Activity Holidays in Spain

They say that travelling to Spain is like the welcoming embrace of an old friend, which makes it the perfect destination to start travelling on your own terms, by setting out on the solo adventure of a lifetime.

Whether it’s your dream to master the truly authentic paella, to simply spend a week in a beautiful setting and detox and rewind, with fascinating culture and vibrant city centres on your doorstep, to learn flamenco dance or to strike out into the Spanish mountains, on solo holidays with Not In The Guidebooks, you’ll find like-minded travellers who make the ideal companions for new experiences in a foreign country.

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  • 4 Night Interior Design Break

    4 Nights Spain

    Enjoy this exciting and creative 4 night break in the beautiful, whitewashed village of Mijas Pueblo in Andalucia. Learn..

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  • Horse Riding Holiday in Sierra Nevada Mountains

    6 nights Spain

    Book for 2023 prices until the end of January 24. Spend 6 nights in the spa town of Lanjaron near Granada and discover t..

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    £1507 pp*
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  • Kitesurfing Holiday in Fuerteventura

    7 Nights Spain

    Go kitesurfing in Fuerteventura where you'll spend 7 nights in a private room just 5 minutes from stunning beaches; enj..

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    £750 pp
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  • Windsurfing Holiday in Fuerteventura

    7 Nights Spain

    Go windsurfing in Fuerteventura where you'll spend 7 nights in a fantastic hostel ideal for solo travellers or those on ..

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    £637 pp
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  • Spanish & Kitesurf Holiday in Fuerteventura

    7 Nights Spain

    Go learn how to kitesurf in the morning and learn to speak Spanish in the afternoon on this popular 7 night course for a..

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    £710 pp
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  • Spanish & SUP Holiday in Fuerteventura

    7 Nights Spain

    Try the fastest growing sport in the world, SUP, in the morning and learn to speak Spanish in the afternoon on this popu..

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  • Best Places to Visit

    Tenerife

    More than a sun-tan destination, Tenerife is an island of diversity, adventure & dramatic landscapes

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    Tenerife

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    San Sebastián

    With a stunning bayfront and beach promenade, San Sebastian also offers gastronomic delights.

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    San Sebastián

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    Mallorca

    Escape the crowds & discover hidden coves, golden beaches and traditional towns for a taste of local

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    Mallorca

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    Seville

    There are few places as alluring as Seville - think buzzing plazas, delicious tapas & fiery flamenco

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    Seville

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    Barcelona

    From the world-renowned architectural delights to culinary treasures, Barcelona oozes class and styl

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    Barcelona

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    Madrid

    Spain’s capital serves up decadent arts, refined foodie scenes and cutting edge culture in abundan

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    Valencia

    A gem that can’t be ignored, Valencia, home of paella, combines science, arts & golden beaches.

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    Valencia

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    Costa Blanca

    Away from resorts, this Costa is a natural playground of beaches, mountains & valleys to be explored

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    Costa Blanca

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    Fuerteventura

    Year-round sunshine and consistent winds make Fuerteventura a paradise for watersports enthusiasts.

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    Fuerteventura

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    Andalucía

    Rolling hills, olive groves & stunning Moorish architecture are the backdrop of this historic region

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    Andalucía

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    Menorca

    Recognised by UNESCO as a natural biosphere reserve, its natural wonders are yours to discover.

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    Menorca

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    Spanish Pyrenees

    Incredible hiking trails for warmer months & skiing in the winter, the Pyrenees are a great option a

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    Spanish Pyrenees

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    Extremadura

    One of Spain’s most untouched regions, its remote landscape offers amazing natural vistas.

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    Extremadura

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    Ibiza

    Dig beneath Ibiza’s surface and you'll find stunning scenery, fascinating culture and exquisite cu

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    Ibiza

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    Lanzarote

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    Lanzarote

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    Granada

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    Our Destinations In Spain

    Singles activity holidays in sunny Spain

    At Not In The Guidebooks, we believe that travel should get you under the skin of a country, a culture, and its people. That why our solo adventures in Spain are based around getting you in touch with those who know Spain best – the locals.

    With other, like-minded travellers, you can learn flamenco on the streets of Seville, cook paella in Andalucia, or learn the language of the Spanish so that you can connect with the culture on a much deeper level.

    You’ll travel slower, savouring the perfect pace of life the locals enjoy and really getting to know a region, a city or even a corner of the countryside, so that you leave feeling as though you have an intimate, locals’ knowledge and love of this new corner of Spain.

    Why choose a singles holiday in Spain?

    With singles holidays and solo adventures, there’s no need to pander to anyone else’s needs or itineraries, you can plan your entire holiday around you.

    You can select your dream location, whether that’s Granada, Barcelona, Madrid or San Sebastian, your ideal activity, whether it’s cooking, horse riding, hiking, surfing or dancing, and combine all of this with a friendly local host and a group of equally open, curious travellers to share the experience with.

    By the end of it all, you’ll leave having done what you love, in a new destination, with memories that will last a lifetime.

    Who are our singles holiday guests?

    Our solo travellers can’t be defined – they’re people in their 20’s all the way to their 80’s, and hail from countries all over the world. Some have always travelled solo, others are experiencing their freedom for the first time.

    All that’s required is a passion for travel and an inquisitive mind. Thousands of people have already discovered that our eclectic mix of singles holidays are as diverse as the people who go on them. Whether you’re looking for a singles holiday in your 20sin your 30s, or even in your 50s, come and join them.

    Do I have to pay a single supplement?

    You should never be penalised for travelling solo, so none of our solo activity holidays have single supplements.

    Sometimes that means sharing a room with another traveller and sometimes it means a private room and ensuite all to yourself – like everything else about our solos holidays, you can find the style that suits you, your needs and your budget.

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