Self-Guided Tours in Spain
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- Green Spain & Picos de Europa Self-Guided Cycling Tour
- [Self-Guided] Spain in 9 Days: Covering Barcelona, Valencia and Madrid
- Spain by Train: A Self-Guided Tour
- Down South, Self-drive
- 4 Day Madrid Tour With Car Rental
- La Rioja - The Descent of the River Ebro Self-Guided Cycling Tour
- Cantabria & Asturias Self-Guided Cycling Tour
- Cantabria - Coast of Green Spain Self-Guided Tour
- Lanzarote, Land of Volcanoes Self-Guided Cycling Tour
- Heart of Andalusia 6 Days, Self-drive
Cantabria's hidden gems await from Santillana del Mar onward. Detailed guides lead to San Vicente's fishing port, mountain-ringed Potes, and Miera Valley to Somo, with pre-arranged lodging and luggage transfers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Santillana del Mar, San Vicente de la Barquera, Potes, Fuente De, San Roque de Riomiera, Lierganes, Somo, Santander, Santona Age Range 10 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese Operator IberoCycle Tours From
- NZ$1,746
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Navigate Spain confidently with detailed instructions and pre-arranged tickets. Explore Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, Valencia's Oceanogràfic, and Madrid's Royal Palace independently. Stay at selected 3-star hotels like Bcn Urbaness Gran Rosellon, with WhatsApp support available.
Duration 9 days Destinations Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $3,299
12% Off- NZ$2,903You save $396
Duration 20 days Destinations Madrid, Malaga, Barcelona, San Sebastian, Santiago de Compostela, Segovia Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator CAMINO DE SANTIAGO RESERVAS From
12% Off- NZ$5,374
Down South, Self-drive
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved our self drive tour in Andalusia.”
Susan, traveled in January
Spain's UNESCO treasures open up with detailed maps and carefully selected 4-star hotels. Seville's Alcazar and Cordoba's Mezquita welcome visitors at their own rhythm, earning 4.7/5 from 50+ reviews.
Duration 8 days Destinations Seville, Jerez, Ronda, Granada, Cordoba Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,175
15% Off- NZ$999You save $176
Create your Spanish adventure with a rental car and 3 nights at Hotel Puerta de Toledo, Madrid. Freedom to explore Retiro Park, Prado Museum, and trendy neighborhoods like Malasaña at your own pace. Includes breakfast and airport transfers.
Duration 4 days Destinations Madrid Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,457
5% Off- NZ$1,384You save $73
Detailed routes guide you from Reinosa through the Ebro Canyon and medieval villages to Laguardia's vineyards. Rock churches in Valderredible and wine-tasting in Haro await. GPS tracks and 7 nights accommodation included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Reinosa, Polientes, Medina de Pomar, Frias, Haro, Laguardia Age Range 15 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French Operator IberoCycle Tours From
5% Off- NZ$2,188
A route from Santillana del Mar winds through Asturias' fishing villages and Cantabrian valleys. Gaudi's El Capricho, Gulpiyuri beach, and Cares Gorge await your discovery. Eight nights' accommodation and luggage transfers included, with optional thermal spa access in Puente Viesgo.
Duration 9 days Destinations Santillana del Mar, Comillas, San Vicente de la Barquera, Pechón, Llanes, Las Arenas, Bulnes, Puentenansa, Renedo de Cabuerniga, Puente Viesgo Age Range 14 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese Operator IberoCycle Tours From
5% Off- NZ$1,900
Green Spain opens up before you at approx. $130 per day. Altamira Caves, hidden beaches like Gulpiyuri, and mountain villages such as Carmona beckon. GPS tracks and IberoCycle's on-call support service included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Santillana del Mar, San Vicente de la Barquera, Llanes, Ribadesella, San Roque de Riomiera, Lierganes, Somo, Santona, Santander Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese Operator IberoCycle Tours From
5% Off- NZ$1,746
Lanzarote, Land of Volcanoes Self-Guided Cycling Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent flexibility and high quality accommodation. The cycling is also amazing with suggestions for routes on days off.”
Lucy, traveled in December
Lanzarote's wonders unfold with comprehensive route guides and GPS tracks. The path leads from Costa Teguise to Playa Blanca, featuring El Jardín de Cactus and Timanfaya National Park. 24/7 IberoCycle support and luggage transfers included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Arrecife, Costa Teguise, Arrieta, Orzola, Haría, Teguise, San Bartolomé, Tinajo, Timanfaya National Park, El GolfoSee all destinations Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French Operator IberoCycle Tours From
5% Off- NZ$2,197
Heart of Andalusia 6 Days, Self-drive
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The locations on our trip were amazing! The car and hotels were great!”
