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Best of Northern Spain Classic Group Tour | 1 Week

Best of Northern Spain Classic Group Tour | 1 Week, a rail journey with Euroventure

Discover the hidden gems of Northern Spain on this classic tour from Madrid to Galicia, travelling by train and staying in boutique hotels.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Madrid

    Madrid

    Welcome to Spain! Check in to the hotel in the afternoon, followed by an introductory meeting to meet the group and your Tour Leader. In the evening, the Tour Leader takes the group on a wine and tapas walking tour of Madrid, sampling traditional tapas with beer and sangria.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Ávila

    Madrid / Ávila

    After breakfast, take a direct train to Ávila, a historic city renowned for its exceptionally well-preserved medieval walls and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore at your own pace or take an optional guided tuk-tuk tour of the city.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Segovia

    Ávila / Segovia

    Enjoy a scenic train ride to Segovia, arriving by midday. Check in to the hotel with free time for lunch, then join an optional guided tour of the Segovia Cathedral, showcasing stunning Gothic architecture.

  4. Day 4overnight: Segovia

    Segovia

    An optional hot air balloon ride offers breathtaking views of the landscapes around Segovia, including a Cava toast and picnic. Free time to explore the Roman aqueduct and Alcázar, plus an optional hop-on hop-off bus sightseeing tour in the afternoon.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Ourense

    Segovia / Ourense

    Take a direct train to Ourense in Galicia, famous for its natural hot springs. After checking in, free time for lunch before an optional walking tour of the medieval Ponte Vella bridge and Old Town.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Santiago de Compostela

    Ourense / Santiago de Compostela

    Take a direct train to Santiago de Compostela, home to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and endpoint of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Free time for lunch, followed by an optional guided tour of the Cathedral and its museum. Evening option to join a wine, liqueur and tapas tasting event with live music.

  7. Day 7overnight: Santiago de Compostela

    Santiago de Compostela

    Optional day trip to Finisterre, Muxía and the Costa da Morte, offering coastal views and a visit to Cape Finisterre. Return to Santiago in the late afternoon with a final free evening.

  8. Day 8

    Santiago de Compostela

    Final morning of the tour. Say goodbye to the group and Tour Leader over breakfast before continuing your travels, with the option to add post-tour accommodation or a bespoke Euroventure route.

Included

  • All train and coach travel between cities with all possible seat reservations
  • All accommodation in 4-star boutique hotels located in the heart of each city
  • 7 breakfasts in the hotels
  • A wine and tapas tour of Madrid to welcome the group
  • An experienced and engaging Tour Leader throughout
  • Travel Disruption Protection - alternative travel organised if there is a strike or similar disruption

Not included

  • Airport transfers
  • Lunches and dinners (only breakfast included, other than the welcome wine and tapas tour)
  • Optional activities

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