A Grand Spanish Triangle

Multi-city Trip for 2 Adults: Gran Canaria, Barcelona & Madrid

Travelers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary & Services Included

1. Flight to Gran Canaria (Spain)

• Transportation from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai) to Gran Canaria (Island), Spain
• Assistance with check-in and standard luggage allowance (subject to airline conditions)

2. Stay in Gran Canaria

• 2 nights at Hotel Rural Las Calas, Gran Canaria (Island), Spain
• Room type: Double room for 2 adults (breakfast optional depending on selected board)
• Ideal for: Nature, quiet rural atmosphere, hiking and exploring the interior of the island

3. Flight from Gran Canaria to Barcelona

• Transportation from Gran Canaria to Barcelona – El Prat Airport
• Economy class flight with standard hand luggage (checked baggage available on request)

4. Stay in Barcelona

• 3 nights at Axel TWO Barcelona – Adults Only, Barcelona, Spain
• Room type: Double room for 2 adults
• Adults-only hotel, perfect for couples, nightlife and city exploration

5. Train from Barcelona to Madrid

• Transportation from Barcelona Sants Railway Station to Madrid Atocha Railway Station
• High-speed train (AVE or similar), reserved seats in tourist or comfort class
• Beautiful scenic route and comfortable onboard services

6. Stay in Madrid

• 2 nights at Hotel Santos Praga, Madrid, Spain
• Room type: Double room for 2 adults
• Convenient base to explore central Madrid, museums and historical neighborhoods

Overview

• Total duration: 7 nights
• Destinations: Gran Canaria (Island) → Barcelona → Madrid
• Included services: 3 transports (2 flights + 1 train) and 3 hotel stays (Gran Canaria, Barcelona, Madrid)

For this trip, I recommend a combination of practical guides and inspirational reading. For Gran Canaria, look for “Lonely Planet Pocket Gran Canaria” or “DK Eyewitness Top 10 Canary Islands” for clear maps, driving routes and short hikes around the island’s interior. For Barcelona, “Lonely Planet Barcelona” and “Rick Steves Barcelona” are excellent for walking routes through the Gothic Quarter, Sagrada Família and local food recommendations, especially useful for adults looking for culture and nightlife. In Madrid, “DK Eyewitness Madrid” and “Rick Steves Spain” give you detailed museum guidance (Prado, Reina Sofía, Thyssen) and neighborhood walks (La Latina, Malasaña). As broader background reading, “Ghosts of Spain” by Giles Tremlett gives a modern, insightful overview of Spanish history and society; “Barcelona” by Robert Hughes explores the city’s art and architecture in depth; and “The Sun Also Rises” by Ernest Hemingway can accompany you as a classic literary snapshot of Spain. These guides and books together will help you understand local culture, history, and everyday life in each of your destinations.