14-Day Spain Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Santiago De Compostela traveling south to Leon, Madrid, Valencia, Murcia, Málaga, Seville, Merida, and Zamora

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Explore the best of Spain on a remarkable 14-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Santiago De Compostela, Leon, Madrid, Segovia, Valencia, Murcia, Granada, Málaga, Seville, Badajoz, Merida, Zamora, and Ourense.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Spain. You will spend 2 nights in Santiago De Compostela, 1 night in Leon, 2 nights in Madrid, 1 night in Valencia, 1 night in Murcia, 1 night in Málaga, 3 nights in Seville, 1 night in Merida, and 1 night in Zamora. 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 Santiago De Compostela, 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 Santiago De Compostela, Leon, Madrid, Segovia, Valencia, Murcia, Granada, Málaga, Seville, Badajoz, Merida, Zamora, and Ourense, 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

  • Santiago de Compostela - Arrival day
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  • Parque da Alameda (Santiago de Compostela)
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Welcome to Santiago De Compostela, 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 Santiago De Compostela before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Santiago De Compostela 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 Santiago De Compostela. 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 Santiago De Compostela, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 14-day road trip in Spain!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Santiago de Compostela
  • León
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Drive 327 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Museo del Pueblo Gallego
  • Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
  • Praza da Quintana de Vivos
  • City of Culture of Galicia
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On day 2 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Spain, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Santiago De Compostela and O Cruceiro de Sar. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Leon, 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 Leon. Leon 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 Leon, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • León
  • Madrid
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Drive 341 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Catedral de León
  • Basilica of San Isidoro
  • Casa de los Botines
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Your itinerary for day 3 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 Madrid, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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 4

Day 4

  • Madrid
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Drive 199 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Aqueduct of Segovia
  • Alcázar of Segovia
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • plaza de España
  • Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Madrid, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Madrid.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Madrid
  • Valencia
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Drive 359 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Main Square
  • Market of San Miguel
  • Museo del Prado
  • El Retiro Park
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in Spain. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Madrid. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Valencia, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Spain!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Valencia
  • Murcia
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Drive 236 km, 3 hours

  • Mercat Central
  • Torres dels Serrans
  • City of Arts and Sciences
  • L'Oceanogràfic
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Dive into day 6 of your remarkable road trip in Spain. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Valencia. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Murcia, 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 Murcia. Murcia offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Murcia 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 Murcia.

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Murcia
  • Málaga
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Drive 406 km, 4 hours 37 min

  • Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada
  • Royal Chapel of Granada
  • Palacio de la Madraza
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On day 7 of your road trip in Spain, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Granada are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Málaga, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Málaga
  • Seville
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Drive 217 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • Málaga Park
  • Iglesia Catedral de la Encarnación
  • Alcazaba
  • Picasso Museum Málaga
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Spain, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Málaga. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Seville, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Seville, 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 Seville. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Spain!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Seville
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Drive 14 km, 58 min

  • Metropol Parasol
  • Casa de Pilatos
  • Royal Alcázar of Seville
  • Plaza de España
  • Parque de María Luisa
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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 Seville's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Seville
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Drive 12 km, 46 min

  • Catedral de Sevilla
  • La Giralda
  • Torre del Oro
  • Plaza de toros de la Maestranza
  • Alameda de Hércules
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You have 1 night left in Seville. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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.

Seville 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 Seville.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Seville
  • Mérida
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Drive 271 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Castelar Park
  • Door of Palmas
  • Alcazaba of Badajoz
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Your itinerary for day 11 of your road trip in Spain includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Badajoz. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Merida, 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 Merida. Merida 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 Merida, 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 12

Day 12

  • Mérida
  • Zamora
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Drive 347 km, 3 hours 48 min

  • Roman Circus of Mérida
  • Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
  • Temple of Diana
  • Acueducto de los Milagros
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Spain. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Merida. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Zamora, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Zamora
  • Santiago de Compostela
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Drive 384 km, 4 hours 11 min

  • As Burgas
  • Parque Barbaña
  • Ponte Vella de Ourense
  • Caldas de Outariz (Hot Springs)
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in Spain. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Ourense. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Santiago De Compostela, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Spain!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Santiago de Compostela - Departure day
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  • Praza de Galicia
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Day 14 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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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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