Spain: Madrid, Seville & Barcelona's Sagrada Família - 10 Days

Touch down in Madrid for ten days of discovery and cultural immersion. Meet your CEO for an included transfer by coach and to your hotel in the city. Prepare for a trip of a lifetime through iconic Spanish cities, rolling countryside to seaside Barcelona. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group and CEO later this afternoon. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation walk and dinner with your CEO.

Embark on a food tour passing by iconic sites through the Old Town, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor. Enjoy five curated tasting stops that double as a satisfying lunch, with the final stop conveniently located near your hotel. Afterwards, you have free time to explore more of the town on your own. Set out from your hotel on foot to explore Madrid from a culinary point of view on an included walking foodie tour. Return to your hotel after the included lunch to enjoy a free afternoon and evening.

Catch a morning high-speed train from Madrid to Sevilla. Upon arrival, stroll to a local bistro for a classic lunch. Afterward, join a local guide for an enchanting walking tour through Sevilla's historic streets, passing the majestic cathedral and Giralda Tower. The absolute pinnacle of your day is a tour of the Alcazar, where your guide will bring to life stories of magnificent Mudéjar palaces and lush, legendary gardens—a breathtaking example of the seamless fusion between Christian and Islamic artistic styles. A private transfer takes you to the train station for your trip to Sevilla. In Seville, transfer by private coach to drop your bags at your hotel before enjoying an included lunch. Walk through town to the Moorish style Alcazar for a locally guided tour. Afterwards, explore more on your own or join your CEO for the short walk back to the hotel for a free evening.

Today is all about you. Opt to board a guided river Cruise through Sevilla or join a bike tour along the waterfront and through the old town. After a free afternoon, join your CEO for the walk to your dinner and Flamenco show in the heart of the city. Flamenco is not just a performance in Sevilla; it is the living heartbeat of the city’s identity, a profound blend of cultures—including Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and native Andalusian peoples that for generations served as a raw, passionate outlet for marginalised communities to express their struggles, joys, and history. Today, Sevilla remains the spiritual capital of flamenco. Today a choice of included tours is just a stroll away from your hotel. Choose either a boat or bike to immerse yourself in the heart of Sevilla. After free time for lunch on your own, the evening brings a true cultural highlight as you taste local specialties and sit in awe of the raw art of flamenco.

Savor Spain’s culinary and cultural essence. Experience a world-class organic olive oil farm tasting and a zero-kilometer vineyard lunch. Afterward, journey to Granada a historic city in southern Spain's Andalusia region, globally renowned for its breathtaking medieval Islamic architecture, most notably the sprawling Alhambra palace fortress. You have time in the afternoon to explore its spectacular heritage and historic architecture at your own pace or via an optional CEO led orientation walk. A private transfer brings you to the heart of Andalusia for an in-depth introduction to how traditional heritage and modern methods mix with biodynamic techniques. Next board your private coach for the drive to Granada. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening.

Granada is a city where Islamic history and Spanish culture blend beautifully. The highlight of the day is a guided exploration of the Alhambra’s breathtaking Moorish palaces, towers, and gardens. Use the remainder of your day to dive into Granada’s historic soul: wander the steep, whitewashed alleys of the Albaicín quarter, and relax in a traditional Arabic hammam or a stop by a cozy tea house for Moroccan pastries and mint tea. Join your CEO on an optional walk as they make suggestions on things to see and do in town. A private transfer brings you to the Alhambra where you will have an in-depth tour of this imposing structure. Afterwards, a private transfer brings you to the city center where you have free time for lunch and an evening on your own or perhaps join your CEO on optional walks and for an optional dinner in town.

Today you are formerly introduced to Spanish wine and its importance to the region. The sun-drenched hills around Jumilla, hold a unique chapter in the viticultural of the country. The region has undergone a massive quality revolution over the last few decades and is the spiritual home of the Monastrell (Mourvèdre) grape an award winning variety. Enjoy a tasting of this local wine and a family style lunch. Continue to Valencia, a vibrant coastal metropolis and your home for the next two nights. Today private transfers by coach take you from Granada to Valencia. Make a stop at the foot of Sierra del Carche to visit a family-run winery for lunch before continuing on to your hotel in town. Join your CEO for an optional walk and dinner tonight.

This morning join your CEO for a walk to discover the area around your hotel. Later, explore the Ruzafa district —a vibrant, bohemian area that adds energy to your experience. Once a historic independent village, it has transformed into Valencia’s most artistic and eclectic neighbourhoods, where old-world Spanish charm meets modern creative flair. Experience local culture as you stroll through the market gathering fresh ingredients and discovering Valencian traditions, before heading to the kitchen to try your hand at Spanish cooking. Today you explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Valencia on foot with your CEO and a host of expert guides. Explore local markets, learn to select the perfect ingredients for iconic local dishes. After a foodie style lunch, walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon and evening. Your CEO will offer suggestions for sights and dinner tonight.

Relax on a scenic train journey to Barcelona before stepping into the breathtaking, forest-like stone canopy of Gaudí’s iconic Sagrada Família with an expert guide. Conclude your day at Espai Mescladis, where you enjoy traditional tapas alongside migrant trainees in a soulful restaurant scene that blends culture and social connection. This community focused farewell dinner concludes your experience in Spain. After a private transfer from your hotel board the high-speed train from Valencia to Barcelona. Drop your luggage at the hotel before embarking on a guided visit to the world-famous Sagrada Familia. Return to your hotel for check-in and free time to explore on your own.

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Spain will live on. Depart at any time.