Is Spain the most flamboyant country in Europe? Judge for yourself by exploring its compelling mix of culture, culinary creativity, outdoor adventure and glorious coast. Discover the architectural riches of Granada, Seville and Barcelona, stay in dreamy castles and palaces steeped in history and also spectacular Parador hotels. Visit several of the world’s best museums – found in Madrid, Bilbao and Valencia – enjoy finger-snapping flamenco accompanied by guitar, song and dance, particularly popular in Cordoba or Cadiz. Hike in rugged mountain ranges – the Picos de Europa in the north, the Pyrenees in the north east, the Sierra Nevada in the south. Make for beautiful beaches such as those on Costa de Almeria (for coves and quiet), Costa de la Luz (for long sandy stretches) and Ibiza (for sheer vibe). Drink wonderful wines from Rioja, Navarra, Andalucia. Dine at crazy late-night hours (so uniquely Spanish) on tapas, paella and amazing shellfish.
A self-guided hike between the "White Villages" of the Sierra de Grazalema - Zahara, Grazalema, Montejaque and majestic Ronda.
Menorca, Island Walks for Birds, Flowers & Prehistoric Taulas is a gently paced walking tour of this lovely small island, focused on spring wildflowers (especially orchids), bird watching & prehistoric monuments. Running 3 - 10 May 2025, a maximum of 14 guests stay in a exceptional historic hotel and enjoy superb cuisine and wines.
This beautiful and demanding trek in the Pyrenees takes us from France over the high mountains into Spain. Our route follows the ‘Freedom Trail’, one of the escape routes followed by thousands of allied servicemen and Jewish refugees seeking to escape Nazi-occupied France by fleeing to neutral Spain.
Architectural excellence throughout including the cathedrals of Burgos and León. Much fine sculpture as well.
Walled villages, grand monasteries, hilltop castles and a backdrop of vast, undulating landscape.
Includes the 16th-century Palace of El Escorial.
Good food: suckling pig, slow-roast lamb and kid; good wine of the Ribera del Duero.
We begin in Cordoba, visiting 8th century Mezquita and the Cathedral within it. We walk in the Sierra Subbéticas and the Alpujarras to see castles, ‘white villages’, olive groves and vineyards which lie along the historic route to our ultimate goal, Granada and the magnificent Alhambra. Optional extension to Seville is available.
Discover the great pilgrims’ city of Santiago de Compostela after walking the final stage of the Camino de Santiago.
Mallorca Narrow Gauge from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in Spain. Available from 6 Oct 2024 to 6 Oct 2024 this 6 day trip costs from £1,675.
SMALL GROUP CYCLE CHALLENGE
Magnificent scenery through French and Catalan Pyrenees. Conquer highest paved road in Pyrenees through Andorra. Descend out of mountains to iconic Barcelona. Hotels in historic towns en-route.
It is with some humility, and as a departure from our normal walking vision, that we at On Foot Holidays decided to offer a version of the Camino de Santiago, the most famous group of walking routes in the world.
Galicia - Lighthouse Way. An exciting self-guided walking holiday on Spain's Atlantic coast. On Foot is the only company offering a continuous walking route along this coast without the need for transfers. Price from £830 pp, shorter/cheaper options also available.
