Adventure in Spain
Experience historical sights alongside icons of Spanish art and literature.
See masterpieces by Velázquez, Seville's Barrio de Santa Cruz, and the famous Alhambra in Granada. From Madrid’s Palacio Real to the Cathedral of Toledo, discover the many religious and cultural influences that have made Spain the eclectic country it is today.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Enjoy lunch in Madrid
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 4: Madrid
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo with Zip-Line Experience
This guided optional excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. After seeing Toledo, ride Europe's longest urban zip-line over the Tagus River. Enjoy free time before returning to Madrid. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Duration is approx. 6 hours. Travelers must weigh below 200lbs to zip line.
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Day 5: Madrid • Consuegra • Granada
Travel via Consuegra to Granada
See Don Quixote's windmills
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Granada flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. The duration of the performance is one hour and includes an hour-long walk around the Albaicín quarter, with views of the Alhambra.
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Day 6: Granada • Seville
Take a guided tour of the Alhambra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gardens of Generalife
- Summer Palace
- Alcazaba Fortress
- Medina Arab baths
- Charles' V (5th) Palace
- Partal Palace
Compete in a "City Challenge" scavenger hunt
Travel to Seville
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Day 7: Seville • Costa del Sol
See the Plaza de España
Take a guided tour of Seville
With your expert local guide you will see:
- María Luisa Park
- Barrio de Santa Cruz
Visit the Seville Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
Travel to the Costa del Sol
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Day 8: Costa del Sol
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Gibraltar
Experience Gibraltar, a British territory situated on a 2.6-mile stretch of limestone that rises from the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea. You’ll visit the Punta Europa to learn about natural gas production, discover the peninsula’s fascinating network of caves and grottos, and see the remains of the once dominating Moorish Castle. Get a firsthand look at the playful Barbary macaque—Europe's only wild monkey population—while taking in the spectacular views from the “Top of the Rock.” From here, glimpse the influence of British traders and merchants as you peruse the goods of Gibraltar's bustling shopping district.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 1 more day
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Day 9: Costa del Sol
Enjoy a hands-on day interacting with local farmers and villagers
With your Tour Director you will:
- Tour a centuries-old almond and olive farms
- Prepare a traditional meal with local residents
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
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Day 2: Madrid
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 3: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Enjoy lunch in Madrid
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 4: Madrid
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo with Zip-Line Experience
This guided optional excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. After seeing Toledo, ride Europe's longest urban zip-line over the Tagus River. Enjoy free time before returning to Madrid. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Duration is approx. 6 hours. Travelers must weigh below 200lbs to zip line.
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Day 5: Madrid • Consuegra • Granada
Travel via Consuegra to Granada
See Don Quixote's windmills
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Granada flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. The duration of the performance is one hour and includes an hour-long walk around the Albaicín quarter, with views of the Alhambra.
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Day 6: Granada • Seville
Take a guided tour of the Alhambra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Gardens of Generalife
- Summer Palace
- Alcazaba Fortress
- Medina Arab baths
- Charles' V (5th) Palace
- Partal Palace
Compete in a "City Challenge" scavenger hunt
Travel to Seville
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Day 7: Seville • Costa del Sol
See the Plaza de España
Take a guided tour of Seville
With your expert local guide you will see:
- María Luisa Park
- Barrio de Santa Cruz
Visit the Seville Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
Travel to the Costa del Sol
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Day 8: Costa del Sol
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Gibraltar
Experience Gibraltar, a British territory situated on a 2.6-mile stretch of limestone that rises from the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea. You’ll visit the Punta Europa to learn about natural gas production, discover the peninsula’s fascinating network of caves and grottos, and see the remains of the once dominating Moorish Castle. Get a firsthand look at the playful Barbary macaque—Europe's only wild monkey population—while taking in the spectacular views from the “Top of the Rock.” From here, glimpse the influence of British traders and merchants as you peruse the goods of Gibraltar's bustling shopping district.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 1 more day
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Day 9: Costa del Sol
Enjoy a hands-on day interacting with local farmers and villagers
With your Tour Director you will:
- Tour a centuries-old almond and olive farms
- Prepare a traditional meal with local residents
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (8 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily (lunch instead of dinner on day 3)
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Guided sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 2 walking tours; 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director with extension
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Entrances
Prado; Palacio Real; Alhambra; Seville Cathedral; with extension: olive oil factory; organic vegetable garden; Historical House Museum
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
