3-Day Spain Road Trip Starting in Alicante

Photo of Altea Playa del Albir of white stones in Alicante Mediterranean Spain.
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Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-day road trip through Spain.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Spain. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Alicante, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Alicante and Cartagena. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Alicante, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Spain, including the stunning Parc El Palmeral and Parc Canalejas.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Spain. From the magnificent Roman theatre of Cartagena to the breathtaking Parque de Alfonso Torres and National Museum of Underwater Archaeology, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Alicante and Cartagena, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Spain. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Spain.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Spain. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Spain.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Spain.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Spain has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Spain. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Spain extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Altea white village skyline in Alicante at Mediterranean Spain.Alicante / 2 nights
Cartagena - city in SpainCartagena

Map

Attractions

Photo of Ruins of roman amphitheater in Cartagena port city, Autonomous Community of Murcia, southeastern Spain.Roman theatre of Cartagena
Parc El Palmerar, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainParc El Palmeral
Faro Cabo de Palos, Cabo de Palos, Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena, Campo de Cartagena y Mar Menor, Region of Murcia, SpainFaro Cabo de Palos
National Museum of Underwater Archaeology, Diputación de Cartagena Casco, Cartagena, Campo de Cartagena y Mar Menor, Region of Murcia, SpainNational Museum of Underwater Archaeology
Canalejas Park, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainParc Canalejas
Parque Torres, R-344228, R-4625389, R-6427907, R-349047, R-1311341Parque de Alfonso Torres

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
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Include flights?

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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Alicante - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Alicante - arrival day

  • Alicante - Arrival day
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  • Parc El Palmeral
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Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Alicante has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,211 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante, Temple Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Restaurant L'Ereta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

Locals recommend Steki Restaurante as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Alicante also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alicante is El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alicante is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Locals also enjoy El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in Spain!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Cartagena and Alicante

Day 2

Day 2 – Cartagena and Alicante

  • Alicante
  • Cartagena
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Roman theatre of Cartagena
  • Parque de Alfonso Torres
  • National Museum of Underwater Archaeology
  • Faro Cabo de Palos
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Alicante, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Alicante.

Today you'll explore the city of Cartagena. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Roman theatre of Cartagena. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,504 visitors.

Parque de Alfonso Torres is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Cartagena. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Cartagena is National Museum of Underwater Archaeology. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,845 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Faro Cabo de Palos. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,578 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Spain to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Alicante.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante, like Restaurante L'Atelier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Alicante. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Locals enjoy Alifornia Poké Bar - Centro de Alicante, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Alicante. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 595 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Alicante, LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Probar el Buen Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

La Favorita Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Alicante - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Alicante - departure day

  • Alicante - Departure day
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  • Parc Canalejas
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Day 3 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Alicante before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Parc Canalejas is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alicante. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Alicante and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Alicante at Bailén 17 before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 364 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Platea for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alicante. The Restaurante Platea restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 411 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Alicante. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Spain!

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