Particpate on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Spain’s most captivating cities, historic landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes, all while staying in the country’s most iconic Paradores—castles, monasteries, and palaces transformed into luxury hotels.
Choose from three tailored itineraries:
Option 1: Madrid to Santiago de Compostela (9 Days)
Travel from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, discovering the Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar in Zaragoza, the medieval charm of Olite and Pamplona, and the vibrant cities of Vitoria, Bilbao, and San Sebastián. Along the way, experience the beauty of the Cantabrian coast, explore Santander, the Picos de Europa, and the Playa de las Catedrales, and journey through A Coruña, Finisterre, and the Costa da Morte before reaching the historic pilgrimage city of Santiago de Compostela.
Option 2: Madrid to Madrid (12 Days)
Extend your adventure with a return to Madrid, adding stops in the stunning Rías Baixas, the wine country of Monforte de Lemos, and the cultural treasures of Astorga, Zamora, and Valladolid. Experience the medieval majesty of Ávila before concluding your journey in the Spanish capital.
Option 3: The Ultimate Spain Experience (18 Days)
For the most immersive exploration, continue southward to Salamanca, Plasencia, and the Moorish wonders of Córdoba, Seville, and Carmona. Travel through the dramatic landscapes of Ronda, Antequera, and Granada, home to the magnificent Alhambra, before heading to Toledo, the City of Three Cultures, and finally returning to Madrid.
Each route offers exclusive accommodations in historic Paradores, private guided tours, and seamless luxury travel, ensuring an unforgettable experience steeped in history, gastronomy, and culture.
ITINERARY
OPTION 1. MADRID-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA 9 DAYS
Day 1. Madrid – Zaragoza – Parador de Olite.
Visit to the Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar, one of the most important sanctuaries in the Catholic world. Continuation to Olite, which stands out for its palace-fortress, belonging to the kings of Navarra, dating from the 13th and 14th centuries. Arrival at the Parador Nacional de Olite, which occupies the Primitive Palace-Castle of Olite.
Day 2. Olite – Pamplona – Vitoria – Parador de Médicas.
Visit Pamplona, famous for its San Fermin festival. In the afternoon visit the old cathedral of Vitoria, its medieval town. Arrival at the National Parador de Médicas, which occupies the old Eguilio Palace.
Day 3. Limpias – Bilbao – San Sebastián – Parador de Limpias.
Visit in Bilbao, Gugenhein Museum. Basque coast tour, arriving at San Sebastian famous for its pintxos. Return to the Parador de Limpias.
Day 4. Limpias – Santander- Ribadesella – Parador de Gijón.
Visit in Santander, the Magdalena Palace, Sardinero beach. Visit the coastal towns of Comillas, San Vicente de la Barquera and Ribadesella, Arrival at the Parador de Gijon located in an old century-old mill.
Day 5. Gijón – Cangas – Picos de Europa Park – Parador de Gijón.
Visit Cangas de Onis and the Covadonda Sanctuary, located in the Picos de Europa National Park. Visit the famous lakes of Covadonga.
Return to the Parador de Gijon.
Day 6. Gijón – Oviedo – Luarca – Playa de las Catedrales – Parador de Ribadeo.
Visit Oviedo, where the Campoamor theater is located, the coastal towns of Luarca, the wonderful beach of the cathedrals. Arrival at the Ribadeo National Parador located in a Galician mansion at the mouth of the Eo River.
Day 7. Ribadeo – A Coruña – Parador de Ferrol.
Visit A Coruña, its famous María Pita square, San Agustín Market, Hercules Tower. Visit Costa da Morte, Malpica and Muxia. Arrival at the Parador Nacional de Ferrol, located in a typical acasona with views of the sea.
Day 8. Ferrol – Finisterre – Parador de Santiago de Compostela.
Visit Finisterre, considered the end of the world in the past. Visit coastal towns on the way to the Rías such as Carnota, Cascada de Ezaro and walls. Arrival at the National Parador of Santiago de Compostela, considered the oldest hotel in Spain, witness to the arrival of thousands of pilgrims.
Day 9. Departure from Santiago de Compostela.
End of trip option 1.
OPTION 2. MADRID – MADRID 12 DAYS
Day 9. Santiago de Compostela – Rias Baixas – Parador de Monforte de Lemos.
Visit the rías baixas, with its towns such as Sanxenxo, Pontevedra, Vigo. Arrival at the National Parador of Monforte de Lemos, located in the monastery of San Vicente do Pino and the Palace of the Counts of Lemos.
Day 10. Monforte de Lemos – Astorga – Benavente – Parador de Zamora.
Visit Astorga, a city with a wide cultural heritage, Benavente, an important stop on the Camino de Santiago. Arrival at the Zamora National Parador, located in a fabulous 15th century Renaissance palace.
Day 11. Zamora – Valladolid – Parador de Ávila.
Visit Zamora, its famous cathedral and castle, Toro where the collegiate church will be visited, Valladolid, famous for its impressive historic center. Arrival at the Parador Nacional de Avila, attached to the wall, located in the historic center of the city.
Day 12. Ávila – Madrid.
Departure from Avila and arrival in Madrid,
End of trip Option 2
OPTION 3. ALL OF SPAIN 18 DAYS
Day 11. Ávila – Salamanca – Parador de Plasencia.
Visit the city of Salamanca. Monumental city, intellectual center. Walk through the main square and historic center. In the afternoon departure to Plasencia. Arrival at the National Parador of Plasencia, located in the convent of San Vicente Ferrer.
Day 12. Plasencia – Cáceres – Parador de Córdoba.
Departure from Plasencia to visit Cáceres, a world heritage city. Continuing towards Mérida, where you can relive the Roman era. Visit to the amphitheater. Arrival at the National Parador of Córdoba, located on the ruins of an old palace of Abderramán I.
Day 13. Córdoba- Parador de Carmona.
Visit in Córdoba to the Mosque and the cathedral. In the afternoon departure to Carmona. Arrival at the Parador Nacional de Carmona, located in an old Moorish castle from the 14th century.
Day 14. Carmona – Seville – Parador de Carmona.
Day visit in Seville, visiting its most spectacular monuments such as the Giralda, the Cathedral, the Torre del Oro, the Triana neighborhood, or the Reales Alcázares. At sunset, departure towards Carmona.
Day 15. Carmona – Ronda – Parador de Antequera.
Departure to Ronda, visiting the spectacular gorge and its bridge. In the afternoon, arrival at the Antequera National Parador, a symbol of modernity and avant-garde.
Day 16. Antequera – Granada – Parador de Jaén.
Departure towards Granada. Visit to the Alhambra and Generalife. At dusk, departure to Jaén. Arrival at the National Parador of Jaen, located on the Santa Catalina hill, next to the castle of the same name.
Day 17. Jaén – Toledo – Madrid.
Departure to Toledo, visiting the cathedral and the alcazar. Continuation towards Madrid.
Day 18. Madrid.
The end of the trip.
