Key: IF = In Flight Meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Day 1: Saturday, May 1, 2027: Overnight Flight
We will depart on our overnight flight to Madrid, Spain. (IF)

Day 2: Sunday, May 2, 2027: Madrid
Upon our arrival in Madrid, we will clear customs and meet our guide and driver. We will begin our adventure with a panoramic bus tour of Spain’s capital and largest city. After checking into our hotel, we will stroll around Old Madrid to see other highlights such as Spain’s historic Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city and the Plaza de España where a statue of writer Miguel de Cervantes looks down on his two famous characters, Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. We will end our walk at Plaza de Cibeles, where the distinctive Banco de España and Madrid’s Town Hall are located. We will dine in our hotel this evening. (IF/D)

Day 3: Monday, May 3, 2027: Madrid
This morning a local guide will join us on a visit of the Prado Museum, Spain’s most famous art museum. We have a chance to view paintings and other artwork done by numerous Spanish artists, including Velázquez, Goya and El Greco. After some time for lunch, we will tour the spectacular Palacio Real, Europe’s third-greatest palace. Built in the 18th century and used now only for official engagements, the palace has 2,800 rooms filled with luxurious tapestries, magnificent chandeliers, mosaics, priceless porcelain and gilded works of art. The remainder of the afternoon is free for shopping or perhaps visiting Reine Sofía, a museum with a superb collection of modern art done by Picasso, Dalí, Miró and Kandinsky.  Tonight, we will enjoy a Tapas dinner.  (B/D)

Day 4: Tuesday, May 4, 2027: Toledo, Granada
Today’s first stop is in Toledo, Spain’s capital city until 1561. Our guided tour will include Toledo Cathedral, considered one of the most magnificent cathedrals in Europe. The structure features 500-year-old stained glass windows, lavish wood carvings and a sacristy with a superb collection of El Grecos and works by other famous painters. We will also stop at the Sinagoga del Tránsito, a synagogue from 1361 that today serves as Spain’s national Jewish museum. Another gem is Santo Tomé, which houses The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, one of El Greco’s masterpieces. After our tour, we will have some free time before continuing on to Granada for our overnight.  (B)

Day 5: Wednesday, May 5, 2027: Granada, Córdoba
The world-famous Alhambra, a magnificent Moorish palace and one of Europe’s top tourist sights. Designed to be a paradise on earth, the palace is filled with intricate patios, pools, arches and ceilings extravagantly decorated with geometric patterns and lacelike stucco. We will also visit the nearby Generalife Gardens that were used by the sultans as a summer palace. After the tour, there will be plenty of time to explore the grounds. Later, we will visit the Capilla Real, a mausoleum where the Spanish monarchs, Isabella and Ferdinand, are buried. We will transfer to Córdoba and enjoy a tapas dinner. (B/D) 

Day 6: Thursday, May 6, 2027: Córdoba, Seville
This morning in Córdoba, we will tour the Mezquita, the great mosque that was begun in 785 and took two centuries to complete. With around 850 columns inside, it is considered one of the best examples of Muslim architecture in the West. The structure is also unique because set inside the labyrinth of horseshoe arches and beautiful mosaics is a cathedral that was added in the 16th century. Our guide will also take us through the Jewish quarter that is lined with towering walls, narrow streets and buildings with ornate wrought ironwork. Afterwards, there will be time to enjoy lunch and explore the cobbled alleyways before our short drive to Sevilla. This evening we will experience a traditional Flamenco program with guitar playing, singing and dancing. We will have 2 nights in Seville. (B/D)

Day 7: Friday, May 7, 2027: Seville
After strolling through María Luisa Park, we will visit the nearby Plaza de España and other pavilions built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exhibition. The city also boasts the Alcázar, the oldest royal palace in Europe that’s still in use. The highlight of the tour will be the Sevilla Cathedral, the third-largest church in Europe and the largest Gothic church anywhere. The immense cathedral took over a century to build and is the burial site for Christopher Columbus. The rest of the afternoon will be free to explore the Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter that is filled with narrow lanes, cafés and small shops. (B)

Day 8: Saturday, May 8, 2027: Ronda Valley, Costa del Sol Coast
We will travel through the breathtaking Ronda Valley, where rolling hills and dramatic gorges give way to the charm of Andalusia’s famous white pueblos. We will stop and visit some of the villages along the way, as well as the Real Colegiata de Santa Maria la Mayor. We’ll then have time to relax and enjoy the stunning beaches of the Andalucia region on the Costa del Sol. This region is famous for its year-round sunny weather and sandy beaches. There is a rich history, with early settlements by the Phoenicians, Romans, and Moors. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B) 

Day 9: Sunday, May 9, 2027: Rock of Gibraltar, Costa del Sol
Today’s optional day trip is the Rock of Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula, just 14 miles away from Morocco across the Straits of Gibraltar. In 1462, Castilian forces, led by Alonso de Arcos captured the Rock and ended Moorish rule. The Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned was bult on the site of a former mosque. We will visit the Upper Rock Nature Reserve to see the wild Barbary wild monkeys and the impressive St. Michael’s Cave. The brave among us can walk across the Windsor Suspension Bridge and glass skywalk, for breathtaking views. We will also visit the Moorish Castle, before returning to our beach-side hotel. (B)  Excursion cost, based on 10, $275 per person.

