Iberican Tour from Madrid
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 20-day journey through the vibrant landscapes, historical sites, and cultural hubs of Spain and Portugal. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the rich heritage and diverse traditions of these two countries. From the bustling streets of Madrid to the tranquil beaches of San Sebastián, the architectural wonders of Bilbao to the spiritual sanctity of Santiago de Compostela, every day brings a new adventure. Explore the charming city of Porto, the religious hub of Fatima, and the historical treasures of Lisbon. The tour also includes visits to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Caceres, Cordoba, and Seville, before culminating in the mesmerizing city of Barcelona. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and engaging activities, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.
Included
19 breakfasts
19 nights' accommodation
Day 1, 2; San Sebastián:
Superior Hotel Category = Palacio de Aiete or similar 4*
Day 3; Santander:
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Santemar or similar 4*
Day 4; Oviedo:
Superior Hotel Category = AC Oviedo Forum or similar 4*
Day 5, 6; Santiago de Compostela:
Superior Hotel Category = Santiago Plaza or similar 4*
Day 7, 8, 9; Porto:
Superior Hotel Category = Vila Gale Porto or similar 4*
Day 10; Fatima:
Superior Hotel Category = Santa Maria or similar 4*
Day 11, 12; Lisbon:
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Lutécia or similar 4*
Day 13; Cordoba:
Superior Hotel Category = Hesperia Córdoba or similar 4*
Day 14, 15; Seville:
Superior Hotel Category = Melia Lebreros or similar 4*
Day 16; Granada:
Superior Hotel Category = Melia Granada or similar 4*
Day 17; Valencia:
Superior Hotel Category = NH Valencia Las Artes or similar 4*
Day 18, 19; Barcelona:
Superior Hotel Category = Catalonia Barcelona Plaza or similar4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA (on request)
Pre-Night in Madrid:
Superior Hotel Category = Princesa Plaza/Riu Plaza or similar 4*
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: panoramic tour in San Sebastián (day 2), panoramic tour in Bilbao (day 3), guided tour in Santiago Compostela(day 6), guided tour in Porto, boat cruise and wine tasting (day 8), panoramic sightseeing tour in Nazare (day 11), guided tour in Lisbon (day 12), city tour in Cordoba (incl. Mosque-Cathedral entrance) (day 14), city tour in Seville (incl. Cathedral entrance) (day 15), visit to Generalife Gardens and Alhambra in Granada (day 16), guided tour in Valencia (day 18) and panoramic tour in Barcelona (day 19).
Travel Insurance
Motor-coach during whole program
Operated by bilingual: English and Spanish - speaking guided
Local English and Spanish - speaking guide in San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santiago de Compostela Córdoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Oporto, Lisboa and Barcelona
Destinations
Granada
Porto
Murcia
Barcelona
Valencia
Castro Urdiales
Lugo
Coimbra
Santiago de Compostela
Alicante
Santander
Zaragoza
Vigo
Braga
Viana do Castelo
Cáceres
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Tarragona
Oviedo
Seville
Lisbon
Fátima
Nazaré
Madrid
Alcobaça
Córdoba
Bilbao
A CoruñaMap
Attractions
La Pedrera - Casa Milà
Sevilla Aquarium
Cíes Islands
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Puerta de la Macarena (Seville)
Monumento Natural dos Lagosteiros
Vasco da Gama Aquarium
Roman Walls of Lugo
City of Arts and Sciences
Mount Ulia
Generalife
Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
Botin Centre
Praia de São Martinho do Porto
Montjuïc Castle
Sanctuary of Covadonga
Jerónimos Monastery
Belém Tower
Chapel of the Apparitions
Guggenheim Museum
Batalha Monastery
Ermita de Santa Justa
Wine Museum of Alcobaça
Turismo da Universidade de CoimbraDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Madrid - Zaragoza - San Sebastián
- Madrid
- Zaragoza - Arrival day
- More
- Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
- More
Start your journey from Madrid, heading towards Zaragoza. Here, you'll have free time to explore the city and visit the magnificent Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. In the afternoon, travel north to San Sebastián, a popular tourist destination known for its vibrant culture. Overnight stay in San Sebastián.
Day 2 – Day 2: San Sebastián - Hondarribia - San Juan de Luz
- Hondarribia
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz
- More
- Mount Ulia
- More
After breakfast, embark on a panoramic tour of San Sebastián, visiting Mount Igueldo for a breathtaking view of the city. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, with an optional visit to the picturesque villages of Hondarribia and San Juan de Luz in the afternoon. Overnight stay in San Sebastián.
Day 3 – Day 3: San Sebastián - Bilbao - Castro Urdiales - Santander
- Bilbao
- Castro Urdiales
- Santander
- More
- Botin Centre
- Guggenheim Museum
- More
Start the day with a journey to Bilbao, where you'll have free time to admire the modern architecture of The Guggenheim Museum. Next, visit the charming fishing village of Castro Urdiales before heading to Santander, a city renowned for its beautiful Sardinero Beach. Overnight stay in Santander.
Day 4 – Day 4: Santander - Santillana - Covadonga - Oviedo
- Santander
- Oviedo
- Santillana del Mar
- More
- Sanctuary of Covadonga
- Ermita de Santa Justa
- More
After breakfast, travel to Santillana, a town rich in architectural treasures. Visit the Collegiate of Santa Juliana, a jewel of Cantabrian Romanesque Architecture. Continue to Covadonga to visit the Sanctuary and the Grotto. In the afternoon, arrive in Oviedo, where you can explore the city and visit the beautiful Saint Maria de Naranco Church. Overnight stay in Oviedo.
