8-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Spain

1. Day 1: Visit Gaudi's Park Guell
   25 minutes (8.7 km) from the airport

   Admire the amazing views of the city while walking along the colorful Gaudi's Park Guell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. Day 2: Relax at Costa Brava Beaches
   2 hours (126 km) from Park Guell

   Enjoy the crystal-clear waters of Costa Brava’s beaches like Aiguablava and Platja Fonda.

3. Day 3: Take a stroll at Girona's Old Town
   1 hour 20 minutes (82.8 km) from Costa Brava Beaches

   Explore the cobbled streets of the medieval city, visit the colorful houses along the River Onyar and walk the ancient city walls.

4. Day 4: Enjoy the hot springs at Caldes de Malavella
   30 minutes (24 km) from Girona's Old Town

   Take a relaxing, therapeutic soak in the hot natural springs of Vichy Catalan's Balneari Prats, which dates back to 1895.

5. Day 5: Experience the charm of Besalu
   45 minutes (30.5 km) from Caldes de Malavella

   Visit the 12th century Romanesque bridge, the town's medieval Jewish quarters and Monestir de Sant Pere.

6. Day 6: Get a taste of French culture in Perpignan
   1 hour 40 minutes (133.2 km) from Besalu

   Relax and enjoy a wine tasting or play golf in the Chateau de Jau and visit Palace of the Kings of Majorca.

7. Day 7: Take a break at Sitges Beach
   1 hour 30 minutes (157.3 km) from Perpignan

   Soak up in the Mediterranean sun and clear blue waters while in the charming town of Sitges. Do not miss a stroll through the old town’s streets filled with shops and restaurants.

8. Day 8: End the trip with shopping in Barcelona
   25 minutes (17 km) from Sitges Beach

   Shop for souvenirs and from top brands like at Passeig de Gracia, Rambla Catalunya and Portal de l'Angel, and say goodbye to Spain in style.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Park Guell (3 hours, Free entry)
• Costa Brava Beaches (4 hours, Free entry)
• Girona's Old Town (3 hours, Free entry)
• Caldes de Malavella's hot springs (4 hours, €45)
• Besalu (2 hours, Free entry)
• Perpignan (5 hours, €20)
• Sitges Beach (4 hours, Free entry)
• Shopping in Barcelona (6 hours, Depends on personal budget)

Total Estimated Costs: €65

Useful tips

For travelers with more time, visit Alhambra Palace in Granada and Prado Museum in Madrid. For those with less, adjust the days depending on preference. Book appointment schedules in advance and observe COVID protocols for public safety and uninterrupted travel plans.