6-Day Spain Road Trip from Almeria traveling east to Murcia, Valencia, and Alicante

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6 days & 5 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
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6 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Almeria, 1 night in Murcia, 1 night in Valencia, and 1 night 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 Almeria, Murcia, Valencia, and Alicante. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Almeria, 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 Mercat Central and Serrano Towers.

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 L'Oceanogràfic to the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences and Mercado Central de Alicante, 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 El Castell de Guadalest 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 Almeria, Murcia, Valencia, and Alicante, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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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Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of the castle (castillo de los Fajardo) and town, Velez Blanco, Almeria Province, Andalucia, Spain.Almeria / 2 nights
Photo of Altea white village skyline in Alicante at Mediterranean Spain.Alicante / 1 night
Photo of Murcia city centre and Segura river aerial panoramic view. Murcia is a city in south eastern Spain.Murcia / 1 night
Photo of View on Peniscola from the top of Pope Luna's Castle , Valencia, Spain.València / 1 night
Cartagena - city in SpainCartagena

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Photo of view of Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia in the City of Arts and Sciences. It was designed by famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava.City of Arts and Sciences
Photo of Mercado Central or Mercat Central building is a public central market located in central Valencia, Spain.Mercat Central
Photo of L'Oceanografic (Aquarium) in Valencia, Spain.L'Oceanogràfic
Photo of Towers of Serranos in Valencia . Spain.Serrano Towers
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
Castell de l'Alcozaiba, el Castell de Guadalest, la Marina Baixa, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainEl Castell de Guadalest
Photo of Murcia's Cathedral,Murica ,Spain.Murcia's Cathedral
Plaza de Las Flores, San Pedro, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainPlaza de las Flores
Almeria Cathedral, Almeria, Andalusia, SpainAlmeria Cathedral
Parque de las FamiliasParque de las Familias
Refugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería, Almeria, Andalusia, SpainRefugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería
Real Casino de Murcia, La Catedral, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainReal Casino de Murcia
Concatedral Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainCocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
Parque Nicolás Salmerón
El Palmeral, R-347796, R-348997, R-349044, R-1311341El Zapillo
The Mushroom Street, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainEl Carrer dels Bolets
Photo of Museo de Almería,Spain.Museo de Almería
Belén provincial de Diputación

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Day 1

Day 1 – Almeria - arrival day

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

Almeria has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Belén provincial de Diputación. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars by 3 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 Almeria, Jovellanos 16. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,101 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Almeria is Tony Garcia Espacio Gastronómico. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Locals recommend Stanley & de Marco as one of the best restaurants in the city of Almeria. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Almeria also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Almeria is Milestone Restaurant & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Almeria is La Consentida. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,010 customers.

Locals also enjoy Casa Puga. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,567 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Spain!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Murcia

  • Almeria
  • Murcia
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Drive 224 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Refugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería
  • Almeria Cathedral
  • El Zapillo
  • Parque de las Familias
  • Museo de Almería
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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 Almeria 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 Almeria is the amazing Refugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,835 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Almeria Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,277 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Almeria is the outstanding El Zapillo. This popular olive sand beach and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,251 visitors.

The spectacular Parque de las Familias is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating jardín público and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,042 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Museo de Almería. This attraction is a popular monument that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,962 visitors. Museo de Almería hosts around 55,617 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Almeria 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 CafeLab, one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,491 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Torremolinos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. Restaurante Torremolinos is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,737 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

After dinner, visit El Secreto, 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 1,415 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like SteakBurger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Alternatively, Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

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

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Day 3

Day 3 – Valencia

  • Murcia
  • València
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Drive 295 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Real Casino de Murcia
  • Murcia's Cathedral
  • Plaza de las Flores
  • El Castell de Guadalest
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Murcia and the city of El Castell de Guadalest. You’ll stay in Valencia for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Murcia today is Real Casino de Murcia. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,805 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Murcia's Cathedral, an outstanding catholic cathedral, in the city of Murcia. Around 13,947 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Murcia is Plaza de las Flores. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,389 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 city, 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 El Castell de Guadalest for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of El Castell de Guadalest. This popular attraction is a municipality of spain and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,496 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia, Asador El Porteño. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Restaurante Belmonte. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Valencia, Cafe de las Horas. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,922 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Puerta del Mar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

Bar Tonyina is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

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

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Day 4

Day 4 – Alicante

  • València
  • Alicante
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Drive 174 km, 2 hours 28 min

  • Mercat Central
  • Serrano Towers
  • L'Oceanogràfic
  • City of Arts and Sciences
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Valencia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Valencia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Valencia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mercat Central. This much-appreciated market hall and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Serrano Towers. This fortified tower and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,998 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Valencia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Alicante. Alicante offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Nou Manolín. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,895 reviews.

The remarkable Heladería Borgonesse is another top restaurant in Alicante we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Taberna del Gourmet is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,691 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Alicante, the fantastic El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Pinocchio Gelateria Cocktail Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,140 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Cartagena and Almeria

  • Alicante
  • Almeria
  • Cartagena
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Drive 321 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • El Carrer dels Bolets
  • Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
  • Mercado Central de Alicante
  • Roman theatre of Cartagena
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Day 5 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Alicante and the city of Cartagena. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Alicante is the amazing El Carrer dels Bolets. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

Mercado Central de Alicante is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Alicante. This well-known attraction, a spectacular building, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 24,503 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Alicante is another excellent way to spend your new day in Spain. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Spain’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Spain’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Spain’s scenic spots.

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

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Catamarán, one of the best restaurants in the city of Almeria. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Tierra de Nadie as one of the best restaurants in the city of Almeria. Restaurante Tierra de Nadie is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Almeria is Taberna Nuestra Tierra. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,853 customers.

After dinner, visit De Tal Palo - Taberna Gastronómica, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Almeria. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,600 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Quinto Toro. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,392 customers.

Alternatively, Scondite Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Almeria. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,358 customers.

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

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Day 6

Day 6 – Almeria - departure day

  • Almeria - Departure day
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  • Parque Nicolás Salmerón
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Day 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Almeria 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.

Parque Nicolás Salmerón is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Almeria. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,007 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Almeria at Almedina teashop before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,408 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante La Lonja de Almeria for your last chance at a meal in the city of Almeria. The Restaurante La Lonja de Almeria restaurant has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,780 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Buono. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

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

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