Best of Spain Tour with 8 Reviews by Contiki

10 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Madrid, Spain

Ends

Madrid, Spain

Highlights

Pamplona: Your Trip Manager will escort you into the heart of the city and give a brief orientation talk. After that, you're free to explore this quirky and colourful city in your own way.

Bilbao: Home to world famous art museums and architecture that’s grander than grand. Today you’ll have plenty of time to explore Bilbao, taking in the mountains and the skyscrapers.

San Sebastián: Where better to admire the sunset than on the beautiful beaches of San Sebastián? This resort town is known for its fantastic food too – so make sure you’re hungry!

Barcelona: We’ll check out the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s world-renowned masterpiece. Work began on the church in the 1880s and while it was technically never finished, it’s still a wonder to behold.

Barcelona: Enjoy an included dinner at Mescladis – a non-profit that’s all about social cohesion, doing their bit to enrich coexistence, with rights and opportunities for all.

Granada: Probably the most Instagrammable palace that’s ever existed. Tour this Moorish marvel with an expert.

Toledo: This medieval city is a cultural melting pot, with a mix of Spanish, Arabic and Jewish influences. Get some pics of the Alcázar Fortress and the gothic Cathedral.

Granada: Probably the most Instagrammable palace that’s ever existed. Tour this Moorish marvel with an expert.

Toledo: This medieval city is a cultural melting pot, with a mix of Spanish, Arabic and Jewish influences. Get some pics of the Alcázar Fortress and the gothic Cathedral.

Itinerary

Twelve days, countless memories—welcome to the Best of Spain tour, designed for young explorers eager to live the Spanish lifestyle to the fullest. This group sightseeing trip begins and ends in Madrid and whisks you through iconic cities like Barcelona, Valencia, and Granada, plus gem-like towns such as Burgos, San Sebastian, Pamplona, and Toledo. And for the party-minded, two nights on Ibiza’s magical shores await.

Highlights include paella-making classes, flamenco evenings, walking tours of Albaicin and Alhambra, and endless opportunities for tapas and sunset vistas. From historic cobblestone alleys to palm-fringed beaches, you’ll experience Spain’s vibrant contrasts in every moment. Accommodation, guided excursions, and meals are all provided, so you can focus on soaking up the culture and having fun.

The tour package’s USP? A seamless blend of Spain’s celebrated landmarks and local experiences, making you feel at home in every corner of this remarkable country.

day 1 - Start Madrid

Welcome to Spain! Join up with your new crew tonight over your first group dinner in the metro magic of Madrid. Tomorrow will be a whole world of discovery, so you'll be thankful for your hotel sleep.

Meals:Dinner

Location Visited:Madrid

Accommodation:Hotel Praga (or similar)

day 2 - Madrid to Pamplona via Burgos

The first leg of our Iberian roadtrip kicks off this morning as we travel north in search of Burgos and Pamplona. We couldn't race to our night's stop-off point without letting you marvel at the pretty medieval town of Burgos first. For real, just wait till you see the gorgeous town square. Our next stop is the colourful Pamplona. Well start with a brief orientation tour of this well-preserved town, and then you'll have some free time to explore in your own way.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Madrid, Burgos, Pamplona

Accommodation:AZZ Pamplona Norte (or similar)

day 3 - Pamplona (Including Bilbao and San Sebastin)

Rise and shine, Spanish explorers! Two new cities await us today, but not until weve had breakfast. Bilbao might get bragging rights to being an up-and-coming cultural hub of Spain, but that hasn't diminished its uber laid back spirit. Home of one of the worlds most famous museums, the Museo Guggenheim, you're free to use your morning to play art critique and absorb Bilbao's pretty surrounds and architecture. Next stop, San Sebastin! This is a pretty postcard town where cobbled lanes slope towards pristine beaches. Take a walk, do some shopping or just sit and chill in a bar, enjoying endless plates of pintxos (the Basque version of tapas). Our day ends where it started in Pamplona, where youll sleep soundly with a head full of modern art-themed dreams.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastián, Pamplona

