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Highlights
Madrid - See the modern and historic highlights of the city on a guided tour and enjoy free time to further explore independently
Cordoba - Explore this historic Roman city and enjoy an included visit to La Mezquita, a sprawling mosque-cathedral
Seville - Visit the second largest cathedral in the Catholic world and take in the highlights of the Andalusian capital on a city tour
Granada - Explore the famous Alhambra palace and fortress complex dating back to the 13th Century, and visit the adjacent Generalife Gardens
Valencia - Enjoy free time in the city and take in sights such as the City of Arts & Sciences and the Old City on a guided tour
Barcelona - End in the Catalan capital, with guided sightseeing and free time to wander down La Rambla and see La Sagrada Familia
Barcelona - End in the Catalan capital, with guided sightseeing and free time to wander down La Rambla and see La Sagrada Familia
9 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
70 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Madrid, Spain
Barcelona, Spain
Itinerary
Experience the best of Andalusia and Catalonia in style with the "Madrid to Barcelona Superior - 9 days" tour—a journey designed for those who value comfort, culture, and a touch of luxury. Beginning in Madrid, this easy-paced trip features upgraded 4-5 star accommodations and panoramic sightseeing of Spain’s dynamic capital.
Travel south to Cordoba, where the famed Mezquita and historic Jewish Quarter await, then continue to Seville to marvel at its grand Cathedral and iconic Plaza de España. Granada’s Alhambra and Generalife Gardens provide a glimpse into Spain’s Moorish legacy, before the itinerary shifts to the modern flair of Valencia. Your adventure concludes in Barcelona, where Gaudí’s masterpieces and scenic Montjuic Park blend old and new in spectacular fashion.
This tour package’s unique advantage lies in its combination of superior comfort and expertly guided exploration—making it an exceptional choice for seniors and experienced travelers eager to enjoy Spain’s cultural highlights at a relaxed, enjoyable pace.
day 1Madrid
Welcome to Spain. On arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to our hotel in the city. The rest of today is at leisure. Please Note: This is a bi-lingual, large group coach tour, where a majority of travellers may be Spanish speaking. If this is the case, then English may be the second language. For groups of 12 or more the tour is escorted by a bilingual (Spanish & English speaking) tour leader/escort. They will provide explanations about the itinerary, coordinate accommodation services, and ensure the smooth running of the tour, making your trip an enjoyable experience. When the group size is less than 12, this service may be provided by the driver. There will be experienced bi-lingual local guides for included city sightseeing.
OverNight
Madrid
day 2Exploring Madrid
day 3Cordoba & Seville
day 4Exploring Seville
day 5Seville to Granada
day 6Granada to Valencia
day 7Valencia Sightseeing & Barcelona
day 8Exploring Barcelona
day 9Barcelona
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What's Included
Accommodation
8 nights 4 star hotels
Meals
8 breakfasts
Transport
Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsetsAirport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 9
Others
Escorted by a bilingual Spanish and English-speaking tour escort with local guides for some sightseeing (groups of 11 or fewer will not have a tour escort, and will be provided with the services of a driver)Guided sightseeing in Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia & BarcelonaNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Entrance
Entrance to Cordoba MosqueEntrance to Seville CathedralEntrance to the Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Immerse yourself in the vibrant soul of southern Spain on this 8-day active tour, crafted for experienced travelers and seniors who love to pair culture with adventure. Journey from Seville through Ronda, Baeza, and Córdoba, hiking scenic trails through olive groves and farmland to charming villages like Benaoján. Explore cliffside paths along the Caminito del Rey, and let Spain’s historic towns enchant you with their flavorful cuisine and centuries-old traditions. With handpicked accommodations, guided walks, and included transport, this journey delivers a seamless blend of city sightseeing and countryside exploration. The highlight: a unique combination of guided hikes and cultural immersion, offering the best of Spain’s landscapes and heritage in one captivating trip.
Indulge your senses with the very best of Spain on this nine-day Solo-ish adventure from Barcelona to Seville. Delight your tastebuds with local tapas and discover the secrets of authentic paella in a hands-on cooking experience. Marvel at intricate architecture and iconic landmarks from Circulo de Bellas Artes to the enchanting Alhambra, each with stories as rich as their designs. Lose yourself in the vibrant history and culture alongside your fellow solo travellers who may already feel like old friends. With every moment, this adventure fills your soul with the warmth and wonder of Spain.
Let southern Spain’s culture and landscapes sweep you off your feet on this 10-day explorer tour, ideal for experienced travelers and seniors seeking a harmonious mix of active adventure and rich heritage. Begin in Seville and journey through Granada and Baeza, savoring flamenco rhythms, exquisite cuisine, and Moorish architecture. Stroll the iconic Caminito del Rey, perched high above dramatic gorges, and soak up the vibrant ambiance of Andalusian towns. With a moderate physical activity level, this small group journey offers both city sightseeing and invigorating hikes. The USP? An expertly balanced itinerary blending cultural immersion with outdoor exploration, ensuring a memorable Spanish getaway.
For those who dream of exploring Spain’s heartland at a gentle rhythm, the "Ultimate Andalusia, Ending in Barcelona" tour package is tailored for seniors looking for cultural immersion without physical strain. Over 10 days, travel from Madrid through historic Andalusian cities, finishing in the vibrant streets of Barcelona. This guided journey features easy-paced sightseeing, quality accommodations, and inclusive transport, ensuring comfort every step of the way. The tour’s unique selling point is its perfect blend of Spain’s Moorish heritage and modern flair—ideal for travelers who want an accessible, in-depth experience with all the details taken care of.
