17 day itinerary
Espana
Itinerary
Spain is a vibrant country with a rich tapestry of culture, history, and cuisine. Here’s a fun and engaging 17-day itinerary that balances sightseeing, local experiences, and delicious, budget-friendly dining. Let’s dive in!
Day 1: Arrival in Madrid
- Morning: Arrive in Madrid. Check into a budget-friendly hotel or hostel like in the heart of the city.
- Afternoon: Stroll through and visit the .
- Dinner: Try Casa Lucio for their famous huevos rotos (broken eggs) – a local favorite!
Day 2: Madrid
- Morning: Visit the . Grab a quick breakfast at for churros and chocolate.
- Afternoon: Explore and the .
- Dinner: Head to for generous tapas portions at a reasonable price.
Day 3: Madrid to
- Morning: Take a short train ride to (30 minutes). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the and the .
- Dinner: Enjoy local specialties at La Abadía.
Day 4:
- Morning: Explore the and visit the .
- Afternoon: Try some marzipan at .
- Dinner: Dine at for a cozy atmosphere and great food.
Day 5: to
- Morning: Train to (2.5 hours). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the and .
- Dinner: Try Bodeguita Romero for delicious montaditos (small sandwiches).
Day 6:
- Morning: Explore the .
- Afternoon: Wander through the .
- Dinner: Enjoy tapas at , one of the oldest bars in .
Day 7: to
- Morning: Train to (45 minutes). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the .
- Dinner: Try Taberna Salinas for traditional Andalusian dishes.
Day 8:
- Morning: Explore the .
- Afternoon: Stroll through the and visit the .
- Dinner: Dine at for a local experience.
Day 9: to
- Morning: Train to (2.5 hours). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the (book tickets in advance!).
- Dinner: Enjoy a meal at for local wines and tapas.
Day 10:
- Morning: Explore the .
- Afternoon: Visit the Sacromonte neighborhood.
- Dinner: Try Los Diamantes for fresh seafood tapas.
Day 11: to
- Morning: Train to (5 hours). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the .
- Dinner: Enjoy a paella at .
Day 12:
- Morning: Stroll through .
- Afternoon: Visit the for local delicacies.
- Dinner: Try for a cozy atmosphere and great tapas.
Day 13: to
- Morning: Train to (3.5 hours). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit .
- Dinner: Enjoy dinner at for a variety of tapas.
Day 14:
- Morning: Explore (book tickets in advance!).
- Afternoon: Stroll down and visit .
- Dinner: Try for a lively atmosphere and great cava.
Day 15:
- Morning: Visit and .
- Afternoon: Relax at .
- Dinner: Dine at for delicious sandwiches and bubbly.
Day 16: to
- Morning: Train to (6 hours). Check into .
- Afternoon: Visit the .
- Dinner: Try for pintxos (Basque tapas).
Day 17:
- Morning: Explore the (Old Town).
- Afternoon: Visit the for local food.
- Dinner: Enjoy your last meal at with a view of the museum.
Departure
- Morning: Depart from or return to Madrid for your flight home.
Travel Tips:
- Transportation: Consider getting a Renfe Spain Pass for train travel, which can save you money on multiple journeys.
- Dining: Always look for the “Menu del Día” (menu of the day) for affordable lunch options.
- Language: A few basic Spanish phrases can go a long way in enhancing your experience!
This itinerary offers a mix of history, culture, and culinary delights, all while keeping your budget in mind. Enjoy your adventure in España! 🌍✈️🍽️
