Tour Description

There's no better chance to live your best Spanish life than 10 days drifting around Spain. Together we'll explore Spain's most iconic cities - think Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia & Granada �� along with the smaller cobbled-street towns of Burgos, Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Pamplona & Toledo. Between paella-making classes, evening flamenco, locally guided tours of Albaicin & Alhambra, plus plenty of tapas, we'll feel like Spanish locals in no time.

Priced From:

$ 2208pp ^*

From: 2024-12-01

To: 2025-03-09

Start Location: Madrid, Spain

End Location: Madrid, Spain

Trip Type: In Depth Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Chris McKinnel

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Start Madrid

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Praga (or similar)

Welcome to Spain! Join up with your new crew tonight over your first group dinner in the metro magic of Madrid. Tomorrow will be a whole world of discovery, so you'll be thankful for your hotel sleep.

Madrid to Pamplona via Burgos

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: AZZ Pamplona Norte (or similar)

The first leg of our Iberian roadtrip kicks off this morning as we travel north in search of Burgos and Pamplona. We couldn't race to our night's stop-off point without letting you marvel at the pretty medieval town of Burgos first. For real, just wait till you see the gorgeous town square. Our next stop is the colourful Pamplona. We’ll start with a brief orientation tour of this well-preserved town, and then you'll have some free time to explore in your own way.

Pamplona (Including Bilbao and San Sebastián)

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: AZZ Pamplona Norte (or similar)

Rise and shine, Spanish explorers! Two new cities await us today, but not until we’ve had breakfast. Bilbao might get bragging rights to being an up-and-coming cultural hub of Spain, but that hasn't diminished its uber laid back spirit. Home of one of the world’s most famous museums, the Museo Guggenheim, you're free to use your morning to play art critique and absorb Bilbao's pretty surrounds and architecture. Next stop, San Sebastián! This is a pretty postcard town where cobbled lanes slope towards pristine beaches. Take a walk, do some shopping or just sit and chill in a bar, enjoying endless plates of pintxos (the Basque version of tapas). Our day ends where it started in Pamplona, where you’ll sleep soundly with a head full of modern art-themed dreams.

Pamplona to Barcelona via Zaragoza

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Catalonia Park Putxet Barcelona (or similar)

This morning we spread our wings and take metaphorical flight once again, this time in the direction of Zaragoza with an end goal of none other than bustling Barcelona. A colourful cathedral & traditional Spanish churros will set our hearts aflutter in Zaragoza, as we roam the casco (old town) soaking up historic architecture and good vibes aplenty. Even the pit stops are amazing on Contiki. With 2-nights in Barcelona, you'll be pronouncing Barcelona's C with a "tthh" like a true local by the time we make tracks. We'll kick things off with an orientation tour, before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.

Barcelona

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Catalonia Park Putxet Barcelona (or similar)

Today you’ll have the chance to join a guided bike tour of the city. Afterwards, you could take a wander through the colourful buildings & gardens of Gaudi's iconic Parc Güell or beach lovers could head to the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Barcelona to Valencia

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: NH Valencia Las Ciencias (or similar)

This morning we're ready for a change of scene - the port city of Valencia is calling, where beach meets culture in the happiest way possible. It’s hard not to be enchanted by Valencia as we explore the city during our orientation walk. With one night here in the land that invented paella it would be crazy not to sign up for an optional paella-making class tonight with the crew. Who's in?

Valencia to Granada

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Macia Condor (or similar)

It's been short but sweet, Valencia, and we won't forget you. Today, we're seeking the very different vibes of Granada. How are all these places in just one country? Granada is brimming with romance and offering an eclectic mix of Arab and Spanish feels only to be found in Andalusia. This is one place you may never want to leave! We'll join up tonight for an included dinner with the crew.

Granada

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Macia Condor (or similar)

We start the morning with free time to explore. You can fill yours by opting for a guided tour of the Muslim quarter of Albaicin & the Capilla Real, and while you're at it, fill up on some of Granada's incredible food, like its famous Arab pastries. This afternoon we head to Spain's number 1 visited attraction, the Alhambra Palace. We'll discover the breathtaking beauty and history of this Moorish Palace, with its intricate patterns and detailed architecture that will leave you spellbound, and wondering why you haven't been here sooner. To top it off, Alhambra offers the best views of the city. Feel the Spanish rhythm and style by opting for a traditional flamenco and tapas night with your Contiki family. Que beuno!

Granada to Madrid via Toledo

Day 9

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Praga (or similar)

Bouncing out of bed should be no problem this morning, given the scenic adventures we have planned today on route to Madrid. Synagogues, churches and medieval buildings sit atop the hill town of Toledo. We'll uncover the city's gothic cathedral, the famous Renaissance sculptor, painter and architect El Greco’s house and the site of sieges, revolutions and treason. Just another pit-stop in our life in glorious Spain. Here we are, back where the party started. You're free to spend the evening your way tonight and Madrid's nightlife is pumping, so grab some tapas, sangria and your dancing shoes for a night out on the town.

End Madrid

Day 10

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Macia Condor (or similar)

Tears and tissues and pinky swears for a reunion trip will mark the blur of sadness that is our morning departure. These are the memories that will stay with you a life time; make sure your next Contiki adventure is just around the corner.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2024-12-18

End Date: 2024-12-27

twin

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2324

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2324

triple

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2208

tripleShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2208

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3196

Start Date: 2025-01-05

End Date: 2025-01-14

twin

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2490

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2490

triple

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2366

tripleShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2366

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3424

Start Date: 2025-03-09

End Date: 2025-03-18

twin

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2351

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2351

triple

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2233

tripleShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 2233

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3284

Best of Spain | Winter | 2024/2025

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

Dates & prices