• 4 Dinner (D)
• 18 Breakfast (B)

• London: A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
• Madrid: Yep. Usually, we arrange a buffet for all your included meals. If you’d like a vegetarian option, please inform your Trip Manager beforehand, and they’ll sort it out for you.
• Madrid: Of course! Just inform your Trip Manager if you need refrigeration on the coach. Please remember that the fridge is turned off overnight, so you’ll have to take your medication with you into your accommodation. We recommend that you bring a cooler bag with you as a backup. It’s your responsibility to store your medication with care. 

• Pamplona: Your Trip Manager will escort you into the heart of the city and give a brief orientation talk. After that, you’re free to explore this quirky and colourful city in your own way.
• Bilbao: Home to world famous art museums and architecture that’s grander than grand. Today you’ll have plenty of time to explore Bilbao, taking in the mountains and the skyscrapers.
• San Sebastián: Where better to admire the sunset than on the beautiful beaches of San Sebastián? This resort town is known for its fantastic food too – so make sure you’re hungry!
• Barcelona: Enjoy an included dinner at Mescladis – a non-profit that’s all about social cohesion, doing their bit to enrich coexistence, with rights and opportunities for all.
• Granada: Probably the most Instagrammable palace that’s ever existed. Tour this Moorish marvel with an expert. 
• Toledo: This medieval city is a cultural melting pot, with a mix of Spanish, Arabic and Jewish influences. Get some pics of the Alcázar Fortress and the gothic Cathedral. 
• Córdoba: This ornate World Heritage site was built by the Moors after they conquered Iberia. And it’s still one of the world’s biggest mosques.
• Lisbon: Take an orientation in Lisbon’s ‘museum district’. See the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the best places to taste a pastel de nata.  
• Sintra: There are plenty of UNESCO heritage sites to see in this colourful Portuguese town.
• Lisbon: Get to grips with Portugal’s coastal capital. See all the sights, including Castelo de São Jorge, the Praca do Comércio, Rossio Sqaure and Praca da Figueira. 

Learn to coax saffron-tinted rice to perfect socarrat in wide paella pans as you prepare a classic Valencian paella with chicken, rabbit and garrofó beans. Stir, taste and toast before sharing a convivial feast with your crew.

Born from Albufera’s rice fields and orchard bounty, paella is Valencia on a plate. Pick up technique and tradition in equal measure. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Pull up a chair at a Sevillian home for an EatWith experience featuring seasonal tapas—think salmorejo, slow-cooked Iberian pork and Andalusian olives—paired with regional wines. Conversation flows as easily as the olive oil.

Supporting local hosts and culinary micro-entrepreneurs, this dinner invites cultural exchange beyond restaurant walls. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Join a guided orientation through Pamplona’s cobbled core, circling the lively Plaza del Castillo and handsome Ayuntamiento square. Trace sections of the Running of the Bulls route, where balconies lean over narrow lanes and cafés spill onto the pavements. Your Trip Manager points out pintxo bars and vantage spots along the historic city walls.

Hear how San Fermín festivities grew from medieval processions into a world-famous event. Literary echoes of Hemingway mingle with Navarrese traditions as you learn to read the street names, spot pilgrimage scallop shells, and tune into the city’s convivial rhythm.

Explore Bilbao’s revitalised riverfront along Abandoibarra as the Guggenheim Museum’s titanium curves shimmer beside the Nervión. Pause by the La Salve Bridge and Jeff Koons’ flowery ‘Puppy’ for photos before continuing toward the historic core. It’s a perfect primer on the Basque Country’s blend of innovation and tradition.

Learn how the 1997 arrival of the Guggenheim helped spark a citywide renaissance. From shipbuilding docks to sleek promenades, Bilbao’s story unfolds in steel, glass and stone—always anchored by Basque identity, language and cuisine.

Stroll the crescent promenade of La Concha Bay, admiring Belle Époque balustrades and the sweep toward Monte Igueldo and Monte Urgull. In the Parte Vieja, bar counters gleam with artful pintxos as church spires and arcaded squares frame atmospheric lanes made for wandering and photos.

Discover why San Sebastián became a seaside retreat for Spanish royalty and a culinary capital for modern gourmands. The city’s refined architecture and surf-tinged breezes create a leisurely mood that pairs perfectly with a sunset over the bay.

