SPAIN BY TRAIN APRIL 12-20, 2026
Experience the vibrant spirit of Spain during the springtime on a delightful journey through Barcelona, Madrid, and Sevilla, perfectly curated for a small group of 16 guests traveling with a dedicated concierge. In Barcelona, wander the whimsical architecture of Gaudí’s Sagrada Família and stroll along the lively Las Ramblas. Then it’s off to Madrid, where world-class art at the Prado Museum and elegant boulevards set the scene for tapas-filled evenings. Finally, soak up the soul of Andalucía in Sevilla, with its romantic flamenco rhythms, majestic Alcázar palace, and fragrant orange-blossom-lined streets. It’s the perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and camaraderie in the heart of Spain.
BRIEF ITINERARY
4/12 Arrive in Barcelona; check in to hotel (Barcelona)
4/13 Tours of Sagrada Familia, Boqueria Market, Gothic Quarter (Barcelona)
4/14 Free day: Options to visit Monserrat or Girona available (Barcelona)
4/15 Train to Madrid; free time to visit museums; tapas evening tour (Madrid)
4/16 Day trip to Toledo with winery visit and tastings (Madrid)
4/17 Train to Seville; historical walking tour; Arab baths option (Seville)
4/18 Free day: Options to visit Gibralter or Granada (Seville)
4/19 Private tours of Alcazar and Seville Cathedral; Flamenco evening (Seville)
4/20 Time to head home – or extend your trip!
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED IN TOUR PACKAGE
- Private airport arrival transfer to your hotel in Barcelona
- Tours of Barcelona’s most beloved sites, including the Sagrada Familia Basilica, the Gothic Quarter and the Boqueria food market
- A full day trip to the historic city of Toledo from Madrid with a vineyard visit and wine tasting
- An evening with a local in Madrid – strolling and eating tapas!
- A brief walking tour of Seville to learn about its history and architecture
- A private tour of the Alcazar Palace and the Cathedral of Seville.
- A Flamenco evening at the Tablao Pura Esencia in Seville (one of the best!)
- Tickets between cities on efficient high-speed trains
- Travel with a small group accompanied by a dedicated tour concierge.
- Complimentary pre and post trip planning assistance
- 8 nights in highly rated and centrally located 4 star hotels including breakfast daily
HOTELS
Barcelona: Barcelona Catedral**** https://www.barcelonacatedral.com/en/
Madrid: Hotel Emperador **** https://www.emperadorhotel.com/en/
Seville: Legado Magdalena **** https://legadomagdalenahotel.com/en/hotel-in-seville-legado-magdalena-hotel/
THE FINE PRINT
Price per person when sharing a room: $4500
Single room to yourself, add: $675
Hotels and tours may be changed as needed to an equal or better option.
Not included in the trip price: International airfare, trip insurance, taxis/ubers or other transport not specified above, any meals not specified above,
DUBAI JANUARY 11-18, 2026
Here’s your chance to visit Dubai! We called this beautiful place our home for more than 12 years and can’t wait to show it off to our friends (old and new!). This small group will have 14 or fewer guests and will include a full time concierge traveling with the group. We will be staying in CLUB LEVEL rooms at the fabulous 5 star RAFFLES DUBAI HOTEL and will enjoy private airport transfers, breakfast daily, afternoon tea daily, evening drinks and snack daily, plus tours and excursions as described below.
- 6 nights (double occupancy) at the 5 star Raffles Dubai Hotel in a 750 sq ft CLUB LEVEL room
- Club lounge access including daily breakfast and evening drinks/canapes
- Round trip private airport transfers
- Full day tour of Dubai including visits to the Burj Khalifa, Gold and Spice Souk, Museum of the Future, the Dubai Fountain, Dubai Creek, Dubai Marina and more!
- Full day tour to Abu Dhabi including visit to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the amazing Shaikh Zayed Mosque.
