Spain Small Group Tours
Have you ever thought about going to Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, where medieval streets hide Roman walls, and seeing Gaudí's works of art, from the Sagrada Familia to Park Güell? Go to Madrid's historic Austrias district, where Habsburg kings ruled, and see Toledo's medieval sites high up on the Tagus. Don't forget to see a flamenco show in Seville, where dance tells stories that words can't.
10 best Spain small group tours
Compiled by
MelissaSpain travel expert at TourRadar
- Best of Spain Small Group Tour
- Absolutely Spain
- Andalusia Essentials, Self-drive
- A Taste of Spain: : 11 Days Across Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
- North Spain Discovery
- 7 Days Madrid and Sevilla: From Royal Palaces to Andalusian Charm
- Heart of Spain, Self-drive
- Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
- Madrid to Andalusia, Self-drive
- Must of Andalusia, 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$8,255
Absolutely Spain
58 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is amazing and we enjoyed the country. We highly recommend this trip!”
Maria, traveled in September
A group of 40-45 travelers rolls through Spain by comfortable coach. The size allows for expert local guides in each city, from Cordoba's Mosque tours to Seville's Cathedral visits, while maintaining connection during walking tours and cultural experiences.
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Merida, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Zaragoza Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 45 Group Type Group Operator Eskapas From $3,704
7% Off- NZ$3,445You save $259
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 $1,753
10% Off- NZ$1,577You save $175
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
10% Off- NZ$6,545
North Spain Discovery
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Trip was well organized. Fellow travelers were great.”
Anne, traveled in April
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 Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% Off- NZ$3,560
Duration 7 days Destinations Madrid, Segovia, Avila, Toledo, Seville, Ronda, Setenil de las Bodegas, Zahara de la Sierra Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,461
30% Off- NZ$1,723You save $738
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 $2,265
10% Off- NZ$2,039You save $227
Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was definitely as advertised, and the hotels were for the most part very nice, definitely four-star.”
Storm, traveled in September
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 $2,973
10% Off- NZ$2,675You save $297
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 $1,638
10% Off- NZ$1,474You save $164
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
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 $1,230
10% Off- NZ$1,107You save $123
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.
- Andalusia & Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona
All in all it was quite good, comprehensive, and informative. Some of the hotels were not up to par with the rest of the tour. I had no hot water more than once, and the last hotel in Barcelona was the worst, no open restaurant for evening meal, and situated quite far from anything unless you took a bus or cab.
- Flavors of Spain: A 11 Day Journey Through Madrid, Seville, Granada & Barcelona
Wonderful Holidays did an absolutely amazing job of pulling together a fantastic trip in such a short amount of time. The communication was stellar, guides were excellent, and it was a successful trip.
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."