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Northern Spain: Basque Country to Madrid

12 days  |  14 days with Madrid extension

Group size
15–38 travelers
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Discover diverse landscapes, delicious food, and provinces bursting with personality.

Travelers who venture to northern Spain will discover well-preserved medieval villages, postcard-perfect mountains and beaches, and some of the best food the country has to offer. On this tour of the region, you’ll explore historical, cultural, and culinary treasures in Bilbao, San Sebastián, Santander, Oviedo, and Santiago de Compostela. Then, head south, to the Castilla and Leon region, where you’ll explore Salamanca’s 13th-century university and marvel at Segovia’s imposing Roman aqueduct before making your final stop in bustling, cosmopolitan Madrid.

Your tour package includes

  • 10 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 10 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 cider tasting
  • 1 food tasting
  • 8 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Guggenheim Museum
  • San Sebastián
  • Altamira Cave Museum
  • Oviedo Cathedral
  • Asturias cheese tasting
  • Cidery visit & tasting
  • Lugo
  • Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
  • University of Salamanca
  • Alcázar of Segovia

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Overnight flight

Board your overnight flight to Bilbao today.

Bilbao

Day 2: Arrival in Bilbao

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Spain! Arrive in Bilbao, an industrial port city in the Basque Country that’s home to the iconic, Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum, as well as a world-renowned dining scene. Get to know your Tour Director and fellow group members at tonight’s welcome dinner.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Mercure Bilbao Jardines de Albia

This contemporary hotel is located in Bilbao, Spain’s business district. Guests enjoy the gym, spa and wellness center, and tapas bar. Nearby you’ll find the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum, Albia Gardens, and Moyua Plaza.

Silken Coliseum

This unique hotel is set in a former cinema in the Santander. Guests enjoy the fitness center, on-site cafe, and overall charm of the building. Nearby you'll find the Museum of Modern Contemporary Art, Magdalena Palace, and...

Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco

This modern hotel is located in Oviedo's Losa de Renfe area. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site coffee house. Nearby you'll find Plaza de España, the Old Town, and several cider bars.

Compostela Hotel

This modern hotel housed in a historic building is located in Santiago de Compostela's Plaza de Galicia. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant, bar and coffee house. Nearby you'll find the Cathedral, the Museum of Pilgrimage, and...

Hotel Soho Boutique Canalejas

This boutique style hotel is located in Salamanca's Old Town. Guests enjoy the stylish rooms, on-site restaurant, and delicious breakfast. Nearby you'll find the Art Deco & Art Nouveau Museum, Jesuítas Park, and the Pozo de las...

H10 Tribeca

This industrial-inspired hotel is located close to Paseo de la Castellana in the business district of Madrid. Guests enjoy a restaurant, lobby bar, and library. Nearby, you’ll find the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Plaza de...

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Flights

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  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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