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Highlights
Madrid - Explore medieval quarters, Bourbon-era boulevards and major landmarks including the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Gran Vía on a panoramic city tour
San Sebastian - Discover elegant seaside scenery around La Concha Bay and panoramic city views from Mount Igueldo
Bilbao - Admire the bold exterior of the Guggenheim Museum, a defining symbol of the city’s modern revival
Santillana del Mar - Wander cobbled streets and see the Romanesque Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana in this historic Cantabrian town
Santiago de Compostela - Uncover the UNESCO-listed old town and cathedral marking the final destination of the Camino de Santiago
Porto - Learn about the city’s history on a sightseeing tour and visit a traditional Port wine cellar with tasting
Lisbon - Trace Portugal’s Age of Discovery through Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery and the Monument to the Discoveries
Merida - Examine well-preserved Roman remains including the theatre, amphitheatre and bridge in this UNESCO World Heritage city
Porto - Learn about the city’s history on a sightseeing tour and visit a traditional Port wine cellar with tasting
Lisbon - Trace Portugal’s Age of Discovery through Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery and the Monument to the Discoveries
Merida - Examine well-preserved Roman remains including the theatre, amphitheatre and bridge in this UNESCO World Heritage city
What's Included
Accommodation
15 Nights accommodation in 4-5 Star hotels
Meals
15 breakfasts
Transport
Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and 16Transportation in luxury coach
Others
Guided city tours with local guides in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Santander and SantiagoEscorted by a bilingual Spanish and English-speaking tour escort with local guides for some sightseeing (groups of 11 or fewer will not have a tour escort, and will be provided with the services of a driver)
Entrance
Entrance fees
16 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
70 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Madrid, Spain
Madrid, Spain
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Itinerary
Explore the very best of Spain and Portugal on this 16-day journey starting and ending in Madrid. You’ll dive into Spain’s cultural heart with guided sightseeing in Madrid, then travel north through Zaragoza and elegant San Sebastián, soaking up coastal scenery in Bilbao, Santander and along the Cantabrian coast. Discover historic gems like Santillana del Mar, Oviedo, Santiago de Compostela and Salamanca before crossing into Portugal. Highlights include Porto’s riverside charm and wine tasting, pilgrimage sites in Fátima, Gothic monasteries in Batalha and Alcobaça, and time to wander Lisbon’s iconic neighbourhoods. Expect a relaxed pace, rich history and unforgettable landscapes throughout.
day 1Arrival in Madrid
On arrival at Madrid Airport, we transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to relax or begin exploring the Spanish capital at your own pace. Overnight at the hotel. Please note: During your stay in Madrid, tour escort services are not available. If the panoramic tour of Madrid cannot operate due to technical reasons, it will be replaced by a one-day Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus or a walking tour of the Hapsburg Quarter, at the operator’s discretion. Tour Style: Please note that this is a bi-lingual, large group coach tour, where a majority of travellers are Spanish, so English will be the second language. For groups of 12 or more the tour is escorted by a bilingual (Spanish & English speaking) tour leader/escort. They will provide explanations about the itinerary, coordinate accommodation services, and ensure the smooth running of the tour, making your trip an enjoyable experience. When the group size is less than 12, this service may be provided by the driver. There will be experienced bi-lingual local guides for city sightseeing.
OverNight
Madrid
day 2Exploring Imperial Madrid
day 3Madrid to San Sebastian
day 4San Sebastian and the Basque Coast
day 5Guggenheim Bilbao and the Cantabrian Coast
day 6Medieval Santillana and the Sacred Mountains of Asturias
day 7From Asturias to Galicia’s Pilgrim Capital
day 8Santiago de Compostela - Heart of the Camino
day 9Salamanca - Spain’s Golden University City
day 10Castile to Porto
day 11Porto and the Douro River
day 12Coimbra and the Pilgrimage City of Fátima
day 13Monasteries and Coastal Villages to Lisbon
day 14Discovering Historic Lisbon
day 15Roman Mérida and Return to Madrid
day 16Departure from Madrid
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