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Captivating Spain

Captivating Spain

9 day tour from Madrid to Barcelona
Tour Operator
Globus
Departures
Sep 13, 2025 – Sep 19, 2026
Prices From
$5,399
Dates & Prices
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Spain! Begin in Madrid, where Hemingway was inspired to pen great novels and explore Málaga where Picasso was born to revolutionize art history. Continue to Granada where brave bullfighters entered the ring as they had been since 1784, then marvel at the Alhambra Complex as one of the largest aristocratic treasures of Western Muslim history. In Valencia, sip Horchata or mint tea and explore the rich Moorish influences on architecture and culture. Sail on the waterways of Albufera National Park where water birds o

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN
Your Small Group Discovery Begins! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2
MADRID
The Sun Also Rises Join your small group for a guided tour that traces the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway, the Nobel Literature Prize-winner who frequented Madrid over three decades with a fascination for the city and its culture in works including For Whom the Bell Tolls, Death in the Afternoon, and The Sun Also Rises. Hear about the deep connections between U.S. and Spain through those who knew Hemingway in depth, such as John Dos Passos and Ava Gardner. (B) SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Your small group city sightseeing reveals the traditions and daily life of Madrid, featuring the painter’s market
Day 3
MADRID–MÁLAGA
The Artist Within Board your AVE train and ride to Málaga to enjoy an intimate walking tour to explore the sights. Visit the Picasso Museum for a unique opportunity to explore the life and works of the artist in the city where he was born. Later join your small group for dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT PAINTING A PICTURE Learn about the profound connection between Málaga and Picasso, as the city significantly influenced the early years of one of the 20th century's most renowned artists. Whether you're an art aficionado or a curious traveler, exploring Málaga through the lens
Day 4
MALAGA: EXCURSION TO SETENIL & RONDA
Bandits & Bullfighters Continue through the Guadalhorce Valley towards the Ronda Mountain Range en route to Setenil de las Bodegas, one of the most unique pueblos blancos (white villages) in Andalusia. Continue to Ronda, one of the most fascinating of Andalusian cities with its dramatic landscape and legendary romantic tales of bandits, bullfighters, and artists throughout history. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT EN GARDE, TOREADOR! Stroll down the narrow, winding streets of Ronda and take in the well-preserved Moorish architecture. See The Plaza de Toros de Ronda, its famous bullring completely built in s

What's Included

Meals
8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Hotels

Madrid | Riu Plaza España
Deluxe
Madrid, Spain
Calle Gran Via 84
Free WiFi
Located directly on the famous Gran Via and facing Plaza de España, this Hotel is walking distance from The Royal Palace of Madrid and The Temple of Debod. Amenities include a rooftop bar with unique views over the city, a terrace with a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool and a fitness center. All 585 guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, minibar satellite TV, in-room safe and mini-fridge.
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Itinerary Dates & Prices

Start Date
Sep 13, 2025
End Date
Sep 21, 2025
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$5,429
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Apr 25, 2026
End Date
May 03, 2026
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$5,649
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May 09, 2026
End Date
May 17, 2026
Our Price
$5,699
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May 23, 2026
End Date
May 31, 2026
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$5,699
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Jun 06, 2026
End Date
Jun 14, 2026
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$5,699
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Jun 20, 2026
End Date
Jun 28, 2026
Our Price
$5,699
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