Spanish Ole with Lisbon

Welcome to Madrid! Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, settling in, and preparing for the exciting journey ahead. In the evening, join your guide and fellow travelers for a welcome meeting.

We set off early in the morning, crossing the picturesque landscapes of Castilla and Leon. Our first stop is Tordesillas, a small town with a rich history. After a coffee break, we continue to Leon, a historic city on the Way of St. James. Here, we'll have lunch and visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral. In the evening, we arrive in Oviedo, where we'll explore its 9th-century cathedral, Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua.

Today, we journey to the breathtaking Picos de Europa. We'll visit the Basilica of Covadonga, nestled amidst stunning scenery. Following the coastline, we head to Santillana, one of Spain's most beautiful towns. Here, we'll explore its well-preserved medieval quarter and visit the Museum of the Altamira Caves. Our final stop of the day is Santander, the region's capital, where we'll enjoy a city tour, exploring its elegant streets and beautiful bay.

We follow the motorway along the Cantabrian coast, taking in the beautiful scenery as we travel between the mountains and the sea. Our first stop is Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country, where we'll enjoy a city tour and some free time. We then travel to La Rioja, a renowned winemaking region, and visit the Wine Museum in Briones. Our day concludes in Zaragoza, where we'll arrive in the evening.

We start the day with a sightseeing tour of Zaragoza, visiting the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and exploring the city's Roman theatre, Renaissance palace, and Aljafería Palace. After lunch, we head to the Poblet Monastery, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world. We then continue to Barcelona, arriving in the evening.

Today, we explore Barcelona, one of Europe's most interesting capitals. Our morning city tour includes highlights such as Gaudí's modernist architecture, the ramblas, and the memories of the Universal Exhibitions and Olympics. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore at your own pace. In the evening, we'll transfer you to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center and restaurants facing the sea, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and dinner.

We travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peñiscola, a charming medieval walled city surrounded by beautiful beaches. After a leisurely walk, we continue to Valencia, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, we'll explore this port city on the Levantine coast, with its 2000 years of history and contrasting modern and ancient architecture.

Today, we head to Alicante, a charming coastal city, for a leisurely walk. After lunch, we travel to the Murcia region to visit Caravaca de la Cruz, a town considered one of the five holy cities by the Catholic Church. We'll take a train ride up to its historic area before continuing our journey to Andalusia, ending the day in Granada.

Spend a full day in Granada, visiting the immense Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife gardens. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace, perhaps visiting the cathedral that houses the tomb of the Catholic Monarchs.

Depart from Granada and travel towards the Costa del Sol. We'll stop in Málaga for a walk through its historic center before continuing along the coastal highway to Puerto Banus, a beautiful high-level recreational port in Marbella. In the afternoon, we visit Ronda, a beautiful white town with a large gap that cuts the city in half. We end the day in Seville, arriving in the evening.

In the morning, we'll take a city tour of Seville, visiting the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we'll enjoy a boat ride along the Guadalquivir River. In the evening, you have the option to attend a popular flamenco tablao.

We leave Seville and travel towards Extremadura. Our first stop is Mérida, where we'll visit the archaeological complex of the Roman Theater and Amphitheater. After lunch, we continue to Portugal, stopping in Évora, a World Heritage Site, before arriving in Lisbon in the evening.

In the morning, we'll tour Lisbon, the Portuguese capital of the 7 hills, exploring its alleys, tiles, and the 'saudade' and Atlantic light. We'll also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators left in the 15th century. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore further or take an optional excursion to the towns of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril.

After breakfast, your memorable 14-day journey through Spain and Portugal comes to an end. We hope you leave with wonderful, lasting memories.