One of Europe’s most visually stunning cities, Barcelona balances the medieval intimacy of its Gothic Quarter with the grace and distinction of the wide boulevards in the Moderniste Eixample. It was the home of architect Antoni Gaudí, whose Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Park Güell and Casa Milà are the most profound statements of Modernisme. View the splendid works at the Picasso Museum and the Miro Foundation, or discover Barcelona’s passionate ambiance at a flamenco show.
Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.
NOTE: this program starts in Madrid, Spain therefore arriving flights need to be booked into the Madrid International Airport (MAD). This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or for those who use a wheelchair, walker or scooter due to the amount of walking, many steps and cobbled surfaces. There are long segments of driving on this program.
DAY 1
Upon arriving at the Madrid International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Please look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo.
You will then be transferred to your hotel, where you will spend the evening. Meals are on your own today.
Note: Single guests will transfer in a sedan and couples in a van. Sedans hold 2 pieces of luggage plus 2 carryon size bags. Vans hold 4 pieces of luggage plus 2 -3 carry-on sized bags. Should you have more luggage than is permissible, a larger vehicle may be required with additional cost. Please advise your booking agent at least 21 days before sailing if a larger vehicle is required.
Day 2
Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.
As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.
Lunch follows, after which you will return to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.
By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.
Note: In Toledo there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over paved and cobblestone surfaces with some ascending inclines. In Madrid you will have approximately 1.5km / .9 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.
DAY 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.
The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.
Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.
After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.
Note: In Segovia you will have approximately 1km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestones and paved surfaces, with some ascending inclines and in Escorial there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.
DAY 4
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide for a two-hour drive to Siguenza. Enjoy the changing landscape along the way.
Arrive to the ancient town of Siguenza, considered one of the best kept villages in Spain. Located in a strategical location and overlooking a fertile area, the town has been inhabited since the paleolithic time, and conserves evident traces of ancient settlers such as Romans, Visigots and Arabs just to name a few.
Follow your guide on a stroll through its medieval streets, admire the central square “ Plaza Mayor “ and the façades of many elegant palaces houses, churches and convents that reflect the ancient important of Siguenza.
After lunch in typical restaurant, continue to Zaragoza (2 hour drive). Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.
Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the old quarter. See the famous Basilica of Pilar: overlooking the Ebro River, it is famous pilgrimage site with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and multiple domes.
After visiting, check in to your hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.
Note: In Seguenza you will have approximately approx. 1 km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces and some light inclines and in Zaragoza approximately 1 km/ .6 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.
DAY 5
Enjoy breakfast and check out before taking a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.
Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist.
After lunch, proceed to the port of Barcelona where you will embark the ship.
Note: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Madrid International Airport
Transfer to your hotel and check-in
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at your hotel
8:30am Meet with your local guide for a tour of Toledo and Madrid
10:00am Visit of Toledo
1:00pm Lunch at local restaurant
3:00pm Departure from Toledo for Madrid
4:30pm Arrival in Madrid and city tour
6:00pm Return to your hotel for the evening
Dinner is on own
Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar
DAY 3
AM Breakfast at your hotel
8.:30am Meet your local guide and depart for Segovia
10:00am Segovia visit
12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant
2:00pm Depart for Escorial
3:00pm Arrival in Escorial
3:15pm Visit Escorial
5:30pm Arrival back at your hotel
Dinner is own own
Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at your hotel
8:45am Meet your guide at reception for a transfer to Madrid-Siguenza
10:30am Visit Siguenza
12:45pm Lunch at Parador de Siguenza
2:30pm Drive to Zaragoza
4:30pm Arrival to Zaragoza and city tour
6:30pm Check-in at the hotel
Dinner at leisure and rest of the evening at leisure
Overnight at the Nh Collection Zaragoza or similar hotel
DAY 5
AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out
8:30am Drive from Zaragoza to the Monastery of Poblet
10:30am Arrival and visit
12:45pm Lunch at a local restaurant
2:15pm Drive Barcelona for embarkation
3:45pm Approximate arrival in Barcelona and embark the ship
Expected Weather
April: average temperature 12º C
May: average temperature 15º C
June: average temperature 20º C
September: average temperature 22º C
October: average temperature 15º C
November: average temperature 10º C
What to Bring
Weather-appropriate clothing, hats, flat comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection, umbrellas and cameras.
Currency
Euro
Electricity
220 volts. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A valid passport is required.