Which treasures lie in the pathways that follow rugged mountains, and through the alleyways of quaint towns with pretty names? This is a journey of two parts. The first: an interwoven ten-day adventure of Northern Spain, bursting with life and brimming with flavours that will stretch beyond your wildest imagination. And second: the discovery of something about yourself – whether it’s a new favourite wine, or a town you’d never thought to visit that becomes your personal highlight. Are you ready for your next chapter?
A walk in the Sierra de Tramontana mountains of Majorca. With peaks up to 1370m/4500ft, the Sierra de Tramontana is a rugged limestone mountain range in Majorca. It runs parallel to the NW coast of the Spanish island, forming one of the most spectacular coastlines of the Mediterranean. Mountain tops are bare, but lower slopes are thickly forested with holm oak and Aleppo pine. In the settled valleys there are ancient terraces of olive, orange and almond groves. A protected length of coastline that you'll walk along includes an important bird sanctuary and you may see the rare European Black Vulture near Puig Roig. The villages of the Majorcan mountains, such as Valldemossa, Soller, Deia, Biniaraix and Fornalutx are particularly attractive, with their mellow stonewalls and flower-bedecked balconies. Our carefully compiled walking route descriptions take you to the peaks of El Teix (1063m), along the 19th century "Archduke's trail" above Valldemossa, and the fine viewpoint of Massanella peak (1351m) near Lluc monastery. We follow the restored Pilgrims’ Way, which ascends a rugged barranco (gorge) from Biniaraix to Mirador d'Ofre. Also on our itinerary is the spectacular coastal footpath between Cuala Tuent and Mirador de ses Barques. Based at Soller for two nights you may choose to follow delightful footpaths to Deia, or take the vintage tram down to Puerto Soller for a boat trip to the beach of Sa Calobra (below the lofty cliffs which are the habitat of a wide range of seabirds including Eleonora's Falcon) or travel the vintage narrow-gauge railway to Palma de Mallorca and back. Our walking tour is based on three centres, the Santuari (monastery) of Lluc, the cathedral town of Soller and Valldemossa, famous for its Carthusian monastery and for its associations with Chopin and the Austrian Archduke Ludwig.
Experience the lush plantations, mountains and whitewashed villages of exotic La Gomera. If you want traditional Spanish atmosphere with an island twist and year-round pleasant temperatures on your next walking holiday, don’t think twice: La Gomera is the place to go.
From sea level with its exotic banana plantations, walk up through the rocky landscape to reach the unique 'laurisilva' cloud forest that covers the top of the island. This is the start of a perfect weeklong walking holiday if you want to be alone with nature. The scenery keeps changing as you walk down through magnificent ravines to the warm, sunny coast… and then climbing again through hidden tiny settlements and towards awe-inspiring views of volcanic ‘chimneys’.
Due to its volcanic origins, La Gomera’s scenery is very dramatic. Whether you’re walking inland or along the coast, there is very little flat land, with deep ‘barrancos’ cutting into the island.
Average temperatures vary by just a few degrees between winter (19°C/66°F) and summer (25°C/ 77°F), so you will see (and taste!) an impressive range of tropical and citrus fruit. They typically grow on ingeniously built terraces on the steep valley sides, which may remind you of places in Southeast Asia or Hawaii.
In just 8 days, this walk will introduce you to the beautiful scenery and friendly people of La Gomera.
Sierra de Aracena Natural Park offers stunning walking year round through historic white villages & Moorish forts along old Smugglers' Trails surrounded by oak, elm and chestnut forests. Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche is the second largest Natural Park of Andalucía (declared a Natural Park in 1989 and awarded the European Charter for sustainable tourism), lying in the north of Huelva province, which in turn is the most westerly province of Andalucía, not far indeed from the Portuguese border. With only 40,000 inhabitants scattered over its 3.000 sq km it is probably one of the least known and visited of all the parks in Andalucia. You’ll be surprised by the lush vegetation almost all year round, the profusion of wild flowers through spring, the autumnal colours lighting up la Sierra and a gourmets feast of wild mushrooms found in masses given the right conditions. The rolling hills and white villages offer wonderful walking opportunities. The character of the villages has changed little over the centuries, their history reflected in their architecture and the landscape surrounding them. On walks you pass along Roman cobbled tracks, glimpsing abandoned watermills and ancient hill forts left by the Moors. You can still see villagers working their small allotments, hear the ringing of goat bells among the oaks and chestnuts, and the bubbling of the many streams and springs which abound in these hills. Many of these tracks are accompanied by the ancient arabian water system “acequia” and were frequently used during the Spanish Civil War and after to smuggle goods into Spain from Portugal. Herds of the black Iberian pig grazing among the groves of cork and holm oak are a common sight. The area is rich in bird life with an important population of black vultures. Other raptors are common and include the Golden, Short-toed and Bonelli’s eagles. You can see stork’s nests on almost every village church as well as the endangered black stork, and as you wander along the streams, sightings of heron and egrets are common. Andalucía suffered acutely during “La epoca negra” – the black period – or simply “el hambre” - the hunger - during the 1940’s and 50’s, after the Spanish Civil War, forcing emigration to larger cities and abroad to find work to support their families. In La Sierra some opted to join the smuggling trade and become “Mochileros” – packmen. It was a tough and risky business carrying up to 30kgs in homemade backpacks from the Portugese border village Barrancos into the Sierra to be then moved down to Sevilla. Organised by smuggling bosses, the mochileros would carry loads of main staples beans, coffee and tobacco over 100 km in a 24 hr period. Empty mule trains would be used along the wider paths to distract the Guardia Civil whilst the Mochileros would use the higher, rockier paths to stealthily enter La Sierra and deliver their goods to places such as La Posada in Alájar where hiding places where provided until the goods were moved on.