Spanish Ring with Lisbon
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 12-day journey through the heart of Spain and Portugal, exploring the vibrant cities, historical landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes that make these countries so enchanting. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the rich culture and history of these regions, with guided tours, leisure time for independent exploration, and a variety of dining experiences. From the bustling streets of Madrid to the serene beauty of Granada, from the architectural wonders of Barcelona to the coastal charm of Alicante, and finally to the historic allure of Lisbon, this tour offers a comprehensive and unforgettable travel experience.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Plaza Mayor and La Latina in Madrid, Maremagnum in Barcelona , Bullring Square in Valencia , Historic center of Seville , Return from Restauradores Square in Lisbon
Train: Caravaca de la Cruz
Basic insurance is included on this tour. The policy comes into effect on arriving at the destination, at the start of the services with Europamundo and it expires when the circuit arranged by our company has ended.
Breakfast buffet
City tour in: MADRID, Poblet, BARCELONA, VALENCIA, GRANADA, SEVILLE, LISBON
Ticket admission: Las Ventas bullring in Madrid in MADRID, Poblet Monastery in Poblet, Poble Espanyol in Barcelona in BARCELONA, Alhambra Palace and Generalife in Granada if it is included in your tour. in GRANADA, Chapel of Bones in Evora in EVORA
English speaking tour in: MADRID, BARCELONA, VALENCIA, GRANADA, SEVILLE, LISBON
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
FLAMENCO NIGHT WITH DINNER (2 HRS)(70 EUR)
And how about the evening? Let yourself be carried away by the passion of music and attend a flamenco show that releases intense emotional energy. Not just anywhere, but in a traditional grill restaurant that combines the authentic essence of Spanish cuisine with contemporary touches.
When we think of Spanish cultural heritage,
the art of flamenco
comes to mind.
It is not just music or dance; it is a profound expression of the Spanish people´s character, a unique language conveyed through notes and body movements. Flamenco is pure passion and feeling
, artistically accompanied by guitars, castanets, percussion, clapping, and the frenetic and resonant footwork. We cannot forget
the timeless beauty of the flamenco dresses
, iconic and constantly evolving, yet always true to their roots.
The evening will begin with a
delicious dinner
, and once we have our
glass of sangria
in hand, a group of
dancers, singers, and musicians, on a nearby stage, will make us feel the full passion and power of flamenco
. They will showcase few of its most well-known artistic forms: bulerías, seguidillas, fandangos, and sevillanas.
Don´t miss the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this
fusion of flamenco art and rich Spanish cuisine
, one of the most diverse in the world! Awaken your emotions and let yourself be carried away by the soul of flamenco, the singing, the clapping, and the dancing on this musical journey.
- Transportation by bus from the hotel to the restaurant;
- Excursion managed by an Europamundo guide;
- Dinner with 2 courses and dessert, with wine, water or sangria at your choice;
- Flamenco show with tables close to the stage;
- Transportation by bus from the restaurant to the hotel;
- Show duration: 1:15 h.. 10 number of people required.
GUIDED VISIT AT THE BASILICA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA. ANTONIO GAUDI (1H 50MIN)(60 EUR)
La Sagrada Familia OF ANTONI GAUDÍ The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of a genius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewer in the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream. Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with the feelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complex architectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; its three thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based on nature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudí to a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathing the inclined columns branched like trees. - Entrance ticket to the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
- Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
- The visit is conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- Transportation by bus to the city centre, where you will have time on your own.. 20 number of people required.
VISIT AT THE ALICANTE BULL FIGHTING ARENA (1 hr y 15 minutos)(20 EUR)
When you
think about Spain what comes to mind after football, sangria, flamenco, and
paella? Bull fighting of course!
The bull
fights origin from the ancient Mesopotamia but was spread to the entire Mediterranean
area by the Romans, who included the bulls in their gladiator events. Today you
can find bull fights in several countries, but no other country is so connected
to the activity as Spain.
Many people
mistakenly thinks that bull fighting is an extinct activity. This is very far
from the reality. Almost every city, town and village are having bull fights
and bull runs at least once a year. In the villages the bull fight is carried
out in the central square or in a mobile arena rented for the event. The bigger
towns and cities have their “Plaza de toros”, which is a permanent
establishment which can be used several times a year.
If you are
curious about what bull fighting actually is and why the Spaniards are so
fascinated by this activity, you have the possibility to join a private guided
tour in the “Plaza de toros” in Alicante built in 1888.
Despite
what many people think bull fight is
not
a sport. It is considered a
cultural event equal to opera, ballet, and concerts.
The
excursion is not an appraisal of bull fight and will not include any animals.
During the tour the knowledgeable guides will tell the history of bull fighting
and explain all the traditions that are so ingrown in the Spanish culture that
the language holds many terms and phrases directly connected to this activity.
Olé! -Transportation directly to the Plaza de Toros de Alicante.
-Entrance to the Plaza de Toros de Alicante.
-Private tour with a specialized guide.
