. This morning, we will depart for Santillana del Mar, a beautifully preserved medieval village recognised as a National Monument, famed for its cobbled streets, noble stone houses, and the Romanesque Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana.
We then journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Picos de Europa mountains to Covadonga, where you'll have free time to visit the revered shrine nestled in a cave and the nearby basilica. Afterwards, we continue to Oviedo for check-in and dinner.
Day 4 - Salamanca & Madrid
Oviedo - Salamanca - Madrid. After our final breakfast, we will be departing for Salamanca. We will make a short stop to admire its renowned Plaza Mayor and historic old quarters. After that, we will continue the journey to Madrid. Once we have arrived in Madrid, this will mark the end of our tour.
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Extras and add-ons
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Prices & Dates
All departure dates are guaranteed. Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Double/Twin' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. 'Triple' prices per person apply when there are 3 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single' price applies for solo travellers who require their own room or for anyone else who would like the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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