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Barcelona & Madrid

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8 or 10 days

Barcelona, Zaragoza, Madrid, with extension to Lisbon | BAM

Barcelona is the proud capital of Catalonia, a region with its own distinct voice and culture. All over the city you’ll discover the amazingly unique architectural style of Antoni Gaudí. In Madrid, experience more of Spain’s artistic side, from the hand-clapping and emotive singing of the flamenco to the priceless masterpieces on the walls of the Prado Museum. Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Barcelona & Madrid tour

Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain

Day 2: Barcelona

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas

Day 3: Barcelona

Take a guided tour of Barcelona

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • La Sagrada Família
  • Park Güell
  • La Pedrera or Casa Batlló 

Visit Park Güell

Visit Sant Pau, a masterpiece of Catalan modernism and former hospital renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture  

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Barcelona by bike

Barcelona by bike

Feel the warm Mediterranean breeze as you explore Barcelona on a guided bicycle tour. This bicycle-friendly city has more than 75 miles of cycling lanes providing a safe, fun, and fast way to gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona’s richly diverse streets and neighbourhoods. Stop along the way to learn historical details about the city’s famous sites before pedalling on to your next destination. 

Day 4: Barcelona

Enjoy a walking tour and scavenger hunt of Barcelona 

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Gothic Quarter
  • Barcelona Cathedral

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Montserrat

Montserrat

Journey northwest of Barcelona on a half-day excursion to Montserrat. Its mountain setting provides a dramatic backdrop for the 9th-century monastery whose basilica houses the Black Virgin Mary of Montserrat. Legend has it that Benedictine monks could not move the statue to construct their monastery, so instead they built around it. You may even hear the renowned boys choir during your visit.

Day 5: Barcelona • Zaragoza • Madrid

Travel to Madrid via Zaragoza

Transfer via Zaragoza

Visit Basílica del Pilar

Day 6: Madrid

Tour Madrid with an expert local guide

Visit the Royal Palace

Take a flamenco dance lesson and see a show

Day 7: Madrid

Visit the Prado Museum

Take a walking tour of Madrid

With your Tour Director you will see:

  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Mercado de San Miguel

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Toledo

Toledo

This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. 

Day 8: Depart for home

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Day 8: Madrid • Mérida • Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon via Mérida

Free time in Merida

Visit the Mérida Roman Ruins

Tour Mérida with an expert local guide

Day 9: Lisbon

Take a guided tour of Lisbon

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Tower of Belém
  • Monument to Discoveries

See the Jerónimos Monastery

Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs 

Take a Walking Tour of Lisbon 

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Lisbon fado evening

Lisbon fado evening

Enjoy a performance of traditional music known as "fado" during this memorable evening excursion. Talented performers present a program of centuries-old ballad-like songs that tell stories of the hardships of everyday life. A beverage is included in this one-hour performance. 

Day 10: Depart for home

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