Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Cordoba and Madrid
9 days/8 nights
Pre- and post-tour suggestions to Portugal, The Camino de Santiago,
San Sebastian and Bilbao,
or the island of Mallorca or Marrakech, Morocco
Please inquire about 2023 pricing
9 days/8 nights
Pre- and post-tour suggestions to Portugal, The Camino de Santiago,
San Sebastian and Bilbao,
or the island of Mallorca or Marrakech, Morocco
Please inquire about 2023 pricing
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Please join Tour Director Sandy Gregory for this wonderful adventure through Spain, or contact us to help you create your own independent travel experience with our Concierge Travel Services.
Suggested time to travel: April/May and Sept/Oct It is very hot in Spain during the summer. |
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Colors of Spain Tour:
2 nights Barcelona 2 nights Granada 2 nights Seville 2 nights Madrid Pre- or post-tour suggestions to: • Portugal • The Camino de Santiago • San Sebastian and Bilbao • Mallorca • Marrakech, Morocco |
PRE-TOUR OPTION TO SAN SEBASTIAN AND BILBAO
San Sebastian and Bilbao
It's a beautiful drive from Barcelona to San Sebastian through the Aragon region with a lunch stop in Zaragoza, one of the great monumental towns in Spain. This 2000 year-old city has the mark of Iberians, Romans, Goths and Arabians. You'll have plenty of time to stroll in the center of town near San Miguel's pedestrian ways and around the Plaza de los Sitios, where you find colorful boutiques and markets.
San Sebastian is the jewel of northern Spain's Basque Country, only 10 miles from the French border ... but thoroughly Spanish. It's a sophisticated city arched around one of the finest urban beaches in the world.
Enjoy the beach, relax and explore this beautiful, cultured city. Think about strolling through the Old Quarter for the Spanish tradition of pintxos or tapas, sampling small plates at various bars.
Bilbao is a leisurely drive from San Sebastián with views of beaches, cliffs, and picturesque fishing ports. We'll arrange for a private tour of the The Old Quarter, a zone of ancient buildings, narrow streets and squares in the centre of the city, including the Cathedral and the Plaza de Santiago as well as the Plaza Nueva. You might want to think about a visit to the famous Guggenheim Museum or ride the finicular to the The Artxanda viewpoint to see the new city, the old city, the mountains that surround it and the river that curves through it.
It's a beautiful drive from Barcelona to San Sebastian through the Aragon region with a lunch stop in Zaragoza, one of the great monumental towns in Spain. This 2000 year-old city has the mark of Iberians, Romans, Goths and Arabians. You'll have plenty of time to stroll in the center of town near San Miguel's pedestrian ways and around the Plaza de los Sitios, where you find colorful boutiques and markets.
San Sebastian is the jewel of northern Spain's Basque Country, only 10 miles from the French border ... but thoroughly Spanish. It's a sophisticated city arched around one of the finest urban beaches in the world.
Enjoy the beach, relax and explore this beautiful, cultured city. Think about strolling through the Old Quarter for the Spanish tradition of pintxos or tapas, sampling small plates at various bars.
Bilbao is a leisurely drive from San Sebastián with views of beaches, cliffs, and picturesque fishing ports. We'll arrange for a private tour of the The Old Quarter, a zone of ancient buildings, narrow streets and squares in the centre of the city, including the Cathedral and the Plaza de Santiago as well as the Plaza Nueva. You might want to think about a visit to the famous Guggenheim Museum or ride the finicular to the The Artxanda viewpoint to see the new city, the old city, the mountains that surround it and the river that curves through it.
DAY 1: ARRIVE BARCELONA. YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS! |
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Your greeter will be waiting for you at baggage claim to transport you from the airport to our hotel.
We have a stunning 5-star luxury property located right near Pza. Catalunya, and is in itself a work of art! Back in the 1880’s this landmark neoclassical building housed the Cotton Textile Exchange, but these days it’s home to a stunning 83-room hotel with a moody interior, a sweeping rooftop deck, and a one-of-a-kind suspended spiral staircase. As elaborate as the lobby and communal spaces are, the rooms are comfortably plush in neutral tones and modern furnishings.
