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- Best of Spain Small Group Tour
- Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
- Premium Spain
- A Taste of Spain: : 11 Days Across Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
- Journeys: Discover Spain National Geographic Journeys
- Highlights of Andalucia
- Must of Andalusia, Self-drive
- Andalusia Essentials, Self-drive
- Madrid to Andalusia, Self-drive
- Heart of Spain, Self-drive
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 Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$8,061
Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Lots of time in the bus but it was a good intro to several cities.”
Suzi, traveled in July
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 Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 70 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $2,896
10% Off- NZ$2,606You save $290
Duration 11 days Destinations Madrid, Seville, Cordoba, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Premium From $9,100
20% Off- NZ$7,280You save $1,820
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 All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,545
10% Off- NZ$5,891You save $655
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 Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $3,419
25% Off- NZ$2,564You save $855
Highlights of Andalucia
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well-paced itinerary with good quality accommodation.”
Jason, traveled in May
Small groups savor private tastings at family-run delis in Granada and personal flamenco lessons at Casa de la Memoria. Like-minded travelers connect while visiting Andalucia's whitewashed villages and meeting local producers.
Duration 7 days Destinations Seville, Grazalema, Ronda, Granada Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From
25% Off- NZ$3,855
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 All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,011
10% Off- NZ$910You save $101
Andalusia Essentials, Self-drive
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Granada and Seville are truly amazing places to visit and so is Cordoba.”
Keith, traveled in September
Independent travelers aged 26+ navigate their Seat Ibiza through intimate routes of Andalusia. Personal schedules allow time to visit Jerez's sherry bodegas and uncover hidden gems in Seville's narrow lanes.
Duration 8 days Destinations Malaga, Granada, Cordoba, Seville Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,427
10% Off- NZ$1,284You save $143
Madrid to Andalusia, Self-drive
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The trip was fantastic. The hotels were far from the city center.”
audra, traveled in April
Couples aged 26+ appreciate intimate access to Madrid's Royal Palace and Reina Sofia Museum. Personal Seat Ibiza vehicles allow flexibility at historic sites with time to linger at preferred locations.
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Cordoba, Granada, Seville Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,382
10% Off- NZ$1,243You save $138
Self-drive flexibility lets you uncover Spain's hidden gems. Visit the 3,000-room Royal Palace without crowds and explore UNESCO-listed Cáceres' fortified homes at leisure, while enjoying 4-star accommodations throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Madrid, Caceres, Merida, Salamanca, Avila, Segovia Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Destination Services Spain From $2,082
10% Off- NZ$1,873You save $208
Reviews of Small Group tours to Spain
My trip to Spain which I booked through TourRadar was Wonderful. The tour was definitely as advertised, The bus was comfortable and had Wi-Fi. The people on my tour were great. I was traveling alone, and they were friendly and kind. I met a lot of wonderful people. We did see all of the highlights of all of the magnificent cities on our tour. The hotels were for the most part very nice, definitely four-star. A couple in the smaller towns were just ok. Our driver, Jaime was very efficient and friendly. By far and away the absolute best part of my trip was my tour guide, Carmen. She was so friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Her English was excellent. She knew so much about everywhere we went. No matter what came up, Carmen was unflappable. She knew what to do in every circumstance. I also felt as if there was nothing that she wouldn't do for her tour members. In fact, when a bike race closed the streets in Madrid and our tour bus could not make it back to our final destination hotel, she took the last three of us on the Metro in Madrid and literally carried my bag down the Metro steps and paid my fare to make sure that I got where I needed to be. (She was even kind enough to overlook the fact that I reacted like a toddler at the inconvenience.) In short, my trip was wonderful! I would book with TourRadar/DestinationServicesSpain/Julia again! Gracias Carmen!
Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
- Journeys: Discover Spain National Geographic Journeys
Great itinerary and spectacular guide but the exclusive dependence on public transportation resulted in numerous instances of "hurry up and wait." The day trip to Toledo, for instance, involved waits of 30-45 minutes at the bus terminal in both directions. Other tours we've been on always had buses rented for such activities, the result being more time at the destination. Yes, I know that those tours were pricier, but for a once in a lifetime trip, a somewhat higher price tag would be palatable.
- Absolutely Spain
Time was short in Barcelona. We ran… some hotels lack cleanliness. But overall great trip and good value. Good guides and driver. Excellent tpur compliance
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."