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Northern Spain (Small Groups, End Madrid)

11 days
Start and end in Madrid
4.1
11 traveler reviews

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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 typical madrileño flavours)
    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 through main historical areas in Madrid of the Bourbons
    • Guided drive through the Old Quarter
    • Visit the Prado Museum with an art historian
    • Guided tour of Madrid's Old Quarter with a Local Expert
    Landmarks
    Prado Museum
  3. Day 3

    Madrid - Santiago de Compostela

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

    Santiago de Compostela

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

    Included Activities

    • City tour with a Local Expert and visit to Praza do Obradoiro cathedral facade

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic walk on part of the Way of St. James with a Local Expert through parks and gardens
    Landmarks
    Praza do Obradoiro
    Way of St. James
  5. Day 5

    Costa Verde - Oviedo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table meal of locally sourced produce with traditional cider production tasting)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Barceló Oviedo Cervantes)

    Included Activities

    • Farm-to-table lunch with locally sourced produce and cider tasting experience
    • Visit the Cathedral of the Holy Savior in Plaza Alfonso II
    • Guided tour of 9th-century churches in Oviedo with a Local Expert
    Landmarks
    Cathedral of the Holy Savior
  6. Day 6

    Picos de Europa - Santillana del Mar - Santander

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Eurostars Real, Santander)

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Holy Cave of Covadonga and see the tomb of Pelayo
    • See the Roman bridge in Cangas de Onís
    • Venture into Picos de Europa national park to admire the scenery
    • Visit Santillana del Mar, the perfectly preserved most beautiful village in Spain
    Landmarks
    Holy Cave of Covadonga
    Roman bridge in Cangas de Onís
    Picos de Europa
    Santillana del Mar
  7. Day 7

    Bilbao - Costa Vasca - San Sebastián

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

    Included Activities

    • Orientation with Travel Director to see the spectacular Guggenheim Museum
    • Guided walking tour of San Sebastián's Old Quarter including Plaza de la Constitución with a Local Expert
    • See El Ratón (the mouse-shaped rock) in Getaria
    Landmarks
    Guggenheim Museum
    El Ratón
    Plaza de la Constitución
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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
    • Sporting activities on the sandy beach
    • Visit nearby French villages of Saint-Jean-de-Luz (Little Paris) and Biarritz
    • Walk along La Concha Bay promenade
    • Explore boutiques of the Old Town
    Landmarks
    La Concha Bay
    Saint-Jean-de-Luz
    Biarritz
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  9. Day 9

    San Sebastián - Pamplona - Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton, Barcelona), Hotel (Labtwentytwo, Barcelona)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pamplona at your own pace
    • Stroll on Estafeta Street
    • Visit Café Iruña
    Landmarks
    Estafeta Street
    Café Iruña
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  10. Day 10

    Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in Barcelona to share memories and mark the end of your journey across Spain and Portugal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton, Barcelona), Hotel (Labtwentytwo, Barcelona)

    Included Activities

    • Guided drive along Passeig de Gràcia with a Local Expert
    • Visit Gaudí's Sagrada Família with exploration of giant pillars, vaulting, and stained-glass windows
    • Dinner with Travel Director and fellow travelers at a local restaurant in Barcelona

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Hospital de Sant Pau (alternative if Sagrada Família access restricted)
    Landmarks
    Passeig de Gràcia
    Sagrada Família
    Eixample
    Hospital de Sant Pau
  11. Day 11

    Barcelona to Madrid

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4.1
Overall rating based on 11 Reviews
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    4.6
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    3.9
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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 Madrid) 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 Madrid) 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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    Asked on March 15th, 2024

    How many hotels are booked for the 11 day trip? Is there an expert guide scheduled for the city tours and the museum tours (Prado / Bilbao)?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten March 2024

      The number of hotels that will accommodate you for this tour will be six different hotels for the duration of the tour. This is a guided tour where you will be with your travel director, local specialists, and driver for the remainder of the tour.

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    What is your smallest size group? What type of transport? Can you describe some of the tour guides please?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten March 2024

      The group size of this adventure is 24. The transportation used is motor coach.

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