We’ll check in, drop off our bags and have a walking orientation, strolling down through the history-rich Gothic Quarter and its maze of narrow, cobbled streets to the Placa del Rei (“King’s Square”). This is where Columbus came when he returned to Spain from his first voyage to the New World.
The rest of the afternoon is yours to relax and explore this beautiful city.
Included Welcome Dinner
Overnight in Barcelona, 2 nights with breakfast
We have a stunning 5-star luxury property located right near Pza. Catalunya, and is in itself a work of art! Back in the 1880’s this landmark neoclassical building housed the Cotton Textile Exchange, but these days it’s home to a stunning 83-room hotel with a moody interior, a sweeping rooftop deck, and a one-of-a-kind suspended spiral staircase. As elaborate as the lobby and communal spaces are, the rooms are comfortably plush in neutral tones and modern furnishings.
We’ll check in, drop off our bags and have a walking orientation, strolling down through the history-rich Gothic Quarter and its maze of narrow, cobbled streets to the Placa del Rei (“King’s Square”). This is where Columbus came when he returned to Spain from his first voyage to the New World.
The rest of the afternoon is yours to relax and explore this beautiful city.
Included Welcome Dinner
Overnight in Barcelona, 2 nights with breakfast
DAY 2: A DAY IN BARCELONA |
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Private Barcelona Morning Tour. 4 hours.
We’ll begin our afternoon tour with a driving tour of the most important buildings and sights of Barcelona before we head to La Sagrada Família – Antonio Gaudi’s world-famous architectural masterpiece and Park Güel, his surreal park.
The rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this vibrant city.
Inquire about one of our Dig a Little Deeper private optional tour excursions below. Pricing will be based on the number of participants. Click on the + below for details.
We’ll begin our afternoon tour with a driving tour of the most important buildings and sights of Barcelona before we head to La Sagrada Família – Antonio Gaudi’s world-famous architectural masterpiece and Park Güel, his surreal park.
The rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this vibrant city.
Inquire about one of our Dig a Little Deeper private optional tour excursions below. Pricing will be based on the number of participants. Click on the + below for details.
NEW! Dig a Little Deeper Series
An Afternoon with Picasso. No artist shaped the twentieth century more than Pablo Ruiz y Picasso. Born in 1881 in Malaga, southern Spain, Picasso's immense talent was spotted at a young age and was first fostered under the tutelage of his father, also an artist, when the family moved to Barcelona in 1895. Our in-depth, 3 hour, Barcelona Picasso Tour focuses on these formative years of Picasso's life. Led by a local art historian, our private or small-group tour will visit the Picasso Museum and other key sites related to his time in the city, his first inspirations, and the influence of the bohemian circles in Barcelona at the time.
Santa Maria de Montserrat. One of the most impressive excursions from Barcelona, it’s hard not to be in awe at the views from this emblematic mountain range 48km (30 miles) west of the city. Montserrat, which means serrated mountain in Catalan, houses one of Catalonia’s most important Catholic sites and has played a decisive role in the cultural and spiritual life of the region. We’ll delve into why on this half-day private tour in the company of a local expert. On our tour, we’ll visit Santa Maria de Montserrat abbey and the Basilica of Montserrat including the Black Madonna.
The Spanish Civil War in Catalonia. George Orwell—British novelist, essayist, and critic—arrived in Barcelona in 1936 with the paperwork necessary to find work as a war correspondent. However, his experiences as a soldier in the 29th POUM division formed the bulk of the material for his notable text Homage to Catalonia. Transitioning from writer to soldier, Orwell joined the fight against Fascism during the Spanish Civil War, a three year conflict which tore Spain apart as two groups of differing political ideologies grappled for control. This 3-hour walking tour explores the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona and follows Orwell's footsteps during the 1937 May Revolution, described in the author's classic book. It is designed to give visitors a clearer picture of the Spanish Civil War and its impact on Barcelona.
