Itinerary
- Day 1
Pedraza - Bilbao
Start by driving through Castile's mountain landscapes toward Segovia. You'll stop at Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos for views of the Alcazar castle, then walk through the Roman Aqueduct. After some free time wandering the old town, head to the medieval village of Pedraza to walk around. Later, continue to Bilbao in the Basque Country and explore the old town before trying local pintxos at the taverns.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nh La Avanzada)
Included Activities
- Scenic route and viewpoint visit at Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos in Segovia
- View of Roman Aqueduct of Segovia
Optional Activities
- Explore Segovia old town
- Visit Plaza Mayor and Cathedral in Segovia
- Visit Alcazar castle in Segovia
- Walk through medieval village of Pedraza
- Visit fortress in Pedraza
- Explore Bilbao old town
- Sample pintxos at taverns and bars in Bilbao
Landmarks Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos Alcazar of Segovia Roman Aqueduct of Segovia Plaza Mayor Cathedral of Segovia Pedraza Bilbao Old Town 
- Day 2
Guernica - Hondarribia - San Sebastian
This morning includes a guided tour of Bilbao covering the Guggenheim Museum and the medieval old town. After lunch, you'll travel to Guernica to see the Tree of Gernika. From there, head to Hondarribia, a coastal town where you can walk its historic center and narrow cobbled streets. By evening, you'll arrive in San Sebastian and check into your hotel atop Mount Igueldo with city views.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Monte Igueldo)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bilbao
- Guggenheim Museum exterior architecture viewing
- Bilbao old town and medieval center
- Visit to Guernica and Tree of Gernika
- Hondarribia old town exploration
Optional Activities
- La Ribera Market traditional Basque cuisine sampling
- Explore Bilbao's lively streets and cathedral
Landmarks Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Bilbao Cathedral La Ribera Market Tree of Gernika Hondarribia Old Town Mount Igueldo 
- Day 3
San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Start your morning on Mount Igueldo with views over San Sebastian Bay. Then visit the Miramar Palace and its gardens. You'll have free time to relax on the beach or walk along the boulevards. In the afternoon, try traditional Basque cuisine with pintxos and a drink. Later, travel to Bordeaux and arrive by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Burdeos Meriadeck), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre), Hotel (Mercure Bordeaux Centre)
Included Activities
- Views over San Sebastian Bay from Mount Igueldo
- Miramar Palace and gardens visit
- Traditional Basque cuisine pintxo experience with drink
Optional Activities
- Relax on San Sebastian's large beach
- Leisurely stroll along San Sebastian's boulevards
- Walk through Bordeaux city center
Landmarks Mount Igueldo Miramar Palace San Sebastian Bay Bordeaux City Centre 
- Day 4
Bordeaux to Lourdes
Spend the morning exploring Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage center, seeing the Water Mirror and walking the historic old town with its 11th-century cathedral. You can stroll along the Garonne River or visit the Cité du Vin wine museum. After that, head toward the Pyrenees and arrive in Lourdes by mid-afternoon. Visit the sanctuary and stay for the candlelit procession.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Mediterranee), Hotel (Hotel Alba), Hotel (Padoue)
Included Activities
- Cité du Vin admission ticket
Optional Activities
- Water Mirror viewing
- Historic old town exploration with charming pedestrian streets
- Stroll along Garonne River banks
- Lunch at quaint riverside restaurants
- Cité du Vin visit (interactive museum on wine history and production)
- Lourdes sanctuary visit
- Candlelit procession attendance
Landmarks Water Mirror Bordeaux Cathedral Garonne River Cité du Vin Lourdes Sanctuary 
- Day 5
Carcassonne - Foix - Andorra la Vella
Travel through south France to medieval Carcassonne, where you'll see the impressive castle and walk the historic district. Continue through the Pyrenees to Foix, a medieval town featuring a famous fortress. You'll make a brief stop at the 12th-century Romanesque church of Sant Joan de Caselles. Arrive in Andorra la Vella with free time for shopping or exploring, plus an optional visit to Caldea thermal spa.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Panorama)
Optional Activities
- Explore Carcassonne city
- Lunch in Carcassonne
- Explore Foix medieval town
- Visit Château de Foix
- Visit Sant Joan de Caselles church
- Explore Andorra la Vella
- Caldea thermal spa visit
Landmarks Carcassonne Château de Foix Sant Joan de Caselles Caldea Andorra la Vella 
- Day 6
Andorra to Barcelona
Start with free time in Andorra la Vella for shopping or walking before lunch. Then travel to Catalonia and visit the Abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat. You'll take an included rack train up the mountain for scenery and explore the sanctuary. Continue to Barcelona, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia), Hotel (Fira Congress)
Included Activities
- Rack train to Montserrat Monastery
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Andorra la Vella
- Walk in Andorra la Vella
- Explore Santa Maria de Montserrat sanctuary
Landmarks Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey 
- Day 7
Barcelona
Take a panoramic tour of Barcelona, seeing Gaudí's modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and the city's rich history. You'll have free time in the afternoon to explore on your own. Later, a transfer takes you to Maremagnum, a contemporary entertainment and dining complex by the sea near Plaza de Colón.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia), Hotel (Fira Congress)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona
- Evening transfer to Maremagnum
Optional Activities
- Explore Ramblas
- Visit Maremagnum entertainment and dining complex
- Stroll through Maremagnum area
- Dining at various restaurants in Maremagnum
Landmarks Ramblas Plaza de Colón Maremagnum 
- Day 8
Peniscola - Valencia - Madrid
Travel south along the Mediterranean coast and stop in Peniscola, a walled seaside town. Continue to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime. Try the famous paella and visit the City of Arts and Sciences. Around 4:30 p.m., depart for Madrid by coach or high-speed train (depending on group size), arriving between 8:30 and 9:00 p.m.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Peniscola
- Sample famous paella in Valencia
- Visit City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia
Landmarks Peniscola City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia 
- Day 9
Madrid
After breakfast, your tour ends, leaving you with lasting memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
