8 Day Art Cities of Spain
Barcelona | Valencia | Madrid
8 Days | 7 Nights
Starting at $2,049* Land Only and $3,039* Air & Land* per person
Departure Dates: December 03, 2026
Experience the artistic heart of Spain on this enriching 8-day journey through Barcelona, Valencia, and Madrid. Admire the architectural brilliance of Antoni Gaudí, including the iconic Sagrada Família and the colorful Park Güell in Barcelona. Visit the renowned wine region of Penedès for a memorable tasting experience before exploring Valencia’s striking City of Arts and Sciences. Continue to the vibrant capital of Madrid, home to grand boulevards, royal landmarks, and the world-famous Prado Museum. Complete your adventure with a visit to the medieval city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its rich cultural heritage. This tour perfectly combines art, history, architecture, and authentic Spanish experiences for an unforgettable European getaway.
Special Features
- View Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia, the iconic symbol of Barcelona
- Explore the colorful Park Guell, Barcelona's most famous park
- View Valencia’s extraordinary City of Arts and Sciences and its breathtaking avant-garde architecture
- Tour Penedes, one of the most exciting wine regions in Spain for wine tasting at a local cellar
- Visit the renowned Prado Museum with its astonishing collection of Goya and El Greco masterpieces
- Travel to Toledo, a city that still retains a medieval atmosphere, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site
DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Spain
Depart for Spain
DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Barcelona
Arrive in the dynamic city of Barcelona, with its stunning modernist architecture, and transfer to your hotel. Most flights arrive in the early morning, and your room may not be ready for you. In this case, leave your luggage with the concierge and your Tour Manager will provide suggestions for you to begin to explore the city on your own. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Wednesday - Barcelona City Tour
Begin the day in this artistic city with a drive along the Old Harbor to Plaza Catalunya, the city's bustling main square. Pass works of Gaudi, the master architect, including the Casa Batllo, seemingly constructed from skulls and bones. Then, continue to view the iconic symbol of Barcelona, Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia, a colossal church that is legendary and still unfinished*. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Guell, Barcelona's most famous park, a playful creation by Gaudi. Learn intriguing facts about its creator and admire the park's colorful design and intricate tile work. The rest of the day is at leisure. Choose the optional tour to Montserrat. Take a relaxing drive by the picturesque villages of the province to reach Montserrat Mountain. On arrival, visit the Royal Basilica, where you will see the 12th century Romanesque sculpture of Virgen Moreneta
*Entrance to La Sagrada Familia is not included. Passengers can visit on their own and are advised to book tickets in advance.
Optional: Half Day Montserrat Tour (PM)
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Thursday - Wine Tasting in Penedes, Fairytale Peniscola, The "Garden City" of Valencia
Head through Costa Dorada to the wine country of Penedes, one of the most exciting wine regions in Spain. A wide range of wine styles are produced here including the traditional (sparkling) white and rosé Cava. Winemaking in the region dates back millennia. The ancient Romans have left here many vestiges of their wine production. Stop at one of the wine cellars for a tasting of the local wines. Afterwards, drive along the Mediterranean coast to the fortified fairytale city of Peniscola crowned by a Templar castle featured in the movie "El Cid." View the lighthouse, built on a rocky headland, and the lighthouse keeper's cottage with its precipitous winding steps leading down to the sea. Later, continue traveling to the "garden city" of Valencia for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Valencia
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Friday - Valencia City Tour
On the morning tour, hear about "El Cid," Spain's national hero who fought against the Moors. Discover this treasure trove of Roman and Arabic architecture before continuing to the City Gates and City Hall. Arrive at the fantastic City of Arts and Sciences, designed by contemporary artist Santiago Calatrava. This huge scientific and cultural complex stands out because of its extraordinary avant-garde architecture. During a tour of the Palau de les Arts*, gain insight into the design and history of the building and marvel at its shimmering trencadis exterior. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps participate in the optional Paella Cooking Class with Dinner. Learn how to prepare Paella Valenciana in the city where this delicious dish was created. This freestyle combination of rice, meat, and vegetables is a popular regional dish and a staple in most Valencian diets
*During the month of August, Palau de les Arts will be replaced with La Lonja de la Seda.
Optional: Paella Cooking Class with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Valencia
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Saturday - Travel to Madrid
Depart Valencia and travel to the lively metropolis of Madrid, capital of Spain. Check into the hotel with free time before dinner tonight, or join the optional tour to Escorial. Visit what has often been described as the eighth wonder of the world. El Escorial is, perhaps, Philip II´s most enduring legacy to Spain. This combination monastery-palace-mausoleum is situated approximately one hour outside of Madrid in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains
Optional: Half Day Escorial Tour (PM)
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Sunday - Medieval Toledo, Tour Madrid's Treasures
In the morning, head to Toledo, the former capital city of Spain that still retains its medieval atmosphere and charm. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, Toledo is known for its extensive monumental heritage and historical coexistence of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish cultures. Walk through the ancient Jewish Quarter and Plaza de Zocodover. Continue to the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue with its beautiful Moorish architecture, the oldest synagogue in Europe still standing, and the St. Tome Church, with its brilliant El Greco masterpiece. Then, return to Madrid for an afternoon city tour. The tour of Madrid's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles with its striking buildings. View the magnificent Royal Palace, Europe's second largest. Then on to the renowned Prado Museum. Stand before an astonishing collection of masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, El Greco and more
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Monday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
Featured Hotels
(Hotels may vary based on departure day of the week)
| Monday Departure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hesperia Presidente | Barcelona | |
| Ilunion Aqua 4 | Valencia | |
| Aloft Madrid Gran Via | Madrid | |
| Hotel Riu Plaza Espana | Madrid | |
| Thursday Departure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hesperia Presidente | Barcelona | |
| Ilunion Aqua 4 | Valencia | |
| Aloft Madrid Gran Via | Madrid | |
| Hotel Riu Plaza Espana | Madrid | |
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Package Includes:
Flights New York-Barcelona, Madrid-New York
- Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
- 6 nights accommodations
- 2 nights Barcelona
- 2 nights Valencia
- 2 nights Madrid
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
- 9 meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Services of local guides
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Tips for porters, wait staff & local guides on included services
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
Exclusions:
Optional tours and gratuities (unless otherwise specified).
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Accommodation Details:
Triples may be accommodated in a twin and a single room.
Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
Contact Jaya Travel for more information about the 8 Day Art Cities of Spain Tour
*Prices are land only per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply. For complete terms and conditions, please call 1-877 FLY JAYA (359-5292).