Essence of Spain

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  • No booking fees
  • Booking Type Instant booking
  • duration 13 days
  • tour type Small group
  • age requirement 15-99 yrs
  • max group size 12
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-11830
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Barcelona, Spain/ Madrid, Spain
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Explore the wonders of Barcelona and the medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter, home to the city's impressive cathedral and La Boqueria market
  • Enjoy an included market tour in Barcelona where you will learn (and taste) some secrets of Spanish food.
  • Visit the island of El Palmar and discover its typical 'barraca' houses
  • Learn about the olive oil production process in Andalucia and its importance to the region. Taste different types of oil during an exclusive visit to a small, family-run factory.
  • Explore the tranquil Albufera Lake by boat and learn how fishermen and rice growers ply their trade here.
  • Enjoy the trendy and elegant feature stay in Madrid, located in Gran Via, the heart of the City, among theatres, restaurants, boutiques, cocktail bars. A place like no other.
  • Discover Sevilla, home of the firey flamenco dance.
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The Essence of Spain tour starts in Barcelona and ends in Madrid. The Essence of Spain is a city sightseeing tour that takes 13 days taking you from Barcelona to Madrid and through other destinations in Spain.

Walk in the footsteps of Gaudi and Picasso, taste fine wines and tapas, and witness the white-washed villages that bring Spain to life. This is a comprehensive journey from Barcelona to Madrid including all the highlights down south.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Day 1: Barcelona
  • Day 2: Day 2: Barcelona
  • Day 3: Day 3: Valencia
  • Day 4: Day 4: Albufera Lake - Valencia
  • Day 5: Day 5: Granada
  • Day 6: Day 6: Granada
  • Day 7: Day 7: Cordoba
  • Day 8: Day 8: Seville
  • Day 9: Day 9: Seville
  • Day 10: Day 10: Madrid
  • Day 11: Day 11: Madrid
  • Day 12: Day 12: Toledo – Madrid
  • Day 13: Day 13: Madrid
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Comfortable hotel (10 nights), Feature stay (2 nights)
Meals
  • 12 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
Transport
  • Private vehicle , metro , local bus , boat , train
Included Activities
  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
  • Local market tour & tasting
  • Lake Albufera - Boat Tour & Barraca Visit
  • Cordoba - Synagogue Cordoba guided tour
  • Cordoba - Walking Tour of the Mezquita & Cordoba City with Local Guide
  • Seville - Guided Tour including Alcazar
  • Guided tour of Seville including Alcazar Seville
  • Seville Flamenco show & dinner
  • Cathedral Toledo
  • Toledo - Guided Tour
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Barcelona and from Madrid are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Essence of Spain tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION

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Is this trip right for you:
  • Many of the wonderful cities and sites of this trip are explored on foot. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes.
  • Summer temperatures can be extreme (over 40°C), so it's important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Please consider your suitability to the season you are travelling in.
  • During your discoveries you will visit a numerous religious sites. You will need to bring clothes that cover the arms, and pants or skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot. Your leader will advise when such clothing is necessary.
  • The places visited on this trip often have cobblestone streets. Wheeling luggage across these surfaces can be difficult. For this reason we recommend following the guidelines in the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information.
COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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