Madrid & Southern Spain Highlights

Explore Spain on a 9-day tour of Madrid and Andalusia, featuring Seville, Córdoba, Ronda, the Costa del Sol and Granada’s iconic Alhambra
Experience Spain's romance, rich history, and sun-kissed beauty on an unforgettable 9-day tour from Madrid through Andalusia. Stroll through Madrid’s lively squares, step back in time among Mérida’s Roman treasures, and marvel at Córdoba’s magnificent Mosque-Cathedral. Fall in love with Seville’s winding lanes and grand Plaza de España, take in Ronda’s dramatic mountain scenery, and relax by the Mediterranean on the Costa del Sol. In Granada, discover the exquisite palaces and peaceful Generalife Gardens of the Alhambra—a spectacular highlight of your Spanish escape
9 Days from $2999/person CAD
Family
Guided
Premium
UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Primary Location

Spain, Europe

Departures

Friday departures available through March 2028. Click ‘Book Online’ to view exact dates and rates

Included:

  • Accommodation in standard-category hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Bilingual tour director (Spanish and English) from Day 3 through Day 8
  • Guided city tours with local guides in Madrid, Córdoba, Seville, and Granada
  • Entrance to the Mosque of Córdoba and the Alhambra & Generalife Gardens in Granada
  • Transportation aboard a luxury coach with air conditioning, panoramic windows, reclining seats, and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Airport transfers on the first and last day of the tour
  • Enjoy 24-hour customer service support throughout your tour

Not Included:

  • International or domestic airfare
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Local city tax for overnight stays
  • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
  • Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included

Pricing Details

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  • If the panoramic tour of Madrid cannot operate for technical reasons, it will be replaced with a one-day Madrid hop-on hop-off bus ticket or a similar activity
  • Please note that this itinerary may combine different tours, so the tour leader and fellow travellers may change during the journey
  • For groups of fewer than 12 participants, the service will be provided by the professional driver
  • From price is CAD per person, based on double occupancy and for travel in the low season
  • The final price will vary and is also based on the month of travel
  • Prices are subject to change
  • Due to luggage restrictions on the coach bus, each passenger is allowed one suitcase and one carry-on luggage

Optional Extras:

  • Upgrade to premium-category hotels for added comfort throughout your stay
  • Pre- and Post-Accommodation
  • During the tour, the Tour Director will offer passengers the opportunity to book optional excursions. These experiences will be arranged locally

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN MADRID

Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to your hotel and settle in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, or start exploring at your own pace.

Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar

DAY 2: MADRID GUIDED CITY TOUR

After breakfast at the hotel, begin your guided tour of Madrid. Explore the historic center on foot, discovering iconic squares including Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Plaza de la Villa.

Then board your coach for a panoramic tour of the city’s landmarks. See Madrid’s oldest bridge and enjoy impressive views of the Royal Palace before continuing along Gran Vía. Visit Las Ventas Bullring, pass the Cibeles Fountain and Puerta de Alcalá, and see the famous Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

On the return journey, travel along Calle Serrano and past Atocha Station. The tour ends at the Plaza de Oriente parking area, opposite the Royal Palace.

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Madrid at your own pace. Overnight in Madrid. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar

DAY 3: MADRID TO CÓRDOBA VIA ROMAN MÉRIDA

After breakfast at the hotel, travel west toward Extremadura and its historic capital, Mérida. Renowned for its UNESCO-listed archaeological heritage, the city preserves a remarkable Roman legacy, including its theater, amphitheater and Roman bridge.

Enjoy free time to explore Mérida at your own pace before continuing to Córdoba, once the capital of the Caliphate and one of Spain’s great historic cities. Overnight in Córdoba. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Sercotel Córdoba, Córdoba, or similar

DAY 4: CÓRDOBA MOSQUE-CATHEDRAL TOUR & JOURNEY TO SEVILLE

After breakfast at the hotel, discover Córdoba’s magnificent Mosque-Cathedral on a guided tour, then stroll through the narrow, winding streets of the historic Jewish Quarter.

In the afternoon, travel approximately two hours to Seville, the vibrant capital of Andalusia. Overnight in Seville. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Ilunion Alcora, Seville, or similar

DAY 5: SEVILLE GUIDED CITY TOUR & AFTERNOON AT LEISURE

After breakfast at the hotel, discover Seville’s grand monuments and iconic landmarks on a panoramic city tour. Explore the charming Santa Cruz Quarter, where narrow streets and picturesque squares evoke the city’s literary and operatic traditions.

Visit the leafy María Luisa Park and magnificent Plaza de España, two of Seville’s most celebrated attractions.

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Seville at your own pace, sample local flavors and soak up its vibrant Andalusian atmosphere. Overnight in Seville. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Ilunion Alcora, Seville, or similar

DAY 6: SEVILLE TO THE COSTA DEL SOL VIA RONDA

After breakfast at the hotel, travel south through traditional Andalusian villages to Ronda. Enjoy free time to explore this historic town and admire spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.

Continue to the Costa del Sol, southern Spain’s renowned Mediterranean holiday destination. Spend the afternoon at leisure to relax and enjoy its coastal atmosphere. Overnight on the Costa del Sol. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Sol Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, or similar

DAY 7: COSTA DEL SOL TO GRANADA & ALHAMBRA VISIT

After breakfast, travel to Granada, the last stronghold of Moorish rule in Spain until 1492. Visit the world-renowned Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens, whose intricate architecture and beautiful surroundings inspired Washington Irving’s Tales of the Alhambra.

In the evening, enjoy the option to attend a traditional Zambra flamenco show. Overnight in Granada. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Los Abades Nevada, Granada, or similar

DAY 8: GRANADA TO MADRID JOURNEY

After breakfast at the hotel, travel north to Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and settle in. Overnight in Madrid. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar

DAY 9: DEPARTURE FROM MADRID

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your transfer to Madrid Airport for your departure flight, bringing your journey through Spain to a close. Meals: B

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