From High Culture to Popular Culture These are 7 of the Best Tours in Spain
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For a place as culturally and geographically diverse as Spain, seeing the sites often requires the expertise of a tour guide. There are so many beautiful cities and points of interest, it’s impossible to see everything, even if you’re taking a Spain cruise.
However, with the right Spain tours, you’ll get an intimate look at important places in the ancient and contemporary history of Spain, whether you’re visiting Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, or smaller cities along the coast.
From experiencing the country’s food and wine, to gaining insight on a famous festival, to viewing filming locations from a popular TV show, these are some of the best tours you can take in Spain.
A Sensual Tour Through Spain’s Finest Vineyards & Wine Regions
From Madrid to Barcelona, you’ll take a 12-day trip throughout Spain’s most famous wine regions. Each day you’ll explore multiple vineyards amid medieval towns and coastal cities, pairing wines with gourmet regional cuisine.
On your Sensual Tour Through Spain’s Finest Vineyards & Wine Regions, you’ll visit the world-renowned Abadia Retuerta winery, where you’ll sample “The Best Red in the World,” as well as boutique farmhouse cellars in the high-quality Priorat and Rioja regions. This is without a doubt one of the most exclusive Spanish wine tours out there.
If you’re not already, you’ll definitely be a wine connoisseur by the end of the trip.
If you are looking for a more budget-friendly Spain trip, narrow your visit down to the La Rioja region and tour some of the wineries located in the town of Logrono.
Game of Thrones Guided Day Trip to Girona from Barcelona
A popular day trip from Barcelona, you’ll delve into one of the beautiful filming locations seen in HBO’s hit TV series, “Game of Thrones.” Girona was used during Season 6 for many scenes taking place in King’s Landing with the Lannisters, as well as standing-in for Braavos where Arya Stark was tormented by the Waif.
During the Game of Thrones Guided Day Trip, you’ll visit many key spots east of the Onyar River including bridges, streets, plazas and the Cathedral of Girona. Your tour guide will even provide photos from filming to give you context for each location, describing how the scenes all came together.
While definitely a must-do for fans, this tour also provides an overall historical perspective on the medieval city, making it accessible to all.
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Granada Day Trip from Seville
One of the top sites in Spain, the Alhambra Palace is an impressive World Heritage Site that’s been around for over a century. As a day trip from Seville, it makes for an exciting experience exploring the Moorish palaces, fortress and gardens.
You’ll get transportation to and from Seville to Granada on board an air conditioned coach where you’ll hear the history of Alhambra and how it inspired author Washington Irving’s collection of tales from his stay at the palace.
The Granada Day Trip also allows for skip-the-line access to the top attraction in Granada followed by an optional guided walking tour of the historic Albaycin district.
Running of the Bulls Tour with an Expert Runner
If the Pamplona Bull Run has been on your bucket list for a while, you might want to check out this tour when you finally go. Even if you don’t have the courage to actually run in front of the bulls yourself, you can hear what it’s like from an expert runner.
He’ll talk strategy and history, giving tour participants the best tips and tricks on how to have a successful running of the bulls. From the corrals where the bulls are let loose to the famous Plaza de Toros bullring, this Running of the Bulls Tour will give you an inside look at the main route through the town during Sanfermines.
Ibiza Beach Hopping by Catamaran
Best known for its hopping nightlife scene, Ibiza has no shortage of things to do, even in the daytime. This Ibiza Beach Hopping by Catamaran tour will allow you to experience the island in style on board a catamaran, jumping from beach to beach as you would clubs or bars. You’ll start at the San Antonio yacht club and head for Calabassa, one of the top beaches in the area.
Swim and snorkel to your heart’s content until you disembark again to Cala Comte Beach, followed by Conejera Island. Watch the sunset, grab a bite to eat, and soak up some rays while you sail the gorgeous turquoise waters of Ibiza.
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Mallorca Ride Camp
Cycling aficionados are hard pressed to find a better place to ride than Mallorca. During this seven-day bike tour across the island, you’ll log an average of 50 miles per day, with the option of doing shorter or strenuous routes depending on your fitness level.
Spectacular views of the mountains and coastline await you on the Mallorca Ride Camp tour, as you ride some of the most picturesque roads in the world. Aside from the cycling itself, you’ll also enjoy tip top comfort, access to a fitness spa and delicious meals along the way.
Bilbao Private Walking Tour with Guggenheim Museum
Explore the gem of Northern Spain with this Bilbao Private Walking Tour which includes a tour of the famous Guggenheim Museum. A two-hour walking tour gives you a taste of Basque Country, stopping at the Cathedral of Santiago and the Mercado de la Ribera market.
From there, you’ll head to the impressive Guggenheim, designed by architect Frank Gehry, admiring both the inside and outside of this prestigious art museum. Once inside, your guide will provide perspective and insight into the artwork, which includes contemporary artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol and Jeff Koons.
