Spain: Madrid, Seville & Barcelona's Sagrada Família

Spain: Madrid, Seville & Barcelona's Sagrada Família

• Trip code: 474X026
• Dauer: 10
• Stil: The Geluxe Collection

Spain doesn't do anything by halves. Good thing you're here for all of it. Eat your way through Madrid, watch flamenco set the room on fire, and let high-speed rail carry you between Sevilla's Alcazar and Granada's Alhambra like a local. Taste your way through an olive oil farm and a working winery, then let Barcelona's Sagrada Familia close the show.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (9 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 16, Avg 12

Highlights

Eat your way through Madrid on a guided foodie tour, Travel between cities by high-speed rail, Explore Sevilla and the Alcazar on a guided walking tour, Watch flamenco set the stage alight over dinner, Taste fresh oil at a working olive oil farm, Get your bearings on an orientation walk through Granada, Step inside the Alhambra on a guided visit, Taste wine and enjoy lunch at a working winery, Browse the stalls of Valencia's central market, Learn to cook paella and enjoy the results for lunch, Marvel at the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour

Introduction

Spain doesn't do anything by halves. Good thing you're here for all of it. Eat your way through Madrid, watch flamenco set the room on fire, and let high-speed rail carry you between Sevilla's Alcazar and Granada's Alhambra like a local. Taste your way through an olive oil farm and a working winery, then let Barcelona's Sagrada Familia close the show

Meal Budget

Plane USD315-410 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Keine optionale Aktivitäten

Start / Finish

Madrid nach Barcelona

Transport

Private coach, walking, high-speed train

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Mescladis Restaurant, Barcelona
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Foodie Tour of Madrid, Madrid
Your OMG Day: Guadalquivir River Cruise or Riverside & Old Town Bike Tour, Seville
Dein Foodie-Moment: Olive Oil Farm and Tasting, Seville
Dein Foodie-Moment: Wine Tasting and Lunch at the Winery, Jumilla
Dein Foodie-Moment: Paella Cooking Class and Lunch, Valencia. Complimentary arrival transfer. Waljking foodie tour of Madrid. High-speed train travels. Guided walking tour of Sevilla. Guided tour of the Alcazar. A Flamenco show and dinner. Olive oil farm visit and tasting. Orientation walk through Granada. Alhambra guided visit. Wine tasting and lunch at the winery. Valencia market visit. Paella cooking class and lunch. Sagrada Família guided tour in Barcelona. Tips for all included meals and activities, except for CEO and Porterage. Departure transfer. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Meals Included

9 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Madrid: Welcome to Spain

Touch down in Madrid for ten days of discovery and cultural immersion. Meet your CEO for an included transfer by coach and to your hotel in the city. Prepare for a trip of a lifetime through iconic Spanish cities, rolling countryside to seaside Barcelona

Day 2 Madrid: Iconic Sight and Culinary Delights

Embark on a food tour passing by iconic sites through the Old Town, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor. Enjoy five curated tasting stops that double as a satisfying lunch, with the final stop conveniently located near your hotel. Afterwards, you have free time to explore more of the town on your own

Day 3 Sevilla: Walking Tour and the Alcazar

Catch a morning high-speed train from Madrid to Sevilla. Upon arrival, stroll to a local bistro for a classic lunch. Afterward, join a local guide for an enchanting walking tour through Sevilla's historic streets, passing the majestic cathedral and Giralda Tower. The absolute pinnacle of your day is a tour of the Alcazar, where your guide will bring to life stories of magnificent Mudéjar palaces and lush, legendary gardens—a breathtaking example of the seamless fusion between Christian and Islamic artistic styles

Day 4 Sevilla: Your OMG Day

Today is all about you. Opt to board a guided river Cruise through Sevilla or join a bike tour along the waterfront and through the old town. After a free afternoon, join your CEO for the walk to your dinner and Flamenco show in the heart of the city. Flamenco is not just a performance in Sevilla; it is the living heartbeat of the city’s identity, a profound blend of cultures—including Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and native Andalusian peoples that for generations served as a raw, passionate outlet for marginalised communities to express their struggles, joys, and history. Today, Sevilla remains the spiritual capital of flamenco

Day 5 Granada: Olive Oil in Andalusia

Savor Spain’s culinary and cultural essence. Experience a world-class organic olive oil farm tasting and a zero-kilometer vineyard lunch. Afterward, journey to Granada a historic city in southern Spain's Andalusia region, globally renowned for its breathtaking medieval Islamic architecture, most notably the sprawling Alhambra palace fortress. You have time in the afternoon to explore its spectacular heritage and historic architecture at your own pace or via an optional CEO led orientation walk

