Explore have clearly taken on board all of the comments made on previous versions of this trip and have now put together a really excellent itinerary. Each day was busy as we covered a lot of ground but there was plenty of free time to wander round the bigger places and we always arrived at each place in plenty of time for a tour and the opportunity to visit things that were of particular interest to the different people on the trip.
Our tour guide, Renske, was really excellent. She made everything go very smoothly and did particularly good walking tours on arrival at each city so that we could get our bearings and she could point out the things to see and do. She also dealt patiently with the myriad of queries and the different interests of people in the group.
Our trip was occasionally challenging because of the unexpectedly extremely high temperatures that were experienced at the end of June but even that didn’t take anything away from a great trip with a lovely group of people.
For me, particular highlights were Zaragoza and Montserrat and also the beautiful Hopital de Sant Pau which was next to the hotel in Barcelona. We would probably never have seen that if we had not stayed in that area and it was also great to be within walking distance of the Sagrada Familia. I think that wherever you stay in Barcelona you will probably always need to use the metro to see some of the sights but it was easy to use (and much cooler than above ground!) and Explore even through in the metro tickets.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Barcelona, Bilbao, San Sebastian
Barcelona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Zaragoza, Montserrat, La Rambla
Northern Spain’s dramatic landscapes and historic towns await on the “Spanish Bliss End Barcelona” trip. Over 7 days, this guided group journey takes you from Madrid through Covadonga, Leon, Bilbao, and beyond, culminating in the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona.
Designed with seniors in mind, the easy-paced sightseeing itinerary ensures you savor each region’s highlights without any rush. All logistics—accommodation, transport, meals—are managed, so you can focus on enjoying the diverse scenery and cultural richness. The USP: a compact yet comprehensive introduction to Spain’s northern gems, perfect for those seeking both variety and comfort.
City sightseeingWalking tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Barcelona, Leon, Covadon
Madrid, Barcelona, Leon, Covadonga, Bilbao, Poblet