Madrid, Barcelona & The Basque Country
Discover Spanish art, architecture and history.
The Prado in Madrid is one of the world’s best museums; the architecture of Gaudí makes Barcelona an open-air gallery; the Guggenheim in Bilbao has a renowned collection. Along the way, experience the unique regional traditions, from Segovia’s Old Town to the streets of Pamplona, famous for its annual running of the bulls.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Visit the Prado Museum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Madrid flamenco evening
Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Feel the beat as you experience a fiery taste of the soul of Spain. A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 4: Madrid
Explore Madrid on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 5: Madrid • Segovia • Burgos
Travel via Segovia to Burgos
Take a guided tour of Segovia
Visit the Alcázar of Segovia
Take a guided tour of Burgos
Visit the Burgos Cathedral
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Day 6: Burgos • Basque Coast
Travel to Bilbao
Take a guided tour of Bilbao
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Old Quarter
- Bilbao Cathedral
Visit the Guggenheim Museum -
Day 7: Basque Coast
Travel to San Sebastián
Take a guided tour of San Sebastián
Enjoy a tasty pintxos-style lunch in San Sebastián
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Day 8: Basque Coast • Pamplona • Barcelona
Travel via Pamplona to Barcelona
Take a tour of Pamplona
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Day 9: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Barcelona • Costa Brava
Travel to the Costa Brava
Visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum
Tour the Salvador Dalí Museum with an expert local guide
Explore the Costa Brava on your own
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Day 11: Barcelona
Visit La Sagrada Família
Tour La Sagrada Família with an expert local guide
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Visit the Prado Museum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Madrid flamenco evening
Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Feel the beat as you experience a fiery taste of the soul of Spain. A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 4: Madrid
Explore Madrid on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 5: Madrid • Segovia • Burgos
Travel via Segovia to Burgos
Take a guided tour of Segovia
Visit the Alcázar of Segovia
Take a guided tour of Burgos
Visit the Burgos Cathedral
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Day 6: Burgos • Basque Coast
Travel to Bilbao
Take a guided tour of Bilbao
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Old Quarter
- Bilbao Cathedral
Visit the Guggenheim Museum -
Day 7: Basque Coast
Travel to San Sebastián
Take a guided tour of San Sebastián
Enjoy a tasty pintxos-style lunch in San Sebastián
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Day 8: Basque Coast • Pamplona • Barcelona
Travel via Pamplona to Barcelona
Take a tour of Pamplona
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Day 9: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Barcelona • Costa Brava
Travel to the Costa Brava
Visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum
Tour the Salvador Dalí Museum with an expert local guide
Explore the Costa Brava on your own
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Day 11: Barcelona
Visit La Sagrada Família
Tour La Sagrada Família with an expert local guide
Explore Barcelona on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
6 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours
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Entrances
Prado; Royal Palace; Segovia Alcázar; Burgos Cathedral; Guggenheim Museum; Monte Igueldo; Park Güell; With extension: Salvador Dalí Museum; La Sagrada Familia
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
