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Go behind the scenes on a private tour of Fernando Higueras’ modernist masterpieces

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Sip and stroll through Rioja wineries designed by Calatrava and Gehry

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Walk into Surrealism at Salvador Dalí’s Theatre-Museum in Figueres

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Experience Barcelona at its architectural peak

Modern Spain

May 11-22, 2026

12 days | Spain | Art, Music & Theatre

Art, Architecture + Design

Join Liz Armstrong and Hugh Wakeham as they experience the modern architecture, contemporary art and creative design of Spain. Our visit will take us to the amazing cities of Madrid, Bilbao and Barcelona, with day trips to the Rioja Wine region and the town of Figueres. All along the way we will experience the breadth of Spanish art and architecture and savor attentive Spanish hospitality and cuisine.

Uncover the future of design in Spain's most vibrant cities on this bespoke journey through the capitals of modern art and spectacular architecture. This isn't a standard tour; it's a curated immersion into Spain's contemporary cultural landscape.

Discover internationally-celebrated art and design museums along with hidden gems in unique contemporary art galleries across all three cities. Enjoy rare, private visits to select residences within the Iconic Houses network and listed with Docomomo Iberia and enjoy exclusive architectural tours highlighting the work of Gehry, Higueras, Bofill, Gaudi, Sert, and others.

Enjoy a day trip to the celebrated Rioja Wine Region including visits to spectacular wineries designed by Gehry and Calatrava.

This exclusive, small-group trip is for discerning travelers who value innovation, style, and cultural immersion.

We hope you will join us on this wonderful trip to Spain!

Tour Cost (per person):

US$10,700 includes taxes and gratuities

Group Size:

Up to 14 participants

What’s included: 11 nights at 5* and/or premium design hotels with breakfast; transport by private coach; internal flights from Madrid to Bilbao, and Bilbao to Barcelona; meals as per the itinerary; taxes, reservation fees and gratuities; entrance fees for visits; English speaking guides

Itinerary at a Glance

Day	Activity
1	Arrival in Madrid
2	Madrid: Museo del Prado, CaixaForum Madrid, Museo ICO, Banksy Museum
3	Madrid: Museo Nacional de ArtesDecorativas, Museo Reina Sofia, Palacio de Liria
4	Madrid: Casa Encindida, Museo ABC, Visit to the studio of AD100 interior designer Beatriz Silveiras, Museo del Traje
5	Madrid: Pradera de San Isidro, Bus tour with Studio Noju Architects, Flight to Bilbao
6	Bilbao: Guggenheim Museum, Azkuna Zentroa cultural centre, Artxanda Funicular, walk the old city centre
7	Day trip to the Rioja wine region
8	Museo de Bellas Artes of Bilbao, Flight to Barcelona
9	Barcelona: Tour of Gaudi Architecture, Museu del Disseny, Tour Ricardo Bofill-designed projects, Visit Casa Moratiel
10	Barcelona: Day trip to Figueres, Visit the Dali Theatre Museum
11	Barcelona: Picasso Museum, Museo d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona, Mercat de Santa Caterina, Barcelona Pavilion, Fundacion Joan Miro
12	Depart

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Your Tour Leaders

Recognized for her long record of innovative exhibitions and publications, Elizabeth Armstrong has been a leader in shaping the identity of museums as organizations of dynamism and exchange. Today her work is focused on exhibition development, curation, and writing on art.

Hugh Wakeham is an internationally experienced presenter, producer, and promoter with over 45 years in the arts, spanning theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. With a background in Urban Studies, he now curates international travel experiences focused on modern architecture and contemporary art.

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