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Northern Treasures of Spain
Spain in 10 Days, 8 Nights in Destination
Rachel
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From the elegance of Madrid to the soul of the Basque Country, the charm of Asturias, and the spirit of Galicia—embrace Northern Spain’s beaches, mountains, and timeless traditions.
Trip Highlights
- Biarritz
- Bilbao
- Covadonga
- Madrid
- Oviedo
- Playa de la Concha
- San Sebastian
- Santander
- Santiago de Compostela
- Zaragoza
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until March 2027
Available Group tours
Solo travelers available
Add up to 3 nights to your stay
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Itinerary
Begin in Madrid with its historic squares and vibrant avenues. Continue to Zaragoza and San Sebastián’s stunning bay. Visit Bilbao’s city center, Castro Urdiales, and Santander’s elegant coastline. Explore Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, and Oviedo’s UNESCO treasures. Discover Mondoñedo, Lugo’s Roman walls, and Santiago de Compostela’s iconic Cathedral.
1st Day: Canada - Night on board
Ready to explore the historic cities and vibrant culture of Spain? Arrive at your Canadian departure airport, ready for a flight* to Madrid. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Madrid
Upon arrival in Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure—relax or begin exploring the city. Overnight stay in Madrid.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
NH Madrid Ribera del Manz... or similar
1906 Reviews
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3rd Day: Madrid
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. This morning, embark on a panoramic city tour that traces Madrid’s fascinating history. Admire its Renaissance and Baroque architecture at iconic sites such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. Discover landmarks like the Royal Palace, the Cibeles and Neptune Fountains, and the Puerta de Alcalá. Marvel at 19th-century treasures including the elegant Plaza de Oriente.
Finally, experience contemporary Madrid as you travel along bustling avenues like Gran Vía and Paseo de la Castellana, explore the stylish Salamanca district, and pass through Parque del Oeste, the city’s modern business and commercial hubs, and the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The afternoon is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace. Overnight stay in Madrid.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
NH Madrid Ribera del Manz... or similar
1906 Reviews
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Activities
Panoramic city tour of Madrid
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4th Day: Madrid - Zaragoza - San Sebastián
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, leave Madrid and head to Zaragoza. Upon arrival, take some free time to visit the magnificent Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, the patroness of Hispanity, and stroll through the charming historic streets of the city. In the afternoon, continue to San Sebastián, one of Spain’s most renowned tourist destinations and home to the prestigious International Film Festival. Overnight stay in San Sebastián.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Palacio De Aiete or similar
743 Reviews
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5th Day: San Sebastián
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a panoramic tour of this elegant and refined city, one of the most beautiful in Spain, renowned for its stunning bay and the iconic La Concha Beach. Ascend Mount Igueldo for breathtaking views of the city and coastline. The rest of the day is yours to relax and explore at your own pace. In the afternoon, take advantage of an optional excursion to the charming French villages of Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz*. Overnight stay in San Sebastián.
* Visit to Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz: Journey into France to visit elegant Biarritz, famed for its beaches, royal charm, and stunning coastline, and explore Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a picturesque fishing town with colorful façades and a lively promenade.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Palacio De Aiete or similar
743 Reviews
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Activities
San Sebastián City Tour
Light
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Visit to Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Light
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6th Day: San Sebastián - Bilbao - Santander
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Bilbao and enjoy free time on the esplanade of the iconic Guggenheim Museum to admire its striking contemporary architecture. Continue to Castro Urdiales, a charming fishing village, for some leisure time. Next, head to Santander, a picturesque port city set between the sea and the mountains, known for its beautiful beaches, including the famous El Sardinero.
Upon arrival, take a guided tour with a local expert to fully explore this stunning city. Overnight stay in Santander.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Santemar or similar
2032 Reviews
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Activities
Santander City Tour
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7th Day: Santander - Santillana del Mar - Covadonga - Oviedo
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Santillana del Mar, one of Spain’s most historically and artistically significant towns, home to architectural treasures such as the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, a Romanesque masterpiece and Cantabria’s most prized jewel.
Continue to Covadonga, where you’ll have free time to visit the Sanctuary and the grotto that houses the revered image of the Virgin. In the afternoon, proceed to Oviedo, a city renowned for its charming pedestrian streets. Its monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with the stunning Gothic Cathedral as a highlight. Overnight stay in Oviedo.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Sercotel Ciudad De Oviedo... or similar
254 Reviews
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8th Day: Oviedo - Mondoñedo - Santiago de Compostela
Breakfast at the hotel and departure toward the beautiful Galician region. En route to Lugo, stop in Mondoñedo for free time to visit its impressive 12th-century cathedral and taste the famous “Mondoñedo cake".
Continue to Lugo and enjoy some leisure time to admire its remarkable Roman heritage, including its ancient walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best-preserved Roman walls in the world.
Proceed to Santiago de Compostela, whose historic center is also a World Heritage Site and one of Spain’s most important cultural landmarks—a major Christian pilgrimage destination and the final stop of the legendary Camino de Santiago. Overnight stay in Santiago de Compostela.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Santiago Plaza Affi... or similar
946 Reviews
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9th Day: Santiago de Compostela - Madrid
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a guided city tour of Santiago, including the iconic Plaza del Obradoiro and its magnificent Cathedral (entrance included), dedicated to the Apostle Saint James the Greater.
After the tour, enjoy free time until your scheduled transfer to the train station to board the Santiago–Madrid train. Upon arrival in Madrid, transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Madrid.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
NH Madrid Ribera del Manz... or similar
1906 Reviews
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Activities
Santiago de Compostela City Tour
Light
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10th Day: Madrid - Canada
Breakfast at the hotel.* Sadly, it's time to bring your journey through Spain to an end. At the indicated time transfer to the airport** for your flight back to Canada. Arrive in Canada and end your trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Depending on the return flight schedule, you may arrive in Canada the next day and the total duration of the trip would be 11 days
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Categories Available:
superior
From $4,299
- Accommodation in Superior category hotels.
Accommodation: 8 Nights
Day 2 to 4
NH Madrid Ribera del Manzanares
Location
Madrid
Category
Nights
2
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection.
Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Departures from main Canadian airports.
- International flights: Canada - Madrid; Madrid - Canada.
- 8 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels*.more informationSee hotels included
- 8 breakfasts.
- All transfers
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Guided city tour in Madrid, San Sebastián, Santander and Santiago de Compostela.
- Guide/s during the excursions.
Not included
Tax*, tips, drinks and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
*City taxes are not included and the payment for the city tax is required by clients at hotels (5-6 € per person per night aprox).
*Hotel ratings in Spain are not governed by the same standards as those in other countries, so please keep this in mind when selecting your desired accommodation category.
Important notes:
In Madrid you will not be accompanied by a guide.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
If you visit during a religious or an official event or during a national holiday, certain attractions may be closed. We will do our best to offer an alternative visit but this cannot be guaranteed, and in this case tickets will be refunded.
This is a fast-paced itinerary that includes a comprehensive number of sights and activities in order to give you the most complete experience from the North to the South of Spain! You can expect several early morning departures and many driving miles during some days.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of 3 months validity required.
Visa
Visa not required for stays of up to 90 days.
Currency
Euro
Language
Spanish
Electricity
Type C & F 230V 50Hz
Health
No vaccines required.
Time zone
UTC + 1
Other useful information
Cars drive on the right-hand side of the road in Spain.
Tourist Office website
https://www.spain.info/en/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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