Treasures of Madrid & Portugal - 9 Days (Small Group)

Welcome to Spain! Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, relaxing and settling in. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a guided city tour of Madrid. Explore the historic Hapsburgs District, the Royal Palace, and the modern commercial areas. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a delightful Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, we set off for Portugal, stopping first in Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich architectural and artistic heritage. After some free time here, we continue to Porto, one of the oldest European towns, beautifully situated along the Douro River estuary. Overnight stay at the hotel in Porto.

Start your day with a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, visiting the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara church. Later, enjoy a scenic Douro River Cruise and visit the famous Port Wine Cellars for a wine tasting experience. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, we depart to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado music. After some free time here, we continue to Fatima, a center of Christian faith and a world pilgrimage sanctuary. Here, you can visit the impressive Basilica and the Chapel of the Apparitions. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, we depart to the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Gothic and Manueline architecture. We then continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré and the historic city of Alcobaça, home to a Gothic church and Cistercian monastery. Our final destination for the day is Lisbon. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing tour of Lisbon, driving through its main squares and avenues, and visiting landmarks like Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. Spend the afternoon exploring the nostalgic corners of the Alfama Quarter. In the evening, enjoy a typical Portuguese dinner at one of the oldest Fado venues in the city. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, we depart to Caceres, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic, and Italian Renaissance architecture. After exploring the city, we continue our journey back to Madrid. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport, marking the end of your memorable journey through Spain and Portugal. Adios and safe travels!