9-Day Special Package: Madrid and Portugal - English Only
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day tour that takes you through the heart of Spain and Portugal. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture of these two countries. From the bustling streets of Madrid to the serene sanctuaries of Fatima, from the ancient university city of Coimbra to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy guided city tours, river cruises, wine tasting experiences, and more. Stay in comfortable accommodations and savor local cuisines, all while exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites and other iconic landmarks. This tour is the perfect blend of leisure and exploration, offering you the opportunity to experience the best of Spain and Portugal.
Included
Accommodation at selected class
Daily breakfast
Welcome Tapas Experience dinner
Fado show and dinner in Lisbon
English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
Private transfers to/from airport as per itinerary
Travel insurance.
Guided visits in Madrid, Porto (including Douro River Cruise and Port wine tasting), Lisbon
Transportation by luxury coach
Destinations
Porto
Coimbra
Cáceres
Lisbon
Fátima
Nazaré
Madrid
Salamanca
AlcobaçaMap
Attractions
Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Jerónimos Monastery
Belém Tower
Batalha Monastery
Porto Cathedral
Royal Palace of Madrid
Alcobaça Monastery
Turismo da Universidade de CoimbraDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Madrid
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Welcome to Spain! Upon your arrival at Madrid Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel, the Hyatt Regency Madrid (or similar). The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Madrid
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- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Royal Palace of Madrid
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After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Madrid. Discover the city's rich history and vibrant culture as you visit landmarks like the Royal Palace and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore the city at your own pace. End the day with a delightful tapas dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3 – Day 3: Madrid to Porto via Salamanca
- Madrid
- Salamanca
- Porto
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Today, we journey to Portugal. Our first stop is Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its architectural beauty and prestigious university. After some free time in Salamanca, we continue to Porto, one of the oldest European towns. Check into your hotel, BessaHotel Boavista / Vila Galé Porto (or similar), and rest for the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Porto
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- Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
- Porto Cathedral
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After breakfast, join a guided tour of Porto. Visit the iconic Porto Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara Church. Later, embark on a Douro River Cruise and visit the famous Port Wine Cellars for a wine tasting experience. The rest of the day is yours to explore Porto at your leisure.
Day 5 – Day 5: Porto to Fatima via Coimbra
- Porto
- Coimbra
- Fátima
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- Turismo da Universidade de Coimbra
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Today, we depart for Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado music. After some free time in Coimbra, we continue to Fatima, a center of Christian faith and world pilgrimage. Visit the impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared. In the evening, you may choose to attend the procession of the candles.
Day 6 – Day 6: Fatima to Lisbon via Batalha, Nazaré, and Alcobaça
- Fátima
- Batalha
- Nazaré
- Alcobaça
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- Batalha Monastery
- Alcobaça Monastery
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After breakfast, we head to the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Gothic and Manueline architecture. We then continue to the charming fishing town of Nazaré for some free time. Our next stop is Alcobaça, where we visit the Gothic church and Cistercian monastery. We then proceed to Lisbon, where we check into our hotel, Lutécia (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Lisbon
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- Jerónimos Monastery
- Belém Tower
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Join a morning city sightseeing tour of Lisbon, also known as the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, and visit landmarks like the Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. The afternoon is yours to explore the nostalgic corners of the Alfama Quarter. In the evening, enjoy a typical Portuguese dinner at one of the oldest Fado venues in the city.
Day 8 – Day 8: Lisbon to Madrid via Caceres
- Lisbon
- Madrid
- Cáceres
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Today, we depart for Caceres, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic, and Italian Renaissance architecture. After exploring Caceres, we continue our journey back to Madrid, where we check into the Hyatt Regency Madrid (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Madrid
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After breakfast at the hotel, you'll be transferred to Madrid Airport. This marks the end of our unforgettable journey through Spain and Portugal. Safe travels!
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