On arrival at Barcelona, you will be met by our local representative for a brief meet and greet. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Barcelona for Check-in.

A charming sea-side city, Barcelona is one of the most famous cities in the world. Founded as a Roman city, it was once the capital of the country of Barcelona. The city has a mild and warm climate due to its proximity to the sea and has some of the best beaches in the world. Architects such as Antoni Gaudi and Lluis Demenech i Montaner have given many famous buildings which are now UNESCO world heritage sites.

Rest of the day is free for you to explore Barcelona on your own. 

Overnight stay at the hotel in Barcelona.

After breakfast, we will proceed for sightseeing tour of Barcelona.

During the city tour, we will visit some of the most beautiful building’s in the world such as Guaudi’s La Sagrada Familia, La Ramblas, Statue of Christopher Columbus and Camp Nou – the home stadium of FC Barcelona. We will also visit Montjuic Castle by taking a cable car ride to Montjuic hill.

After the city tour, you are free to enjoy the city on your own. Barcelona offers one of the best nightlife experiences in the world.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Barcelona.

The day is free for your leisure and can opt for any tour from the options recommended for a marvelous experience.

1. Girona and Costa Brava Small Group Tour – The tour leaves Barcelona and heads straight up to Girona, a well-established city that has survived many sieges in the course of its long history, since its founding in around 76 BC by the Romans. It has been dominated by many different people, and, as a result, has a great richness of architectural heritage. There is a wide variety of museums and sites of historical interest in Girona, such as the Jewish Quarter and the Arab Bath house. If you prefer, the narrow streets of the old town are very pleasant just to wander around, indulge in a spot of window-shopping, or find a secluded cafe and sit back to watch people pass by. From Girona, the tour heads to the impossibly charming Pals, a small mediaeval village that grew out of what was once a fortress. From Pals, we head to the fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell. This delightful escape has whitewashed houses that reach right down to the sea front and a number of traditional restaurants.

2. La Roca village – This tour is recommended for a fantastic shopping experience. La Roca village is home to more than 140 boutiques from the world’s leading designers. It is part of 11 global shopping destinations that offer leading luxury brands at one places and discounted prices. Those uninterested in shopping can enjoy the culinary experience offered by numerous restaurants and coffee shops present in the village.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Barcelona.

Today, we drive to Valencia. On arrival, enjoy a guided city tour. See the Plaza Reina. Due to its beautifully planted spaces, the cathedral in the background, and the various restaurants on either side, the Plaza de la Reina is one of Valencia’s most well-known locations and a must-see during your stay.

Proceed to see the City of Arts & Sciences, one of the more recent architectural landmarks of Valencia. One of the biggest cultural and scientific complexes in Europe is the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia. It is comprised of striking structures like the Hemisfèric and Oceanogràfic and stands out for its cutting-edge architecture, which was created by renowned designers Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Valencia.

After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free for you to explore Valencia’s Beaches on your own.

Overnight stay at the hotel .

After breakfast, we proceed to Seville. En-route, we stop at Toledo – one of the oldest cities in Spain that was the melting pot of 3 religious cultures – Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

During the city tour, we shall visit Cathedral de Toledo, a beautiful catholic church with gothic interiors. Next, we shall visit Sinagoga del Tránsito, a magnificent synagogue that provides a glimpse in the Jewish culture in Spain. Finally, we will visit a traditional sword factory in Toledo, and learn about the art of Sword Making in Toledo which is renowned for supplying weaponry across Europe.

After a tour of Toledo, we will continue our journey to Seville. Upon arrival, the day is free for you to explore Seville on your own.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Seville.

After breakfast, we will begin the sightseeing tour of Seville. Seville is the capital of Andalusia region in southern Spain. It is famous for its vibrant history, culture and of course, flamenco dancing. Seville was voted as the best city to visit in 2018 by the world’s most popular guidebook – lonely planet. It was incorporated into the Christian kingdom in 1248 by Ferdinand III.

We will visit the spectacular Sevilla’s Cathedral– which is the third largest cathedral in Europe, and appreciate its beautiful interiors and architecture. Next, we will visit Royal Alcazar – the royal palace which is a perfect example of Moorish architecture and has gorgeous manicured Gardens. The palace was used as the setting for the beautiful city of Dorne in the popular television series – Game of Thrones. During the sightseeing tour, we shall also see and appreciate the sophistication of the Metropol Parasol and learn about the history associated with the Moorish Girilda tower. We shall also see the Plaza De Torres, a stadium where bullfights are hosted even today in the month of April.

Oernight stay at the hotel in Seville.

SEGV’S RECOMMENDATION – In the evening, enjoy a horse cart ride in the old quarters of Santa Cruz and enjoy the world-famous flamenco show. A highly expressive dance form, Flamenco is characterised by fluid body movements, hand clapping and percussive footwork. The dance was made popular in the movie – Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

Proceed for Madrid for a lifetime experience. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Madrid for Check-in.

Madrid is the financial, cultural and political capital of Spain. It is the third largest city in the European Union and is renowned for its elegant boulevards and manicured parks. A modern city, and a centre for gastronomy, the city has numerous museums featuring artworks by popular artists such as Goya and Picasso. The day is free to relax and roam around in Madrid on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel in Madrid.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Madrid.

After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed for a city tour of Madrid.

During the city tour, we shall visit Madrid’s royal palace and Sabatini gardens, Prado Museum, Puerto Del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Parque del Retiro. The royal palace is different from other Spanish palaces which we will see during the tour as this is the only one built by Spain’s Christian monarchy. The palace is beautifully decorated with rich tapestries, splendid chandeliers and lifelike portraits. Plaza Mayor forms the centre of Old Madrid and is a lively public square with a majestic statue of King Philip III of Spain.

After the city tour, the day is free for you to explore Madrid on your own.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Madrid.

SEGV’S RECOMMENDATION – Spain has fantastic museums depicting the best paintings by some of the most renowned artists in the world. The best museums for those interested in seeing these rare artworks are – Prado National Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. For anyone interested in history, there is the Museo Arqueologico Nacional which features articles from Hispanic pre History to the modern age.

After breakfast, transfer to airport to board a flight to India.

We check out from the hotel to leave for Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Spain Portugal tour organized by State Express Global Voyages, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.