Trip Details - AO Trips

Your Spanish adventure will begin with a three-night stay at the The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid. This iconic hotel was commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912 and is in the renowned Art Walk, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as The Landscape of Light. The hotel is located in the area of the city’s most enriching museums, important monuments and some of the best tapas restaurants in town!

Upon arrival in Madrid, you will have an opportunity to take a short walking tour of the area surrounding the hotel before your welcome reception and dinner. Following a restful night of sleep, we will take you on a city walking tour of Madrid where you will be able to see the Royal Palace during a private visit and take in the view of the Almudena Cathedral before enjoying lunch on your own at the market.

Following your time in Madrid, you will be whisked to Barcelona on a high-speed train for a four-night stay at the Hotel Arts Barcelona. Towering 44 floors above the sea, this five-star hotel is a striking tower of blue glass and steel with beautifully designed accommodations, a Michelin two-star restaurant, a spa and an outdoor pool. The hotel is located in one of Barcelona’s two tallest buildings and is named for the 800 pieces of art you will find throughout. You will be fascinated by the stunning beauty of Sagrada Familia Basilica, a one-of-a-kind temple. Construction of the Temple has been ongoing for five generations, spanning more than 140 years. Park Güell, a World Heritage Site, is one of the largest green spaces in Barcelona with more than 42 acres. With over 100 years of history, the park is the perfect place to escape the hustle of the city with a relaxing stroll through the gardens while experiencing the unique architecture. Art history enthusiasts will want to visit the Picasso Museum with over 4,000 of his works. In your free time you may enjoy optional excursions to the seaside town of Sitges or Codorniu winery – the oldest producer of Cava.

We look forward to taking you on a Spanish adventure in the fall of 2025.