How many days do you need in Barcelona, Seville, Madrid & Valencia?
- Most travelers spend 9-12 days in Barcelona, Seville, Madrid, and Valencia combined
- Visiting Barcelona, Seville, Madrid, and Valencia in 5 to 8 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 13 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Granada, Málaga, and Cádiz
How Many Days to Spend in Barcelona
How Many Days to Spend in Seville
How Many Days to Spend in Madrid
How Many Days to Spend in Valencia
Recommended Itineraries for Barcelona, Seville, Madrid & Valencia
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Spain - Self-Guided Barcelona Tour | Barcelona |
| Day 2 | Family Tour of the Gothic Quarter - Ascend Mt. Tibidabo | Barcelona |
| Day 3 | Train to Valencia - Tour the Historic Center | Valencia |
| Day 4 | Family Activities & Flavors of Valencia | Valencia |
| Day 5 | Train from Valencia to Madrid | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Family Tour of Madrid's Royal Legacy | Madrid |
| Day 7 | Family Day Trip to Toledo | Madrid |
| Day 8 | Train from Madrid to Seville - Private City Tour | Seville |
| Day 9 | Day Trip with the Family to Ronda | Seville |
| Day 10 | Train from Seville to Madrid - Departure |
This nine-day journey gets to the heart of Spain with tapas crawls, culinary workshops, and guided experiences in Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid, and Seville. Delve into the world of Catalan modernism with a private tour of Sagrada Família, then visit Valencia's local markets and learn how to make paella step-by-step. Feel the rhythmic fervor of a flamenco show in Madrid and cycle along the charming streets of Seville. Finally, visit a historic olive oil estate in the Andalusian countryside. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Barcelona, Train to Valencia, Historic Walking Tour & Tapas Feast | Valencia |
| Day 2 | Morning Panoramic Albufera Cruise, Afternoon Beach Time | Valencia |
| Day 3 | River Floating Experience, Train to Madrid & Self-Guided Walking Tour | Madrid |
| Day 4 | Morning Food Tour, Afternoon City Tour, Evening Hammam Experience | Madrid |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to Toledo, Winery Tour & Tasting | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Train to Seville, Private Triana Pottery Class | Seville |
| Day 7 | Self-Guided Walking Tour, Guadalquivir River Cruise | Seville |
| Day 8 | Private Cooking Class, Fly to Barcelona, Sunset Sailing | Barcelona |
| Day 9 | Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia Tour, Visit Park Güell, Exclusive Food Tour | Barcelona |
| Day 10 | Barcelona Beach Day | Barcelona |
| Day 11 | Morning Visit to Montserrat, Farmhouse Lunch, Depart Barcelona |
This enriching 11-day itinerary unlocks Spain's culture, cuisine, and natural beauty with enough time to slow down and experience the vibrant cities of Valencia, Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona. Explore Spain's strong culinary side with tapas tours, a hands-on cooking workshop, wine tasting, and a farm-to-table lunch. Join guided tours on foot, then set sail and appreciate the beauty from the water with nature and sunset cruises. See the best of each city and squeeze in day trips to historic Toledo and Montserrat. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
3-Week Itinerary Including Alicante, Granada, Málaga & Cádiz
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Spain, Explore Barcelona | Barcelona |
| Day 2 | Discover Barcelona's Modernist Architecture | Barcelona |
| Day 3 | Enjoy an Organic Wine Tasting & Dinner at a Vineyard | Barcelona |
| Day 4 | Train to Madrid, Explore | Madrid |
| Day 5 | Guided Walking Tour of Madrid | Madrid |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Toledo | Madrid |
| Day 7 | Free Day to Explore Madrid | Madrid |
| Day 8 | Train to Valencia, Guided City Tour | Valencia |
| Day 9 | Visit Valencia's Sites, Squares & Gardens | Valencia |
| Day 10 | Drive to Alicante, Guided Tour of the City | Alicante |
| Day 11 | Explore Alicante's Inland Region & Scenic Coast | Alicante |
| Day 12 | Drive to Granada, Wander Historic Neighborhoods | Granada |
| Day 13 | Guided Tour of the Alhambra | Granada |
| Day 14 | Drive to Málaga, Visit the Picasso Museum | Málaga |
| Day 15 | Explore 3,000 Years of Málaga's History | Málaga |
| Day 16 | Visit the Caves of Nerja & the Region's Karst Landscape | Málaga |
| Day 17 | Drive to Seville via Ronda & Grazalema | Seville |
| Day 18 | Explore Seville's Cathedral & Royal Alcázar | Seville |
| Day 19 | Discover Cádiz on a Self-Guided Tour | Cádiz |
| Day 20 | Day Trip to Córdoba, Tour the City with a Private Guide | Seville |
| Day 21 | Depart Seville |
This three-week tour takes you from Madrid in Central Spain to Cádiz in the south, stopping to enjoy personalized walking tours in cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga, Granada, Córdoba, and Seville. Experience the best of Spain's architecture (like the works of Gaudí in Barcelona), art (like the Picasso Museum in Málaga), and history (like the distinctive cultures of Toledo) while enjoying organic wine tasting, hiking in the scenic karst region, and visiting unique towns in Andalusia. Read more
How to travel between Barcelona, Seville, Madrid & Valencia
How to get from Madrid to Seville
Madrid and Seville are 334 miles (537 km) apart, and the best way to make the trip is by a direct flight, which will take just about one hour. Read more
How to get from Madrid to Valencia
The distance between Madrid and Valencia is 222 miles (357 km). The quickest mode of transportation to get from one city to the other is by plane, a quick one-hour flight. You can also take a two-hour train ride or a leisurely 3.5-hour drive (with a rental car or private transfer), depending on your preference. The bus is the longest option available and offers a four-hour route. Read more
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
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