12 Day Andalucia, Mediterranean Coast & Green Spain from Madrid (C-6122)

About this experience

Experience the best of Spain on this extraordinary 12-day journey from Madrid through Andalusia, the Mediterranean coast, and the northern regions. Begin in Mérida, exploring its impressive Roman heritage before heading to vibrant Seville, where Andalusian charm unfolds through magnificent landmarks and optional flamenco evenings. Continue to Córdoba to admire its stunning Mosque-Cathedral and stroll through the ancient Jewish Quarter. Travel along the scenic Route of the White Villages to Ronda and the sun-kissed Costa del Sol, then onward to Granada to visit the world-renowned Alhambra and its tranquil Generalife gardens. Cross the Mediterranean coast to Valencia, famed for its innovative architecture and lively atmosphere, before arriving in cosmopolitan Barcelona with its historic Gothic Quarter and panoramic Montjuïc Hill. The northern chapter of your adventure leads you through Zaragoza, Pamplona, and San Sebastián, blending monumental history with sea views and Basque culture. Discover Bilbao’s avant-garde Guggenheim Museum and the elegant beaches of Santander, then journey through medieval Santillana del Mar and mystical Covadonga before concluding in Oviedo and returning to Madrid, enriched by centuries of art, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.

Experience type

Multi day tour

Duration

12 days

Booking in advance

Book at least 1 weeks in advance. Before the tour starts.

Live tour guide

Spanish, English

Categories

Arts and culture · Bus or minivan tour · Bus tour · Multiday

What's included

• Accommodation and daily buffet breakfast. • 7 dinners. • Transportation by air conditioned coach. • Multi-lingual tour escort. • Sightseeing tour with local guide in Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada and Barcelona. • Tickets: Mosque in Cordoba and Alhambra in Granada*. • Travel Insurance. • Municipal Taxes in Barcelona. Selected Hotels or similar Sevilla: Eurostars Al-Ándalus Palace F Cordoba: Exe Ciudad de Córdoba F / Crisol Jardines de Córdoba F / Exe Las Adelfas F Costa del Sol: Sol Príncipe (Torremolinos) F / Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo F / Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro F Granada: Saray F Valencia: Eurostars Acteon F Barcelona: Catalonia Barcelona 505 F / Alexandre Front Air Congress (Sant Boi de Llobregat) F / Gran Hotel Verdi (Sabadell) F / Catalonia Sabadell (Sabadell) F Pamplona: NH Pamplona Iruña Park F Santander: Santemar F Oviedo: Iberik Santo Sunday Plaza F Note: - On the 4 July departure, overnight accommodations will be in a city near Pamplona

Please note

• A minimum of 12 passengers is required to operate the tour. In exceptional circumstances, if the number of registered passengers should fall below the required minimum and in order to maintain our commitment to guaranteed departures, the tour may proceed without a guide, accompanied instead by an expert driver/guide. • Not wheelchair accessible • Animals or Pets NOT allowed • Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1

   (Saturday) MADRID - MERIDA - SEVILLA (540 km)

   Departure from our terminal at 07:30 a.m. towards Extremadura to arrive in Mérida, with free time to explore its extraordinary archaeological complex, featuring the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, both declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lunch at leisure. We then continue along the “Autovía de la Plata” (Silver Route) towards Andalucia, arriving in Sevilla. Dinner and accommodations.

2. 2
   Day 2

   (Sunday) SEVILLA

   Breakfast. Morning city sightseeing tour, including María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the exterior of the city’s stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and the typical neighborhood of Santa Cruz with its streets, squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit to the Maestranza bullring. Lunch at your own. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show. Accommodations.

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   Day 3

   (Monday) SEVILLA - CORDOBA (145 km)

   Breakfast. Departure to Cordoba, at our arrival we start our walking tour starting at Almodovar Gate through the Jewish Quarter and continue for visiting the famous Mosque/Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and accommodations.

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   Day 4

   (Tuesday) CORDOBA - RONDA - COSTA DEL SOL (322 km)

   Breakfast. Then departure to the Route of the White Villages and Ronda. Free time. Continuation to Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations.

5. 5
   Day 5

   (Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL- GRANADA* (180 km)

   Breakfast. Departure to Granada. Visit to the spectacular group of monuments of the Alhambra and Generalife, former residence of the Moorish kings, with its magnificent fountains, gardens and arches. Dinner and accommodations. * If in any case, The Patronato of the Alhambra and Generalife were not granted tickets for certain dates for the participants of the Visit, a tour of the city of Granada will be provided instead: Visit to the Palace of Carlos V, the Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa María de la Alhambra, Royal Chapel and a walk through the city Alcaiceria (silk market) and the Cathedral Square.

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   Day 6

   (Thursday) GRANADA - VALENCIA (498 km)

   Breakfast. Departure via Guadix, Baza and Puerto Lumbreras towards the Mediterranean coast and Valencia. Accommodations

7. 7
   Day 7

   (Friday) VALENCIA - BARCELONA (355 km)

   Breakfast. Free time. At mid morning departure to Barcelona. Arrival and accommodations. Time at leisure. (For logistical reasons, there is a possibility of conducting the visit to Barcelona upon arrival in the afternoon).

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   Day 8

   (Saturday) BARCELONA

   Breakfast and accommodations. Morning city sightseeing tour visiting the Park of Montjuic with spectacular views, Olympic Ring, monument to Columbus and the old Gothic Quarter. Afternoon at leisure.

9. 9
   Day 9

   (Sunday) BARCELONA - ZARAGOZA - PAMPLONA (490 km)

   Breakfast and departure towards Zaragoza. Brief stop and free time to visit the Basilica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Patroness of the Hispanic world. We then continue to Pamplona, a city known for the San Fermín festivities and its charming old town. Dinner and accommodations Note: - On the 4 July departure, overnight accommodations will be in a city near Pamplona

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    Day 10

    (Monday) PAMPLONA - SAN SEBASTIAN - BILBAO - SANTANDER (290 km)

    Breakfast. Departure towards San Sebastian, one of the most elegant cities in northern Spain. Free time to stroll along La Concha Bay or enjoy the old town. We then continue to Bilbao, capital of the province of Biscay, with a brief stop to admire the avant-garde Guggenheim Museum building. The Journey then continues on to Santander. Dinner and accommodations.

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    Day 11

    (Tuesday) SANTANDER - SANTILLANA - COVADONGA - OVIEDO (230 km)

    Breakfast. Departure to Santillana del Mar, recognized as a National Monument. The journey continues through beautiful landscapes to reach Covadonga, where we will have free time to visit the Sanctuary. Arrival in Oviedo. Dinner and accommodations.

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    Day 12

    (Wednesday) OVIEDO - SALAMANCA - MADRID (530 km)

    Breakfast. Departure towards Salamanca. Brief stop and free time to explore the historic centre and its famous Baroque-style Plaza Mayor. We then continue to Madrid. Arrival and end of our services.

Meeting point

VPT Tours & Activities Calle de Ferraz 3, 28008, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, ES

Pick up

Pickup is not provided.

Cancellation policy · Twin room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Cancellation policy · Single Room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Good to know

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