Welcome to Madrid! On arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin exploring this vibrant city. Perhaps take a stroll to the Plaza Mayor, where you can relax and people watch at one of the many cafes lining the square. Marvel at the stunning architecture of the Bakery House, which dominates the area, or just soak in the lively atmosphere. Madrid is renowned for its many art galleries, so why not pay a visit to the Prado Museum and take a look at the impressive collection of inspiring artworks? (Overnight in Madrid)

After breakfast at your hotel this morning, board the train for a scenic ride to Granada. On arrival in Granada, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the city of Granada and the surrounding Granada province is steeped in medieval history, and its fascinating Moorish architectural heritage draws thousands of visitors every year from around the world. Enjoy a meal of delicious tapas at a local bar, happen upon a spontaneous flamenco performance, or admire the street art that lines the narrow cobblestone boulevards. (Overnight in Granada)

After breakfast this morning, immerse yourself in Spain’s Moorish past with your included entrance to the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens, the most popular attraction in the city and one of the most beloved monuments in all of Spain. With construction starting in the 11th century, and numerous additions and revisions over hundreds of years, the palace is now a painstakingly restored love letter to Moorish architecture. (Overnight in Granada)

Journey by train to Cordoba via Antequera today, and check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. A smaller city than its Andalucian neighbors of Seville and Granada, Cordoba makes up for its lack of size with history, charm and more than a few spectacular sights. Make your way to Cordoba Old Town, with its glorious Mezquita and in the evening, discover the Plaza de las Tendillas with its excellent bars and restaurants. (Overnight in Cordoba)

After breakfast this morning, enjoy an additional day touring Cordoba. Discover Alco¡zar de los Reyes Cristianos, a site also called the Palace of the Christian Kings, built in the 14th century by Alfonso XI. Walk through the inside of the palace and see remarkable Arabian baths, Roman mosaics and a sarcophagus of marble from the 3rd century. Admire the Moorish and Christian architecture that line the alleyways around Juderia – the city’s Jewish quarter, dating back to the time of the Romans. Look out for important monuments dedicated to the most important sons of Cordoba: Roman philosopher Seneca, Arabian philosopher Averroes and Jewish philosopher Maimonides. From here, continue to El Zoco, a market where traditional artisans paint and flamenco dancers’ practice. This evening enjoy the ancient passions of Flamenco with a 2hr show included at Tablao Flamenco El Cardenal. (Overnight in Cordoba)

Board the train from Cordoba to Seville today, and on arrival in Seville, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. As the artistic, cultural, and financial capital of southern Spain, Seville is a historical masterpiece full of Islamic monuments, gardens and lively Flamenco festivals. Explorer the huge Plaza de Espana and Maria Luisa Park, San Cruz Quarter, and Triana, the birthplace of flamenco. Admire the city’s great architecture styles on display, from Islamic and Gothic to Rococo. (Overnight in Seville)

After an early breakfast, miss the crowds with an early access tour of the spectacular Royal Palace of Alcozar and the magnificent Seville Cathedral – home to many riches of Spanish Colonialism as well as the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Perhaps climb the steady slope to the top of La Giralda for an impressive view, or even atop the futurist Metropol Parasol for a unique photo opportunity. In the evening, perhaps enjoy a meal of tapas and sample other local specialties at one of the many pavement bars around the city. (Overnight in Seville)

Return to Madrid by train today and enjoy a final night in the city. Perhaps visit some of the sights you missed at the beginning of the trip, or revisit some of your favorites. (Overnight in Madrid)

After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your journey, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, one of our Rail Specialists would be happy to help you with all the details.