Hotel addresses
Eurostar Madrid Tower
Paseo de la Castellana 259 28046 Madrid
Phone: +34 913 342700
NH Collection Zaragoza
C. Joaquín Costa, 5, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain
Phone: +34 976 22 19 01
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes
3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)
1 night at the NH Collection Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)
4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee
English-speaking tour escort
Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)
Entrance fees per the itinerary
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program excludes
•Gratuities to drivers and guides
•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Price: $2,999 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
Experience the magic of motorsport in Barcelona! Join us for expertly curated motorsport adventure that blends exotic cars, gourmet cuisine, shopping, and guided tours in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. Take a guided tour of Circuit De Catalunya, the iconic Formula 1 racetrack, and learn about the historic Montjuïc F1 street racetrack. Feel the adrenaline as you drive an exotic supercar like an Aston Martin, Lamborghini, or Ferrari through stunning Spanish landscapes. Witness captivating Flamenco dancing, savor exquisite Andalusian and Catalan culinary delights with a private lunch and wine pairings at MontRubi Vineyards and take to the skies with a breathtaking helicopter ride over Montserrat National Park.
Ray Chang:
Join award-winning travel host Ray Chang, owner of Motorsport Lab. With over 1000 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor and accolades from DuPont Registry Exotic Car Magazine, Ray is the ultimate guide for motorsport enthusiasts. As an Aston Martin, Ferrari, and Lamborghini owner, Ray’s passion for motorsport shines through his unique travel adventures. Experience the origins of iconic brands while immersing in the local culture, design, and cuisine. Enjoy driving exotic cars, visiting Formula 1 racetracks, touring auto museums with exclusive previews, dining at top restaurants, shopping at boutique stores, and even having an espresso with factory workers. Ray’s personable nature, “help-first” attitude, and extensive knowledge of local cultures and cuisines make every trip unforgettable. Join Ray for a journey filled with thrilling motorsport experiences and rich cultural insights.
Day 1 - July 19, 2025
Welcome to the beautiful city of Barcelona. Upon your arrival at Barcelona’s International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the ME Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel.
Check in time is at 3:00pm. Should you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee your room’s availability upon your early arrival otherwise luggage storage is available at the hotel until the rooms are ready.
Take some time to settle into your accommodations and start immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and history of this iconic Spanish city.
In the evening, join your fellow enthusiasts for an Informal Meet and Greet at the hotel’s bar. Here, you'll meet Ray Chang and get acquainted with the group, setting the tone for the thrilling days ahead. The rest of the evening is on your own to take in Barcelona, have dinner by yourself. Or feel free to join Ray for an impromptu dinner at one his favorite local restaurants (on own account).
Day 2 - July 20, 2025
After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby and dive into motorsport history with a group supercar driving experience on the historic Montjuïc street circuit.
Transfer to the Experience Center where you will have a briefing on learning the Spanish racing culture followed by learning how to drive a supercar. Next, participate in a group road rally to experience MontRubi. Here you will tour the vineyard with lunch and wine pairing.
Soon after, enjoy an exhilarating helicopter tour that provides a unique aerial perspective of Montserrat, one of Barcelona’s treasured National Parks.
Return to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own giving you the chance to explore the city's diverse dining options.
DAY 3 - July 21, 2025
Day three promises even more excitement! Meet your guide in the lobby and depart for the F1 Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The scenic 60-minute drive will give you a chance to see more of the beautiful city of Barcelona.
Upon arrival, experience the thrill of the F1 Circuit with a comprehensive ninety-minute tour. Learn about the history of the track, explore the paddocks, and maybe even catch a glimpse of some racing action.
After an exhilarating morning, return to Barcelona for lunch at a traditional Catalonian restaurant. Enjoy a sumptuous meal paired with a tasting of exquisite Catalan wines.
The afternoon offers you the chance to leisurely explore Barcelona on a walking tour, uncovering the city's wonders, with additional opportunities to shop and sightsee at your own pace. Discover iconic landmarks, charming streets, and hidden gems.
Celebrate the end of your Barcelona adventure with a vibrant farewell dinner. Experience the passion and energy of a live flamenco show at the renowned Tablao de Carmen or similar venue, accompanied by yet another delicious meal.
Day 4 - July 22, 2025
As your incredible journey in Barcelona comes to an end, prepare for your departure. After breakfast and check out, transfer to the port of Barcelona where you will join your cruise, carrying with you unforgettable memories of your time in this magnificent city.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Please note: Due to mandatory vacation and maintenance work in the summer months, some of the tours may not be available. As such, Motorsport Lab reserves the right to modify the itinerary, where necessary.
