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9-Nights Northern Spain Uncovered - Escorted Tours, Arts & Culture from $5,163
Goway Travel
OFFER ID 1722986
Epic Scenery, Iconic Landmarks Uncover soulful Spain on this small group tour through the north, where coastal charm, timeless cities and sacred trails reveal the country’s layered spirit.
Trip Overview:
From the sun-drenched boulevards of Barcelona to the sacred streets of Santiago de Compostela, this journey through northern Spain blends culture, coastline, and centuries of history. Begin in Barcelona, where Gaudí’s surreal architecture and Mediterranean breezes set the tone. Sip local wine at a welcome dinner, cruise along the city’s sparkling shore, and stand in awe of the Sagrada Familia’s intricate towers.
Then head inland through Aragón and Navarra, pausing in Zaragoza and Pamplona before reaching Bilbao, a Basque gem where art and tradition meet. Explore the striking Guggenheim Museum, then continue to the sophisticated shores of San Sebastián, where beaches meet Belle Époque charm. The road unwinds along the Bay of Biscay to Castro Urdiales and Santander, inviting you to linger by the sea.
In the lush region of Asturias, discover medieval Santillana del Mar, the spiritual site of Covadonga, and the pre-Romanesque architecture of Oviedo. Raise a glass of cider in a local sidrería before venturing into Galicia. Visit the cathedral town of Mondoñedo and the Roman-walled city of Lugo before reaching Santiago de Compostela, the storied end of the Camino de Santiago. After exploring this sacred city, board a high-speed train to Madrid and soak in the capital’s vibrant energy before your journey concludes.
This is Spain at its most evocative—artful, soulful, and deeply rooted in place.
Highlights:
- Begin in Barcelona, savouring Gaudí’s masterpieces, seaside views and a taste of Catalan culture.
- Journey through Aragón and Navarra to Bilbao, home to the iconic Guggenheim and Basque heritage.
- Stroll San Sebastián’s elegant promenades and relax along the stunning Bay of Biscay coastline.
- Discover Asturias’ medieval villages, sacred Covadonga and the historic charm of Oviedo.
- Conclude in Santiago de Compostela, tracing pilgrims’ footsteps before a vibrant finale in Madrid.
Included Services:
- Private transfers from airport to hotel
- Transportation by deluxe air-conditioned coach
- English-speaking Tour Manager throughout journey
- Train ticket (Tourist Class) from Santiago to Madrid
- 2 nights in premium accommodations in Barcelona
- 2 nights in premium accommodations in Bilbao
- 1 night in premium accommodations in Santander
- 1 night in premium accommodations in Oviedo
- 2 nights in premium accommodations in Santiago de Compostela
- 1 night in premium accommodations in Madrid
- Welcome dinner in Barcelona
- Guided city tour of Barcelona (including entrance to Sagrada Familia)
- Guided city tour of Bilbao
- Guided city tour of Santiago de Compostela (including Cathedral ticket)
- Catamaran sailing experience in Barcelona with drink & tapa
- Pintxos dinner in Bilbao
- Dinner and cider tasting in a traditional cider house in Oviedo
- Daily breakfast (excluding Day 1), dinner and tastings as per itinerary
- Comprehensive travel insurance
Excluded Services:
- International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
9 nights from $5,163 per person
Day 1: Arrive in Barcelona
Welcome to Spain! Upon arrival at Barcelona Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. In the evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers over a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy delicious Catalan cuisine and fine wine as you begin your Spanish adventure. We recommend booking flights that arrive by 5:00 PM to enjoy the evening in full. Overnight in Barcelona.
Hotel: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza (3 Star Rating)
The Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel is a complete business and leisure hotel close to Fira de Barcelona specially designed for all type of events and to guarantee our guests' rest.
The Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel, equipped with swimming pool and panoramic terrace, gym, private parking and 13 meeting rooms, combines service and price in a privileged location.
Choose your room with free wifi in Barcelona and discover the advantages of a 4-star hotel in Plaza de Espana square booking on the official website of the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel.
Meal(s): Dinner
Day 2: Exploring Barcelona with a Guided Tour
After breakfast, set out for a guided city tour of Barcelona. Drive along elegant avenues lined with the modernist architecture of Gaudí, see iconic landmarks like La Pedrera and Casa Batlló, then head to Montjuïc Park for panoramic views of the city and harbor. See the Olympic Ring, the Columbus Monument, and the Olympic Port. Visit the breathtaking Sagrada Familia (entrance included), Barcelona's most iconic structure. Later, head to Port Vell for a catamaran cruise along the Mediterranean. Enjoy a welcome drink, local tapas, and music while relaxing in the sea breeze. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring this vibrant city at your own pace. Overnight in Barcelona.
