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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN BARCELONA, SPAIN Welcome to Barcelona! A Globus local Host will be waiting to welcome you at the hotel between 5pm and 7pm. Free time this afternoon.INSIDER PICKSYour first encounter with this captivating city will reveal to you why the motto, "Barcelona Inspires," is true. Stunning architecture, dazzling beaches, vibrant markets and delicious dishes, this city has so much to offer. For your first taste of the city, take a seat in a sidewalk cafè and soak up the lively atmosphere. Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the Insider Picks and dining tips you need.
- Day 2 BARCELONA Follow your Local Guide on a walking tour to discover the main attractions of the Gothic Quarter. Admire Güell Palace, the Gothic Cathedral, Boqueria Market, La Rambla, and Placa del la Catalunya. (B)INSIDER PICKSPhoto opportunities galore with a cable car ride up Montjuïc Hill. The panoramic views of beautiful make the entire journey a feast for the eyes; and there are plenty of fascinating attractions located on the hill.This evening, join an optional excursion to experience one of Spain's cultural treasures - the Flamenco! Enjoy a traditional Spanish buffet dinner with drinks and lose yourself in the powerful expressions of love, joy, and pain as professional performers tell their tales through rhythm, lyrics, guitar, and dance. Olé! More Insider Picks and entertainment tips are yours to discover on your GlobusGO mobile app.
- Day 3 BARCELONA The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)INSIDER PICKSOne of Barcelona's "must-sees" is the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, a testament to the masterwork of Antoni Gaudi. Built on the reliance of donations since the first stone was laid more than 130 years ago, the iconic church remains an unfinished masterpiece and the world's longest-running construction project. Other examples of Gaudi's work can be found around the city, one of the most famous being the Casa Batlló on the elegant boulevard Passeig de Gràcia. Take a ride to the top of Arena de Barcelona, a converted bull ring that now houses shops and restaurants for a panoramic view of the surrounding area. More must-see sights and Insider Picks are at your fingertips with your GlobusGO mobile app.
- Day 4 BARCELONA-MADRID Travel by high-speed train to Madrid. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)INSIDER PICKSThe city of Madrid has so much to offer, it is filled with intriguing stories and hidden secrets. Stroll around the streets and take pictures of "El Osoy y el Madrono" (The bear and the strawberry tree), the biggest symbol of the city. This evening, take an optional excursion that rewards you with a guided gastronomic journey through Madrid's Barrio de las Letras (Literary Quarter)--where some of Spain's greatest authors have lived and worked. Taste a wide selection of tapas and wine as you discover this Bohemian center. Find more Insider Picks and gastronomic suggestions on the GlobusGO mobile app.
- Day 5 MADRID This morning's guided walking tour features some of Madrid's most iconic sights including San Miguel market, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the Cibeles fountain. (B)INSIDER PICKSis home to some wonderful art galleries, including the Prado Museum which houses one of the world's largest art collections, including amazing masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. Join a private optional guided visit to discover the Prado's treasured sights.If contemporary Spanish art is more to your taste, the Reina Sofia Museum has a wonderful collection including works by Dalí, Miró and Picasso. For more artistic Insider Picks and hints on Madrid's museums, check out your GlobusGO mobile app.
- Day 6 MADRID The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)INSIDER PICKSJoin an optional excursion to Toledo the former Spanish capital, one of Europe's best preserved walled medieval cities, known as the "City of Three Cultures". Stroll along the cobblestone alleyways to experience this cultural melting pot of Jewish, Islamic, and Christian influence, evident in the city's well-preserved synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals. Celebrate your day with a visit to a local winery. Take a stroll through the Parque de el Buen Retiro, a green oasis in the city center, popular with the locals, though previously only accessible to royals. More Insider Picks and free time tips can be found on your GlobusGO mobile app.
- Day 7 MADRID Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Independent Barcelona & Madrid City Stay
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: City Stay
Start City: Barcelona
End City: Madrid
Meals: 6 Breakfasts