Day 5 – Day 5: Oviedo - Mondoñedo - Lugo - Santiago de Compostela
- A Coruña
- Santiago de Compostela
- Oviedo
- Mondoñedo
- Lugo
- More
- Roman Walls of Lugo
- More
Start the day with a drive to the Galician region. Stop in Mondoñedo to visit its imposing 12th-century cathedral. Then, head to the medieval city of Lugo, where you can explore the Roman remains. Continue to Santiago de Compostela, a World Heritage Site and one of the most important monumental centers in Spain. Overnight stay in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 6 – Day 6: Santiago de Compostela
- Oviedo
- Lugo
- A Coruña
- More
- Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
- More
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Santiago de Compostela. Visit the city's main square, Obradoiro, and the magnificent Cathedral dedicated to the Apostle Santiago. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the city's narrow cobblestoned streets and lively atmosphere. Overnight stay in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 7 – Day 7: Santiago de Compostela - La Toja - Porto
- Santiago de Compostela
- Vigo
- Porto
- More
- Cíes Islands
- More
After breakfast, continue your journey to Porto, passing through the charming area of Rías Bajas, known as the Spanish fjords. Visit the island of La Toja, famous for its wellness center and rich thermal springs. Arrive in Porto in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 8 – Day 8: Porto
- Vigo
- Viana do Castelo
- Braga
- Porto
- More
Start the day with a panoramic tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the city's magnificent Cathedral, the Stock Exchange Building, and Santa Clara Church. Enjoy a boat cruise along the Douro River and visit a well-known Port Wine Cellar for a wine tasting. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 9 – Day 9: Porto
- Porto
- More
After breakfast, enjoy a free day in Porto. Explore this magnificent city on the banks of the Douro at your own pace. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 10 – Day 10: Porto - Coimbra - Fatima
- Porto
- Coimbra
- Fátima
- More
- Chapel of the Apparitions
- Turismo da Universidade de Coimbra
- More
Depart from Porto to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe. After exploring Coimbra, continue to Fatima, a world-renowned center for the Christian Faith and a World Pilgrimage Sanctuary. Visit the impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared. Overnight stay in Fatima.
Day 11 – Day 11: Fatima - Nazaré - Alcobaça - Lisbon
- Fátima
- Batalha
- Nazaré
- Alcobaça
- Lisbon
- More
- Praia de São Martinho do Porto
- Batalha Monastery
- Wine Museum of Alcobaça
- More
After breakfast, visit the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré, and then to Alcobaça to visit its famous 12th-century church and the tombs of Pedro and Inês de Castro. Arrive in Lisbon in the evening for an overnight stay.
Day 12 – Day 12: Lisbon
- Lisbon
- More
- Monumento Natural dos Lagosteiros
- Vasco da Gama Aquarium
- Jerónimos Monastery
- Belém Tower
- More
After breakfast, embark on a morning sightseeing tour of Lisbon. Visit the Belem Tower, the Jeronimos Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoverers. Spend the afternoon exploring the Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to the city castle. Overnight stay in Lisbon.
Day 13 – Day 13: Lisbon - Caceres - Cordoba
- Lisbon
- Cáceres
- Córdoba
- More
Depart from Lisbon to Caceres, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic, and Italian Renaissance architecture. After exploring Caceres, continue to Cordoba, the ancient capital of the historic Caliphate. Overnight stay in Cordoba.
Day 14 – Day 14: Cordoba - Seville
- Córdoba
- Seville
- More
Start the day with a tour of Cordoba, visiting its impressive Mosque and the narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, travel to Seville. Overnight stay in Seville.
Day 15 – Day 15: Seville
- Seville
- More
- Sevilla Aquarium
- Puerta de la Macarena (Seville)
- More
After breakfast, embark on a morning panoramic tour of Seville. Visit the exterior of the Seville Cathedral, the Santa Cruz quarter, Maria Luisa Park, and Plaza de España. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the city. Overnight stay in Seville.
Day 16 – Day 16: Seville - Granada
- Seville
- Granada
- More
- Generalife
- More
After breakfast, drive east through the Caliphate road to Granada, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world-famous Generalife Gardens. Overnight stay in Granada.
Day 17 – Day 17: Granada - Murcia - Alicante - Valencia
- Granada
- Valencia
- Murcia
- Alicante
- More
After breakfast, drive towards the Mediterranean coast. Pass through Murcia and Alicante before reaching Valencia, one of the main capitals of the Mediterranean coast. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Valencia.
Day 18 – Day 18: Valencia - Tarragona - Barcelona
- Valencia
- Barcelona
- Tarragona
- More
- City of Arts and Sciences
- More
After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Valencia, including a visit to the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. In the afternoon, depart northward, skirting the Mediterranean coast, passing by Tarragona, and finally reaching Barcelona. Overnight stay in Barcelona.
Day 19 – Day 19: Barcelona
- Barcelona
- More
- La Pedrera - Casa Milà
- Montjuïc Castle
- More
After breakfast, start the day with a city tour of Barcelona. Visit La Pedrera, Montjuïc Park, the Olympic Ring, the Monument to Columbus, and the Olympic Port. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the city. Overnight stay in Barcelona.
Day 20 – Day 20: Departure from Barcelona
- Zaragoza
- Madrid
- Barcelona - Departure day
- More
Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel before heading off to Barcelona Airport for your departure flight. End of the tour.
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