11 days in Spain Itinerary
11 days in Spain Itinerary
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11 days in Spain Itinerary
Start: Dubai
Emirates 255
7h 30min
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Barcelona
— 5 nights
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3h
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Madrid
— 4 nights
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Emirates 144
7h 30min
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End: Dubai
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Barcelona
5
nights

Jewel of the Mediterranean
Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Camp Nou as well as Placa del Tibidabo. Attractions like Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila - La Pedrera make great kid-friendly stops. And it doesn't end there: stroll around Parc Guell, admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso, pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and make a trip to Las Ramblas.
For ratings, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Barcelona trip itinerary planner.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Barcelona is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also do a combination of shuttle and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Dubai to Barcelona. In December, Barcelona is colder than Dubai - with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. You will have some time to spend on the 26th (Thu) before leaving for Madrid.
Things to do in Barcelona
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Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
3:30pm, Mon Dec 23

Parc Guell
10:00am, Tue Dec 24

Casa Mila - La Pedrera
12:30pm, Mon Dec 23
4
nights
Madrid
4
nights

Cultural Capital of Spain
Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Stadio Santiago Bernabeu as well as El Rastro. Kids will enjoy Parque del Retiro and Royal Palace of Madrid. Venture out of the city with trips to Toledo (Catedral Primada & MQM Museo del Queso Manchego Toledo). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Prado National Museum, admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande, and make a trip to Puerta del Sol.
For more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Madrid tour planner .
Take a train from Barcelona to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in December, things will get a bit cooler in Madrid: highs are around 14°C and lows about 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
Things to do in Madrid
Side Trip
Toledo
Find places to stay Dec 26 — 30:
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Parque del Retiro
7:00pm, Thu Dec 26

Royal Palace of Madrid
3:00pm, Fri Dec 27

Plaza de Oriente
6:00pm, Thu Dec 26
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