23 days in Spain Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Royal Palace of Madrid, make a trip to Plaza Mayor, and then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum.

To see maps, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Madrid visit planning tool.

In March, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can drive to Plasencia.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Plasencia trip planner.

Traveling by car from Madrid to Plasencia takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Madrid in March, expect nights in Plasencia to be about the same, around 8°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 21°C. You will leave for Ourense on the 30th (Thu).

Ourense is a city in northwestern Spain, the capital of the province of the same name in Galicia.PopulationIts population of 106,905 accounts for 30% of the population of the province and makes it the third largest city of Galicia.In 2010 there were 5,943 foreigners living in the city, representing 5.46% of the total population. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ourense: Parada de Sil (Monasterio de Santa Cristina & Balcones de Madrid), Siltrip (in Sober) and Monasterio de San Esteban de Ribas de Sil (in Nogueira de Ramuin). There's much more to do: test your problem-solving skills at Sala Enigma Room Escape Ourense, do a tasting at Vina Costeira, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de Santa Eufemia, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monasterio de San Pedro de Rocas.

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Ourense holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Plasencia to Ourense takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Plasencia in March, expect nights in Ourense to be about the same, around 8°C, while days are slightly colder, around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Boal.

Boal is a municipality, a civil parish and a town in the Autonomous Community of the Principality of Asturias . On the 2nd (Sun), examine the collection at Casa del Agua de Bres, appreciate the extensive heritage of Conjunto Etnografico de Teixois, take an in-depth tour of Museo Molinos Mazonovo, then see the interesting displays at Museo de Cuchilleria, and finally explore the ancient world of Castros De Asturias. Here are some ideas for day two: ponder the world of politics at Ayuntamiento de Navia, kick back and relax at Playa de Frexulfe, and then scramble along the landscape with Kalyaventura.

To see traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Boal online visit planner.

You can drive from Ourense to Boal in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, daily temperatures in Boal can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can drive to Ribadesella.

Ribadesella is a small municipality in the Autonomous Community of the Principality of Asturias, Spain. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ribadesella: Lagos de Covadonga (in Cangas de Onis), Santuario De Covadonga (in Covadonga) and Beach of Rodiles (in Villaviciosa). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic natural features at La Cuevona de Cuevas del Agua, enjoy breathtaking views from Mirador del Fito, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, and snap pictures at Puente Romano.

To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Ribadesella visit app.

Drive from Boal to Ribadesella in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April in Ribadesella, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Cangas del Narcea.

Cangas del Narcea is one of 54 parishes in Cangas del Narcea, a municipality within the province and autonomous community of Asturias, in northern Spain.It is also the municipal capital. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Colegiata de Santa Maria Magdalena, see the interesting displays at Wine Museum of Cangas del Narcea, and then explore the landscape on two wheels at Senda del Oso. Keep things going the next day: snap pictures at Puente Colgante Cangas del Narcea, learn about winemaking at Bodega Monasterio de Corias, and then admire the landmark architecture of Monasterio de San Juan de Corias.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Cangas del Narcea trip itinerary builder site.

Getting from Ribadesella to Cangas del Narcea by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in April, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Santillana del Mar.

Santillana del Mar is a historic town situated in Cantabria, Spain. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Santillana del Mar: Santander (Palacio de La Magdalena & Playa Primera de El Sardinero). The adventure continues: take a stroll through Plaza Mayor de Ramon y Pelayo, see the interesting displays at Museo de la Tortura, enjoy breathtaking views from Torre de Don Borja, and get to know the fascinating history of Calle de Juan Infante.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Santillana del Mar trip planner.

You can drive from Cangas del Narcea to Santillana del Mar in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, daily temperatures in Santillana del Mar can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride to Getaria.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): examine the collection at Sagardoetxea, Museo de la Sidra Vasca.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Getaria driving holiday planner.

Drive from Santillana del Mar to Getaria in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, daily temperatures in Getaria can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Olite.

Olite is a town and municipality located in the Comarca de Tafalla comarca, Merindad de Olite merindad, in Navarre, Spain.According to Isidore of Seville's, the town of Oligicus was founded by Swinthila, Visigothic King of Hispania in order to control and punish the Vascones. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de Santa Maria la Real, see the interesting displays at Galerias Medievales, explore the historical opulence of Palacio Real de Olite, then admire nature's extreme beauty at Bardenas Reales, and finally learn about winemaking at Cosecheros Reunidos Bodegas y Vinedos.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read our Olite trip planner.

Getting from Getaria to Olite by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from Getaria in April, Olite is little chillier at night with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Brinas.

On the 13th (Thu), learn about winemaking at Bohedal Bodega Boutique, then do a tasting at Vivanco. Cultura de Vino, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion, and finally learn about winemaking at Tobelos Bodegas y Vinedos. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): learn about winemaking at Junguitu ?Hablamos de Vino?, learn about winemaking at Bodegas y Vinedos Gomez Cruzado, then do a tasting at Bodega La Rioja Alta S.A., then learn about winemaking at Bodegas Muga, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Santo Tomas.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Brinas driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Olite to Brinas takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, daytime highs in Brinas are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Laguardia.

On the 15th (Sat), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Parroquia San Andres Apostol, then learn about winemaking at Bodegas Tritium, and then learn about winemaking at Bodegas Solar de Samaniego.

For maps, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Laguardia trip itinerary maker tool.

Laguardia is just a stone's throw from Brinas. In April in Laguardia, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 8°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Burgos.

Burgos is a city in northern Spain and the historic capital of Castile. Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): appreciate the history behind Plaza del Mio Cid. Keep things going the next day: take in the spiritual surroundings of Monasterio de las Huelgas, then pause for some photo ops at Arco de Santa Maria, then learn more about the world around you at Museo de la Evolucion Humana, and finally get a new perspective on nature at Cartuja de Miraflores.

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You can drive from Laguardia to Burgos in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Laguardia in April, with highs in Burgos at 16°C and lows at 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Alcala De Henares.

Alcalá de Henares, meaning Citadel on the river Henares, in Arabic قلعة النار, is a Spanish city located 35km northeast of the country's capital, Madrid. Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): deepen your understanding at Universidad de Alcala, don't miss a visit to Hospital de Antezana, then see the interesting displays at Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes, and finally make a trip to Calle Mayor.

To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Alcala De Henares trip maker site.

You can drive from Burgos to Alcala De Henares in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Burgos in April, expect Alcala De Henares to be a bit warmer, temps between 24°C and 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Cuenca.

Cuenca is a city in the autonomous community of Castile–La Mancha in central Spain. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the historical opulence of Las Ruinas del Castillo de Cuenca. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral De Cuenca, make a trip to Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, then take in the views from Puente de San Pablo (Saint Paul Bridge), then explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Abstracto Espanol, and finally admire the striking features of Casas Colgadas.

To see reviews, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Cuenca vacation builder website.

You can drive from Alcala De Henares to Cuenca in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to catch the train back home.