Discover Madrid and White Villages of Andalusia (Tour code: 13773)
Highlights
Explore Córdoba’s historic landmarks, including the Mosque-Cathedral, Jewish Quarter, and Alcázar, with expert guides.
Visit Madrid's Golden Art Triangle and witness tons of masterpieces in one location
Visit Spain’s charming White Villages, including Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas, on a scenic journey.
Experience the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens, uncovering centuries of history with a knowledgeable guide
Overview
Experience the best of Spain with this enchanting journey through Madrid, Córdoba, Seville, and Granada. Enjoy private and shared tours, including iconic landmarks like the Alhambra, the Mosque-Cathedral, and the picturesque White Villages. Discover Andalusia’s rich culture with exclusive experiences such as an Andalusian horse show and a river cruise in Seville.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Madrid
Welcome to the Capital city of Spain. Upon arrival, private transfer by a luxury car, Mercedes or Audi, with an English-speaking driver.
Overnight stay in Madrid at Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque or similar.
Day 2 Madrid
Indulge in a delectable buffet breakfast at the hotel, setting the perfect start for an exclusive experience. Enjoy a 2-hour Private Sightseeing tour of Madrid, by luxury a car with an English-speaking driver.
Meet your driver at the hotel and enjoy a panoramic sightseeing of the old part of Madrid. You can approach the facade of the Royal Palace, the Sabatini Gardens and Campo del Moro, located in the city center. The church of San Francisco El Grande, the fountains of Paseo del Prado, the Toledo Bridge, the Prado Museum, and Puerta de Alcalá are also good examples of the splendid style that is waiting for you to be discovered.
Overnight stay in Madrid at Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque or similar.
Day 3 Madrid Cordoba
Buffet breakfast and private transfer to Madrid railway station. Catch the high-speed train to Córdoba, arriving in 2 hours. Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, immerse yourself in one of Spain's most iconic traditions with an Andalusian equestrian performance (1 hour). Experience the purebred Spanish Andalusian horses at the Royal Stables of Córdoba, the second oldest working stables in the world. Witness a stunning equestrian show set in a monumental environment, featuring horses, dancers, and guitar music for an unforgettable flamenco experience. Enjoy classical dressage, cowboy dressage, high school, garrocha, handiwork, and more, all beautifully combined with flamenco dance. This activity operates from Wednesday to Saturday.
Overnight stay in Cordoba at H10 Colomera or similar.
Day 4 Cordoba Seville
Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a 3.5-hour walking tour of Córdoba.
Led by expert historians, this tour covers the city's key monuments, including the Mosque-Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, the Souk, the monument to Maimonides, the Synagogue, the Mudejar Chapel of San Bartolome, and the Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs.
In the afternoon, enjoy a private transfer to the railway station for a high-speed train to Seville, where you'll arrive in 30 minutes. A private transfer will take you to your hotel upon arrival.
Overnight stay in Seville at Melia Lebreros or similar.
Day 5 Seville
Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a 3.5-hour city tour of Seville.
Depart by minibus for a panoramic view of the city's top landmarks, including the University (Old Tobacco Factory), Palacio de San Telmo, Torre del Oro, and Isabel II Bridge. Visit the Plaza de España and explore the masterpieces of the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. The tour covers centuries of history, from Roman times to the present. End with a scenic cruise on the Guadalquivir River, offering unique views of the Torre del Oro, Betis Street, the Bullring, Triana Bridge, Cartuja Island, and the Monastery.
Overnight stay in Seville at Melia Lebreros or similar.
Day 6 Seville Granada
Enjoy a buffet breakfast and a private transfer to Granada, with stops in Ronda (2 hours) and Setenil de las Bodegas (1 hour) to explore the White Villages.
Travel along the scenic route through charming Spanish villages known as Pueblos Blancos, famous for their whitewashed houses and tranquil hilltop locations. Stop in Ronda, a beautiful village declared a national historic site. Continue your journey to Granada.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Granada at Abades Recogidas or similar.
Day 7 Granada
Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a 2.5-hour tour of the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens.
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Wonders of the World, the Alhambra is a stunning Arab medieval citadel and the most visited tourist attraction in Spain. Accompanied by an official guide, you will explore the Alcazaba (military zone), Carlos V Palace, Generalife Gardens, and the Nazari Palaces, each with its own history and significance. Please note that the final tour timing will be confirmed 15 days before the service date, due to Alhambra entrance policies.
Overnight stay in Granada at Abades Recogidas or similar.
Day 8 Granada Madrid
Enjoy a buffet breakfast before a private transfer to the railway station for your high-speed train to Madrid. Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to your hotel.
Day 9 Madrid
Buffet breakfast and private transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Accommodation
Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque
Madrid
Discover the Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque. Located a few meters from the Gran Vía of Madrid in a landscaped and sophisticated area, it will allow you to know the tourist attractions of the city and rest in spacious rooms. This luxurious four-star hotel is brimming with design, style and personality. It has a cozy tea room with more than 70 different types of infusions, a breakfast based on healthy organic products, aesthetic treatments and a gastronomic service for tourists that includes tapas routes. The Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque has 141 rooms perfectly equipped with: air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite dish, interactive TV, pillow menu, heating, wooden floors, work desk, bathroom, minibar and safe.
Additional information
- We work with a selection of hotels in each location. All bookings are subject to availability, which means our team will confirm your specific hotels upon confirmation and payment of deposit. The package price is based on 4-star accommodation.
- Please note that a supplement for the high-speed train routes Madrid–Córdoba, Córdoba–Seville, and Granada–Madrid has been added. Train ticket rates are indicative and subject to change.
Excluded
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- Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
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- Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
- Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
- Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
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