Barcelona, Madrid & Andalusia
Spain · 8 Days / 7 Nights
Eight days connecting Spain's three tourism centers by high-speed AVE rail — Barcelona's Gaudí landmarks, Madrid's museums and plazas, and Andalusia's Moorish heritage at the Alhambra. This is the deepest of our Spain routes, for travelers who want more than a single-city break.
Route
Key Highlights
- Sagrada Família and Park Güell in Barcelona
- Prado Museum and Plaza Mayor in Madrid
- The Alhambra in Granada, Andalusia
- High-speed AVE rail travel throughout
Why You'll Love This Trip
- Skip-the-line entry at the Sagrada Família and pre-booked Alhambra tickets, which sell out weeks ahead
- High-speed AVE rail connections, each under 3 hours, between all three regions
- A genuine Andalusia extension, not just Barcelona and Madrid
- A tapas-focused dining introduction built into the Madrid leg
Traveler Question
How much does the Barcelona, Madrid & Andalusia package cost?
Starting from $1,590 per person based on double occupancy, including 7 nights of accommodation, AVE high-speed rail between all three cities, a Sagrada Família skip-the-line tour, a Prado Museum guided tour, and pre-booked Alhambra entry.
Day by day
Your Detailed Itinerary
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3 Days in Barcelona
Barcelona
Transfer from Barcelona El Prat Airport to your central hotel, with the evening free to explore the Gothic Quarter's narrow medieval streets.
Today's Highlights
Barcelona
A skip-the-line guided tour of the Sagrada Família, followed by an afternoon at Park Güell, Gaudí's mosaic-tiled park overlooking the city.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.Sagrada Família
- 2.Park Güell
Barcelona
A free day to explore Las Ramblas, the Boqueria Market, or Barcelona's beachfront at Barceloneta.
Today's Highlights
2 Days in Madrid
Madrid
A high-speed AVE rail journey to Madrid (under 3 hours), checking into your central hotel before an evening walk to the Plaza Mayor.
Today's Highlights
Madrid
A guided tour of the Prado Museum's collection, followed by a tapas-focused evening across Madrid's central neighborhoods.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.Plaza Mayor, Madrid
3 Days in Granada
Granada
An AVE rail journey south to Granada, gateway to Andalusia, with the evening free to explore the Albaicín quarter's Moorish-era streets.
Today's Highlights
Granada
A pre-booked, guided tour of the Alhambra, the fortified Moorish palace complex built under the Nasrid dynasty, including the Alcazaba fortress and the Nasrid Palaces.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.The Alhambra
Granada
A final morning at leisure before your transfer to Granada Airport or an onward AVE connection.
Today's Highlights
Traveler Question
Can we add Seville to this itinerary?
Yes, a 2-night Seville extension connects well by AVE rail from either Madrid or Granada, completing a full Andalusia loop.
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Places You'll Visit
Barcelona
Catalonia's capital, defined by Gaudí's architecture.
The trip's opening three days.
Madrid
Spain's capital, home to the Prado and Plaza Mayor.
The trip's museum and dining-focused middle stretch.
Granada
An Andalusian city built around the Alhambra palace complex.
The trip's closing Moorish-heritage stop.
Included in your trip
Experiences Included
Sagrada Família
Gaudí's still-unfinished basilica in central Barcelona.
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Park Güell
Gaudí's mosaic-tiled park overlooking Barcelona.
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The Alhambra
A fortified Moorish palace complex in Granada.
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What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakfast
- AVE high-speed rail tickets between Barcelona, Madrid, and Granada
- Sagrada Família skip-the-line guided tour
- Park Güell entry
- Prado Museum guided tour
- Alhambra pre-booked guided tour
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Lunches and most dinners
- Travel insurance
- Seville extension (available on request)
Traveler Question
Do we need a visa to visit Spain?
Spain is part of the Schengen Area, so many nationalities including the US, UK, and Canada can enter visa-free for stays up to 90 days; confirm Schengen visa requirements for your specific passport before booking.
Make it yours
Customization Options
- Add a Seville extension (2 nights) to complete an Andalusia triangle with Granada and Córdoba
- Upgrade to a Gothic Quarter boutique hotel in Barcelona
- Add a flamenco show evening in Madrid or Granada
Good to know
Important Information
- Alhambra tickets are capped daily and sell out weeks in advance in peak season — we book these as early as possible.
- AVE rail tickets are reserved-seat and non-flexible; arrive at least 20 minutes before departure.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell in Barcelona, tapas evenings in Madrid, and the Alhambra's Nasrid Palaces in Granada make this a popular honeymoon route, with an optional Seville extension for couples wanting a slower Andalusia finish.
April-June and September-October offer comfortable temperatures across all three regions; July-August in Andalusia in particular brings intense heat that can make midday sightseeing at the Alhambra uncomfortable.
Yes — Alhambra entry is capped daily and regularly sells out weeks ahead in peak season. We book this as one of the first steps once your trip is confirmed.
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