Spanish Cities: Barcelona, Valencia & Madrid

Day By Day Itinerary

1. Day 1 Arrival in Barcelona

   We recommend booking airport transfers in advance (available during the booking process). 

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Take the day to stroll around Barcelona’s city streets.

   Recommend sites include:

   • Gothic Quarter
   • Roman Medieval Alleyways
   • Plaza el Rey
   • The Cathedral
   • The Sant Felip Neri Church
   • Generalitat and City Hall Palaces
   • Santa Maria del Pi Church
   • El Pone del Bisbe

   Suggestion for the late afternoon: Flamenco Show and Tapas in the Born District

2. Day 2 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day: 

   • Visit Montserrat: Montserrat, Spain is a charming and picturesque mountain village located in the province of Barcelona. It is nestled within the lush green hills of Catalonia, offering a breathtaking view of nature’s beauty. Montserrat is home to the ancient Benedictine Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat which dates back to 1025 AD and was founded by Abbot Oliba. This centuries-old monastery stands atop a rocky peak, providing visitors with stunning views of the surrounding area. The building itself has been painstakingly preserved and houses several important religious artifacts including an effigy of the Virgin Mary known as La Moreneta or ‘The Black Madonna’.

    

3. Day 3 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Explore the Iconic Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO Site

   Other recommended sites include:

   • Plaça del Catalunya
   • Casa Batlló
   • La Pedrera
   • Passeig de Gràcia

    

4. Day 4 Train to Valencia

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Plaza de la Virgen
   • Cathedral of Valencia
   • El Carmen neighborhood 
5. Day 5 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Start off the day with a visit to Bioparc – Valencia’s natural zoo – located right next to Turia Garden Park
   • Mercado Central
   • L'Oceanogràfic Aquarium
   • Albufera Natural Park - located just 20 kilometers outside Valencia
6. Day 6 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day:

   • El Puig de Santa Maria Monastery  Elements.
   • Serranos Towers
   • Plaza Redonda – located near Mercado Central!  
   • End your trip on a cultural note at La Lonja de la Seda
7. Day 7 Flight to Madrid

   We recommend booking airport transfers in advance (available during the booking process). 

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Take a stroll around Madrid’s city streets.

   Can’t Miss:

   • Gran Via
   • Palacio Real
   • Plaza Oriente
   • Barrio de la Latina
   • Puerta del Sol
   • Plaza Mayor
   • Mercado San Miguel
   • Flamenco Show 
   • Templo de Debod 

    

8. Day 8 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day:

   Visit Toledo:

   • Toledo, Spain is an ancient city situated on a mountaintop overlooking the plain in central Spain.
   • Founded by the Romans approximately 2,000 years ago, it was once an important center for trade and culture.
   •  Toledo was considered to be one of the most important cities of the Spanish Empire during the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
   • It is known for its beautiful architecture, which includes Gothic, Moorish and Castilian styles.
   • The city’s iconic landmark is the impressive cathedral built in 1226, which contains many important works of art from renowned artists such as El Greco and Zurbaran.
   • Famous for its exquisite cuisine and rich cultural heritage, Toledo has become a popular tourist destination for travelers from around the world.
9. Day 9 Free Day for Personal Activities

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Take the day to enjoy some tapas and sangria at Mercado San Miguel or Mercado de la paz!
10. Day 10 Return Flight Home