Enchanting Spain: A 15-Day Road Trip

Depart Santander and head toward Bilbao (approx. 1 hour 15 minutes). Continue to San Sebastián (approx. 1 hour 15 minutes) before reaching Pamplona (approx. 1 hour). You will be spending the night in Pamplona.

Suggestion For The Day:

• In Bilbao, admire the striking Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
• Stop in San Sebastián, Spain’s gourmet capital, and enjoy traditional pintxos.
• Arrive in Pamplona, famous for the San Fermín festival and its legendary Running of the Bulls.
• Follow in Hemingway’s footsteps and enjoy a drink at Café Iruña.

Today, drive through the Ebro Valley to Zaragoza (approx. 2 hours). After exploring, continue to Barcelona (approx. 3 hours 20 minutes). You will be spending the next two nights in Barcelona.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Visit the magnificent Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar.
• Explore La Seo Cathedral and the historic center.
• Arrive in Barcelona and enjoy your first walk through this vibrant Catalan capital.
• Visit La Boqueria and enjoy local delicacies.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Enjoy a full day discovering Barcelona.
• Visit the iconic Sagrada Família.
• Explore Plaça de Catalunya.
• Admire the colorful mosaics of Park Güell.
• Optional: Visit Montserrat Monastery to see the Black Madonna.
• In the evening, enjoy tapas in El Born or dine at a traditional Catalan restaurant.

Today, drive south along the Costa Dorada to Peñíscola (approx. 2 hours). After exploring, continue to Valencia (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes). You will be spending the night in Valencia.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Stop in Peñíscola and explore the impressive Peñíscola Castle, dramatically set above the Mediterranean.
• Continue to Valencia and admire the elegant Mercado de Colón.
• Discover the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences.
• See the historic Bullring and the Serranos and Quart Towers.

This morning, explore Granada before driving to Málaga (approx. 1 hour 45 minutes). You will be spending the next two nights on the Costa del Sol.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Wander through the historic Albaicín district before departing.
• In Málaga, stroll along the promenade and relax by the sea.
• Optionally visit the whitewashed village of Mijas.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Enjoy a full day at leisure along the Costa del Sol.
• Visit the impressive Alcazaba of Málaga and the nearby Roman Theatre of Málaga.
• Climb up to Gibralfaro Castle for panoramic views.
• Explore the Picasso Museum Málaga or enjoy fresh seafood at a local chiringuito.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Enjoy a full day exploring Seville.
• Start at the iconic Giralda and climb to the top for panoramic city views.
• Visit the magnificent Seville Cathedral, home to the tomb of Christopher Columbus.
• Stroll through the beautiful Maria Luisa Park and admire the grandeur of Plaza de España.
• End the day with an authentic flamenco show and experience the passion of Andalusia.

Today, drive to Córdoba (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes).You will be spending the night in Córdoba.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Visit the extraordinary Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba, one of Spain’s most remarkable architectural masterpieces, blending Islamic and Christian design.
• Explore the charming Jewish Quarter and visit the historic Córdoba Synagogue, one of the few remaining medieval synagogues in Spain.
• Spend the rest of the afternoon wandering through Córdoba’s whitewashed streets and flower-filled patios.

Today, leave Andalucía and cross the region of La Mancha toward Toledo (approx. 3 hours 30 minutes). You will be spending the night in Toledo.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to El Greco’s masterpiece The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.
• Explore Santa María la Blanca and wander through the medieval Old Town, discovering Toledo’s rich blend of Christian, Jewish, and Moorish heritage.