Solo Travel: The Heart of Spain

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Drive through central Spain on this 6-night solo adventure! You're in control with your own personal rental car and the open road ahead of you! Begin in Madrid, the central capital of Spain. Take a city highlights tour, complete with a visit to the Royal Palace! Be sure to also visit the Puerta del Sol, which is among the most famous spots in the city! Hop ...
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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Madrid City Tour & Royal Palace - Half Day Tour

What's this trip about?

    Drive through central Spain on this 6-night solo adventure! You're in control with your own personal rental car and the open road ahead of you! Begin in Madrid, the central capital of Spain. Take a city highlights tour, complete with a visit to the Royal Palace! Be sure to also visit the Puerta del Sol, which is among the most famous spots in the city! Hop in your rental car and continue your trip in Salamanca! Check out the Universidad de Salamanca, the detailed architecture, and the Old City! Then, drive to Toledo for a few more days in central Spain! With a rich religious history, Toledo boasts many beautiful churches, cathedrals, and monuments. You'll definitely want to try some tapas here, too! At the end of your trip, drive your rental car back to the Madrid Airport for your flight home!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMadrid
End CitySpain

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Madrid
  • Salamanca
  • Toledo

Activities

  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Madrid (MAD)
    • Manual rental car – upgrade to automatic available
    • 2 nights in Madrid at the Hotel Tryp Atocha or similar
    • Madrid City Highlights with Royal Palace Tour (half-day)
    • 2 nights in Salamanca at the Hotel Catalonia Plaza Mayor or similar
    • 2 nights in Toledo at the Hotel Parador de Toledo or similar
    • Buffet breakfast daily This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid!

Touch down in the artistic city of Madrid! Upon arrival, pick up your rental car and head to your first hotel.

Once you get settled, enjoy a night at leisure! Spend the evening getting to know the city. Why not treat yourself to some tasty tapas?

Day 2 Madrid

Rise and shine! Recharge with a delightful breakfast, then embark on your half-day tour of Madrid! Explore the city's highlights and complete your tour with a special guided visit to the Royal Palace.

The rest of the day is yours! Consider a stroll through Retiro Park, or a visit to Madrid's renowned art museums, such as the Prado, the Reina Sofia, or the Thyssen-Bornemisza.  

Day 3 Madrid - Salamanca

After breakfast, wave goodbye to Madrid and head on your merry way! As you journey toward stunning Salamanca, you may want to make a couple of noteworthy stops. Consider visits to the beautiful cities of Segovia and Avila - they're both on the way!

Once you arrive in Salamanca, settle into your accommodation and enjoy free time to explore the city. 

Day 4 Salamanca

Enjoy a whole day exploring Salamanca at your own pace! Take in the beauty of the grand Plaza Mayor and visit the city's breathtaking cathedrals. You might want to check out Salamanca University, a stunning, historic university where Miguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, attended school!

Day 5 Salamanca - Toledo

Fuel up with breakfast and enjoy a morning at leisure. If there's a site you missed yesterday, this morning is a perfect time to complete your sightseeing checklist. 

Next, check-out of your hotel and take a scenic drive down to Toledo! Check-in to your f...

Day 6 Toledo

Holy Toledo! Enjoy a pleasant breakfast, then discover the magic of this culture-packed city. Be sure to visit Toledo Cathedral, one of the most impressive, iconic pieces of the city. Built in Gothic style with French influence, this cathedral still holds sever...

Day 7 Depart Spain

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your suitcase and head for the airport. Once you arrive, turn in your rental car and find your departure gate. Spend your flight home replaying wonderful memories and dreaming about your next adventure! 

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Price per day$351
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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