lincasanova

I see many posters hoping to come to Valencia only to be discouraged that it is not worth it or too difficult to fit into a schedule.

in the case that you DO have the time to do so, here is a simple ay to fit it into the typical Madrid/Barcelona/Sevilla itinerary.

Madrid-Barcelona by train.
Barcelona -Valencia by train
Fly to Sevilla.

Needless to say, this a very easily navigable city with one of the largest if not the largest historic sections of town, as well as some innovative architecture that has become the icon of the city.

If you are anywhere near here from March 14-19th you will be in for some very special festivities.
www.fallas.com

Madrid-Barcelona ( train)

Barcelona- Valencia (train)

Fly to Sevilla

danon

thanks lin
I have been thinking about visiting Valencia for some time.
The 3 hours by train from Barcelona was my " problem', but I will make it in the fall. I promise.

mobilemc

Valencia is a wonderful city. I'm not sure why it's off the tourist path, but certainly worth two days. Here is the track we followed three years ago ...

Barcelona to Valencia by train

Picked up rental car at train station and drove (with stops) to Granada

Returned the rental car in Granada and toured the city

Granada to Seville by train - toured Seville

Seville to Madrid by train with day stop in Cordoba

This was an easy itinerary to plan.

cruiseluv

Thanks Lin. I do hope to get myself back to Valencia. You may remember I was there a few years ago just for a few hours as a cruise stop. Loved the old town and the market there!!

CathyM

I think the "issue" is that so many people have just 14 days or so for their trips and definately on their "list" is Barcelona, Madrid and Andalucia (the big 3 - Sevilla, Granada and Cordoba). Unfortunately this is barely even enough tine for these 3 regions (and I personally wouldn't even want to go this quickly).

Looking forward to my first visit to Valencia in March for 5 days during Las Fallas!

lincasanova

CathyM.. I certainly hope we can organize a GTG while you are here, Would love to show you my favorite places!

Mobilemc's itinerary is perfect for those who are not against driving.

CathyM

lincasanova - I will definately take you up on your offer to meet you. I didn't forget I'm really looking forward to discovering Valencia and also Las Fallas!

lincasanova

Do you know where you are staying yet?

CathyM

Yes, the Husa Dimar. I went ahead and decided to pay more and not have to change hotels in Valencia.

lincasanova

Good location for Fallas. You have some great buñuelos around the corner!!!