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Travel Through History

Discover Spain's best spots and revel in this wonderful, warm country's vibrant history and culture. Begin in the capital city, Madrid, then travel to Córdoba, Seville and Barcelona and explore each city's unique qualities, from the history and beauty of Seville to the incredible architecture of Barcelona.

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:

  • Madrid, Spain (MAD)
  • Seville, Spain
  • Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain
  • Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
  • Spain
12  Days | 10  nights

INCLUSIONS

  • Flight to Barcelona (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
  • Private airport transfers in Barcelona
  • 10 nights of accommodation
  • 10 breakfasts
  • High-speed train between Barcelona and Madrid; Madrid and Córdoba; Córdoba and Seville; Seville and Barcelona (in More Moments : activities included:
    • 24hr Madrid Hop on Hop off sightseeing pass  
      Half-day sightseeing tour of Seville including the cathedral and Alcázar
    • Half-day panoramic tour of Barcelona (English-speaking guide)
    • Skip the line visit to the Sagrada Família (English-speaking guide)
  • 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. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore.

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Day 3

Barcelona - Madrid (approx. 620 km)

After breakfast, make your way to the railway station and board the train to Madrid via the high-speed train. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and check in.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 4

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 5

Madrid: At Leisure

After breakfast, head out and explore Madrid at your leisure.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 6

Madrid - Córdoba (approx. 375 km)

This morning, make your way to the railway station and travel to Córdoba via high-speed train. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel, check in, and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 7

Córdoba - Seville (approx. 140 km)

After breakfast, make your way to the railway station to take a high-speed train to Seville. Check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day getting to know Seville.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 8

Seville: Sightseeing

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Seville by minibus. 

More Moments Activities Included:
Seville Sightseeing Tour:
  • See the university, the Royal Tobacco Factory, the Plaza de España, the centrepiece of the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition, San Telmo Palace, The Golden Tower, Isabel II Bridge and the Basílica de La Macarena. Continue on to explore Barrio Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter, a labyrinth of narrow streets leading to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. Next, visit the Royal Alcázar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, home to Christopher Columbus's tomb.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 9

Seville - Barcelona (approx. 950 km)

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then make your way to the railway station and board your high-speed train to Barcelona. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and check in.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 10

Barcelona: Sightseeing

Discover the city via a half-day panoramic tour, then skip the line at the Sagrada Família. Spend the afternoon at your leisure.

More Moments Activities Included:
Barcelona Panoramic Tour and Sagrada Familia:
  • Enjoy a panoramic tour of Barcelona and delve into the surreal, fantastic world of renowned architect Antoni Gaudí. Drive along Passeig de Gràcia to see Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
  • Skip the line at Gaudí's unfinished temple, the Sagrada Família, the single and most important site in Barcelona.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 11

Barcelona: At Leisure

Spend the day exploring this wonderful city at your own pace. Barcelona is home to incredible museums, great boutiques and excellent restaurants.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 12

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
Madrid, Spain (MAD)
Puerta de Toledo (or similar)
Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain
Selu Hotel (or similar)
Seville, Spain
Don Paco Hotel (or similar)
Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
HCC Montblanc (or similar)
Madrid, Spain (MAD)
Hotel Emperador (or similar)
Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain
Macià Alfaros (or similar)
Seville, Spain
Hotel Bécquer (or similar)
Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
HCC St. Moritz (or similar)

Room Specifications

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

IMPORTANT INFO

DEPARTURE DATES

November 01,2023 to Decmeber 31, 2024

MORE TO KNOW

Not included

  • Meals, unless noted
  • Transfers, unless noted
  • Additional activities and excursions
  • Personal expenses and insurance

HOTEL CHECK-IN/OUT

Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.

ACTIVITIES

Seville Cathedral: the cathedral is closed on Sundays. Guests will visit Casa de Pilatos instead.

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. 

TRANSPORTATION

Upgrade to Premier Class train ticket available ($).

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.