Barcelona’s best boutiques, Basque country flavors and Ávila’s holy sites.
Walk in the footsteps of Saint Teresa of Ávila in her hometown. Surrounded by medieval walls and watchtowers, the beautiful town draws pilgrims to the Convent of Saint Teresa, the Monastery of the Incarnation and other Catholic sites. On this eight-day, faith-based tour, you’ll also visit the Burgos Cathedral, Gaudí’s Sagrada Família temple in Barcelona, as well as Lourdes and Fátima.
Take in the panoramic Pyrenees from the medieval town of Aínsa before heading back to your room in a cozy converted farmhouse. This eight-day northern Spain tour then moves into the Basque region, where you’ll visit the Guggenheim in Bilbao, and eat tapas and sip kalimotxo (a blend of red wine and cola) in San Sebastián. Devote a day to Logroño, capital of the La Rioja wine region, before making your way to Madrid.
Find your perfect fit with a personalized tour of Barcelona’s most exclusive artisan workshops and hidden storefronts. With your guide taking care of appointments, you’ll be able to experience hidden gems. Stop in for a fitting with a renowned shoemaker, view the private collection of a major Spanish art dealer or explore a historic library located in an original Gaudí building.
An abundance of cultural treasures
Traveling across Europe opens your eyes to a world of unparalleled culture and history. It often seems impossible to choose between the Renaissance art of Florence and the Impressionist paintings of Paris; Germany’s Bavarian castles and the bustling multicultural London streets. The wealth of knowledge acquired in Europe is an asset of a lifetime – its only rivals being the people and food you’ll encounter along the way! Close proximity of individual countries makes it easy to incorporate any number of them into your trip, while each country is more than worthy of a focused, extended stay as you immerse yourself in the culture and communities.
The Possibilities Are Endless
Set to a backdrop of an impressive variety of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to the breath-taking Rocky Mountain range, North America offers a unique adventure for every traveler. Take a road trip along the Pacific Coast highway, zip-line through Canada’s temperate rainforests, or journey through Mexico’s Copper Canyon by train. The endless opportunities of the land will leave you wanting to discover more.
