The first stop is a tour to Madrid's Art Triangle, which covers three renowned museums in Madrid- Prado Museum, Reina Sofia Museum, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. The museums showcase the most significant collections of artwork from renowned artists around the world, including Picasso, Goya, and Miro.
Spend your day exploring the iconic marvels of Barcelona. Visit Park Guell, an enchanting garden complex designed by Gaudi. Next, visit the magnanimous La Sagrada Familia, a masterpiece building that has been under construction for over 135 years. Enter the basilica to explore the splendid architecture and artistry.
The third day takes us to Andalusia's mystical town, Granada, where we will visit the fabulous Alhambra, one of Spain's most visited attractions. It is a unique palace and fortress complex, built in the 9th-century Nasrid dynasty. After visiting the impressive Alhambra palace, stroll through the beautiful gardens of Generalife, which has the most picturesque fountains, flowers, and lush trees.
Take a cooking class in Jerez and learn to make paella, tortilla, and other traditional Spanish dishes. Later, visit the local vineyards to experience the unique flavors of Sherry wine varieties, including fino, manzanilla, oloroso, and Amontillado.
Spend your day wandering around the Gothic quarter's narrow streets, marveling at the ancient architecture, and experiencing a mix of different cultures. Next, visit the Picasso Museum to explore the revolutionary paintings, drawings, and sculptures of the legendary Spanish artist.
The final day takes you to Seville's breathtaking Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity. Take the tower's spiral staircase, known as Giralda, for stunning views of Seville. The Cathedral's Gothic architecture is awe-inspiring, and visitors can view Christopher Colombus's tomb inside the cathedral.
Spain has a well-established network of public transport, such as trains, buses, and metros, which makes it easy and affordable to move around. A Europe Rail Pass is a great option for travelers as it allows unlimited travel across Europe. But keep in mind the travel time could be longer in some areas. Always check the opening and closing times of the places you want to visit as it can vary between cities and establishments.
If you have more time, you can visit other iconic attractions such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, Córdoba's Mosque-Cathedral or Ronda's Puente Nuevo. Those looking for adventure can visit Costa Brava's beaches for water sports, flamenco dance in Andalusia, or hiking in the Pyrenees. Travelers with less time can skip the Generalife Gardens or the Gothic Quarter and add another day to Barcelona or Madrid.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) is located 11 km northeast of the center of Madrid city. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is situated 12 km southwest of the center of Barcelona. Granada Airport (GRX) is approximately 17 km west of the city of Granada. Jerez de la Frontera Airport (XRY) is around 6 km from Jerez's city center. Seville Airport (SVQ) is about 10 km northeast of Seville city center.