Short breaks in Spain & its islands

Short breaks in Spain

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Find a short break in Spain to suit you

• self-guided walking breaks in Spain, including festive breaks
• self-guided cycling breaks in Spain
 

Whether you love walking or cycling, we have a short break in Spain for you. We even offer New Year breaks in Spain in the warmth of Tenerife, Mallorca, Andalucia and Alicante, a chance to see in the Año Nuevo Spanish-style – and enjoy some wonderful walking. We offer dedicated short walking breaks in Spain’s little-known Castile region, as well as in Asturias, Catalonia, Alicante, Andalucia, Menorca and Mallorca. If you are looking for a short cycling break in Spain, you have the choice of Mallorca or Catalonia, both perfect regions for leisurely discovery on two wheels.

Whichever region and activity you choose for your short break in Spain, you will encounter glorious scenery and warm hospitality, making for a fulfilling few days away.

All our short breaks in Spain are meticulously researched, and on our walking and cycling breaks you explore entirely at your own pace guided by our detailed route notes. To be sure of choosing the short break in Spain that is right for you, find out how our short walking breaks and short cycling breaks are graded.


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Catalan Coast
Short break in Spain
Past stone villages to golden sands
Cycle through a string of charming medieval villages of golden stone to reach the coastline at the picturesque bay of Llafranc.
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28 Mar-30 Jun & 25 Aug-31 Oct 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Easy pedalling
  • Grade: 1
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  • From £615pp
 
Hidden Valleys of the Garrotxa
Short break in Spain
Wooded volcanoes & historic Girona
Cycle through the remarkable volcanic landscapes of the little-known Garrotxa on your way to Girona, another of Catalonia's well-kept secrets.
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14 April-31 July & 25 August-31 October 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Easy pedalling
  • Grade: 1
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  • From £565pp
 
Unspoiled Central Mallorca
Short break in Spain
The quiet face of Mallorca
Friendly hotels provide welcoming pools and excellent local cuisine on this break which explores Mallorca's unspoiled beaches and timeless plain.
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3 Mar-24 Jun & 1 Sep-3 Nov 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Easy pedalling
  • Grade: 1
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  • From £625pp
 
A Taste of the Catalan Coast
Short break in Spain
Catalonia's quiet coast
Enjoy scenic coastal paths, delicious local seafood and warm hospitality on a gentle meander along northern Catalonia's beguiling coastline.
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17 Mar-30 Jun & 1 Sep-3 Nov 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Grade: 1
  • Hotel-to-hotel walking
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  • From £465pp
 
Ancient Trails of Castile
Short break in Spain
Castile's walled villages and drovers' trails
Drovers' trails meander through Castile's little-known landscapes of woodland and wide-open pastures, linking unspoiled walled villages.
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1 April-30 June & 1 September-31 October 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Grade: 1
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  • From £625pp
 
A Taste of the Mediterranean
Short break in Spain
Menorca's picturesque coast & tranquil interior
Quiet paths lead through rolling hills, meadows and woodland towards a coastline of sandy bays, cliffs and pretty villages.
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31 Mar-30 Jun & 1 Sep-31 Oct 2012
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  • 3 nights
  • Grade: 1-2
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  • From £275pp
 
The Aracena Sierra
Short break in Spain
Andalucia – chestnut woods & hidden valleys
Walk and explore in Andalucia’s secret sierra, a gastronome’s paradise, with inviting paths and numerous architectural gems.
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8 January-10 November 2012
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  • 3 nights
  • Grade: 1-2
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  • From £185pp
 
Dramatic Landscapes of Almería
Short break in Spain
Where Andalucia’s desert meets the sea
There is plenty of time to relax by the sea as you walk across cliff tops, sandy coves and red hills in landscapes reminiscent of North Africa.
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6 Jan-31 May & 15 Sep-31 Oct 2012
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  • 4 nights
  • Grade: 1-2
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  • From £410pp
 
Gastronomic Garrotxa
Short break in Spain
Secret Catalonia's ancient volcanoes & villages
Exploring amid the volcanoes, you will come across Romanesque chapels and other treasures, but the best discovery of all is the cuisine.
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1 April-31 October 2012
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  • 3 nights
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  • From £385pp
 
New Year Break - Atmospheric Aracena
Short break in Spain
Aracena, southern Spain's secret sierra
With its rich gastronomy, the Aracena Sierra promises an indulgent New Year, with the option of scenic walks through the wooded hills.
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December
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    Festive breaks
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  • From £395pp
 
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