Day 1 / August 5th, 2026:

Arrive in Barcelona- Staying at the El Palace hotel.
Enjoy your first evening taking in in the city's best local places alongside your group and expert guide. 

Day 2 / August 6th, 2026:

In Barcelona- Staying at the El Palace hotel. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site
masterpieces of Catalonia's most famous architect, Gaudí,
with your expert guide and after lunch, take the afternoon to explore the true heart of the old city.

Day 3 / August 7th, 2026:

In Barcelona- Staying at the El Palace hotel. Head north-west from the city on an excursion to Spain's first National Park taking in the remarkable sights around you.  Rest of the day at Leisure.

Day 4 / August 8th, 2026:
From Barcelona to Madrid- Staying at the Melia Palacio de los duques. Embark on your Comfort Class train to Madrid. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 5 / August 9th, 2026:
In Madrid- Staying at the Melia Palacio de los duques.
Explore the famous Museo del Prado one of the most important museums in the world.
Continue with an orientation tour of the city's most striking sights, and later visit the lavish Palacio Real. 

Day 6 / August 10th, 2026:
In Madrid- Staying at the Melia Palacio de los duques. 
Travel southwest of Madrid to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Toledo, described as one of Spain’s most magnificent cities and as "City of the Three Cultures". Exploring the impressive medieval Gothic Cathedral as well as the elaborately decorated Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca and the church of Santo Tome.

Day 7 / August 11th, 2026:
From Madrid to Burgo de Osma- Staying at the Castilla Termal Burgo de Osma. Ready to transfer to the eclipse spot (the village of El Burgo de Osma) stop in one of the loveliest villages 'Buitrago de Lozoya'. This old town has been declared Property of Cultural Interest. After lunch at leisure, then continue to El Burgo de Osma. 

Day 8 / August 12th, 2026:
 In Burgo de Osma- Staying at the Castilla Termal Burgo de Osma. Today get ready to head to the best spot to enjoy the total solar eclipse. Then, enjoy your evening with a mouth- watering dinner at your hotel. 

Day 9 / August 13th, 2026:
Depart from Burgo de Osma. Today you will be transferred to the Madrid airport.

*Tour notes: In rare cases a change of itinerary may be necessary during your program, (may or may not include time changes/ change in venue). In this case no refunds will be given for such changes, but a reasonable alternative will be substituted where and whenever possible.

*Please note: Rates are subject to change in case of any change in governmental taxes or fuel surcharges. Accommodation is subject to availability unless otherwise stated. Airfares are subject to change until tickets are issued. The flight times are subject to change. Cruise sightseeing is subject to change for reasons beyond our control like weather conditions, water level, Locks’ regulations, instructions by authorities or any other unforeseen reasons.

 Inclusions: 

• Breakfast Throughout
• Private transport by 55-seater coach or similar for transfers and 25-30 seater minibus or similar for touring.  Please note that the vehicle provided allows for ONE piece of luggage per person.  For additional luggage, larger vehicles can be provided for a supplementary cost.
• Comfort Class train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid
• Expert local English-speaking guide for stated sightseeing
• Vehicles, drivers & guides available for the stated amount of sightseeing as applicable, i.e. 3-4 hours for half day tours and 8 hours for full day tours, starting from the time indicated in the final itinerary
• The services of an Abercrombie & Kent Guardian Angel including airport and hotel meeting upon arrival in Barcelona, telephone monitoring at each hotel and reconfirmation of arrangements with all service providers.
• Welcome pack
• Porterage
• Gratuities*
• Electronic final itinerary
• Complimentary bottled water is provided in all vehicles throughout your tour
• All taxes
• 24 hour emergency contact service based at A&K Europe

 Exclusions: 

• All air travel and associated costs
• All meals except breakfast unless stated otherwise in the itinerary
• All items of a personal nature (e.g. beverages, telephone calls, laundry, personal insurance)
• Anything not specifically mentioned in the “Inclusions” list above.
•  All rates are subject to reconfirmation if an actual booking is made
• Accommodation is subject to availability unless otherwise stated​​​​​​

 * Tipping is customary in Europe and is at the clients’ discretion. We will be pleased to include a list of recommended tipping guidelines in your final itinerary.