Spain, Portugal & Morocco Explorer - 22 Days (Small Group)

Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. At 19:00, you'll meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at the hotel's reception desk. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in.

After a full buffet breakfast at your hotel, embark on a morning city tour to discover the vibrant city of Madrid. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring more of the city's wonders. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant.

After breakfast, we begin our Iberian exploration. We drive towards Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its architectural and artistic wealth. Enjoy a city tour and immerse yourself in the rich history of this University City. Spend the night at your hotel in Salamanca.

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Spain and set off to explore Portugal. Our first stop is Pinhao, a charming town on the Douro Riverbank, known for its centenary cellars. Here, you'll taste their exquisite wines and enjoy a local products-based lunch. We then continue to Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage city, where you'll spend the night.

After breakfast, enjoy a Douro River Cruise and explore Porto's iconic landmarks. Later, we'll take you to Guimaraes, one of Portugal's oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you'll learn about Portuguese history, visit the 10th-century castle, and the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança. Spend the night at your hotel in Porto.

After breakfast, we depart for Aveiro, known as 'The Portuguese Venice'. Enjoy a cruise on its beautiful canals aboard a traditional Moliceiro boat. Next, we continue to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. Spend the night at your hotel in Coimbra.

After breakfast, we depart to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tomar's Monastery. We then continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré and the medieval walled town of Obidos. Our final destination for the day is Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Spend the night at your hotel in Lisbon.

After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing tour of Lisbon. Visit the Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, and more. The afternoon is yours to explore the nostalgic corners of Alfama Quarter. In the evening, enjoy a typical Portuguese dinner at one of the oldest Fado venues in the city. Spend the night at your hotel in Lisbon.

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Lisbon and Portugal and drive back to Spain. Our first stop is Merida, the capital of the ancient Lusitania roman Province. After some leisure time in Merida, we continue towards Seville, the famous Andalusian capital. Optionally, take an evening walk to see Seville at night. Spend the night at your hotel in Seville.

After breakfast, explore the romantic city of Seville on a city tour. Visit the city's Jewish Quarter and enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. Optionally, take a trip to the famous Jerez de la Frontera, the city of wine, flamenco, and horses. Take a Jerez sherry wine tasting and visit the famous equestrian school. Spend the night at your hotel in Seville.

After breakfast, we depart to Cordoba, a city with a rich heritage from a splendid past. Visit its impressive Mosque and its narrow Arabian-style streets. We then continue to Granada, the most magical city in Spain. In the evening, experience the most authentic Gypsy Flamenco show in Spain, including dinner. Spend the night at your hotel in Granada.

After breakfast, visit the Alhambra Palace, a special Spanish World Heritage Site. The ornately decorated domes and archways are a testament to the brilliance of Moorish craftsmen. Optionally, walk the Albaicín, a real experience through Arabian Granada. Spend the night at your hotel in Granada.

After breakfast, we depart for the impressive Imperial city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Enjoy a guided city tour of this historical old town. Once back in Madrid, join your fellow travelers for a final Farewell dinner. Spend the night at your hotel in Madrid.

After breakfast at your hotel in Madrid, take a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Casablanca. Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. At 19:00, you'll meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at the hotel's reception desk. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in.

After breakfast, embark on a guided city tour of Casablanca, visiting the most interesting sections of the city. We then depart to Rabat, the capital of the country, where we'll visit the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the Hassan Tower. We continue our journey towards Fez, where we will be staying for 3 nights. Join your fellow travelers for an authentic Moorish welcome dinner.

After breakfast, enjoy a morning city tour of Fez, the most ancient and monumental of the Imperial Cities. Visit the 7 gates of the Royal Palace, Jewish Quarters, gate of Bab Bou Jelous, and take a walking tour of the 'Medina', a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Spend the night at your hotel in Fez.

After breakfast, depart to the Imperial City of Meknes, where you will visit the Walls of Bab el Mansour and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Next, visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a glimpse into ancient Morocco. Return to Fez for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart through the gentle mountains of the Middle Atlas to Erfoud, at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Change from the bus to 4x4 vehicles to cross the desert to the dunes where our camp is located. Arrive at your luxury Desert Camp for a night among the Dunes. Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars.

After breakfast, depart to the city of Tinerhir. Today, you'll discover one of the most beautiful natural sights of your journey, the Todra Gorges. Continue to Kelaa M'Gouna, a small town where excellent roses are grown. Here begins the 'Route of the Kasbahs'. This name refers to the adobe constructions with crenellated towers and raw brick decorations. Continue to Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart to the Kasbah Taourirt, once the residence of the pasha of Marrakech. We continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Depart towards Marrakech, Moroccan Southern Capital, located within an extensive oasis between the Atlas Mountains and the pre-desert area. Spend the night at your hotel in Marrakech.

After breakfast, join a city discovery of Marrakech. Visit the Koutoubia Tower, Saadines Tombs, Bay Palace, and walk around the medina, souks, and the magic Jma El Fna Square. Prepare for your farewell dinner. Spend the night at your hotel in Marrakech.

After breakfast at your hotel, take a private transfer to the airport. This marks the end of our unforgettable journey. Safe travels!