Experience Spain intimately with over 70 small group tours (max 16 travelers). Enjoy personal attention from guides, flexibility in itineraries, and deeper cultural connections, rated by more than 950 small group travelers.
Physical Rating
Departures
Duration
1 day22 days
Accommodations
Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Overall, seeing almost the entire Spain in such a short time the trip was well organized other than my previous comments. Some of the hotels could have been a little cleaner, located better and treat us more efficiently, ie. to check in upon arrival no matter the time.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Bilbao, Logrono, San Seb
Madrid, Bilbao, Logrono, San Sebastian, Granada, Seville, Barcelona
A wonderful trip made in large part by the excellent guide Ester Galindo, perhaps the best we’ve had in 20+ trips with Explore. She worked very hard to keep all the varied group happy by finding routes where the more adventurous could take a slight detour and experience more challenging terrain whilst she looked after the others. Not an easy task when there was 15 of us and her. She also had to rearrange the itinerary due to bad weather. Kind, caring and enthusiastic and with a smile on her face throughout. Great walks - approx 4-5 hours each day averaging 6-7 miles or so in spectacular cliff top terrain. Good apart-hotel ( a bit “resort-y” for Explore?) with a splendid breakfast buffet. Great group of like minded people. 5 stars but only issue was the booking process with Explore which is not as good as it used to be. Vague at times, promised return calls not made, loyalty discount not applied correctly, flights unclear, etc etc! (Blamed by Explore on them being overwhelmed during a Sale promotion). Doesn’t inspire confidence but the trip delivered in the end which is the important thing.
Walking toursBeach
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lanzarote, Playa Quemada, Timanf
Lanzarote, Playa Quemada, Timanfaya, La Graciosa, Famara Beach, Arrieta, Costa Teguise
Indulge your senses on the Explore Spain & Portugal tour, a 15-day adventure that captures the flair and flavor of the Iberian Peninsula. Begin in Madrid and wind your way through Porto’s wine cellars, the sunny Algarve, and the rolling hills of Granada. Admire the masterpieces of Picasso, Dali, and Gaudi, and experience the passion of flamenco and the charm of Andalusian Seville.
With an easy pace and a focus on city sightseeing, this tour is welcoming for all travelers. Local leaders guide you through culinary delights, architectural wonders, and dramatic history, ensuring an immersive exploration.
The unique selling point? A vibrant trail of art, culture, and gastronomy, expertly woven into one unforgettable tour package through Spain and Portugal.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Santia
Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Santiago De Compostela, Granada, Seville, Algarve, Lisbon
A well planned small group tour providing interesting historical and cultural experiences in excellent accommodation under the care of an exceptional guide
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the sights, sounds and smells of Andalusian country on this seven-day adventure in Spain’s south. Feast on a variety of region-specific tapas, visit historic hilltop villages and bask in the laidback atmosphere along the Mediterranean coast. Explore some of the best landmarks in Seville and Ronda with your local leader, take a flamenco class in Casa de la Memoria and journey through the Granada Geopark in a 4WD. Whether you’re after a scenic hiking opportunity or some time to sit back and relax with a coffee or glass of wine, Andalusia’s got you covered.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
