TOUR ITINERARY
Madrid, Spain
DAY ONE
Madrid, Spain
DAY ONE
Saturday, March 29
Arrive in vibrant Madrid, where your journey begins. Settle into your room at the elegant Melia Serrano in the heart of the city. To kick off our trip, enjoy a celebratory welcome reception hosted by our Globe President & CEO Andrew Saunders and our Editor-in-Chief David Walmsley and his team of Globe journalist, and meet your fellow guests. This evening enjoy dinner on your own at one of the nearby exquisite restaurants or make it an early night and dine at the hotel’s inhouse restaurant.
Madrid, Spain
DAY TWO
Madrid, Spain
DAY TWO
Sunday, March 30
Begin your day with a Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and Rita Trichur as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines, followed by a Globe Journalist Talk by Senior Business Writer & Columnist, Rita Trichur.This afternoon, explore Madrid on one of five excursions; a guided visit to the Prado to view world-renowned paintings; a walking tour of the historic centre focusing on the artistic, literary, and architectural heritage of the city; a tour of Spanish Civil War sites with a visit of the Reina Sofia Museum to view Picasso’s Guernica; a cycling tour of the Retiro Park area; or a foodie walk visiting the Plaza Mayor and the Mercado de San Miguel. Join Globe journalists for a private group dinner at a traditional Madrid restaurant this evening.
DAY THREE
Madrid to Seville, Spain
SEVILLE, SPAIN
DAY THREE
Monday, March 31
Once again, begin your day with a Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and Rita Trichur as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines. Following the Talk, enjoy a bit of free time in Madrid before our departure from this fabulous city. This afternoon, travel by high-speed train south to Seville, the capital of Andalucia for a three-night stay. Tonight, have dinner on your own at our hotel or in the the fabulous city of Seville.
Seville, Andalucia, Spain
DAY FOUR
SEVILLE, SPAIN
DAY FOUR
Tuesday, April 1
Begin your day with a Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and Business Reporter, Andrew Willis, as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines.
Today is your opportunity to explore Seville and the area on one of five curated excursions; a walking tour of the historic city centre with visits to the awe-inspiring massive Gothic cathedral and the breathtaking Real Alcazar; a market tour and tapas cooking class; a guided visit to three spectacular 15thand 16th century palace-mansions; a visit to the Hacienda Guzman olive oil mill with a tasting and lunch; or an excursion to Córdoba to visit the exquisite Mezquita. This evening, we have dinner together at a restaurant known for its traditional Andalusian cuisine.
Seville, Andalucia, Spain
DAY FIVE
SEVILLE, SPAIN
DAY FIVE
Wednesday, April 2
Once again begin your day with a Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and Andrew Willis as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines, followed by a Globe Journalist Talk with Business Reporter, Andrew Willis.
Today is your second opportunity to explore Seville and the area on one of five curated excursions; a walking tour of the historic city centre with visits to the awe-inspiring massive Gothic cathedral and the breathtaking Real Alcazar; a market tour and tapas cooking class; a guided visit to three spectacular 15th and 16th century palace-mansions; a visit to the Hacienda Guzman olive oil mill with a tasting and lunch; or an excursion to Córdoba to visit the exquisite Mezquita. Tonight guests are on their own for dinner.
Seville to Granada, Spain
DAY SIX
GRANADA, SPAIN
DAY SIX
Thursday, April 3
Begin your day with a Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and European Bureau Chief, Eric Reguly, as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines. This afternoon we transfer by private coach across Andalucia’s agricultural heartland with rolling hills and vast stretches of olive groves, arriving to Granada in the late afternoon. Tonight, have dinner on your own at one of the many wonderful restaurants in Granada.
Granada, Andalucia, Spain
DAY SEVEN
GRANADA, SPAIN
DAY SEVEN
Friday, April 4
This morning we host our final Globe Insider Breakfast with Globe’s Editor-in-Chief, David Walmsley and Eric Reguly as they discuss the daily newspaper headlines, followed by a Globe Journalist Talk by European Bureau Chief, Eric Reguly. Later, set off on your excursion choosing from: a visit of the Alhambra complex and the Generalife Gardens, a walking tour of the historic centre and the Albaicin area, a wine tasting at the Bodega Senorio del Nevada, or an electric bike tour in the hills above the Alhambra. This evening, we gather for our farewell dinner.
Malaga, Spain
DAY EIGHT
MALAGA, SPAIN
DAY EIGHT
Saturday, April 5
Your The Globe and Mail Madrid and Andalucia trip comes to an end this morning. Bid ‘hasta luego’ to your fellow guests before transferring* to Malaga Airport for your departure home. *A single transfer to the airport will be provided, departing the Granada hotel at 7:00AM.
RIOJA WINE TOUR – March 26-29
For further details on our pre-tour to the stunning Spanish wine region of Rioja located in the northern Spain area, please click here.
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