Tag: Madrid

Imagine a sandy beach with blue umbrellas, the sun slowly setting on the horizon, spreading its warm orange glow, you lying on a hammock, feeling the gentle warmth of the breeze. This in my heart is what it feels like to be in Spain. The land of afternoon siestas, limited store hours, and a happy laid back life. Come here for some soul music, to find your lost taste in art, or just for lessons on taking life a little easy. A four-five days backpacking tour is ideal to experience the joy that Spain is. However, before we get into the finer details, let’s spend some time figuring out the logistics with the money saving tips: Major costs Flights and Transportation: The flight from India to Spain is one of the major expenses. If you are flying from New Delhi to Barcelona or Madrid, it costs approximately Rs. 50,000 per person for a round trip. When travelling locally in Spain, rates across different cities vary. On an average, city metro and bus lines cost Rs. 75- Rs. 200. High speed trains are on the expensive side with tickets costing Rs. 3000- Rs. 11,000.  Slower regional trains cost between Rs. 1100- Rs. 3500 per trip. Overnight buses are the cheapest option for inter-city travel and cost around Rs. 1300- Rs. 1500. Money Saving Tip: While travelling by trains is faster, take the bus if you do have some extra time on your hands. Overnight buses will help you save like none other. Accommodation: Staying in Spain is cheaper than other European countries. Dorm rooms cost around Rs. 1500- Rs. 2300 for a night, whereas private hostel rooms on double sharing start around Rs. 3000. Mid-range hotels can cost around Rs. 5000- Rs. 10,000 per night depending on the location and season.