Spanish Fiesta
Spanish Fiesta
Spanish Fiesta
14 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Bilbao, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Málaga, Gibraltar, Seville, Cordoba
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ZX-2024
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Spanish Fiesta" tour, a cultural journey through Spain and Gibraltar, exploring iconic cities and landmarks. Begin in Madrid with a welcome dinner, followed by a visit to the Prado Museum. Discover the Roman Aqueduct in Segovia, the Cathedral of Santa Maria in Burgos, and the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Stroll through Pamplona's Calle Estafeta, enjoy the Baroque architecture of Saragossa, and marvel at Gaudi's Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Experience Valencia's Arts and Sciences Complex, Granada's Alhambra, and the vibrant Costa del Sol. Conclude with a visit to Gibraltar's St. Michael’s Caves and Seville's Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla. The tour ends in Madrid, offering a rich blend of history, art, and local flavors.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Madrid,Spain
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: Riu Plaza España
Meals Included: Dinner
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN Welcome to Madrid! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)MADRID-FOUNTAIN.jpg
Day 2: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: Riu Plaza España
Meals Included: Breakfast
MADRID Masterpieces in Madrid MADRID Guided sightseeing includes the Prado Museum and sights of the Cibeles Fountain and Calle Alcala. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its amazing assortment of masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. The famous museum also displays the works of renowned European masters, including Rubens and Rembrandt, along with a stunning collection of Greco-Roman statues.MADRID-PRADO.jpg
Day 3: Madrid,Segovia,Burgos,Vitoria
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: NH Canciller Ayala
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
MADRID–SEGOVIA–BURGOS–VITORIA Spanish Treasures SEGOVIA See the Roman Aqueduct.BURGOS Take an orientation walk and see the Cathedral of Santa Maria.VITORIA Free time late afternoon to browse. (B,D) 286 mi / 460 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The Cathedral of Santa Maria is a wonderful example of the flamboyant Gothic- style which gives her an unmistakable profile. This revered stop along the Camino de Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route is also the final resting place of the legendary Castilian folk-hero El Cid. SEGOVIA.jpg
Day 4: Vitoria,Bilbao,San Sebastian,Pamplona
Location: Bilbao
Accommodation Name: Tres Reyes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
VITORIA–BILBAO–SAN SEBASTIAN–PAMPLONA Walk, Don’t Run BILBAO Take a guided visit of the Guggenheim Museum.SAN SEBASTIAN Enjoy free time to browse and for lunch.PAMPLONA [LF] Walk along the Calle Estafeta, followed by a Rioja wine-pairing dinner at Basaburua restaurant. (B,D) 168 mi / 270 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Best known as the narrow cobblestone gauntlet where the running of the bulls takes place in Pamplona, Calle Estafeta is a haven for food lovers where tapas and wine are always on the menu at Restaurante Basaburua in the heart of the city.BILBAO.jpg
Day 5: Pamplona,Saragossa,Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast
PAMPLONA–SARAGOSSA–BARCELONA Going for Baroque in Aragon SARAGOSSA An orientation walk includes Plaza del Pilar. Enjoy free time for lunch. Scenic drive en route to Barcelona. (B) 311 mi / 500 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION Loved for its folklore, fantastic food, and fascinating landmarks such as the Basílica del Pilar, Saragossa delights with brilliant Baroque architecture that have earned the capital of Spain's Aragon region the designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.SARAGOSSA.jpg
Day 6: Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast
BARCELONA Gaudi’s Masterpiece BARCELONA Guided sightseeing includes sights of the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluña, and panoramic views of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. Visit the Sagrada Familia Basilica. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CUTURAL GEM The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia stands in Barcelona as a monument to the Holy Family and a testament to the masterwork of Antoni Gaudi. Built on the reliance of donations since the first stone was laid more than 130 years ago, the iconic church remains an unfinished masterpiece and the world’s longest-running construction project – slated for completion in 2026 on the 100th anniversary of the architect’s death. BARCELONA-SAGRADA-FAMILIA-BASILICA.jpg
Day 7: Barcelona,Valencia
Location: Valencia
Accommodation Name: NH Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
