How many days do you need in Barcelona, Madrid & Málaga?
- Most travelers spend 9-11 days in Barcelona, Madrid, and Málaga combined
- Visiting Barcelona, Madrid, and Málaga in 6 to 8 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 12 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Seville, Granada, and Valencia
How Many Days to Spend in Barcelona
How Many Days to Spend in Madrid
Recommended Itineraries for Barcelona, Madrid & Málaga
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Barcelona, Explore the City | Barcelona |
| Day 2 | Private Tour of Barcelona by Land & Air | Barcelona |
| Day 3 | Private Cooking Class with a Master Chef | Barcelona |
| Day 4 | Train to Madrid, Free Afternoon | Madrid |
| Day 5 | Private City Tour, Discover Madrid's Royal Legacy | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Madrid, Evening Flamenco Show | Madrid |
| Day 7 | Train to Málaga, Explore | Málaga |
| Day 8 | Picasso Museum & Food Tour | Málaga |
| Day 9 | Pilgrimage Walk from Málaga | Málaga |
| Day 10 | Depart Málaga |
In 10 days, you can not only experience the natural beauty of Spain's different regions, but you'll enjoy its cultural highlights as well. This involves a trip from Barcelona to Madrid and down into historic Andalusia. Along the way, you'll take a cooking class from a master chef, visit ancient fortresses, and of course, attend an authentic flamenco show. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Barcelona, Explore the City | Barcelona |
| Day 2 | Private Tour of Barcelona by Land & Air | Barcelona |
| Day 3 | Private Cooking Class with a Master Chef | Barcelona |
| Day 4 | Train to Madrid, Free Afternoon | Madrid |
| Day 5 | Private City Tour, Discover Madrid's Royal Legacy | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Madrid, Evening Flamenco Show | Madrid |
| Day 7 | Train to Málaga, Explore | Málaga |
| Day 8 | Picasso Museum & Food Tour | Málaga |
| Day 9 | Pilgrimage Walk from Málaga | Málaga |
| Day 10 | Day Trip to Granada, Tour the Alhambra | Málaga |
| Day 11 | Depart Málaga |
In 11 days, you can tour three different regions of Spain and not just visit highlight locales but enjoy unforgettable meals as well. The adventure begins in Barcelona with a cooking class taught by a master chef and continues to Madrid for tours of the city's most famous sights. Then you'll head down to Andalusia, a region rich in Moorish culture, ancient fortresses, and an incredible tapas culture. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Seville
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Barcelona, Explore | Barcelona |
| Day 2 | Private Tour of Barcelona by Land & Air | Barcelona |
| Day 3 | Private Cooking Class with a Master Chef | Barcelona |
| Day 4 | Train to Madrid, Free Afternoon | Madrid |
| Day 5 | Private City Tour, Discover Madrid's Royal Legacy | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Madrid, Evening Flamenco Show | Madrid |
| Day 7 | Train to Seville, Explore | Seville |
| Day 8 | Private City Tour of Seville | Seville |
| Day 9 | Explore an Andalusian Olive Oil Farm | Seville |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Málaga, Wine Tour in Ronda | Málaga |
| Day 11 | Picasso Museum & Food Tour | Málaga |
| Day 12 | Pilgrimage Walk from Málaga | Málaga |
| Day 13 | Day Trip to Granada, Tour the Alhambra | Málaga |
| Day 14 | Depart Málaga |
There's an art to living and eating well, one that finds its equilibrium in Spain. On a two-week luxury tour of this culturally rich nation, you'll stay in the finest accommodations as you make your way from Barcelona to Madrid and down into Andalusia. Each plot point on the journey will be defined by meals in some of Spain's best restaurants as you indulge in many of its regional gastronomic specialties and fine wines. Read more
How to travel between Barcelona, Madrid & Málaga
How to get from Madrid to Barcelona
Madrid and Barcelona are 386 miles (620 km) apart, and the quickest way to make the trip is by plane, which will take just over an hour. There are other options to consider, including by train, car, and bus, depending on your preference. Read more
How to get from Barcelona to Málaga
The distance from Barcelona to the city of Málaga on the Costa del Sol is about 625 miles (1,006 km). The fastest and most comfortable way to get from Barcelona to Málaga is by flying, which takes only about two hours. Read more
How to get from Málaga to Madrid
The distance from Málaga to Madrid is about 332 miles (535 km). The most comfortable way to get from Málaga to Madrid is by flight, while the cheapest way is by bus. Read more
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