From Madrid to the Camino to the Sierra Nevadas
With Tapas, Wine, History, & Friends!
September 18 to October 2 2022
From Madrid to the Camino to the Sierra Nevadas
With Tapas, Wine, History, & Friends!
September 18 to October 2 2022
Day One
September 18
You will board your flight for Madrid. Sit back and relax as you look forward to this adventure with friends.
September 18
You will board your flight for Madrid. Sit back and relax as you look forward to this adventure with friends.
Day Two
September 19
Welcome to Spain and its capital, Madrid. Your driver will be on hand to greet you at the airport and whisk you into central Madrid to your hotel.
After you are checked in and have a short rest, your guide will meet you at the hotel for an afternoon walking tour of Madrid. You will see the sites that Madrid has to offer in your 2 + hour tour including the Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s lively square, and the Plaza Mayor- a historic cobbled-stoned square. You can even end at the botanical gardens if you wish for a tour on your own.
Your guide will leave you right in the food hub of Madrid where you can enjoy your first meal in Spain together. This lively scene is just steps from your centrally located boutique hotel. Soak up the atmosphere before retiring to your comfortable hotel for a good night's rest.
Private pick up from the airport/ Private guided walking tour of central Madrid/ Visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens on your own/ Welcome drink/ Overnight central Madrid.
September 19
Welcome to Spain and its capital, Madrid. Your driver will be on hand to greet you at the airport and whisk you into central Madrid to your hotel.
After you are checked in and have a short rest, your guide will meet you at the hotel for an afternoon walking tour of Madrid. You will see the sites that Madrid has to offer in your 2 + hour tour including the Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s lively square, and the Plaza Mayor- a historic cobbled-stoned square. You can even end at the botanical gardens if you wish for a tour on your own.
Your guide will leave you right in the food hub of Madrid where you can enjoy your first meal in Spain together. This lively scene is just steps from your centrally located boutique hotel. Soak up the atmosphere before retiring to your comfortable hotel for a good night's rest.
Private pick up from the airport/ Private guided walking tour of central Madrid/ Visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens on your own/ Welcome drink/ Overnight central Madrid.
Day Three
September 20
After a leisurely breakfast you can take in some of the Madrid sites you have not seen yet, the stadium at Santiago Bernabéu-(home of soccer team Real Madrid) or the Reina Sofia Art Centre (known for its Guernica collection) or Madrid’s Prado museum-noted as one of the world's premier museums with works by Velazquez, de Goya & El Greco.
Either way you will depart late morning by fast train to Toledo, once Spain’s capital and now considered a national monument.
Your private guide will meet you at the train station and show you the highlights of Toledo including Toledo’s Cathedral dating from 1226 and filled with art treasures including works by El Greco. Your tour continues to the beautifully built town hall, and the Plaza de Zocodover. Later, you will have time to explore on your own before catching your train back to Madrid. Later, enjoy once again, the lively nightlife of Madrid.
Breakfast/ High-speed train to and from Toledo (taxi to and from the train station not included)/ Walking tour of Toledo /Overnight Madrid /UNESCO World Heritage Site-The City of Toledo
September 20
After a leisurely breakfast you can take in some of the Madrid sites you have not seen yet, the stadium at Santiago Bernabéu-(home of soccer team Real Madrid) or the Reina Sofia Art Centre (known for its Guernica collection) or Madrid’s Prado museum-noted as one of the world's premier museums with works by Velazquez, de Goya & El Greco.
Either way you will depart late morning by fast train to Toledo, once Spain’s capital and now considered a national monument.
Your private guide will meet you at the train station and show you the highlights of Toledo including Toledo’s Cathedral dating from 1226 and filled with art treasures including works by El Greco. Your tour continues to the beautifully built town hall, and the Plaza de Zocodover. Later, you will have time to explore on your own before catching your train back to Madrid. Later, enjoy once again, the lively nightlife of Madrid.
Breakfast/ High-speed train to and from Toledo (taxi to and from the train station not included)/ Walking tour of Toledo /Overnight Madrid /UNESCO World Heritage Site-The City of Toledo
Day Four
September 21
Pilgrimage start. This morning after breakfast your driver will await to transport you to the airport for your flight to Santiago de Compostela where pilgrims from all over the world congregate to pay tribute to the relics of St James and also start their own personal pilgrimage of faith. Another driver will meet you at the airport to transfer you to your centrally located boutique hotel just steps away from the main cathedral.
