June 13 – June 22, 2025

Join Beth and John as they escort this group to Spain on an adventure of a lifetime!

About This Tour

The Best of Spain

9 days from Madrid to Barcelona

Although you might be enthralled with the idea of the Spanish siesta—the customary post-lunch nap to escape the midday heat—you’ll want to think twice about catching any afternoon Zzzs on this dreamy introductory tour of Spain. Otherwise, you’d miss all the sunny sights this 9-day vacation to Spain has in store. From Madrid’s art-filled Prado Museum to Barcelona’s tree-lined La Rambla, we show you the country’s top must-see sights, indulging in pans of zesty paella, and pitchers of tangy sangria along the way. While you’ll treat yourself to the fresh catches from the sea, the olives from the hills, and the wine from the lush river valleys; it’s sights such as Granada’s opulent Alhambra complex, Seville’s over-the-top Plaza de España, and Barcelona’s unparalleled Sagrada Familia Basilica that are an amazing sight.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of a Tour Manager and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi with your hosts John and Beth of Travel by Beth.

Inclusions & Itinerary

Flight Details:

Round trip one stop flights on Air Portugal

June 13, 2025 – Depart Chicago O’Hare at 6:00 pm arriving Lisbon at 8:00 am on June 14

Depart Lisbon at 10:20 am arriving Madrid at 12:40 pm

June 22, 2025 – Depart Barcelona at 6:00 am arriving Lisbon at 6:55 am

Depart Lisbon at 12:50 pm arriving Chicago O’Hare at 4:10 pm

Package Includes:

Four-star accommodations in Madrid, Seville, Granada, Valencia, and Barcelona
Daily breakfast
Four dinners
Transportation throughout the trip
English-speaking guide
Tours and entry fees
On-site hosting by travel advisors John and Beth Mills
1:1 Travel Documentation Consultation (via Zoom or phone)
Customized Travel App

Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1: Arrive in Madrid
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Dinner Included

Day 2: Explore Madrid
Guided sightseeing includes the Prado Museum and sights of the Cibeles Fountain and Calle Alcala. The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its amazing assortment of masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. The famous museum also displays the works of renowned European masters, including Rubens and Rembrandt, along with a stunning collection of Greco-Roman statues. Additional excursions available to add at an additional cost. Breakfast Included

Day 3: Travel to Seville via Cordoba
Guided walking tour includes the Mosque of the Caliphs. Enjoy free time to browse before departing for Seville . The Mosque of Córdoba (Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba in Spanish) today is a Catholic cathedral but was originally a mosque built for Muslim prayer by Abd ar-Rahman I in the 8th century. The mosque’s architecture is rich in dazzling detail, with over 800 granite and marble pillars supporting its beautiful brick and stone arches – a major focal point in the mosque along with the soaring bell tower – the tallest structure in the city. Breakfast and Dinner Included

Day 4: Discover Seville
Visit Plaza de España. Guided sightseeing includes Casa de Pilatos, and a walk through the Santa Cruz quarter. Walk through Seville’s picturesque Plaza de España, originally built for Seville’s Ibero-American Expo at the 1929 World’s Fair. The 540,000-square-foot plaza features a sprawling mosaic patio. Explore the historic Santa Cruz quarter and its magical maze of tapas, flamenco, and cafés . Additional excursions available to add at an additional cost. Breakfast Included

Day 5: Journey to Granada
Guided walking tour includes the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife. Granada’s Alhambra Complex stands as one of the largest ancient aristocratic sites of Western Muslim culture. Its leafy lanes and streams enhance the grand water gardens of Generalife, at the once summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers. Additional optional excursions are available for purchase. Breakfast Included

Day 6: Explore Granada and travel to Valencia
Guided walking tour includes a photo stop at the science complex and a traditional Horchata (drink made from tiger nuts) tasting. Globus Local Favorite Enjoy a traditional Paella dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy an authentic Spanish paella dinner in Valencia. Traditional Paella Valenciana is made with chicken and sweet paprika and golden saffron in a slow simmered broth for a sumptuous, heart-warming hallmark of traditional Spanish cuisine. Breakfast and Dinner Included

Day 7: Travel to Barcelona via Valencia
Leisure Day Breakfast Included

Day 8: Enjoy Barcelona
Guided sightseeing includes the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluña, and panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. Visit the Sagrada Familia Basilica. Globus Local Favorite Enjoy Sangria and a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Say farewell to Spain with Sangria and culinary specialties at a local city center restaurant. Often considered the signature drink of Spain and taking its name from its “blood red color”, Sangria’s origins are thought to go back to Roman times, when it was simply wine added to water. Since then, the recipe has been revisited many times and there are many delicious local variations. Tonight, lift your glass for a toast to your Best of Spain tour. Breakfast and Dinner Included

Day 9: Depart from Barcelona

Pricing:

Starting at $3,998.00 per person (based on double occupancy)

Single Occupancy rates are available. Land only rates are available for those who would like to book their own airfare.

Note: Pre and post nights also available.

Sí U in Spain !!