BARCELONA–VALENCIA Vibrant Views of Valencia VALENCIA Guided sightseeing features a photo stop at the Arts and Sciences Complex and a traditional Horchata (drink made from tiger nuts) tasting. (B,D)230 mi / 370 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE Marvel at the architecture of La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (The City of Arts and Sciences) in Valencia. This gleaming, ultra-modern complex is the largest of its kind in Europe, with its strikingly futuristic design mirroring the surrounding water park, and a stunning symbol of the Spanish city, which houses a planetarium, an oceanarium, and an interactive museum.VALENCIA-ARTS-AND-SIENCES.jpg
Day 8: Valencia,Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: Abades Nevada Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
VALENCIA–GRANADA Grand Granada Scenic drive toward the mountains past cave dwellings near Guadix and Purullena en route to Granada.GRANADA Enjoy free time in the late afternoon, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 336 mi / 540 kmFREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Take in the Renaissance architecture and unmistakeable Moorish influence mixed with modern style in Granada, one of eastern Andalusia’s most fascinating cities. Poised at the foot of the magnificent Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada lies between the Darro and Genil rivers with a wealth of grand Islamic architecture, endless tapas, cold beer, and lively streets.GRANADA.jpg
Day 9: Granada,Costa Del Sol
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: Melia Costa Del Sol
Meals Included: Breakfast
GRANADA–COSTA DEL SOL Splendid Spain GRANADA Guided walking tour includes the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife. (B) 103 mi / 165 kmNOTE:Day 9 Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteedTOUR HIGHLIGHTARCHITECTURAL GEMS Granada’s Alhambra Complex stands as one of the largest ancient aristocratic sites of Western Muslim culture. Its leafy lanes and streams enhance the grand water gardens of Generalife at the once summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers.GRANADA-ALHAMBRA.jpg
Day 10: Costa Del Sol. Excursion To Málaga
Location: Málaga
Accommodation Name: Melia Costa Del Sol
Meals Included: Breakfast
COSTA DEL SOL. EXCURSION TO MÁLAGA Time for Tapas COSTA DEL SOL [LF] Join an excursion to Málaga for a guided walking tour through the Old City and tapas tasting at the famous El Pimpi Bodega. Free time to explore. (B)22 mi / 35 kmLOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES El Pimpi occupies an 18th-century home on an ancient Roman road in Málaga. Converted into a wine cellar in 1971, this popular place for tapas and wine maintains its enchanting atmosphere in its halls and patios. Named after the legendary Málaga character, “Pimpi,” who assisted sea crews and passengers arriving at the historic Málaga port, this popular bodega is also owned in part by actor and native of Málaga, Antonio Banderas. MALAGA-SKYLINE.jpg
Day 11: Costa Del Sol,Gibraltar,Seville
Location: Gibraltar
Accommodation Name: Melia Sevilla
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
COSTA DEL SOL–GIBRALTAR–SEVILLE La Plaza de Toros Border crossing to Gibraltar.GIBRALTAR Guided sightseeing includes St. Michael’s Caves.SEVILLE [LF] Visit the famous Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla, the royal bull ring. (B,D) 199 mi / 320 kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITION Step into the ring of Spanish history and heritage, the Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla (Royal Bullring), where over the centuries matadors have confronted bulls in a show of pageantry and pride. GIBRALTAR.jpg
Day 12: Seville
Location: Seville
Accommodation Name: Melia Sevilla
Meals Included: Breakfast
SEVILLE The Squares of Seville SEVILLE Visit the Plaza de España. Guided sightseeing includes Casa de Pilatos, and a walk through the Santa Cruz quarter. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT Walk through Seville’s picturesque Plaza de España, originally built for Seville's Ibero-American Expo at the 1929 World's Fair, the 540,000-square-foot plaza features a sprawling mosaic patio – an architectural tour de force. Explore the historic Santa Cruz quarter in a magical maze of tapas, flamenco, and cafés.SEVILLE-PLAZA-DE-ESPANA.jpg
Day 13: Seville,Cordoba,Madrid
Location: Cordoba
Accommodation Name: Riu Plaza España
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
SEVILLE–CORDOBA–MADRID Treasures of Cordoba CORDOBA Guided walking tour includes the Mosque of the Caliphs. Free time to browse.MADRID Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 360 mi / 580 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE The Mosque of Córdoba (Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba in Spanish) today is a Catholic but was originally a mosque built for Muslim prayer by Abd ar-Rahman I in the 8th century. The mosque’s architecture is rich in dazzling detail, with over 800 granite and marble pillars supporting its beautiful brick and stone arches - a major focal point in the mosque along with the soaring bell tower – the tallest structure in the city.CORDOBA-MOSQUE.jpg
Day 14: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
MADRID Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)MADRID-STATUE.jpg
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in various cities including Madrid, Vitoria, Pamplona, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Costa del Sol, and Seville.
