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The Spanish region of Andalucia is rich in contrast and home to everything that is quintessentially Spanish.
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Our Tour Experts We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
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Spain
Spain, a passionate and culturally rich country famous for its historic cities, diverse landscapes, enduring cultures, and traditions.
More diverse than most people imagine, Spain is a collection of iconic sights, sounds and smells. Travel to the hot Andalusian plains for grand cathedrals and white hilltop villages or the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees and Picos de Europa for remote jagged mountain tops.
Hear the rhythm of flamenco in Madrid’s backstreets and taste wine and tapas from hidden bars in the Basque region. Spain is culturally abundant with passion interwoven into the very fabric of everyday life. Famous yes for glittering beaches but it is Spain’s historic cities, contrasting landscapes, enduring cultures, and traditions, which bring it to life.
Why choose Spain
With some of Europe’s most celebrated historical cities, charming, whitewashed villages, craggy mountains and fertile valleys, Spain is a collection of the known and unknown. Move away from the obvious highlights to find hidden wildlife with the lynx of Andalucía or bears in Cantabria and Asturias. Stay in charming homesteads to experience authentic Spanish hospitality and meet artisan food producers in San Sabastian to the Marques de Riscal winery in La Rioja.
Why travel to Spain with Steppes
Many have rightly explored the Islamic beauty of the Alhambra in Seville or marvelled at the architectural majesty of Gaudi’s La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, but few have discovered the hidden corners of this diverse country, from the Mercado de Abastos in Santiago de Compostela to a private lodge working to restore the lynx population in Andalucía. Steppes have a keen eye for local suppliers, eclectic wildlife and cultural guides while ensuring travel continues to enhance communities and engage in a positive and restorative way.
Spain beyond the classics
• Taste delicious red wine at lesser known vineyards of Rioja and Alava while exploring the buzzing local towns dotted with pilgrim churches
• Explore some of the smaller villages such as A Guarda, a fishing port in Galicia close to the Portuguese border. Home to a pretty harbour and fresh seafood, worthy a few days of gentle walking.
• Spend a few peaceful hours at Aljaferia found in the less visited Aragon region, considered a jewel of 11 century Islamic architecture.
Explore Spain
- Seville
- Basque Country
Experiences
It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.
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Spain – The Best of the Basque Country
This nine-day holiday is designed to soak up the culture and flavour of the Basque Country‘s beautiful coastline and mouth-watering cuisine. A visit to both Bilbao and San Sebastian highlights what is fascinating about this little-known…
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Highlights of Northern Spain and Andalusia
Combine the highlights of Northern and Southern Spain in this varied itinerary suggestion. Visit the Basque region, famous for its food, wine and spectacular scenery, with visits to the cultural cities of Salamanca, Cordoba, Granada and…
Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Katie Benden
The excitement of travelling the world has always hugely appealed. Largely cemented from my first solo trip to Egypt and the Middle East. The crazy hustle and bustle of Cairo was a huge assault on the senses, scrambling through the claustrophobic tunnels of the Great pyramid took me out of my comfort zone and I was left humbled by the warm hospitality of the Nubian people in Aswan as we shared dinner together.
Talk with our experts
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Can I use my mobile phone in Spain?
Spain has excellent mobile phone coverage. Due to the country being within the EU, roaming charges are the same as those in the UK. However, minor charges may still apply. For further information, check: http://consumers.ofcom.org.uk/phone/mobile-phones/mobiles-abroad/check-your-phonebefore-you-roam/.
What is the international dialling code for Spain?
34
What is the time zone in Spain?
Spain is one hour ahead of GMT. It observes daylight saving time.
How long are the flights to Spain from the UK?
Direct flights from London to Madrid or Barcelona take around three hours.
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Wildlife Conservation
Steppes Travel has partnered with the European Nature Trust (TENT) in order to connect people to nature and to raise funds for projects that protect and restore European wilderness. The wild areas of Europe are a sometimes-overlooked option for immersive wildlife experiences however, right on our doorstep lies some of the most outstandingly beautiful swathes of wilderness and national parklands, rich with wildlife. Each of our engaging and impactful wildlife experiences takes you to explore some of Europe’s most hidden wild secrets, providing you with access to conservation experts, local projects on the ground and exceptional wildlife sightings.
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
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