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Complete Spain: South to North Adventure

14 days, Madrid to Bilbao

14 days

Madrid to Bilbao

From$4099USD
Valid on Apr 4 2026
Trip Code: ESMQ

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Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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14 days

Madrid to Bilbao

From$4099USD
Valid on Apr 4 2026
Trip Code: ESMQ

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 14

Ripple Score

Create ripples that change lives. The higher the Ripple Score percentage, the more money stays in the local communities you visit.

Ripple Score for this trip: 100

Map of the route for Complete Spain: South to North Adventure

Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1Madrid

Arrive any time.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Madrid

Take a brief orientation walk with your CEO, then enjoy a full day to explore this bustling capital. Discover Plaza Mayor or opt to visit the famous Royal Palace. Indulge in delicious Spanish tapas or get your art fix at the Prado Museum.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Madrid/Granada

Journey south to Granada. Upon arrival enjoy an orientation walk. Wander through the whitewashed historic quarter of the Albaicin; with its narrow lanes and fantastic views, it's a great place to watch the sunset.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Granada

Enjoy a guided visit to the architectural masterpiece, the Alhambra. In the evening, opt to go for a stroll and check out the local tapas and wine bars.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5Granada/Cordoba/Seville

Travel to Seville via picturesque Cordoba. Go for a stroll through the historic Jewish quarter and visit the iconic Mezquita de Cordoba (mosque). In the early evening, continue towards Seville and end your day with free time to get to know the city.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 6Seville

Spend a day enjoying this city and its Moorish influence. Opt to explore the district of Santa Cruz, the Alcázar palace or the world's largest Gothic cathedral. In the early evening, end your day with a dramatic flamenco performance.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Seville/Barcelona

Hop on the train and get comfortable on the journey north to Barcelona. Take an orientation walk, including visits to the Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas. In the evening participate in a G Adventures supported paella cooking class, followed by a group dinner to round out the day.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Mescladis Paella Cooking Class and Dinner

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 8Barcelona

Get out and explore all that Barcelona has to offer, or choose to journey further afield to the surrounding beaches and countryside to get a true taste of Catalan life.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 9Barcelona/Logroño

Travel by train to the La Rioja wine region of Spain and the city of Logroño, visiting a local winery shortly after arriving for a tasting. In the evening, set off with your CEO on a tavern crawl to sample small plates of food, called pintxos, very delicious and typical to this part of Spain, which will serve as a light dinner.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Foodie Moment Wine Tasting at a Local Winery| Your Foodie Moment Pintxos (Tapas) Experience

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 10Logroño

Take advantage of a free day in Logroño to discover wine country as you please. Options include a day tour to the nearby town of Haro, visit wineries or see some of the sights in the city like the cathedral or the Museum of La Rioja.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 11Logroño/San Sebastian

Travel through the Navarre region today from Logroño to San Sebastian with many stops on the way. First, stop in the town of Obanos for a hike along a portion of the famed Camino de Santiago trail. Continue by bus to the town of Olite to visit the grand palace then stop in Pamplona for a bit of free time to explore. End the day's travels on the coast at San Sebastian and check into the hotel.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 12San Sebastian

Start the morning with an orientation walk of San Sebastian with your CEO before enjoying the rest of the day free to get the most out of the city's vibrant centre, waterfront and the incredible food. Some options to choose from could be a visit to a local cider house, take a bike, or a walking tour.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 13San Sebastian/Bilbao

Catch a morning bus from San Sebastian to the city of Bilbao. Set off with your CEO on an orientation walk before enjoying the rest of the afternoon free to explore. Choose to visit the stunning Guggenheim Museum, or climb the Mallona Stairs to Parque Etxebarria for beautiful views over the city.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 14Bilbao

Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mescladis Paella Cooking Class and Dinner, Barcelona
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Barcelona
  • Your Foodie Moment: Wine Tasting at a Local Winery, Logroño
  • Your Foodie Moment: Pintxos (Tapas) Experience, Logroño
  • Orientation walks in Madrid, Granada, Barcelona, San Sebastian and Bilbao
  • Albaicin quarter visit
  • Alhambra guided tour
  • Mezquita Mosque and Jewish quarter visit in Cordoba
  • Flamenco show performance
  • Hike a portion of the Camino de Santiago from Obanos to Puente la Reina
  • Entrance and visit to the royal palace of Olite
  • Visit Pamplona
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (13 nts).

Meals

13 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Allow USD445-580 for meals not included.

Transportation

Public bus, private vehicle, train, taxi, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

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Complete Spain: South to North Adventure

| 14 days - Madrid to Bilbao - from $4099 USD