Barcelona and Madrid
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Barcelona
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 3: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Familia
- Park Güell
Guided visit of Park Güell
Guided tour of la Sagrada Família
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Barcelona by bike
Feel the warm Mediterranean air breeze by as you explore Barcelona on a guided bicycle tour. This bicycle-friendly city has more than 75 miles of lanes for cyclists, providing a safe, fun, and fast way to gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona’s richly diverse streets and neighborhoods. Stop along the way to learn historical details about the city’s famous sites before pedaling on to your next destination.
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Day 4: Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gothic Quarter
- Barcelona Cathedral
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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.
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Day 5: Barcelona • Zaragoza • Madrid
Transfer via ZaragozaVisit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 6: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal PalaceEnjoy an authentic Spanish lunch
Take a flamenco dance lesson
See a flamenco show
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Day 7: Madrid
Visit the PradoTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
Add this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day optional 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.
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: Madrid • Mérida • Lisbon
Free time in MeridaVisit the Mérida Roman Ruins
Tour Mérida with an expert local guide
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Day 9: Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Tower of Belém
- Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Visit the Jerónimos Monastery
Photo stop overlooking Lisbon's red-tiled roofs
Take a walking tour of Lisbon
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Barcelona
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 3: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Familia
- Park Güell
Guided visit of Park Güell
Guided tour of la Sagrada Família
Add this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona by bike
Feel the warm Mediterranean air breeze by as you explore Barcelona on a guided bicycle tour. This bicycle-friendly city has more than 75 miles of lanes for cyclists, providing a safe, fun, and fast way to gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona’s richly diverse streets and neighborhoods. Stop along the way to learn historical details about the city’s famous sites before pedaling on to your next destination.
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Day 4: Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gothic Quarter
- Barcelona Cathedral
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
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Day 5: Barcelona • Zaragoza • Madrid
Transfer via ZaragozaVisit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 6: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal PalaceEnjoy an authentic Spanish lunch
Take a flamenco dance lesson
See a flamenco show
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Day 7: Madrid
Visit the PradoTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
Add this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day optional 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.
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: Madrid • Mérida • Lisbon
Free time in MeridaVisit the Mérida Roman Ruins
Tour Mérida with an expert local guide
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Day 9: Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Tower of Belém
- Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Visit the Jerónimos Monastery
Photo stop overlooking Lisbon's red-tiled roofs
Take a walking tour of Lisbon
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Parque Guell; La Sagrada Familia; Madrid Royal Palace; Madrid Flamenco Lessons and Show; Prado; With extension: Mérida Roman Ruins; Alcázar; Seville Cathedral; Bull ranch
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
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