Andalucia
The Spanish region of Andalucia is rich in contrast and home to everything that is quintessentially Spanish.
Northern Spain
Home to some of the world’s finest food, rugged beaches, mountain walking and avant-garde architecture, northern Spain has something to offer all-year-round.
In just a few days find yourself walking a rugged coastal path or a peaceful pilgrim route, eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant and seeing contemporary art collections at the Guggenheim Museum.
With the Cantabrian Sea on one side and mountain ranges on another, northern Spain encompasses picturesque fishing villages and fascinating cities. Pass through the Basque Country, famous for its food and of course, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Explore Cantabria to find perfectly preserved villages and awe-inspiring cave systems. Include Asturias, renowned for its astounding landscapes of stunning sand beaches with dramatic coastal cliffs. This region of Spain offers surprising and sublime experiences.
The Basque Country
The Basque Country ticks every box. Mountainous national parks and coasts dotted with traditional fishing villages sit proudly aside stylish cities, such as San Sebastian. Showcasing modern architecture bursting with galleries and fabulous restaurants, this region is eclectic, individual and unique to Spain.
In essence, this less-visited region offers something different from the norm. If visitors are looking to spend time hiking, walking, surfing or cycling in the fresh air, if they are seeking a more cultural city break with food, wine and art or if their ideal holiday is a mix of it all, then the Basque Country should be high on their wishlist.
Galicia
With its own language this unique region is home to Spain’s most sacred cathedral and is the final stop of the on the pilgrimage trail of Camino de Santiago but it’s so more than that. The fascinating city of Santiago de Compostela, zesty Galician wines served with fresh seafood and a coastline offering rugged coves and protected inlets such as Illas Cies. This diverse and less discovered part of Spain is a worthy part of the northern itinerary.
Asturias and Cantabria
These two regions are easily explored in a day but are well worth investing more time in, the rewards are endless. Home to a dramatic coastline of beaches, small fishing towns and sheer cliffs. Behind lies a blanket of lush river valleys rising up to the Cordillera Cantabrica, which in turn becomes the Picos de Europa mountain range. Local artisan food makers ensure you eat and drink well – sample delicious cheeses, meats, and the wonderful local cider of Asturias.
Experiences
It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.
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Highlights of Northern Spain and Andalucia
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 Seville.
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Spain
Lynx Tracking in Andalucia
This in-depth seven-day itinerary allows for a greater understanding of the Iberian lynx and those working tirelessly to protect it. The biggest thrill of this holiday is the opportunity to uncover little known pockets of rural Southern Spain – its wildlife, food…
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Spain
On The Trail of Bears in Northern Spain
Spend eight days exploring Northern Spain and some of the most extensive, unspoiled and intact forest ecosystems in western Europe. Explore the Cantabrian mountains and the forests of Asturias in search of bears and visit the rugged coastline of Cudillero . This…
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Spain
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 corner of Spain, so often dismissed…
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Spain
Highlights of Northern Spain and Andalucia
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 Seville.
Idea
Spain
Lynx Tracking in Andalucia
This in-depth seven-day itinerary allows for a greater understanding of the Iberian lynx and those working tirelessly to protect it. The biggest thrill of this holiday is the opportunity to uncover little known pockets of rural Southern Spain – its…
Idea
Spain
On The Trail of Bears in Northern Spain
Spend eight days exploring Northern Spain and some of the most extensive, unspoiled and intact forest ecosystems in western Europe. Explore the Cantabrian mountains and the forests of Asturias in search of bears and visit the rugged coastline of Cudillero…
Idea
Spain
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 corner of Spain, so…
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