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Northern Spain: Barcelona to Porto



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Step back in time on a journey that spans centuries and borders... and creates an authentic sense of place. Northern Spain captivates with a diversity of landscapes and cultural riches...
Nature lovers revel in the majesty of the spectacular Asturias and Galicia. History buffs marvel at San Sebastián, and art and architecture aficionados find paradise in Barcelona and Bilbao. Pilgrims seek miracles along the Camino de Santiago; visitors, Hemingway included, have been invariably moved by the traditions of Pamplona; and lovers of food – and fun – savor the taste of tapas in neighborhood bars and cafés tucked in narrow medieval lanes from little rural towns to the modern metropolis that is Porto. Linking people and places with history and charm, Spain's unique historic paradors and elegant resort hotels offer a legacy of genuine hospitality and service along the way.

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Step back in time on a journey that spans centuries and borders... and creates an authentic sense of place. Northern Spain captivates with a diversity of landscapes and cultural riches... Nature lovers revel in the majesty of the spectacular Asturias and Galicia. History buffs marvel at San Sebastián, and art and architecture aficionados find paradise in Barcelona and Bilbao. Pilgrims seek miracles along the Camino de Santiago; visitors, Hemingway included, have been invariably moved by the traditions of Pamplona; and lovers of food – and fun – savor the taste of tapas in neighborhood bars and cafés tucked in narrow medieval lanes from little rural towns to the modern metropolis that is Porto. Linking people and places with history and charm, Spain's unique historic paradors and elegant resort hotels offer a legacy of genuine hospitality and service along the way.

Highlights
TAUCK'S YELLOW ROADS – Cultural charms and spectacular scenery entice during stays in a Frank Gehry masterpiece, the Belle Époque era - Maria Cristina and historic paradors 
Explorations, winery tours and tastings in the famed Rioja Valley wine region
A full day journey to French Basque country including visits to Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz

ITINERARY

Arrive Barcelona
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Le Méridien Barcelona. A transfer is included from Barcelona Airport or the Barcelona França Train Station to Le Méridien Barcelona on Las Ramblas. Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight.

Gothic sights & whimsy in Barcelona
Today, walk along the tree-lined pedestrian promenade of Las Ramblas with a local guide who leads you through the cobblestone lanes of Barcelona's 14th-century Gothic quarter, Barri Gòtic, a medieval warren of Roman relics, hidden courtyards, shops, and alfresco cafés, to the Plaça de la Catedral.  City of counts and kings of Aragon, Barcelona boasts many landmark sites that were preserved in the 19th century expansion ("L'Eixample") into today's modern metropolis. Your city tour will also include a drive through hilltop Montjuic, rewarding with panoramic views, and a visit to Gaudí's unfinished basilica, la Sagrada Família, artistically and architecturally unique, and awe-inspiring in every detail. Spend the rest of the day exploring Barcelona as you wish.    

Zaragoza & on to wine country
Board a high-train for a rail journey through the Spanish countryside to Zaragoza, one of the oldest cities in Spain with a rich history that dates back to the Roman Empire. Enjoy a visit to the expansive Plaza del Pilar and explore Zaragoza's Old Town on a walk with a local guide before free time for lunch. Drive to your Frank-Gehry designed hotel this afternoon in the Rioja Valley for a two-night stay and have dinner in the winery tonight.

Wine tasting in Rioja Valley
Begin your day with a tour and tasting at the Marqués de Riscal winery, founded in 1858. Next, head to Laguardia, a walled medieval town for lunch on your own and time to explore its wealth of historic features, including the Church of Santa María de los Reyes or spend the afternoon enjoying the amenities at your hotel. Join us for dinner in a local restaurant featuring regional fare.

Pamplona & seaside San Sebastián
Drive to Pamplona this morning, immortalized in Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises," and walk the famous route followed during the town's annual running of the bulls. After free time for lunch and personal exploration, it's off to coastal San Sebastián, the culinary capital of Spain, and inviting with oceanfront views of its world-famous surfing beach and medieval-inspired city center. Have dinner at your elegant Belle-Époque hotel tonight.

