The Iberian Tour ( 13 days )

Get ready to explore the heart of Madrid! We'll start the day with a comprehensive tour of the city's iconic landmarks, including the Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, the Gate of Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. We'll then visit the tranquil Retiro Park, home to a serene lake and the stunning Glass Palace. For football fans, we have a special treat - a visit to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, home to Real Madrid, one of the world's top football clubs. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, exploring the city's charming streets or relaxing at your hotel.

Get ready to fall in love with Lisbon! Our day begins with a city tour that will take us through the city's seven hills, charming alleys, and beautiful tiles. We'll visit the historic Belem neighborhood, the launching point for many of Portugal's great navigators. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the city on your own. You might choose to visit the picturesque Bairro Alto and its viewpoint, or take an optional excursion to the towns of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. In the evening, we'll return from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with bustling bars and cafes.

Today, we'll follow the Way of St. James, stopping in Lugo to visit its historic town center and UNESCO-listed Roman walls. We'll then make a stop in O'Cebreiro, a small Galician stone village. Arriving in León at lunchtime, we'll visit the city's Gothic cathedral and stroll through the historic town center. We'll then cross the Cantabrian Range mountains on our way to Asturias, arriving in Oviedo in the evening. Here, we'll visit the city's 9th-century cathedral, the Calatrava Congressional Palace, the Campoamor Theatre, and the Calle de la Rua.

Today, we'll travel to the Picos de Europa to visit the Basilica of Covadonga, nestled amidst stunning scenery. We'll then head to Santillana, one of Spain's most beautiful towns, where we'll explore its well-preserved medieval quarter and visit the Museum of the Altamira Caves. Our journey continues to Santander, the region's capital, a coastal city with amazing views and beaches. Here, we'll explore and learn about this elegant city and beautiful bay during an included city tour.

Today, we'll follow the motorway along the Cantabrian coast, enjoying the beautiful scenery as we travel between the mountains and the sea. We'll arrive in Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country, where we'll go on a short city tour with a local guide. We'll explore the Guggenheim area, the old quarter, and the cathedral. After some free time to enjoy the local 'pintxos', we'll travel to La Rioja, a renowned winemaking region. Here, we'll visit the Wine Museum in Briones and learn about the ancient art of winemaking. We'll end the day in Zaragoza, arriving in the evening.

We'll start the day with a sightseeing tour of Zaragoza, visiting the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, the Roman theatre, a Renaissance palace, and the Aljafería Palace. After lunch, we'll head to the Poblet Monastery, a walled monastery surrounded by beautiful scenery and one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world. We'll then continue our journey to Barcelona, arriving in the evening.