Madrid.-

Welcome to Europamundo. Arrival in Madrid. Transfer to the hotel.

Important:

Please note that hotel check-in is usually at 2:00 p.m. If you need an early check-in, plase consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.

Additional nights: If you have booked additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival; however, you will meet your tour guide when the scheduled activities begin. Until then, please feel free to enjoy the city at your leisure. At reception, you will find an information board with our team´s telephone number and details regarding the activities. If you need further assistance, the hotel staff is available to help at any time.

Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them to enhance your trip experience.
4:00 p.m. Panoramic tour of Madrid. Please note that this time may vary slightly depending on the arrival times of most group members. The content of the panoramic tour may also vary depending on traffic conditions and the season. The tour will last approximately two and a half hours. You will see: Cibeles Fountain, Puerta de Alcalá, Retiro Park, Serrano Street, Castellana Avenue, Colón Square, Paseo del Prado, the exterior of the Prado Museum, Atocha Station, and the Royal Palace.

It will end in the Plaza Mayor area, a traditional spot known for its tapas bars. Our guide will walk you through the area to show you where the main taverns and restaurants are located.

Madrid

Free day. We suggest visiting the Prado Museum or to go shopping in the city center. Our guides will also offer an optional excursion to the historic city of Toledo, the former Spanish imperial capital, where you can admire its impressive monumental heritage.

Madrid - Segovia - Pedraza - Bilbao

Total distance covered: 450 km.

Scenery: Tilled hills of the Castile plateau; lush and green landscapes in the Basque Country.

Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking on the cobblestone streets.

08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we’ll depart from Madrid, heading into the scenic lands of Castile, with its beautiful mountain landscapes.
10:00 a.m. - Segovia. Upon arrival, we’ll take a scenic route around the city to reach Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos, a viewpoint from which you’ll enjoy the best views of the Alcazar of Segovia, the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s Maleficent’s castle in Sleeping Beauty, along with its impressive walls. We’ll then park near the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia, built in the 1st century and used until 1973, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have free time to explore the old town, have lunch, and visit the Plaza Mayor, where you can see the cathedral and the Alcazar.

02:00 p.m. - Departure from Segovia. We’ll continue along scenic roads that offer a closer look at the charming villages and landscapes.
02:45 p.m. - Pedraza. Enjoy some time in this village, often regarded as one of the most beautiful in Spain. This well-preserved medieval town boasts cobblestone streets, historic buildings, a charming Plaza Mayor, and a 13th-century fortress.

04:15 p.m. - Departure from Pedraza. We’ll continue our journey toward the Basque Country.
08:30 p.m. - Bilbao. Enjoy free time in the old town, famous for its many taverns and bars where you can try the renowned “pintxos.”

09:30 p.m. - Transfer to the hotel.

Bilbao - Guernica - San Sebastian

Total distance covered: 127 km.Scenery: industrial cities set against beautiful, green, and mountainous landscapes. Traditional Basque farmhouses can be seen dotting the mountainsides.

After breakfast, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country and the region´s primary economic and cultural engine. Situated along the banks of the Nervion River, this modern and dynamic city is a world-class example of urban renewal and contemporary architecture. During our sightseeing tour, we will explore its main highlights, including its wide avenues, elegant buildings and revitalized riverside districts. The tour will conclude at the Guggenheim Museum, where you will have free time to explore, have lunch, or visit the museum.

02:15 p.m. – Departure from Bilbao. After lunch, we’ll continue our journey.
03:00 p.m. - Guernica. Arrival and time for a stroll in this town, the birthplace of the Basque people, but sadly also known for being the site of one of the most tragic massacres of the Spanish Civil War, famously depicted in Pablo Picasso´s painting. Here, you’ll see the Tree of Guernica, beneath whose branches the Basque Country was granted its autonomy during the Middle Ages.

04:15 p.m. - Departure from Guernica. We’ll continue our scenic route through the mountains.
05:30 p.m. - San Sebastián/Donostia. Arrival in the elegant capital of Gipuzkoa. We will go up the hill to Monte Igueldo, from where you will have one of the most spectacular views of the city. Afterward, we´ll head to the city center, and you can enjoy the extensive beach, stroll around its grand boulevards and lively Old Town; a charming network of narrow streets where tradition and culinary culture meet.

08:30 p.m. - At the end of the day, in the Old Town, we will taste some pintxos and drink (included), which are typical of Basque gastronomy.

09:30 p.m. - Transfer to our hotel.

San Sebastian - Burdeaux

Total distance covered: 294 km
Scenery: Green, wooded landscapes in the Basque Country; pine-covered plains in France’s Landes region; vineyards as we approach Bordeaux.

8.30 a.m. - Departure from San Sebastian.09:00 a.m. - Hondarribia. Once we
arrive, you will have free time in one of the most beautiful towns in the
Basque Country, known for its lovely beach, walls, and charming historic
center, striking for the grid-like pattern of its narrow and cobblestone
streets.
11:00 a.m. - Departure from Hondarribia.
11:30 a.m. - Basque Cider Museum (admission and tasting included). Before returning to San Sebastian, we´ll make a stop in this interesting museum where we can learn about this Basque tradition, its history and production process, and the cultural role it has played over time.

12:30 p.m. - Departure from the Museum and we go back to San Sebastian where we will enjoy some free time to have lunch and a last stroll before continuing.

4:15 p.m. – San Sebastián – Departure. We cross into France. After passing through the French Basque Country, we enter the Landes region, with its pine forests and lakes. As we approach our destination, the vineyards of Bordeaux’s renowned wine country await.

7:15 p.m. – Bordeaux – Arrival. Our guide will provide a brief orientation of the city. Free time; we suggest taking a stroll through the city center.

Bordeaux - Lourdes

Total distance covered: 270 km.

Scenery: Picturesque vineyard landscapes.

Take time to savor the center of Bordeaux, which has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch, or if you wish, you can visit Cité du Vin, an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine.

02:00 p.m. Departure from Bordeaux. We will continue our journey towards the Pyrenees.
05:30 p.m. - Arrival in Lourdes. Time to visit the Sanctuary. We recommend attending the candlelight procession, typically held at 9 p.m. from late March to late October. Dinner included.

Lourdes - Sallent de Gállego - Zaragoza - Madrid

Total distance covered: 575 km
Scenery: Beautiful mountain landscapes in the morning. Picturesque villages along the way.

08:00 hrs. – Lourdes – Departure. We cross the Pyrenees mountain range, the natural border between France and Spain, among high peaks snow-covered for many months of the year and stunning scenery.

10:00 hrs. – Sallent de Gállego. Very close to the French border, we make a short stop to discover this typical little village of the Aragonese Pyrenees, with its Gothic church and medieval stone bridge.

11:00 hrs. – Sallent – Departure. We continue through the mountains.

13:15 hrs. – Zaragoza. Stop in the vibrant capital of Aragon for lunch, to explore its historic quarter, and to discover the great Plaza del Pilar, with its cathedral and basilica, home to the venerated Virgin of the Pilar.

16:30 hrs. – Zaragoza – Departure.

21:00 hrs. – Madrid – Arrival at the end of the day.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.