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10 best Spain small group tours
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- Best of Spain Small Group Tour
- Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
- A Taste of Spain: : 11 Days Across Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
- Spanish Grand Tour: 12 Days of Delights
- Journeys: Discover Spain National Geographic Journeys
- North Spain Discovery
- Best of Spain
- Down South, Self-drive
- Must of Andalusia, Self-drive
- Sierra de Aitana Trek
Small groups of 12-15 travelers gain privileged access to Granada's Alhambra and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia. The intimate size ensures personal attention during Madrid's Prado Museum visits and authentic moments at Seville's flamenco show with tapas dinner.
Duration 10 days Destinations Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$8,121
Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“TOURRADAR made our trip to Spain easy and smooth, answered all our questions, and gave us an awesome tour.”
Jeanette, traveled in June
Groups of 14-20 travelers wind through Spain's historic cities by coach. The size is perfect for personal attention from bilingual guides in Córdoba and Seville, while offering group advantages at Granada's Generalife Gardens.
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Zaragoza Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 70 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $2,810
10% Off- NZ$2,529You save $281
Close-knit groups of 12-15 people receive exclusive access to Madrid's Royal Palace and Seville's Alcázar. The intimate size allows for personalized attention during Alhambra tours and authentic experiences like private flamenco shows and tapas walks.
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Seville, Granada, Barcelona Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
10% Off- NZ$6,270
Small groups receive personal attention during Alhambra Palace tours and Córdoba's Jewish Quarter walks. The intimate setting enhances authentic flamenco in Seville and traditional paella in Valencia with like-minded travelers.
Duration 12 days Destinations Madrid, Seville, Valencia, Barcelona Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
10% Off- NZ$7,872
Journeys: Discover Spain National Geographic Journeys
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Lalo has a wonderful way of gathering everyone together by calling us 'familia'.”
Jennifer, traveled in September
Groups of 12-16 travelers enjoy exclusive access to local historians in Toledo, private flamenco lessons in Granada, and personalized tours of the Alhambra Palace. Participants aged 57+ create an engaged atmosphere for cultural immersion.
Duration 8 days Destinations Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Granada, Ronda, Seville Age Range 12 to 70 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $3,559
15% Off- NZ$3,025You save $533
North Spain Discovery
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“High five. Nestor was super helpful, friendly and fun yet professional.”
Laura, traveled in June
Twelve or fewer travelers gain exclusive access to family-run wineries in Laguardia and personal pintxos experiences in San Sebastian. The intimate setting enhances local connections from Barcelona's Las Ramblas to Madrid's Real Jardín Botánico.
Duration 8 days Destinations Barcelona, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Logrono, Madrid Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,890
25% Off- NZ$2,918You save $972
Best of Spain
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Exploring the world, experiencing different cultures, and marveling at breath-taking scenery.”
Vicki, traveled in June
Groups of 12-16 fellow travelers share Spain's cultural highlights. The intimate size allows for local tapas experiences in Madrid, hidden corners of Granada's Alhambra Palace, and personal attention during Valencia's city cycling tour. Rated 4.2/5 from 50+ reviews.
Duration 15 days Destinations Madrid, Granada, Ronda, Tarifa, Seville, Cordoba, Valencia, Barcelona Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From $6,545
20% Off- NZ$5,236You save $1,309
Down South, Self-drive
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved our self drive tour in Andalusia.”
Susan, traveled in January
For couples and solo travelers aged 26+, this intimate self-drive tour maintains flexibility with a 4.7/5 rating from 10+ travelers. Small group sizes ensure personal attention at historic sites like Seville's Santa Cruz quarter and Granada's Albaicin district.
Duration 8 days Destinations Seville, Jerez, Ronda, Granada, Cordoba Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,170
10% Off- NZ$1,054You save $117
Must of Andalusia, Self-drive
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The Alhambra in Grandada (not included, book in advance) was the highlight of the tour.”
Richard, traveled in May
Couples and families thrive in this setting, with 60% couples and 20% families participating. The average age of 46 suits intimate tours of Andalusia's UNESCO sites. Groups move flexibly through Seville's Santa Cruz quarter and Cordoba's Jewish Quarter.
Duration 6 days Destinations Seville, Cordoba, Granada Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $981
10% Off- NZ$883You save $98
Sierra de Aitana Trek
60 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“First day (Sunday pm) of arrival walking around El Castell de Guadalest after tapas, close our first hotel and seeing the landscape of walks ahead, and feeling the warm sun after the wet, wintry and cold of the UK.”
Simon, traveled in February
Join 8-15 fellow hikers through Sierra de Aitana's rugged terrain, accessing hidden springs and narrow mountain passes. The small group size enables personal attention while navigating technical sections like Pas de la Rabosa and exploring historic sites like Font de Partagat.
