Spanish Delights: An 9-Day Small Group Journey
Spanish Delights: An 9-Day Small Group Journey
9 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Mérida, Córdoba, Seville, Ronda, Granada
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1840
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
Age range:
4-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through Spain with the "Spanish Delights: An 9-Day Small Group Journey." This cultural tour offers an immersive experience, starting and ending in Madrid, with guided visits to iconic cities like Cordoba, Seville, Málaga, and Granada. Enjoy luxurious accommodations in 4-star hotels and travel in comfort aboard a luxury coach. Delight in a variety of culinary experiences, including a Welcome Tapas Dinner, chocolate and churros tasting, and a Flamenco masterclass with dinner in Granada. Explore historical landmarks such as the Alhambra and the Mosque of Cordoba, and indulge in local flavors with wine and olive oil tastings. With an English-speaking Tour Director and 24-hour customer service support, this tour ensures a seamless and enriching exploration of Spain's vibrant culture and history.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Hotel Cuzco, Madrid, or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at the airport and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant. We recommend selecting flights that arrive no later than 5 PM to fully enjoy the first day of the itinerary.
Day 2 : Madrid Sightseeing
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Hotel Cuzco, Madrid, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your day with a guided city tour led by your Local Expert. Discover the highlights of Madrid, starting with the historic Barrio de la Morería, the Habsburgs District, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa. Explore the Madrid of the Bourbons, including the urban planning of Charles III, and admire iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, and Puerta de Alcalá. Continue to contemporary Madrid, with areas like Gran Vía, Castellana, the Salamanca district, as well as the commercial and financial zones of modern Madrid, including a visit to the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. During the tour, enjoy a tasting of typical chocolate with churros, the quintessential Madrid snack. The afternoon is at your leisure to further explore the city's wonders.
Day 3 : Madrid, Merida & Cordoba
Location: Mérida
Accommodation Name: Hesperia Cordoba Hotel, Cordoba, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore the city’s rich historical heritage before continuing to Córdoba, once the capital of the Caliphate.
Day 4 : Cordoba & Seville
Location: Córdoba
Accommodation Name: Melia Lebreros Hotel, Seville, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your day with an impressive tour of Córdoba’s Mosque (entrance included) and explore other significant sites that will soothe your mind and spirit as you stroll through the narrow, winding streets of the Jewish Quarter, accompanied by your expert local guide. In the afternoon, continue your journey towards Seville. Tonight, enjoy the opportunity to discover Andalusian cuisine at a local restaurant with your fellow travelers.
Day 5 : Seville Sightseeing
Location: Seville
Accommodation Name: Melia Lebreros Hotel, Seville, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, embark on a city tour of the Andalusian capital, Seville, with your Local Expert. Visit the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter’s in Rome. Explore the Santa Cruz quarter, the setting for the tales of Carmen and the myth of Don Juan, and continue to Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. The afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
Day 6 : Seville, Jerez & Ronda
Location: Ronda
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Reina Victoria Hotel, Ronda, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, travel south through picturesque Andalusian villages to Jerez, where you will experience two essential elements of the Andalusian soul: wine and horses. Visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and enjoy a wine tasting at one of the renowned local wineries. Continue your journey to Ronda, where you will visit an olive oil production facility at LA Organic and taste their organic olive oil. The rest of the day is at leisure to uncover the secrets of Ronda.
Day 7 : Ronda, Malaga & Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Granada Hotel, Granada, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Málaga. Explore the city and its rich historical and cultural attractions. Málaga is filled with charming corners that reflect centuries of history, from Roman times, highlighted by its magnificent theater, to the Arab influence seen in the Alcazaba and the Castle of Gibralfaro. Continue your journey to Granada, a city nestled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, between the Darro and Genil rivers, and considered one of the jewels of Andalusia. Here, the impressive Andalusian legacy, epitomized by the Alhambra is complemented by Renaissance architectural gems. You will have the opportunity to learn how to dance flamenco before enjoying dinner with a flamenco show in one of the most traditional venues in Granada. After dinner, we invite you to take in the stunning views of Granada from one of the city's scenic viewpoints.
Day 8 : Granada & Madrid
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: AC Hotel Cuzco, Madrid, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the world-famous Alhambra complex with your Local Expert (entrance included), including the stunning Generalife Gardens. After the visit, depart for Madrid. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.
Day 9 : Madrid Departure
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure.
What's Included
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• Accommodation in selected 4-star hotels
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• English-speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
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• Daily breakfast
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• Transportation by luxury coach
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• Private airport transfers as per itinerary
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• Guided visits in Madrid, Cordoba (including entrance to the Mosque), Seville (including entrance to the Cathedral), Málaga, and Granada (including entrance to the Alhambra)
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• Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid
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• Welcome Tapas Experience dinner
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• Dinner in Seville
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• Visit & ticket to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art
What's Not Included
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• International or domestic airfare
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• Gratuities to guides and drivers
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• Travel insurance
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• Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Local city tax for overnight stays
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• Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
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• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with transportation by luxury coach, including private airport transfers as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through Spain's most captivating cities.
Accommodation
Enjoy your stay in selected 4-star hotels throughout the journey, including the AC Hotel Cuzco in Madrid, Hesperia Cordoba Hotel in Cordoba, Melia Lebreros Hotel in Seville, Catalonia Reina Victoria Hotel in Ronda, and Catalonia Granada Hotel in Granada, or similar accommodations.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation in selected 4-star hotels throughout the journey.
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Is there a tour guide available throughout the trip?
Yes, an English-speaking Tour Director will be with you throughout the journey.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
Daily breakfast is included, along with a Welcome Tapas Experience dinner, a dinner in Seville, a flamenco experience dinner in Granada, and a farewell dinner in Madrid.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided by a luxury coach, and private airport transfers are included as per the itinerary.
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Are there any special experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a chocolate and churros tasting in Madrid, a visit and ticket to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, a visit to wineries with sherry wine tasting, an olive oil tasting at a local almazara, and a flamenco experience with a masterclass, show, and dinner in Granada.
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What guided visits are included in the tour?
Guided visits are included in Madrid, Cordoba (including entrance to the Mosque), Seville (including entrance to the Cathedral), Málaga, and Granada (including entrance to the Alhambra).
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Is customer service support available during the tour?
Yes, 24-hour customer service support is available throughout your tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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