12-Day Spain Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Vigo traveling east to Santiago De Compostela, Lugo, Oviedo, Leon, Salamanca, Segovia, and Madrid

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Explore the best of Spain on a remarkable 12-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Vigo, Santiago De Compostela, A Coruña, Lugo, Oviedo, Leon, Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, and Madrid.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Spain. You will spend 2 nights in Vigo, 2 nights in Santiago De Compostela, 1 night in Lugo, 2 nights in Oviedo, 1 night in Leon, 1 night in Salamanca, 1 night in Segovia, and 1 night in Madrid. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Spain. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Vigo, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Spain on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Spain. El Retiro Park and Main Square are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Vigo, Santiago De Compostela, A Coruña, Lugo, Oviedo, Leon, Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, and Madrid, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Spain. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Spain.

Throughout your road trip in Spain, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Spain.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Spain fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Spain today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Vigo - Arrival day
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  • O Farol de Urzáiz
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Welcome to Vigo, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Spain! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Vigo before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Vigo is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Vigo. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Vigo, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Spain!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Vigo
  • Santiago de Compostela
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Drive 90 km, 1 hour 33 min

  • Castro de Vigo
  • Castro fortress
  • Parque Monte do Castro
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On day 2 of your road trip in Spain, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Vigo are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Santiago De Compostela, where you will stay for 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Santiago De Compostela. Santiago De Compostela offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Santiago De Compostela, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Spain!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Santiago de Compostela
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Drive 1 km, 25 min

  • Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
  • Praza da Quintana de Vivos
  • Fonte dos Cabalos
  • Praza de Galicia
  • As Duas Marias
  • Parque da Alameda (Santiago de Compostela)
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Spain. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Santiago De Compostela's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Spain!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Santiago de Compostela
  • Lugo
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Drive 175 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Playa de Riazor (A Coruña)
  • Gardens of Méndez Núñez
  • María Pita square
  • Torre de Hércules
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On day 4 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Spain, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including A Coruña. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lugo, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Lugo, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Lugo's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Spain!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Lugo
  • Oviedo
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Drive 249 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Casa dos Mosaicos
  • Lugo Cathedral
  • Porta de Santiago
  • Roman Walls of Lugo
  • Domus Mitreo
  • Museo Provincial de Lugo
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in Spain. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Lugo. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Oviedo, where you'll spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Oviedo. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Oviedo's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Spain!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Oviedo
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Drive 2 km, 31 min

  • Archaeological Museum of Asturias
  • Plaza de la Catedral
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias
  • Plaza del Fontán
  • El Fontán Market
  • Mafalda statue
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You’ll stay in Oviedo for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Spain. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Oviedo is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Oviedo.

Say good night to Oviedo and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Spain!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Oviedo
  • León
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Drive 129 km, 1 hour 49 min

  • Plaza del Grano, León
  • Casa de los Botines
  • park of El Cid
  • Basilica of San Isidoro
  • Arco de la Cárcel
  • Catedral de León
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Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in Spain includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Leon. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Leon, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Leon. Leon offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Leon. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Head back to your accommodation in Leon and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Spain.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • León
  • Salamanca
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Drive 212 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Roman bridge of Salamanca
  • Casa Lis
  • Calisto and Melibea Vegetable Garden
  • Salamanca Cathedral
  • Casa de las Conchas
  • Plaza Mayor de Salamanca
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 8 of your road trip in Spain. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Salamanca. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Salamanca, where will spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Salamanca, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Salamanca. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Spain.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Salamanca
  • Segovia
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Alcázar of Segovia
  • Segovia Cathedral
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Plaza de Medina del Campo
  • Aqueduct of Segovia
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On day 9 of your road trip in Spain, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Segovia are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Segovia, where you will stay for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Segovia. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Segovia is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Segovia.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Spain.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Segovia
  • Madrid
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Drive 180 km, 2 hours 30 min

  • Walls of Ávila
  • Ávila Cathedral
  • Plaza Mercado Chico
  • Church and birthplace of Saint Teresa of Jesus
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On day 10 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Spain, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Avila. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Madrid, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Madrid. Madrid offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Madrid, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Spain.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Madrid
  • Vigo
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Drive 608 km, 6 hours 14 min

  • Kilometre Zero
  • Main Square
  • El Retiro Park
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in Spain. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Madrid. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Vigo, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Vigo, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Vigo's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Vigo - Departure day
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  • Concatedral - Basílica de Santa María de Vigo
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Day 12 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Spain!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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