2 days8-Day Southern Spain, Madrid and Porto from Lisbon
New8 daysLisbon
Length
8 days
Itinerary
8 days planned
Group
Max 55
Guides
English, Spanish
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey across Portugal and Spain, exploring iconic UNESCO World Heritage cities and stunning landscapes. Discover Roman ruins in Mérida, vibrant culture in Sevilla, and fairytale views along the Route of the White Villages. Experience the architectural wonders of the Alhambra in Granada, stroll through historic Toledo and Salamanca, and sample world-famous Port wine in the enchanting city of Porto. With expert-guided tours, scenic routes, and opportunities for flamenco shows and river cruises, this adventure promises authentic local flavors and memorable experiences at every step. Perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, and adventure in Iberia.
Day by day itinerary
1(Thursday) LISBON-MERIDA-SEVILLA (480 km)⌄
Departure from Lisbon at 7:30 a.m. 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: Dinner
Overnight: Eurostars Al-Ándalus Palace hotel in Sevilla (or similar)
2(Friday) SEVILLA⌄
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 hotel in Sevilla (or similar)
3(Saturday) SEVILLA - RONDA - COSTA DEL SOL (190 kms)⌄
Breakfast. Then departure to the Route of the White Villages and Ronda. Free time. Continuation to Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations.
Meals: Dinner · Breakfast
Overnight: Sol Principe hotel, or similar
4(Sunday) COSTA DEL SOL - GRANADA* (180 kms)⌄
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
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Overnight: Saray / Los Angeles hotel or similar
5(Monday) GRANADA-TOLEDO-MADRID (446 kms)⌄
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: Puerta de Toledo/Praga hotel in Madrid, or similar
6(Tuesday) MADRID - SALAMANCA - PORTO (560 km)⌄
Breakfast. 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 on to Porto. Accommodations
Meals: Breakfast
7(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
8(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. Arrival and end of our services.
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
- ✓Alhambra in Granada*.
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Municipal Taxes in Porto.
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Transportation by air conditioned coach with Bilingual Guide*
- ✓Visit to a wine cellar with a tasting of Porto wine.
Good to know
Starts: Hotel Lutecia
Ends: Hotel Lutecia
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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- 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.
- * 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...
- Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag
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$1,535
