If you’re seeking the grandest sweep of Southern Europe and North Africa, "The Big Tour of Spain, Morocco and Portugal (without Alhambra)" is your ticket to adventure. This 23-day guided city sightseeing expedition starts and ends in Barcelona, covering key destinations from Madrid to Rabat and beyond. Designed for seniors, the easy-paced itinerary includes comfortable accommodations, tasty local meals, and seamless transport.
The standout feature? Its breadth—offering a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the diverse cultures, histories, and landscapes of three fascinating countries in one all-encompassing tour package.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Barcelona, Erfoud, Fez, Tangier
Barcelona, Erfoud, Fez, Tangier, Seville, Lisbon, Porto, Santiago De Compostela, Oviedo, Santander, Zaragoza, Madrid, Granada, Rabat, Marrakech, Boumalne Dades
As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine, and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
CruiseRiver cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin, Hotel
Age Range
2-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Porto, Douro Valley, Pinhao, Veg
Porto, Douro Valley, Pinhao, Vega De Terron, Barca De Alva, Regua, Guimaraes
With 10 days under the Iberian sun, this trip will guide you through the rich and unique culture of both Spain & Portugal. Explore Cascais on a street art tour, visit the Great Mosque of Córdoba, and enjoy a night in a 15th century monastery whilst there. Plus, explore the UNESCO-listed sites of Porto & Sintra, tick off a Game of Thrones filming location in Seville, and dine on traditional Spanish & Portuguese dishes in the ultimate treat for the senses.
Over nineteen fascinating days you will discover the cultural riches of the Iberian Peninsula. Begin with a memorable drive along the mountainous north of Spain, through beautiful cities like San Sebastian or Santander. Then when you reach Galicia, turn south into Portugal, where you’ll explore its most enchanting cities. Visit the first Portuguese Gothic-style church in Alcobaca, admire the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitoria, attend the candle-lit procession at the Marian Shrine in Fatima, and enjoy a memorable stopover in Oporto, an acclaimed UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. After Portugal, turn east to explore Andalusia’s historical riches, from Phoenician times through its Roman, Muslim, Jewish and Christian periods. Visit spellbinding World Heritage Sites such as the Alcazar and Cathedral in Seville, the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Alhambra in Granada. Then continue up the Mediterranean coast through Valencia and Barcelona.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Madrid, San Sebastián de La Gome
Madrid, San Sebastián de La Gomera, San Sebastian, Fátima, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Porto
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The itinerary was perfectly curated, allowing us to see so much in just 10 days without feeling rushed. I particularly enjoyed the blend of city tours and beautiful coastal views. The guides were exceptional, and their passion for their countries was evident. This tour is a wonderful way to discover the rich heritage and stunning beauty of Spain and Portugal.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Seville, Madrid, Barcelo
Lisbon, Seville, Madrid, Barcelona, Granada, Valencia, Ronda, Fátima, Sevilla, Cordoba, Costa del Sol
As a senior I found the two longer mileage days a bit of a challenge but overall it was a great walking holiday. The hotels and the food were excellent. I especially enjoyed the boat trip, as well as walking the final three days to Santiago, like real pilgrims. The medieval border town of Tui was fascinating. I loved the stone and water route on Day 6. Sadly we had to walk the last 5 miles to Santiago in the rain, which was disappointing. The scenery was varied along the way although I found some sections alongside the road tedious.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Villa
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Santiago De Compostela, V
Porto, Santiago De Compostela, Viana De Castello, Valenca, Galicia, O Grove, Vilanueva De Arousa, Pontecesures
They did everything they promised, but it is what they did above & beyond that stands them apart. We were caught in the fires in Portugal & they arranged transport to get us out of danger, changed hotel bookings to accommodate the new circumstances & made us feel very safe. We were more than impressed with the level of communication & service. I won't be looking anywhere else when I book my next trip.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela, Coimbra, Mealhada, Agueda, Oliveira De Azemeis, Malaposta, Porto, Arcos, Vila Franca De Xira, Barcelos, Balugaes, Ponte De Lima, Pecene, Tui, Arcade, Pontevedra, Caldas De Reis, Azambuja, Padrón, Golega, Tomar, Alvaiazere, Alvorge, Condeixa A Nova
Bikes pick up was excellent. Biclas and Triclas made sure we had bikes that fitted us and all necessary equipment was provided. Did not have any issues with them.
Routes provided were spot on with no issues with navigation. Bear in mind that some parts of the route could not be traversed by bikes so some self made detours are required or bike pushing done. This added to the experience.
Luggage transportation was flawless with only a minor delay in one leg due to us being too quick.
Accommodations were very good with hot showers and comfortable beds. Only one hotel did not have adequate air conditioning but it was in an isolated country area and staff were fantastic in trying their best to make it better.
Breakfasts could have started a little earlier for Camiño travelers as we tried to beat the hottest part of the day.