Rooftop Cooking Class. Enjoy a delicious Spanish lunch in the sun on a rooftop terrace. You'll be welcomed with a glass of sangria and appetizers, before rolling up your sleeves and helping the chef cook up a big pot of paella. Eat a delicious meal, sample local Spanish drinks, and enjoy the beautiful Barcelona views.This location is situated at the top of an industrial building in the trendy neighborhood of Poble Nou. The rooftop terrace has 360º views of Barcelona so you can enjoy the city skyline (look out for the Sagrada Familia, Tibidabo, Torre Agbar and the Mediterranean Sea!) while having a delicious meal.
Sunset sail. Watch the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea on a 2-hour sailing tour from Barcelona. Climb aboard a 12-meter yacht and enjoy complimentary drinks and light snacks out on the water at sunset.
Santa Maria de Montserrat. One of the most impressive excursions from Barcelona, it’s hard not to be in awe at the views from this emblematic mountain range 48km (30 miles) west of the city. Montserrat, which means serrated mountain in Catalan, houses one of Catalonia’s most important Catholic sites and has played a decisive role in the cultural and spiritual life of the region. We’ll delve into why on this half-day private tour in the company of a local expert. On our tour, we’ll visit Santa Maria de Montserrat abbey and the Basilica of Montserrat including the Black Madonna.
The Spanish Civil War in Catalonia. George Orwell—British novelist, essayist, and critic—arrived in Barcelona in 1936 with the paperwork necessary to find work as a war correspondent. However, his experiences as a soldier in the 29th POUM division formed the bulk of the material for his notable text Homage to Catalonia. Transitioning from writer to soldier, Orwell joined the fight against Fascism during the Spanish Civil War, a three year conflict which tore Spain apart as two groups of differing political ideologies grappled for control. This 3-hour walking tour explores the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona and follows Orwell's footsteps during the 1937 May Revolution, described in the author's classic book. It is designed to give visitors a clearer picture of the Spanish Civil War and its impact on Barcelona.
Rooftop Cooking Class. Enjoy a delicious Spanish lunch in the sun on a rooftop terrace. You'll be welcomed with a glass of sangria and appetizers, before rolling up your sleeves and helping the chef cook up a big pot of paella. Eat a delicious meal, sample local Spanish drinks, and enjoy the beautiful Barcelona views.This location is situated at the top of an industrial building in the trendy neighborhood of Poble Nou. The rooftop terrace has 360º views of Barcelona so you can enjoy the city skyline (look out for the Sagrada Familia, Tibidabo, Torre Agbar and the Mediterranean Sea!) while having a delicious meal.
Sunset sail. Watch the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea on a 2-hour sailing tour from Barcelona. Climb aboard a 12-meter yacht and enjoy complimentary drinks and light snacks out on the water at sunset.
DAY 3: TO GRANADA |
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Today we fly from Barcelona to Granada, the last kingdom of the Moors to fall after being conquered by Isabella and Ferdinand in 1492.
We’ll be staying right inside the historic Albaycin neighborhood of Granada. This is the part of the city where the Spanish-Muslim architecture is at its most spectacular. The hotel is everything you think of when you envision southern Spain.
After we check in to our hotel, we’ll have lunch in the Alybycin (not included) followed by an orientation tour of Granada with included admissions to the Cathedral. The tour will include move through La Gran Via to the Zacatín, then on to Plaza Bib-Rambla and the Cathedral. Carlos V buried almost all the dead of the family in the Royal Chapel, including Ferdinand and Isabella, Philip the Handsome and Joanna the Mad, his wife Elizabeth, their children and Princess Maria of Portugal, wife of Prince Philip.
Included Dinner in the hills of Granada overlooking the Alhambra at night.
Overnight in Granada, 2 nights with breakfast
We’ll be staying right inside the historic Albaycin neighborhood of Granada. This is the part of the city where the Spanish-Muslim architecture is at its most spectacular. The hotel is everything you think of when you envision southern Spain.
After we check in to our hotel, we’ll have lunch in the Alybycin (not included) followed by an orientation tour of Granada with included admissions to the Cathedral. The tour will include move through La Gran Via to the Zacatín, then on to Plaza Bib-Rambla and the Cathedral. Carlos V buried almost all the dead of the family in the Royal Chapel, including Ferdinand and Isabella, Philip the Handsome and Joanna the Mad, his wife Elizabeth, their children and Princess Maria of Portugal, wife of Prince Philip.
