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11-Day Discover Spanish Coastal Cities & Relax in the Balearic Islands

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Trip Overview

This 11-day discovery trip of Spanish coastal cities starts in the magical, cosmopolitan city of Barcelona. Its Mediterranean soul, Gaudi’s architecture, great gastronomy and amazing shopping experiences will surely seduce you.

Next, you will discover Valencia, the vibrant city that harmoniously combines its long past with the most innovative and avant-garde buildings.

The second part of your trip takes you to the Balearic Islands, where you will find enchanting coves, turquoise waters and gorgeous sunsets in Mallorca. You will explore the island at your own pace with your rental car before returning to Barcelona for your final evening.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Barcelona

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Arrive in Barcelona

Upon arrival in Barcelona, you'll meet your private driver who will be waiting for you right at the outside gate with a sign on your name for your transfer. Your private vehicle will drive you in best comfort to your hotel without any hassle. After checking in to your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore Barcelona as you wish or simply relax at the pool in your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Barcelona

    Las RamblasOptional Activity

    Picasso MuseumOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Barcelona

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 2

Discover Gaudi

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Discover Gaudi

The famous architect Antoni Gaudí, one of the greatest innovators of his time, worked and lived in Barcelona and has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourists to discover in Barcelona. Start your day with a visit to two of the main Gaudi’s monuments in Barcelona: Park Guell and Sagrada Familia. The rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy Barcelona at your leisure, you may even want to continue to Gaudi discovery on your own by visiting Casa Batllo or Casa Mila.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

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    Activities

    Discover Gaudi

    Park Güell

    La Sagrada Familia

    Casa BatlloOptional Activity

    Casa MilàOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 3

Explore Montserrat

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Explore Montserrat

Start your half-day trip from Barcelona in a comfortable bus to the mountain of Montserrat where you will visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat. You will be able to see this famous statue of the Black Madonna from a distance. The Benedict sanctuary of Montserrat was founded in 1025 and provides a mystical backdrop for the Virgin of Montserrat, the patron saint of Catalonia who is enshrined in the monastery's Royal Basilica.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

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    Activities

    Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey

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    Transportations

    Bus from Barcelona to Montserrat

    Bus from Montserrat to Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

    Monestir de Montserrat

Day 4

Barcelona to Valencia

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Barcelona to Valencia

Today, you'll take a high-speed train to Valencia, a city that has been able to harmoniously combine the remnants of its farthest past which date back to the year 138 BC, with the most innovative and avant-garde buildings from the new millennium. Valencia bustles with trade and culture, cinemas, theatres, museums and restaurants. It is the centre of international and avant-garde design and today you'll have the chance to explore all this in your free time following your arrival.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Vincci Mercat4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Valencia

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    Transportations

    High-Speed Rail from Barcelona to Valencia

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

    Valencia

Day 5

Discover Valencia

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Discover Valencia

Today, you'll enjoy a private guided walking tour and discover Valencia’s attractive old quarter and the most representative squares of the city such as Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de la Reina. You'll learn about the impressive buildings in a mix of architectural styles that surround these squares. You'll finish the tour with a visit to the Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas which houses the Ceramics Museum. The rest of the afternoon will be free for you to enjoy.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Vincci Mercat4 star

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    Activities

    Valencia Private Tour

    Plaza de la Virgen

    Plaza de la Reina

    Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Valencia

Day 6

Travel to Palma de Mallorca

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Travel to Palma de Mallorca

Today, you'll take a domestic flight from Valencia to Palma de Mallorca and arrive in one hour to the capital of the Balearic Islands. Here, you'll pick up your rental car from the airport’s office and head to your hotel. Upon arrival, you'll check-in and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. You may want to do a spot of shopping in the renowned capital, head to a hilltop village or perhaps relax on the beach - the choice is yours!

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    Accommodation

    Melià Calvià Beach4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in MallorcaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Plane from Valencia to Palma de Mallorca Airport

    Self-Driving from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Palma

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Valencia

    Balearic Islands

Day 7

Discover Palma de Mallorca

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Discover Palma de Mallorca

Today, you'll start your day with a guided walking tour of Palma de Mallorca, the capital of the island of Mallorca, known for its sun and beach tourism, as well as its attractive historic quarter. The variety of the landscape and culture invites visitors to explore every corner of Mallorca and to find out more about the gastronomy of the island. During this tour, you'll visit the Royal Palace of La Almudaina and the Catedral-Basílica de Santa María de Mallorca.

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    Accommodation

    Melià Calvià Beach4 star

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    Activities

    Palma de Mallorca Walking Tour

    Royal Palace of La Almudaina

    Catedral-Basílica de Santa María de Mallorca

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Balearic Islands

    Palma

Day 8

Relax in Mallorca

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Relax in Mallorca

Enjoy a day at leisure in Mallorca to explore this 'paradise on earth' as it's known to the locals. You can dip into the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, spend time on the beautiful rolling beaches or perhaps hire a car and explore the hilltop villages just a few minutes drive from the capital city but they will feel like a world away from the hustle and bustle. However, you choose to spend the day it is completely up to you.

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    Accommodation

    Melià Calvià Beach4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Mallorca

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Balearic Islands

Day 9

Free Day in Mallorca

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Free Day in Mallorca

Enjoy a day at leisure in Majorca, dip into the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, drive and explore the charming villages of the island. There are many things to do on the island of Mallorca, you may want to take an eco-bike tour and hop on an excursion to the Drach Caves or the region of Valdemossa. You can also admire Mallorca from the sea during a great sailing experience or spend the day at a winery.

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    Accommodation

    Melià Calvià Beach4 star

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    Activities

    Leisure Day in Mallorca

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Balearic Islands

Day 10

Travel Back to Barcelona

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Travel Back to Barcelona

Today, you'll leave the beautiful waters, charming hilltop villages and sandy beaches of Mallorca behind and drive towards Palma de Majorca Airport where you'll drop off your rental car and then take a domestic flight from Majorca. Upon arrival in Barcelona, you'll head to your hotel where you'll have the rest of the day to relax after checking in.

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    Accommodation

    TRYP Barcelona Aeropuerto4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Barcelona

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Majorca to Palma de Mallorca Airport

    Plane from Majorca to Barcelona

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Balearic Islands

    Catalonia

    Barcelona

Day 11

Goodbye Barcelona

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Goodbye Barcelona

Today your exploration of relaxing Spanish coastal cities and beautiful islands has come to an end. After breakfast, you'll check out and meet with your driver who will be waiting for you in your hotel and take you to the airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Barcelona to Barcelona–El Prat Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Catalonia

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What’s included?

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 11 activities
  • 10 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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