Madrid & Andalusia
Compare life in Spain's great capital city to the distinct culture of the Moorish-influenced Andalusia region.
Madrid welcomes you with a warm and lively spirit - and a distinctly European feel. The Prado and Palacio Real are as proudly Spanish as they are internationally renowned, while Granada, Seville and Córdoba showcase their multicultural roots at the Alhambra, Seville Cathedral and Mezquita.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 3: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal PalaceEnjoy lunch in Madrid
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Day 4: Madrid • Toledo • Granada
Travel via Toledo to Granada
Tour Toledo with an expert local guide
You will see:
- Toledo Cathedral
- Church of Santo Tome & Synagogue
Visit the Toledo CathedralVisit the Church of Santo Tomé
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Day 5: Granada
Take a guided tour of the Alhambra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gardens of Generalife
- Summer Palace
- Alcazaba Fortress
- Medina Arab baths
- Charles' V (5th) Palace
- Partal Palace
Visit the AlhambraCompete in a "City Challenge" scavenger hunt
Visit a Moroccan-style tea house
Add this in-depth excursion:
Granada flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and gipsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. The duration of the performance is one hour and includes an hour-long walk around the Albaicín quarter, with views of the Alhambra.
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Day 6: Granada • Seville
Stop in the Andalusian countryside en route to Seville
Enjoy a hands-on day interacting with local farmers and villagers
With your Tour Director you will:
- Tour a centuries-old almond and olive farms
- Assist planting or harvesting local produce
- Prepare a traditional meal with local residents
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Day 7: Seville
Take a guided tour of Seville
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Maria Luisa Park
- Barrio de Santa Cruz
See the Plaza de España
Visit the Seville CathedralTake a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
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Day 8: Seville • Jerez • Cádiz
Transfer south for a day-excursion to Jerez and Cádiz
Take a guided tour of Cadiz
Explore Cádiz on your own
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Day 9: Seville • Córdoba • Consuegra • Madrid
Travel to Córdoba
Visit the MezquitaTour Córdoba with an expert local guide
Transfer via Consuegra to Madrid
See Don Quixote's windmills
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 11: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Gothic Quarter
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 3: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal PalaceEnjoy lunch in Madrid
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Day 4: Madrid • Toledo • Granada
Travel via Toledo to Granada
Tour Toledo with an expert local guide
You will see:
- Toledo Cathedral
- Church of Santo Tome & Synagogue
Visit the Toledo CathedralVisit the Church of Santo Tomé
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Day 5: Granada
Take a guided tour of the Alhambra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gardens of Generalife
- Summer Palace
- Alcazaba Fortress
- Medina Arab baths
- Charles' V (5th) Palace
- Partal Palace
Visit the AlhambraCompete in a "City Challenge" scavenger hunt
Visit a Moroccan-style tea house
Add this in-depth excursion:
Granada flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and gipsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. The duration of the performance is one hour and includes an hour-long walk around the Albaicín quarter, with views of the Alhambra.
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Day 6: Granada • Seville
Stop in the Andalusian countryside en route to Seville
Enjoy a hands-on day interacting with local farmers and villagers
With your Tour Director you will:
- Tour a centuries-old almond and olive farms
- Assist planting or harvesting local produce
- Prepare a traditional meal with local residents
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Day 7: Seville
Take a guided tour of Seville
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Maria Luisa Park
- Barrio de Santa Cruz
See the Plaza de España
Visit the Seville CathedralTake a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
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Day 8: Seville • Jerez • Cádiz
Transfer south for a day-excursion to Jerez and Cádiz
Take a guided tour of Cadiz
Explore Cádiz on your own
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Day 9: Seville • Córdoba • Consuegra • Madrid
Travel to Córdoba
Visit the MezquitaTour Córdoba with an expert local guide
Transfer via Consuegra to Madrid
See Don Quixote's windmills
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 11: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Gothic Quarter
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 12: 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
Prado; Madrid Royal Palace; Toledo Cathedral; Church of Santo Tomé; Synagogue; Alhambra; Seville Cathedral; Mezquita; With extension: Parque Guell
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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
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If you are currently enrolled, or enrol before December 16, 2020, on a tour travelling on or after October 1, 2021, you will have the option to cancel your tour for any reason through June 15, 2021. EF will refund 100% of the money you paid to EF, including the $199 non-refundable deposit and the cost of the Global Travel Protection Plan if your payments are up to date and your account is in good standing.
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