Highlights of Spain and Portugal

Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Check the information board in the hotel reception area for details regarding your welcome meeting with your tour guide and fellow travelers. Towards the end of the day, you will be transferred to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhood for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at a restaurant of your preference—options include Indian, Chinese, Spanish and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Overnight in Madrid

The morning will begin with breakfast followed by a comprehensive tour through the center of Madrid. You will visit Paseo del Prado, Cibeles Fountain, Fountain of Neptune, Puerta de Alcala, Plaza de Colon and Plaza Mayor. Later, pay a visit to El Retiro Park, an oasis in the city center. Here you will explore the lake and Palacio de Cristal. A visit to the famous Santiago Bernabeu Stadium (Admission included), home of Real Madrid—often regarded as the best football club in the world—is included. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure. Enjoy local Spanish food, international and Chinese cuisine. In the evening, you will be transferred to the hotel.

Overnight in Madrid

After breakfast, you will depart from Madrid early in the morning. Travel to the South across La Mancha, stopping in Puerto Lápice (a ‘manchego’ village evoking the figure of Don Quixote). You will continue to Andalusia via Despenaperros. Upon arrival in Granada, you will have time to enjoy lunch (Included). In the afternoon, enjoy the guided visit to the incredible Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife gardens accompanied by a tour guide. This place dates back centuries and was built in Arab times. In the evening you will visit the Albaicin district of Granada, a World Heritage Site, before heading towards your hotel in Granada for check-in.

Overnight in Granada

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It is essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please note that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where a visit to the Alhambra is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.

After a delicious breakfast, you will depart from Granada and travel towards the Costa del Sol. First stop will be in Malaga. Upon arrival, you will explore the historic center, with its beautiful cathedral and the famous Picasso Museum. Later, you will continue along the coastal motorway to enjoy beautiful views of the Mediterranean. There will be a stop in Puerto Banus of Marbella,  a stunning and sophisticated recreational harbor. In the afternoon, continue through the hills listening to stories of bandits before reaching Ronda, a very picturesque white town with a large gorge that divides it in two. Finally, you will arrive in Seville late in the evening. Dinner at hotel.

Overnight in Seville

After breakfast, a local expert will guide you through a scenic tour of Seville. You will explore the famous cathedral and La Giralda (bell tower), the banks of the Guadalquivir River and wander through the popular neighborhoods in Santa Cruz and Triana and the beautiful Plaza de Espana. Then you will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful panoramic boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Enjoy leisure time in the afternoon. Towards the evening you may visit the historic city center (Calle de Alfonso XII). Here there will be several types of restaurants for you to choose from where you can enjoy your dinner.

Overnight in Seville

Enjoy your breakfast before you leave Seville. You will journey amidst hills and olive trees to enter Extremadura. We will stop in Merida, admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Merida, which features a Roman Theater and Amphitheater. This stop offers a perfect prelude as you continue to explore Portugal on your journey. This site is renowned for its excellent preservation and its designation as a World Heritage Site. You will have time for lunch and a stroll through the vibrant pedestrian historic center, filled with restaurants and local charm. Then you will continue to Portugal, stopping in Evora, another World Heritage Site, known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces and cathedral, arriving in Lisbon in the evening. Check in and relax.

Overnight in Lisbon

In the morning after breakfast, start your day with a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of \"saudade\" and the beautiful Atlantic light. Then you will visit the Belem neighborhood from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail to cross the oceans in the 15th century. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to walk around and visit the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint. If you would like, you can take an optional trip to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.

Overnight in Lisbon

After breakfast, you will depart from Portugal early, crossing the picturesque region of Alentejo. Your journey will include a coffee stop in Estremoz, a charming town known for its medieval castle, cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture and relaxing atmosphere all of which reflect Portuguese authenticity. Then cross into Spain. In Caceres, you will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch and explore its historic center, renowned as one of the best-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complexes in the world. Then continue on to Madrid, arriving in the evening.

Overnight in Madrid.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You will make your own way to the international airport of Madrid to prepare for your flight home.