6 days13-Day Portugal & Andalucia from Madrid
Length
13 days
Itinerary
13 days planned
Group
Max 50
Guides
English, Spanish
Overview
Embark on a fascinating 13-day journey through Spain and Portugal, discovering two countries rich in art, tradition, and charm. Begin in majestic Madrid before crossing into Portugal to experience the allure of Porto’s wine culture and Lisbon’s maritime heritage. Continue through Andalusia’s golden cities—Seville, Córdoba, and Granada—where Moorish palaces, flamenco rhythms, and vibrant plazas bring history to life. Conclude along the sun-kissed Costa del Sol and the imperial city of Toledo before returning to Madrid. This captivating itinerary blends panoramic sightseeing, local flavors, and cultural encounters for an unforgettable Iberian experience.
Day by day itinerary
1(Sunday) MADRID⌄
Arrival at Madrid-Barajas International Airport. Meet and greet, and transfer to the hotel. Accommodations.
Overnight: Praga / Puerta de Toledo / Emperador / or similar
2(Monday) MADRID⌄
Breakfast and accommodations. Panoramic sightseeing tour of the city, covering its most important avenues, squares and landmark buildings. Rest of the day at leisure for personal activities.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Praga / Puerta de Toledo / Emperador / or similar
3(Tuesday) MADRID - SALAMANCA - PORTO (560 km)⌄
Breakfast and departure towards Salamanca, an ancient and monumental university city. Free time to stroll through the historic centre and discover its famous Baroque-style Plaza Mayor
We then continue to Porto. Accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Rubens Hotels Gaia or similar
4(Wednesday) PORTO⌄
Breakfast. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the cathedral, the Stock Exchange, and the Church of Santa Clara, ending with a visit to a local wine cellar to taste the world-renowned “Port wine.” Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Rubens Hotels Gaia or similar
5(Thursday) PORTO - COIMBRA - FATIMA - LISBON (338 km)⌄
Breakfast and departure to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and birthplace of fado. Free time
We continue to Fátima, an important pilgrimage centre. Free time to visit the Basilica and Sanctuary.
Afterwards, we proceed to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Accommodations. In the evening, option to attend a traditional fado performance.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Lutecia or similar
6(Friday) LISBON⌄
Breakfast. In the morning, panoramic tour of this beautiful city, located at the mouth of the Tagus River: Park Viewpoint, Edward VII Square, Rossio Square, Liberdade Avenue, Madragoa District (where Fado, the traditional Portugues music was born). We continue on to the Belem District to see the famous Tower, Monument to the Discoveries and the Jerónimos Monastery. Afternoon at leisure. Optional excursion recommended to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. Accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Lutecia or similar
7(Saturday) LISBON-MERIDA-SEVILLA (480 km)⌄
Breakfast. Departure towards the Spanish border to arrive in Merida. Free time to explore its impressive archaeological complex, featuring the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, both declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lunch at leisure
Afterwards, we continue along the “Autovía de la Plata” (Silver Route) towards Andalucia to arrive in Sevilla. Dinner and accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Overnight: Eurostars Al-Ándalus Palace or similar
8(Sunday) SEVILLE⌄
Breakfast. Morning city sightseeing tour, including María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the exterior of the city’s stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and the typical neighborhood of Santa Cruz with its streets, squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit to the Maestranza bullring. Lunch at your own. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show. Accommodations
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Eurostars Al-Ándalus Palace or similar
9(Monday) SEVILLE- CORDOBA (145 km)⌄
Breakfast. Departure to Cordoba, at our arrival we start our walking tour starting at Almodovar Gate through the Jewish Quarter and continue for visiting the famous Mosque/Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Overnight: Exe Ciudad de Cordoba F Crisol Jardines de Cordoba F Exe Las Adelfas F Or similar
10(Tuesday) CORDOBA - RONDA - COSTA DEL SOL (322 km)⌄
Breakfast. Then departure to the Route of the White Villages and Ronda. Free time. Continuation to Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Overnight: Sol Príncipe (Torremolinos) F Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo F Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro F Or similar
11(Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL - GRANADA* (180 km)⌄
Breakfast. Departure to Granada. Visit to the spectacular group of monuments of the Alhambra and Generalife, former residence of the Moorish kings, with its magnificent fountains, gardens and arches. Dinner and accommodations. Optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte and attend a typical show of gipsy flamenco. * If in any case, The Patronato of the Alhambra and Generalife were not granted tickets for certain dates for the participants of the Visit, a tour of the city of Granada will be provided instead: Visit to the Palace of Carlos V, the Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa María de la Alhambra, Royal Chapel and a walk through the city Alcaiceria (silk market) and the Cathedral Square.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Overnight: Hotel Saray or similar
12(Thursday) GRANADA-TOLEDO - MADRID (446 km)⌄
Breakfast and departure towards the Imperial City of Toledo, full of history and monuments. Lunch and panoramic view from Mirador del Valle and walk through it´s old town. Continuation back to Madrid. Arrival and accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
Overnight: Praga / Puerta de Toledo / Emperador / or similar
13Day (Friday) MADRID⌄
Breakfast and end of services.
What's included
- ✓Alhambra of Granada* Note: In the rare event that Alhambra tickets are unavailable, an alternative Granada city tour will be provided
- ✓Sightseeing tour with local guide in Lisbon, Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada and Toledo
- ✓Mosque - Cathedral of Cordoba
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Transfer in: Arrival in Madrid
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle with Bilingual Guide*
- ✓Municipal Tax in Lisbon.
- ✓Travel Insurance
Not included
- ✕Hotel - Airport Transfer out
Good to know
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * When The Patronato of the Alhambra and Generalife, is unable, for its own technical or organisational reasons, to provide the corresponding admission tickets, these will be replaced by a tourist activity in the city of Granada, such as, for example: Palace of Carlos V, Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa María, Royal Chapel, Alcaiceria (silk market), Cathedral Square, Gypsy Zambra show...
- Bilingual Guide (Spanish and English). A minimum of 12 passengers is required to operate the tour. In exceptional circumstances, if the number of registered passengers should fall below the required minimum and in order to maintain our commitment to guaranteed departures, the tour may proceed without a guide, accompanied instead by an expert driver/guide.
- Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag
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