The town itself is known for its food and beautiful architecture. After checking into your hotel, reward yourself with a stroll. Keep your eyes out for the many excellent restaurants that will be on offer for dinner. Enjoy the evening with friends, good food, and gratitude.
Breakfast/ Driver to the Airport/ Flight to Santiago de Compostela/ Driver from airport to hotel/ Centrally located boutique hotel/ Overnight Santiago de Compostela/ Camino route Finisterre
September 21
Pilgrimage start. This morning after breakfast your driver will await to transport you to the airport for your flight to Santiago de Compostela where pilgrims from all over the world congregate to pay tribute to the relics of St James and also start their own personal pilgrimage of faith. Another driver will meet you at the airport to transfer you to your centrally located boutique hotel just steps away from the main cathedral.
The town itself is known for its food and beautiful architecture. After checking into your hotel, reward yourself with a stroll. Keep your eyes out for the many excellent restaurants that will be on offer for dinner. Enjoy the evening with friends, good food, and gratitude.
Breakfast/ Driver to the Airport/ Flight to Santiago de Compostela/ Driver from airport to hotel/ Centrally located boutique hotel/ Overnight Santiago de Compostela/ Camino route Finisterre
Day Five
September 22
Your walking starts today with coastal scenery and rural delights. The first stage of your trip is one of the least strenuous of the Camino Finisterre. You'll be walking through pine and eucalyptus forests and also some roads closed off to traffic. You'll have an enjoyable climb up to Trasmonte, and an equally enjoyable downhill into Negreira. Overnight in Negriera. Mileage-tbd
475m Ascent, 545m Descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Negriera
September 22
Your walking starts today with coastal scenery and rural delights. The first stage of your trip is one of the least strenuous of the Camino Finisterre. You'll be walking through pine and eucalyptus forests and also some roads closed off to traffic. You'll have an enjoyable climb up to Trasmonte, and an equally enjoyable downhill into Negreira. Overnight in Negriera. Mileage-tbd
475m Ascent, 545m Descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Negriera
Day Six
September 23
After your breakfast get ready for your longest day on the Camino. You'll start uphill right away, rising up to A Pena and get a little respite before making the ascent up to the shoulder of Monte Aro. From there it is downhill for your overnight stay in Olveiroa. Mileage-tbd
535m ascent, 410m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Olveiroa.
September 23
After your breakfast get ready for your longest day on the Camino. You'll start uphill right away, rising up to A Pena and get a little respite before making the ascent up to the shoulder of Monte Aro. From there it is downhill for your overnight stay in Olveiroa. Mileage-tbd
535m ascent, 410m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Olveiroa.
Day Seven
September 24
Today you gradually get up into the hills, getting some breathtaking views of the sea. This stretch of the features moors, in one of the longest and most remote stretches of the whole Camino.
Once you reach the peak of San Pedro you are downhill once again for your nights' accommodation in the fishing town of Cee. Mileage-tbd
200m ascent, 480m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Cee
September 24
Today you gradually get up into the hills, getting some breathtaking views of the sea. This stretch of the features moors, in one of the longest and most remote stretches of the whole Camino.
Once you reach the peak of San Pedro you are downhill once again for your nights' accommodation in the fishing town of Cee. Mileage-tbd
200m ascent, 480m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/ Overnight in Cee
Day Eight
September 25
This is a lovely day walking and a very fitting one to finish off your Camino. You walk skirting the cliffs, taking in the wild Atlantic coast. You walk through some forests and as you near the end of your journey you get to peel off your boots as you make your way across the beautiful Playa Langosteira.
After the beach comes to an end, you have a short 4km climb to the lighthouse at the end of the world, where your fantastic trip will come to an end. Mileage-tbd
310m ascent, 245m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/
September 25
This is a lovely day walking and a very fitting one to finish off your Camino. You walk skirting the cliffs, taking in the wild Atlantic coast. You walk through some forests and as you near the end of your journey you get to peel off your boots as you make your way across the beautiful Playa Langosteira.
