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A Fly-Drive Tour is the perfect way to see the best of Portugal and Spain. The great thing about having a car on vacation is that you're absolutely free to come and go just as you please.
There's a host of interesting places to see and a stunning variety of scenery to enjoy. You can get off the beaten track in the unspoiled countryside for a memorable, behind-the-scenes look at a way of life little changed for centuries.
Take advantage of our experience in organizing tours to Portugal and Spain by choosing one of our carefully planned itineraries, which we think makes the most of each region and features the best choice of traditional accommodations. |
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About this Tour |
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Nothern Spain |
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2 Days / 10 Nights
Madrid (2 nts) / Salamanca (1 nt) / Leon (1 nt) / San Sebastian (2 nts)
Santiago de Compostela (2 nts) / Oviedo (1 nt) / Santillana del Mar (1 nt) |
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Tour / Package Extensions, Local Sightseeing Tours, Car Rental and/or other services can be arranged, subject to availability and price alteration.
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Spain's scenic and unspoiled northern region has many attractions for the visitors. In Madrid you can see the Royal Palace and Prado Museum, then visit the historic town of Segovia on the way to Salamanca.
Travelling north you will visit Leon and then to Santiago de Compostela, the legendary city of St. James where you will be able to see the majestic Cathedral and the Shrine.
Driving along the beautiful northern coast you will stay at the medieval village of Santillana del Mar and you should visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao on your way to San Sebastian, in the heart of the Basque province. |
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Day 1 - U.S.A. / Madrid Overnight flight. |
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Day 7 - Santiago de Compostela
In the legendary city of St. James you can visit the Shrine, the Cathedral and the Old Town. |
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Day 2 - Madrid
Morning arrival; pick up your rental car and enjoy the day in Madrid. |
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Day 8 - Santiago de Compostela/Oviedo
A long but interesting drive along the northern coast, will take you to the 9th century town of Oviedo, capital of Asturias. |
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Day 3 - Madrid
Visits to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace are recommended. |
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Day 9 - Oviedo / Santillana del Mar
Today stop at Covadonga to visit the famous Shrine and the Cave of Our Lady, then continue to the medieval village of Santillana del Mar. |
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Day 4 - Madrid / Segovia / Salamanca
Today you can visit the walled town of Avila and Segovia to see the Alcazar and the Roman aqueduct. |
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Day 10 - Santillana del Mar / San Sebastian
Among the many attractions in Basque province, is the recently opened Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, on your way to Hondarrabia. |
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Day 5 - Salamanca / Leon
After seeing Salamanca, visit the histroic town of Zamora on your way to Leon. This ancient city's attractions include the Cathedral and the Cloister. |
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Day 11 - San Sebastian
The beautiful setting of the city is its greatest attraction, but there is much to see in the Old Quarter. |
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Day 6 - Leon / Santiago de Compostela
Today follow the 'Camino de Santiago' and on your way you can stop at walled town of Lugo. Parador Reyes Catolicos |
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Day 12 - San Sebastian / USA
Return flight to USA via Madrid. |
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Hotels Featured |
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Package Features |
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No.of Nts |
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Location |
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Hotel Name |
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Category |
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2 |
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Madrid |
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Gaudi |
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* * * * |
1 |
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Salamanca |
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Parador Salamanca |
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* * * * |
1 |
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Leon |
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Parador San Marcos |
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* * * * * (H) |
2 |
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Santiago de Compostela |
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Parador Reyes Catolicos |
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* * * * * (H) |
1 |
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Oviedo |
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Parador Gijon |
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* * * * |
1 |
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Santillana del Mar |
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Parador Santillana del Mar |
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* * * * |
2 |
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San Sebastian |
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Parador Hondarrabia |
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* * * * |
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Other hotels can be booked, subject to availability and price alteration. |
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• Round Trip Airfare.
• Accommodation for 10 nights, at the Paradores and Hotels listed.
• Continental breakfast daily.
• Car rental for 10 days, with Avis, including unlimited mileage, tax and CDW insurance. Based on: Group A - 2 Persons Group B - 3 Persons
Group C - 4/5 Persons Car upgrade available upon request.
• Accommodation taxes and service charges.
• Fly-drive pack with information about driving in Spain, tourist guide-books and a road map.
• Services of the local Skyline Representatives.
DEPARTURE DATES Daily Departures. |
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