Relaxing 6-Day Itinerary in Spain

  1. Day 1: Barcelona Beaches
    20 minutes (10 km) from El Prat de Llobregat Airport

    Relax and sunbathe on Barcelona's picturesque beaches such as Barceloneta, Bogatell, or Llevant while enjoying the Mediterranean breeze and the sound of waves.

  2. Day 2: Parque del Retiro, Madrid
    2 hours and 30 minutes (625 km) by train from Barcelona

    Escape the city's hustle and bustle and stroll around the greenery of Madrid's famous park of Retiro. You can rent a rowboat in its crystal-clear lake at around €6-8 per hour.

  3. Day 3: Arab Baths, Granada
    4 hours and 30 minutes (420 km) by car from Madrid

    Indulge in a private spa session in one of Granada's beautiful Arab Baths, such as Hammam Al Andalus. Take a massage, try the relaxing thermal baths or steam rooms in a peaceful atmosphere.

  4. Day 4: Santander Botanic Garden
    7 hours and 15 minutes (780 km) by train from Granada

    Take a stroll around this quiet refuge in the city's heart, where you can discover a vast range of exotic plants and trees of all kinds while breathing fresh air.

  5. Day 5: Sunbathing in San Sebastian
    1 hour (100 km) by car from Santander

    Relax seaside at the "Queen of Beaches" San Sebastian in the Basque Country, a city famous for its scenic beauty, delicious seafood, and modern architecture like Kursaal.

  6. Day 6: Chill out at the Costa del Sol
    1 hour and 30 minutes (150 km) by car from San Sebastian

    End your trip perfectly at the renowned Costa del Sol. El Palo, El Bajondillo, and Playa del Carihuela, are fantastic beaches in the Spanish south coast, where you can find trendy chiringuitos to lounge around.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rowboat rental in Parque del Retiro, Madrid (1-2 hours, €6-8 per hour)
  • Thermal baths at Hammam Al Andalus, Granada (1-2 hours, €33-57)
  • San Sebastian’s Kursaal, La Zurriola Beach (2 hours, free entry)
  • Chiringuitos at Las Playas, Costa del Sol (2-3 hours minimum, €10-50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €49-123

Useful Tips

If you have more time, spend an extra day in Granada and visit iconic Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens or, instead, go to Costa Blanca and discover Cartagena's impressive Roman theatre. If you have less time, you may want to eliminate a day in Santander or Madrid.

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