GLOBUS 2025: Independent Barcelona, Madrid & Malaga City Stay (M5B)

10 Day Tour from Barcelona to Malaga

When ticking off your bucket list of Spain's most captivating cities, it's three strikes and you're in. This Independence by Globus City Stay covers the bases with a 10-day reign in Barcelona, Madrid, and Malaga. Barcelona inspires with possibilities of Gothic proportions, from the beloved Basilica to bold Flamenco. Madrid is charismatic with its royal palaces, fine art masterpieces and beautiful green parks. In Malaga be charmed by the iconic sights in the birthplace of Picasso and enjoy Andalusian hospitality at a seafront chiringuito - all this and more with the I-Time you deserve.

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Tour Operator
Globus
Offer
Offer valid through 12/31/2024
Duration
10 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1BarcelonaWelcome to Barcelona! A Globus local Host will be waiting to welcome you at the hotel between 5pm and 7pm. Free time this afternoon.

Today's I-Time Tips
Your first encounter with this captivating city will reveal to you why the motto, 'Barcelona Inspires,' is true. Stunning architecture, dazzling beaches, vibrant markets and delicious dishes, this city has so much to offer. For your first taste of the city, take a seat in a sidewalk cafe and soak up the lively atmosphere. Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the dining tips you need.
Day 2BarcelonaFollow your Local Guide on a walking tour to discover the main attractions of the Gothic Quarter. Admire Guell Palace, the Gothic Cathedral, Boqueria Market, La Rambla, and Placa del la Catalunya.

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Today's I-Time Tips
This evening, join an optional excursion to experience one of Spain's cultural treasures - the Flamenco! Enjoy a traditional Spanish buffet dinner with drinks and lose yourself in the powerful expressions of love, joy, and pain as professional performers tell their tales through rhythm, lyrics, guitar, and dance. Ole! More free time and entertainment tips can be found on your GlobusGO app.
Day 3BarcelonaThe day is yours to explore as you please.

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Today's I-Time Tips
One of Barcelona's 'must-sees' is the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, a testament to the masterwork of Antoni Gaudi. Built on the reliance of donations since the first stone was laid more than 130 years ago, the iconic church remains an unfinished masterpiece and the world's longest-running construction project. Other examples of Gaudi's work can be found around the city, one of the most famous being the Casa Batllo on the elegant boulevard Passeig de Gracia.

Take a ride to the top of Arena de Barcelona, a converted bull ring that now houses shops and restaurants for a panoramic view of the surrounding area. More must-see sights are all at your fingertips with your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 4MadridTravel by high-speed train to Madrid. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon and evening.

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Today's I-Time Tips
The city of Madrid has so much to offer filled with intriguing stories and hidden secrets. Stroll around the streets and take pictures of 'El Osoy y el Madrono' (The bear and the strawberry tree), the biggest symbol of the city. This evening why not join an optional dinner excursion to try typical Spanish dishes at a local restaurant. Find more gastronomic suggestions on the GlobusGO app.

Day 5MadridThis morning's guided walking tour features some of Madrid's most iconic sights including San Miguel market, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Cibeles fountain.

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Today's I-Time Tips
Join an optional excursion to Toledo the former Spanish capital, one of Europe's best preserved walled medieval cities, known as the 'City of Three Cultures'. Stroll along the cobblestone alleyways to experience this cultural melting pot of Jewish, Islamic, and Christian influence, evident in the city's well-preserved synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals.

Join the locals for a stroll through the Parque de el Buen Retiro, a green oasis in the city centre which was formerly only accessible to royals. More free time ideas can be found on your GlobusGO mobile app.
Day 6MadridThe day is yours to explore as you please.

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Today's I-Time Tips
Madrid is home to some wonderful art galleries, including the Prado Museum which houses one of the world's largest art collections, including amazing masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. If contemporary Spanish art is more to your taste, the Reina Sofia Museum has a wonderful collection including works by Dali, Miro and Picasso. For more hints on Madrid's museums, check out your GlobusGO app.
Day 7MalagaTravel by high-speed train to Malaga. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you.
A guided walking tour reveals some of Malaga's most important landmarks; stroll along the Calle Larios and admire the magnificent Cathedral and Alcazaba. Free time this afternoon.

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Today's I-Time Tips
The coastal city of Malaga has an exceptional art culture and is home to some of Spain's most important museums. Birthplace of the artist Pablo Picasso, it also boasts a noteworthy museum dedicated to him, which is well worth the visit. Tap into your GlobusGO mobile app for more free-time tips, maps, and more.
Day 8MalagaThe day is yours to explore as you please.

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Today's I-Time Tips
Discover further afield with the chance to visit the Rock of Gibraltar, one of Europe's most famous landmarks, on a full day optional excursion. Situated on the Iberian Peninsula between two seas and two continents, the promontory has been in British hands since 1704. A local expert will show you the main sights.

Malaga serves some fantastic seafood dishes, try the local 'boquerones' at one of the beachfront restaurants. Your GlobusGO mobile app can point you in the direction of the best 'chiringuito' in town.
Day 9MalagaThe day is yours to explore as you please.

(B)

Today's I-Time Tips
Join an optional excursion to the remarkable town of Ronda, one of Andalusia's most popular white villages. It is a town of two halves perched on a platform of the Sierra de Ronda and cut in two by a deep ravine, the only link being a spectacular bridge. It is closely associated with the origins of modern Spanish bullfighting, and its characteristic bullring is one of the oldest in Spain.

Relax on one of Malaga's beautiful beaches or join the locals for a stroll along the seafront promenade. More hints on how to make the most of your time in Malaga can be found on your GlobusGO app.
Day 10MalagaYour vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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