After the beach comes to an end, you have a short 4km climb to the lighthouse at the end of the world, where your fantastic trip will come to an end. Mileage-tbd
310m ascent, 245m descent
Breakfast/ Full Ground support/ Private Accommodations with private bathroom/ Dinner/
Day Nine
September 26
Your driver will be on hand to take you from the Atlantic back to the airport in Santiago de Compostela for your flight to Seville. After checking into your hotel, be sure to take an orientation walk of one of the most historic cities in Spain.
Your hotel will be right in the heart of the thriving city so take your time to pick out a place for dinner later. We do have plenty of recommendations.
Breakfast/ Transport to the airport in Santiago de Compostela / Flight to Seville/ Transport from Airport in Seville to the hotel/ Orientation walk on your own/ Overnight Seville /UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville
September 26
Your driver will be on hand to take you from the Atlantic back to the airport in Santiago de Compostela for your flight to Seville. After checking into your hotel, be sure to take an orientation walk of one of the most historic cities in Spain.
Your hotel will be right in the heart of the thriving city so take your time to pick out a place for dinner later. We do have plenty of recommendations.
Breakfast/ Transport to the airport in Santiago de Compostela / Flight to Seville/ Transport from Airport in Seville to the hotel/ Orientation walk on your own/ Overnight Seville /UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville
Day Ten
September 27
Once a Roman city, is now the home of several UNESCO World Heritage sites- including the Cathedral (includes the tomb of Christopher Columbus), and the Alcázar (with its splendid gardens). You will have a private guide that will take you to explore each one of these sites and a walking tour of this dazzling city.
The afternoon is all yours to explore on your own- maybe a visit to the Flamenco Museum, take in a bullfight or go and see some of the best shopping streets around. In the evening if you would like, we can arrange a flamenco dancing demonstration just before dinner.
Breakfast/ Walking Tour of Seville-including skip the line entrance tickets/flamenco dancing demonstration*/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville/ Overnight Seville
*We would be happy to arrange for this, entrance fee on you.
September 27
Once a Roman city, is now the home of several UNESCO World Heritage sites- including the Cathedral (includes the tomb of Christopher Columbus), and the Alcázar (with its splendid gardens). You will have a private guide that will take you to explore each one of these sites and a walking tour of this dazzling city.
The afternoon is all yours to explore on your own- maybe a visit to the Flamenco Museum, take in a bullfight or go and see some of the best shopping streets around. In the evening if you would like, we can arrange a flamenco dancing demonstration just before dinner.
Breakfast/ Walking Tour of Seville-including skip the line entrance tickets/flamenco dancing demonstration*/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville/ Overnight Seville
*We would be happy to arrange for this, entrance fee on you.
Day Eleven
September 28
Today is a wine tasting day. Get ready as your guide picks you up and transport you outside of Seville to the rolling hills and vineyards these places are famous for.
You'll be taken to the wine region near the coast for taste testing to your delight!
Breakfast/ Guided tour of the wine region just outside of Seville including lunch/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville/ Overnight Seville
September 28
Today is a wine tasting day. Get ready as your guide picks you up and transport you outside of Seville to the rolling hills and vineyards these places are famous for.
You'll be taken to the wine region near the coast for taste testing to your delight!
Breakfast/ Guided tour of the wine region just outside of Seville including lunch/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Seville/ Overnight Seville
Day Twelve
September 29
We take to the road today as we wind through the the white hill towns of Andalusia. Your private driver will take your through this unique region of Spain. You will take our time as we visit the cliff hugging village of Ronda.
Lunch is at any one of the cafes in town and after you will continue your journey through rural Spain.
You will arrive in Granada in the afternoon in time for check in and an orientation walk around town before dinner.
Breakfast/ Travel the white hill towns of Andalucia/Self Guided tour of Ronda/ Orientation walk of Granada/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Granada/ Overnight Granada
September 29
We take to the road today as we wind through the the white hill towns of Andalusia. Your private driver will take your through this unique region of Spain. You will take our time as we visit the cliff hugging village of Ronda.
Lunch is at any one of the cafes in town and after you will continue your journey through rural Spain.
You will arrive in Granada in the afternoon in time for check in and an orientation walk around town before dinner.
Breakfast/ Travel the white hill towns of Andalucia/Self Guided tour of Ronda/ Orientation walk of Granada/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Granada/ Overnight Granada
Day Thirteen
September 30
You can have a leisurely morning and afterwards check out the Albayzin-the old moorish quarter, the Corral del Carbon, and the cathedral downtown.
