10-Day Spain Tour Packages
Want to do Flamenco in Seville or visit Gaudí's Sagrada Família? Spain delivers. Madrid's Royal Palace is genuinely impressive, Granada's Alhambra needs booking months ahead for good reason, Córdoba's Mosque-Cathedral stuns, and Valencia's futuristic buildings look like they've landed from space. Finally, relax on a Guadalquivir River cruise with sunset views.
Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Spain tour itineraries
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10 Day Spain Itinerary, incl. Madrid and Barcelona
Spanish heritage comes alive through 8 cities, covering 1,200km from Madrid to Barcelona and back. Visit UNESCO sites including Córdoba's Mosque-Cathedral and Granada's Alhambra. Stay at selected hotels like Rafael Atocha Madrid and Melia Lebreros Seville.
- Days 1-2
Madrid
Start in Madrid in the afternoon to skip the morning rush hour traffic from the airport. Take an evening illuminations tour to see Plaza Mayor and other landmarks. A helpful tip from a visitor: "Get to Plaza Mayor before 8 PM - the tapas bars fill up quickly and you'll have trouble finding a seat after that." Visit Puerta del Sol and the Cibeles Fountain early in the morning before the tour buses arrive.
- Day 3
Mérida & Seville
Take the 4-hour bus ride from Madrid to Mérida to see its Roman Theater. One visitor notes: "The Roman ruins were incredible, but bring water and a hat - there's very little shade." Head to Seville in the afternoon. Book your dinner spots ahead of time since the best tapas bars in Santa Cruz fill up fast.
- Day 4
Seville
Start at the Cathedral when it opens at 8:30 AM to avoid crowds. You can take a boat trip on the Guadalquivir River, but one visitor suggests: "The river cruise is quite basic - consider using that time to explore more of the Santa Cruz quarter instead." For the evening flamenco show, get there 30 minutes early for good seats near the stage.
- Day 5
Córdoba & Granada
Drive to Córdoba (2 hours) and visit the Mezquita-Catedral early. Continue to Granada (2.5 hours). A traveler suggests: "Book a room facing away from the street in Granada - the city stays lively until very late."
- Day 6
Granada to Valencia
Visit the Alhambra palace complex first thing. A visitor recommends: "Book the first morning slot at the Alhambra - not only for fewer crowds but because the light is magical for photos." The drive to Valencia takes over 4 hours along the coast.
- Days 7-8
Valencia to Barcelona
See Valencia's old town and City of Arts and Sciences in the morning before driving 4 hours to Barcelona. Plan your Barcelona visit carefully. One traveler warns: "You must book Sagrada Familia tickets weeks in advance. Don't expect to just walk up and get in." Start your full day at Park Güell before the crowds arrive.
- Days 9-10
Zaragoza & Madrid
Stop in Zaragoza on your way back to Madrid. Visit the basilica but remember that "the church closes between 2-4 PM for siesta," according to one traveler. The final stretch to Madrid takes about 3 hours. Spend your last night near Plaza Santa Ana for easy access to great tapas spots.
10 Day Northern Spain Itinerary, incl. Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela
Northern Spain unfolds from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela. Highlights include La Boqueria Market, Laguardia's wine caves, San Sebastian's cooking classes, and Picos de Europa National Park, with 9 nights in local hotels.
- Days 1-2
Barcelona
Explore the Gothic Quarter's narrow medieval streets and excellent tapas bars. Visit La Boqueria Market early (before 8:30 AM) to avoid crowds and shop alongside locals. Book a paella cooking class well in advance if visiting during peak season. Want to avoid the crowds? Skip La Rambla during midday and visit early morning or evening instead.
- Day 3
Logrono
Take a 3.5-hour train to La Rioja's capital. The medieval center buzzes with activity at night along Calle del Laurel with its 60+ tapas bars. Visit the local market in the morning for regional specialties. Remember to pack light since you'll need to carry your luggage up and down train station stairs.
- Days 4-5
San Sebastian
A 2-hour bus ride takes you to this coastal food haven. Take a pintxos tour through Old Town's traditional bars near Plaza de la Constitución. Learn Basque cooking in a morning class. Bring good walking shoes as streets can be slippery when wet. Most traditional restaurants close between lunch and dinner (3-8 PM).