- Full day tour to Musandam, Oman to visit a traditional village and to sail on a traditional wooden dow ship through the beautiful fjords – full of dolphins!
- Half day desert safari with 4×4 dune “bashing” with dinner and an evening under the stars
- Free time to visit the Dubai Mall (world’s largest), Burj al Arab, sunbathe on the beach, or play golf at one of the many top class golf courses.
- Full time concierge traveling with the group while in Dubai
- Assistance pre and post trip with air book and any trip add-ons
- Extend your trip to Turkey, Africa or even Asia. Ask us how!
The price per person when sharing a room for this small group trip is $4900. Add $900 to have a room all to yourself. Prices are not guaranteed until booked. Space for this trip is very limited – so don’t wait to get in touch!
REGISTRATION COMING SOON FOR ICELAND AND SOUTHERN ITALY 2026: STAY TUNED!
GREEK ISLANDS JUNE 30-JULY 8, 2025 *bookings now closed*
$4250 per person when sharing a double occupancy room
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day island-hopping adventure visiting 3 of Greece’s most enchanting islands: Mykonos, Ios and Santorini! This is our #1 trip and is always a big hit with our clients. On this trip you will:
Relax in style at our 4-star boutique waterfront hotels in Mykonos and Ios.
Soak in the dramatic views from our boutique cliffside hotels in Santorini.
Fuel up each morning with a hearty Greek breakfast.
Enjoy seamless travel with our private chauffeurs on each island.
Spend an afternoon with a local expert exploring Mykonos Town.
Take fast ferries between islands, with private drivers greeting us at each port.
Explore the hidden beaches of Ios via Zodiac boats – stopping often to swim in the crystal-clear Aegean Sea.
Watch the sunset from the village of Oia in Santorini – a once in a lifetime experience!
Visit the ruins of ancient Akrotiri, where archeologists are piecing together the mysteries of a lost civilization.
Cap off your adventure with a luxurious day aboard a private catamaran, sailing through the stunning caldera of Santorini. Enjoy a delicious lunch cooked right on the boat!
Relax knowing that you are in great hands. Your concierge has been visiting these islands for decades. With her inside knowledge, she can confidently recommend the best flights, optional tours and will suggest favorite restaurants and shops. Enjoy all the benefits of traveling with a small group (14 guests max), while still having plenty of free time to explore or dine on your own should you choose.
Please note: Hotel room choices will be on a first to book basis. All hotels have the option to upgrade rooms for a supplementary cost.
Included in the package price:
- 8 nights stay in 4-star hotels located beach or cliff side
- Breakfast daily
- Private airport transfers upon arrival Private airport transfer upon departure
- Luxury private tour and ferry transfers as mentioned in the attached trip description
- Fast ferry ticket from Mykonos to Ios
- Fast ferry ticket from Ios to Santorini
- Private walking tour of Mykonos town
- Private round-trip transfers into Mykonos town from Ornos Beach on July 1st
- Private round-trip transfer from Firostefani town to Domaine Singalas winery and to Oia village
- A day on a luxury private catamaran with all drinks and lunch included
- Round trip transfers to Akrotiri from Firostefani
- Private tour of Akrotiri archeological site
- Private transfers from Akrotiri to the Black Beach for lunch
- Full time concierge traveling with the group to assist with logistics and optional bookings.
- Pre-trip assistance with flight bookings and optional tour choice
- Pre-trip meet and greet for the group.
