Itinerary
- Days 1 - 2
Madrid
You'll start your Spanish journey in Madrid depending on when you arrive. If you get in early, there's time to walk through the Royal Palace or check out Plaza Mayor. El Retiro Park makes for a nice afternoon stroll if you want something more relaxed, and the Prado Museum is always worth your time if you're in the mood for art. It's a solid introduction to what Spain has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Madrid Chamartín, Affiliated By Meliá - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal Palace
- Explore Puerta del Sol
- Visit Plaza Mayor
- Visit Prado Museum
- Stroll through El Retiro Park
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Royal Palace Puerta del Sol Plaza Mayor Prado Museum El Retiro Park 
- Days 3 - 5
Madrid to Málaga
Next, you're heading to Málaga on the Andalusian coast for three days. The city mixes culture with seaside relaxation nicely. You'll see the Alcazaba fortress with its Moorish history, then visit the Picasso Museum and the Cathedral. From there, the port area has plenty of energy, and you can finish up with time on the beach trying fresh local tapas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sercotel Tribuna Malaga - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Málaga
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Alcazaba
- Visit Picasso Museum
- Visit Cathedral of Málaga
- Walk along Muelle Uno port area
- Relax on the beach
- Sample local tapas
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Alcazaba Picasso Museum Cathedral of Málaga Muelle Uno 
- Days 6 - 8
Málaga to Barcelona
Barcelona comes next for three days exploring one of Spain's most artistic cities. Sagrada Familia and Park Güell by Gaudí are architectural highlights you won't want to miss. Walk through the Ramblas and Gothic Quarter, grab Mediterranean views from Barceloneta Beach, then head to Boqueria Market for Catalan food and local flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Catalonia Park Güell - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Barcelona
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Sagrada Familia
- Visit Park Güell
- Stroll Ramblas
- Explore Gothic Quarter
- Visit Barceloneta Beach
- Visit Boqueria Market
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Sagrada Familia Park Güell Ramblas Gothic Quarter Barceloneta Beach Boqueria Market 
- Days 9 - 11
Barcelona to San Sebastián
After that, you're traveling to San Sebastián in Basque Country for three days. This coastal city focuses on food and culture. You'll stroll along La Concha Bay, explore the Old Town to find those famous pintxos bars, and take in views from Monte Igueldo. The food scene here is serious, so come hungry and ready to eat well.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sercotel Codina - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Train transfer to San Sebastián
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stroll La Concha Bay
- Visit historic Old Town (Parte Vieja)
- Try pintxos at local bars
- Take funicular up Monte Igueldo
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks La Concha Bay Parte Vieja (Old Town) Monte Igueldo 
- Days 12 - 14
San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela in Galicia is your next stop for three days. The Cathedral here draws pilgrims from all over, and it's worth seeing for yourself. Wander the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, check out the Monastery of San Martín Pinario, and eat at local taverns serving authentic Galician dishes. It's a spiritual place with real history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Exe Area Central - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Santiago de Compostela
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Cathedral of Santiago
- Explore Praza do Obradoiro
- Wander historic streets
- Visit Monastery of San Martín Pinario
- Enjoy traditional Galician cuisine
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Cathedral of Santiago Praza do Obradoiro Monastery of San Martín Pinario 
- Days 15 - 17
Santiago de Compostela to Segovia
You'll spend three days in Segovia, a city that feels like it stepped out of a storybook. The Roman aqueduct is one of those sights that stays with you, and the Alcázar castle is as dramatic as it looks. The Gothic Cathedral and narrow medieval streets are great for walking around, and cochinillo asado (roast suckling pig) is the local specialty you should try.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Corregidor - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Segovia
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Roman aqueduct
- Visit Alcázar castle
- Visit Segovia Cathedral
- Wander old town streets
- Taste roast suckling pig (cochinillo asado)
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Roman Aqueduct Alcázar Segovia Cathedral 
- Days 18 - 20
Segovia to Madrid
Back to Madrid for your final three days before heading home. You can revisit the Royal Palace or Prado if you missed them, relax in El Retiro Park, or check out neighborhoods like Malasaña and Chueca if you want something different. Mercado de San Miguel is perfect for tapas and wrapping up your trip with good food and memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Madrid
- Daily breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal Palace
- Visit Prado Museum
- Relax in El Retiro Park
- Explore Malasaña neighborhood
- Explore Chueca neighborhood
- Enjoy tapas at Mercado de San Miguel
- Local guide available for hire
Landmarks Royal Palace Prado Museum El Retiro Park Mercado de San Miguel
