Overnight Flight | 1 night

Embark on an overnight journey as you board your flight to Bilbao.

Bilbao | 2 nights

Included meal: Welcome dinner 

Welcome to the vibrant city of Bilbao in Spain! 

Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by the bustling industrial port city located in the Basque Country. Bilbao is renowned for its impressive Guggenheim Museum, created by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, as well as its exceptional culinary offerings. 

Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a delightful welcome dinner, where you can begin to acquaint yourself with the group.

Included meal: Breakfast 

Embark on a guided sightseeing expedition of Bilbao, led by your knowledgeable Tour Director.

• Marvel at the captivating architecture within Bilbao's historic district, Casco Viejo.
• Step inside the renowned Guggenheim Museum, designed by the visionary architect Frank Gehry. 
• With a local guide, appreciate the museum's remarkable modern and contemporary art collection while admiring its distinct architectural features. 

Enjoy some leisure time in the afternoon to explore the city at your own pace or consider adding an optional excursion to enhance your experience.

Included meal: Breakfast

Indulge in a day of leisure in the enchanting city of Santander or consider adding an optional excursion to enrich your experience.

Oviedo | 1 night

Included meals: Breakfast, Tasting, Dinner 

Embark on a captivating journey towards Oviedo, making stops at significant historical sites in Spain along the way.

• Embark on a guided tour of the Altamira National Museum and Research Centre, where you will encounter an exact replica of the renowned Altamira Caves. 
• These Paleolithic caves and their extraordinary cave paintings, discovered by Marcelino Sanz de Sautuola in 1879, revolutionized the field of archaeology. 
• Take a leisurely stroll through the impeccably preserved medieval village of Santillana del Mar. Witness the magnificence of the 11th-century Collegiate Church before enjoying some free time to explore. 

Continue your journey to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias province in Spain, known for its UNESCO World Heritage sites. 

• Discover the city's highlights during a captivating walking tour, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide.
• Navigate through the captivating Gothic Quarter and enter the Roman Catholic Oviedo Cathedral, an important pilgrimage site along the Camino del Norte route. 
• Delight your taste buds with a sampling of local Asturias cheese, adding a flavorful touch to your tour. 

In the evening, experience a fascinating visit to a cider house, where you will learn about the cider production process from a knowledgeable staff member. Indulge in the tasting of hard ciders, including some freshly poured from the barrel. Finally, savor an included dinner at the cider house, making for a memorable culinary experience.

Santiago de Compostela | 2 nights

Included meal: Breakfast 

While making your way to Santiago de Compostela, make a stop in the captivating city of Lugo to admire its remarkable Roman walls, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, which have stood since the third century.

Resume your journey and take a moment to visit the scenic hilltop viewpoint called Monte Viso. From there, delight in breathtaking panoramic views of the Santiago de Compostela skyline.

Included meal: Breakfast 

Embark on a fascinating walking tour of Santiago de Compostela, a historic town that held significant prominence as a major pilgrimage destination, ranking closely with Jerusalem and Rome.

• Meander through the narrow, winding streets of this ancient city and take a moment to visit Parque de la Alameda. 
• Step inside the awe-inspiring Gothic Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, which serves as the final destination of the renowned Way of St. James pilgrimage route. 

After the tour, enjoy some leisure time to further explore the captivating sights of Santiago de Compostela at your own pace or consider adding an optional excursion to enhance your experience.

Salamanca | 2 nights

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

Today, journey to the captivating city of Salamanca, located in the Castile and León region. Salamanca is renowned for its stunning sandstone architecture and its prestigious 13th-century university. Upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to explore the city. 

Later in the evening, indulge in an included group dinner in Salamanca.

Included meal: Breakfast 

This morning, embark on a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed city of Salamanca, renowned for its stunning yellow-toned sandstone buildings, earning it the moniker "the Golden City."

• Immerse yourself in the rich history of Salamanca's historic city center. 
• Pass through Plaza Mayor as you venture towards notable landmarks such as Las Torres de la Clerecía and the Gothic-style Casa de las Conchas, adorned with over 300 intricately carved scallop shell motifs on its facade. 
• Discover the esteemed 13th-century University of Salamanca, including the picturesque Escuelas Menores courtyard, the captivating "Salamanca Sky" (or "Cielo de Salamanca") mural, the grand Escuelas Mayores main building, and the Arzobispo Fonseca School. 
• Admire the architectural beauty of Anaya Palace and visit both the new and old cathedrals of the city. 

Following the tour, enjoy a free afternoon to further explore Salamanca at your leisure or consider adding an optional excursion to enhance your experience.

Madrid | 1 night

Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner 

Today, travel towards Madrid, making captivating stops at Ávila and Segovia along the way.

Begin your journey by visiting a scenic viewpoint, where you can capture stunning photos of the Medieval Walls of Ávila, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Next, take a short ride to Segovia and join a knowledgeable local guide for a walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site. 

• Admire the magnificent and remarkably preserved Roman aqueduct, a towering structure that supplied water to the city from the Frío River for centuries until the 20th century.
• Explore the Gothic-style Roman Catholic cathedral of Segovia, along with the adjacent Plaza Mayor, immersing yourself in the city's rich history.
• Step inside the captivating Alcázar, a fairy-tale castle located at the far end of the Old City.
• After the guided tour, you'll have some free time to further discover the city, perhaps by indulging in the renowned roast suckling pig for which Segovia is famous.

Finally, continue your journey to Madrid, where you will conclude your trip with a delightful farewell dinner, celebrating your experiences with your fellow travelers.

Flight Home

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures) 

Prepare for your departure as you are transferred to the airport for your flight back home. Alternatively, you have the option to extend your stay in Madrid to further explore the city and its attractions.