Spanish Splendours: Madrid and Barcelona
Madrid: Spain’s vibrant capital, Madrid, entices visitors with its lively energy and rich cultural heritage. Explore the majestic Royal Palace and delve into art at the Prado Museum, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and more. Stroll through the bustling Puerta del Sol and indulge in delectable tapas at local taverns. Experience the passion of flamenco performances and embrace the city’s lively nightlife. Madrid’s grand boulevards, lush parks, and warm hospitality create an enchanting atmosphere.
Barcelona: Nestled on the northeastern coast, Barcelona captivates with its unique blend of modernism and Mediterranean charm. Marvel at Antoni Gaudí’s architectural wonders, including the Sagrada Família and Park Güell. Wander along La Rambla, a bustling street with street performers and markets. Relax at the city’s golden beaches and savor Catalonian cuisine at local eateries. Barcelona’s artistic vibrancy, cultural diversity, and coastal allure make it a must-visit destination.
Discover the vibrant spirit and diverse charm of Madrid and Barcelona, each offering an immersive Spanish experience that leaves lasting memories.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to the hotel. Evening transport to the Gran Vía district. Welcome to Madrid! Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. You can enjoy free time until the beginning of your tour. Please, check the informative posters placed at the hotel reception area which have all the information about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travellers. Towards the end of the day, we provide transfers to the Egyptian Debod Temple, Plaza de España and Gran Via; a vibrant district where you can dine at your preferred restaurant: Indian, Chinese, Spanish and Middle Eastern are some of the options available.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Madrid city tour. Stroll through the Retiro Park. Visit to the Las Ventas bullring. Evening transfer. The morning starts with a comprehensive tour through the centre of Madrid including the Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, the Gate of Alcalá, Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. We then will visit Retiro Park, an oasis in the city center, where we will see the lake and the Glass Palace. A visit to Las Ventas Bullring (admission included) is next. This is one of the most famous bullrings in the world where we will learn about the tradition of the “corridas” at the Bullfighting Museum. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your own leisure. At sunset we will provide a transfer to Plaza de Oriente, opposite the Royal Palace, an elegant and bustling area with many restaurants serving different cuisines, such as local Spanish food, international and Chinese. Enjoy a pleasant dinner of your choice. At the end of the evening, we will return to the hotel.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Monastery of Poblet, rack train to Montserrat. In the morning we leave for Aragón over the lands of Castile. In ZARAGOZA we stop briefly to see the Pilar Basilica. We continue to the Monastery of Poblet, surrounded by its walls in a beautiful site that is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (entrance included). We then proceed to the Monastery of Montserrat where you will go up the mountain on a rack train to see its fantastic scenery. Following this we will continue to BARCELONA, arriving in the late afternoon. Note: In some cases, depending on the timetable of the rack railway, the ascent to Montserrat can be done in our coach. From November to March, due to the shorter duration of the days, we will neither be ascending nor stopping in Montserrat.
We include a morning tour of the city, Les Rambles, Gaudí’s works, and the remnants of olympic venues. Free afternoon.
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