With this Northern Spain Tour from Barcelona you will have a journey full of contrasts and surprises. You will discover everything from stunning islands, bays, beaches, and mountains to major cities such as Zaragoza, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Santiago de Compostela, Covadonga, and Vigo. The perfect plan for an unforgettable holiday!
- Day 1 (Sunday) BARCELONA - ZARAGOZA - PAMPLONA
In the morning, we will depart from Barcelona towards Zaragoza, the city of Francisco de Goya. Here, we will make a short stop to admire its splendid Basilica before continuing our journey to Pamplona, where dinner and overnight stay at the designated hotel are included.
- Day 2 (Monday) PAMPLONA - SAN SEBASTIÁN - BILBAO - SANTANDER
After breakfast, we will head to San Sebastián, one of the most elegant cities in Northern Spain. Free time to stroll along La Concha Bay or enjoy its old town. We will then continue to Bilbao, the capital of Biscay, where we will make a brief stop to admire the iconic and modern Guggenheim Museum from the outside, designed by the famous architect Frank Gehry. Afterwards, we will continue on to Santander. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 3 (Tuesday) SANTANDER – SANTILLANA DEL MAR – COVADONGA – OVIEDO
After breakfast at the hotel, we will take the route towards Santillana del Mar, the main tourist centre of Cantabria. We will stop here to explore some of the most beautiful and iconic spots of this charming village.
We will then head towards the Picos de Europa, crossing the breathtaking landscapes of the Cantabrian Mountains. We will arrive in Covadonga, a place renowned for its parish church and Sanctuary, both of which you will have free time to visit.
We will then continue our journey to Oviedo, a small medieval town of great historical value. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 4 (Wednesday) OVIEDO - LA CORUÑA – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Breakfast. In the morning, we will depart towards La Coruña, a beautiful city located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, where we will enjoy a panoramic tour of its main avenues.
We will then continue to Santiago de Compostela. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 5 (Thursday) SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
After breakfast, we will head to the city of Santiago de Compostela, an important world pilgrimage centre declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a guided tour with a local guide, exploring the most emblematic sites of Santiago, such as the Cathedral and Plaza del Obradoiro, among others.
Afternoon at leisure, with the possibility of joining one of the optional excursions. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 6 (Friday) SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA – RÍAS BAJAS – VIGO
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for the Rías Baixas, known for the beauty of their natural landscapes and picturesque fishing villages. We will cross amazing sceneries such as La Toja Island, Arousa Estuary, and Pontevedra. We will then stop in O Grove, where those who wish may take an optional catamaran cruise with mussel and Ribeiro wine tasting.
We will continue our journey to Vigo, the largest city in Galicia, where we will have some free time. In the afternoon, we offer an optional excursion to Santa Tecla and Valença do Miño, crossing the border into Portugal. Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 7 (Saturday) VIGO - LEÓN
After breakfast, we will head towards the interior of Castile and León, arriving in León, a historic city with remarkable artistic heritage. Free time to visit its Gothic cathedral or stroll through the old town. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 8 (Sunday) LEÓN – SALAMANCA – MADRID
After breakfast, we will depart for Salamanca, where we will make a short stop so you can explore its old town and Main Square at your own pace.
We will then continue our journey to Madrid, where we will end the tour through Northern Spain from Barcelona at approximately 6:00 p.m.
