31 days in Spain Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Madrid is known for museums, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, stroll around Parque del Retiro, and don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Madrid road trip website.

Melbourne, Australia to Madrid is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Madrid is minus 9 hours. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Melbourne in March; daily highs in Madrid reach 17°C and lows reach 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Maspalomas.

Fondly referred to as “El Sur” by the locals, Maspalomas serves as a hub of entertainment and beach activity on Gran Canary Island.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Maspalomas: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Las Canteras Beach & Caldera de Bandama), Barranco de Mogan (in Puerto de Mogan) and Buceo Sur Gran Canaria (in Cruce de Arinaga). The adventure continues: center your mind and body at Dobrev Wellness and Massage, push the limits with an extreme tour, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and catch some excitement at Motos Tivoli Gran Canaria.

For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Maspalomas journey maker website.

Traveling by flight from Madrid to Maspalomas takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Madrid in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Maspalomas: highs are around 25°C and lows about 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Explore Granada's surroundings by going to Nerja (Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja, Nerja Donkey Sanctuary, &more). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Alhambra, contemplate the long history of Generalife, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see reviews, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Granada sightseeing site.

Getting from Maspalomas to Granada by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. Traveling from Maspalomas to Granada, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Maspalomas in March, things will get little chillier in Granada: highs are around 19°C and lows about 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Marbella.

Once a village of humble fishermen, Marbella is now one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on Spain’s world-famous Costa del Sol, boasting swanky nightclubs, classy hotels, and expensive restaurants.

Explore Marbella's surroundings by going to Mijas (Sunshine Golf & Santana Golf), Riding Fun In The Sun (in Casares) and Mijas Pueblo (Exposicion Artesania de Espana & Adventure Rider Centre). There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Eco Reserva Ojen, examine the collection at Automobile and Fashion Museum, get engrossed in the history at Alcazaba, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Marbella day trip app.

You can drive from Granada to Marbella in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Marbella when traveling from Granada in March, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to drive to Ronda.

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

Ronda is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: learn about winemaking at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo, don't miss a visit to Ronda, explore the striking landscape at El Tajo de Ronda, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor.

For where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Ronda trip builder.

Traveling by car from Marbella to Ronda takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Ronda can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Seville.

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.

Seville is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Royal Alcázar of Seville, admire the striking features of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol), awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, and admire the masterpieces at Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Seville trip itinerary site.

Drive from Ronda to Seville in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in March, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) 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 23rd (Wed): contemplate the long history of Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba and then get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

For traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Cordoba trip itinerary tool.

You can take a train from Seville to Cordoba in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Cordoba are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Benidorm.

A major seaside resort on the famous Costa Blanca, Benidorm was built compactly, thanks to the foresight of a local government administrator in the 1960s, who had a vision for a holiday destination that would grow upwards.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Balcon del Mediterraneo, stop by El Casco Antiguo de Benidorm, and then don't miss a visit to Placa del Castell. On the 25th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya, then admire the masterpieces at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Alicante (MACA), and then tour the pleasant surroundings at El Palmeral.

To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Benidorm vacation builder site.

You can fly from Cordoba to Benidorm in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. March in Benidorm sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Barcelona is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, stroll around Ciutadella Park, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, and admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso.

To see reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read our Barcelona trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Benidorm to Barcelona takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of tram and train. In March, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. On the 30th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.