Day 1. Arrival Barcelona – Evening Walking Tour
Arrive in Barcelona and check in. Evening walking tour of Barcelona — explore the extraordinary Gothic Quarter, taste traditional Catalan cuisine and experience the vibrant atmosphere of La Rambla.
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Day 2. Visit Park Guell and Sagrada Familia
Full day exploring Gaudi’s Barcelona: the extraordinary Park Guell with its colourful mosaics and stunning city views (UNESCO World Heritage Site); and the breathtaking Sagrada Familia — Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece, the most visited monument in Spain.
Day 3. Family Tour of the Gothic Quarter, Mount Tibidabo & Theme Park
Morning guided family tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter — two millennia of history in a labyrinth of medieval lanes. Afternoon at Mount Tibidabo and its family-friendly theme park, offering spectacular views over Barcelona and the Mediterranean.
Day 4. Train to Valencia – Family Walking Tour
Board the AVE train to Valencia. Arrive and check in. Afternoon family walking tour of Valencia: the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (City of Arts and Sciences), the Central Market, the Cathedral and the atmospheric El Carmen district.
Day 5. Tour of Valencia
Full day tour of Valencia: the extraordinary futuristic complex of the City of Arts and Sciences (designed by Santiago Calatrava); Bioparc Valencia (one of Europe’s most innovative zoos); and the historic old town with its magnificent Central Market and Silk Exchange (UNESCO World Heritage).
Day 6. Train to Alicante – Tour of Alicante
Board the train to Alicante. Arrive and check in. Tour of Alicante: the spectacular Castillo de Santa Barbara perched above the city; the Explanada de Espana waterfront promenade; the Barrio Santa Cruz historic quarter; and the beautiful beaches of the Costa Blanca.
Day 7. Guided Drive around the Costa Blanca
Full day guided drive around the Costa Blanca: the historic town of Altea with its white-domed church; the beautiful coves of Javea; the extraordinary rock of Penon de Ifach; and the family beach of Calpe.
Day 8. Train to Madrid – Evening Tour of Madrid with Food Tasting
Board the train to Madrid. Arrive in the Spanish capital and check in. Evening guided tour of Madrid with food tasting — explore the Mercado de San Miguel and the tapas bars of the La Latina neighbourhood.
Day 9. Full Day Tour of Madrid
Full day guided city tour of Madrid: the Royal Palace, El Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia museum, Retiro Park, Plaza Mayor and the Puerta del Sol.
Day 10. Family Day Trip to Toledo
Family day trip to Toledo — the extraordinary “City of Three Cultures” with its World Heritage historic center. Visit the Toledo Cathedral, the Alcazar fortress, the Jewish Quarter and the Synagogue of El Transito; take in the famous Mirador del Valle viewpoint.
Day 11. Train to Seville – Half Day City Tour
Board the AVE train to Seville. Arrive and check in. Half day guided city tour of Seville: the Cathedral (the world’s largest Gothic cathedral), the Alcazar palace complex and the atmospheric Barrio Santa Cruz.
Day 12. Family Visit to an Andalusian Olive Oil Estate
Full day excursion to an authentic Andalusian olive oil estate — discover how the region’s extraordinary extra virgin olive oil is produced, from hand-picking the olives to cold-pressing the oil. Tour the olive groves and participate in a traditional tasting.
Day 13. Transfer to Malaga via Ronda 4WD Adventure
Transfer to Malaga via an exciting 4WD adventure through the dramatic Sierra de Ronda. Visit the spectacular town of Ronda — the Puente Nuevo bridge, the El Tajo gorge, the Plaza de Toros bullring and the Arab bathhouses.
Day 14. Family Walking Tour of Malaga with Shopping
Family walking tour of Malaga: the Picasso Museum, the Carmen Thyssen Museum, the Roman Theatre, the Alcazaba fortress and the Cathedral. Afternoon shopping in the Calle Larios and the historic city center.
Day 15. Departure from Malaga
Transfer to Malaga International Airport for your return flight.
