Self-Guided Tours in Spain
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- Green Spain & Picos de Europa Self-Guided Cycling Tour
- Down South, Self-drive
- Independent Barcelona & Madrid City Stay
- Majorca Hike: Sierras & Monasteries
- Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema by Bike
- Andalusia Trip Moorish Past
- Spain in a week (Covering Barcelona and Madrid)
- 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
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$1,741
Down South, Self-drive
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was perfectly organized, good car, great hotels, amazing country and services!”
Ira, traveled in June
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 $1,171
10% Off- NZ$1,054You save $117
Madrid and Barcelona's iconic sites await with GlobusGO app support. The Sagrada Familia and Prado Museum welcome visitors at their leisure. Superior hotels, breakfasts, and train tickets included, with local hosts available in both cities.
Duration 7 days Destinations Barcelona, Toledo, Museo del Prado, Madrid Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Globus From
10% Off- NZ$2,369
The trails of Majorca unfold before you with detailed routes from Biniaraix to Mirador d'Ofre. Take in Soller's botanical gardens and walk the historic Archduke's trail. Authentic accommodations and local transportation guidance included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lluc, Cala Tuent, Port de Soller, Biniaraix, Valldemossa Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator UTracks From
10% Off- NZ$2,390
Ride through Spain's Sierra de Grazalema with detailed digital guides and GPS tracks. The routes cover 26-49km daily through pueblos blancos like Setenil and Zahara, featuring 450-800m ascents. Quality bike rental and stays in carefully selected 2-3 star hotels included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Ronda, Setenil de las Bodegas, Olvera, Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema, Benaocaz, Ubrique, Jimera de Líbar, Benaojan Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator UTracks From
10% Off- NZ$2,050
Roll through Andalusia's diverse landscapes from Málaga's coast to Granada's snowy peaks. Wander Córdoba's Jewish Quarter and Seville's Plaza España at your own pace with included audio guides and pre-booked entrance tickets.
Duration 10 days Destinations Malaga, Granada, Ubeda, Jaen, Cordoba, Seville, Ronda Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Abanico Individuell Reisen From
10% Off- NZ$1,626
Self-guided Spanish adventure with detailed guides and 24/7 support. The Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, Montserrat monastery, and Madrid's Royal Palace await your visit. Package includes skip-the-line tickets and centrally located 3-star hotels rated 8.0+.
Duration 7 days Destinations Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $2,567
15% Off- NZ$2,182You save $385
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
15% Off- NZ$2,181
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
15% Off- NZ$1,894
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
15% Off- NZ$1,741
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 :)
- 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!
Excellent accommodations and food for the price. Some of the nights were in a standard hotel, while some were Bed and Breakfast accommodations. All of the food was delicious, although some places were above and beyond. Luggage was always transported without a problem. Our contact, Rodrigo was very responsive and helpful. Overall, I would recommend this tour!
"Camino de Santiago" (Way of St James): French Way from Sarria -100 km
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."