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North of Spain Discovery 2027
10 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid
Tour Description:
If you have a passion for Spain, the northern regions cannot be missed! On this affordable North Spain tour, discover the hidden treasures of Galicia, Cantabria, Castilla & León, Asturias, and the Basque Countries, starting and ending your trip in Madrid. Start and end your adventure in the capital city of Spain, elegant Madrid. In between, explore some of the smaller, nonetheless charming towns of these regions, among them: Salamanca, with its lively Plaza Mayor; Santiago de Compostela, the ending point of the Camino pilgrimage; Lugo, boasting a Roman wall with 10 gates; A Coruña and its Trajan Tower; Santander, spectacularly set between mountains and coastline; Burgos, showcasing a magnificent Cathedral; Medina del Campo with the castle of La Mota, and Segovia, known for the Roman Aqueduct and the fairy-tale castle, source of inspiration for Walt Disney’s cartoons. Discover the highlights of Madrid with a Local Guide and enjoy views, flavors, people and sounds of these undiscovered provinces of mainland Spain.
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Dates & Pricing
| Wednesday 05 May 27 — Saturday 15 May 27 | Starting at $2,449 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 19 May 27 — Saturday 29 May 27 | Starting at $2,479 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 02 Jun 27 — Saturday 12 Jun 27 | Starting at $2,479 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 16 Jun 27 — Saturday 26 Jun 27 | Starting at $2,479 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 25 Aug 27 — Saturday 04 Sep 27 | Starting at $2,439 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 08 Sep 27 — Saturday 18 Sep 27 | Starting at $2,479 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 22 Sep 27 — Saturday 02 Oct 27 | Starting at $2,439 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 06 Oct 27 — Saturday 16 Oct 27 | Starting at $2,599 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 20 Oct 27 — Saturday 30 Oct 27 | Starting at $2,439 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 03 Nov 27 — Saturday 13 Nov 27 | Starting at $2,269 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:
- Guided sightseeing in Madrid
- Orientation tours in Salamanca, Lugo, A Coruña, Santander, Bilbao, Burgos, and Segovia
- Guided sightseeing in pilgrimage destination of Santiago de Compostela
- Ribera del Duero wine cellar with tasting
- Visit to Medina del Campo with photo stop at La Mota Castle
MEALS
MEALS ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN
Welcome to Spain! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Spain’s capital using your CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome meeting
Day 2 MADRID
Discover Madrid on the guided orientation tour with a Local Guide who will help you discover the city with some insider information. (B)
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BreakfastDay 3 MADRID–SALAMANCA–LEÓN
Leave Madrid to explore the pearls of Castilla & León, Salamanca. Take a walk through centuries of history, art, knowledge, and landmarks such as the famous University, one of the oldest in Europe, and the Plaza Mayor, crowned with 88 arches. Continue to León. Perhaps tonight you may wish to try the local cuisine or taste the Duero region wines with tapas in the ancient streets of "Barrio Húmedo".
Today’s Distance: 261 mi/ 420 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 4 LEÓN–LUGO–SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
The day starts with the visit of Lugo, a town known for the Roman wall, exceptionally well preserved and continuing to be the city's most distinctive architectural feature, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight’s host city is Santiago de Compostela, the completion point of the Saint James’ Way. Thousands of pilgrims, every year walk the Camino to reach the capital of Galicia and enter the iconic Cathedral. But Santiago de Compostela is a living city, with countless restaurants and bars to enjoy delicious Galician seafood, the old town centre, contemporary art... There's plenty to do in this city which combines history and tradition with a modern, younger side.
Today’s distance: 224 mi /360 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 5 SANTIAGO–A CORUÑA–OVIEDO
A Coruña’s distinctive landmark is the oldest Roman working lighthouse in the world, called Hercules Tower, but the town also boasts a rich historical centre and a scenic promenade along the Atlantic shores. Spend some time exploring and taking advantage of the Galician seafood dishes. The most famous one is Galician-style octopus (pulpo a la gallega). Overnight in Oviedo, closely linked to the Asturian monarchy since its foundation. Former capital of the Kingdom, it boasts a medieval historic quarter, transformed in modern times into a pleasant pedestrian area. Oviedo is famous for its natural cider production, one of Asturias’ specialities!
Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 6 OVIEDO–SANTANDER–BILBAO
Visit Santander, capital of the Cantabria region. Santander was the destination par excellence for royalty at the end of the 19th and early 20th centuries. A stroll through the old quarters, with its majestic buildings, takes us back to a distinguished past. Continue to Bilbao, in the Basque Countries and consider joining an optional excursion to iconic Guggenheim Museum, featuring an important private collection of modern and contemporary art.
Today’s Distance: 183 mi/ 295 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 7 BILBAO
Spend the day at leisure in Bilbao. Discover the contrast of the avant-garde with the traditional feel of the city, with charming streets and bars offering “pintxos,” or explore the La Ribera Market, a beautiful building where you can have the produce that you purchase cooked for you. You may join an optional excursion to the coast, where iconic scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed and discover the beauty and flavors of the Basque country. (B,D)
Breakfast Dinner
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DinnerDay 8 BILBAO–BURGOS–VALLADOLID
Burgos preserves distinct signs of its medieval splendor. It was the capital city of the unified kingdom of Castile and Leon for five centuries, and boasts one of the masterpieces of Spanish Gothic, its Cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site. Castile & Leon is a region of fine wines, and a visit to a Ribera del Duero wine cellar visit is included today. Continue to Valladolid, built on the banks of the Pisuerga River.
Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 290 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 9 VALLADOLID–MEDINA DEL CAMPO–SEGOVIA–MADRID
Medina del Campo’s most outstanding feature is the castle of La Mota, from the 15th century, whose silhouette dominates the town's skyline. Segovia boasts an impressive aqueduct from the days of the Roman Empire and a fortress that inspired Snow White’s Castle in Disneyland.
Today’s Distance: 137 mi/ 220 km (B)
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BreakfastDay 10 MADRID
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Madrid | Leon | Santiago de Compostela | Oviedo | Bilbao | Valladolid |
Hotel Madrid Chamartin
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