-Visits as some of the most memorable places of the Plaza de Toros de Alicante: Puerta del Triunfo, the medical facilities, the chapel, the stables, the rows of the audience, the arena, and the museum.. 0 number of people required.
ZAMBRA GITANA SHOW LOS TARANTOS (3 HRS)(40 EUR)
In this activity you will have a night out in the city of Granada to the
famous neighborhood of Albaicin-Sacromonte, declared a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO and where you can attend the Zambra Gitana show.
We will make a short walking tour of this picturesque place where we
will reach the famous Mirador de San Nicolás from where you can see the
Alhambra illuminated at dusk. You will have the opportunity to attend
the pure flamenco show in Granada: flamenco stick, dance, singing,
guitar playing and a drink. -Transfer by minibus with assistance to and from the hotel.
-Walk on the Sacromonte.
-Show with a drink.. 0 number of people required.
FLAMENCO SHOW IN PATIO SEVILLANO (1 HR 30 MIN)(40 EUR)
One of the most famous and well-known tablaos in Sevilla. You will get
to know the Andalusian art that is captured in the dance, the guitar
playing and the cante in the show. Dancers and singers with national and
international awards will show us the art of flamenco and Spanish
classical dance. -Transfer with our bus and assistance from our guide.
-Entrance to the show with drink included.. 15 number of people required.
ARTISTIC OF SEVILLA GUIDED VISIT TO ITS CATHEDRAL (1HR)(30 EUR)
We will visit the cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A
great work made over several centuries, considered one of the largest
in the world in surface, a true museum inside, where is the tomb of
Christopher Columbus. Then, if you wish, you can climb the famous tower
of the cathedral "La Giralda" with its 104 meters where you can enjoy a
fabulous view of the city of Seville. -Service local guide.
-Entrance and reservation included.
-Headphones in private with our local guide. 15 number of people required.
SINTRA CASCAIS AND ESTORIL (4hrs)(40 EUR)
In this visit, you will enjoy the landscapes of the Tagus estuary, the
famous Costa del Sol, a resting place and residence of nobles in the
history of Portugal. We will stop at the wonderful city of Sintra,
immortalised by Lord Byron, and enjoy its microclimate and its many
palaces and summer homes. We will continue to the famous Guincho beach
where you will see the westernmost point in Europe, the Cabo da Roca,
and we will stop in the beautiful city of Cascais. Afterwards, we will
have a brief stop in Estoril with its famous casino. A varied tour with
beautiful landscapes overlooking the ocean and the Tagus estuary. - Round-trip bus service.
- Visit to the indicated places with our guide.. 10 number of people required.
WALKING TOUR FROM RESTAURADORES AND ALFAMA (2HRS 30MIN)(30 EUR)
Walking tour starting at the Plaza Restauradores, we walk in the direction of the heart of the city of Lisbon, Rossio, where we will discover the charms of the Baixa Pombalina, rebuilt after the great earthquake of 1755. We will see the Santa justa elevator, one of the ex-libris of Lisbon and the energetic Augusta street. Next, we start to approach Lisbon´s oldest hill, its first settlement, Alfama Hill, home to Phoenicians, Romans, Muslims and Christian kings. As we start to climb, we will see the church of St. Anthony, where this Portuguese saint was born, and Lisbon Cathedral, its oldest church dating back to the 12th century, always with the yellow trams as our companions, always going up and down the traditional hill. We continue climbing until we reach one of the most incredible viewpoints of the city, the viewpoint of the Sun Gates, where you can see the typical Portuguese rooftops and the Tagus River. After walking through the old narrow streets and corners of Alishubuna, we will get to know the humble and traditional neighbourhood of Alfama, considered the true soul of Lisbon. From the orange trees, small houses, old Jewish quarter, fountains and decoration, we will discover the true beauty of Lisbon. We will see the Casa dos Bicos, a palatial house from the 16th century, nowadays the José Saramago Foundation, and we will finish our walk in the Comercio Square, the main square of Lisbon and its monumental entrance.
**EXCURSION NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY**
-Traslado ida y vuelta en autobús.
-Servicio de auriculares en privado
-Visita de los sitios indicados acompañados por guía local.. 10 number of people required.
MADRID
: PRAGA or CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA or ACTA VORAPORT
BARCELONA
: HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA or EXE REY DON JAIME or EUROSTARS ACTEON
VALENCIA
: DWO VALENCIA or HOTEL ALIXARES or SILKEN AL-ANDALUS PALACE SEVILLA
SEVILLA
: HILTON GARDEN INN SEVILLA or AC SEVILLA FORUM or ROMA LISBOA
LISBOA
: VIP EXECUTIVE ENTRECAMPOS CONFERENCE or MASA CAMPO GRANDE
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Madrid
- Madrid - Arrival day
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- Laredo palace
- Main Square
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Madrid! Upon your arrival at the airport, we will escort you to your hotel where you can unwind and freshen up. In the evening, we will head to the historic Plaza Mayor and the lively neighborhood of La Latina, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and tapas restaurants. Here, you can indulge in a variety of cuisines, including Indian, Chinese, Spanish, and Middle Eastern.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Madrid
- Madrid
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- El Retiro Park
- plaza de España
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Laredo palace
- Naval Museum
- Tio Pepe
- Main Square
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Kickstart your day with a comprehensive tour of Madrid's city center. We will explore the iconic Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, the Gate of Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. Next, we will visit the tranquil Retiro Park, home to a serene lake and the stunning Glass Palace. The highlight of the day will be a visit to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, the home ground of Real Madrid, one of the world's most prestigious football clubs. Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, exploring the city's hidden gems.