Included Dinner in the hills of Granada overlooking the Alhambra at night.
Overnight in Granada, 2 nights with breakfast
DAY 4: A DAY IN GRANADA |
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Springtime is perfect for strolling through the intricately decorated rooms and voluptuous gardens of the Alhambra, created by the Nasrid sultans, the last Islamic dynasty to rule in Andalusia. The Alhambra feels like it comes straight from ‘Tales of the Arabian Nights’, rising from the woods against the mountainous backdrop. Our private tour will take us through the grounds, including the Generalife gardens, Nasrid Palace and the Charles V palace.
Lunch and the afternoon is on your own.
This afternoon, you might want to think about
• Shopping in the Albycin or on Silk road ... you’ll feel like you’re in a Moroccan souk.
• Hike up through the Albycin to the Sacramonte area to enjoy their winding streets, hippie caves and beautiful views from St. Nicholas overlook.
• Go to the Hammam: These tranquil baths are beautifully designed with Arabian decor featuring candle-lit walkways, vaulted ceilings, marble benches and atmospheric chambers. You'll spend your time soaking in the various hot baths and then be brought to the massage area for an exfoliating scrub and massage.
Overnight in Granada
Lunch and the afternoon is on your own.
This afternoon, you might want to think about
• Shopping in the Albycin or on Silk road ... you’ll feel like you’re in a Moroccan souk.
• Hike up through the Albycin to the Sacramonte area to enjoy their winding streets, hippie caves and beautiful views from St. Nicholas overlook.
• Go to the Hammam: These tranquil baths are beautifully designed with Arabian decor featuring candle-lit walkways, vaulted ceilings, marble benches and atmospheric chambers. You'll spend your time soaking in the various hot baths and then be brought to the massage area for an exfoliating scrub and massage.
Overnight in Granada
DAY 5: TO SEVILLE WITH A STOP IN RONDA |
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Enroute from Granada to Seville, we’ll make our way to Ronda where we’ll have a lunch stop and time to explore this lovely city. Historically, Andalusians chose to live in fortified hilltop towns and villages called Pueblos Blancos (white villages) to escape preying bandits. These white towns are whitewashed in the Moorish tradition and today are functioning agricultural towns that will give you insight to Andalucia's colorful past. Perched high in the Serranía de Ronda mountains, the old town offers dramatic views over the Rio Guadalevín.
We'll finish our drive today in Seville. Our 4-star hotel is in the heart of Seville's Santa Cruz neighborhood near the Cathedral and the Giralda tower. It’s a mansion converted into an elegant hotel. This boutique hotel also provides a complimentary afternoon tea in the lovely courtyard seating area and there is a roof terrace with a small pool and views of the cathedral.
We’ll check in, get settled and then meet in the lobby for our orientation and some time to explore enroute to our Flamenco show and included dinner.
Overnight in Seville, 2 nights with breakfast
We'll finish our drive today in Seville. Our 4-star hotel is in the heart of Seville's Santa Cruz neighborhood near the Cathedral and the Giralda tower. It’s a mansion converted into an elegant hotel. This boutique hotel also provides a complimentary afternoon tea in the lovely courtyard seating area and there is a roof terrace with a small pool and views of the cathedral.
We’ll check in, get settled and then meet in the lobby for our orientation and some time to explore enroute to our Flamenco show and included dinner.
Overnight in Seville, 2 nights with breakfast
DAY 6: A DAY IN SEVILLE |
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This morning after breakfast, we meet our guide for a private tour of the Santa Cruz district, Alcazar and Cathedral. The Alcazar is a huge and fantastic Arabian palace complete with hedge maze, scented orange groves, and intricate Moorish architecture. The Cathedral is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, housing the tomb of Christopher Columbus and the famous Geralda Tower.
You’ll have the rest of the afternoon for lunch and to explore the winding streets of Seville on your own.
Dinner is on your own tonight.