Be ready in the afternoon as we take our tour of the Alhambra fortress, the last refuge of the Moorish Kings of Spain. Inside the walls of this site dating from the 13th and 14th centuries are the Palacios Nazaries, the Alcazaba Fort and the Generalife Gardens. Our tickets allows access to each site and we will take our time to see what interests us.
The evening is yours to enjoy -maybe you would like to take a hammam at al Andalus in the old Arab baths? Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast/ Entrance fees and private guide for the Alhambra fortress and the Palace, fort and gardens/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Granada/ Overnight Granada
September 30
You can have a leisurely morning and afterwards check out the Albayzin-the old moorish quarter, the Corral del Carbon, and the cathedral downtown.
Be ready in the afternoon as we take our tour of the Alhambra fortress, the last refuge of the Moorish Kings of Spain. Inside the walls of this site dating from the 13th and 14th centuries are the Palacios Nazaries, the Alcazaba Fort and the Generalife Gardens. Our tickets allows access to each site and we will take our time to see what interests us.
The evening is yours to enjoy -maybe you would like to take a hammam at al Andalus in the old Arab baths? Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast/ Entrance fees and private guide for the Alhambra fortress and the Palace, fort and gardens/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Granada/ Overnight Granada
Day Fourteen
October 1
There are still many things to see and enjoy in Granada as you enjoy your last day in Spain. Ole!
October 1
There are still many things to see and enjoy in Granada as you enjoy your last day in Spain. Ole!
Day Fifteen
October 2
You leave from Granada to fly back to the states, saying good bye to your most excellent adventure!
October 2
You leave from Granada to fly back to the states, saying good bye to your most excellent adventure!
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What do you get with this tour?
The towns of Madrid Santiago de Compostela Toledo Seville Ronda Granada Walking Tour of Madrid Walking Tour of Toledo +Visit to the Cathedral of Toledo Flight to Santiago De Compostela Four Days on the Camino Finesterre Fully Supported On The Camino including luggage Flight from Santiago De Compostela to Seville Walking Tour of Seville +Including Entrance to 2 UNESCO Sites +Arrangement for Flamenco Dancing Demo Private Driver Through The White Hill Towns of Andalusia +The Village of Ronda +Entrance to Alhambra Fortress +Entrance to Palacios Nazaries +Entrance to Generalife Gardens +Entrance to Alcazaba Fort +Converted 18th Century Village Casa as your hotel +Winery with Wine Tastings +Winery Lunch Carefully Selected Hotels Centrally Located and at least Two Nights in Each Hotel-less packing/unpacking (except for the Camino ) Full Breakfasts Everyday at each hotel One Winery Lunch Dinners every night of the Camino at each hotel Interaction with the locals Comfortable Private Transportation when available Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites Attention to Detail Trip planner with 23 Years Experience 24/7 access to trip planner (Patricia) during your trip A Carefully Selected Mix of Touring and Time on Your Own |
What is your responsibility?
Airfare to and from the start and end of our tour. Local transport that you may need including bus, taxi etc. Any traveling expenses that you may incur including document fees, passport fees and trip insurance. Trip insurance that covers any delays or cancellations due to COVID in any of it's variants. Your tour starts in Madrid and ends in Granada. |
Tour Price-
This tour has been priced for participants between 2 and 8 people.
For participants outside of these numbers, the trip will have to be re-priced.
$5890 per person double occupancy, includes all of the above.
For a room by yourself please add $1080 to the cost of your tour.
Tour price includes all of the itineraries/tours/transportation/ & entrance fees as described above.
A deposit of $2000 U.S.D. is due to secure your place on this tour.
The remaining balance (based upon the number of participants) is due by June 30 2022
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Who are your leaders?
Manolis HajifotiouA native of Greece, Manolis has been leading tours in Europe for 23 years. Besides traveling, his passion is playing his guitar and creating his own music. He also likes to keep up with the stone house he shares with his wife, Patricia, especially trimming their olive trees. He looks forward to showing you his favorite places and making sure you feel right at home.
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Patricia HajifotiouA native of the U.S.A., Patricia has been leading tours in Europe for 23 years. She lives on the island of Evia, Greece, with her husband Manolis. When she is not on tour, she lives off the grid in a rock house, powered by the wind and sun. There she likes to spend her time digging in the garden. She looks forward to showing you the places she likes the best.
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