Independent Barcelona, Madrid & Malaga City Stay
Independent Barcelona, Madrid & Malaga City Stay
Independent Barcelona, Madrid & Malaga City Stay
10 Days
Visiting: Arrive In Barcelona, Spain, Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, Europe
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M5B-2024
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Tour Overview
When ticking off your bucket list of Spain’s most captivating cities, it’s three strikes and you’re in. This Independence by Globus City Stay covers the bases with a 10-day reign in Barcelona, Madrid, and Malaga. Barcelona inspires with possibilities of Gothic proportions, from the beloved Basilica to bold Flamenco. Madrid is charismatic with its royal palaces, fine art masterpieces and beautiful green parks. In Malaga be charmed by the iconic sights in the birthplace of Picasso and enjoy Andalusian hospitality at a seafront chiringuito – all this and more with the I-Time you deserve.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Barcelona,Spain
Location: Arrive In Barcelona, Spain
ARRIVE IN BARCELONA, SPAIN Welcome to Barcelona! A Globus local Host will be waiting to welcome you at the hotel between 5pm and 7pm. Free time this afternoon.Today's I-Time TipsYour first encounter with this captivating city will reveal to you why the motto, “Barcelona Inspires,” is true. Stunning architecture, dazzling beaches, vibrant markets and delicious dishes, this city has so much to offer. For your first taste of the city, take a seat in a sidewalk cafè and soak up the lively atmosphere. Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the dining tips you need.BARCELONA-CAFE.jpg
Day 2: Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Meals Included: Breakfast
BARCELONA Follow your Local Guide on a walking tour to discover the main attractions of the Gothic Quarter. Admire Güell Palace, the Gothic Cathedral, Boqueria Market, La Rambla, and Placa del la Catalunya. (B)Today's I-Time Tips This evening, join an optional excursion to experience one of Spain’s cultural treasures – the Flamenco! Enjoy a traditional Spanish buffet dinner with drinks and lose yourself in the powerful expressions of love, joy, and pain as professional performers tell their tales through rhythm, lyrics, guitar, and dance. Olé! More free time and entertainment tips can be found on your GlobusGO app.BARCELONA-GUELL.jpg
Day 3: Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Meals Included: Breakfast
BARCELONA The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)Today's I-Time TipsOne of Barcelona’s “must-sees” is the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, a testament to the masterwork of Antoni Gaudi. Built on the reliance of donations since the first stone was laid more than 130 years ago, the iconic church remains an unfinished masterpiece and the world’s longest-running construction project. Other examples of Gaudi’s work can be found around the city, one of the most famous being the Casa Batlló on the elegant boulevard Passeig de Gràcia. Take a ride to the top of Arena de Barcelona, a converted bull ring that now houses shops and restaurants for a panoramic view of the surrounding area. More must-see sights are all at your fingertips with your GlobusGO mobile app.BARCELONA-SAGRADA-FAMILIA-BASILICA.jpg
Day 4: Barcelona,Madrid
Location: Barcelona, Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
BARCELONA–MADRID Travel by high-speed train to Madrid. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)Today's I-Time Tips The city of Madrid has so much to offer filled with intriguing stories and hidden secrets. Stroll around the streets and take pictures of “El Osoy y el Madrono” (The bear and the strawberry tree), the biggest symbol of the city. This evening why not join an optional dinner excursion to try typical Spanish dishes at a local restaurant. Find more gastronomic suggestions on the GlobusGO app.MADRID-FOUNTAIN.jpg
Day 5: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
MADRID This morning’s guided walking tour features some of Madrid’s most iconic sights including San Miguel market, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Cibeles fountain. (B)Today's I-Time TipsJoin an optional excursion to Toledo the former Spanish capital, one of Europe’s best preserved walled medieval cities, known as the “City of Three Cultures”. Stroll along the cobblestone alleyways to experience this cultural melting pot of Jewish, Islamic, and Christian influence, evident in the city’s well-preserved synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals. Join the locals for a stroll through the Parque de el Buen Retiro, a green oasis in the city centre which was formerly only accessible to royals. More free time ideas can be found on your GlobusGO mobile app.TOLEDO.jpg
Day 6: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
MADRID The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)Today's I-Time TipsMadrid is home to some wonderful art galleries, including the Prado Museum which houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including amazing masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. If contemporary Spanish art is more to your taste, the Reina Sofia Museum has a wonderful collection including works by Dalí, Miró and Picasso. For more hints on Madrid’s museums, check out your GlobusGO app.MADRID-PRADO.jpg
Day 7: Madrid,Malaga
Location: Madrid, Malaga
Meals Included: Breakfast
MADRID–MALAGA Travel by high-speed train to Malaga. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. A guided walking tour reveals some of Malaga’s most important landmarks; stroll along the Calle Larios and admire the magnificent Cathedral and Alcazaba. Free time this afternoon. (B)Today’s I-Time Tips The coastal city of Malaga has an exceptional art culture and is home to some of Spain’s most important museums. Birthplace of the artist Pablo Picasso, it also boasts a noteworthy museum dedicated to him, which is well worth the visit. Tap into your GlobusGO mobile app for more free-time tips, maps, and more.MALAGA-CATHEDRAL.jpg
Day 8: Malaga
Location: Malaga
Meals Included: Breakfast
MALAGA The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)Today’s I-Time TipsDiscover further afield with the chance to visit the Rock of Gibraltar, one of Europe’s most famous landmarks, on a full day optional excursion. Situated on the Iberian Peninsula between two seas and two continents, the promontory has been in British hands since 1704. A local expert will show you the main sights. Malaga serves some fantastic seafood dishes, try the local “boquerones” at one of the beachfront restaurants. Your GlobusGO mobile app can point you in the direction of the best “chiringuito” in town.MALAGA-FOOD.jpg
Day 9: Malaga
Location: Malaga
Meals Included: Breakfast
MALAGA The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)Today’s I-Time Tips Join an optional excursion to the remarkable town of Ronda, one of Andalusia’s most popular white villages. It is a town of two halves perched on a platform of the Sierra de Ronda and cut in two by a deep ravine, the only link being a spectacular bridge. It is closely associated with the origins of modern Spanish bullfighting, and its characteristic bullring is one of the oldest in Spain.Relax on one of Malaga’s beautiful beaches or join the locals for a stroll along the seafront promenade. More hints on how to make the most of your time in Malaga can be found on your GlobusGO app.RONDA.jpg
Day 10: Malaga
Location: Malaga
Meals Included: Breakfast
MALAGA Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)MALAGA-SKYLINE.jpg
Accommodation
Barcelona:Innside by Melia Barcelon ApoloMadrid:Novotel Madrid CenterMalaga:Eurostars Malaga
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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