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Northern Spain (Small Groups, End Barcelona)

11 days
From Madrid to Barcelona
4.1
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 24
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Madrid

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant at 18:00 with Travel Director and fellow travellers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Canopy by Hilton Madrid Castellana, Barceló Torre de Madrid)
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  2. Day 2

    Madrid

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Barceló Torre de Madrid, Canopy by Hilton Madrid Castellana)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing with Local Expert through Madrid of the Bourbons, historical areas and Old Quarter
    • Prado Museum visit with art historian guide, exploring works by Velázquez, Goya, Titian, Rubens and others
    Landmarks
    Prado Museum
  3. Day 3

    Madrid - Santiago de Compostela

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection, Santiago de Compostela)
    Landmarks
    Castillo de la Mota
    Tordesillas
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  4. Day 4

    Santiago de Compostela

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection, Santiago de Compostela)

    Included Activities

    • City tour with Local Expert visiting the cathedral (Praza do Obradoiro) with its ornate architectural details - optional choice
    • Scenic walk on part of the Way of St. James with Local Expert through parks and gardens - optional choice
    Landmarks
    Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
    Praza do Obradoiro
    Way of St. James
  5. Day 5

    Santiago de Compostela - Oviedo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch of locally sourced produce at MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, includes cider production tasting)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Barceló Oviedo Cervantes)

    Included Activities

    • Farm-to-table lunch with cider production tasting and learning experience - MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
    • Guided tour with Local Expert of Oviedo's 9th-century churches
    • Visit to Cathedral of the Holy Savior in Plaza Alfonso II to see one of Europe's finest altarpieces
    Landmarks
    Cathedral of the Holy Savior
    Costa Verde
  6. Day 6

    Oviedo - Santander

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Eurostars Real, Santander)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Holy Cave of Covadonga shrine
    • View of the unique Roman bridge in Cangas de Onís
    • Exploration of Picos de Europa national park with stunning mountain and gorge scenery
    • Stroll through Santillana del Mar with its rustic cobblestone streets and stone houses
    Landmarks
    Holy Cave of Covadonga
    Roman bridge in Cangas de Onís
    Picos de Europa
    Santillana del Mar
  7. Day 7

    Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastián

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Barceló Costa Vasca, San Sebastián)

    Included Activities

    • Viewing of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao with its striking modern architecture
    • Guided walking tour with Local Expert of San Sebastián's Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitucion
    Landmarks
    Guggenheim Museum
    Costa Vasca
    El Ratón
    San Sebastián Old Quarter
    Plaza de la Constitucion
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  8. Day 8

    San Sebastián

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Barceló Costa Vasca, San Sebastián)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along San Sebastián's boardwalk
    • Beach activities and sporting pursuits on the large sandy beach
    • Visit to nearby French villages of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Biarritz
    • Walk along the promenade of La Concha Bay
    • Shopping in the Old Town boutiques
    Landmarks
    La Concha Bay
    Saint-Jean-de-Luz
    Biarritz
  9. Day 9

    San Sebastián - Pamplona - Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Labtwentytwo, Barcelona)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll to Estafeta Street in Pamplona
    • Visit to Cafe Iruña in Pamplona, immortalised by Ernest Hemingway
    Landmarks
    Pamplona
    Estafeta Street
    Cafe Iruña
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  10. Day 10

    Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in Barcelona with Travel Director and fellow travellers at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Labtwentytwo, Barcelona)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour with Local Expert along Passeig de Gràcia through the Eixample district
    • Visit to Sagrada Familia to see Gaudí's masterpiece with its tree-like pillars, vaulting and stained-glass windows
    Landmarks
    Passeig de Gràcia
    Eixample district
    Sagrada Familia
    Hospital de Sant Pau
  11. Day 11

