4-Day Spain Road Trip from Alicante traveling west to Murcia

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

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

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-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 and 1 night in Murcia, 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, Murcia, and Cartagena. We'll help you experience the best 4 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 Mercado Central de Alicante and Santa Bárbara Castle.

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 Archaeological Museum of Alicante to the breathtaking Parc El Palmeral and Murcia's Cathedral, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Plaza de las Flores and learn more about the unique Roman theatre of Cartagena to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Alicante, Murcia, 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 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 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
Photo of Murcia city centre and Segura river aerial panoramic view. Murcia is a city in south eastern Spain.Murcia / 1 night
Cartagena - city in SpainCartagena

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Attractions

Santa Bárbara Castle, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainSanta Bárbara Castle
Photo of ALICANTE, SPAIN - August 18, 2019: Alicante Central Market Hall (Mercado Central, dating from 1912).Mercado Central de Alicante
Photo of Ruins of roman amphitheater in Cartagena port city, Autonomous Community of Murcia, southeastern Spain.Roman theatre of Cartagena
Photo of Murcia's Cathedral,Murica ,Spain.Murcia's Cathedral
Archaeological Museum of Alicante, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainArchaeological Museum of Alicante
Plaza de Las Flores, San Pedro, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainPlaza de las Flores
Parc El Palmerar, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainParc El Palmeral
Jardín de Floridablanca, El Carmen, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainJardín de Floridablanca
Concatedral Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainCocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
Photo of Bridge of Perils or Puente de los Peligros is a bridge through Segura river in Murcia. Murcia is a city in south eastern Spain.Puente de los Peligros
Canalejas Park, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainParc Canalejas
The Mushroom Street, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainEl Carrer dels Bolets

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Round trip
Economy
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Travelers

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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
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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 Canalejas
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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 Canalejas. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 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 4-day vacation in Spain!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Alicante and Murcia

Day 2

Day 2 – Alicante and Murcia

  • Alicante
  • Murcia
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Drive 88 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
  • Mercado Central de Alicante
  • Santa Bárbara Castle
  • Archaeological Museum of Alicante
  • Parc El Palmeral
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Alicante and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Murcia. You will stay in Murcia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Alicante is the amazing Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible building, Mercado Central de Alicante. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,503 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Alicante is the outstanding Santa Bárbara Castle. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,044 visitors.

The spectacular Archaeological Museum of Alicante is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating archaeological museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,768 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,211 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Alicante by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Spain. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Murcia, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Torremolinos, one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,737 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Restaurante El Churra. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,527 customers.

After dinner, visit SteakBurger, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

Alternatively, La Tapeoteca is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,366 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

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Day 3 – Murcia, Cartagena, and Alicante

Day 3

Day 3 – Murcia, Cartagena, and Alicante

  • Alicante
  • Murcia
  • Cartagena
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Drive 177 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Murcia's Cathedral
  • Plaza de las Flores
  • Puente de los Peligros
  • Jardín de Floridablanca
  • Roman theatre of Cartagena
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Murcia and the city of Cartagena. You’ll stay in Alicante for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Murcia today is Murcia's Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,947 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Plaza de las Flores, an outstanding square, in the town of Murcia. Around 7,389 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Murcia is Puente de los Peligros. This amazing attraction is a bridge and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,754 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardín de Floridablanca. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,929 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Spain, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Spain. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Roman theatre of Cartagena for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Cartagena. This popular attraction is an archaeological site and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,504 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Alicante.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante, Restaurante L'Atelier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Locals recommend Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Alifornia Poké Bar - Centro de Alicante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 595 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar 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 a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain with a toast!

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Day 4 – Alicante - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Alicante - departure day

  • Alicante - Departure day
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  • El Carrer dels Bolets
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Day 4 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.

El Carrer dels Bolets is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alicante. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 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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