Walk Zaragoza’s historic casco, pausing in the vast Plaza del Pilar where the domes of the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar rise over the Ebro. Admire the brick-lace textures of La Seo Cathedral from the square and treat yourself to hot churros as local life hums around you.

Hear how Roman Caesaraugusta evolved into a showcase of Mudéjar architecture, with Islamic, Jewish and Christian influences woven into palaces and towers. Goya’s legacy and riverside vistas round out this snapshot of Aragon’s cultured capital.

Sit down to an included dinner at Mescladís, a Barcelona social enterprise where seasonal Catalan plates meet global flavours. Share convivial dishes and stories in a casual setting that champions community and opportunity through culinary training and hospitality.

Learn how this non-profit fosters social cohesion by helping migrants and refugees gain skills and confidence. It’s an authentic taste of the city’s values—neighbourhood warmth, creative cuisine and conversation that lingers like the aroma of grilled peppers and olive oil.

Explore Valencia’s historic heart around the Plaza de la Virgen, viewing the Cathedral exterior and slipping into shaded lanes lined with orange trees. Step into the courtyard of the Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange) and glimpse the futuristic contours of the City of Arts and Sciences from town.

Hear how a diverted river became the lush Turia Gardens, why paella was born on nearby Albufera’s rice fields, and how Gothic stonework and bold modern design coexist in Spain’s sun-drenched coastal city.

Step inside the Alhambra with an expert, tracing filigreed stucco, muqarnas vaults and intricate tilework through the Nasrid Palaces. In the Generalife gardens, cypress alleys and murmuring rills frame views across Granada to the Sierra Nevada.

Unpack the legacy of the last Moorish dynasty in Iberia, the Christian additions of Charles V’s palace, and the poetic geometry that turns water, shadow and calligraphy into architecture. Few places evoke Andalusia’s layered history so completely.

Survey Toledo’s skyline of towers and turrets above the Tagus from panoramic viewpoints before entering lanes that reveal the Alcázar and the soaring Gothic Cathedral exteriors. In the Jewish quarter, whitewashed courtyards and artisan workshops hint at centuries of craft and coexistence.

Known as the City of Three Cultures, Toledo blends Jewish, Muslim and Christian heritage with the artistry of El Greco. Sword-making lore and marzipan traditions still flavour this UNESCO-listed medieval masterpiece.

Enter the Mezquita–Catedral to wander a forest of columns beneath red-and-white arches, pausing at the glittering mihrab and the Patio de los Naranjos. Your guide reveals layers of art and theology where mosque and cathedral share a single, astonishing space.

From the Umayyad Caliphate’s grandeur to the post-Reconquista nave inserted within, Córdoba’s story unfolds in stone and light. Step outside to glimpse the Roman Bridge and imag­ine the city’s place on medieval trade and pilgrimage routes.

Join a guided stroll through Barrio Santa Cruz, where jasmine-scented lanes open to hidden plazas. Admire the exterior of the Seville Cathedral and La Giralda, then continue to the tiled arcades and curving canal of the showstopping Plaza de España and the riverside paths of the Guadalquivir.

Hear tales of Mudéjar palaces, the Age of Discovery, and flamenco’s soulful pulse across the river in Triana. Seville blends pageantry and intimacy in equal measure.

Explore Lisbon’s riverfront Belém district to see the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, masterpieces of Manueline stonework shaped by Portugal’s maritime might. Pause by the Monument to the Discoveries and learn where to try the city’s silkiest pastéis de nata.

From Vasco da Gama’s voyages to azulejo-lined cloisters, Belém distills the Golden Age of Exploration into architecture and aroma. The Tagus breeze and cathedral-like vaults set a grand scene.

Get to grips with Lisbon across elegant Baixa squares—Praca do Comércio, Rossio and Praca da Figueira—with glances up to Castelo de São Jorge. Alfama’s viewpoints and tram bells add old-world charm to this lively, sea-breezed capital.

Discover how the 1755 earthquake reshaped Lisbon’s grid, why azulejos tell stories in blue and white, and where to find evening fado and riverside promenades for sunset.

Ride the train to Sintra and wander lanes lined with pastel villas and pâtisseries. Gaze up to the hilltop Palácio Nacional da Pena and consider time for the gardens and enigmatic wells of Quinta da Regaleira during your visit.

