Slow Journey Through Spain
• Michelin star dining • Explore Salamanca • Discover wine regions • Galician Coast
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AUD
$11,470
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Days
9
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Nights
8
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| PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$11,470
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Days
9
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Nights
8
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Introduction
Relax and enjoy a well-paced private tour from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, exploring wonderful ancient monasteries and elegant streets, trying local specialties and tasting some of Spain’s finest wines.
This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Madrid
On arrival in Madrid you will be transferred to your selected hotel. This afternoon enjoy a private half-day walking tour with an English-speaking local guide.
Day 2 : Madrid > San Lorenzo de El Escorial > Avila
This morning visit the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, once considered one of the eight Wonders of the World. A highlight of the day will be lunch in at
Montia restaurant (Michelin Star). Continue to Avila.
Day 3 : Avila > Guijuelo > Salamanca
Join your guide for a brief walking tour of Avila and continue to Salamanca, with a stop in Guijuelo, where a famous Spanish ham is made. Continue to Salamanca and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before exploring this wonderful city with your guide.
Day 4 : Salamanca > Ribera del Duero
Drive through one of the finest wine regions in Spain, Ribera del Duero. Visit a renowned winery to enjoy a wine tasting, followed by lunch in Ribera del Duero. The afternoon is yours to relax at leisure.
Day 5 : Ribera del Duero > Leon
Drive to Leon with a detour to one of the most renowned meat restaurants in the world, a converted cave winery. Enjoy your wonderful meal and relax before continuing to Leon for an afternoon free to explore the Barrio Humedo, great for tapas.
Day 6 : Leon > Ribeira Sacra
Drive to Ribeira Sacra, the Sacred Riverbank. You will see big stone formations shaping these terraces, perfect for the vines planted by the Romans in the first century. Enjoy a small group sailing tour on the Sil River and try local delicacies.
Day 7 : Ribeira Sacra > Rias Baixas
Head to the Galician coast, the Rias Baixas. This region is well known for its beautiful sand beaches and the excellent gastronomy. Enjoy a sailing tour to explore and try fresh mussels with white wine.
Day 8 : Rias Baixas > Santiago de Compostela > Finisterre
Drive to Finisterre, stopping in Santiago de Compostela to visit the famous cathedral and walk through the cobblestone streets. In Finisterre, stay in a beautiful hotel located in a lighthouse.
Day 9 : Finisterre > Santiago de Compostela
Transfer to Santiago de Compostela airport for your onward flight.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
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SINGLE from |
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2024 |
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4-star |
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| 1 Nov – 31 Dec |
AU$11,470 |
AU$13,425 |
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2025 |
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4-star |
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1 Jan – 31 Mar |
AU$11,470 |
AU$13,425 |
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| 1 Apr – 31 Oct |
AU$12,335 |
AU$14,780 |
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2024
4-star
1 Nov – 31 Dec
Twin: from $11470
Single: from $ 13425
2025
4-star
1 Jan – 31 Mar
Twin: from $11470
Single: from $ 13425
1 Apr – 31 Oct
Twin: from $12335
Single: from $ 14780
Departs
| Daily, year-round |
Included
- Tailor-made journey
- 8 nights’ accommodation in your category of choice
- 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 1 dinner
- Meet & Greet at Adolfo Suarez Madrid–Barajas Airport
- Private transfers as per the interary
- English-speaking local guides
- Private sightseeing as per the interary
- Shared visit to an artisan Iberian ham producer
- One shared wine tasting
- Shared Sil River cruise
- Shared Rias Baixas cruise
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
Not Included
- City tax paid directly to your hotel
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- Pricing is based on a minimum of 2 travellers
- The single price is based on travelling with others in your party
- Please enquire about pricing for a single travelling alone or cross-season
- Surcharges apply for Easter/Holy Week and the Christmas & New Year’s period
- Surcharges may also apply during festivals and National holidays
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
