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Picos de Europa & the dramatic north coast
León, crossroads with the Camino de Santiago
Salamanca – monumental university city
Madrid: history, art & gastronomy in Spain´s capital
Dehesa landscapes – Jamón Iberico
Historic Caceres, Trujillo, Guadalupe
Sevilla – full of Andalucian ‘alegría’
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Following the ancient, Via de Plata, trading route – literally the ‘Silver Path’ – this epic journey crosses Spain from north to south. Few tours offer such extreme contrasts, from the lush green valleys of Asturias to the arid plains and high sierras of Castilla-León and Extremadura, finally reaching the orange groves of Andalucia; from the bedrock of Christian Spain to the heart of the one-time sultanate, here you truly get a sense of Spain’s rich and turbulent history…
Picos de Europa & the dramatic north coast
León, crossroads with the Camino de Santiago
Salamanca – monumental university city
Madrid: history, art & gastronomy in Spain´s capital
Dehesa landscapes – Jamón Iberico
Historic Caceres, Trujillo, Guadalupe
Sevilla – full of Andalucian ‘alegría’
Due to Madrid´s multiple connections with the rest of the world, this tour can be adapted to include the Spanish capital as part of the package. Countless monuments, renowned museums, art galleries, theatres and a varied offer of good restaurants, lively bars and night clubs, you will definitely get amazed by its infinite charms. Don´t hesitate to consult us.
Picos de Europa soaring directly from the coast
Cider country – the Spanish Cornwall?
Beautiful beaches with fossil dino-footprints
Canoe down the Sella or get out on a fishing boat
Oviedo’s fine Pre-Romanesque architecture
Leon’s cathedral & lively old town
Maragato culture in Astorga
Lunar landscape of Las Medulas
Great wines from Toro, El Bierzo & Rueda
Gaudi’s fairytale palace in Astorga
Monumental Salamanca – a World Heritage Site
Spain’s oldest university – Europe’s fourth
Savour the delicious Gijuelo cured ham
Casa de las Conchas – Dali’s inspiration?
Stroll on the Roman bridge or in the lovely gardens
Explore the high Sierras of Gredos and Salamanca
Lose yourself in the Jewish Quarter of Hervás
Valle del Jerte cherry trees by the million – a real treat in Spring!
Visit Candelario & Béjar – two true beauties
Plasencia – key staging point on the Via de Plata
Monfrague National Park – a lesser known gem
Historic Cáceres & Trujillo with its imposing castle
Take a pilgrimage to Guadalupe
2nd century Roman bridge at Alcántara
Excellent local cheese and game dishes
Mérida, some of Spain’s finest Roman ruins
Paintings of Zurbarán and much more in Zafra la Bella
Jerez de Los Caballeros – town of the Conquistadores
Discover the “dehesa” grazing for the Iberian pigs
Sample the local jamón at Monesterio – simply the best
Gateway to the New World & all its riches
3 World Heritage Sites in the Old Town!
Magnificent Cathedral & Archive of the Indies
Moorish Alcázar Palace & Giralda Tower
Thriving Flamenco culture in Triana
Fly into Bilbao and spend a night or two in the city
or add a first stop in Santander
Extend your tour and leave via Málaga
Ask about superior rooms or a larger rental car
or more economical options if you're on a budget...
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Accommodation in our listed hotels – 2 sharing 1 standard double ensuite, B&B (unless specified)
Economy 4-door car hire (talk to us about upgrades)
or ferry crossings with Brittany Ferries (vehicle + 4 berth outside cabin, exclusive use)
Guide book to Spain
Personal Travel App including highlights, weather forecast and restaurant suggestions for all areas en-route
Instructions to find all accommodation
Flights – but we are able to advise
One-way car hire charges, where applicable (see your quote email)
The following car hire extras – these can be added at pick-up point
extra driver, child seats, GPS
Garage parking where applicable (mostly city stops) – please ask us about parking charges
Local tourist taxes (where applicable)
A point-to-point itinerary, this route is best enjoyed flying into the north (Bilbao, Santander or Asturias) and back from the south (Sevilla, Málaga or Jerez) – or vice versa. See your flight options in the table below:
If your preferred local airport only connects to one of the airports at the destination, the route can be adapted to suit a single port of entry and return, interleaving the stages. Please contact us for more details.
PLEASE NOTE Flights are not included and some flights are seasonal.
Ferry: If you wish to bring your own car, classic car or motorbike, we can include the ferry crossings as part of the package – see timetables below:
Choose your country and preferred airport of origin and then select from possible destinations to see airline providers.
For passengers travelling by air we will include a hire car as part of the package. Normally we include a 4 door economy class car but please let us know if you would like something different.
For those coming on the ferry you will use your own vehicle but in either case we will provide full instructions to arrive at each hotel, complete with GPS, as well as a map of the area.
Our team of experts have over 35 years travel expertise in Spain & Portugal.
You’ll receive friendly, personal service from start to finish of the booking process.
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Discover authentic Spain & Portugal, far from tourist crowds. Stay in charming, trusted places — from castles and palaces to rural guesthouses and Paradores.
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