Best Of Spain and Portugal

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14 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

35 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

Madrid, Spain

Ends

Madrid, Spain

Highlights

Explore Porto with its historic centre, sumptuous food, and world-class wine

Visit Fatima, a major Christian pilgrimage site dedicated to the Virgin Mary

See the Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, and Liberty Avenue in Lisbon

Admire the third largest mosque in the world, the Mosque of Cordoba

Discover the architectural beauty of Seville, the capital of Flamenco

Travel to Toledo, a UNESCO City and the City of Three Cultures

Itinerary

Set out on a grand sweep through the Iberian Peninsula with the Best of Spain and Portugal tour package, a relaxed, 14-day adventure designed for travelers eager to experience the Mediterranean’s most captivating cities and landscapes. Starting and ending in Madrid, this group journey weaves together the sophisticated boulevards of Spain’s capital, the stately bridges and port cellars of Porto, and the academic charm of Coimbra—home to one of Europe’s oldest universities and the birthplace of Fado music.

In Portugal, marvel at Gothic splendor in the Monastery of Batalha, savor coastal views in Nazaré, and stroll the grand avenues of Lisbon, exploring landmarks like Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. Returning to Spain, wander the medieval streets of Caceres, witness Seville’s architectural brilliance in the Santa Cruz quarter, and unwind on the sun-drenched beaches of the Costa Del Sol.

Highlights include Granada’s Alhambra Palace, Toledo’s multicultural heritage, and a perfect blend of Christian, Moorish, and Jewish influences. With comfortable accommodations, expertly arranged transport, and included meals, the tour’s unique selling point is its comprehensive, seamless exploration of two countries’ intertwined histories and cultures. For those seeking a panoramic journey steeped in art, architecture, and culinary delights, this trip offers an unforgettable Mediterranean mosaic.

day 1 - Madrid Arrival

Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel to check-in.

Overnight in Madrid

day 2 - Madrid

This morning after breakfast, head on a tour of Madrid. On this panoramic tour, you will discover the medieval origins of the city with its Arabic fortress at the Barrio de la Morería, famous for its historic buildings. Drive through the courtesan district of the Hapsburgs, characterized by Phillip II and its Renaissance and Baroque style buildings, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, and the Puerta de Alcalá. Admire the 19th-century work such as the Prado Museum. Then explore contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca and Parque del Oeste, as well as the commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. The afternoon will be spent at leisure to continue exploring the wonders this city has to offer.

(April'2026 - March'2027)

In the afternoon, you will depart for a guided tour of Toledo. Upon arrival, you will begin a walking exploration of its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its remarkable fusion of Arab, Jewish, and Christian cultures. From there, you will visit the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, commissioned by Queen Isabella of Castile as a royal mausoleum. Afterwards, continue to the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, a beautiful example of Mudejar architecture. Then, proceed to the Church of Santo Tomé to admire El Greco’s famed masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. The tour concludes in front of the Cathedral of Toledo, considered Spain’s most significant Gothic monument. Free time, followed by your return to Madrid, ending at Plaza de Oriente.

Overnight in Madrid

Note: Visit to Toledo will be included on Day 03 instead of Day 14 for all departures from April 2026 onward.

Optional: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Drink
Departure Time: 07:30 PM

Meeting Point: Tablao La Carmela C/ de la Victoria, 4 – Madrid

Enjoy the true art of flamenco at Tablao La Carmela. Located very close of Puerta del Sol, in the old coal cellars of the Taberna "La Carmela" (former Convent of La Victoria, demolished in 1836 after the War of Independence). Every night the best dancers (known as bailaores) come to the Tablao La Carmela, who will make you enjoy this art in each of their shows.

day 3 - Madrid – Salamanca – Porto

After breakfast, depart the hotel heading to Salamanca in Northwestern Spain, classified as a UNESCO Patrimony of Humanity. Salamanca dates to the Celtic era when ornate sandstone architecture flourished. You will have free time to explore the town and the University of Salamanca, one of the oldest universities in Spain; founded in 1134. Salamanca was given the Royal Charter of Foundation by King Alfonso IX in 1218. Later, cross the border between Spain and Portugal; reaching Porto late in the afternoon.

