Northern of Spain, Galicia & Portugal (Multi country)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 13-day journey that will take you through the heart of Spain and Portugal's most iconic cities and towns. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, offering you a chance to explore the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, the elegant city of San Sebastian, the port city of Santander, the historical town of Santillana, and the World Heritage Sites of Oviedo and Santiago de Compostela. The tour also includes a visit to the UNESCO-listed city of Porto in Portugal and the university city of Salamanca in Spain. With guided tours, leisure days, and comfortable accommodations, this tour promises a memorable travel experience.
Included
12 breakfasts
12 nights' accommodation
Day 1, 2; Barcelona
Superior Hotel Category = Catalonia Barcelona Plaza or similar 4*
Day 3, 4; San Sebastian:
Superior Hotel Category = Palacio de Aiete or similar 4*
Day 5; Santander:
Superior Hotel Category = Santemar or similar 4*
Day 6; Oviedo:
Superior Hotel Category = AC Oviedo Forum or similar 4*
Day 7, 8; Santiago de Compostela:
Superior Hotel Category = Santiago Plaza or similar 4*
Day 9, 10; Porto:
Superior Hotel Category = Vila gale Porto or similar 4*
Day 11; Salamanca:
Superior Hotel Category = Catalonia Plaza Mayor or similar 4*
Day 12; Madrid:
Superior Hotel Category = NH Manzanares or similar 4*
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary:highlights tour in Barcelona (day 2) panoramic tour in San Sebastián (day 4), panoramic tour in Bilbao (day 5), guided tour in Santiago Compostela , including Cathedral (day 8), guided tour in Porto, Boat trip along the river Duoro and visit Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting (day 10);
Travel Insurance
Arrival transfer from Barcelona Airport to hotel in Barcelona
Motor-coach during whole program
High Speed AVE Train Barcelona - Zaragoza (Tourist Class)
Transfer from train station in Zaragoza to city center in Zaragoza
Departure transfer from hotel in Madrid to Madrid Airport
Operated by bilingual: English and Spanish - speaking guide
Local English and Spanish - speaking guide in Barcelona, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, Madrid
Destinations
Porto
Barcelona
Castro Urdiales
Lugo
Santiago de Compostela
Santander
Zaragoza
Vigo
Braga
Viana do Castelo
Ávila
Oviedo
Madrid
Salamanca
Bilbao
A CoruñaMap
Attractions
She Changes
Saint Lawrence Church
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Porto Bridge Climb
Mount Ulia
Montjuïc Castle
Sanctuary of Covadonga
Guggenheim Museum
Porto Cathedral
Ermita de Santa Justa
Portal MirallesDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Barcelona
- Barcelona - Arrival day
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Welcome to Barcelona! Upon your arrival at Barcelona - El Prat Airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the vibrant city of Barcelona. Overnight stay will be in Barcelona.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Barcelona
- Barcelona
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- Montjuïc Castle
- Portal Miralles
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a half-day city tour of Barcelona. The tour begins with a guided walk through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, followed by a panoramic bus tour around the city. Visit the Poble Espanyol, an open-air museum showcasing Spanish architecture and culture. The tour concludes at Plaça de Catalunya. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Barcelona to San Sebastian via Zaragoza
- Barcelona
- Zaragoza
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After breakfast, transfer to Barcelona Sants railway station to board the AVE high-speed train to Zaragoza. Enjoy some free time exploring Zaragoza before continuing your journey to San Sebastian, a city renowned for its International Film Festival. Overnight stay will be in San Sebastian.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering San Sebastian
- Donostia / San Sebastián
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- Mount Ulia
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Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a panoramic tour of San Sebastian. The tour includes a visit to Mount Igueldo, offering stunning views of the city. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the city at your own pace. You may also opt for an optional visit to the picturesque villages of Hondarribia and San Juan de Luz. Overnight stay will be in San Sebastian.
Day 5 – Day 5: San Sebastian to Santander via Bilbao and Castro Urdiales
- Bilbao
- Castro Urdiales
- Santander
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- Guggenheim Museum
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After breakfast, proceed towards Bilbao. Enjoy a panoramic drive around the city and some free time at the esplanade where The Guggenheim Museum is located. Next, visit the charming fishing village of Castro Urdiales before heading to Santander, a port city known for its Sardinero Beach. Spend the rest of the day exploring Santander at your leisure. Overnight stay will be in Santander.
Day 6 – Day 6: Santander to Oviedo via Santillana and Covadonga
- Santander
- Oviedo
- Santillana del Mar
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- Sanctuary of Covadonga
- Ermita de Santa Justa
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After breakfast, depart for Santillana, a historical town known for its architectural treasures like the Collegiate of Santa Juliana. Continue to Covadonga to visit the Sanctuary and the Grotto. In the afternoon, head to Oviedo, where you will visit the Saint Maria de Naranco Church before exploring the city at your leisure. Overnight stay will be in Oviedo.
Day 7 – Day 7: Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela via Mondenedo and Lugo
- A Coruña
- Santiago de Compostela
- Oviedo
- Mondoñedo
- Lugo
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After breakfast, drive to the Galician region. Stop at Mondenedo to visit its 12th-century cathedral and try the delicious 'Mondoñedo cake'. Continue to Lugo, a medieval city known for its Roman remains, before heading to Santiago de Compostela, a World Heritage Site and one of the most important monumental centers in Spain. Overnight stay will be in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Santiago de Compostela
- Vigo
- Viana do Castelo
- Braga
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- Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
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After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a city tour that includes a visit to the main square, Obradoiro, and the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the narrow cobblestoned streets of the city. Overnight stay will be in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 9 – Day 9: Santiago de Compostela to Porto via La Toja
- Santiago de Compostela
- Vigo
- Porto
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After breakfast, continue your journey to Porto, passing through the charming area of Rías Bajas, known as the Spanish fjords. Stop at the island of La Toja, famous for its wellness center and thermal springs. Arrive in Porto in the afternoon and check in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be in Porto.
Day 10 – Day 10: Discovering Porto
- Porto
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- She Changes
- Saint Lawrence Church
- Porto Bridge Climb
- Porto Cathedral
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After breakfast, embark on a panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto. Visit iconic locations like the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the Santa Clara church. Enjoy a cruise along the river Douro and visit a well-known Port Wine Cellar for a wine tasting session. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be in Porto.
Day 11 – Day 11: Porto to Salamanca via Ciudad Rodrigo
- Oviedo
- Lugo
- A Coruña
- Porto
- Salamanca
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After breakfast, depart towards the Spanish border. Stop at Ciudad Rodrigo, a beautiful town surrounded by medieval walls, before continuing to Salamanca, a university city declared a World Heritage Site. Overnight stay will be in Salamanca.
Day 12 – Day 12: Salamanca to Madrid via Ávila
- Braga
- Salamanca
- Madrid
- Ávila
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Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for Madrid. En route, stop at Ávila for some free time to explore this historic walled city. Upon arrival in Madrid, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay will be in Madrid.
Day 13 – Day 13: Departure from Madrid
- Madrid - Departure day
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Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel before your transfer to the airport for your departure flight. This marks the end of your memorable 13-day tour of Spain and Portugal.
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