Tour overview

This 8-day trip crosses northern Spain from the Mediterranean to the capital by train and bus. A local leader travels with the group, which numbers no more than twelve. You stay seven nights in hotels, with breakfast most days.

From Barcelona you take the train to Pamplona, city of the bull run, for a leader-led walk, then travel to San Sebastián for its beaches, the Monte Igueldo funicular and a free day among its famous pintxos bars.

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In the Rioja capital, Logroño, you join a txikiteo tapas crawl, then visit the medieval wine town of Laguardia for a winery tour and tasting before finishing in Madrid.

The physical rating is low. This trip suits food lovers who want northern Spain in a week.

Trip highlights

  • Pamplona (Day 2)
  • The Monte Igueldo funicular (Day 3)
  • A free day in San Sebastián (Day 4)
  • A pintxos crawl in Logroño (Day 5)
  • A winery visit in Laguardia (Day 6)
  • Madrid (Day 7)

Your route

7 stops from Barcelona to Madrid

8-day route: Barcelona – Pamplona – San Sebastián – Logroño – Laguardia – Madrid
  1. Barcelona Day 1
  2. Pamplona Day 2
  3. San Sebastian Days 3–4
  4. Bilbao Day 4
  5. Logroño Days 5–6
  6. Laguardia Day 6
  7. Madrid Days 7–8

Why choose this tour

Northern Spain's food capitals in a week. A small group with a local leader.

Best suited to

  • Food and wine lovers
  • Solo travellers
  • First-time visitors to the north
  • Budget-minded travellers
Traditional pintxos with ham and cheese

Day-by-day itinerary

8 days from Barcelona, Spain to Madrid, Spain

  1. Day 1 · Barcelona Barcelona

    A welcome meeting.

    Hotel
    Hotel
  2. Day 2 · Pamplona Pamplona

    The bull-run city.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  3. Day 3 · San Sebastián San Sebastián

    Monte Igueldo.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  4. Day 4 · San Sebastián San Sebastián

    A free day.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  5. Day 5 · Logroño Logroño

    A tapas crawl.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  6. Day 6 · Laguardia Laguardia

    A winery visit.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  7. Day 7 · Madrid Madrid

    The capital.

    Hotel
    Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  8. Day 8 · Madrid Madrid

    The trip ends.

    Meals
    Breakfast
A colourful street in Pamplona

Where you stay

  • Barcelona (1 night) Hotel
  • Pamplona (1 night) Hotel
  • San Sebastián (2 nights) Hotel
  • Logroño (2 nights) Hotel
  • Madrid (1 night) Hotel

Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation 7 nights in hotels
  • Meals 7 breakfasts
  • Trains and buses
  • Leader-led walks in Pamplona, San Sebastián, Logroño and Madrid
  • Monte Igueldo funicular
  • Pintxos crawl, winery visit and tasting
  • Local leader throughout

Not included

  • Flights
  • Meals not included 6 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Optional activities
  • Travel insurance and personal spending
A historic hilltop village in La Rioja

This trip might not be for you if…

Honest disclaimer — please read

  • You want luxury hotels
  • You want most meals included
  • You want a beach holiday
  • You want flights included — they are not

Good to know

Meals by day Breakfast: Days 2–8 · Lunch: none included · Dinner: none included
The main square of Laguardia

In pictures

Departures & prices

From £1,795 per person, twin share, tour only. 38 upcoming departures.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.

What financial protection do I get?

Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.

Do I need a visa for Spain?

No, UK citizens can visit Spain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. Check gov.uk for the latest EU entry rules before you travel.

How do we travel?

By train and public bus.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast most days, plus the pintxos crawl and wine tasting.

Is there free time?

Yes, a full free day in San Sebastián.

Can I have my own room?

A single supplement is available on request.

How many people travel together?

No more than twelve travellers, with a local leader.

Can you tailor the trip?

Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.

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Tailor-made option

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