Must see
ATTRACTIONS
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Barcelona
★★★★★
- Hotel Arts Barcelona
- W Barcelona
- Mandarin Oriental Barcelona
★★★★
- Hotel Ohla Barcelona
- Barceló Raval
- Grand Hotel Central
★★★
- Hotel Jazz Barcelona
- Catalonia Albéniz
- Hotel Balmes
Valencia
★★★★★
- The Westin Valencia
- Hotel Balneario Las Arenas
- Meliá Valencia
★★★★
- Silken Puerta Valencia
- Vincci Lys Valencia
- Senator Mari Cristina Hotel
★★★
- Hotel Expo Valencia
- Petit Palace Bristol Valencia
- Hotel Sorolla
Alicante
★★★★★
- Hospes Amérigo Alicante
- Meliá Alicante
- Hotel Sidi San Juan Alicante
★★★★
- NH Collection Alicante
- Hotel Eurostars Lucentum
- AC Hotel Alicante
★★★
- Hotel Gran Sol Alicante
- Holiday Inn Express Alicante
- ibis Alicante
Madrid
★★★★★
- Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
- Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid
- JW Marriott Hotel Madrid
★★★★
- Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid
- Hotel Vincci Soho
- Hotel Catalonia Puerta del Sol
★★★
- Hotel Petit Palace Puerta del Sol
- Leonardo Hotel Madrid City Center
- Hotel Regente
Seville
★★★★★
- Hotel Alfonso XIII Seville
- Las Casas del Rey de Baeza
- Hotel Mercer Sevilla
★★★★
- Hotel Meliá Sevilla
- Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento
- Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla
★★★
- Hotel Amadeus Sevilla
- Hotel Murillo
- Hostal Patio de la Alameda
Malaga
★★★★★
- Gran Hotel Miramar Málaga
- AC Hotel Málaga Palacio
- Molina Lario Hotel
★★★★
- Vincci Selección Posada del Patio
- Petit Palace Plaza Málaga
- Hotel del Pintor
★★★
- Hotel Tribuna Málaga
- Hotel Sur
- Alameda Hotel
Must try
FOOD
Cocido Madrileño
Cocido Madrileño is Madrid’s famous traditional stew, made with chickpeas, beef, pork, chorizo, vegetables, and potatoes. Slow-cooked for rich flavor, it is usually served in three courses: soup, vegetables with chickpeas, and meats. This hearty dish is a symbol of Madrid’s culinary heritage and a favorite comfort food.
Espetos
A typical dish from Málaga and Southern Spain consisting of fish, traditionally sardines, skewered on thin and long rods and grilled over open olive-wood fires – often set up right on the beach in old fishing boats filled with sand – to produce a smoky, juicy dish full of flavour.
Churros con Chocolate
Crispy cinnamon dusted sticks of pure delight, served with piping hot chocolate for dipping; this delicacy can be enjoyed at any time of day and are available from street vendors, chocolatería and fine dining establishments.
RESTAURANT
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Halal Certified
Barcelona
- Al-Khaima – North African cuisine, couscous and tagines, popular with Muslim visitors to the Gothic Quarter
- Restaurant Médina – Authentic Moroccan cuisine, mint tea, family-friendly atmosphere in El Raval
- Al-Baraka Barcelona – Halal Middle Eastern grill, generous portions, open late
- Halal Sushi Barcelona – Japanese fusion with halal certification near Las Ramblas
- Indian Palace Barcelona – Authentic Indian halal cuisine, popular with families, vegetarian options
Valencia
- Shawarma Al-Arab Valencia – Popular halal fast food near the city center, late-night service
- Restaurante Istanbul Valencia – Turkish and kebab cuisine, halal-certified, near the Central Market
- Al-Andalus Valencia – Moroccan and Lebanese fusion, family-friendly atmosphere
- Medina Kebab Valencia – Halal grill with generous portions, popular with students and families
- Taj Palace Valencia – Indian halal restaurant near the City of Arts and Sciences, lunch specials
Alicante
- Al-Baraka Alicante – Middle Eastern halal restaurant near the Explanada de España
- Istanbul Alicante – Turkish halal grill, popular with Muslim residents and visitors
- Medina Alicante – North African halal cuisine near the Castillo de Santa Bárbara
- Taj Mahal Alicante – Indian halal restaurant, vegetarian-friendly menu
- Halal Kitchen Alicante – Mixed halal Mediterranean food, family atmosphere
Madrid
- Salwa Cocina Libanesa – One of Madrid’s highest-rated halal restaurants, authentic Lebanese cuisine, family-friendly
- Al Mounia – Classic Moroccan restaurant established 1960, traditional Moorish décor, elegant setting
- Restaurante Istanbul – Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine, popular among halal-conscious visitors
- La Barra de Acosta – Seafood-focused, halal-certified, excellent tapas selection near Palacio Real
- Taj Mahal Madrid – Indian subcontinent cuisine, halal-certified, generous portions, popular with families
Seville
- Al Medina Sevilla – Moroccan restaurant near the Cathedral, tagines and slow-cooked lamb
- Restaurante Al-Mutamid – Moorish-inspired cuisine with riverside views, named after the Moorish poet-king
- Shawarma El Kasbah – Halal grill and shawarma near the old city, popular with locals
- Al Andalus Sevilla – Lebanese and North African fusion, rooftop terrace views of the Giralda
- Medina Kebab Sevilla – Reliable halal spot with quick service in the Santa Cruz quarter
Malaga
- Al Yamal – Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes near the Alcazaba, traditional recipes
- Restaurante Arrayanes – Moroccan restaurant near the Alcazaba, authentic tagines and couscous
- Shawarma Palace Málaga – Popular halal fast food, generous portions, central location
- Taj Mahal Málaga – Indian cuisine, fully halal-certified, vegetarian-friendly menu
- Medina Restaurant Málaga – Mediterranean and North African fusion, terrace dining