Overnight in Porto

day 4 - Porto

Today you will explore Porto with a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. Escorted by your guide, you will discover the best Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and Neo-classical style monuments of the city. From there, see the city from a different perspective onboard a cruise on the River Douro. Then, visit a well-known Port Cellar with wine tasting included. Don’t forget to try the Pastel de Nata: the most widely known Portuguese pastry, made with delicious custard baked inside of a thin multi-layer, flaky crust, which should be eaten with powdered cinnamon sprinkled on top.

Overnight in Porto

day 5 - Porto – Coimbra – Fatima

After breakfast, you will depart for Coimbra. This town served as Portugal’s medieval capital for more than a century and is home to the country’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It also happens to be the origin of Fado, a popular musical style from the 1820s. Enjoy some free time to explore the city. Your next stop will be Fatima, in central Portugal, where 5 million visitors come to visit one of the largest Catholic pilgrimage centers in the world each year. It is home to an impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary appeared and the Chapel of the Apparitions, the heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three shepherds, Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta. In the evenings around 10 PM during the months of April until November, there are impressive torch-lit processions which are often led by Cardinals and Bishops.

Overnight in Fatima

day 6 - Fatima – Bataha – Nazare – Alcobaca – Lisbon

Today you will depart for Batalha home to the famous monastery classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was erected in commemoration of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrota and served as the burial church of the 15th-Century Aviz dynasty of Portuguese royalty. It is considered to be one of the best examples of late Gothic architecture in Portugal. Then continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazare, known as the most popular seaside resort in the Silver Coast region of Portugal. Popular attractions include its lighthouse and funicular. Enjoy some free time before continuing to Alcobaça, another World Heritage Site. Alcobaca is known for its 12th-century monastery and a Museum of Wine. It has a collection of more than 8,500 items from across Portugal, including portable presses, barrels, historic labels, bottles, farming tools, and copper stills. After free time in the city, you will be transferred to Lisbon.

Overnight in Lisbon

day 7 - Lisbon

In the morning you will tour the ancient Olissipo driving through its main squares and avenues, the Tower of Belem, a fortified tower in Santa Maria de Belém and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Monastery of Los Jeronimos, one of the most prominent symbols of Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline styles of architecture in the city. Discover the Coach Museum, the Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square, and Liberty Avenue. Spend the afternoon at leisure — perhaps explore the Alfama Quarter with old buildings nested in the narrow twisting “Ruas” full of colorful buildings housing genuine “tabernas” where Fado can be heard.

Overnight in Lisbon

day 8 - Lisbon – Merida – Cordoba

After breakfast, this morning depart for Merida, the capital of Extremadura. An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Merida is famous for its remarkable historical heritage, particularly its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the theater, amphitheater, and Roman bridge. Enjoy free time to explore the city before continuing on to Córdoba, once the capital of the Caliphate, located in the southern region of Andalusia.

Overnight in Cordoba

day 9 - Cordoba - Seville

Cordoba is known for its beautiful Mosque-Cathedral, the greatest dual-identity monument in Spain and a powerful symbol of the two cultures that have shaped Andalusia. After the Moors captured Córdoba in 711, what had previously been a Visigoth Christian Church was split in two and used by Christians and Muslims as a place of worship. But in 784, on the orders of the Emir Abd al-Rahman, the church was destroyed and work on the great mosque began. Construction lasted for over two centuries and the building was eventually completed in 987, by which point Córdoba became the most important city in the Islamic Kingdom. This morning, you will visit the emblematic monument, before continuing your journey to Seville.