Hotel: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza (3 Star Rating)
The Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel is a complete business and leisure hotel close to Fira de Barcelona specially designed for all type of events and to guarantee our guests' rest.
The Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel, equipped with swimming pool and panoramic terrace, gym, private parking and 13 meeting rooms, combines service and price in a privileged location.
Choose your room with free wifi in Barcelona and discover the advantages of a 4-star hotel in Plaza de Espana square booking on the official website of the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 3: Barcelona to Bilbao
After breakfast, journey inland through the scenic Ebro Valley to Zaragoza, capital of Aragón. Enjoy free time to explore the city's historic center and admire the magnificent Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, a revered pilgrimage site. Continue north to Pamplona, famous for the Running of the Bulls. Wander the cobbled streets of its old town or visit the Gothic cathedral. In the afternoon, travel through the green Basque countryside to Bilbao. On arrival, settle into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure in this dynamic northern city. Overnight in Bilbao.
Hotel: Barcelo Nervion (4 Star Rating)
Design, technology, art, nature, modernity and sustainability join forces in the eco-urban concept of the Barceló Bilbao Nervión****hotel. The hotel is situated in the heart of Bilbao, next to the Town Hall and a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim Museum, surrounded by the best areas for shopping and tasting the famous pintxos. Perfectly connected to the train station, Termibus station and the airport, it is the perfect hotel for business trips or urban tourism.
A new relaxation concept featuring fully equipped rooms under the B-Room rating. The hotel also offers a complete range of facilities and services for hosting conferences, conventions and all types of banquets and celebrations.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4: Discover Bilbao on a Guided tour
Start the day with a guided tour of Bilbao, highlighting the city's remarkable transformation and cultural renaissance. See landmarks like the Arriaga Theatre and enjoy time around the Guggenheim Museum to admire its iconic architecture. Later, travel along the coast to San Sebastián, known for its beautiful bay and elegant architecture. Enjoy a panoramic drive, including views from Mount Igueldo, and stroll along La Concha Beach. Return to Bilbao and savor a traditional pintxos dinner, sampling these small, flavorful Basque-style dishes. Overnight in Bilbao.
Hotel: Barcelo Nervion (4 Star Rating)
Design, technology, art, nature, modernity and sustainability join forces in the eco-urban concept of the Barceló Bilbao Nervión****hotel. The hotel is situated in the heart of Bilbao, next to the Town Hall and a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim Museum, surrounded by the best areas for shopping and tasting the famous pintxos. Perfectly connected to the train station, Termibus station and the airport, it is the perfect hotel for business trips or urban tourism.
A new relaxation concept featuring fully equipped rooms under the B-Room rating. The hotel also offers a complete range of facilities and services for hosting conferences, conventions and all types of banquets and celebrations.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Bilbao to Santander
Depart Bilbao and head to Castro Urdiales, a charming fishing town on the Bay of Biscay. Take time to walk its seaside promenade and admire the Gothic church and lighthouse. Continue to Santander, a coastal city with royal heritage, sandy beaches, and elegant 19th-century buildings. Explore its waterfront or relax at one of the seaside cafés. Overnight in Santander.
Hotel: Hotel Santemar (4 Star Rating)
Santemar is an elegant hotel located 150 metres from the Sardinero beach and the Casino of Santander. Ideal for both holidays and business trips.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6: Santander to Oviedo
This morning, travel to Santillana del Mar, one of Spain's most beautiful medieval villages. Stroll its cobbled lanes and visit the Romanesque Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana. Continue to Covadonga, where you will have free time to see the Sanctuary and the Grotto and the patroness of Asturias our Lady of Covadonga. In the afternoon, departure to Oviedo, where you will see on a series of hills the beauty of Saint Maria de Naranco Church, Jewel of the pre Romanic Asturian architecture. Free time to explore Oviedo, many of its streets are pedestrian, where you will be able to see World Heritage sites like The Cathedral, a splendid example of gothic Asturian architecture. Join your fellow travelers to dine at a traditional cider house. Overnight in Oviedo.
