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Lead Price
From £1795pp
Duration
10 days & 9 nights
Itinerary Type
Tailor Made
Holiday Type
Rail Journey
Tour Highlights

London to Madrid by Rail

Journey across Spain by rail and road on this private holiday, expertly tailored to you. You begin in the historic walled city of Girona, with its lofty cathedral. Continue to Madrid, the lively national capital where art museums, grand palaces and leafy parks vie for your attention. Transfer to Burgos, with its historic centre, and finish in San Sebastián, set on the northern coast in the distinctive Basque region.

Itinerary

YEAR:
DAY 1: Arrive in Girona, Spain
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Arrive in Girona, Spain

Travel by rail from London to Girona, Spain, via Paris, France. Check in at Hotel Historic for 2 nights. (N) 

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

Accommodation: Hotel Historic
DAY 2: Girona
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Girona

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Girona. The city has an ancient history, changing hands from the Iberians to the Romans to the Visigoths. Historic landmarks include the walkable city walls; the Girona Cathedral, with its honey-hued stone and lofty nave; and the attractive Jewish quarter, where narrow cobbled streets lead you down to the River Onyar. (B) 

Accommodation: Hotel Historic
DAY 3: Madrid
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Madrid

Transfer by rail from Girona to Madrid, then check in at Hotel Catalonia Puerta del Sol for 3 nights. (B) 

Accommodation: Catalonia Puerta del Sol
DAY 4: Madrid
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Madrid

Your day is at leisure to explore Madrid, the capital of Spain. You may wish to amble through the lush, leafy Parque del Retiro, admire landmarks such as the imposing Royal Palace, sample local produce at the San Miguel Market, and browse centuries-old masterpieces in the Museo del Prado – Spain’s national art museum. (B) 

Accommodation: Hotel Catalonia Puerta del Sol
DAY 5: Madrid
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Madrid

Enjoy a day exploring the Madrid region with a private driver. Perhaps journey south to Aranjuez with its UNESCO-listed old town, or northwest to El Escorial monastery, the largest Renaissance building in the world. Venture a little further north for the spectacular scenery of the Guadarrama mountains, setting for Hemingway’s For Whom the Bell Tolls. (B) 

Accommodation: Hotel Catalonia Puerta del Sol
DAY 6: Burgos
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Burgos

Journey from Madrid to Burgos and check in at NH Burgos Palacio for 2 nights. (B) 

Accommodation: NH Burgos Palacio
DAY 7: Burgos
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Burgos

Enjoy a day at leisure in Burgos, part of the autonomous Castile and León region. You may wish to visit the royal hunting lodge-turned-monastery of Miraflores, Burgos Cathedral and its dazzling Chapel of the Constables; and more of the historic centre. (B) 

Accommodation: NH Burgos Palacio
DAY 8: San Sebastian
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San Sebastian

Travel from Burgos to San Sebastian by train, then check in at Villa Soro for 2 nights. (B) 

Accommodation: Villa Soro
DAY 9: San Sebastián
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San Sebastián

Your day is at leisure to explore San Sebastián in the Basque region. You could tour the historic old town, venture down to the gold sands of La Concha Beach, or gain insight into Basque culture at the San Telmo Museum. (B) 

Accommodation: Villa Soro
DAY 10: Depart San Sebastián
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Depart San Sebastián

Transfer from San Sebastian to Hendaye, then take the train to London via Paris. (B) 

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The Cox & Kings signature experiences

  • Stay in well-located, characterful hotels throughout
  • Explore the lesser-known medieval city of Girona in Catalonia
  • Enjoy visits to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the palace of Aranjuez with a private driver
  • Visit the tomb of El Cid at Burgos’ imposing gothic cathedral
  • Taste Basque pintxos in San Sebastian
Low Season
From £1795 per person
High Season
From £2395 per person

What's included

  • Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
  • International standard class train tickets to/from London and domestic rail travel
  • Local guides and entrance fees where applicable
  • Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle, where applicable

Important information

Tailor-made travel
For a price quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options or to tailor this itinerary, please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online.
Guideline prices
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin/double-room. Single supplement available on request. Pricing is indicative and may be subject to change due to external factors such as variable flight prices.
Meal basis
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Superior tour
This tour is based in 4-star accommodation.
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