Duration 8 days Destinations Alicante, Benimantell, Villajoyosa, Orxeta Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,121
10% Off- NZ$2,795You save $326
Reviews of Small Group tours to Spain
- Journeys: Discover Spain National Geographic Journeys
Lalo has a wonderful way of gathering everyone together by calling us "familia". It is an example of his warm friendly style, he never nags, never looses his cool, he is the best group leader I have ever encountered.
- North Spain Discovery
Before I arrived on this tour I thought my highlights would be Barcelona and San Sebastian but honestly, I enjoyed every moment of the holiday! The food and drink in this region is excellent and relatively cheap compared to the UK. You don't spend much time on the tour at the start in Barcelona or at the end in Madrid so I would recommend booking at least an extra night pre/post tour to be able to both great cities. Pamplona has a nice historical old town with some nice walks. San Sebastian is just the place to go to for foodies but is also a nice place in its own right! Logrono is the capital of the La Rioja region so you know you'll get to taste some good wine. I will definitely be coming back to this region! For the tour overall, I felt that we didn't really need 2 nights in Logrono and could have done with either an extra night in San Sebastian to visit Bilbao or a night in Bilbao itself. And that's taking into account the included evening tour of Logrono and the winery tour activities. Beware the 4hr + coach journey from Logrono to Madrid. Our tour leader, Maria Christina did a great job considering that she had to take over at short notice. She organised all our public transport and organised the optional meals, selecting some very decent restaurants. I definitely think she made the trip more enjoyable! I had great fun on this trip and hopefully have made some good friends for life!
- Best of Spain
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience of the Best of Spain Tour. Many thanks to our wonderful tour leader, Julieta, for her welcoming presence and professionalism. She provided excellent suggestions for our free-time explorations of each segment of the tour and happily assisted group members with any individual requirements for the optional activities. Her cheerful demeanour and energy kept our group focused and cohesive. Her knowledge of the various historic sites, customs and cultures was supplemented with her connections to local professional tour guides. The itinerary gave us the taste of Spain that we were hoping for and fulfilled our expectations. All the travel transportation modes went smoothly, the accommodations were good and well-located for our needs, and, of course, the food choices were amazing. We would rate this tour as excellent and would like to extend again a huge thank you to Julieta for helping to make this trip so worth the two-year wait imposed upon us by Covid.
What our customers ask about Spain Small Group Tours
What is the typical size of a small group tour in Spain?
Most small group tours in Spain keep numbers between 8-16 travelers. This size works well for exploring narrow streets in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter or walking through Granada's Alhambra Palace. Hotels like Luna de Granada and Silken Al Andalus in Seville are well-equipped for these smaller groups. According to a recent TourRadar review "The small group size made it easy to get to know everyone and move efficiently through crowded spaces like the Mezquita in Cordoba."
What unique accommodation experiences are available with small group tours in Spain?
Small group tours open doors to distinctive lodging options that large tours can't access. Places like the Hotel Torre del Conde in San Sebastián de La Gomera offer local character while the historic Palacio de los Velada in Avila lets visitors sleep within medieval walls. In Granada the Luna de Granada Hotel puts visitors close to the Albaicín quarter. A TourRadar guest noted: "The intimate hotels selected for our small group allowed us to really feel the local atmosphere."
What is the dining experience like on a small group tour in Spain?
Smaller groups can eat at local spots that can't fit big tour buses. This means trying tapas in Seville's Barrio Santa Cruz or finding a table at historic spots like Casa Botín in Madrid (the world's oldest restaurant) and El Rinconcillo in Seville. One TourRadar traveler wrote: "Our group size allowed us to eat at local gems that couldn't accommodate larger groups giving us a true taste of Spanish cuisine."
How do transportation arrangements differ for small group tours in Spain?
These tours use smaller vehicles like Mercedes minivans or mid-sized coaches that can navigate tight spots where large buses can't go. This means getting closer to key sites in places like Toledo and parking nearer to attractions such as Granada's Alhambra. As one TourRadar visitor shared: "The comfortable minibus could navigate the narrow streets of old towns dropping us much closer to sites than the large tour buses."
What special access do small group tours get in Spain's popular attractions?
Smaller numbers often mean better timing at major sites. Groups might enter the Alhambra Palace before the crowds or visit the Prado Museum during quiet hours. Some tours include private visits to family wineries in Rioja or historic Toledo mansions. A TourRadar review states: "Being in a small group meant we could enter the Sagrada Familia during quieter times and really appreciate Gaudí's masterpiece."
What is the best season for small group tours in Spain?
While tours run throughout the year spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer pleasant weather and fewer tourists. These months are ideal for visiting outdoor sites like Barcelona's Park Güell or Madrid's Royal Palace. One TourRadar traveler noted: "We went in October and had perfect weather for exploring plus our small group could easily navigate even the most popular sites without feeling overwhelmed by crowds."