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11 Days
From AUD $8095
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(20 reviews)

Premium Spain

Premium Spain

Intrepid Travel · 11 days
Duration

11 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Walk in the footsteps of Gaudi and Picasso, taste fine wines and tapas and wander the white-washed villages that bring Spain to life.

Highlights

  • Taste the best of Spanish cuisine during Exclusive Experiences – taste paella in Valencia, sample olive oil at a family-run farm in Andalucia.
  • See the enchanting Alhambra Palace in Granada by day and by night with an expert guide – a Premium Exclusive Experience. Avoid the crowds as you receive special insight into the complex’s fascinating history.
  • Spend two nights in a hotel housed in 27 converted Sevillian cottages for your Feature Stay in Seville. From antique furnishings to first-class service and an unbeatable location, this family-run hotel will be simply unforgettable.
  • Take guided tours of both Valencia and Madrid, giving you the chance to hear from a expert about the local landmarks while getting to sample Spanish delicacies like horchata and paella along the way.
  • Visit the iconic unfinished masterpiece of La Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona – construction on this hugely ambitious project began in 1882 and is still underway.

Trip Details

Duration

11 days

Transportation

Private vehicle,High-speed train

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Madrid, Spain

Finishes

Barcelona, Spain

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Explorer

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Madrid
Bienvenido! Welcome to Spain. When you arrive in Madrid, you’ll be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure then officially begins with a welcome meeting at 6.30 pm tonight. If you arrive early, you might like to visit the Museo del Prado and then wander the works of Picasso and Dali in the Museo Reina Sofia. After your meeting, you’ll join your local leader and small group for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant that showcases Madrid’s famous tapas.

Included Activities:

  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Madrid - (Tapas) Welcome Dinner

Optional Activities:

  • Madrid - Royal Palace (14 EUR)
  • Madrid - Museo del Prado (15 EUR)
  • Madrid - Tapas Urban Adventure (99 EUR)
  • Madrid - Abono Paseo del Arte (3 museum combo voucher) (30 EUR)
  • Madrid - Real Jardín Botánico (6 EUR)
  • Madrid - Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza (13 EUR)
  • Madrid - Museo Reina Sofia (12 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel Soho Boutique Congreso or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Madrid
This morning, get an in-depth look at Madrid as you join your leader for a tour of the city centre. You’ll visit Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace on walk that’ll bring the city’s history to life. After stopping to refuel at a local cafe, enjoy a free afternoon to relax or continue your explorations. You could wander along the along the Paseo del Arte, or Art Walk, for an expansive history of Western art. Start with the Museo del Prado, then discover modern Spanish masters, including Picasso and Dali, in the Museo Reina Sofia. Finish at the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, which displays eight centuries of European painting.

Included Activities:

  • Madrid - Walking Tour with Local Guide

Accommodation:

  • Hotel Soho Boutique Congreso or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Seville
Travel from Madrid to Seville by train this morning. The largest city in southern Spain, Seville is famous for its cultural vitality and architecture. When you arrive, check into your Feature Stay accommodation – a gorgeous family-run boutique hotel housed in 27 Sevillian cottages with patios and corridors connecting them. The hotel celebrates its roots with its decor and antique furnishings and walking through the hotel's interior is like taking a stroll through centuries-old parts of the city, with its statues, columns, jugs, all creating the impression of a living museum. Personal touches can also be found all throughout the hotel, like the hand-painted details in each room and the owner’s great-grandmother’s shawl hanging in reception. Tonight, join your group for a live flamenco show – a traditional Spanish style of dance with roots in Seville.

Included Activities:

  • Seville - Evening Flamenco Show

Accommodation:

  • Hotel Las Casas de La Judería (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Seville
This morning, meet with a local expert on all things Seville and get to know the city during a walking tour. Explore narrow streets, hidden squares filled with orange trees and flower-adorned patios as your guide provides local insight into the history of the city. Visit the Alcazar of Seville – a grand royal palace. Known as one of the most beautiful in Europe, the Spanish royal family still use the Alcazar as their residence! The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace. Maybe take an optional visit to the Giralda Tower and the famous Seville Cathedral – one of Europe’s largest cathedrals and home to Christopher Columbus’ elevated tomb.

Included Activities:

  • Seville - Alcazar Visit
  • Seville - Walking Tour with Local Guide

Optional Activities:

  • Seville - Indias Archive - Free
  • Seville - Cathedral & Giralda Tower (12 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel Las Casas de La Judería (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Cordoba
Today, journey to the city of Cordoba, where Muslim, Jewish and Christian influences are present in the architecture, culture and cuisine. Cordoba is also home to the Mezquita – a rare site that has served as both a mosque and a cathedral throughout the centuries. Today, a cathedral stands within the centre of the mosque – an interesting example of the interplay of Christian and Muslim cultures in Spain. Discover this supreme example of Islamic architecture on a comprehensive guided tour with your leader which continues outside the Mezquita and explores the charming quarters and hidden corners of Cordoba.

Included Activities:

  • Cordoba - Walking Tour of the Mezquita & Cordoba City with Local Guide

Accommodation:

  • Soho Boutique Cordoba or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Granada
Depart Cordoba and travel to Granada. Along the way, you’ll learn more about the importance of olive oil production in the Andalucia region by visiting an oil mill. Let the passionate owner of the family-run business walk you through the process of olive oil production and taste some different variations of the final result yourself, along with a lunch including olives, olive marmalade, olive pate and wine. This evening, maybe head out to explore Granada’s drinking and dining scene with your group.

