Madrid and Barcelona by Rail

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Begin this great vacation in Madrid, Spain’s capital city. The Tryp Atocha Hotel is situated within walking distance of a wide variety of museums, restaurants, shops and of course, the vibrant Madrid night life. Madrid is praised across the globe for their mouthwatering tapas and vibrant nightlife. Savor the Spanish culture!

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Discover two of Spain’s most diverse, exciting and beautiful cities- Madrid and Barcelona!
    • Rail travel is the most convenient, fastest and most comfortable way to travel between these two locations of Spain.
    • Visit the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona- just one of the several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this Catalan capital city.
    • Stay in 4-star hotels in both cities, with easy access to many main attractions.
    • Dive into the history and culture of Spain with this dual-city getaway.

What's this trip about?

    Begin this great vacation in Madrid, Spain’s capital city. The Tryp Atocha Hotel is situated within walking distance of a wide variety of museums, restaurants, shops and of course, the vibrant Madrid night life. Madrid is praised across the globe for their mouthwatering tapas and vibrant nightlife. Savor the Spanish culture!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityMadrid
End CityBarcelona

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Train & Rail Journeys

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Barcelona
  • Madrid

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Madrid (MAD) and from Barcelona (BCN)
    • 4 nights at the Hotel Tryp Atocha in Madrid
    • One-way high-speed rail ticket from Madrid to Barcelona*
    • 2 nights at the Tryp Condal Mar in Barcelona
    • Breakfast daily

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Day 1: Welcome to Madrid!

Accommodation: Hotel Tryp Atocha

Welcome to the vibrant capital city of Madrid! Your first four nights will be at the 4-star Tryp Atocha Hotel. Madrid has so many incredible sites to see and you will be in a perfect location for exploring!  For your first night here, you might want to try out any of the tapas bars around the corner from the hotel.

Day 2: Madrid

During your time in Madrid there are several sites and landmarks that you must visit. The Museo del Prado is home to some incredible art work by legends such as El Greco, Goya and Velazquez. Visit the Museo Centro de Arte and see the Picasso anti-war mural, Guernica.

Day 3: Madrid

Enjoy the day at your leisure in Madrid. Visit the elegant and historic Plaza de Oriente and Plaza España, and the new parts of the city.

Day 4: Madrid

Many visitors don’t realize it but Madrid is home to many beautiful parks. The largest being Casa de Campo which is about five times bigger than New York’s Central Park. If the weather permits, you may want to spend a day enjoying the scenery.

Day 5: Madrid - Barcelona

Accommodation: Hotel Tryp Condal Mar

Take a high-speed AVE train to Barcelona where you will spend the second and final leg of your trip. The train is exceptionally comfortable and spacious with meal son board along with entertainment. You’ll spend three nights...

Train ride to Barcelona!

Take a high-speed AVE train to Barcelona where you will spend the second and final leg of your trip. The train is exceptionally comfortable and spacious with meal son board along with entertainment.

Day 6: Barcelona

One of the most iconic landmarks in this city is "La Sagrada Familia", the famous gothic-inspired Roman Catholic Church designed by Antoni Gaudi. Las Ramblas in central Barcelona offers shopping, delicious restaurants, the market, Mercat de la Boqueria and the stunning opera house which doubles as a monument for Christopher Columbus.

Day 7: Depart Spain

Depart Spain from the Barcelona Airport.

Expected travel time: you will only be about 20 minutes from the airport.

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Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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Accommodation

,Hotel Tryp Atocha Madrid, Spain This former 20th century palace retains its original architectural detail and beauty, with a warm ambiance and modern style. Its 149 guestrooms are spacious and bright, fully soundproofed and boasting the latest technology. Guests will enjoy the extensive breakfast buffet, included in the room rate. Hotel Tryp Condal Mar Barcelona, Spain Recently built, this award-winning hotel is a contemporary oasis that combines innovative design and chic modern decor. It features 178 quiet and comfortable guestrooms, a 24-hour fitness center, spa services, premium breakfast buffet, and rooftop pool with terrace and stunning panoramic city views.
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