    Barcelona

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4.1
Overall rating based on 11 Reviews
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    4.6
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.8
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    4.5
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  • R
    May 26th, 2025
    Great experience, a very well organised trip. Marcos, the trip director, is a top professional, I have never seen a...
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    Traveled in May 2025
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We very much agree that a great Travel Director is essential to the overall enjoyment and comfort of our guests on any of our trips. It is for this reason that we take great care to select our team members for the passion they have for travel and the in depth knowledge they have for their given regions. We are so thrilled you have enjoyed this travel experience.
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  • Northern Spain (Small Groups, End Barcelona) reviewer 2
    October 22nd, 2024
    We chose Insight because we had traveled with them to Switzerland pre Covid an were impressed the tour -...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We sincerely thank you for sharing your valuable feedback and ratings with us and apologise for any shortcomings you encountered during your tour. We understand how much time and effort goes into planning a holiday, and it's disappointing when it doesn't meet your expectations. We recognise that our coaches must comply with local restrictions, which can limit access to particular town and city centres. Unfortunately, these regulations are beyond our control at Insight Vacations, and we appreciate your understanding. We also acknowledge that hotel standards can vary from country to country, and we are committed to ensuring that our selected accommodations uphold our high standards. Your feedback has been shared with our Quality Control team to help us enhance our guests' experiences. While we understand you may decide not to travel with Insight Vacations again, we genuinely wish you all the best in your future vacation adventures, wherever they may lead you. Your experience matters to us, and we hope for the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
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  • A
    June 22nd, 2023
    A truly amazing trip!
    Traveled in June 2023
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for your feedback during your recent trip. We hope you had the chance to immerse yourself in the local culture during your trip to Spain and enjoyed the warmth and hospitality of the locals, the delicious cuisine and the country's rich history, which are all unique and enriching aspects of visiting this beautiful country. Even so, we hope you made some new friendships and unforgettable memories during your time away with us.
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  • G
    May 27th, 2023
    Nice hotels, tours sometimes seemed rushed. Too much time trying to find a place to eat.
    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for your fantastic feedback during your time in Spain. We also appreciate your comments that you felt you would have preferred to say longer at specific destinations; however, exploring so many captivating destinations briefly can be quite an adventure, and we strive to include the perfect amount of time at each location for in-depth discovery. Your feedback assists us in ensuring our itineraries continue to allow the fullest experiences for our guests. With this in mind, we hope to welcome you again soon for your next trip with us.
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  • G
    October 8th, 2019
    The tour was a relaxed pace, not too rushed which was nice & the start times in the morning were not too early which...
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    Traveled in September 2019
  • J
    September 28th, 2019
    Best vacation of my life. Excellent itinerary, comfortable tour bus, and top-notch guide (shoutout to Angela). This...
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    Traveled in September 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We are delighted to learn that your time on the road with Insight Vacations was a memorable one. Furthermore, we are extremely proud to hear that Angela helped set the perfect tone for a memorable holiday. Similarly, we are very happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience in Spain and we definitely look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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  • C
    March 6th, 2019
    Fantastic experience with Insight Vacations. I loved all the included experiences and how the trip was seemless. I...
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    Traveled in July 2018
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We are elated to learn that your experience in Spain with Insight Vacations exceeded your expectations. We are especially pleased to hear that your Travel Director and Coach Driver’s dedication and knowledge allowed for an amazing atmosphere throughout your time on the road. Moreover, we are without a doubt happy to have shared such a great experience with you, we thank you for your recommendations and we truly look forward to welcoming you back soon for more incredible experiences.
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  • Northern Spain (Small Groups, End Barcelona) reviewer 8
    November 1st, 2018
    Simon made sure everyone had a great time. He went beyond what was expected. We had the best time there was nothing...
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    Traveled in June 2018
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you so much for sharing this with us. We are very happy to learn that you enjoyed every bit of your Insight Vacations experience in Spain; from our very knowledgeable and attentive staff to our wide-ranging itinerary. Most of all, we are extremely pleased that we were able to help you create some unforgettable memories.
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  • V
    October 15th, 2018
    Northern Spain was a great experience. Beautiful countryside. Diverse people. Interesting and wonderful food...
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    Traveled in October 2018
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing this with us. We are very happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience in Spain with Insight Vacations. Moreover, we truly look forward to journeying with you again soon.
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  • B
    July 21st, 2018
    This was a great trip. The only downside was the surprising behavior of some of the passengers ( all over the age of...
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    Traveled in June 2018

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    Chris

    Asked on March 15th, 2025

    This tour says small group in the title but the descriptions says coach (bus) and group size of 20 -24. Which is it?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten March 2025

      In response to your question, that's correct, our small group tour accommodates a maximum of 24 guests, and transportation will be provided via a motorcoach (bus).

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    Ronald

    Asked on January 16th, 2024

    I would like to take a tour of Northern Spain, can you assist with this. we do not like it to be to hectic, just moderate speed. We are a party of 3.

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2024

      The closest dates that we can offer you are May 4–14, 2024. Our trip is fixed and planned, and we cannot extend the days of the trip. But you can use your free time for your remaining days.

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    Michelle

    Asked on December 25th, 2023

    We are interested in this trip but prefer to start in Barcelona and end in Madrid; Is that available?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten December 2023

      We apologize but that is not possible, since our trip and itinerary are planned. This trip has only 2 options, it's either: Option 1 - Start: Madrid and End: Barcelona Option 2 - Start/End: Madrid

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