Combine Madrid and the Cantabrian coast on this 7-day northern Spain itinerary. San Sebastian and Bilbao introduce the Basque Country before Santander, Santillana del Mar and Covadonga lead into Asturias. Oviedo and Salamanca add historic streets and striking architecture on the return to Madrid.
We will meet you at Madrid Airport and take you to your reserved hotel in the city centre. The rest of the day is free for a first look around Madrid. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a guided tour of Madrid's best-known sights. Pass through the Morería quarter, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain, the Prado Museum and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Discover the city's different eras, from its medieval origins and Habsburg heritage to modern Madrid.
The afternoon is free to explore independently. Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 3 (Sunday) MADRID – ZARAGOZA – SAN SEBASTIÁN
Depart from Madrid at 08:00 for Zaragoza, with time to explore the old town and visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. In the afternoon, continue to San Sebastian, where a panoramic tour introduces a city that brings together tradition and contemporary culture.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 4 (Monday) SAN SEBASTIÁN – BILBAO – SANTANDER
Breakfast. In the morning, ascend Mount Igueldofor impressive views of San Sebastian. Continue to Bilbao for a panoramic city tour, with free time to admire the famous Guggenheim Museum from outside.
Then depart for Santander, with time to explore this elegant port city independently.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Santander.
- Day 5 (Tuesday) SANTANDER – SANTILLANA – COVADONGA – OVIEDO
Breakfast and departure for Santillana del Mar, home to architectural treasures including the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana. Then travel to Covadonga for an independent visit to its famous sanctuary and the cave housing the image of the Virgin.
In the afternoon, travel to Oviedo. Discover monuments with UNESCO World Heritage Sitestatus, including the imposing Gothic cathedral.
Overnight stay.
- Day 6 (Wednesday) OVIEDO – SALAMANCA – MADRID
After breakfast, head towards Salamanca. Stop in this World Heritage city and enjoy free time to discover its highlights. Then continue to our final destination, Madrid.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Our route ends after breakfast at the hotel.