MAGNIFICENT SPAIN 2026

ITINERARY

Depart the U.S. for Spain on individual flights.

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Day 1: Arrival in Barcelona

Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to your centrally located hotel. After settling in, take a moment to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Catalan capital—its Mediterranean light, elegant boulevards, and the lively rhythm that animates every corner of the city. In the early evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a warm meet-and-greet, followed by a delicious welcome dinner. It’s a relaxed and convivial start to a journey that will carry you through Spain’s most storied cities.

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​​Day 2: The Splendors of Gaudí and Picasso
Begin your morning with a visit to Antoni Gaudí’s soaring masterpiece, the Sagrada Família. Its forest-like columns, stained-glass radiance, and otherworldly forms create one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring sacred spaces. After a leisurely lunch, continue to the Picasso Museum, where hundreds of early works trace the evolution of a genius shaped by Barcelona’s energy and experimentation. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon for some restorative free time before gathering again for dinner. The day offers a dazzling introduction to the city’s artistic soul.

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Day 3: Miró, Park Güell, and the Journey to Madrid

This morning, visit the Joan Miró Foundation, a sanctuary of color, imagination, and modernist invention perched on Montjuïc Hill. After lunch, continue to Park Güell, Gaudí’s whimsical garden-city, where mosaic dragons, serpentine benches, and radiant panoramas celebrate the artist’s boundless creativity. Later, transfer to Barcelona Sants station and board the high-speed AVE train to Madrid. As the landscapes of Catalonia and Castile glide past your window, enjoy dinner on board. Upon arriving in Spain’s capital, check in to your hotel and unwind for the evening.

Day 4: Royal Madrid and the Art of the Spanish Golden Age

Begin the day at the Royal Palace, where lavish halls, grand staircases, and opulent collections illuminate centuries of Spanish dynastic history. From there, enjoy a guided walking tour through the city’s historic core, ending near the bustling Puerta del Sol. After lunch, continue to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, whose extraordinary collection traces Western art from medieval icons to Impressionism and modernism. Return to the hotel to relax before an evening at leisure—an opportunity to explore Madrid’s renowned restaurants and lively plazas on your own.
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​Day 5: The Prado and Optional Reina Sofía

Walk this morning to the legendary Prado Museum, home to the world’s greatest treasury of Spanish painting. Stand before masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and Rubens as your guide leads you through centuries of brilliance. The afternoon is free for personal exploration—perhaps a stroll through Retiro Park or a café break beneath its shaded terraces. For those who wish, an optional visit to the Reina Sofía offers a powerful encounter with modern masters, including Picasso’s monumental Guernica. Dinner tonight is enjoyed together.

Day 6: Toledo’s Artistic Legacy and Arrival in Córdoba

After checking out, travel south to Toledo, the storied “City of Three Cultures.” Begin at the El Greco Museum, where the painter’s mystical elongated figures illuminate the spiritual fervor of Spanish Mannerism. After lunch, continue to the magnificent Toledo Cathedral, a Gothic jewel filled with masterpieces by El Greco, Velázquez, and Goya. Following a late-afternoon break, drive onward through the changing landscapes of Castile–La Mancha to Córdoba. Enjoy a welcoming dinner on arrival before settling into your hotel for the night.

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​Day 7: Córdoba’s Mezquita and the Heart of Al-Andalus
This morning’s walking tour reveals Córdoba’s rich layers of Roman, Islamic, Jewish, and Christian heritage. Explore the mesmerizing Mezquita, whose endless forest of red-and-white arches and luminous mihrab stands as one of the greatest monuments of medieval architecture. Wander through the charming lanes of La Judería before enjoying lunch together. The rest of the afternoon is free for relaxation or exploration. Dinner this evening is at leisure.

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Day 8: Seville—A Day of Majesty and Flamenco

Travel today to Seville, stopping en route at a picturesque Andalusian town such as Carmona or Écija. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch followed by a guided walking tour of the historic center, culminating in visits to the Royal Alcázar—a masterpiece of Mudéjar artistry—and the soaring cathedral that houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Return to Córdoba for dinner before attending a passionate flamenco performance at the renowned Tablao El Cardenal. It’s an evening of rhythm, emotion, and Andalusian soul.

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Day 9: Granada’s Alhambra and Farewell Dinner

Begin the day with a scenic drive to Granada, stopping in the whitewashed village of Zuheros for a coffee break. After lunch in Granada, ascend to the legendary Alhambra, the crown jewel of Islamic Spain. Wander through its poetic courtyards, filigreed stucco, and flowing fountains—spaces that embody the refined splendor of the Nasrid dynasty. Return to Córdoba in the evening for a festive farewell dinner, celebrating the friendships and unforgettable experiences shared throughout your journey.

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Day 10: Departure Day

Transfer to Seville Airport for your morning flight to Madrid and onward connections to the United States. Depart with memories of Spain’s art, architecture, landscapes, and cultures—an inspiring journey that will linger long after your return home.​

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Itinerary subject to change