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From Andalusia to Catalonia: A Journey Through Spain's Gems

Luciano Berredo

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure through Granada, Barcelona, and Girona. Discover the enchanting Alhambra, marvel at Gaudí's architectural wonders, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of these vibrant cities.

Trip to Granada

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling Granada's Hidden Treasures

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$18

Jardines del Triunfo

Arabic fortifications can still be found at the entrance to this large landscaped public park.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$3

4 - 6 min

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Puerta de Elvira

Built in the 11th century, this Arabic gate & wall once marked the main entrance to the city.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

8 - 11 min

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Catedral de Granada

Lavish Renaissance cathedral with a gold-&-white interior, known for its stained-glass domed chapel.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Captivating Beauty of Alhambra and Beyond

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$75

Generalife

Ancient Muslim palace with elegant ornamental gardens featuring pools, courtyards & vibrant blooms.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

13 - 20 min

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Nasrid Palaces

Opulent Moorish-style courtyards, reception halls & royal quarters at the heart of the Alhambra.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Palace of Charles V

Emperor's Renaissance-style residence within the Alhambra featuring a grand courtyard & museums.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Barcelona's Architectural Delights

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$65

Alhambra

Medieval complex housing palaces, carved Moorish throne room & cloistered courtyards with fountains.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

17 - 26 min

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Royal Chapel of Granada

Elaborate 1500s mausoleum for Catholic royalty, including Ferdinand & Isabella, plus a museum.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $498 In total

Activities & Food:$474

Transport:$25

Trip to Barcelona

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling Granada's Hidden Treasures

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$114

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$ 11

La Sagrada Familia

Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$56

14 - 17 min

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Casa Vicens Gaudí

Grand 4-floor house, designed by Antoni Gaudi, with Moorish influences & a protruding corner tower.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$36

9 - 11 min

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Park Güell

Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$22

Day 2Captivating Beauty of Alhambra and Beyond

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$132

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$ 11

Picasso Museum

Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$36

20 - 24 min

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Casa Batlló

Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

20 - 24 min

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

Budget breakdown: $498 In total

Activities & Food:$474

Transport:$25

Trip to Girona

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling Granada's Hidden Treasures

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$70

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$ 4

Montjuïc Castle

17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

88 - 106 min

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Museu del Cinema-Col·lecció Tomàs Mallol

Cinema history artifacts from 1800s to 1970, with movie cameras, photos & Chinese shadow theater.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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Museu d'Història dels Jueus

Museum with Jewish history exhibits ranging from the religion's origin to culture, plus a gift shop.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Girona Cathedral

Roman Catholic church in Romanesque & Gothic styles, with a record breaking 22m-wide Gothic nave.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $498 In total

Activities & Food:$474

Transport:$25