North of Spain & Lusitania from Barcelona
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 12-day journey through the heart of Spain and Portugal. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience into the rich history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes of these two vibrant countries. From the medieval charm of Zaragoza and San Sebastian to the architectural marvels of Bilbao and Santander, from the sacred shrines of Covadonga to the legendary pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela, and from the Spanish Fjords to the Portuguese cities of Porto and Lisbon, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy the local cuisine, explore the old towns, and soak in the panoramic views. This tour is designed to provide a perfect blend of guided sightseeing, leisure time, and comfortable accommodations.
Included
Sightseeing tour with a local guide in Santiago, Porto, and Lisbon.
Visit a wine cellar with a tasting of Porto wine.
Municipal Taxes in Porto and Lisbon.
•Daily buffet breakfast.
•7 dinners.
•Multi-lingual tour escort.
•Transportation by air conditioned coach with free WI-FI onboard.
•Travel Insurance.
San Sebastian: Silken Amara Plaza**** or similar
Santander: Santemar**** or similar
Oviedo: Iberik Santo Domingo Plaza**** or Similar
A Coruña: Exe Coruña **** or Similar
Santiago: Oca Puerta del Camino **** or Similar
Vigo: Hesperia Vigo**** or Similar
Porto: Holiday Inn Porto Gaia **** or Similar
Coimbra: Coimbra Affiliated by Meliá**** or Similar
Lisbon: Lutecia**** or Similar
Destinations
Porto
Barcelona
Coimbra
Santiago de Compostela
Santander
Zaragoza
Vigo
Braga
Viana do Castelo
Cáceres
Oviedo
Lisbon
Fátima
Madrid
Bilbao
A CoruñaMap
Attractions
She Changes
Saint Lawrence Church
Cíes Islands
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Vasco da Gama Aquarium
Castle of the Moors
Pillory of Porto
Sanctuary of Covadonga
Guggenheim MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Zaragoza and San Sebastian
- Barcelona
- Zaragoza - Arrival day
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We commence our journey at 8:00 a.m. from our bus terminal, heading towards Zaragoza. After a brief stop, we continue to the beautiful city of San Sebastian. Enjoy a delightful dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 2 – Day 2: Bilbao and Santander
- Bilbao
- Santander
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- Guggenheim Museum
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After breakfast, we set off for Bilbao, the capital of Vizcaya province. We pause to admire the stunning architecture of the Guggenheim Museum before proceeding to Santander. Enjoy some free time exploring the city before dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, and Oviedo
- Santander
- Santillana del Mar
- Oviedo
- More
- Sanctuary of Covadonga
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Post breakfast, we journey to the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, a National Monument. We then traverse through splendid landscapes to reach Covadonga, where you can visit the sacred Shrine. Our day concludes in Oviedo with dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: La Coruña, Pontedeume, and Betanzos
- Oviedo
- A Coruña
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We start our day with a journey to the region of Galicia, arriving in La Coruña for a short panoramic tour. In the afternoon, we offer an optional tour to the Rías Altas, passing through typical villages like Pontedeume and Betanzos. Dinner and overnight stay in La Coruña.
Day 5 – Day 5: Santiago de Compostela
- A Coruña
- Santiago de Compostela
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- Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
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After breakfast, we depart for Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy a city tour of this legendary pilgrimage town, visiting the Plaza del Obradoiro and the magnificent Cathedral. Spend the afternoon at leisure, followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Day 6: O Grove, Vigo, and Santa Tecla
- Santiago de Compostela
- Vigo
- More
- Cíes Islands
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We start the day with a journey to the Spanish Fjords (Rias Bajas), stopping briefly at La Toja Island. In O Grove, take an optional tour on a catamaran to see oyster and mussel farms, including a tasting session. We then continue to Vigo, with an optional excursion to Santa Tecla. Dinner and overnight stay in Vigo.
Day 7 – Day 7: Viana do Castelo, Braga, and Porto
- Vigo
- Viana do Castelo
- Porto
- Braga
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After breakfast, we cross the Portuguese border to reach Viana do Castelo, nestled between the mouth of the river Miño and Porto. Explore the old town before heading to Braga, the city of archbishops. We end our day in Porto, a World Heritage city, where we'll stay overnight.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Porto
- Porto
- More
- She Changes
- Saint Lawrence Church
- Pillory of Porto
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We start the day with a panoramic tour of Porto, visiting the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and St. Clara Church. The day concludes with a visit to a local wine cellar for a tasting of the famous 'Port wine'. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 9 – Day 9: Coimbra
- Porto
- Coimbra
- More
After breakfast, we depart for Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado, the music of Portugal. Enjoy some leisure time before dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10 – Day 10: Fatima and Lisbon
- Coimbra
- Fátima
- Lisbon
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We depart for Fatima, an important pilgrimage center. After some free time to visit the Shrine, we continue to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Overnight stay in Lisbon with an optional night tour to attend a Fado show.
Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Lisbon
- Lisbon
- Capuchos
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- Vasco da Gama Aquarium
- Castle of the Moors
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After breakfast, we embark on a city sightseeing tour of Lisbon, visiting the old Alfama Quarter, the Tower of Belem, and the Monastery of Los Jeronimos. The afternoon is at your leisure, with an optional tour to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. Overnight stay in Lisbon.
Day 12 – Day 12: Caceres and Madrid
- Lisbon
- Cáceres
- Madrid - Departure day
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We depart for Caceres after breakfast, where you'll have free time to explore its Plaza Mayor and the well-preserved medieval quarter, a World Heritage site. After lunch, we continue to Madrid, marking the end of our services.
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