Day 10: Monday, May 10, 2027: Return
Those departing today will transfer to Malaga Airport for their flights home. 

Day 10: Malaga, Barcelona
This morning we will take a short flight to Barcelona. Our first stop will be at Montjuïc, site of the 1992 Summer Olympics, which affords a wonderful view of the city and its harbor. (B) 

Day 11: Tuesday, May 11, 2027: Barcelona
Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and Spain’s second-largest city. Antonio Gaudí is Barcelona’s most renowned architect and we will tour his unfinished masterpiece: Sagrada Família (Holy Family Church). Begun in 1883, the project is still under construction. Afterwards, we will stroll through Parc Güell, a park that originally was intended to be a housing project, but is now filled with sculptures, staircases, structures and a marketplace all uniquely designed by Gaudí. We will have the opportunity to learn how to make Paella today, which is one of the national dishes of Spain. The evening is at leisure. (B/L) 

Day 12: Wednesday, May 12, 2027: Barcelona
Our guided tour today will feature many impressive sights, including the 14th-century Barcelona Cathedral, the Santa Caterina Market, the Plaça de Catalunya, the center square of Barcelona, and the Ramblas, the city’s famous boulevard that is lined with restaurants, shops, cafés, and bars. Later, we will visit another Gaudí masterpiece, La Pedrera. Built between 1906 and 1912, its jagged, rocky façade is the reason for its nickname, The Quarry. The rest of the day will be free to visit the Picasso or Joan Miró art museums, the Palace of Catalan Music or simply relax along the waterfront. This afternoon we will sample some of the region’s specialty wines at a wine tasting before our farewell dinner. (B/D)

Day 13: Thursday, May 13, 2027: Return
We will transfer to the Barcelona airport for our return flight to the United States.  (B) 

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What are accommodations like?

Our hotels are chosen for their quality, amenities and proximity to areas of interest. Whenever possible, we choose hotels in town centers, so that you are able to go off and explore in your free time. It may be necessary for us to substitute hotels for others of equal quality. You will be fully informed of any changes that affect you. Enjoy your stay!

Madrid, Spain
May 2-4, 2027
Grupotel Mayorazgo Madrid
Flor Baja, 3
28013, Madrid

Granada, Spain
May 4-5, 2027
NH Victoria Hotel Granada
Puerta Real, 3
18005 Granada

Cordoba, Spain
May 5-6, 2027
Soho Boutique Hotel Cordoba
Av. de América, 19, Centro
14008 Córdoba

Seville, Spain
May 6-8, 2027
Abba Seville
Plaza de la Encarnación, 19
41003 Sevilla

Fuengirola, Spain (near Malaga)
May 8-10, 2027
IPV Palace & Spa
Carretera A7. Km. 1018
29640 Fuengirola

Barcelona, Spain (POST TOUR)
May 10-13, 2027
Sercotel Capse
Carrer Casp, 103
08013. Barcelona

Flight Information

Group flights will be available from mid-June 2026. We can either assist you with alternative flights, or you can book your own. Please ensure we have a copy of your flight itinerary for our records as soon as you have booked it.

What’s included in the $4,599 land price?

Price based on a minimum number of 25 travelers

Your Tour Includes

•   Transportation: via deluxe air-conditioned coaches
•   Accommodations (double-occupancy) in 4-star hotels
•   Meals as indicated in the itinerary
•   Professional Tour Director throughout the tour
•   Local step-on guides for city tours and major attractions
•   Admission to all activities indicated in the itinerary
•   All transfers, as a group
•   Baggage handling when available
•   All taxes and tips except as indicated below

Your Tour Does Not Include

•   Round-trip air transportation (available soon)
•   Barcelona extension $2,599 based on 10 travelers /$2,099 based on 15 and $1,999 based on 20.
•   Single supplement ($1,225 on main tour, $542 on extension)
•   Gibraltar excursion $275 per person
•   Meals and beverages not identified in the itinerary
•   Items of a personal nature, such as passports and visas. Passports must be valid for 6 months beyond the return date.
•   Passenger trip cancellation insurance (details sent with reservation form)
•   Gratuities for tour director, and driver

Payment Schedule

•   Deposit of $350 will secure your place on the tour
•   Invoices will be finalized in December 2026
•   Final payment is due by January 31, 2027
•   Reservations will be accepted after January 31, 2027, subject to availability

Insurance

You will have the option to add insurance as part of the booking process. Travel International’s Pathway Premier policy is 4-7% of the tour cost, depending on traveler age, trip length, and coverage selected. Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) is an additional cost and must be purchased within 21 days of the initial deposit.

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Printable insurance summary: Pathway Premier Insurance Plan

Cancellations

Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly, so we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance:

Cancellations must be received in writing by 5:00 p.m. Central Time on the last business day of the applicable time period. For flight changes or cancellations, revision fees and/or airline cancellation charges will apply. Roommates canceling can result in a single supplement charge for the roommate. The Participant who cancels will be responsible for that charge if a substitute roommate cannot be found. Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance is strongly recommended. Reformation Tours cannot assume responsibility for any additional costs or fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not made through Reformation Tours.

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