Hotel: Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco (4 Star Rating)
The Silken Monumental Naranco finds its strengths in its services and location as it is one of the few hotels in Oviedo with a swimming pool and is located in the extension area of the city, at the end of Paseo de la Losa de Renfe, a 10-minute walk from the old town. Here, our guests find a large area fitted with all mod cons to help them experience the capital of Asturias in the best possible way whether their visit is for business or leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Oviedo to Santiago De Compostela
Travel west into Galicia, stopping in Mondoñedo to admire its 13th-century cathedral and sample its renowned almond cake. Then, visit Lugo to see its remarkably preserved Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue through Galicia's rolling hills and verdant landscapes to Santiago de Compostela, the final destination of the Camino de Santiago and a symbol of spiritual pilgrimage. Overnight in Santiago de Compostela.
Hotel: Hotel Exe Peregrino (4 Star Rating)
Set in the quiet neighbourhood of Santa Marta in the Galician capital, the Exe Peregrino is a hotel located a short distance from the centre of Santiago, in the middle of the Portuguese Way, where you will find the rest you need.
This cosy hotel features bright rooms decorated with warm wood furnishings to invite guests to relax and switch off. In addition, the Exe Peregrino has large gardens on three levels, a panoramic terrace offering spectacular views and an outdoor pool, all designed to give you the rest you’re looking for. Guests can also enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, exercise in the fitness studio and sample the best cuisine in our restaurant.
Park your vehicle conveniently in our hotel and discover a city steeped in history and culture as the Exe Peregrino is a 15-minute walk from Santiago de Compostela’s old town. The hotel is also very close to the city’s Intermodal Station.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8: Venture into Santiago De Compostela
Join a guided city tour of Santiago, featuring the grand Cathedral of Santiago (ticket included), believed to house the remains of St. James the Apostle. Explore the historic center, including Plaza del Obradoiro and winding medieval lanes. The afternoon is free for personal discovery to visit local markets, museums, or enjoy a quiet moment in a traditional Galician café. Overnight in Santiago de Compostela.
Hotel: Hotel Exe Peregrino (4 Star Rating)
Set in the quiet neighbourhood of Santa Marta in the Galician capital, the Exe Peregrino is a hotel located a short distance from the centre of Santiago, in the middle of the Portuguese Way, where you will find the rest you need.
This cosy hotel features bright rooms decorated with warm wood furnishings to invite guests to relax and switch off. In addition, the Exe Peregrino has large gardens on three levels, a panoramic terrace offering spectacular views and an outdoor pool, all designed to give you the rest you’re looking for. Guests can also enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, exercise in the fitness studio and sample the best cuisine in our restaurant.
Park your vehicle conveniently in our hotel and discover a city steeped in history and culture as the Exe Peregrino is a 15-minute walk from Santiago de Compostela’s old town. The hotel is also very close to the city’s Intermodal Station.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9: Santiago De Compostela to Madrid
After breakfast, transfer to the station and board a high-speed train to Madrid, traversing the country's diverse interior landscapes. Upon arrival in the Spanish capital, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to begin exploring Madrid's grand boulevards, plazas, and vibrant neighborhoods. Overnight in Madrid.
Hotel: The Westin Madrid Cuzco (4 Star Rating)
This elegant city aparthotel boasts a strategic setting in the business centre of Madrid just 500 metres from the congress palace. The hotel offers an unrivalled location for the convenience of business and leisure travellers visiting the city. Guests will find a seemingly boundless array of shops, entertainment venues and restaurants in close proximity to the hotel, as well as a myriad of cultural and historical attractions. The nearest ski resort lies just 60 kms away. Guests will find themselves surrounded by sophisticated elegance with every turn of the head. The beautifully-appointed apartments offer space, light and luxurious surroundings in which to work, or relax in comfort. The functional space ensures an environment which is fully conducive to work. Guests can enjoy an array of first-class facilities.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 10: Depart from Madrid
After breakfast, transfer to Madrid Airport for your return flight. Depart Spain with unforgettable memories of its landscapes, culture, cuisine, and people.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Fine dining, on-site bars or lounges and room service with extended hours are characteristic of deluxe establishments. Guest services usually include valet parking, concierge services, baggage assistance and laundry services. Other on-site facilities often include shops and boutiques, full service spas, full fitness facilities with pools and tennis courts. Business amenities may include available up-to-date technology and support staffs available for services. Attention to detail is apparent in the guestrooms which typically have stylish furnishings, quality bedding and bath products and often provide an evening turn down service.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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