The Best of Spain and Portugal
European Tour Package
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16 Days Tour Plan
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Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have some free time until the tour begins. Please check the information signs at the reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhood for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at any restaurant you prefer with a variety of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
The morning will begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. We’ll then visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid—considered by many to be the best football club in the world. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
We will depart from Madrid early in the morning, heading south through La Mancha. Our first stop will be in Puerto Lápice, a charming Manchego village evocative of Don Quixote. We will then continue into Andalusia via Despeñaperros, arriving in Granada, where lunch will be included. In the afternoon, if you have chosen the option that includes a visit to the Alhambra, we will explore the magnificent Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, both built during the Arab period, with a local guide.VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Today we’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes as we leave behind the Sierra Nevada mountain range. We’ll then continue along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Tropical Coast, where the mild year-round microclimate allows for the cultivation of tropical fruits such as guavas, mangoes, and avocados, and in the past, sugar cane.We stop in NERJA, a charming seaside town with impressive cliffs. We continue on to MÁLAGA, the capital of the Costa del Sol, full of life and boasting a beautiful historic center. Time for lunch and a stroll through the city center.Afterward, we head into the Andalusian sierras and arrive in RONDA, a stunning white town famous for its dramatic gorge that splits the city in two.We continue to SEVILLE, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner included at the hotel.
In the morning, we´ll embark on a city tour of Seville, where you´ll see the cathedral with its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River offering stunning panoramic views (included). In the evening, you´ll have the option to attend a popular flamenco tablao.
We’ll leave Seville, traveling through pleasant landscapes of rolling hills and expansive pasturelands as we head towards Extremadura. In Mérida, admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, which features a Roman Theater and Amphitheater. This site is renowned for its excellent preservation and its designation as a World Heritage Site. You´ll have time for lunch and a stroll through the vibrant pedestrian historic center, filled with restaurants and local charm. We will then continue to Portugal, stopping in Évora, another World Heritage Site, known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces, and cathedral. We’ll arrive in Lisbon in the evening.
In the morning, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. We’ll also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail to cross the oceans in the 15th century. Free time in the afternoon to walk and go to the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint; if you’d like to, you could take an optional trip to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
We’ll travel to the north of Portugal, where we’ll visit Fátima, an important pilgrimage site. We’ll then continue to Porto, the country’s second-largest city. After lunch, we’ll enjoy a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River aboard a traditional Portuguese "Rabelo" boat, offering a unique perspective of the city’s beautiful riverside. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore the lively medieval Ribeira district, known for its narrow streets lined with historic merchant houses and charming cafés, before heading to the hotel.
Today, we´ll travel through stunning landscapes. In Braga, we´ll take a ride on the world’s oldest water-operated cable car to reach the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, where breathtaking views await. After exploring the sanctuary, we recommend descending via its picturesque staircase. Our journey continues into Galicia, where we´ll visit the historic town of Cambados or O Grove in Rías Baixas. Here, we´ll embark on a glass-bottom boat trip along the Ría de Arousa, learning about mussel and oyster production. Enjoy wine and mussel tasting onboard. At lunchtime, we´ll arrive in Santiago de Compostela for a city tour led by a local guide, exploring its medieval streets and renowned pilgrimage sites dating back to the Middle Ages.
We’ll travel along the Way of St. James, beginning with Lugo. Here, we’ll have time to explore the historic town center and its Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, we’ll visit O Cebreiro, a charming Galician stone village. Our journey will continue to León, where we’ll arrive at lunchtime. In León, we’ll visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral, renowned for its stained-glass windows, and enjoy a stroll through the historic town center.We’ll then cross the Cantabrian Range on our way to Asturias, arriving in Oviedo by evening. We’ll include a tour of the city with a local guide, either upon arrival or the following morning. During this hour-and-a-half tour, we’ll visit the 9th-century cathedral, the Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua. Dinner included in a traditional Asturian cider house.