Optional: Gazpacho and paella-making class
Overnight in Seville
You’ll have the rest of the afternoon for lunch and to explore the winding streets of Seville on your own.
Dinner is on your own tonight.
Optional: Gazpacho and paella-making class
Overnight in Seville
DAY 7: TO MADRID WITH A STOP IN CORDOBA |
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This morning we leave Seville and are on to Madrid with a stop in Cordoba. The smell of fresh geraniums and orange blossom will greet us as we enter Cordoba old town and learn about this glorious piece of Spanish history. We’ll begin our visit with a private tour of The Mezquita (Spanish for “mosque”), is a beautiful and fascinating building that symbolizes the many religious changes Cordoba has undergone over the centuries. You’ll have some time for lunch and to stroll through its winding alleys and leafy squares to enjoy its medieval architecture and whitewashed courtyards.
We’ll leave Cordoba in the late afternoon and drive to Madrid. The capital of Spain, Madrid combines the modern with the ancient. Its cultural and artistic legacy is the result of centuries of captivating history.
Tonight: Included Dinner at one of my favorite restaurants to enjoy a variety of Spanish specialties, including the best paella in Madrid. But first, a taste of “gin tonics”!
Overnight in Madrid, 2 nights with breakfast
We’ll leave Cordoba in the late afternoon and drive to Madrid. The capital of Spain, Madrid combines the modern with the ancient. Its cultural and artistic legacy is the result of centuries of captivating history.
Tonight: Included Dinner at one of my favorite restaurants to enjoy a variety of Spanish specialties, including the best paella in Madrid. But first, a taste of “gin tonics”!
Overnight in Madrid, 2 nights with breakfast
DAY 8: A DAY IN MADRID |
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This morning we’ll enjoy a private walking tour of Madrid, beginning at the Palacio Real (Royal Palace). With its 2,000 rooms and it’s NeoClassical style rivals Versailles, less is NOT more here! We’ll also stop in to the Palace Armory where you’ll be able to see centuries of battle armor and tools. We'll see the Cathedral and finish at the Plaza Mayor.
Lunch and the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Consider:
• The Prado Museum. This is a fantastic museum filled with the fruits of the close relationships between the Spanish kings and their court painters. It takes four to five hours to tour the whole museum at a reasonable pace and has an excellent audio guide.
• Raina Sofia. Enjoy some of the most important artists from the 20th century, including famous works by Miro, Dali and Pablo Picasso. This is where you can see Picasso’s famous painting, Guernika.
• Thyssen Museum. This is a privately-owned collection of classic and modern art. Over 1000 works are presented in chronological order in a light and spacious environment.
• Retiro Park. Stroll or rent a rowboat through this lush city park. Then walk over to nearby Salamanca for lunch and shopping.
Tonight: Included Farewell Dinner.
Overnight in Madrid
Inquire about one of our Dig a Little Deeper private optional tour excursions below. Pricing will be based on the number of participants. Click on the + below for details.
Lunch and the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Consider:
• The Prado Museum. This is a fantastic museum filled with the fruits of the close relationships between the Spanish kings and their court painters. It takes four to five hours to tour the whole museum at a reasonable pace and has an excellent audio guide.
• Raina Sofia. Enjoy some of the most important artists from the 20th century, including famous works by Miro, Dali and Pablo Picasso. This is where you can see Picasso’s famous painting, Guernika.
• Thyssen Museum. This is a privately-owned collection of classic and modern art. Over 1000 works are presented in chronological order in a light and spacious environment.
• Retiro Park. Stroll or rent a rowboat through this lush city park. Then walk over to nearby Salamanca for lunch and shopping.
Tonight: Included Farewell Dinner.
Overnight in Madrid
Inquire about one of our Dig a Little Deeper private optional tour excursions below. Pricing will be based on the number of participants. Click on the + below for details.
