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Private & Small Group Tours of Northern Spain

Setting off on Northern Spain travel will bring many pleasant surprises as this unique region is home to outstanding towns like Salamanca and its House of Shells, to the Basque Country's Bilbao and its Guggenheim Museum, to fiery Pamplona, motherland of the San Fermin Running of the Bulls festival and the Rioja region, renown around the globe for its exceptional wines. Discover the secrets of multisided Spain with tailor-made tours to Northern Spain.
Setting off on Northern Spain travel will bring many pleasant surprises as this unique region is home to outstanding towns like Salamanca and its House of Shells, to the Basque Country's Bilbao and its Guggenheim Museum, to fiery Pamplona, motherland of the San Fermin Running of the Bulls festival and the Rioja region, renown around the globe for its exceptional wines. Discover the secrets of multisided Spain with tailor-made tours to Northern Spain.
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Private holiday in Spain featuring a tour of the one-of-a-kind Barcelona Cathedral
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Treasures of Two Spanish Capitals

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5.0
47 Reviews

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7 days
1 country, 2 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,2 cities
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BarcelonaMadrid
SpainSpain:Barcelona, Madrid
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A couple of tourists enjoying traditional Spanish paella during a memorable Iberian vacation
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Essential Iberian Capitals

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4.8
67 Reviews

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9 days
2 countries, 3 cities
4-starhotels
SpainPortugal2 countries,3 cities
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BarcelonaMadridLisbon
SpainSpain:Barcelona, Madrid
PortugalPortugal:Lisbon
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Epic journey by car covering the best that Spain has to offer
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Best of Spain: Journey by Car

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49 Reviews

Journey by car

13 days
1 country, 6 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,6 cities
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BarcelonaValenciaMadridToledoGranadaSeville
SpainSpain:Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville
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A couple of tourists enjoying a cup of hot chocolate at the Plaza Mayor in Madrid
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43 Reviews

The Heart of Spain

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7 days
1 country, 1 city
4-starhotel
Spain1 country,1 city
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Madrid
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Holiday in Spain featuring a tour of the Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral, also known as the House of Light
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Barcelona and Northern Spain

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4.9
40 Reviews

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13 days
1 country, 5 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,5 cities
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BarcelonaSan SebastianBilbaoLeonSantiago de Compostela
SpainSpain:Barcelona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Leon, Santiago de Compostela
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A woman holding a flag of Spain on the streets of Barcelona
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Best of Catalonia

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6 days
1 country, 1 city
4-starhotel
Spain1 country,1 city
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Barcelona
SpainSpain:Barcelona
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Unforgettable vacation covering all the Spanish must-sees, including the Calahorra Tower in Cordoba
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Spain Discovery

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48 Reviews

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12 days
1 country, 5 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,5 cities
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BarcelonaGranadaCordobaSevilleMadrid
SpainSpain:Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Madrid
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A tourist near the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral during the city tour
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Madrid, Castile and Leon & Galicia

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4.9
47 Reviews

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11 days
1 country, 4 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,4 cities
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MadridSalamancaLeonSantiago de Compostela
SpainSpain:Madrid, Salamanca, Leon, Santiago de Compostela
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Spanish tour program covering Basque Country, Rioja, Madrid, and Barcelona, home of the world-famous Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
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49 Reviews

Barcelona, Basque Country, Rioja & Madrid

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49 Reviews

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11 days
1 country, 4 cities
4-starhotels
Spain1 country,4 cities
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BarcelonaSan SebastianBilbaoMadrid
SpainSpain:Barcelona, San Sebastian, Bilbao, Madrid
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Northern Spain Trip Packages

Boasting well-preserved medieval villages, scenic wine regions, and awe-inspiring natural heritage, charming Northern Spain has already wooed thousands of hearts. To guarantee you a fantastic vacation, we offer a wide selection of Northern Spain travel packages covering the most stunning landmarks of this picturesque region. In addition to extensive sightseeing programs, all tours include top-notch accommodation, airport transfers, direct connections, and plenty of engaging experiences promising every traveler an idyllic Northern Spain vacation.



Things To Do & Places To See in Northern Spain

Don't miss out on any important sights & experiences in Northern Spain

Learn more about what awaits you in Northern Spain and come together with our team of destination specialists to work on your Northern Spain itinerary. Tailored to your preferences, it also includes centrally-located hotels, convenient transfers, and comprehensive tours.

