8 days in Spain Itinerary

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

On the 9th (Tue), admire the landmark architecture of Torre Giralda and then pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Sevilla. On the 10th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and then make a trip to Plaza de España.

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London, UK to Seville is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Seville due to the time zone difference. In April, Seville is somewhat warmer than London - with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Historic Centre of Cordoba, take a stroll through Jewish Quarter (Juderia), thentake in the local highlights with Walking tours, thencontemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Calleja del Panuelo.

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Getting from Seville to Cordoba by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Seville in April, plan for a bit warmer days in Cordoba, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can take a train to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): experience rural life at Reservatauro Ronda, get great views at Mirador puente nuevo de Ronda, thentake in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda, and finally learn about winemaking at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo. On your second day here, see the sights as you ascend with SierrAventura Ronda, take in the views from Puente Nuevo, and then get great views at Mirador de los Viajeros Romanticos.

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You can take a train from Cordoba to Ronda in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Mon): appreciate the extensive heritage of Mirador de San Nicolas, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monasterio Cartuja, thentake in nature's colorful creations at Generalife, and finally let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Ermita de San Miguel Alto, take a stroll through Albayzin, and then step into the grandiose world of Alhambra.

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Drive from Ronda to Granada in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Ronda in April: highs in Granada hover around 23°C, while lows dip to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.