Included Activities:

  • Andalucia - Olive Oil Mill Visit & Tasting

Accommodation:

  • Sercotel Gran Hotel Luna de Granada or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Granada
This morning, take an orientation walk of Granada with your leader. Learn the history of the city and discover Islamic architecture and Arab influences at every turn. Then, you’ll have some time for your own explorations – maybe head to a local teahouse to sample some Moorish pastries. In the afternoon, join an expert local guide for a tour of Alhambra and its perfectly manicured gardens. Dating back to the 11th century, Alhambra represents Muslim art in its final European stages. Tonight, join your group for an included dinner at a nearby restaurant. Then, you’ll return to the Alhambra after dark and explore the famed Nasrid Palaces with your local guide. By now, the crowds have dispersed and you’re free to explore the site in all its glory. Your guide will bring history to life and provide expert insight as you explore the dominating red fortress towers, opulent palace decor and a multitude of architectural styles through the intricate Nasrid Palaces.

Included Activities:

  • Granada - Alhambra Alcazaba and Generalife Gardens Tour
  • Granada - Leader led Orientation Walk

Accommodation:

  • Sercotel Gran Hotel Luna de Granada or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Valencia
Depart Granada and travel to Valencia today. Along the way, you’ll travel through the countryside through Elche – the capital of the region of Bajo Vinalopo. The historic quarter of Elche preserves part of its Muslim past and Baroque charm. Walk around the only palm tree grove in Europe while your leader explains how the grove was established by the Phoenicians and expanded by the Arabs in the 8th and 9th centuries. Then it's on to Valencia, Spain’s third largest city. When you arrive, you’re free to explore the Old Town centre that dates back 2000 years. Discover the harmonious mix of Roman, Muslim and Christian influences in its buildings, monuments and gardens.

Included Activities:

  • Elche - Orientation walk

Accommodation:

  • Novotel Valencia Lavant or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: Valencia
This morning, join a local guide for a tour of Valencia. Hear the stories behind historical sites like the Puertas de Serrano, town hall and cathedral, and make visits to the central market and the Silk Exchange building. Along the way you’ll stop to try horchata, an iconic drink from Valencia, and finish off with a lunch of the most famous Valencian dish – paella. The rest of the day is yours to explore Valencia at your own pace. You might like to visit the City of Arts and Science – a large and futuristic museum complex designed by Calatrava. Or, head out to a local cafe to enjoy the treats that Valencia has to offer.

Included Activities:

  • Valencia - Paella Lunch
  • Valencia - Walking Tour with Local Guide

Optional Activities:

  • Valencia Cathedral (9 EUR)
  • Valencia - Miguelete Tower (2 EUR)
  • Valencia - The Silk Exchange (2 EUR)
  • Valencia - Valencian Institute of Modern Art (6 EUR)
  • Valencia - Fallas Museum (2 EUR)

Accommodation:

  • Novotel Valencia Lavant or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Barcelona
After a leisurely breakfast, bid farewell to Valencia and hop on a train to Barcelona. The character and fabulous Catalan cuisine of this city mix seamlessly with a ground-breaking art scene, Gothic architecture, superb dining and non-stop nightlife, making it a city you won't soon forget. Once you’ve checked in to your accommodation, make a visit to Antonio Gaudi's incredible La Sagrada Familia Cathedral. The architect worked on this hugely ambitious project for decades until his death, and it remains in constant construction. Later, have dinner at a local restaurant with your group. Celebrate the final night of your trip as you dine on some of the region’s most delicious foods like olives, pickled garlic, lomo Iberico de Bellotta (pork loin), Catalan cheeses, olive oil and sweet desserts.

Included Activities:

  • Dinner in Restaurant - Barcelona
  • Barcelona - Sagrada Familia

Accommodation:

  • Catalonia Eixample 1864 Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
11
Day 11: Barcelona
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you’d like to extend your stay in Barcelona and delve deeper into this exciting city, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to arrange additional accommodation.

Optional Activities:

  • Barcelona - Museum of City History (7 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Picasso Museum (14 EUR)
  • Barcelona - National Art Museum of Catalonia (12 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Tapas Tour in El Raval Urban Adventure (99 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Casa Batllo (advance booking required) (29 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Old Santa Creu Hospital (16 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Museum of Gaudi (6 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Guell Palace (12 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Barcelona Cathedral (11 EUR)
  • Barcelona - Walking tour: Explore Gaudi and Modernist Architecture Urban Adventure (45 EUR)
  • Park Guell (10 EUR)
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $8,095
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 11 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Walk in the footsteps of Gaudi and Picasso, taste fine wines and tapas and wander the white-washed villages that bring Spain to life.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 21 Mar 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Linda
Traveled, October 2023

10/31/2023

This trip gives an awesome exposure to the Spanish history and key cultural places in Andalucia over the 10 days. Coupled with an excellent tour guide and specialist guides at specific locations, we came away with a great understanding and had a lot of fun doing it.

4.5
Rachelle
Traveled, October 2023

11/19/2023

This was my first trip to Spain and I loved it. Great itinerary, definitely suggest adding time at the start and end to explore Madrid/Barcelona. Berta was great, knowledgeable guide. Can't wait to explore northern Spain next!

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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