Day 1 – Arrival in Seville

Arrive in Seville, where you will be welcomed and privately transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to settle in and begin discovering the relaxed atmosphere of the Andalusian capital.

Day 2 – Seville Cathedral, the Giralda & Evening Flamenco

Explore Seville Cathedral and the iconic Giralda on an intimate small-group tour. Step inside one of the world’s largest Gothic cathedrals to admire its monumental altarpiece, historic chapels and the tomb traditionally associated with Christopher Columbus. Afterwards, ascend the gently sloping ramps of the Giralda for panoramic views across the city.

In the evening, experience the passion of Andalusian flamenco in an atmospheric tablao, where dancers, singers and musicians bring this powerful art form to life.

Day 3 – The Royal Alcázar of Seville

Discover the Royal Alcázar, a magnificent palace complex shaped by centuries of Islamic and Christian history. Explore the richly decorated Mudéjar Palace, elegant courtyards, ceremonial rooms and the Gothic Palace while learning about the monarchs and cultures that left their mark here.

The guided experience concludes in the Alcázar gardens, where you may remain after the tour and continue exploring at your own pace.

Day 4 – Rail Journey to Granada

After breakfast, transfer privately to Seville railway station for your journey to Granada. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, with the remainder of the day free to enjoy the city.

Day 5 – Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces

Experience Granada’s most celebrated monument on a comprehensive small-group tour of the Alhambra. Explore the Alcazaba fortress, the exquisite Nasrid Palaces and the Renaissance Palace of Charles V while discovering the history and artistic legacy of the Nasrid dynasty.

Continue through the elegant courtyards and landscaped gardens of the Generalife, once the peaceful summer retreat of Granada’s Moorish rulers.

Day 6 – High-Speed Train to Madrid

Transfer to Granada railway station and board the high-speed train to Madrid. Travel comfortably through the Spanish countryside before arriving in the capital, where a private transfer will take you to your hotel.

Day 7 – Royal Madrid & the Madrid of the Habsburgs

Discover Madrid’s royal heritage on a private half-day experience combining the magnificent Royal Palace with the historic Madrid de los Austrias.

Explore the palace’s richly decorated state rooms and ceremonial halls before continuing on foot through Old Madrid. Wander along narrow streets and elegant squares while uncovering the stories, traditions and hidden corners of the capital’s historic heart.

Day 8 – Toledo Small-Group Tour

Journey to Toledo, Spain’s former imperial capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its medieval streets and discover the Christian, Jewish and Islamic influences that shaped this remarkable city.

Visit Toledo Cathedral, see El Greco’s masterpiece The Burial of the Count of Orgaz inside the Church of Santo Tomé and explore the historic Jewish Quarter, including the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, before returning to Madrid.

Day 9 – Malasaña Evening Wine & Tapas Tour

Spend the day exploring Madrid independently before joining a small-group food tour through Malasaña, one of the capital’s most creative neighbourhoods.

Visit four locally owned tapas bars and restaurants, sampling a generous selection of Spanish specialities accompanied by vermouth, local beer and carefully selected wines. Along the way, meet the people behind the neighbourhood’s culinary scene and discover how traditional flavours blend with contemporary Madrid.

Day 10 – Departure

After breakfast, check out and enjoy a private transfer to Madrid Airport for your onward flight, taking with you wonderful memories of Spain.

• 9 nights’ accommodation with daily breakfast: 3 nights in Seville, 2 nights in Granada and 4 nights in Madrid
• Private airport and railway-station transfers
• Train tickets from Seville to Granada and Granada to Madrid
• Seville Cathedral and Giralda small-group tour
• Evening flamenco show in Seville
• Royal Alcázar small-group tour w/ fast-track admission
• Alhambra small-group tour; w/ admission to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, Palace of Charles V and Generalife
• Private half-day Royal Madrid tour w/ Royal Palace admission
• Half-day Toledo small-group tour with admission to Toledo Cathedral, Santo Tomé Church and Santa María la Blanca Synagogue
• Malasaña evening food tour with four tapas stops; food and drinks