Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco Tour with 87 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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5 - 99 yrs

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English

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Easy

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Madrid, Spain

Highlights

Madrid: See the highlights of the city with your Local Expert. Visit the Old Town, travelling along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, past the fountain in the Plaza de Cibeles, the Cervantes Monument and Royal Palace, before crossing the Puerta del Sol.

Avila: Explore within the ancient walls of this unique town.

Salamanca: See the golden stone and arcades of Plaza Mayor, and learn about the unique traditions of this historic university city.

Fátima: Join the faithful at one of the world's holiest sites and pay homage at the Chapel of the Apparitions and see the basilica.

Lisbon: Step back in time and explore one of the world’s finest collections of traditional horse-drawn carriages. Once the exclusive domain of kings, queens, and nobility, these magnificent vehicles were more than just modes of transport—they were symbols of power, prestige, and artistry. Each carriage has a unique story to tell, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of elegance and grandeur.

Itinerary

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa with the Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco tour. Over 17 days, families and travelers of all ages will delight in the cultural riches of Madrid, Lisbon, Tangier, Fes, and beyond. Guided by local experts, you’ll marvel at the Prado Museum, explore Lisbon’s historic Belém Quarter and National Coach Museum, and wind through the labyrinthine Medina of Fes, discovering local crafts. Taste freshly pressed olive oils in the picturesque village of Alfarnatejo and enjoy a traditional meal with a Spanish family, making for a truly immersive experience. With all accommodations, transport, and meals included, this tour offers seamless exploration of three vibrant countries across continents. The unique selling point? Exclusive local encounters and hands-on cultural experiences that bridge Europe and Africa in a family-friendly adventure.

Day 1Welcome to Madrid

Day 2Prado Museum and on to Golden Salamanca

Day 3Holy Ftima and Lisbon Relaxed Start

Day 4Lisbon and the Age of the Great Discoveries Relaxed Start

Day 5To Seville, the City of Carmen

Day 6Free Time and Flamenco in Seville Relaxed Start

Day 7The Straits of Gibraltar to Fes

Day 8Explore Fes Relaxed Start

Day 9On the Road to Marrakesh

Day 10Explore Marrakesh Relaxed Start

Day 11Play It Again Sam in Casablanca Relaxed Start

Day 12Rabat and Tangier Relaxed Start

Day 13On to the Costa del Sol

Day 14At Leisure on the Costa del Sol Relaxed Start

Day 15Dining with Locals and the Alhambra Palace

Day 16To Madrid in Search of Don Quixote

Day 17Depart Madrid

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Accommodation

Canopy by Hilton Madrid Castellana HotelAlameda Palace, Salamanca HotelTurim Saldanha HotelCatalonia Giralda, Seville HotelMarriott Jnan Palace, Fes HotelMövenpick Mansour Eddahbi, Marrakesh HotelGrand Mogador City Center, Casablanca HotelGrand Villa de France, Tangier HotelMeliá Costa del Sol, Torremolinos HotelGran Luna de Granada HotelBarceló Emperatriz, Madrid HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Meals

Dinner (x6)Breakfast (x16)LunchMadrid: Join your Travel Director at 18:00 for a Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant and get to know your fellow travellers over a beautiful evening of delicious food and wine.Alfarnatejo: Join a local family for a Dine-at-Home lunch featuring traditional recipes. Learn about regional customs and culture through your hosts' warm hospitality and lively conversation.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activitiesSeville: Stroll through Barrio de Santa Cruz with a Local Expert and hear how the Jewish community has shaped the city's history.Seville: See the city's top sights on a panoramic tour with your Local Expert.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Lisbon: Delight in a taste of the famous Portuguese custard tart, Pastéis de Belém, made in a 19th century bakery with the original secret recipe.Alfarnatejo: Taste a selection of freshly pressed olive oils with locally made bread when you stop at Almazara, the oldest olive grove in the region.Madrid: Toast to your travels and enjoy local specialities in one of the city's elegant central neighbourhoods.Seville: Stroll through Barrio de Santa Cruz with a Local Expert and hear how the Jewish community has shaped the city's history.Seville: See the city's top sights on a panoramic tour with your Local Expert.Madrid: Witness the world's finest collection of Spanish paintings, plus an impressive international collection, as you tour the Prado Museum with an art historian.Granada: Visit the famous Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens. While others wait in line, you'll be exploring accompanied by a Local Expert, keen to share insights into this Moorish landmark.Seville: The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show. The school enables students access to cultural education that otherwise may not have occurred. TreadRights sponsorship has helped students to complete their studies in advanced guitar, singing and dance. As students complete their training, they will carry on and safeguard the traditional flamenco dance, contributing to the protection of Andalusia and Spain’s cultural heritage. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 4 and 11: Quality Education & Sustainable Cities and Communities.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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