Extra Nights
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive in Barcelona, you are met in the arrivals hall after Customs, Immigration and luggage claim, and transferred to your hotel
3:00pm Check in time at the hotel
Lunch on own
5-6:00pm Meet Ray in the lobby for drinks
Dinner on own or join Ray for an impromptu dinner (on own account)
Overnight at the ME Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at the hotel
9:15am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:30am Transfer to Experience Supercar
10:30am Driver’s briefing on Barcelona’s Historic Urban F1 Circuit
11:30am Group Drive to MontRubi in a Mix of Supercars with a Switch
1:00pm Lunch at a winery with tasting menu and wine pairing
4:00pm Helicopter experience of Montserrat National Park
5:00pm Return to your hotel
6:00pm Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the ME Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 3
AM Breakfast at your hotel
8:15am Meet your guide in the lobby of the hotel
8:30am Depart for F1 Circuit of Barcelona Track Tour
10:00am F1 Circuit of Barcelona Track Tour
11:30am Depart for lunch
1:00pm Traditional Spanish lunch in Barcelona
3:00pm Guided, leisurely walking tour of Barcelona
5:00pm Transfer to Poble Espanyol or similar venue for a Farewell Dinner
6:00pm Dinner and Flamenco Show
8:00pm Return to your hotel
8:30pm Remainder of the evening at your leisure
Overnight at the ME Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
12:00pm Check out and transfer as a group to the port of Barcelona for embarkation
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Weather
In July, the average temperature in Barcelona should be approximately 27 C / 80 F.
What to bring
Dress will be casual throughout. When visiting churches your knees and shoulders must be covered. Bring good walking shoes, a hat, weather-appropriate clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Guests opting to drive during the program must bring with them a valid International Drivers Permit and license as well as credit card for any damages. A waiver form will be required to be signed.
One location where guests may purchase an International “Drivers Permit is from AAA. You do not need to be a member for this.
Guests will need to wear closed-toe shoes for driving.
Currency
Euro, USD are not accepted
Electricity
220 volts. Bring a travel adaptor if you have electrical devices, as converters aren’t typically available at the hotels.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A valid passport is required.
Hotel
ME Hotel Barcelona
C/ de Casp, 1-13, L'Eixample, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 932 77 94 18
Program includes:
•3 nights at the ME Hotel Barcelona– Standard Room (or similar hotel) with breakfast daily including juice, tea or coffee and water
•Touring and entrances per the itinerary
•Luggage handling at the hotel for up to 2 suitcases per person
•VAT and city taxes
•Each guest will receive a 20KM Super Driving Experience. Supercar models include Aston Martin Vantage, Lamborghini Huracan, Ferrari 458/488 and Ferrari Portofino. Models may change and higher-end models may be available for an additional fee payable on site.
•Day 2 and Day 3 - lunch with Catalan wine tasting including two beverages (wine/beer/soft drinks/coffee)
•Day 3 - Farewell dinner with Flamenco Show at Tablao de Carmen or similar venue including two glasses of wine or beer or soft drinks, bottled water
•Transfers
•Any touring and entrances per the itinerary
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program does not include:
•Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
•Gratuities to drivers and guides or at restaurants
•Hotel incidentals including room service, mini bar and laundry
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Price: $10,299 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
Explore landmarks in and around Barcelona, including UNESCO World Heritage sites designed by the legendary architect Antoni Gaudí, and enjoy a walking tour of medieval Girona that lends more insight into the Catalonia region.
Note: Due to the amount of walking, this program is not recommended for guests with mobility restrictions.
DAY 1
Upon arriving at the Barcelona International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Please look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo.
You will then be transferred to the Nobu Hotel Barcelona or a similar hotel, where you will spend the evening. Meals will be on your own today.
Your hotel is located in the Eixample district of Barcelona, just a 10-minute walk to Las Ramblas. Passeig de Gràcia, the city’s nicest shopping street, is easily reached on foot. Emblematic buildings and sights such as Casa Batlló, Casa Milà (La Pedrera), La Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum are also nearby if you wish to visit them.
Note: Single guests will transfer in a sedan and couples in a van. Sedans hold 2 pieces of luggage plus 2 carry-on size bags. Vans hold 4 pieces of luggage plus 2-3 carry-on size bags. If you have more luggage than is permissible, a larger vehicle may be required for an additional cost. Please advise your booking agent at least 21 days before sailing if a larger vehicle is required.
