Slow Journey Through Spain

About this tour

This enriching journey through Spain reveals the country’s deep cultural heritage, celebrated gastronomy and diverse landscapes. Beginning in Madrid, explore historic cities, royal monuments and medieval towns before travelling through some of Spain’s most renowned food and wine regions.

From the fortified walls of Ávila and the golden sandstone architecture of Salamanca to the vineyards of Ribera del Duero and the Roman-shaped terraces of Ribeira Sacra, each day offers a new perspective on Spain’s past and present. Savour regional specialities including Iberian ham, Michelin-starred dining and acclaimed local wines, complemented by scenic river cruises and coastal experiences in Galicia.

The journey concludes on Spain’s dramatic Atlantic coast, with time in Santiago de Compostela and an unforgettable stay in Finisterre, once believed to be the end of the known world. Carefully paced and rich in local encounters, this itinerary offers an immersive exploration of Spain’s historic heartlands and coastal beauty.

Type of Journey
Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.

• Travel from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, exploring Spain’s historic heartlands and Atlantic coast
•  Visit the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, once considered one of the world’s great wonders
• Enjoy a Michelin-starred lunch and sample Spain’s celebrated regional cuisine
• Explore the medieval cities of Ávila and Salamanca, rich in history and architectural splendour
• Taste renowned wines in the Ribera del Duero wine region
• Experience the dramatic vineyard terraces of Ribeira Sacra, with a cruise on the Sil River
• Sail along the Rías Baixas, sampling fresh mussels and local white wine
• Visit the iconic Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, the end point of the Camino de Santiago
• Stay in a unique lighthouse hotel in Finisterre, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

What's Included

• 8 nights’ accommodation in your category of choice
• 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 1 dinner
• Meet & Greet at Adolfo Suarez Madrid–Barajas Airport
• Private transfers as per the itinerary
• English-speaking local guides
• Private sightseeing as per the itinerary
• Shared visit to an artisan Iberian ham producer
• One shared wine tasting
• Shared Sil River cruise
• Shared Rias Baixas cruise
• Entrance fees as per the itinerary

What's Not Included

• City tax paid directly to your hotel
• Gratuities