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Cosmopolitan Magic

Explore Spain's two biggest cities, with ample time to explore each one at your own pace. Discover the warmth, history, and incredible art and architecture of Madrid and Barcelona, each one with its own distinct personality and charm.

With a country as vast and bountiful as Spain, travelling by train is a great way to cover as much ground as possible while also taking in the breathtaking sights. Let the smooth ride, great service, and amazing vistas transport you from city to city.

The train tickets and hotel stays are included in the package, along with some meals and many other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy, fun, and unforgettable.

Location:

  • Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
  • Madrid, Spain (MAD)
  • Spain
10  Days | 8  nights

INCLUSIONS

  • Roundtrip flight to Barcelona (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
  • 8 nights of accommodation
  • Private airport transfers in Barcelona and Madrid
  • 8 breakfasts
  • Roundtrip high-speed train tickets (in selected class) between Barcelona and Madrid
  • More Moments activities included:
    • Half-day panoramic tour of Barcelona
    • Skip-the-line visit to the the Sagrada Família
    • 24hr Madrid Hop on Hop off sightseeing pass
  • Earn 4,000 extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour when you book and depart by September 30, 2024

ITINERARY

Day 1

Depart Canada

Fly to Barcelona.

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Day 2

Welcome to Barcelona

Upon arrival in Barcelona, take a private transfer to your hotel and check-in.

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Day 3

Barcelona: Sightseeing

Today, enjoy a panoramic tour of Barcelona, followed by a visit to the Sagrada Familia. Spend the afternoon at leisure.

More Moments Activities Included:
Barcelona Panoramic Tour and Sagrada Familia:
  • Drive along Passeig de Gracia to see the incredible houses designed by renowned architect Antoni Gaudi, Casa Batllo and La Pedrera.
  • Skip the line at Gaudi's unfinished temple, the Sagrada Familia, the single and most important site in Barcelona.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Days 4 & 5

Barcelona: At Leisure

Enjoy two days at leisure in the Catalan capital. Discover Barcelona's charming streets, filled with distinct boutiques, excellent restaurants and an incredible vibe all its own.

Meal(s): 2 breakfasts
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Day 6

Barcelona - Madrid (approx. 620 km)

After breakfast, make your way to the railway station to take a high-speed train (AVE) to Madrid. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and check-in.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 7

Madrid: Sightseeing

From the old Habsburg and Bourbon quarters to the present modern city, discover all the wonders of Madrid at your own pace.

More Moments Activities Included:
24 HR Madrid City Hop-On Hop-Off pass:

Discover Madrid and take full advantage of your Hop-On Hop-Off bus pass. Access all routes and stops with a single ticket on a double-decker, open-air coach with multilingual audio guide system and air conditioning.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 8

Madrid: At Leisure

After breakfast, explore the Spanish capital at your own pace. Madrid is home to fantastic museums, beautiful public squares and a non-stop nightlife.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 9

Madrid – Barcelona (approx. 620 km)

After breakfast, make your way to the railway station to take a high-speed train (AVE) to Barcelona. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and check-in.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 10

Barcelona - Return to Canada

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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ACCOMMODATIONS

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location
HOTEL
Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
HCC Mont Blanc (or similar)
Madrid, Spain (MAD)
Puerta de Toledo (or similar)
Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
HCC St. Moritz (or similar)
Madrid, Spain (MAD)
Emperador Hotel (or similar)

Room Specifications

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Bed size(s): 2 twin beds or 1 double bed
Room occupancy: max. 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child

IMPORTANT INFO

DEPARTURE DATES

November 01,2023 to December 31, 2024

MORE TO KNOW

Not included:

  • Transfers, unless noted
  • Meals, unless noted
  • Personal expenses and insurance

HOTEL CHECK-IN/OUT

Check in: 3 p.m.
Check out: 12 p.m.

ACTIVITIES

The afternoon panoramic tour of Barcelona,with Sagrada Familia operates in English everyday.

The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package, but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.

CITY TAXES

City taxes are applicable for hotel stays and are payable in local currency upon checkout. 

Pricing display

Prices take into account taxes and are rounded to the nearest full dollar. Full details on taxes and fees are on the booking page.