8-Day Aragon and Barcelona Fly and Drive
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Start in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia. This cosmopolitan, Mediterranean city is filled with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of the Modernist architectural style.
Then, you'll take your rental car to Zaragoza, the capital of Aragon. It's always a pleasure to visit these lands which saw the birth of the renowned painter Francisco de Goya, where enticements include abandoned towns and mash-ups of various architectural styles over the centuries.
If you’re a culture lover, you’ll be able to visit monasteries, castles, the various examples of UNESCO World Heritage sites with Mudejar architecture and monuments such as the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pilar. What's more, the area of this Spain tour package also lies on the famous pilgrimage route known as the Way of Saint James.
Then, you'll take your rental car to Zaragoza, the capital of Aragon. It's always a pleasure to visit these lands which saw the birth of the renowned painter Francisco de Goya, where enticements include abandoned towns and mash-ups of various architectural styles over the centuries.
If you’re a culture lover, you’ll be able to visit monasteries, castles, the various examples of UNESCO World Heritage sites with Mudejar architecture and monuments such as the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pilar. What's more, the area of this Spain tour package also lies on the famous pilgrimage route known as the Way of Saint James.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Barcelona
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Your Spain tour package will begin with an arrival in the capital of Catalonia, Barcelona, and pick up the car to drive to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore the city a little in your own time.
Accommodation
BCN Urbany Hotels Gran Rosellon★4 star
Activities
Free Time in BarcelonaOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport to BCN URBANESS HOTELS GRAN ROSELLON
Destinations
Barcelona
Day 2
Barcelona to Zaragoza
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You will take the highway towards Zaragoza, where you will have time to visit the popular Basilica of El Pilar, La Seo, the old centre and the Alfajeria the seat of the autonomous Government of Aragon on a private walking tour of the city. In the evening, relax in your hotel or explore the city a little more.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Ciudad de Zaragoza★4 star
Activities
Zaragoza Private Walking Tour
Aljafería Palace
Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
Restaurants
Puerta Cinegia Gastronómica-Gourmet MarketOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Barcelona to Zaragoza
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Zaragoza
Day 3
Zaragoza's Monasterio de Piedra and Calatayud
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Today you will discover a very attractive tourist destination, Monasterio de Piedra, founded in the 12th century by the Cistercian order. Then you will discover Calatayud; a traditional crossroad, Calatayud is an important city in southwest Aragon whose past goes back to Roman times. In its historic centre, some of the best examples of Mudejar architecture in Aragon are preserved.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Ciudad de Zaragoza★4 star
Activities
Monasterio de PiedraOptional Activity
CalatayudOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Zaragoza to Calatayud
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zaragoza
Aragon
Calatayud
Day 4
Zaragoza's Daroca and Belchite
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Daroca is the capital of the Jiloca valley and a former frontier town. Daroca offers a varied artistic and architectural heritage with a mixture of Muslim and Christian styles. The historic quarter of Daboca was designated a Property of Cultural Interest. Right beside Daboca is Belchite with its famous old town that has been in ruins since it was bombed and wiped out during our evil Civil War.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Ciudad de Zaragoza★4 star
Activities
DarocaOptional Activity
BelchiteOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Zaragoza to Belchite
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zaragoza
Daroca
Belchite
Day 5
Navarre's City of Tudela
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A city that is full of sights overlooked by the monument to the Sacred Heart, which stands on the ruins of the castle. The historic quarter still has an air of its former Arab, Jewish and Christian inhabitants. Within the city walls are numerous monuments that attest to Tudela's bountiful history, explore on foot to take a step back in time in Navarre.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Ciudad de Zaragoza★4 star
Activities
TudelaOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Zaragoza to Tudela
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zaragoza
Tudela
Day 6
Zaragoza Free Day
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Walking around Zaragoza is like taking a step into tradition and a luxury within everyone's reach. Dress comfortably and explore the streets on this day of the Spain tour package. This city is compact, ideal to wander on foot, with its boulevards, avenues and pedestrian areas are. Centred by the stunning Pilar Basilica, taking a stroll around this city will charm you with its old town flair and riverside positioning.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Ciudad de Zaragoza★4 star
Activities
Free Time in ZaragozaOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zaragoza
Day 7
Zaragoza to Barcelona
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Your last journey in your rental car will be back to Barcelona where you'll check back into your hotel in time for a walking tour of the Gothic Quarter and ancient centre of the city. Exploring on foot, you'll walk through Barcelona's greatest artists creation, including masterpieces such as the Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo and Casa Mila. Tonight, you could find a good tapas restaurant to enjoy small dishes with wine one last time.
Accommodation
BCN Urbany Hotels Gran Rosellon★4 star
Activities
Barcelona Gothic Quarter Private Walking Tour
La Sagrada FamiliaOptional Activity
Casa MilàOptional Activity
Casa BatlloOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Zaragoza to Barcelona
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zaragoza
Barcelona
Day 8
Goodbye Spain!
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Drive to Barcelona airport and drop off the car at the rental office before making your way to departure. This marks the end of your tour of Aragon. We hope to see you for another Spain tour package soon.
Activities
Free Time in BarcelonaOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Barcelona to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Included in Price
- 7 nights accommodation
- 4 activities
- 7 breakfasts
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Airport transfer
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entrance fees
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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