Visit Spain’s star attractions on a classic tour through its heart. Starting in Madrid, let your imagination unfold on a journey through this beautiful country oozing with charm, and visit the people and cities that reflect Spain’s fascinating history and culture

Day 1 - Madrid

In the 9th century emir Muhamad I built a fortress to protect the routes to Toledo. For 250 years Mayrit would be the north border of al-Andalus. Unfortunately, few traces has been left.

Madrid, artistic, vibrant and filled with culinary hotspots spending your time seeing the Gran Via, Plaza de Espana, Royal Palace & Puerta del Sol (the city’s main square) will not go to waste as you explore the heart of the city. Walk the Madrid de los Austrias and La Latina the muslim quarter Moreria for centuries after the christian conquest in 1085

Day 2 - Madrid & Toledo

Continue the journey now heading to Qurtuba, the old capital of al-Andalus where you will learn about the Umayyad dynasty. On the way, a quick stop in Toledo or visit this historic city which is an Unesco heritage. Located on a high craggy rock and is encircled by the Tagus River Toledo has a great historic significance. Follow the trace of the Islamic past like the old Mosque of Bad Al Mardum, Casa de Tornerias or Bib-Sacra gates.

Enjoy the view over the river and fields surrounding from the viewpoint de El Valle. Feel the vibe of Zocodover Square, the impressive gothic Cathedral and the city hall. Venture into the artisan shops seeking for original pieces of Damasquino art. You should delight with a marzipan tasting, the sweet treat made from almond meal, honey and sugar has been produced in this city for generations. Back to Madrid for overnight.

Day 3 Madrid & Cordoba

Qurtuba was the former capital of al-Andalus by the first Umayyad emir, Abd al-Rahman I in the early 8th-century. During the muslim period, Cordoba became a center of knowledge with countless libraries, schools and universities.
Guided tour in the old Mosque of Cordoba, famous for its red and white arches and its mihrab the site is a World Heritage protected by the Unesco, today, cathedral of Cordoba. Afterwards, we will explore the old muslim quarter, nowadays known as the “Jewish quarter”. Walking through these narrow streets you will learn the history of this neighborhood listed by UNESCO as world heritage while enjoy the beauty of its whitewashed houses and courtyards full of flowers. We will see many examples of islamic architecture from Al Andalus times. Take a nice shot from the roman bridge and the Calahorra tower.
Pop in the arts & crafts shops and discover the local handcrafts. Visit a jewelry to see why cordobese workshops of silver and gold are world famous in techniques like the filigree.

Day 4 - Cordoba & Seville

We will visit the archeological site of Madinat Al Zahra, a city built by caliph Abd al-Rahman III in the 10th century to show the world the splendor of its kingdom. Located 8 km away from the city center, it is listed as world heritage by UNESCO for it’s great example of the sophisticated urban planification in al-Andalus. Continue the journey to Seville the capital of the Andalusia region.

Day 5 - Seville

The islamic imprint of ancient Isbilya is not large, as the city falled in 1248 in hands of Fernando III, but it deserves a visit for its beautiful architecture, nature and the river Wadi al-Kabir. In times of the caliphate, an important route to Cordoba. Seville was a wealthy city for years thanks to the bustling activity of its river port which flows into the Atlantic ocean. Here were established the main routes for trading with the New World since the America conquest (1492).
Discover the islamic heritage of this city. Today belltower of Seville’s cathedral, la Giralda was once the minaret of the old Masjid of muslim Isbiliya. The Golden Tower is another landmark of the city. We will continue exploring the historic district and Santa Cruz quarter, and we will walk along the boulevard on the banks of the river Guadalquivir on our way to the beautiful Plaza de España. Tour in the Royal Alcazar of Seville.

Day 6 - Seville & Granada

Explore the Albaicin quarter, an UNESCO heritage site. We will walk through the riverside boulevard to see the 16th century palaces and lovely bridges, and explore narrow streets of this historic quarter. Stop in beautiful lookouts like San Nicolas square and lively streets. Later, we will explore the Sacromonte quarter where you will amaze with the house-caves.
Optional Add-on: Flamenco Show 20.00 EUR

Day 7- Granada

enjoy the private guided tour of the Alhambra including Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba and Generalife. Visit to the museum inside Carlos V Palace. Discover the local handicrafts: the Fajalauza a traditional ceramic technique of hand painted glazed clay brought 500 years from Middle East. And the Taracea a decorative art consisting in adding pieces of ivory, silver or bone in wood.