Travel Through History
Overview
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.
Format
Locations
- Madrid
- Córdoba
- Seville
- Barcelona
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Barcelona (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
- Private airport transfers in Barcelona
- 10 nights of accommodation in selected category, including breakfast
- High-speed AVE train between Barcelona and Madrid; Madrid and Córdoba; Córdoba and Seville; Seville and Barcelona
- More Moments activities included:
- 24-hour Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing pass
- 24 hours Seville Hop on Hop off Sightseeing pass & Evening Flameco Show (make your own way)
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona with Sagrada Família skip-the-line ticket (English-speaking guide)
- Earn 4,000 extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour for travel completed by December 31, 2025
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Barcelona.
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.
Day 3
Barcelona - Madrid
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.
(Approximately 620 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
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
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24-hour 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
Day 5
Madrid: At Leisure
After breakfast, head out and explore Madrid at your leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Madrid - Córdoba
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.
(Approximately 375 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Córdoba - Seville
After breakfast, make your way to the railway station to take a high-speed train to Seville. Check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day getting to know Seville.
(Approximately 140 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Seville: Sightseeing
From its awe-inspiring architecture to its lively festivals, Seville offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity that you can enjoy at your pace.
More Moments Activities Included
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24-hour Seville City Hop-On Hop-Off Pass
Discover Seville 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.
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Seville “Evening Flamenco Show"
Enjoy a one hour flamenco performance (pre-booked) at a local “Tablao”in the city center, featuring live Flamenco singers, dancers and
guitar player. Make your own way.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Seville - Barcelona
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.
(Approximately 950 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
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
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Barcelona Panoramic Tour and Sagrada Família
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
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
Day 12
Barcelona - Return to Canada
After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (2 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (2 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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November 1, 2023 to Decmeber 31, 2025
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Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
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Seville Cathedral: the cathedral is closed on Sundays. Guests will visit Casa de Pilatos instead.
The afternoon panoramic tour of Barcelona, with Sagrada Família 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.
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Upgrade to Premier Class train ticket available ($).
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City taxes are applicable for hotel stays and are payable in local currency upon checkout.
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.