Medieval charms of San Sebastián & Basque Country pinxtos
Join a knowledgeable local guide this morning for an immersive walking tour along San Sebastián's picturesque Concha Bay, exploring both the charming old town and vibrant new town. Be sure to bring your appetite as lunchtime offers a delightful Pintxos food tour through the historic streets of the old town. Pintxos, a beloved culinary tradition from Spain's Basque Country, resemble tapas but are uniquely served on slices of bread and secured with skewers or toothpicks as the word "pintxos" literally translates to "thorn" or "spike." Following your gastronomic journey, enjoy free time in the afternoon to wander at your leisure, savoring the city's beauty and culture at your own pace.

French Basque country
Drive to the Biarritz lighthouse, dating back to 1834, admiring the mountainous coast of Spain as you make your way there. Next, continue to the charming village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz for a walking tour and free time for lunch before returning to San Sebastian for an evening spent as you please.

Bilbao, the Guggenheim & a country parador
Visit the iconic Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao this morning, a Frank Gehry-designed showcase for large-scale contemporary works by international and Basque artists. Continue to Santillana del Mar, stopping for lunch at the Parador Gil Blas. Continue to Cangas de Onis, the site of a restored ancient monastery believed to have been founded by King Alfonso I in the 8th century.

Parador pastimes & cider tasting
Spend the morning indulging in the scenic beauty surrounding your rural parador before departing your hotel for a cider tasting experience. Learn about cider production and try your hand at pouring the drink like the locals do from above your head! Lunch family style as you enjoy an "Espicha," a traditional Asturian meal celebrated during harvest time. Drive to your restored monastery parador in León where dinner is at your leisure.

A Pilgrimage to Santiago
Explore medieval León on a walking tour this morning, seeing a mix of historic and artistic monuments from various periods across the centuries. Stop for lunch in the hills of the Bierzo wine region en route to the world-famous pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela before checking in to your hotel late this afternoon, the historic Parador de Santiago de Compostela (also known as Parador de los Reyes Catolicos). Considered to be one of the oldest hotels in the world,  your hotel the Parador dos Reis Catolico has welcomed travelers since the 15th century. Dine tonight at your choice of restaurants in the parador.

Sights of Santiago de Compostela
When what was believed to be the grave of St. James the Greater was discovered in this region of what is now northern Spain in the ninth century, hundreds of thousands began making the arduous pilgrimage along El Camino de Santiago – the Way of St. James – on foot to visit it. Legend has it that a bright star led a shepherd boy to the forgotten tomb of the apostle; today your local guide leads the way on a guided walking tour of the town's historic quarter and a visit to the world-famous 11th-century Romanesque Cathedral of St. James, home to the relics of the saint. Following lunch at your historic parador, the rest of the day is free to spend as you like. If you wish, you too could walk in the footsteps of pilgrims who have made their way here from around the world for centuries on an optional three mile active hike along the final stretch of the Camino.

Spanish mussels in Galicia & drive to Porto
Take a boat ride to a mussel farm on the Galician coast, where you will discover how mussels and other shellfish are farmed, enjoying a tasting during your visit. Cross into Portugal as you drive to Porto this afternoon for a two-night stay in a restored 18th-century palace hotel located in the heart of the city. Dine at your leisure tonight.

A rabelo boat ride on the Douro
Join a local guide for a sightseeing tour of Porto; world famous for its port wine, the city's historic center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1996. Enjoy a boat ride on a traditional rabelo boat as you cruise under the city's iconic bridges on the Douro River, followed by a free afternoon. Join us this evening for a farewell reception and dinner,  where tastings of Portugal's liquid gold are sure to delight.

Journey home
Tour ends: Porto Fly home anytime. A transfer from the Hotel Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia to Porto Airport is included. Allow three hours for flight check-in at the airport.

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