8-Day Highlights of Barcelona, Madrid and Andalusia
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Trip Overview
During this self-drive trip, you'll discover the most beautiful cultural heritage sites at your own pace as you uncover the must-see sights in Spain
Start in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernist architectural style. Also home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, one of Spain's most-loved and most treasured.
Spend time in Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces.
Then move on to Andalusia’s age-old history that has left behind a wealth of artistic heritage. The Alhambra in Granada, the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Giralda Tower and old town of Seville are just a few of the World Heritage Sites you'll discover along this journey.
As you drive from Madrid to Seville to Granada and back to Madrid, you'll pass by stunning towns filled with white-washed houses, cobbled streets and ancient architecture. During this self-drive trip, you'll discover the most beautiful cultural heritage sites at your own pace as you uncover the must-see sights in Spain
Start in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernist architectural style. Also home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, one of Spain's most-loved and most treasured.
Spend time in Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces.
Then move on to Andalusia’s age-old history that has left behind a wealth of artistic heritage. The Alhambra in Granada, the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Giralda Tower and old town of Seville are just a few of the World Heritage Sites you'll discover along this journey.
As you drive from Madrid to Seville to Granada and back to Madrid, you'll pass by stunning towns filled with white-washed houses, cobbled streets and ancient architecture.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Hello Barcelona!
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Today, you'll arrive in Barcelona and pick up the rental car that will be with you for your journey. You will then drive to your hotel in Barcelona before enjoying a free afternoon to explore Catalonia's capital city.
Accommodation
Hotel Exe Cristal Palace★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Barcelona
Transportations
Self-Driving from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Barcelona
Destinations
Barcelona
Day 2
Explore the Must-See Sights in Spain
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Today you'll explore this beautiful city visiting the must-see sights in Spain. Barcelona was founded as a Roman city, in the Middle Ages and is now one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel is surrounded by art galleries, the university gardens, the Gothic Quarter and many interesting shopping streets.
Accommodation
Hotel Exe Cristal Palace★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Barcelona
La Sagrada FamiliaOptional Activity
Casa MilàOptional Activity
Barcelona CathedralOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Day 3
Barcelona to Madrid via Zaragoza
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Depart by the motorway towards Lleida and Saragossa. This city is the capital of the autonomous region of Aragon that offers you 2000 years of history. Leave towards the centre of Spain by the motorway passing by the towns of Calatayud, Alcolea del Pinar and Guadalajara before to arriving in Madrid.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Nacional★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Madrid
Transportations
Self-Driving from Barcelona to Madrid
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Madrid
Day 4
Madrid to Cordoba
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Drive south to Aranjuez and then crossing La Mancha Lands, you will pass by Puerto Lápice, known for its wines and through the Pass of Despeñaperros, you will enter Andalusia, passing by the industrial town of Bailen, Andújar - one of the most important olive-producing areas of Spain. Arrive in Cordoba, that has been declared World Heritage City by the UNESCO.
Accommodation
Hotel Eurostars Maimonides★3 star
Activities
Free Time in Cordoba
Mosque-Cathedral of CordobaOptional Activity
Alcazar of the Christian KingsOptional Activity
Viana PalaceOptional Activity
Museo Julio Romero De TorresOptional Activity
Transportations
Self-Driving from Madrid to Córdoba
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
Córdoba
Day 5
Cordoba to Seville
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Departure from Cordoba, passing by the towns of Ecija and Carmona; you'll arrive in the most emblematic Andalusian city, Seville. Once settled into your new hotel, you'll have the remainder of the day to explore the city at your own pace.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas★4 star
Activities
Classical Seville
Santa CruzOptional Activity
Alcazar of SevilleOptional Activity
Seville CathedralOptional Activity
Plaza de EspanaOptional Activity
Plaza del DuqueOptional Activity
Jardin de MurilloOptional Activity
Restaurants
Taberna del AlabarderoOptional Activity
Transportations
Self-Driving from Córdoba to Seville
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Córdoba
Seville
Day 6
Seville to Granada
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Today, you'll drive from Seville crossing the Andalusian region from west to east and passing the towns of Osuna and Antequera, before arriving in Granada. Once you arrive in Granada, you should visit the Old Quarter with important monuments such as the Royal Chapel and the Cathedral, the Church of San Juan de Dois in Baroque style, the Monastery of San Jeronimo in Renaissance style and the Sacromonte gypsy neighbourhood.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Granada Centro★4 star
Activities
Granada Sightseeing TourOptional Activity
AlhambraOptional Activity
Hammam Al AndalusOptional Activity
SacromonteOptional Activity
Royal Chapel of GranadaOptional Activity
Venta El GalloOptional Activity
Transportations
Self-Driving from Seville to Granada
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seville
Granada
Day 7
Granada to Madrid via Baeza and Ubeda
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Today you'll leave Granada and head back towards Madrid, stopping at the beautiful cities of Baeza and Ubeda on the way. Baeza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to many beautiful Rennaissance and Gothic architectural wonders. A little further up the road, you'll come across the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ubeda, full of beautiful squares, white-washed houses and Renaissance architecture. After Ubeda, you'll continue to your final destination, Madrid.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Nacional★4 star
Activities
Baeza
Ubeda
Restaurants
Sobrino de BotínOptional Activity
Transportations
Self-Driving from Granada to Baeza
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Granada
Baeza
Úbeda
Madrid
Day 8
Goodbye Spain!
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Today, you'll leave Madrid so you'll drive to the airport, drop off the car at the rental office and then depart to your next destination.
Transportations
Self Driving from Hotel NH Madrid Nacional, Paseo del Prado, Madrid, Spain to Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD), Avenida de la Hispanidad, Madrid, Spain
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
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What’s included?
7 nights accommodation
2 activities
7 breakfasts
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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AU$ 2,355/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Spain in 8 days
4-star, 3-star accommodation
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