Overnight in Seville

day 10 - Seville

In the morning after breakfast, enjoy a monumental and panoramic city tour, including entrance to the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter’s in Rome. You will then continue through the charming Barrio de Santa Cruz, famous as the setting of “Carmen” and the backdrop for the legend of “Don Juan.” Afterwards, visit María Luisa Park and the impressive Plaza de España. The afternoon is free for you to discover more of this vibrant, sun-drenched city at your own pace.

Overnight in Seville

Optional: Guadalquivir Cruise
Departure Time: May to Sep from 11.00am to 10.00pm & Oct to Apr from 11.00am to 7.00pm

Meeting Point: Wharf of Marqués del contadero, closet o Torre del Oro.

Visit Seville from a unique position and enjoy privileged views from Guadalquivir River of the Triana district, the bullring, or the bridges, among others. A sailing experience along the river that offers you an idyllic view of the unique and inimitable Seville.

Feel the history of Seville from a magical perspective that not everyone can enjoy, go with the river current under the bridges and gaze at the beautiful skyline of a unique and inimitable city.

day 11 - Seville – Ronda – Costa Del Sol

After breakfast head south to the dramatic cliffside city of Ronda, considered to be the birthplace of modern bullfighting. Enjoy free time to explore this town of Celtic origin and the magnificent view of the valley and mountain range. In the afternoon you will continue to the Costa del Sol, famous for its breathtaking landscapes, fabulous beaches, delicious food, and fascinating customs and traditions.

Overnight on the Costa del Sol

day 12 - Costa Del Sol – Granada

This morning you will depart for Granada where you will visit one of the finest monuments of Islamic architecture in Spain. Granada’s most popular tourist attraction consists of a gathering of Moorish palaces and landscaped gardens. The city is well known for its medieval architecture from the Moorish occupation — particularly the beautiful Alhambra. Set against a backdrop of Sierra Nevada peaks, it was originally formed as a small fortress in 889 AD on the remains of a Roman fortification. Along with the visit to the Alhambra, you will see the magnificent Generalife Gardens. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure with time to explore this beautiful city.

Overnight in Granada

Optional: Albaicín & Sacromonte Walking Tour
Departure Time: Jun to Sep: 06:00 PM & Oct to May: 05:00 PM

Meeting Point: Plaza Isabel La Católica

On this guided tour, you will discover corners of Granada with a lot of history. Travel back in time in Albaicín, where you will experience its Moorish roots firsthand, and in Sacromonte, the neighborhood where the gypsies who fought with the Catholic Monarchs settled

day 13 - Granada - Toledo - Madrid

After breakfast, you will head north to the World Heritage City of Toledo surrounded by the Tagus River. It is here where three cultures coexist: Christian, Moorish, and Jewish. The entire town is a national monument. Enjoy a short city tour will include the most important monuments, narrow streets of this famed city. From there you will return to Madrid.

(April'2026 - March'2027)

Instead of visiting Toledo, you will travel north directly to Madrid, a scenic 04–05 hour journey that takes you past Andalucía’s rolling hills, vast stretches of olive groves, and the wide-open plains of La Mancha dotted with iconic windmills.

Overnight in Madrid

Note: Visit to Toledo will be included on Day 03 instead of Day 14 for all departures from April 2026 onward.

day 14 - Madrid -

Today after breakfast, you will be transferred back to Madrid Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport for your flight home.

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What's Included

Accommodation

13 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

Meals

Daily breakfast

Transport

Transportation in AC deluxe motorcoach

Guide

Service of Bilingual English/Spanish-speaking tour director

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Arrival and departure airport transfersSightseeing as per the itineraryGuided tours in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, Sevilla, Granada & ToledoDouro Cruise and wine tasting in PortoAlhambra & Generalife Gardens in GranadaAll local and applicable taxes

Entrance

Entrance fees and sightseeing as per the itineraryEntrance to Santo Tom and the Synagogue in Toledo (included April'2026 onwards on Day 03)Mosque entrance in CordobaCathedral entrance in Seville

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