Sergio, traveled in February
Your Spanish route from Malaga to Seville showcases the Court of Lions and Giralda belfry. Comfortable Seat Ibiza rental and stays at premium hotels like Macia Alfaros included. Sherry bodegas in Jerez welcome visitors at their leisure.
Duration 6 days Destinations Malaga, Granada, Cordoba, Seville Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $905
15% Off- NZ$769You save $136
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What people love about Self-Guided Tours in Spain
- Down South, Self-drive
Excellent tour. Some confusion at the airport. Our representative from the Car Rental Compant was not at the airport when we had arrived. Wasted a lot of time trying to find where the Okay Car Rental station was. Eventually found the shuttle bus that took us to the car rental place. Also, we were dissapointed that we had to pay for parking at 2 hotels. It was not mentioned in the itinierary that this was not included. Otherwise excellent trip :)
- Must of Andalusia, Self-drive
The tour covers the "Andalusian Trinity" of Seville, Cordoba, and Granada. Accommodations in Seville were lovely, but about 5 k outside town, too far to walk. There was a bus that went to Plaza de Espana. The accommodations in Granada were also far from the center and a bit past their prime but right on the tram and bus lines. The car was brand new and comfortable. The hotel in Seville was luxe. The one in Grenada had seen better days.Cordoba was a nightmare as our visit coincided with the Fiesta de Flores and the streets and parking lots were mobbed. The highlight was the Alhambra in Grandada (not included, book in advance). I did not see any "value added" for booking through tourradar. The next time, I will just reserve the rooms and rent a car myself.
- Basque Country to Asturias Self-Guided Cycling Tour
it was a wonderful journey. A beautiful route with breathtaking viewpoints. Excellent hotels and good guidance and support from Iberia Tours. Highly recommended!
What our customers ask about Self-Guided Tours in Spain
What level of accommodation can I expect on self-guided tours in Spain?
Self-guided tours in Spain provide accommodations in 3-4 star hotels that reflect local character and style. The hotels blend comfort with regional charm. In Mallorca travelers stay at properties like THB Maria Isabel in Can Pastilla and THB Gran Bahia in Can Picafort. The Andalusia route features stays at Hotel Candido in Segovia and Sercotel Artheus Carmelita in Salamanca. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Excellent accommodations and food for the price. Some of the nights were in a standard hotel while some were Bed and Breakfast accommodations."
What's the best time of year to take a self-guided tour in Spain?
Each region of Spain has its prime travel season. Andalusia works best in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) with comfortable 70°F temperatures for exploring Seville and Granada. The northern regions of Cantabria and Asturias see their best conditions from June to September with less rain and 75°F averages. A TourRadar traveler shares about their October Andalusia trip: "The locations were amazing! Wish we would have had more time at each stop. The weather was perfect for exploring Granada and Seville."
What types of landscapes and terrain can I expect on Spain's self-guided tours?
Spain presents a range of terrain from coastal paths to mountain trails. The Catalonian routes take walkers through medieval villages like Peratallada and along rocky Mediterranean shores. Mallorca's landscape features the Tramuntana mountains reaching 1370m with paths winding through olive groves and pine forests. A TourRadar traveler notes about Catalonia: "The walking paths offered stunning views of both the Mediterranean and the mountains with plenty of charming villages to explore along the way."
What type of transportation is provided for self-guided tours in Spain and how does it work?
The tours typically provide a rental car such as a Seat Ibiza with automatic transmission options. Rentals come with unlimited mileage roadside assistance and comprehensive insurance. For the Heart of Andalusia tour travelers pick up their car at Malaga Airport then drive freely between sites like the Alhambra Palace and Seville's historic center. A TourRadar traveler reports: "The organization was great from the beginning we had no problems picking up and returning the rental car."
How flexible are the itineraries on Spain self-guided tours?
The tours balance structure with personal freedom. On the Down South Andalusia tour travelers can linger at sites like Seville's Royal Alcazar or adjust timing to avoid crowds at Granada's Alhambra. While pre-booked hotels provide fixed overnight points the daily schedule remains adaptable. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Loved the self-drive tour gave us the ability to stay on our own schedule. Locations were great with lots to explore in each town as well as along the drive."
What meals are typically included in Spanish self-guided tours?
The tours include daily breakfast with select dinners at certain stops. The Catalan Classic Walk provides all breakfasts and occasional dinners letting travelers explore local dining options. In the Tramuntana mountains some included meals happen at mountain refuges serving traditional Mallorcan dishes. As one TourRadar reviewer states: "The included breakfasts were substantial and perfect for fueling our daily walks while having dinner flexibility let us explore local restaurants."