Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris to Bordeaux
Your rail adventure starts at London's St Pancras Station where you'll board the Eurostar to Paris. After meeting your Tour Leader at Gare du Nord, you'll take the metro to Gare Montparnasse and catch a train through the French countryside, arriving in Bordeaux by late afternoon.
Included Activities
- Eurostar train from London St Pancras to Paris
- Paris metro transfer from Gare du Nord to Gare Montparnasse
- Train from Paris to Bordeaux
Landmarks/POIs St Pancras Station Gare du Nord Gare Montparnasse - Day 2
Bordeaux
Walking through Bordeaux's historic centre with a local guide, you'll see 18th-century architecture, local shops, and regional delicacies. Marche des Capucins market is where you can grab lunch with recommendations from your guide. The afternoon is yours to spend however you like, whether that's strolling the Quais, checking out the botanical garden, or visiting wine museums and local châteaux.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux historic centre with local guide
- Visit to Marche des Capucins market
- Wine and Trades Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the Quais
- Visit botanical garden across the river
- Musee d'Aquitaine
- Cite du Vin museum
- Wine tasting at surrounding châteaux
Landmarks/POIs Marche des Capucins Wine and Trades Museum Cite du Vin Musee d'Aquitaine - Day 3
Bordeaux to San Sebastian
You'll take a train to Hendaye at the Spanish border, then switch to a local Spanish train for about 30 minutes to reach San Sebastian. After checking in, there's a short walk with your Tour Leader to the Peine del Viento sculptures for views over the bay. Afterward, wander the Old Town, Plaza de la Constitucion, and the Basilica of Saint Mary. Tonight you can join your Tour Leader at Basque pintxos bars or explore independently with recommendations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train from Bordeaux to Hendaye
- Spanish train from Hendaye to San Sebastian
- Guided walk to Peine del Viento sculptures
- Exploration of San Sebastian Old Town, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Basilica of Saint Mary
Optional Activities
- 19th-century funicular to top of Monte Igueldo
- Pintxos bars evening experience with Tour Leader
Landmarks/POIs Peine del Viento Monte Igueldo Plaza de la Constitucion Basilica of Saint Mary - Day 4
San Sebastian
A public bus takes you to the eastern end of San Sebastian for a half-day hike on the Camino del Norte, a four-hour walk with a steep uphill section through woodland that then flattens out along the coast with Atlantic views. You'll finish at Pasaia fishing village, then take a three-minute ferry to Old Pasaia for lunch at waterfront fish restaurants before returning by ferry, bus, or train. If hiking isn't for you, the San Telmo Museum, La Concha beach, or the harbour and old town are good alternatives.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day Camino del Norte hike from San Sebastian to Pasaia
- Ferry crossing to Old Pasaia
Optional Activities
- San Telmo Museum visit
- Stroll along La Concha beach
- Harbour and old town exploration
Landmarks/POIs Camino del Norte Silver Lighthouse (Faro de la Plata) Pasaia San Telmo Museum La Concha Beach - Day 5
San Sebastian to Segovia
A morning train takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Segovia, about five hours away, arriving early afternoon. Walking with your Tour Leader, you'll see the impressive 1st-century Roman Aqueduct with 166 arches spanning 17 kilometres, the Alcazar Fortress, Plaza Mayor, the 16th-century Gothic cathedral, and portions of the ancient walls that surround the upper old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train from San Sebastian to Segovia
- Guided walking tour of Segovia
- Visit to Roman Aqueduct
- Walk on ancient city walls
Landmarks/POIs Roman Aqueduct of Segovia Alcazar Fortress Plaza Mayor Segovia Cathedral - Day 6
Segovia to Madrid
This morning in Segovia is free time to head up to the hilltop Alcazar for views over the city and rivers, or to get a closer look at the slate turrets, keep, and four-tower square. In the afternoon, you'll catch a quick train to Madrid, then use the Renfe underground system between Madrid Chamartin and Madrid Atocha stations before heading to your hotel. After you settle in, there's an orientation walk through the historic old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train from Segovia to Madrid
- Renfe underground transfer between Madrid Chamartin and Madrid Atocha stations
- Hotel transfer
- Orientation walk in Madrid old town
Optional Activities
- Morning visit to Alcazar hilltop
Landmarks/POIs Alcazar Fortress Madrid Chamartin Station Madrid Atocha Station - Day 7
Madrid to Malaga
After breakfast, you'll catch an early train to Malaga. This afternoon before your final group dinner, you can visit the Alcazar Moorish palace, Picasso Museum, or Gibralfaro castle overlooking the city. The historic downtown area with its mainly pedestrianised streets is also worth exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Final group dinner)
Included Activities
- Train from Madrid to Malaga
- Final group dinner
Optional Activities
- Alcazar Moorish palace visit
- Picasso Museum visit
- Gibralfaro castle visit
- Historic downtown area exploration
Landmarks/POIs Alcazar Moorish Palace Picasso Museum Gibralfaro Castle - Day 8
Malaga
Your trip ends this morning after breakfast with no activities planned, so you're free to leave Malaga whenever you need to. If your flight is later in the day, the hotel has luggage storage available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