We’ll travel to the Picos de Europa (Peaks of Europe). Our journey will begin with a visit to the Basilica of Covadonga. From there, we´ll follow the coastline to Santillana, one of Spain’s most beautiful towns with an intact medieval quarter. We´ll also visit the Altamira Cave Museum (tickets included), located nearby. Later, we’ll head to Santander, the capital of the region, a coastal city offering stunning views of both mountains and beaches. A panoramic tour with a local guide is included, allowing us to explore this elegant coastal city and its beautiful bay.
After breakfast, we’ll take a guided tour of BILBAO, the largest city in the Basque Country and the region´s primary economic and cultural hub. A major highlight is the Guggenheim Museum, famous for its striking exterior architecture. You will have free time to stroll around the area, or visit the museum if you wish. Later, we´ll continue to La Rioja region, renowned for its exceptional wines. We´ll visit the Wine Culture Museum in Briones to delve into the ancient art of winemaking. We´ll arrive in Zaragoza in the evening.
We’ll start the day with a morning panoramic tour of Zaragoza guided by a local expert. Our first stop will be the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We´ll also delve into the works of the famous painter Goya and discover some of his masterpieces. The tour will move on to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, and then we’ll take a stroll by the Aljafería Palace.After lunch, we’ll head to Catalonia to visit the Poblet Abbey, a stunning walled monastery set amidst beautiful scenery. It is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (tickets included). Our journey will then take us to Barcelona, where we’ll arrive in the evening.
In the morning, we include a panoramic tour of BARCELONA, considered one of Europe’s most fascinating capitals. Open to the Mediterranean Sea, the city is renowned for Gaudí and its modernist architecture, as well as for its lively Ramblas and the legacy of the World Expositions and Olympic Games held here. Barcelona is often regarded as one of the most beautiful and captivating cities in Europe. The tour ends at the Maremagnum, a modern leisure and dining complex by the sea next to Columbus Square, where you can stroll through this lively area. Afternoon at leisure. Return to the hotel at the end of the day.
We’ll travel south along the Mediterranean, making a special stop in Peniscola, a charming walled town by the sea surrounded by picturesque landscapes, where we’ll have time for a stroll. We’ll then continue to Valencia, a vibrant port city on the Levantine coast, arriving around lunchtime. Will you try the famous paella? At approximately 04:30 p.m., we’ll continue our journey to Madrid, but not before making a brief stop at the avant-garde City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia. We’ll arrive in Madrid between 08:30 and 09:00 p.m.Note: Depending on the number of passengers, the journey from Valencia to Madrid may be by high-speed train.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Planned Hotels or similar
PRAGA
914690600
reservas.praga@hsantos.es
Antonio lopez 65 cp 28019 madrid,28019
Madrid,Spain
AXOR FERIA
913122379
reservas.feria@axorhoteles.es
Campezo, 4,28022
Madrid,Spain
PUERTA DE TOLEDO
914747100
gabriel@hotelpuertadetoledo.es
Glorieta de la puerta de toledo, 4,28005
Madrid,Spain
ABADES NEVADA PALACE
