Travel to Spain and beyond!

Itinerary

• Day 1: Barcelona, Spain

  Bienvenidos to the city of art nouveau, alluring accents and (most importantly) tapas. Meet and greet your fellow travellers before getting your bearings on a guided tour of bustling Barça, ticking off the likes of the Sagrada Família, the Columbus Monument and Las Ramblas. Then: fuel up for the notorious nightlife with a feast of local cuisine.
  
  Included today:
  -Driving tour of Barcelona
  
  Meals:
  -Dinner

• Day 2: Barcelona to Valencia

  You’ve got a whole morning to spend in Barcelona, so jump at the chance to catch up on anything you might have missed yesterday. Later, we’ll head to Valencia – with a pit stop at the Cava caves along the way. Lose yourself down the dark, narrow tunnels and spiralling staircases of these mazy structures.
  
  Included today:
  -Walking tour of Valencia
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner
  
  Optional activities:
  -Explore the Cava caves

• Day 3: Valencia

  We’ve cleared your schedule so you can spend a whole day exploring the birthplace of paella (and obviously dig into copious amounts of the local dish). Check out the Old Quarter for some serious throwback charm or just, you know, hit the beach. We won’t judge. Later, there’s an optional pub crawl to get involved in, so brace your beer-swilling arm.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  
  Optional activities:
  - Pub crawl

• Day 4: Valencia to Granada

  Wake up to a scenic drive to Granada, the last Moorish city in Spain to fall to the Christians. Ready to discover why this is the hottest destination in Andalusia?
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast

• Day 5: Granada

  First things first: take in the impressive Moorish architecture in the Albaycín district, which is set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Cue an endless stream of Instagram-worthy pics! Treat yourself to some local cuisine for dinner. Tip: most places serve free tapas with your beverage. Win!
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast

• Day 6: Granada to Asilah, Morocco

  Next up: the whitewashed wonder that is the seaside town of Asilah. This place oozes Greek island village vibes, and will no doubt impress with its burgeoning art scene and drool-worthy selection of tapas restaurants.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 7: Asilah to Fes

  Today you'll discover why the oldest and largest medieval city in the world is better known for its food. Work up an appetite on our drive through the Moroccan landscape – we're going local for dinner again tonight. In other words: tagine.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 8: Fes

  Tick off the Royal Palace, the Jewish neighbourhood, the UNESCO-listed medina and a leather tannery on a walking tour with a local guide. Then hunt down a hammam and lose yourself in a labyrinth of souks and cobblestone streets. Bring your bargaining pants and embrace the centuries-old tradition of paying what you want for things, not what you're told they cost. Afterwards, relax with some mint tea and congratulate yourself on your haggling prowess.
  
  Included today:
  -Guided tour of Fes
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast

• Day 9: Fes

  Spend the day checking out the Roman ruins of Volubilis, once the ruling centre of the Roman province of Mauritania. The ancient site dates back to 40 AD, which explains why the ville nouvelle, or 'new city' neighborhood of Fes bears its name – despite being 700 years old. Also on today’s agenda: a visit to the World Heritage-listed city of Meknes.
  
  Included today:
  -Guided tour of Volubilis
  -Visit the historic city of Meknes
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast

• Day 10: Fes to Seville, Spain

  Leave the tagines for paella – we’re off to Seville! Seville was founded 3,000 years ago by Hercules, and Sevillanos are extremely proud of their city. Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Kingdom of Heaven and season five of Games of Thrones were all filmed or partly filmed here. When you look as good as Seville it's hard not to show off.
  
