Iberian Holidays ( 15 days )

Your European adventure begins as soon as you land at the airport. Our team will be there to greet you and escort you to your hotel. Once you've settled in, check the hotel reception area for information about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

We start our journey early in the morning, heading towards the historic town of Tordesillas. After a brief stop for coffee, we continue to Leon, a city steeped in history and home to a stunning Gothic cathedral. After lunch, we cross the Cantabrian Range mountains to reach Oviedo by evening. A guided city tour awaits you in Oviedo, where you'll explore its 9th-century cathedral, Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua.

Our journey today takes us to the majestic Picos de Europa, where we visit the Basilica of Covadonga, nestled amidst stunning scenery. We then head to Santillana, one of Spain's most picturesque towns, where we explore its well-preserved medieval quarter and the Altamira Caves Museum. Our day concludes in Santander, a coastal city known for its stunning views and beautiful beaches. An included city tour will help you explore and appreciate this elegant city.

Today, we journey along the Cantabrian coast, taking in the beautiful landscapes between the mountains and the sea. Our first stop is Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country, where a short city tour with a local guide awaits you. We then travel to La Rioja, a renowned winemaking region, and visit the Wine Museum in Briones. Our day concludes in Zaragoza, where we arrive in the evening.

We start the day with a sightseeing tour of Zaragoza, visiting the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and exploring the city's Roman theatre, Renaissance palace, and Aljafería Palace. After lunch, we head to the Poblet Monastery, a beautifully preserved medieval monastery nestled in scenic surroundings. Our day concludes in Barcelona, where we arrive in the evening.

Today is dedicated to exploring Barcelona, one of Europe's most interesting capitals. In the morning, we embark on a city tour to discover Gaudí's modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and the city's rich history. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. In the evening, we transfer you to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center and restaurant hub by the sea, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and a delightful dinner.

We head south along the Mediterranean, stopping at Peñiscola, a charming medieval walled city surrounded by beautiful beaches. After a leisurely walk, we continue to Valencia, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, a local guide will take you on a tour of this historic port city, showcasing its 2000-year-old history and contrasting modern architecture.

We continue our journey to Alicante, a charming coastal city where you'll have time for a leisurely walk. After lunch, we head to the Murcia region to visit Caravaca de la Cruz, a town considered one of the five holy cities by the Catholic Church. Here, you'll have the opportunity to see a relic of Christ's Cross and take a train ride to the historic area. We then continue our journey through scenic roads to Andalusia, ending the day in Granada.

Spend a full day exploring the wonders of Granada. If you've purchased the tour with the entrance included, you'll visit the immense Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife gardens. In the afternoon, you have free time to explore further, perhaps visiting the cathedral that houses the tomb of the Catholic Monarchs.

We depart from Granada and head towards the Costa del Sol, stopping in Málaga for a walk through its historic center. We then continue along the coastal highway, taking in the beautiful Mediterranean landscapes, and stop at Puerto Banus, a beautiful high-level recreational port in Marbella. In the afternoon, we visit Ronda, a beautiful white town with a large gap that cuts the city in half, before arriving in Seville in the evening.

In the morning, we embark on a city tour of Seville, where you'll see the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we include a boat ride along the Guadalquivir River, offering panoramic views of the city. In the evening, you have the option to attend a popular flamenco tablao.

We leave Seville and travel towards Extremadura, stopping in Mérida. Here, we include entrance to the archaeological complex of the Roman Theater and Amphitheater, a World Heritage Site. After lunch and a walk through its lively historic center, we continue to Portugal, stopping in Évora, a World Heritage Site city known for its white streets, Renaissance palaces, and cathedral. We arrive in Lisbon in the evening.

In the morning, we embark on a city tour of Lisbon, the Portuguese capital of the 7 hills, known for its alleys, tiles, 'saudade', and Atlantic light. We also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. The afternoon is free for you to explore further. In the evening, we return from the Restauradores Square, bustling with bars and cafes, to the hotel.

We leave Portugal early and cross the beautiful region of Alentejo, stopping for a coffee in Estremoz, a charming town with a medieval castle and cobblestone streets. We then cross into Spain and stop in Cáceres, where you can have lunch and a walk through its well-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complex. We continue our journey and arrive in Madrid in the evening.

After breakfast, our unforgettable 15-day tour comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this journey through the enchanting landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich history of Spain and Portugal.