by – Matt Vernick, Tour Manager, Europe Barcelona is the capital of the Catalan region of north-eastern Spain and next to Madrid, is the second largest city in the country. ‘Barca’ however is easily the wealthiest of all Spanish cities and is primarily a port city perched on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea. The city is also within easy reach of the nearby islands or Ibiza, Majo... more »
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More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe Hotels vary for tours starting and finishing in Barcelona and you should check your tour documentation for your specific hotel. If you are unsure after you have checked your travel documents contact Contiki. Generally taxis in Spain a relatively inexpensive and are the best way to get to or from the airport.
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Sunset at the beach in front of Cafe Del Mar, Ibiza, Spain. Famous the world over for it’s chilled out lounge music, the vibe and atmosphere builds until the sun sets and the party really starts to crank up….pure Mediterranean magic.
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Style of Tour Time Out/Superior/Hotel Tour Featuring Spain Staying in Barcelona, Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Ibiza Starting in Barcelona Finishing in Ibiza Trip Forum Meeting Place Meet others who are going at the Spanish Spree Meeting Place More information, dates, rates, and bookings Full itinerary, optional excursions, maps, booking, departure dates and more at the Spanish Spree page Travelogs Create your own with My Trip Journals
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Capital: Madrid Currency: Euro Language: Spanish, Catalan, Basque and dialects of Spanish. Visas: Travel Visa Information Contiki Tours that travel to Spain > Manners and Customs In the North of Spain, particularly in the regions of Catalonia (in particular Barcelona and the Basque region, around Pamplona, people are fiercely independent and see themselves as being Catalan and Basque rath... more »
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When people hear the name ‘Ibiza’ only one word springs to most peoples minds…clubs. Even if people have no idea where this Spanish island paradise is, they know of the islands party and clubbing reputation, and rightfully so. With unarguably some of the worlds best clubs, Ibiza is a veritable paradise for party animals and sun-worshipers alike. Although it’s reputation is built on insane n... more »
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Madrid is the Capital of Spain and home to King Juan Carlos, the Prado Museum and Real Madrid Football Club. Madrid Airport
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