  Included today:
  -Walking tour of Seville
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 11: Seville

  What will you do on your free day in Seville? Our suggestion: visit the Real Alcázar. This palace is the most stunning example of Mudéjar architecture found on the Iberian Peninsula. If you’ve got time, you could also take a wander around the Plaza de España and the Cathedral of Seville. Your date tonight: an optional hot and spicy flamenco show.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  
  Optional activities:
  -Flamenco show

• Day 12: Seville to Lisbon, Portugal

  Flirt with Spain's girl next door and discover why Lisbon is basically the San Francisco of Europe. Find (or lose) your bearings on a guided tour of the undulating capital and let the Jeronimos Monastery and the World Heritage-listed Belem Tower feed your daily dose of history. A local meal will sustain a night of dancing in Bairro Alto. Oi!
  
  Included today:
  -Driving tour of Lisbon
  -Walking tour of Lisbon
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 13: Lisbon

  Time to get friendly with Portugal’s capital city on foot. Check out the medieval maze that is Alfama, the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon, or venture up to São Jorge Castle for epic views and a history lesson on Moorish culture. Afterwards, wind down in the Botanical Gardens. Did you know that this place was built by a Portuguese king who wanted one of every type of plant in the world? You do now! Sprawl out, have a picnic and get in touch with nature.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast

• Day 14: Lisbon to Porto

  If you think Porto has something to do with port wine, you're right. There’s just enough time for a quick stop in Sintra to visit the Palácio Nacional da Pena and Vila Nova de Gaia, then we’ll hit the cellars! Cue raised pinkies and pretentious dialogue.
  
  Included today:
  -Visit Sintra
  -Port tasting at a winery in Porto
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 15: Porto

  First today, we’ll take a look round Ribeira, Porto’s famous old town, on a guided walking tour. Medieval streets, quirky alleyways and hand-painted azulejos culminate in a stunning port, complete with traditional fishing boats. UNESCO rates it and so should you. Then: rest your legs on an optional cruise down the Douro river.
  
  Included today:
  -Walking tour of Porto
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  
  Optional activities:
  -Boat cruise down the Douro River

• Day 16: Porto to Madrid, Spain

  Today it’s up and onwards to the old haunts of Picasso, Dalí, Miró and a whole bunch of other enviably creative artists from the ritzy 1920s. Get acquainted with the city on a driving tour, then gather with the crew for a tasty included dinner this evening.
  
  Included today:
  -Driving tour of Madrid
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 17: Madrid

  Another day to roam free! Check out the Royal Palace, home to one of Europe's oldest monarchies, then stroll through the expansive Plaza Mayor, get your art fix at the Prado Museum and make like a local at one of the buzzing bistros in Malasaña – an über trendy neighbourhood with a unique character and a provocative past. If all else fails, there’s always an optional food tour to get on board with. Elasticated clothing recommended.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  
  Optional activities:
  -Food tour of Madrid

• Day 18: Madrid to San Sebastián

  Next: San Sebastián. On the way, we’ll swing by the Valley of the Fallen memorial and the city of Segovia – another World Heritage-listed gem. Let’s just say dinner will be well deserved, you history buffs, you.
  
  Included today:
  -Visit the Valley of the Fallen
  -Walking tour of Segovia
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 19: San Sebastián

  Wake up! Who needs the snooze button when you’re in the surfing paradise that is San Sebastián? Opt in to spend some time catching waves, or simply soak up the sun. Either way, you'll discover exactly why this Basque hotspot is known for its beaches – and, of course, it's infectious tapas culture. Pintxos, bite size snacks served on sticks (think olives, but bigger mouthfuls) are all the rage in this region. Head to Parte Vieja to eat yourself silly at the city's most popular pintxo bars.
  
  Included today:
  -Walking tour of San Sebastián
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  
  Optional activities:
  -Surfing lesson

• Day 20: San Sebastián to Barcelona

  Our first stop today is Zaragoza – then it's back to Barcelona for a final sangria. What better way to toast the end of another adventure? Salud!
  
  Included today:
  -Visit Zaragoza
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast
  -Dinner

• Day 21: Barcelona

  Should you stay or should you go? Your call, but we're outta here after breakfast.
  
  Meals:
  -Breakfast