Highlights of Northern Spain & Portugal - 8 Days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Spain and Portugal, exploring vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes. From the bustling streets of Zaragoza to the serene fjords of Rías Baixas, this journey offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and scenic beauty. Enjoy guided tours, delicious meals, and comfortable accommodations as you traverse iconic destinations like San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santiago de Compostela, and Porto. Whether you're marveling at architectural wonders or savoring local delicacies, each day promises new adventures and lasting memories.
Included
• Daily buffet breakfast.
• 5 dinners.
• Visit to a wine cellar with a tasting of Porto wine.
•Transportation by air conditioned coach with free WIFI onboard
7 nights hotels accommodation on 4 Star Hotels:
San Sebastian - Silken Amara Plaza - or similar
Santander - Santemar F- or similar
Oviedo - Iberik Santo Domingo Plaza - or similar
La Coruña - Exe Coruña - or similar
Santiago - Oca Puerta del Camino - or similar
Porto - Holiday Inn Porto Gaia - or similar
•Guide in English and Spanish (bilingual English/Spanish)
• Sightseeing tour with local guide in Santiago and Porto.
• Transportation by air conditioned coach with free WI-FI onboard.
• Multi-lingual tour escort.
• Sightseeing tour with local guide in Santiago and Porto.
• Daily buffet breakfast.
• 5 dinners.
• Visit to a wine cellar with a tasting of Porto wine.
• Municipal Tax in Porto.
Map
Attractions
She Changes
Saint Lawrence Church
Cíes Islands
Sobrellano Palace
Playa de Riazor (A Coruña)
Parque Europa
O Farol de Urzáiz
Guggenheim Museum
Porto CathedralDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Zaragoza and San Sebastian
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- Zaragoza
- Madrid - Arrival day
- More
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Zaragoza, setting the stage for an exciting journey. After a brief stop in Zaragoza, we head towards the picturesque city of San Sebastian. Here, you'll enjoy a delightful dinner and comfortable overnight accommodations.
Day 2 – Day 2: San Sebastian to Santander via Bilbao
- Santander
- Bilbao
- Donostia / San Sebastián
- More
- Guggenheim Museum
- More
After a hearty breakfast, we depart for Bilbao, the vibrant capital of the Vizcaya province. Here, we'll make a brief stop to admire the iconic architecture of the Guggenheim Museum. Our journey continues to Santander, where you'll have free time to explore the city. Dinner and overnight stay are included.
Day 3 – Day 3: Santander to Oviedo via Santillana del Mar and Covadonga
- Oviedo
- Santillana del Mar
- More
- Sobrellano Palace
- Collado de Llesba
- More
Following breakfast, we set off for the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, a National Monument. Our journey then takes us through breathtaking landscapes to Covadonga, where you'll have free time to visit the historic Shrine. We continue to Oviedo for dinner and overnight accommodations.
Day 4 – Day 4: Oviedo to La Coruña
- Oviedo
- A Coruña
- More
- Miradoiro de Ancos
- Playa de Riazor (A Coruña)
- Parque Europa
- More
After breakfast, we travel to the enchanting Galicia region, arriving in La Coruña. Enjoy a brief panoramic tour of the city. In the afternoon, you have the option to explore the Rías Altas, visiting charming villages like Pontedeume and Betanzos. Dinner and overnight stay in La Coruña.
Day 5 – Day 5: La Coruña to Santiago de Compostela
- A Coruña
- Santiago de Compostela
- More
- Playa Cabodeiro
- Ponte colgante de Calvelo
- More
Following breakfast, we depart for Santiago de Compostela, the renowned pilgrimage city. Experience a guided tour of the city's highlights, including the Plaza del Obradoiro and the Cathedral. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. Dinner and accommodations in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 6 – Day 6: Santiago de Compostela to Porto via Rías Baixas
- Vigo
- Porto
- More
- Cíes Islands
- O Farol de Urzáiz
- More
After breakfast, we journey to the Rías Baixas, the stunning Spanish fjords, passing through picturesque landscapes. We'll make a brief stop at La Toja Island. In O Grove, you can opt for a catamaran tour to visit oyster and mussel farms, complete with a tasting of mussels and Ribeiro wine. We then continue to Vigo, where you'll have free time, with an optional excursion to Santa Tecla. Crossing the Minho River into Portugal, we soak in the beautiful scenery of the Minho region before arriving in Porto. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Porto
- Porto
- More
- She Changes
- Saint Lawrence Church
- Kopke Wine House
- Porto Cathedral
- More
After breakfast, embark on a panoramic tour of Porto, a city recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour includes the cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and St. Clara Church, concluding with a visit to a local wine cellar for a tasting of the famous Port wine. You'll have free time to take an optional cruise along the Duero River. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 8 – Day 8: Porto to Madrid via Salamanca
- Porto
- Madrid - Departure day
- More
Following breakfast, we depart for the Spanish border, arriving in Salamanca. Enjoy free time to explore this historic city and its renowned Plaza Mayor. We then continue to Madrid, where our services conclude upon arrival.
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