Special Package: Madrid, Portugal and Andalusia 16-Day Tour from Madrid
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 16-day journey through the heart of Spain and Portugal, exploring the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture these countries have to offer. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the local lifestyle, from the bustling streets of Madrid to the serene beauty of Salamanca, the historic charm of Porto to the spiritual allure of Fatima. Discover the architectural wonders of Lisbon, the medieval allure of Caceres, and the Moorish splendor of Cordoba. Experience the lively spirit of Seville, the Moorish grandeur of Granada, and the Mediterranean charm of Valencia. Finally, bask in the modernist beauty of Barcelona and the Roman legacy of Zaragoza before returning to Madrid. This tour includes comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and a plethora of unforgettable experiences.
Included
Daily Breakfast
Travel insurance included.
Transportation in air-conditioned luxury coach
Arrival & departure transfers from/to airport
15-night accommodation at selected hotel class
hotel: 15 night(s);
Guided city tour with local guides in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia and Barcelona
Entrance tickets to: Cordoba Mosque, Cathedral of Seville and Alhambra in Granada
Douro Cruise and wine tasting in Porto
Bilingual tour director throughout the journey (English and Spanish)
Travel insurance
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Madrid
- Madrid - Arrival day
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Welcome to Madrid! Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in. Overnight at the NH Manzanares or similar.
Day 2 – Day 2: Discover Madrid
- Madrid
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After breakfast, embark on a panoramic city tour of Madrid. Explore the city's medieval origins at the Barrio de la Morería, admire the Renaissance and Baroque style buildings of the Hapsburgs district, and visit the modern areas of Gran Vía and Castellana. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring at your leisure. Overnight at the NH Manzanares or similar.
Day 3 – Day 3: Salamanca to Porto
- Madrid
- Salamanca
- Porto
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- Salamanca Cathedral
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After breakfast, we'll drive to Salamanca, a World Heritage City with a rich architectural and artistic heritage. Enjoy some free time before we continue to the Portuguese border and reach Porto. Overnight at the AC Porto or similar.
Day 4 – Day 4: Explore Porto
- Porto
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- Porto Cathedral
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After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, a World Heritage city. Visit the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara church. Then, take a cruise along the river Douro and visit a well-known Port Wine Cellar for a wine tasting. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight at the AC Porto or similar.
Day 5 – Day 5: Porto to Fatima via Coimbra
- Porto
- Coimbra
- Fátima
- São Mamede
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- Sé Nova
- National Railway Museum York
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After breakfast, we'll depart for Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. After some free time, we'll continue to Fatima, a center of Christian faith and World Pilgrimage Sanctuary. Visit the impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary appeared. Overnight at the Sao José or similar.
Day 6 – Day 6: Fatima to Lisbon via Batalha, Nazaré, and Alcobaça
- Fátima
- Nazaré
- Alcobaça
- Lisbon
- Costa da Caparica
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- Praia do Pico da Mota
- Batalha Monastery
- Alcobaça Monastery
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After breakfast, we'll depart for the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then, we'll visit the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré and the Alcobaça Monastery, a Gothic church with origins dating back to the 12th century. Finally, we'll reach Lisbon. Overnight at the Roma or similar.
Day 7 – Day 7: Discover Lisbon
- Lisbon
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- Lisbon Cathedral
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After breakfast, embark on a morning sightseeing tour of the ancient Olissipo. Visit the Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, and more. The afternoon is yours to explore the nostalgic corners of the Alfama Quarter. Overnight at the Roma or similar.
Day 8 – Day 8: Lisbon to Cordoba via Caceres
- Lisbon
- Cáceres
- Córdoba
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After breakfast, we'll depart for Caceres, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic, and Italian Renaissance architecture. After exploring the city, we'll continue towards Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Overnight at the Sercotel Córdoba or similar.
Day 9 – Day 9: Cordoba to Seville
- Seville
- Córdoba
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After breakfast, enjoy an impressive tour of Cordoba, visiting its Mosque and other sites in the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, we'll take a short ride to Seville. Overnight at the Catalonia Santa Justa or similar.
Day 10 – Day 10: Discover Seville
- Seville
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- Sevilla Aquarium
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After breakfast, embark on a morning panoramic city tour of Seville, visiting the Cathedral, Santa Cruz quarter, Maria Luisa Park, and Plaza de España. The afternoon is yours to discover more of this vibrant city. Overnight at the Catalonia Santa Justa or similar.
Day 11 – Day 11: Seville to Granada
- Seville
- Granada
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After breakfast, we'll drive east to Granada, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world-famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens. Overnight at the Sabica or similar.
Day 12 – Day 12: Granada to Valencia
- Granada
- Alicante
- Valencia
- Alboraia / Alboraya
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- Valencia Cathedral
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After breakfast, we'll drive towards the Mediterranean coast, via Alicante, to reach Valencia. Explore this vibrant city, home to the internationally renowned 'Paella'. Overnight at the NH Valencia Las Artes or similar.
Day 13 – Day 13: Valencia to Barcelona
- Valencia
- Tarragona
- Barcelona
- Santa Coloma de Gramenet
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- Museu Eròtic de Barcelona
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After breakfast, we'll depart northward along the Mediterranean coast to Catalunya, via Tarragona, the Roman Tarraco. We'll then reach Barcelona, the principal Mediterranean city and homeland of the famous architect Gaudí. Overnight at the Catalonia Barcelona 505 or similar.
Day 14 – Day 14: Discover Barcelona
- Barcelona
- Santa Coloma de Gramenet
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- Museu Eròtic de Barcelona
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After breakfast, enjoy a morning city tour of Barcelona, driving along the main avenues with impressive modernist buildings by Gaudí. Visit the Montjuïc Park with spectacular views of the city, Olympic Ring, and monument to Columbus. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring. Overnight at the Catalonia Barcelona 505 or similar.
Day 15 – Day 15: Barcelona to Madrid via Zaragoza
- Barcelona
- Zaragoza
- Madrid
- Santa Coloma de Gramenet
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- Zaragoza Museum
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After breakfast, we'll depart southwest to Zaragoza, capital city of Aragón. Enjoy some free time to see the impressive Baroque architecture of the Basilic-Temple of Our Lady Pilar. We'll then continue to Madrid. Overnight at a 3* hotel or similar.
Day 16 – Day 16: Departure from Madrid
- Madrid - Departure day
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After breakfast at the hotel, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure. This marks the end of our services. We hope you had an unforgettable journey!
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