DAY 2
After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet the guide and begin touring the city. You will pass the Columbus monument and the waterfront on the way to Sagrada Familia, the extraordinary still-unfinished church that famed architect Antoni Gaudí worked on until his death in 1926. The guide will explain the history of the church and its lengthy ongoing construction during your outside visit.
Continuing on, you will begin walking through the Gothic Quarter, passing landmarks such as the La Seu Cathedral and city hall. A more sweeping view of Barcelona awaits you upon reaching Mount Juic hill, where you may pause for photos. You will then visit Spanish Village, an open-air museum with replicas of characteristic houses from several regions of Spain. As you meander the grounds, you may observe artists such as glassblowers demonstrating their talents.
A lunch including local specialties follows, after which you will return to your hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 3
After breakfast at your hotel, you will settle in for a direct transfer to Girona, accompanied by a guide. Northern Catalonia’s largest city, Girona is full of museums, galleries and Gothic churches, strung around a tangle of cobbled lanes and medieval walls. Reflections of modernist mansions shimmer in the river that divides the historic center from the commercial center.
During a comprehensive walking tour of the city center, you will enjoy an inside visit of the 12th-century Arab baths and see the remains of Girona’s historical Jewish community. During free time that follows, you might savor lunch on your own before transferring back to Barcelona, where the remainder of the evening will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
Day 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel to Colonia Güell, another one of Gaudí’s unfinished works. Like La Sagrada Familia, this church is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Businessman Eusebio Güell commissioned Gaudí to build it for his textile factory workers in the village of Santa Coloma de Cervelló. The church is particularly noteworthy because the famed architect introduced advanced technology on it that he finetuned in later projects.
In time, you will travel to Cavas Freixenet in the heart of the Penedès region, a region well-known in Roman times for producing quality wines. There, you will tour the cellars, learn about the production of its sparkling cava wine and enjoy a lunch of local specialties.
Afterwards, you will return to Barcelona for embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Barcelona International Airport and private transfer to the Nobu Hotel Barcelona for a 3:00 pm check in. Although rooms may be available before then, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arrival, you may wish to book an extra night, so your room is ready upon your arrival.
Meals will be on your own and the evening will be at your leisure.
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided,and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide, panoramic drive to Sagrada Familia and outside visit
10:30am Drive to Gothic Quarter and walking tour
12:30pm Panoramic drive to Mont Juic and walking tour
1:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant
3:00pm Return to your hotel
Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Nobu Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 3
AM Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Begin transfer to Girona
10:30am Walking tour of Girona
12:30pm Free time for lunch and further exploration
3:30pm Return to Barcelona
Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on your own
Overnight at the Nobu Hotel Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:45am Meet your guide in the lobby
10:00am Visit Colonia Güell
11:00am Drive to Freixenet Cellars
11:45am Visit the cellars and enjoy lunch
2:15pm Drive toward Barcelona
3:15pm Arrive at the Barcelona pier for embarkation
Weather
Average monthly temperatures in Barcelona:
April – 17C or 63F
May – 23C or 73F
June – 25C or 77F
July – 29C or 84F
August – 30C or 86F
September – 26C or 78F
October – 24C or 75F
November – 14C or57F
What to Bring
Dress is casual throughout the program. Bring comfortable clothes including a warm waterproof jacket for cooler months and in case of rain, waterproof walking shoes, a hat, sun protection, umbrella and camera.
Currency
Euro
USD are not accepted
Electricity
220 volts. Bring a travel adaptor if you have electrical devices, as converters aren’t typically available at the hotels.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A valid passport is required.
Hotel
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Av. de Roma, 2, 4, Distrito de Sants-Montjuïc, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 936 42 88 88
Program includes:
•3 nights at the Nobu Hotel Barcelona – Deluxe (or similar hotel) with buffet breakfast daily including juice, tea or coffee and water
•Lunches on Days 2 and 4 to include water and 1 glass wine, beer or a soft drink
•Touring and entrances per the itinerary
•Luggage handling at the hotel for up to 2 suitcases per person
•VAT and city taxes
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program does not include:
•Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
•Gratuities to drivers and guides or at restaurants
•Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.
Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be released. Arrangements for accommodations and transfers will be at the expense of guests.
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Price: $2,199 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.