Day 6 Granada: The Iconic Alhambra

Granada is a city where Islamic history and Spanish culture blend beautifully. The highlight of the day is a guided exploration of the Alhambra’s breathtaking Moorish palaces, towers, and gardens. Use the remainder of your day to dive into Granada’s historic soul: wander the steep, whitewashed alleys of the Albaicín quarter, and relax in a traditional Arabic hammam or a stop by a cozy tea house for Moroccan pastries and mint tea. Join your CEO on an optional walk as they make suggestions on things to see and do in town

Day 7 Valencia: Winery Lunch and Tasting

Today you are formerly introduced to Spanish wine and its importance to the region. The sun-drenched hills around Jumilla, hold a unique chapter in the viticultural of the country. The region has undergone a massive quality revolution over the last few decades and is the spiritual home of the Monastrell (Mourvèdre) grape an award winning variety. Enjoy a tasting of this local wine and a family style lunch. Continue to Valencia, a vibrant coastal metropolis and your home for the next two nights

Day 8 Valencia: Market visit and Paella Cooking Class

This morning join your CEO for a walk to discover the area around your hotel. Later, explore the Ruzafa district —a vibrant, bohemian area that adds energy to your experience. Once a historic independent village, it has transformed into Valencia’s most artistic and eclectic neighbourhoods, where old-world Spanish charm meets modern creative flair. Experience local culture as you stroll through the market gathering fresh ingredients and discovering Valencian traditions, before heading to the kitchen to try your hand at Spanish cooking

Day 9 Barcelona: The Sagrada Familia

Relax on a scenic train journey to Barcelona before stepping into the breathtaking, forest-like stone canopy of Gaudí’s iconic Sagrada Família with an expert guide. Conclude your day at Espai Mescladis, where you enjoy traditional tapas alongside migrant trainees in a soulful restaurant scene that blends culture and social connection. This community focused farewell dinner concludes your experience in Spain

Day 10 Departure Day

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Spain will live on

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Madrid: Welcome to Spain

Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group and CEO later this afternoon. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation walk and dinner with your CEO.

Day 2 Madrid: Iconic Sight and Culinary Delights

Set out from your hotel on foot to explore Madrid from a culinary point of view on an included walking foodie tour. Return to your hotel after the included lunch to enjoy a free afternoon and evening.

Day 3 Sevilla: Walking Tour and the Alcazar

A private transfer takes you to the train station for your trip to Sevilla. In Seville, transfer by private coach to drop your bags at your hotel before enjoying an included lunch. Walk through town to the Moorish style Alcazar for a locally guided tour. Afterwards, explore more on your own or join your CEO for the short walk back to the hotel for a free evening.

Day 4 Sevilla: Your OMG Day

Today a choice of included tours is just a stroll away from your hotel. Choose either a boat or bike to immerse yourself in the heart of Sevilla. After free time for lunch on your own, the evening brings a true cultural highlight as you taste local specialties and sit in awe of the raw art of flamenco.

Day 5 Granada: Olive Oil in Andalusia

A private transfer brings you to the heart of Andalusia for an in-depth introduction to how traditional heritage and modern methods mix with biodynamic techniques. Next board your private coach for the drive to Granada. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening.

Day 6 Granada: The Iconic Alhambra

A private transfer brings you to the Alhambra where you will have an in-depth tour of this imposing structure. Afterwards, a private transfer brings you to the city center where you have free time for lunch and an evening on your own or perhaps join your CEO on optional walks and for an optional dinner in town.

Day 7 Valencia: Winery Lunch and Tasting

Today private transfers by coach take you from Granada to Valencia. Make a stop at the foot of Sierra del Carche to visit a family-run winery for lunch before continuing on to your hotel in town. Join your CEO for an optional walk and dinner tonight.

Day 8 Valencia: Market visit and Paella Cooking Class

Today you explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Valencia on foot with your CEO and a host of expert guides. Explore local markets, learn to select the perfect ingredients for iconic local dishes. After a foodie style lunch, walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon and evening. Your CEO will offer suggestions for sights and dinner tonight.

Day 9 Barcelona: The Sagrada Familia

After a private transfer from your hotel board the high-speed train from Valencia to Barcelona. Drop your luggage at the hotel before embarking on a guided visit to the world-famous Sagrada Familia. Return to your hotel for check-in and free time to explore on your own.

Day 10 Departure Day

Depart at any time.