- Day 6
Bilbao & Picos de Europa
Start at the Guggenheim (book online to skip lines) before taking a 3-hour bus to the Picos de Europa mountains. A previous visitor noted: "The hiking trails offer incredible views but can be challenging - bring proper boots and layers as mountain weather changes quickly."
- Days 7-8
Oviedo
Travel 2 hours to Asturias's historic capital. Shop for local cheeses and cider at El Fontán market in the morning. Try the traditional cider houses but be ready to practice your pouring technique. San Salvador Cathedral opens at 9 AM.
- Days 9-10
Santiago de Compostela
Complete your trip in this pilgrimage city after a 5-hour coastal bus ride via A Coruña. Start with the fish market before exploring medieval streets. Plan around the cathedral square which fills with pilgrims around noon.
10 Days in Spain, incl. Madrid and Barcelona
A grand 10-day Spanish tour takes you through 5 major cities: Madrid's Royal Palace, Seville's Gothic Cathedral, Granada's Alhambra, Valencia's historic center, and Barcelona's Olympic stadium. Features 9 breakfasts, English guides, and 4-star hotels throughout.
- Days 1-2
Madrid
Begin at the Royal Palace around 11 AM. Book skip-the-line tickets ahead of time since morning lines get long. The tour takes about 2 hours. After that, walk down Gran Via. A recent visitor said: "Getting to the Egyptian Debod Temple for sunset was a highlight—the golden light over Madrid is incredible, but bring a light jacket as evenings can be cool."
- Days 3-4
Seville
Take a morning train from Madrid to Cordoba (2.5 hours) to see the Mezquita mosque-cathedral. Visit between 2-4 PM when it's less crowded. Then continue to Seville for two nights. Walk the Santa Cruz quarter early before it gets hot. Get to the cathedral right when it opens at 10:30 AM to avoid lines.
- Day 5
Granada
It's a 3-hour drive to Granada. Book Alhambra tickets months ahead for the 2 PM time slot to avoid peak sun. For evening flamenco in the Sacromonte caves, shows start at 8:30 PM. Get there by 8 PM for good seats.
- Day 6
Valencia
The train ride from Granada takes about 5 hours. Visit the City of Arts and Sciences in late afternoon for the best photos. You can walk the historic center at night when it's cooler.
- Days 7-8
Barcelona
Take a morning train along the coast (3 hours). Start at Montjuic for city views before exploring the Gothic Quarter. Book 9 AM Sagrada Familia tickets for your second day to see the best light. A visitor noted: "The Passeig de Gracia looks completely different at night when Gaudi's buildings are lit up—don't miss an evening stroll here."
- Day 9
Madrid
Return to Madrid via Zaragoza (2.5 hours). Visit the Prado Museum after 4 PM when crowds thin out. Entry is free for the last 2 hours.
- Day 10
Departure
Most international flights leave from Terminal 4. Leave central Madrid 45 minutes before your flight time since morning traffic can be heavy.
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What people love about 10-day Spain tours
I had a wonderful trip of Spain and loved seeing all the sites. The pace was quite hectic as we covered a lot of ground. The tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable and the buses were comfortable. A couple of things to note: 1) we took the optional plus package which included some meals. The meals weren’t of a particularly high standard but it was a great way to meet your fellow passengers. 2) most of the passengers were Spanish speaking, the tour guides did speak English but not all passengers were bilingual. This is not a criticism, my observation here is that if you do not speak Spanish, you will be limited with who you can have conversations with. You might not want to meet anyone so this may not be a problem. Fortunately my son speaks Spanish and it was really nice to get to know everyone. 3) we took the comfort level for hotels and they were basic but suitable for our needs. On two nights, the people who had reserved superior hotels, were in the same hotel as us, so I’m not sure if paying for the superior package is worth it. 4) In some cities you get afternoon or evening time for yourself. I would advise you to plan ahead as some sites require tickets to get in, so it would be a good idea to book them online. Don’t expect to turn up at a famous site and expect to be able to get tickets there and then. Overall this was a fabulous trip and I would highly recommend it.
Discovery of Spain - 10 days
- Northern Spain Real Food Adventure
Above and beyond my expectations, and a very good guide,
- Camino de Santiago Encompassed
The tour met all my expectations and the guide went above and beyond expectations to ensure everyones needs were met and that the tour was a positive experience.