Day 3 – Day 3: Madrid to Barcelona via Zaragoza
- Madrid
- Zaragoza
- Barcelona
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We will depart from Madrid in the morning and journey through the lands of Castile to reach Aragón. Our first stop will be Zaragoza, where we will visit the magnificent Pilar Basilica. We will then continue to the Monastery of Poblet, one of the world's best-preserved medieval monasteries, nestled within beautiful surroundings. Our day will end in Barcelona, where we will arrive in the evening.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Barcelona
- Barcelona
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- Barceloneta Beach
- plaça del Rei
- Parc del Fòrum
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Start your day with a city tour of Barcelona, a city known for its modernist architecture, vibrant neighborhoods, and stunning seaside views. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore the city at your own pace. As the sun sets, we will head to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center by the sea, located next to Plaza Colón. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and dine at one of the many restaurants.
Day 5 – Day 5: Barcelona to Valencia via Peñiscola
- Barcelona
- Valencia
- Peníscola / Peñíscola
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- City of Arts and Sciences
- Peniscola Castle
- Valencia Cathedral
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We will leave Barcelona and head south along the Mediterranean, making a stop in the medieval walled city of Peñiscola. After a leisurely walk, we will continue to Valencia, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, we will embark on a guided tour of this historic port city, exploring its rich history and modern architectural wonders, including the City of the Arts and Sciences.
Day 6 – Day 6: Valencia to Granada via Alicante and Caravaca de la Cruz
- Valencia
- Alicante
- Caravaca de la Cruz
- Granada
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Today, we will journey from Valencia to the coastal city of Alicante, where you will have some free time to explore. After lunch, we will visit Caravaca de la Cruz, a town revered by the Catholic Church as one of the five holy cities. Here, we will take a train ride to its historic area for a brief exploration. We will then continue our journey through scenic roads to Andalusia, ending our day in the beautiful city of Granada.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Granada
- Granada
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- Generalife
- Alhambra
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Spend a full day exploring the enchanting city of Granada. If you've purchased the entrance ticket, you will have the opportunity to visit the grand Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife gardens, both stunning examples of Arab architecture. In the afternoon, you can visit the Granada Cathedral, which houses the tomb of the Catholic Monarchs. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, soaking in the city's rich history and culture.
Day 8 – Day 8: Granada to Seville via Málaga, Puerto Banus, and Ronda
- Granada
- Seville
- Málaga
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- Málaga Park
- Metropol Parasol
- Puerto Banús
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We will depart from Granada and travel towards the Costa del Sol, stopping first in Málaga for a leisurely walk through its historic center. Next, we will continue along the coastal highway, enjoying beautiful views of the Mediterranean, before stopping at Puerto Banus, a luxurious recreational port in Marbella. In the afternoon, we will journey through the mountains to Ronda, a picturesque white town with a dramatic gorge. Our day will end in Seville, where we will arrive in the evening.
Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Seville
- Seville
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- Sevilla Aquarium
- Parque de María Luisa
- Plaza del Cabildo
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Begin your day with a city tour of Seville, where you will see 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 will take a boat ride along the Guadalquivir River, offering panoramic views of the city. In the evening, you have the option to attend a traditional flamenco tablao, a truly immersive cultural experience.
Day 10 – Day 10: Seville to Lisbon via Mérida and Évora
- Seville
- Lisbon
- Mérida
- Évora
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- Roman Circus of Mérida
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We will leave Seville and travel towards Extremadura, stopping first in Mérida. Here, we will visit the archaeological complex of the Roman Theater and Amphitheater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After some free time for lunch and a walk through the city's pedestrian historic center, we will continue to Portugal, making a stop in Évora, another World Heritage Site known for its white streets, Renaissance palaces, and cathedral. We will end our day in Lisbon, arriving in the evening.
Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Lisbon
- Lisbon
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- Reserva Natural do Estuário do Sado
- Praia do Castelo
- Lisbon Cathedral
- Belém Tower
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Start your day with a city tour of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, known for its charming alleys, decorative tiles, and the unique 'saudade' atmosphere. We will also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint. In the evening, we will return from the bustling Restauradores Square to the hotel.
Day 12 – Day 12: Departure from Lisbon
- Lisbon - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable 12-day tour comes to an end. We hope that you take back wonderful memories and experiences of Spain and Portugal. Safe travels!
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