NEW! Dig a Little Deeper Series
Understanding the Spanish Civil War. On a hot summer’s day in 1936, a military coup trying to overthrow the government escalated into one of the most important historical events leading to the rise of fascism in Europe: The Spanish Civil War. This acute three-year conflict divided the Spanish population and territory in two—the Republicans, supported by international volunteer forces, versus the Nationalists, backed by the Fascist regimes of Mussolini and Hitler. Our 3.5 hour Spanish Civil War tour in Madrid, guided by an expert guide, will focus on the origins of the war, visiting sites associated with wartime events and covering daily life during the war and Nationalist Francisco Franco’s eventual Fascist dictatorship.
El Escorial
Located a short bus ride from Madrid, the monarchical complex of San Lorenzo de El Escorial—situated on a hilltop with stunning views over the Spanish landscape—is critical to understanding Spanish power and politics in the 16th and 17th centuries. A sprawling, palatial complex, El Escorial occupied a central role in Spanish political history as a seat of power outside of the urban center of Madrid, and in this way provides an interesting contrast to Versailles and other rural royal residences throughout Europe. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's a major must-see site. This El Escorial tour will draw connections between politics and religion in 16th century Spain, putting the stunning landmark in a new perspective.
Add another day to your trip and consider:
Toledo day trip from Madrid. A center of culture and religion since the Middle Ages, Toledo has been home to Jews, Christians, and Muslims from the Maghreb. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, the churches, synagogues, and mosques that dot this beautifully preserved city are a testimony to the heterogenous history of Europe. During this full day trip from Madrid to Toledo, we'll join a historian to explore the architectural and social history of Toledo, offering insight into the city that is traditionally known as ‘the melting pot of three cultures."
Segovia day trip from Madrid. With a fantastic array of monuments from Roman, medieval and Renaissance times, Segovia is one of the best preserved historic cities in Castile. Its charming medieval streets and squares are dotted with Romanesque churches, Gothic private homes, and Renaissance palaces earning it a place on the UNESCO Heritage list in 1985. Our Segovia day trip from Madrid, in the company of an expert guide, provides an excellent introduction to the many special cultural facets to this exceptional city.
El Escorial
Located a short bus ride from Madrid, the monarchical complex of San Lorenzo de El Escorial—situated on a hilltop with stunning views over the Spanish landscape—is critical to understanding Spanish power and politics in the 16th and 17th centuries. A sprawling, palatial complex, El Escorial occupied a central role in Spanish political history as a seat of power outside of the urban center of Madrid, and in this way provides an interesting contrast to Versailles and other rural royal residences throughout Europe. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's a major must-see site. This El Escorial tour will draw connections between politics and religion in 16th century Spain, putting the stunning landmark in a new perspective.
Add another day to your trip and consider:
Toledo day trip from Madrid. A center of culture and religion since the Middle Ages, Toledo has been home to Jews, Christians, and Muslims from the Maghreb. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, the churches, synagogues, and mosques that dot this beautifully preserved city are a testimony to the heterogenous history of Europe. During this full day trip from Madrid to Toledo, we'll join a historian to explore the architectural and social history of Toledo, offering insight into the city that is traditionally known as ‘the melting pot of three cultures."
Segovia day trip from Madrid. With a fantastic array of monuments from Roman, medieval and Renaissance times, Segovia is one of the best preserved historic cities in Castile. Its charming medieval streets and squares are dotted with Romanesque churches, Gothic private homes, and Renaissance palaces earning it a place on the UNESCO Heritage list in 1985. Our Segovia day trip from Madrid, in the company of an expert guide, provides an excellent introduction to the many special cultural facets to this exceptional city.
DAY 9: FLIGHTS OUT OR CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY TO ONE OF OUR POST-TOUR OPTIONS |
Included transfers to the Madrid Airport for flights out or on to one of our suggested excursions below:
PORTUGAL |
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Click here for our suggested eight day Portugal itinerary to Lisbon, Porto and the Duoro Valley
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO |
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Click here for details for our suggested four day excursion to Marrakech, Morocco
POST-TOUR OPTION TO THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
The Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago has been traversed for thousands of years by saints, sinners, generals, misfits, kings, and queens. Pilgrims make their way to the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, North-West of Spain.