Wrapped in misty microclimates and Romantic architecture, Sintra’s UNESCO-listed landscape blends royal retreats with lush forests. Cafés, tiled facades and turreted skylines set a fairy-tale scene.

Stretch your legs in seaside Cascais, where a tidy marina, sandy coves and whitewashed lanes meet Atlantic light. Stroll the promenade, browse boutiques, or pause for a cone as fishing boats bob offshore.

Once a royal summer retreat, Cascais mixes sophistication with salt-spray ease. Tile-trimmed villas and palm-lined squares make this a charming coastal interlude between Lisbon and the north.

Discover Salamanca’s theatre-like Plaza Mayor before viewing the ornate University facades and the shell-studded Casa de las Conchas. See the twin cathedrals’ towers rise above golden sandstone streets polished by centuries of scholars.

Founded in 1218, the university fostered humanist thought that rippled across Europe. At dusk, the city glows honey-gold—an unforgettable effect of Villamayor stone and Castilian light.

Pause to admire the 11th-century walls of Ávila, an unbroken ring of ramparts with crenellated towers guarding the old city. Frame shots of the mighty Puerta del Alcázar and the cathedral’s fortress-like apse from just outside the gates.

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Ávila evokes frontier Spain and the mystic legacy of Teresa of Ávila. The silhouette alone tells a thousand years of story.

Pedal between icons as you roll past the Sagrada Família (exterior), arcades of the Gothic Quarter and palm-lined Barceloneta Beach. Cruise through Parc de la Ciutadella while your guide shares local shortcuts, photo stops and café tips.

Barcelona’s flat waterfront and bike-friendly boulevards make two wheels ideal for linking Gaudí’s modernisme with seaside living. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Wind through the Albaicín’s whitewashed alleys to the Mirador de San Nicolás for dreamlike Alhambra views, then visit the Capilla Real, resting place of the Catholic Monarchs. Hear tales of fountains, patios and poetry in this hillside quarter.

From Nasrid-era streets to the symbols of the Reconquista, Granada’s layered past comes alive in stone and song. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Settle into an intimate tablao—sometimes carved from Sacromonte cave houses—for an evening of flamenco. Guitar rasgueados, sharp palmas and the dancer’s heelwork fill the room as you sip a glass of sangria and feel the pulse of cante jondo.

Rooted in Andalusian Roma heritage, flamenco is raw expression distilled into rhythm and gesture. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Tuck into platters of clams à Bulhão Pato, grilled sardines or dourada, and crisp vinho verde at a classic neighbourhood seafood spot. Staffed by experts in simplicity, charcoal and sea-fresh catch, this is Lisbon at table.

From Atlantic tides to tiled taverns, the city’s maritime soul shines through its marisqueiras. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Join local residents to explore a neighbourhood transformed by murals and installations. See how street art reframes identity and pride, turning everyday walls into a vibrant open-air gallery while supporting community-led change.

This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience channels your visit into positive local impact through culture and storytelling. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Settle into a candlelit casa de fado as voices laden with saudade weave with the bright notes of the Portuguese guitar. Intimate, emotional and timeless, fado offers a window into Portugal’s soul.

Recognised as UNESCO Intangible Heritage, the genre’s Porto style pairs beautifully with a sip of port after dusk. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Taste your way through Porto with bites of bolinhos de bacalhau, a hearty francesinha sample and sweet treats from historic cafés, paired with a nip of tawny or white port. Markets and backstreets reveal the city’s daily rhythms.

Rooted in Douro harvests and Atlantic kitchens, Porto’s flavours balance comfort and craft. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Explore Salamanca through a different lens, hearing stories of women who shaped the city—from scholars and patrons to artists and activists. Trace their legacy across cloisters, courtyards and literary haunts with a specialist guide.

This social-history walk reframes familiar landmarks with fresh context and voices. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Sit down in the historic centre for a traditional Madrid meal: think croquetas, tortilla and slow-simmered cocido madrileño, paired with vermut de grifo or Spanish wine. Tile-lined walls and brass rails set a timeless tavern mood.

Celebrate the capital’s castizo spirit—hearty flavours, lively conversation, and old-school hospitality. This is an optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

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