Highlights of Northern Spain tours
  • San Sebastian
  • Santillana del Mar
  • Pamplona
  • Santiago de Compostela
  • Bilbao
  • Gaztelugatxe
  • Santander
  • Rioja Wine Region




Northern Spain Travel Tips

Northern Spain awaits! Read the expert travel tips for the unparalleled region and think of all the marvelous experiences awaiting you in Spain.

Northern Spain
  • What to pack

    While exploring the wonders of Northern Spain, you will spend long hours walking, so it is advisable to pack a pair of comfortable shoes.

  • Food

    Some of the must-taste specialties from Northern Spain include Marmitako, Txistorra, Chiperones, and Tarta de Santiago.

  • How much to tip

    Tipping in Spain is optional yet appreciated; therefore, we suggest leaving a few Euros if you enjoyed the service.

  • Currency

    Make sure to exchange some money to Euros before you trip; having local currency with you might come in handy.

  • When to travel

    The best time to travel to Northern Spain is arguably late spring- early fall, when the weather is nice and it’s less crowded.

  • Souvenirs

    Olive oil, authentic sweets, and other locally-produced delicacies make great souvenirs to bring from Spain.



Best Northern Spain Sights

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  • Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain
    Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain
    Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain
    Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain

    The Buen Retiro Park meaning the "Park of the Pleasant Retreat" is one of the biggest parks in Madrid and is among its main attractions.

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  • Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain
    Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain
    Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain
    Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain

    The Prado Museum, considered one the greatest museums of art on the globe, is Spain's main national art museum and the proud owner of the best single collection of Spanish art on the planet. 

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  • Puerta del Sol, Madrid
    Puerta del Sol, Madrid
    Puerta del Sol, Madrid, Spain
    Puerta del Sol, Madrid, Spain

    Puerta del Sol is a bustling square located in the very heart of the capital of Spain. Many historic sights and popular landmarks on the renowned square have made it to our days and are major Madrid tourist attractions.

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  • Marci Turer
    From United States:
    United States
    5

    That was a FANTASTIC trip!

    Traveled to Spain

    That was a FANTASTIC trip! We were super satisfied with everything! Special thanks to the guide in Alhambra - we all were just in love with his job as he was incredibly interesting! All other guides, logistical arrangements, and hotels were fantastic as well!

    Published, Aug 17, 2018
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  • Eleanor Monahan
    From United States:
    United States
    5

    A very special trip to Spain

    Traveled to Spain

    My thanks to you for a truly outstanding Firebird Tour to Southern Spain. My friends and I had a wonderful time. The hotels were quite lovely and the guides were excellent. Thank you for all you did to make this such a very special trip.

    Published, Aug 16, 2018
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  • Ron Heenan
    From United States:
    United States
    5

    A wonderful holiday in Spain

    Traveled to Spain

    We have just returned from the Spanish Tour that Firebird organized for us. I would like to thank you for organizing such a wonderful holiday. The accommodation was fantastic along with the transport and the tour guides.

    Published, Jul 31, 2018
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  • Bill Rivera
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    United States
    5

    Thanks for a wonderful trip around Spain

    Traveled to Spain

    My wife and I wish to thank the Firebird staff for a wonderful trip around Spain. It was an amazing experience. We were extremely happy with the accommodations and delighted with the tour guides.

    Published, Jul 26, 2018
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  • Xiaozhuo Chen
    From United States:
    United States
    4

    Our total experience in Spain was very positive

    Traveled to Spain

    Although our total experience in Spain was very positive, we did encounter some technical problems. Several times, we tried the emergency phone number Firebird provided to us. But we could not get through because a special code was needed. But I could not find the code. Other than these, our trip was very good.

    Published, Oct 11, 2016
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  • Jason and Sarah Donnavan
    From United States:
    United States
    5

    Recently returned from our awesome trip to Spain. Had a blast!

    Traveled to Spain

    Recently returned from our awesome trip to Spain. Had a blast! Our trip was very enjoyable and stress free! In each city we had the feeling that we were visiting an old friend that showed us the best the cities have to offer. Our trip was very enjoyable and stress free!/p>

    Published, Jan 29, 2016
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  • Cheryl and Daniel Wenzel
    From United States:
    United States
    5

    Our trip to Spain was everything we have been dreaming of and more!

    Traveled to Spain

    Our trip to Spain was everything we have been dreaming of and more! The thing that shocked me most was that every point of the tour was soo well-organized! I can go on for pages about our trip but to sum I'd like to say thank you for planning an excellent vacation for us!

    Published, Jan 28, 2016
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