Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and get transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to do what you like, whether that's relaxing at the hotel or walking around and getting a feel for the city on your own.
Optional Activities
- Explore Madrid at your own pace
- Day 2
Madrid
After breakfast, you'll take a guided tour through Madrid that covers the medieval parts of the city, the Habsburg district, and Bourbon landmarks like the Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor. The tour also includes modern areas like Gran Vía and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. You'll have the afternoon free to explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Madrid including Arab fortress and Barrio de la Morerería
- Tour of Habsburg district including Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa
- Views of Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptune Fountains, and Puerta de Alcalá
- Tour of Plaza de Oriente and Prado Museum area
- Views of Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana, Salamanca district, and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Optional Activities
- Explore Madrid at your own pace in the afternoon
- Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus (if panoramic tour cannot operate)
- Walking tour of Habsburg Quarter (if panoramic tour cannot operate)
Landmarks Barrio de la Morerería Puerta del Sol Plaza Mayor Plaza de la Villa Royal Palace Cibeles Fountain Neptune Fountain Puerta de Alcalá Plaza de Oriente Prado Museum Gran Vía Santiago Bernabéu Stadium - Day 3
Madrid to San Sebastian
You'll head towards Zaragoza with time to walk around on your own, and there's the option to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar if you want. In the afternoon, continue on to San Sebastian, a coastal city known for its elegance and the International Film Festival. By evening you'll be settling in there.
Optional Activities
- Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar in Zaragoza
- Explore the old streets of Zaragoza
Landmarks Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar - Day 4
San Sebastian
After breakfast, take a guided tour of San Sebastian that shows off the Bay and La Concha Beach. You'll go up Mount Igueldo for views of the city and sea. The rest of the day is yours to wander the streets or spend time by the beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of San Sebastian including Bay and La Concha Beach
- Ascent to Mount Igueldo with city and sea views
Optional Activities
- Visit the French villages of Biarritz and San Juan de Luz in the afternoon
Landmarks La Concha Beach Mount Igueldo Biarritz San Juan de Luz 
- Day 5
San Sebastian to Santander
Head towards Bilbao with time to see the Guggenheim Museum. Then continue to Castro Urdiales, a fishing village where you can explore the streets. Later you'll reach Santander, a coastal city with nice beaches like El Sardinero, and a local guide will show you around this historic port town.
Included Activities
- Views of Guggenheim Museum from its esplanade in Bilbao
- Guided exploration of Santander with local guide including historic sites and landmarks
Optional Activities
- Explore Castro Urdiales fishing village
Landmarks Guggenheim Museum Castro Urdiales El Sardinero Beach 
- Day 6
Santander to Oviedo
After breakfast, go to Santillana del Mar to see the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana and other architectural sites. Next you'll stop in Covadonga to visit the Sanctuary, grotto, and the image of the Virgin. In the afternoon, head to Oviedo, which sits on hills and has a Gothic cathedral along with other UNESCO World Heritage buildings and nice pedestrian areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana in Santillana del Mar
- Visit the Sanctuary and grotto at Covadonga
Landmarks Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana Covadonga Sanctuary Oviedo Cathedral - Day 7
Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela
Travel into the Galician region with a stop in Mondoñedo to see its 12th-century cathedral and try the famous local cake. Continue to Lugo to check out the well-preserved Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll end the day in Santiago de Compostela, a historic pilgrimage destination with an old city center that's also UNESCO-listed.
Optional Activities
- Visit Mondoñedo's 12th-century cathedral
- Taste the famous Mondoñedo cake
- Explore Lugo's Roman walls
Landmarks Mondoñedo Cathedral Lugo Roman Walls 
- Day 8
Santiago de Compostela
Take a guided tour starting at Plaza del Obradoiro where the Cathedral of Santiago el Mayor stands. You'll go inside to see the history and architecture of the Cathedral. After that, the city is yours to explore, with its mix of ancient history and youthful energy from the university.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Santiago de Compostela including Plaza del Obradoiro
- Cathedral entrance in Santiago de Compostela
Optional Activities
- Explore Santiago's charming streets and university atmosphere
Landmarks Plaza del Obradoiro Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela - Day 9
Santiago de Compostela to Porto
After breakfast, head towards the Galician Rías Baixas, a region with dramatic landscapes that look like Spanish fjords. You'll stop at the island of La Toja, known for its natural beauty and famous spa. Spend some time there, then continue through the Arosa estuary as you make your way towards Portugal.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit La Toja island with its spa and natural beauty
- Explore the Arosa estuary
Landmarks La Toja Island Rías Baixas Arosa Estuary - Day 10
Porto
Take a guided tour of Porto, a World Heritage Site, looking at the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Church of Santa Clara. You'll also cruise the Douro River for views of the skyline. Then visit a Port Wine Cellar to learn about wine-making and do a tasting. The rest of the day is free to explore.
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Porto including Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Church of Santa Clara
- Douro Cruise with views of Porto's skyline
- Port Wine Cellar visit with wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Explore Porto at your own pace
Landmarks Porto Cathedral Stock Exchange Church of Santa Clara Douro River 
- Day 11
Porto to Salamanca
After breakfast, head towards the Spanish border and Ciudad Rodrigo, a historic town with medieval walls and a fortress. Continue to Salamanca, a university city with a UNESCO World Heritage designation, known for its history, architecture, and scholarly importance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Ciudad Rodrigo's medieval walls and fortress
Landmarks Ciudad Rodrigo - Day 12
Salamanca to Madrid
Go to Ávila where you'll have free time to explore this historic walled city famous for its medieval walls and atmosphere. You can walk through well-preserved architecture and streets. After lunch (on your own), head back to Madrid with the rest of the day to relax or explore before the tour ends.
Optional Activities
- Explore Ávila's medieval walled city, architecture, and streets
Landmarks Ávila 
- Day 13
Madrid
Have a final breakfast at the hotel, and then you'll be transferred to the airport to head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
