Ultimate Spain and Portugal Explorer - 15 days

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15 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Madrid, Spain

Barcelona, Spain

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Highlights

Madrid - Discover the city’s layered history on a panoramic tour from medieval quarters to Bourbon landmarks including the Royal Palace, Prado Museum and Gran Vía

Porto - Experience a panoramic tour of the riverside city, visiting key monuments before tasting local port wine in a traditional cellar

Lisbon - Uncover Portugal’s capital on a city tour featuring Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery and the Monument to the Discoveries

Cordoba - Visit the former capital of the Caliphate, highlighted by the Mosque-Cathedral and the winding streets of the Jewish Quarter

Seville - Marvel at the grand Cathedral, Barrio de Santa Cruz, Plaza de España and María Luisa Park on a comprehensive city tour

Granada - Tour the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, the last great Moorish stronghold in Spain and one of Europe’s most celebrated monuments

Valencia - Appreciate the striking City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic architectural complex in this vibrant Mediterranean city

Barcelona - View Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, Montjuïc and Olympic landmarks during a guided tour of this dynamic Catalan capital

Granada - Tour the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, the last great Moorish stronghold in Spain and one of Europe’s most celebrated monuments

Valencia - Appreciate the striking City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic architectural complex in this vibrant Mediterranean city

Barcelona - View Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, Montjuïc and Olympic landmarks during a guided tour of this dynamic Catalan capital

Itinerary

Explore Spain and Portugal on this 15-day journey from Madrid to Barcelona, packed with culture, history and standout sights. You’ll discover Madrid’s grand avenues before crossing into Portugal to visit elegant Porto, historic Coimbra and the pilgrimage site of Fátima. Continue to Lisbon, then head back into Spain to explore Roman Mérida, the Moorish wonders of Córdoba and Seville, and the unforgettable Alhambra in Granada. Travel along the Mediterranean coast via Valencia, birthplace of paella, and finish in vibrant Barcelona with its Gaudí masterpieces. Expect a well-paced mix of guided tours, iconic landmarks and free time to explore.

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.
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 2Highlights of Imperial Madrid

day 3Salamanca’s Golden Age to Porto

day 4Porto and the Douro Wine Tradition

day 5Coimbra’s Heritage and Pilgrimage to Fátima

day 6Monasteries, Coastlines and Arrival in Lisbon

day 7Discovering Historic Lisbon

day 8Roman Mérida and On to Córdoba

day 9Córdoba’s Moorish Legacy and Seville

day 10The Grandeur of Seville

day 11Andalusia’s Olive Groves and the Alhambra

day 12From Moorish Granada to Mediterranean Valencia

day 13Valencia’s Modern Vision to Barcelona

day 14Gaudí’s Barcelona and Olympic Heritage

day 15Departure from Barcelona

What's Included

Accommodation

14 Nights accommodation in 3-4 Star hotels

Meals

14 breakfasts

Transport

Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and 15Transportation in luxury coach

Others

Guided city sightseeing with local guides in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia and Barcelona.Escorted 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)

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