North of Spain & Portugal, 8 days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Spain and Portugal. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking landscapes. From the vibrant city of Zaragoza to the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, the legendary pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela, and the World Heritage city of Porto, you'll experience a diverse array of cultural and natural wonders. Marvel at the architectural masterpiece of the Guggenheim Museum, visit the sacred Shrine of Covadonga, and taste the famous Port wine in its birthplace. With comfortable accommodations and delicious meals included, this tour promises a hassle-free and enriching travel experience.
Included
Daily breakfast included (except first day)
5 dinners
•Guide in English and Spanish.
•Sightseeing tour with local guide in Santiago de Compostela and Porto.
Hotels in:
San Sebastian: Silken Amara PLaza **** or similar
Santander: Santemar **** or similar
Oviedo: Iberik Santo Domingo Plaza **** or similar
La Coruña: Exe Coruña**** or similar
Santiago de Compostela: Oca Puerta del Camino **** or similar
Porto: Holiday Inn Porto Gaia **** or similar
Transportation by air-conditioned coach with free WIFI onboard
Travel insurance included
Destinations
Porto
Santiago de Compostela
Santander
Zaragoza
Vigo
Oviedo
Madrid
Salamanca
Bilbao
A CoruñaDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Zaragoza and San Sebastian
- Zaragoza - Arrival day
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We'll start our journey from the bus terminal and head towards Zaragoza for a brief stop. Then, we'll continue our journey to the beautiful city of San Sebastian where we'll have dinner and settle in for the night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Bilbao and Santander
- Bilbao
- Santander
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After breakfast, we'll depart for Bilbao, the capital of Vizcaya province. We'll take a short stop to admire the stunning architecture of the Guggenheim Museum before continuing to Santander. Enjoy some free time in Santander before dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Santillana del Mar and Oviedo
- Santillana del Mar
- Oviedo
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After breakfast, we'll head to the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, a National Monument. We'll then journey through splendid landscapes to Covadonga, where you'll have time to visit the sacred Shrine. Our day ends in Oviedo, where we'll have dinner and spend the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: La Coruña and Galician Villages
- Oviedo
- A Coruña
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We'll depart for the region of Galicia after breakfast, arriving in La Coruña for a short panoramic tour. In the afternoon, you have the option to join an excursion to the Rías Altas, visiting typical villages like Pontedeume and Betanzos. Dinner and overnight stay will be in La Coruña.
Day 5 – Day 5: Santiago de Compostela
- Santiago de Compostela
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We'll depart for Santiago de Compostela after breakfast. We'll tour this legendary pilgrimage town, visiting the Plaza del Obradoiro and the magnificent Cathedral. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure before dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Day 6: Spanish Fjords and Porto
- Vigo
- Porto
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We'll journey through the area of the Spanish Fjords (Rias Bajas), admiring splendid landscapes and visiting places like La Toja Island and Pontevedra. You have the option to join an excursion to Santa Tecla and Valença do Miño across the Portuguese border. We'll continue to Vigo for some free time, before heading to Porto for the night.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Porto
- Porto
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After breakfast, we'll embark on a panoramic tour of Porto, a World Heritage city. We'll admire the cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the Sta Clara church. The tour concludes with a visit to a local winecellar for a tasting of the famous Port wine. The rest of the day is yours to explore or take an optional cruise down the Duero river. Overnight stay in Porto.
Day 8 – Day 8: Salamanca and Madrid
- Salamanca
- Madrid - Departure day
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We'll depart for Salamanca after breakfast. Enjoy some free time to explore this monumental city and its famous Plaza Mayor. We'll then continue our journey to Madrid, marking the end of our unforgettable tour.
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