21 Days in Portugal & Spain.

After a tasty breakfast, you will depart towards Zaragoza. Here, you will have free time to visit the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, a jewel of Baroque art housing beautiful works of Francisco de Goya and the Holy Chapel. After soaking in the spiritual and artistic richness of Zaragoza, you will continue your journey towards the Basque country to reach the elegant city of San Sebastian.

After breakfast, you will enjoy a panoramic tour of San Sebastian. The city unfolds overlooking La Concha Bay, with Monte Igeldo marking one end of it - a wonderful vantage point for enjoying views over the city. At its feet is Torrepea Point, where the 'Peine de los Vientos', a sculpture by the famous Basque artist Eduardo Chillida, is installed. This was the place chosen by Queen Maria Cristina to build the Miramar Palace, her summer residence. The afternoon is free for you to relax and continue exploring this beautiful city.

After a full breakfast, you will leave for the city of Bilbao, the capital city of the province of Vizcaya. You will have a brief stop to admire the avant-garde building of the Guggenheim Museum. You will continue towards Castro Urdiales, a typical fishing village where we will have free time. The route continues towards the city of Santander. Upon arrival, you will have free time to explore the historic center, where you will be able to see the majestic buildings that the aristocracy and royalty of the late 19th and early 20th centuries used to spend their vacations. The title of jewel of the city is undoubtedly for the Palacio de la Magdalena.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will set off toward the beautiful Galician Region. Along the way to Lugo, we will make a stop in the charming city of Mondoñedo. During your visit, you will have some free time to explore the grand 12th-century Cathedral and indulge in the delightful 'Mondoñedo cake'. Continuing our journey, we will arrive in the city of Lugo, situated inside the province, along the banks of the Miño River. Here, you will discover one of the most well-preserved Roman Ruins in existence today. Notably, the magnificent Lugo Wall, constructed during the 3rd and 4th centuries and referred to as Lucus Augusti, stands as a testament to the city's ancient history. We will conclude our journey in the captivating city of Santiago de Compostela.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you'll join our guide for a city tour of Santiago. Our first stop will be the Plaza del Obradoiro and its magnificent Cathedral. As you explore this square, you'll likely encounter pilgrims with their iconic walking sticks and scallop shells. When visiting the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela for the first time, there is a customary ritual: marvel at the Portico de la Gloria, embrace the figure of Saint James at the main altar, descend to the crypt, ascend to the rooftop, and if you're fortunate, witness the botafumeiro in action. The remainder of the afternoon will be free for you to continue exploring all the hidden corners and secrets that this city has to offer.

After a delightful breakfast, you'll embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Porto. Our first stop will be the Stock Exchange Palace, known as Palácio de Bolsa in Portuguese. This architectural marvel, classified as a National Monument and designated as a World Heritage Site, is situated in the historic center of the city. We'll then proceed to one of the renowned wine cellars, where you'll have the opportunity to savor a wine tasting. Following that, we'll embark on a captivating boat excursion, which promises to be one of the highlights of your time in the city. The afternoon is yours to explore and uncover the most enchanting corners of Porto at your leisure.

After breakfast, you'll set off for the Batalha Monastery. This magnificent Dominican Convent was constructed to commemorate the Portuguese victory over the Castilians in the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. Over the next two centuries, this site became the primary architectural endeavor of the Portuguese monarchy. Continuing our journey, we'll make our way to Nazare, a charming coastal village that has retained its vibrant fishing traditions. Next, we'll visit Alcobaça, home to a Gothic church and Cistercian monastery dating back to the 12th century. As the day draws to a close, we'll arrive in Lisbon, where you'll be staying for the duration of your trip.

After a tasty breakfast, we will leave through the Caliphate road to the heart of Andalusia observing an endless number of olive trees on the way to Granada and its incredible and amazing monumental environment, last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. We will visit the world famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens, that have inspired several authors with its sound and sights, such as the 'Tales of the Alhambra' by W. Irving. It was the largest political and aristocratic center of the Muslim West. The Palace enclosure is made up of rectangular patios of great beauty and numerous fountains, in addition to the Nasrid buildings that served as residences for kings and their servants. The oldest building is the Alcazaba. One of the most important constructions is the Torre de la Vela, from where one of the most beautiful views of the Alhambra can be seen. The Patio de los Leones and its fountain is one of the most beautiful in the complex. After the visit, we will set off towards the Mediterranean coast to reach our next destination: Valencia.

After the breakfast you will enjoy a city tour of this bright city including a drive through the old city showing the most prominent buildings, we will then be driven past the old riverbed of the Turia to the most avant-garde complex 'Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias' to watch the emblematic exteriors of the six buildings. Early afternoon departure northward all along the Mediterranean coast to Catalunya, via Tarragona, the Roman Tarraco. Reach Barcelona principal Mediterranean city homeland of the famous architect Gaudi symbol of the Catalonian modernism. The rest of the afternoon will be free to enjoy Barcelona at your own pace.

After breakfast, you will visit together with the local guide some of the most famous attractions of the city such as the Montjuic park with spectacular views, the Olympic Ring, the Columbus monument and the old Gothic quarter. The afternoon will be free to relax and continue enjoying this wonderful city. Visit Barcelona without mentioning a work by Antoni Gaudí is almost impossible. The unmistakable style of the architect is part of the identity of the city. Its decorative elegance and colorful mosaics are found in every corner of the city. His best known work is undoubtedly the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia. The architect transformed an initial neo-Gothic project into a temple of monumental dimensions. You can visit two of the three facades built, the naves, the apse and the museum, essential to understand the evolution of the temple.