9-Day Adventure Itinerary in Spain

  1. Day 1: Barcelona
    Arrive at El Prat International Airport, 20-minute (10 km) drive to Park Guell.

    Explore the whimsical park with breathtaking panoramic views and eccentric architecture

  2. Day 2: Costa Brava
    1-hour (100 km) drive to Tossa de Mar.

    Explore the scenic coastal town and hike to the historic castle.

  3. Day 3: Pyrenees Mountains
    3 hours (250 km) drive to Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park.

    Enjoy a guided hiking tour through majestic mountains, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife.

  4. Day 4: Pamplona
    3.5 hours (280 km) drive to Plaza del Castillo.

    Attend the Running of the Bulls festival for an adrenaline-fueled experience.

  5. Day 5: Basque Country
    2 hours (170 km) drive to San Sebastian's La Concha Beach.

    Take a surfing lesson from the pros and relax in the vibrant beach town.

  6. Day 6: Valencia
    6 hours (490 km) drive to the City of Arts and Sciences.

    Discover the futuristic museum complex offering exhibitions, an opera house, and more stunning architecture.

  7. Day 7: Sierra Nevada National Park
    5.5 hours (450 km) drive to Puerto de la Ragua observation point.

    Take a guided hiking tour through the Alpine mountains with stunning views of the sea and surrounding landscapes.

  8. Day 8: Madrid
    4 hours (400 km) drive to Gran Via Street.

    Stroll through the lively shopping street and visit the Prado Museum for an art tour in the evening.

  9. Day 9: Toledo
    1-hour (75 km) drive to Zocodover Square.

    Explore the ancient city that was once the capital of Visigothic Spain and home to El Greco's paintings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Park Guell (2 hours, €10)
  • Tossa de Mar (3 hours, €40)
  • Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park (5 hours, €50)
  • Running of the Bulls festival (2 hours, Free)
  • San Sebastian's La Concha Beach (4 hours, €20 surf lesson)
  • City of Arts and Sciences (4 hours, €35 for exhibitions)
  • Sierra Nevada National Park (6 hours, €80)
  • Gran Via Street (2 hours, Free)
  • Toledo (4 hours, €30 for El Greco Museum)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding flights and accommodation): €265

Useful Tips

If you have less time, consider skipping the City of Arts and Sciences and the surf lesson but add Medieval Cuenca and its hanging houses. If you have more time, consider adding Andalusia and its stunning cities like Seville and Granada.

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