In-Depth Tour of Spain

The Ultimate 12-Day Itinerary for Classics & Hidden Gems

Want to experience Spain beyond the clichés?
This time-tested golden route perfectly combines must-dos like Gaudí architecture, flamenco, and paella with breathtaking villages, secret beaches, and boutique wineries—every day brings new discoveries!

✈️ 【12-Day Perfect Itinerary】
🏙️ Urban Classics (Days 1-5)
**Barcelona**
• Sagrada Família "Nativity Facade" tower climb + Gaudí's crypt museum
• Dawn visit to La Boqueria Market to see fresh deliveries
• Casa Vicens (Gaudí's debut work, less crowded for photos)

**Madrid**
• Prado Museum "Big Three Masterpieces" express route
• Roast suckling pig at Sobrino de Botín (oldest restaurant)
• Treasure hunt at El Rastro flea market (Sundays)

🌊 Coastal Secrets (Days 6-8)
**Valencia**
• Nighttime rowing at City of Arts and Sciences
• Albufera Lake birdwatching + paella cooking class

**Costa Brava**
• Girona walking tour (Game of Thrones filming locations)
• Surrealist charm of Cadaqués

🏰 Andalusia (Days 9-12)
**Seville**
• Alcázar Palace's hidden gardens
• Flamenco workshop in Triana district

**Granada**
• Alhambra night tour (Nasrid Palaces light show)
• Arab baths in Albaicín quarter

**White Villages**
• Nighttime donkey cart ride in Mijas
• Stargazing from Ronda's cliffside hotels

🍸 Unique Experiences
• Sherry winery grape-stomping in Jerez
• Rioja century-old winery blind tasting
• Late-night churros at Madrid's iconic chocolaterías

📸 【6 Instagram-Worthy Hidden Spots】
• Barcelona: Panoramic views from Bunkers del Carmel
• Seville: Underground level of Metropol Parasol ("Mushrooms")
• Granada: Alley to the right of Mirador de San Nicolás
• Córdoba: Ancient waterwheel under Roman Bridge
• Toledo: Sunset spot across the river from old town
• Ronda: Hiking trail beneath Puente Nuevo

💡 【2024 Pro Tips】
• Transport: ALSA buses 50% cheaper than high-speed rail
• Tickets: Alhambra now uses lottery system—register early
• Safety: Backpacks banned on Barcelona metro
• Season: Don’t miss Córdoba’s Patio Festival in May
• Payments: Cash discounts at small shops

Spain is like flamenco—
fiery on the surface, profound in its soul,
and utterly captivating the deeper you go!

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