For centuries, the Camino was a long and dangerous journey undertaken as an act of penance and religious devotion. The journey started at the pilgrim’s home and continued by foot until they reached Santiago. Once they returned home, either by foot, horseback or boat, pilgrims presented the scallop shell as proof they completed the pilgrimage since the shells are indigenous to the Galician coast.
Today, everyone has their own personal “Buen Camino”, and we see the scallop shell at every turn, guiding us on milestone markers and wearing them on our backpacks. Whether you choose to begin in France for the complete 40 days or do the last 7 days as many do, The Way is an unforgettable experience combining the religious traditions and icons built here from the 9th century and the nature and beauty God created. There are many Camino routes that lead to Santiago, and it is easy to follow on your own. We can help you choose a route, reserve accommodations along the way, and have your bags waiting when you get there. If you might be interested in doing The Way, contact us and we can help you with the logistics.
The Camino de Santiago has been traversed for thousands of years by saints, sinners, generals, misfits, kings, and queens. Pilgrims make their way to the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, North-West of Spain.
For centuries, the Camino was a long and dangerous journey undertaken as an act of penance and religious devotion. The journey started at the pilgrim’s home and continued by foot until they reached Santiago. Once they returned home, either by foot, horseback or boat, pilgrims presented the scallop shell as proof they completed the pilgrimage since the shells are indigenous to the Galician coast.
Today, everyone has their own personal “Buen Camino”, and we see the scallop shell at every turn, guiding us on milestone markers and wearing them on our backpacks. Whether you choose to begin in France for the complete 40 days or do the last 7 days as many do, The Way is an unforgettable experience combining the religious traditions and icons built here from the 9th century and the nature and beauty God created. There are many Camino routes that lead to Santiago, and it is easy to follow on your own. We can help you choose a route, reserve accommodations along the way, and have your bags waiting when you get there. If you might be interested in doing The Way, contact us and we can help you with the logistics.
Pre- or post-tour OPTION TO THE ISLAND OF MAjorca
Mallorca
Day 1. Morning flight to Palma. Pickup at the Mallorca airport and private tour of Palma.
Your private guide will be waiting for you as you leave baggage claim for a panoramic sightseeing tour of Palma city and Mallorca highlights, including the Cathedral and Bellver Castle. You’re then on to the charming village of Valldemossa, Deia, the Tramuntana coastal road to Soller Valley. After lunch (not included), you will be transferred to your hotel.
Our 5-star property is located on the island’s north coast, one of the most outstanding enclaves on the island. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, stunning gardens, outdoor pool and sun terrace. You also have direct access to the beach, with crystal clear waters, unique in Mallorca, hammocks and sun shades available for hire.
Day 2: Exploring Mallorca
Pollenca and Alcudia are two of the most beautiful towns on the island. We can create a day for you with a private driver/guide. You will have the chance to enjoy unique views of the Mountains of Tramuntana from the dramatic coastline and the Bay and the Port of Pollensa, which you can observe only from the sea. Both towns are delightful places to explore, have a meal and shop.
Day 3: Beach Day!
You got this!
Day 4: Transfer to the Palma airport for flights out
Day 1. Morning flight to Palma. Pickup at the Mallorca airport and private tour of Palma.
Your private guide will be waiting for you as you leave baggage claim for a panoramic sightseeing tour of Palma city and Mallorca highlights, including the Cathedral and Bellver Castle. You’re then on to the charming village of Valldemossa, Deia, the Tramuntana coastal road to Soller Valley. After lunch (not included), you will be transferred to your hotel.
Our 5-star property is located on the island’s north coast, one of the most outstanding enclaves on the island. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, stunning gardens, outdoor pool and sun terrace. You also have direct access to the beach, with crystal clear waters, unique in Mallorca, hammocks and sun shades available for hire.
Day 2: Exploring Mallorca
Pollenca and Alcudia are two of the most beautiful towns on the island. We can create a day for you with a private driver/guide. You will have the chance to enjoy unique views of the Mountains of Tramuntana from the dramatic coastline and the Bay and the Port of Pollensa, which you can observe only from the sea. Both towns are delightful places to explore, have a meal and shop.
Day 3: Beach Day!
You got this!
Day 4: Transfer to the Palma airport for flights out