SWITZERLAND AUGUST 25-31, 2025 **SOLD OUT**
Included in the $4400 trip price
2 nights in the 4**** Hotel Bristol next to Lake Geneva with breakfast daily
2 nights in the 4**** Schweizerhof Hotel in Zermatt village with breakfast daily
2 nights in the 4**** Central Plaza Hotel in the Old Town of Zurich
Private airport transfer to our hotel
First class scenic train ticket from Geneva to Zermatt
First Class scenic train ticket from Zermatt to Zurich
Private tuk tuk tour of Geneva
Day cruise on Lake Geneva with a stop in the medieval French village of Yvoire for lunch
Fondue night in the Old Town of Geneva including dinner and soft drinks
Matterhorn Express cable car ticket in Zermatt to discover the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train ticket from the peak back to the village of Zermatt
Walking food tour with plenty of tastings and drinks in Zurich
Full time concierge traveling with the group
Pre-trip get together in Austin, TX with food and drinks prior to departure
Additional Information
*Concierge Service: We can help you find your flights to Switzerland and assist with any additional hotel and tour bookings you might want to make before, during or after our group tour. From arrival to departure, your private concierge will be with the group, attending to every detail to make your journey seamless and enjoyable. We will suggest group dinner reservations each night (join us or do your own thing!) and will also plan optional tours as requested.
*Limited to 14 Guests: This intimate group experience allows for personalized service and memorable connections.
*Extend Your Stay: Options to arrive early, stay longer, or continue your European adventure are available. Pathfinders will also be hosting another small group tour to Southern Italy immediately following the Switzerland tour. Why not do both!
*This highly anticipated journey will sell out quickly. Don’t miss your chance to discover Switzerland in style and comfort—reserve your spot today!
NORTHERN ITALY AUGUST 31 -SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 *sold out*
Spend seven days with us exploring the gems of northern Italy. We begin our adventure in BOLOGNA – a city that is often overlooked by tourists but is not only one of the most beautiful towns in Italy but is also one of the best foodie destinations in the world.
The Plan:
*Our first order of business will be to enjoy a walking food tour of the city to taste some of the specialties of the city and learn about its rich history.
*On our second day in Bologna, we will take a high-speed train to picturesque VENICE for a half-day private tour of the city – with plenty of time to float down the canals where you will have the best views of the unique architecture of the city.
*Our second full day in Bologna will be left open for some free time. If you love cars, it is highly recommended that you visit the Ferrari Museum and maybe even take a test drive on a Ferrari if so inclined! The city of Verona, the setting for Shakespeare’s, Romeo and Juliet, is also a wonderful day trip from Bologna. Verona is known as “Little Rome” because of its great Roman Arena, and large collection of Roman artifacts.
Our hotel for 3 nights: Art Hotel Orologia a beautiful 4-star hotel located in the main square of town. https://www.art-hotel-orologio.com
Next, we will take a high-speed train to the capital city of Tuscany. FLORENCE is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and is home to many famous museums and architectural masterpieces.
The Plan:
*On the day of our arrival, we will do a short walking tour of the city and then enjoy some Florentine cuisine in one of the wonderful restaurants of the city.
*Our first full day in Florence will be spent on an excursion to the TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE. We will visit several authentic villages on our full day tour of the region. Lunch will be at a vineyard where we do a wine tasting will enjoy some delicious homemade pasta.
*Our final day in Florence will be left open for you to do your own thing! You could spend the day shopping, visiting the fabulous Uffizi or Academia museums or you might enjoy a bike tour through the city or even to one of the nearby villages. Our final dinner in Italy will be at one of my all-time favorite restaurants: the Osteria Santo Spirito where you will be guaranteed to have some of the best pasta you have ever eaten in a very homey family restaurant.
Our hotel for 3 nights: historic The Hotel Pendini. https://www.hotelpendini.it/en/index
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE:
- 6 nights hotel in a shared room with big Italian breakfast daily
- High speed train ticket Bologna to Venice – round trip
- High speed train ticket Bologna to Florence
- Half day private walking food tour in Bologna
- Half day private tour of Venice
- 2-hour -walking tour of Florence
- Full day tour of Tuscany with wine tasting and lunch (with a quick photo stop in Pisa)
- Pasta dinner with wine “Farewell Dinner” in Florence at Osteria Santo Spirito
- Pre and post trip planning assistance
- Full time concierge with group
- Group size: 14 or fewer guests