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Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 7 three-course dinners.
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Guided Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing tours in Madrid, Segovia, Burgos, Vitoria, Bilbao, Pamplona, Saragossa, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Costa del Sol, Gibraltar, Seville, and Cordoba.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to various attractions including the Prado Museum, Guggenheim Museum, Sagrada Familia Basilica, Alhambra complex, and the Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla.
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Local Experiences
Local experiences such as a Rioja wine-pairing dinner, a traditional Horchata tasting, and tapas tasting at El Pimpi Bodega.
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Small Group Discoveries
Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Alhambra and Generalife Granada|Burgos Cathedral (See only)|Historic Centre of Cordoba|La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia (See only)|Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct|Works of Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona|Works of Antoni Gaudi: Sagrada Familia
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 7 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Madrid: Riu Plaza España, Vitoria: NH Canciller Ayala, Pamplona: Tres Reyes, Barcelona: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Valencia: NH Center, Granada: Abades Nevada Palace, Costa del Sol: Melia Costa Del Sol, Seville: Melia Sevilla
Mode of Transport
The tour includes guided sightseeing and transportation between cities such as Madrid, Segovia, Burgos, Vitoria, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Saragossa, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Costa del Sol, Gibraltar, Seville, and Cordoba.
Notes
The Alhambra complex: Entrance to the Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.The Alhambra complex is wheelchair accessible, but the entrance and route differ from those of the included guided visit.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the Spanish Fiesta tour?
The tour includes stays at various first-class hotels in different cities. In Madrid, you'll stay at Riu Plaza España; in Vitoria, at NH Canciller Ayala; in Pamplona, at Tres Reyes; in Barcelona, at Catalonia Barcelona Plaza; in Valencia, at NH Center; in Granada, at Abades Nevada Palace; in Costa del Sol, at Melia Costa Del Sol; and in Seville, at Melia Sevilla.
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What are some of the key activities included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as guided sightseeing at the Prado Museum in Madrid, a visit to the Roman Aqueduct in Segovia, an orientation walk in Burgos, a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, a Rioja wine-pairing dinner in Pamplona, a visit to the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona, a photo stop at the Arts and Sciences Complex in Valencia, a guided walking tour of the Alhambra complex in Granada, and a guided walking tour through the Old City of Málaga with tapas tasting.
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Are there any special local experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes several special local experiences. For example, in Pamplona, you will walk along the Calle Estafeta followed by a Rioja wine-pairing dinner at Basaburua restaurant. In Málaga, you will have a guided walking tour through the Old City and tapas tasting at the famous El Pimpi Bodega.
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What kind of meals are provided during the tour?
The tour includes a full buffet breakfast daily and seven three-course dinners. Specific meals include a welcome dinner in Madrid, a Rioja wine-pairing dinner in Pamplona, and a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Madrid.
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Will there be any free time to explore on my own?
Yes, the tour provides free time in several locations. For instance, you will have free time in Vitoria, San Sebastian, Granada, and Málaga to explore on your own.
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What are some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Alhambra and Generalife in Granada, the Burgos Cathedral, the Historic Centre of Cordoba, La Lonja de la Seda in Valencia, the Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct, and the works of Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia.
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What is the group size for the Spanish Fiesta tour?
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, which are limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. This ensures extra space between travelers while still providing an intimate experience.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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