Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to the lively capital of Catalonia - Barcelona! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for the check-in.
The rest of the day is free so you can either explore the fantastic center of Barcelona on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest before the rich sightseeing program planned for the following day.
Day 2: Gaudi Tour
Following breakfast you meet your private guide and private driver and enjoy a fantastic sightseeing tour dedicated to the world-renowned architectural works of Antonio Gaudi.
You start with a visit to the colorful Park Guell, where you spend some time strolling through its mosaic paths and enjoying the great city views.
The day is crowned with a visit to the astonishing Sagrada Familia Basilica - the most brilliant masterpiece of Gaudi that is rightfully considered the most recognizable symbol of Barcelona.
After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 3: Departure
Following breakfast, you check out and depart from Barcelona.
Day 3: Arrival & Madrid Old Town Tour
Bienvenido a Madrid - the glorious Spanish capital and one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Upon arrival, you are transferred to your downtown hotel for check-in.
Today prepare to enjoy a fascinating sightseeing tour around the most brilliant attractions of Madrid de los Austrias - the amazing old town of the Spanish capital that treasures historical monuments dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries when Spain was ruled by the House of the Habsburg.
After breakfast you meet your private guide and set off on a journey around the city. You walk towards Plaza de Oriente, admire and then enter the gorgeous Palacio Real (the Royal Palace), see the beautiful exteriors of the Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Almudena and stroll through Major Street.
Next you proceed to Plaza de la Villa, pass through the always bustling St. Michel's Market and walk down the picturesque Cava de San Miguel. Your tour finishes at iconic Plaza Mayor and breathtaking
Puerta del Sol.
After the touring is over you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 4: Exploring Treasures of Toledo
This day is devoted entirely to the exploration of Toledo - the former Spanish capital and one of the oldest towns in Europe.
Following breakfast in your Madrid hotel you walk to the train station and enjoy a 30-minute train ride to Toledo (regular class train tickets to and from Toledo are included).
Upon arrival, your local guide meets you at the train station and takes you on a city tour around the mesmerizing landmarks of the ancient Toledo.
During the tour you walk through the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, explore the fortified city walls and see the famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed medieval architecture, including the 13th-century Cathedral of Toledo and Synagogue (entrances included).
After the tour you return to Madrid by train, walk to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast you check out and depart from Madrid.
Day 5: Arrival & Salamanca City Tour
Upon arrival at your hotel and a quick rest you meet your private guide at the hotel lobby and start a 2,5-hour walking tour in Salamanca. With a history dating to the Celtic era, this beautiful World Heritage city is known for its amazing architecture.
The first place worth to visit is Historical Building of the Salamanca University. Founded in 12th century, it is the oldest university in Spain and the third oldest university in the world. Then you proceed to the Plaza Mayor which was built in the traditional Spanish baroque style and renown as one of the most beautiful Spanish squares.
The next destination is the incredible House of Shells. Built in 15th century, it combines Gothic, Moorish and Italian architectural styles. You can explore this unique building which includes about 400 shells into its wall from outside. There are different legends which explain the meaning of such a decoration, one of them tells that shells symbolize love.
You then head to the Cathedrals of Salamanca: The Old and The New ones. You have a great chance to enjoy the combination of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles founded in different historical epochs all at once. Then you enter both of cathedrals to enjoy their views from inside.
After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 6: Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer.
Day 6: Arrival
Upon arrival , you are transferred to the hotel for check-in and have the evening at leisure.
Day 7: Santiago de Compostela Sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, meet your private drive who tale you to the village in Lugo area.
After the tour you return to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Day 8: Day Trip to La Coruña & Finisterre
Following breakfast you meet your guide and driver and proceed to La Coruña. Upon arrival you have a sightseeing tour of the city and have a chance to see the Hercules Tower, the only working Roman lighthouse in the world (s. II A.C.) & UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After a lunch break you proceed to Finisterre - final destination for many pilgrims on the Way of St. James. Finisterre is often called 'the end of the earth' because of its position as one of the westernmost points on the European mainland.
After the full day trip you are transferred to your hotel in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 9: Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses.
Note:
1. Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
2. We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
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