Dinners were good and we never went to sleep hungry.
Overall an excellent experience.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Santiago De Compostela, A
Porto, Santiago De Compostela, Arcos De Valdevez, Ponte De Lima, Tui, Pontevedra, Padrón
Discover the amazing, world-famous wine-making region in the Douro Valley with our carefully crafted Douro Wine Region hike tour. Hike up and down the terraced vineyards that were built from the schistose rocks from the river up to the hill tops and delight in the rich regional cuisine tasting the world-famous Port and Douro wines from the region.
This self-guided hike tour begins in Sabrosa, birthplace of Ferdinand Magellan and one of the most emblematic towns in the region. Walk along trails through scenic environments, discovering gems such as the noble wine-making village of Provesende and Lalim—a stopping place on the Cistercian monk’s wine route. You will also visit Pinhão, a town in the heart of Douro where the majority of the finest Port and Douro wine estates are located.
Enjoy a serene boat ride on a rabelo, used for shipping young wines downriver to the warehouses in Vila Nova de Gaia, across from Porto. While the monumental city of Lamego invites you to discover local sparkling wine, the typical villages among the terraced vineyards above the Douro River offer breathtaking landscapes that will leave you in awe.
Please see our itinerary for more details.
Wine tasting toursFood tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Porto, Peso Da Régua, Douro Vall
Porto, Peso Da Régua, Douro Valley, Sabrosa, Oliveira De Azemeis, Camino De Santiago
Today you will explore the coast between Albufeira Marina and Carvoeiro beach on a boat that offers you the chance to relax and maybe even see a wild dolphins!
We begin with a relaxing ride through the caves and rock formations that make this landscape so unique. You'll have a chance to jump off the boat for a refreshing ocean swim before we head out to sea in our search for the dolphins who call these waters home.
Your boat is the perfect vessel for dolphin exploration, and these playful and fun animals are truly a sight to behold! Your expert guide will share with you interesting facts and history on this memorable trip.
Begin your tour in the vibrant Spanish capital of Madrid. You'll then venture to the UNESCO city of Salamanca before crossing into Portugal, where you'll be captivated by the picturesque coastal city of Porto. Next, journey to Coimbra to explore one of Europe's oldest universities, and make a stop in Fatima, a renowned pilgrimage sanctuary, before arriving in the enchanting Portuguese capital, Lisbon. The journey continues to Caceres, another UNESCO-designated gem, and takes you through the heart of Andalusia, where you'll encounter three dazzling treasures of Seville, Cordoba, and Granada
Discover the best perspective of Lisbon and surroundings on board of a luxurious and comfortable sailing yacht. From Belém Tower to Terreiro do Paço or Alfama, passing by the Cristo Rei, enjoy the city sightseeing from a unique point of view while sailing the calm water of the Tagus river.
We are located near Belém Tower, one of the most beautiful places in Lisbon and in a marina with easy and quick access – Doca do Bom Sucesso.
Our sailing yachts are some of the best available in Lisbon and subject to annual inspection.
You will find enthusiastic and experienced skippers, happy to share their knowledge about Lisbon and their passion for sailing. They will have your well being and safety as first concern.
* SUNSET DEPARTURE TIMES 2019
- NOVEMBRO / NOVEMBER
1 to 30 Nov = 15:30 / 3:30PM
- DEZEMBRO / DECEMBER
1 to 31 Dec = 15:30 / 3:30PM
* SUNSET DEPARTURE TIMES 2020
- JANEIRO / JANUARY
1 to 15 = 15:30 / 3:30PM
16 to 31 = 16:00 / 4:00PM
- FEVEREIRO / FEBRUARY
1 to 15 = 16:00 / 4:00PM
16 to 29 = 16:30 / 4:30PM
- MARÇO / MARCH
1 to 15 = 16:30 / 4:30PM
16 to 28 = 17:00 / 5:00PM
29 to 31 = 18:00 / 6:00PM
- ABRIL / APRIL
1 to 15 = 18:00 / 6:00PM
16 to 30 = 18:30 / 6:30PM
- MAIO / MAY
1 to 15 = 18:30 / 6:30PM
16 to 31 = 19:00 / 7:00PM
- JUNHO / JUNE
1 to 30 = 19:00 / 7:00PM
- JULHO / JULY
1 to 31 = 19:00 / 7:00PM
- AGOSTO / AUGUST
1 to 31 = 18:30 / 6:30PM
- SETEMBRO / SEPTEMBER
1 to 15 = 18:00 / 6:00PM
16 to 30 = 17:30 / 5:30PM
- OUTUBRO / OCTOBER
1 to 24 = 17:00 / 5:00PM
25 to 31 = 16:00 / 4:00PM
- NOVEMBRO / NOVEMBER
1 to 30 = 15:30 / 3:30PM
- DEZEMBRO / DECEMBER
1 to 31 = 15:30 / 3:30PM