Affordable Madrid & Barcelona

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Spend 6 nights as you travel between Madrid and Barcelona!  Begin your trip in magnificent Madrid. Visit all of the top attractions and sights, including the Plaza Mayor, Royal palace, Retiro Park, and more! Madrid is filled with incredible museums, like the Prado, showcasing the work of amazing Spanish artists. Fill your days with adventure and your evening...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

What's this trip about?

    Spend 6 nights as you travel between Madrid and Barcelona!  Begin your trip in magnificent Madrid. Visit all of the top attractions and sights, including the Plaza Mayor, Royal palace, Retiro Park, and more! Madrid is filled with incredible museums, like the Prado, showcasing the work of amazing Spanish artists. Fill your days with adventure and your evenings with Flamenco dancing! Madrid is the capital of Flamenco, so don't miss your chance to see a show! Then, hop on a train to get to beautiful Barcelona! Visit all of Gaudí's masterpieces, including La Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and more. Peruse the markets and shops, dine on delicious tapas and wine, and consider a trip to the beach for sunshine and sand! 

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityMadrid
End CitySpain

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Madrid (MAD), out of Barcelona (BCN)
    • 3 nights in Madrid at the Leonardo Boutique Hotel Madrid, or similar
    • Standard class rail from Madrid to Barcelona
    • 3 nights in Barcelona at the Leonardo Boutique Hotel Sagrada Familia, or similar
    • Breakfast daily Want to upgrade yourstay to 4-star hotels with airport transfers and tours? Check out our Madridand Barcelona package!

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid!

Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel. Check in, freshen up, and begin to explore Madrid!

Day 2 Madrid

Take today to experience all of Madrid's main attractions! Stroll through the Plaza Mayor and Buen Retiro park. Then, visit a few of the many museums including the Prado and the Reina Sofia. Those interested in Baroque architecture can visit some of the many churches in this style located throughout the city! 

Day 3 Madrid

Today, do some souvenir shopping as you stroll through the streets! Savor your last full day in this gorgeous city.

Did you know that Madrid is the capital of Flamenco dance?! Don't leave the city without visiting a Flamenco bar for dinner, drinks, and a show!

Day 4 Madrid - Barcelona

Today you will make your way to the Madrid train station to catch your train to Barcelona! Upon arrival, find your new hotel and let the fun continue!

Day 5 Barcelona

Spend your day sightseeing around the city! Stroll along La Ramblas, visiting markets and shops as you go. Be sure to stop at Mercado de La Boqueria! Then, visit the Gothic Quarter and Ciutadella Park. Sip local wine with your tapas tonight for dinner!

Day 6 Barcelona

Today is the final day of your trip! Spend it at leisure as you continue making your way through beautiful Barcelona. You may wish to visit La Barceloneta for sunbathing, surfing, and seafood! You could also revisit any favorite attractions from the last few da...

Day 7 Depart Spain

Today you will make your way to the airport in time for your flight home!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,417
Price per day$345
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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