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North of Spain Discovery ( 6810)

10 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid

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If you have a passion for Spain, the northern regions cannot be missed! On this affordable North Spain tour, discover the hidden treasures of Galicia, Cantabria, Castilla & León, Asturias, and the Basque Countries, starting and ending your trip in Madrid. Start and end your adventure in the capital city of Spain, elegant Madrid. In between, explore some of the smaller, nonetheless charming towns of these regions, among them: Salamanca, with its lively Plaza Mayor; Santiago de Compostela, the ending point of the Camino pilgrimage; Lugo, boasting a Roman wall with 10 gates; A Coruña and its Trajan Tower; Santander, spectacularly set between mountains and coastline; Burgos, showcasing a magnificent Cathedral; Medina del Campo with the castle of La Mota, and Segovia, known for the Roman Aqueduct and the fairy-tale castle, source of inspiration for Walt Disney’s cartoons. Discover the highlights of Madrid with a Local Guide and enjoy views, flavors, people and sounds of these undiscovered provinces of mainland Spain.

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 Tour Highlights

Sightseeing:

10 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid

Guides:

10 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid

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If you have a passion for Spain, the northern regions cannot be missed! On this affordable North Spain tour, discover the hidden treasures of Galicia, Cantabria, Castilla & León, Asturias, and the Basque Countries, starting and ending your trip in Madrid. Start and end your adventure in the capital city of Spain, elegant Madrid. In between, explore some of the smaller, nonetheless charming towns of these regions, among them: Salamanca, with its lively Plaza Mayor; Santiago de Compostela, the ending point of the Camino pilgrimage; Lugo, boasting a Roman wall with 10 gates; A Coruña and its Trajan Tower; Santander, spectacularly set between mountains and coastline; Burgos, showcasing a magnificent Cathedral; Medina del Campo with the castle of La Mota, and Segovia, known for the Roman Aqueduct and the fairy-tale castle, source of inspiration for Walt Disney’s cartoons. Discover the highlights of Madrid with a Local Guide and enjoy views, flavors, people and sounds of these undiscovered provinces of mainland Spain.

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

9 Breakfasts, 1 Dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN Welcome to Spain! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Spain’s capital using your CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome meeting.

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Day 2

MADRID Discover Madrid on the guided orientation tour with a Local Guide who will help you discover the city with some insider information.
Breakfast Breakfast

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Day 3

MADRID–SALAMANCA–LEÓN Leave Madrid to explore the pearls of Castilla & León, Salamanca. Take a walk through centuries of history, art, knowledge, and landmarks such as the famous University, one of the oldest in Europe, and the Plaza Mayor, crowned with 88 arches. Continue to León. Perhaps tonight you may wish to try the local cuisine or taste the Duero region wines with tapas in the ancient streets of "Barrio Húmedo".
Today’s Distance: 260 mi/ 419 km
Breakfast Breakfast


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Day 4

LEÓN–LUGO–SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA The day starts with the visit of Lugo, a town known for the Roman wall, exceptionally well preserved and continuing to be the city's most distinctive architectural feature, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight’s host city is Santiago de Compostela, the completion point of the Saint James’ Way. Thousands of pilgrims, every year walk the Camino to reach the capital of Galicia and enter the iconic Cathedral. But Santiago de Compostela is a living city, with countless restaurants and bars to enjoy delicious Galician seafood, the old town centre, contemporary art... There's plenty to do in this city which combines history and tradition with a modern, younger side.
Today’s distance: 203 mi /327 km
Breakfast Breakfast


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Day 5

SANTIAGO–A CORUÑA–OVIEDO A Coruña’s distinctive landmark is the oldest Roman working lighthouse in the world, called Hercules Tower, but the town also boasts a rich historical centre and a scenic promenade along the Atlantic shores. Spend some time exploring and taking advantage of the Galician seafood dishes. The most famous one is Galician-style octopus (pulpo a la gallega). Overnight in Oviedo, closely linked to the Asturian monarchy since its foundation. Former capital of the Kingdom, it boasts a medieval historic quarter, transformed in modern times into a pleasant pedestrian area. Oviedo is famous for its natural cider production, one of Asturias’ specialities!
Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km
Breakfast Breakfast


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Day 6

OVIEDO–SANTANDER–BILBAO Visit Santander, capital of the Cantabria region. Santander was the destination par excellence for royalty at the end of the 19th and early 20th centuries. A stroll through the old quarters, with its majestic buildings, takes us back to a distinguished past. Continue to Bilbao, in the Basque Countries.
Breakfast Breakfast
Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 293 km
Breakfast Breakfast

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Day 7

BILBAO Spend the day at leisure in Bilbao. We suggest a visit to the Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry and featuring an important private collection of modern and contemporary art. Discover the contrast of the avant-garde with the traditional feel of the city, with charming streets and bars offering “pintxos”, or explore the La Ribera Market, a beautiful building where you can have the produce that you purchase cooked for you.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner


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Day 8

BILBAO–BURGOS–VALLADOLID Burgos preserves distinct signs of its medieval splendor. It was the capital city of the unified kingdom of Castile and Leon for five centuries, and boasts one of the masterpieces of Spanish Gothic, its Cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site. Castile & Leon is a region of fine wines, and a visit to a Ribera del Duero wine cellar visit is included today. Continue to Valladolid, built on the banks of the Pisuerga River.
Today’s Distance: 176 mi/ 284 km
Breakfast Breakfast

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Day 9

VALLADOLID–MEDINA DEL CAMPO–SEGOVIA–MADRID Medina del Campo’s most outstanding feature is the castle of La Mota, from the 15th century, whose silhouette dominates the town's skyline. Segovia boasts an impressive aqueduct from the days of the Roman Empire and a fortress that inspired Snow White’s Castle in Disneyland.
Today’s Distance: 152 mi/ 244 km
Breakfast Breakfast

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Day 10

MADRID Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast Breakfast

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 Tour Director

With Cosmos, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

ANGEL DÍAZ DE MIGUEL

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

" I'm Angel and I´m here, waiting to meet you and introduce you to incredible Iberia! Just remember to clear your senses before you come, because my plan is to fill them back up with enticing flavors, smells, sounds, and sights from the beautiful countries of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco!"

Tour Director -  ANGEL DÍAZ DE MIGUEL

ROXANA VELASCO

Escorting tours for more than 10 years

" Being a Tour Director isn't just about traveling; it's about sharing memories, forging unbreakable bonds, and helping dreams come true... it's the most rewarding job in the world! Touring Spain and Portugal is a privilege; each day offers a fresh chance to enrich your life. As I always say, 'To travel is to live.' Are you ready?"

Tour Director -  ROXANA VELASCO

 Accommodation

MADRID

HOTEL MADRID CHAMARTIN

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

LEON

AC HOTEL LEON SAN ANTONIO

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

GRAN HOTEL LOS ABETOS

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

OVIEDO

GRAN HOTEL ESPAñA

Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
  Free Wifi

BILBAO

OCCIDENTAL BILBAO

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

VALLADOLID

SILKEN JUAN DE AUSTRIA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

 Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.
Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)



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