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Classic Barcelona to Madrid
7 Days | Experience Spain from Barcelona to Madrid on this east coast adventure
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7 days
Start
Barcelona, Spain
Finish
Madrid, Spain
Trip Code
ZMKB
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Transport
Private vehicle, Train, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights)
From £2,580(7 days)
Trip Informations
Make your way southbound along the beautiful eastern coastline of Spain on your way from Barcelona to Madrid. This seven-day adventure will be a food and culture lover's dream, with stops in the birthplace of paella, a trip to a cava winery in the heart of the Catalonian wine region, visits to ancient oceanside amphitheatres, behind-the-scenes looks at the construction of festival statues, and more tapas than you can stomach! Explore Spanish beaches on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and indulge in locally made churros. There’s a little something for everyone in this Spanish crusade.
Why you’ll love this trip
Travel from Barcelona to Madrid along the eastern coast of Spain, taking in Tarragona’s Roman amphitheatre and perhaps an agua de Valencia in Valencia along the way.
Learn about the history and artistry of the unique Fallas festival of Valencia by meeting a professional artist in their workshop to find out how they construct these intricately detailed statues, often of enormous sizes.
Enjoy glasses of locally produced cava – a Spanish sparkling wine produced in the Catalonian wine region. Sip on samples while strolling through a vineyard and enjoy a tapas-style lunch of cured meats, cheeses, and other delectable dishes.
Look out over the Mediterranean Sea and the sprawling ‘City in the Sea’ from the walls of Peniscola Castle. Built on the highest point in the city, it juts out into the ocean on its clifftop position, giving you an uninterrupted view of the city below.
Savour a Spanish favourite at a Madrid insititution – cinnamon and sugar-dusted churros with velvety chocolate sauce from a churreria that has over a century of expertise.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Casa Caridad. Donations help them provide basic needs such as food and shelter for people in need in Valencia. Tuuur will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
We recommend packing light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage between train stations and hotels, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs, and across cobblestones.
Summer temperatures can be extreme in this region (over 40C/104F). It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
This trip doesn't spend much time in Barcelona or Madrid so we recommend extending your trip to enjoy these cities to their fullest. Please speak to your booking agent about adding additional nights of accommodation to your booking.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Transport
Private vehicle, Train, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights)
Activities
Barcelona - Welcome aperitivo
Vilafranca del Penedes - Leader-led orientation walk
Vilafranca del Penedes - Cava vineyard with tastings
Tarragona - Roman amphitheatre (entrance fee)
Tarragona - Leader-led orientation walk
Tarragona - Les Ferreres Aqueduct
Peñiscola - Leader-led orientation walk
Peñiscola - Castle visit
Valencia - Fallero-guided workshop visit
Valencia - Fallas Museum
Valencia - Leader-led orientation walk
Madrid - Churros con chocolate
Madrid - Leader-led orientation walk
Add on activities
Valencia - Principe Felipe Science Museum - EUR9
Madrid - Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza - EUR13
Madrid - Royal Palace - EUR14
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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