958809999
reservasnevada@abades.com
C/ de la sultana, 3,18008
Granada,Spain
SARAY
958130009
mayte.sanchez@hsantos.es
Calle enrique tierno galvan 4 cp 18006 granada,18006
Granada,Spain
GRAN HOTEL LUNA DE GRANADA
958282913
revenue@granhotellunadegranada.com
Plaza del guitarrista manuel cano, 2 cp 18004 granada,18004
Granada,Spain
EUROSTARS AL-ANDALUS
954230600
Avenida de la palmera s/n, esquina paran cp 41012 sevilla,41012
Seville,Spain
HILTON GARDEN INN SEVILLA
955054054
svqgi_info@hilton.com
Calle ingeniera no11 parque empresarial torneo cp 41015 sevilla,41015
Seville,Spain
AC SEVILLA FORUM
954260690
acsevillaforum@ac-hotels.com
Calle luis fuentes bejarano, 45,41020
Seville,Spain
ALCORA SEVILLA
954349600
Carretera san juan a tomares, km 1, san juan de aznalfarache,41920
Seville,Spain
VIP EXECUTIVE ARTS
210020400
fdesk.arts@viphotels.com;vendas.arts@viphotels.com
Avenida dom joao 2,1998-028
Lisbon,Portugal
ROMA LISBOA
217932244
info@hotelroma.pt
Avenida de roma 33, 1749-074 lisboa, portugal,1749-074
Lisbon,Portugal
VIP EXECUTIVE ENTRECAMPOS CONFERENCE
210043000
hotelentrecampos@viphotels.com
Av 5 de octubro 295,1600-035
Lisbon,Portugal
AC MARRIOTT PORTO
225072650
acporto@ac-hotels.com
Rua jaime brasil, 40,4350-005
Porto,Portugal
BESSA BOAVISTA
226050000
groups@bessahotel.com
Rua dr. marques de carvalho, 111,4100-325
Porto,Portugal
HOLIDAY INN PORTO GAIA
223747500
elci.martins@mtsglobe.com
Rua diogo macedo, 220, villa nova de gaia,4400
Porto,Portugal
OCA PUERTA DEL CAMINO
981569405
hotel@puertadelcamino.com
Miguel ferro caaveiro, s/n, san lazaro,,15707
Santiago de Compostela,Spain
EUROSTARS SAN LAZARO
981551000
info@eurostarssanlazaro.com
Av fernando casas novoa, s/n, 15703 santiago de compostela, la coruña,15703
Santiago de Compostela,Spain
EXE PEREGRINO
913342196
grupos@hotusagroups.com;info@exeperegrino.com
Av. de rosalía de castro, s/n, 15706 santiago de compostela, a coruña,15706
Santiago de Compostela,Spain
AC MARRIOTT OVIEDO FORUM
985965488
Reservations.oviedoforum@achmhotels.com
Pza. de los ferroviarios, 1,33003
Oviedo,Spain
EXE OVIEDO CENTRO
985117111
reservas@exeoviedocentro.com
Calle de pepe cosmen, 1,33001
Oviedo,Spain
IBERIK SANTO DOMINGO PLAZA
985207880
reservas.oviedo@iberikhoteles.com
Boulevar de la ronda sur, s/n,33008
Oviedo,Spain
AC HOTEL FORUM OVIEDO BY MARRIOTT
985965488
acforumoviedo@ac-hotels.com
Pza. de los ferroviarios, 1,33003
Oviedo,Spain
GRAN HOTEL VICTORIA
942291100
GRUPOS@HOTUSA.ES
C/ maria luisa pelayo 38,39005
Santander,Spain
HOTEL SANTEMAR
942272900
hotelsantemar@h-santos.es
Joaquin costa, 28 cp 39005 santander,39005
Santander,Spain
EXE BOSTON
976599192
reservas@eurostarsboston.com
Avenida de las torres, 28,50008
Zaragoza,Spain
FIRA CONGRESS
932671800
reservas@firacongress.com
Carrer josé agustín goytisolo, 9-11 cp 08908 hospitalet de llobregat, 9 - 11,08908
Barcelona,Spain
FRONT AIR CONGRESS
936369480
reservas@hotelfrontaircongressbarcelona.com
C/de les alberades,16 cp 08830 sant boi de llobregat barcelona,08830
Barcelona,Spain
CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA
2458905
sagradafamilia.reservas@hoteles-catalonia.es
Aragón, 569 bis, sant martí,08026
Barcelona,Spain
EUROSTARS ACTEON
963310707
reservas@eurostarsacteon.com
C/ vicente beltrán grimal, 2, valencia, cp: 46023,46023
Valencia,Spain
DWO VALENCIA
963447887
reservas.colours@dwohotels.com
av. del port, 129, ,46022
Valencia,Spain
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