The Big Loop

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Barcelona

  • The Big Loop
  • Güell Park, designed by Gaudí
  • San Sebastian panorama
  • Guggenheim museum, Bilbao
  • Magdalena Palace, Santander
  • Picos de Europa landscape, Asturias
  • Sunset over Santiago de Compostela
  • The New Cathedral, Salamanca
  • Alcázar of Segovia
  • Madrid views, with Almudena cathedral
  • Sunset over Toledo from a nearby hill
  • Cordoba city, on the Guadalquivir shore
  • Plaza de España (Spain Square), Seville
  • Málaga city, on the Mediterranean shore
  • Alhambra panorama, Granada
  • San Juan beach, Alicante
  • City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia

The Big Loop

Trip duration: 30 days
Barcelona - San Sebastián - Bilbao - Santander - Gijon - Santiago de Compostela - Salamanca - Segovia - Madrid - Toledo - Cordoba - Sevilla - Malaga - Granada - Alicante - Valencia - Barcelona
The Big Loop, the great trip around Spain. If you can find time to do this trip you won't regret it. You will visit all the main destinations in Spain and you will discover all the secrets of the country. Culture, Tradition, Food, Art, Party, Beach, Mountain... This is the best possible trip to Spain.

On this trip you will visit:

- Barcelona, the most visited city in the country. You will discover emblematic monuments such as the Sagrada Familia cathedral or the Parque Güell on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. This unique city boasts an incomparable charm and atmosphere, great food and people. You cannot miss it!

- San Sebastián: you will be immersed in one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, an elegant reminder of past times. Its home of one of the most beautiful city beaches in the world.

- Bilbao will surprise you with its dynamism and vitality, with its museums such as the Guggenheim and its spectacular old town, the perfect place to relish the typical pintxos.

- Santander: another picturesque little city with small palaces, unspoiled beaches and plenty of typical food choices to try.

- Gijón: Asturias' main city. A lively city full of beaches, cliffs and green mountains, Gijón is the perfect place to enjoy the beach, the food and the local cider.

- Santiago de Compostela: the land of witches and magic, but also the sacred place for pilgrims as it illustrates the end of the Camino de Santiago. Here you will find a city with a very special atmosphere full of contrasts and people from all over the world.

- Salamanca, the gothic plateresque architecture makes its downtown one of the most spectacular ones in Spain. The streets, monuments and university environment will mesmerize you.

- Segovia: a cute captivating town which main tourist attractions are the roman aqueduct and the magnificent royal palace called Alcázar, taken straight out of a fairy tale.

- Madrid, another city that never sleeps, you'll always have to decide between three or four different plans. You can visit the Prado museum, one of the most important ones in the world, and take in the pretty sights and the great environment on the streets, bars and plazas. You will discover a restless city.

- Toledo: mystic, mysterious and medieval. Also known as the city of the three cultures since Muslims, Jewish and Christians cohabited here for centuries and all left their mark. You will feel that you're in an open-air museum, there's charm and grace everywhere you look. The narrow, cobbled streets make Toledo seem like a great labyrinth.

- Córdoba: the city of the Caliphs. The history of the city will impress you, there's a story behind every corner. If you want to fully experience Córdoba don't miss the Mosque and the Jewish Quarter o Barrio de la Judería, and of course its exquisite cuisine.

- Sevilla, the capital of Andalucía has a spectacular historical and cultural heritage and diverse possible plans like enjoying a flamenco show or visiting the essentials such as the Giralda or the Plaza de España.

- Málaga: the perfect place to soak up the sun on the beach. Besides, the lovely pedestrian streets downtown and the wonderful atmosphere full of young people, bars and good food, will make you want to stay forever.

- Granada: full of charm and magic. It transports you to a bygone era with quarters like Albahicín, Sacromonte or Realejo and the magnificent Alhambra dominating the city. Get amused by its university environment and try the tapas.

- Alicante is not only beautiful but young and vital, the city where everybody wants to go. You can chill on the beach or walk around while you enjoy a fresh beer and a free tapa. You will be amazed by its ambience.

- Valencia is the perfect combination of history and modernity. Its beaches, its outdoors lifestyle, its bars or its great cultural offer in places like the Museo de las Artes y las Ciencias, will not leave you indifferent. And of course the food, did you know that the typical paella is originally from Valencia? Enjoy!

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 Barcelona
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Start your trip! Depending on what time you arrive, you may be able to explore Barcelona in depth or simply get your bearings. Take a stroll or go out for dinner and a refreshing drink. You deserve a rest after your travels!
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 Barcelona & San Sebastián
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 San Sebastián
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 Bilbao
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 Bilbao & Santander
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 Santander
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 Santander & Gijón
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 Gijón
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 Gijón & Santiago
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 Santiago de Compostela
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 Santiago & Salamanca
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 Salamanca
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 Salamanca & Segovia
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 Segovia & Madrid
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 Madrid
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 Madrid & Toledo
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 Toledo & Córdoba
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 Córdoba & Sevilla
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 Sevilla
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 Sevilla & Málaga
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 Málaga
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 Málaga & Granada
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 Granada
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 Granada & Alicante
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 Alicante
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 Valencia
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 Barcelona
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What is and is not included in this Trip


INCLUDED


  • Accommodation: 29 nights' accommodation, with breakfast in the places that include it.

  • Transportation: 17 bus tickets between the cities of the trip (in case of no availability train tickets will be provided).

  • Extras: Entrance tickets and selected activities (pending confirmation by providers).

  • Travel Guide: Written by Nomads Spain and recommended by locals, with useful info and tips of every place to visit during your trip.


NOT INCLUDED


  • Meals: Except for breakfast, when included.

  • Other transportation, transfers, tickets or activities not mentioned on the Trip Inclusions..
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