Accommodation:AZZ Pamplona Norte (or similar)

day 4 - Pamplona to Barcelona via Zaragoza

This morning we spread our wings and take metaphorical flight once again, this time in the direction of Zaragoza with an end goal of none other than bustling Barcelona. A colourful cathedral & traditional Spanish churros will set our hearts aflutter in Zaragoza, as we roam the casco (old town) soaking up historic architecture and good vibes aplenty. Even the pit stops are amazing on Contiki. With 2-nights in Barcelona, you'll be pronouncing Barcelona's C with a "tthh" like a true local by the time we make tracks. We'll kick things off with a photo stop at Sagrada Familia before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Pamplona, Zaragoza, Barcelona

Accommodation:Hotel Catalonia Park Putxet Barcelona (or similar)

day 5 - Barcelona

Today youll have the chance to join a guided bike tour of the city. Afterwards, you could take a wander through the colourful buildings & gardens of Gaudi's iconic Parc Gell or beach lovers could head to the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Barcelona

Accommodation:Hotel Catalonia Park Putxet Barcelona (or similar)

day 6 - Barcelona to Valencia

This morning we're ready for a change of scene - the port city of Valencia is calling, where beach meets culture in the happiest way possible. Its hard not to be enchanted by Valencia as we explore the city during our orientation walk. With one night here in the land that invented paella it would be crazy not to sign up for an optional paella-making class tonight with the crew. Who's in?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Barcelona, Valencia

Accommodation:NH Valencia Las Ciencias (or similar)

day 7 - Valencia to Granada

It's been short but sweet, Valencia, and we won't forget you. Today, we're seeking the very different vibes of Granada. How are all these places in just one country? Granada is brimming with romance and offering an eclectic mix of Arab and Spanish feels only to be found in Andalusia. This is one place you may never want to leave! We'll join up tonight for an included dinner with the crew.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Valencia, Granada

Accommodation:Macia Condor (or similar)

day 8 - Granada

We start the morning with free time to explore. You can fill yours by opting for a guided tour of the Muslim quarter of Albaicin & the Capilla Real, and while you're at it, fill up on some of Granada's incredible food, like its famous Arab pastries. This afternoon we head to Spain's number 1 visited attraction, the Alhambra Palace. We'll discover the breathtaking beauty and history of this Moorish Palace, with its intricate patterns and detailed architecture that will leave you spellbound, and wondering why you haven't been here sooner. To top it off, Alhambra offers the best views of the city. Feel the Spanish rhythm and style by opting for a traditional flamenco and tapas night with your Contiki family. Que beuno!

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Granada

Accommodation:Macia Condor (or similar)

day 9 - Granada to Madrid via Toledo

Bouncing out of bed should be no problem this morning, given the scenic adventures we have planned today on route to Madrid. Synagogues, churches and medieval buildings sit atop the hill town of Toledo. We'll uncover the city's gothic cathedral, the famous Renaissance sculptor, painter and architect El Grecos house and the site of sieges, revolutions and treason. Just another pit-stop in our life in glorious Spain. Here we are, back where the party started. You're free to spend the evening your way tonight and Madrid's nightlife is pumping, so grab some tapas, sangria and your dancing shoes for a night out on the town.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Granada, Toledo, Madrid

Accommodation:Hotel Praga (or similar)

day 10 - End Madrid

Tears and tissues and pinky swears for a reunion trip will mark the blur of sadness that is our morning departure. These are the memories that will stay with you a life time; make sure your next Contiki adventure is just around the corner.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Madrid

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Hotel Praga (or similar)AZZ Pamplona Norte (or similar) HotelHotel Catalonia Park Putxet Barcelona (or similar)NH Valencia Las Ciencias (or similar) HotelMacia Condor (or similar) Hotel

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Dinner (x3)Breakfast (x9)

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Experienced Driver Guide

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