During this 13-day trip, you'll tour Spain and Portugal's most beautiful sites of cultural heritage at your own pace.
Start in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernist architectural style. Also home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, this is one of Spain's most-loved and treasured cities.
Then move on to Andalusia’s age-old history that has left behind a wealth of artistic heritage. The Alhambra in Granada and the Giralda Tower and the old town of Seville are just a few of the World Heritage Sites you'll discover along this journey.
Before arriving in Madrid, you will discover the beautiful city of Lisbon. End your trip in Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces.During this 13-day trip, you'll tour Spain and Portugal's most beautiful sites of cultural heritage at your own pace.
Start in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with Roman remains, medieval quarters and the most beautiful examples of Modernist architectural style. Also home to a stunning golden-sanded beach, this is one of Spain's most-loved and treasured cities.
Then move on to Andalusia’s age-old history that has left behind a wealth of artistic heritage. The Alhambra in Granada and the Giralda Tower and the old town of Seville are just a few of the World Heritage Sites you'll discover along this journey.
Before arriving in Madrid, you will discover the beautiful city of Lisbon. End your trip in Madrid, renowned for its rich European art and the heart of old Hapsburg royalties and Baroque Palaces.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Hello Barcelona!
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Today, you'll arrive in Barcelona and the driver will be waiting at the airport. You will be transferred to your apartment in Barcelona before enjoying a free afternoon to explore and get acquainted with Catalonia's capital city. Why not take a stroll along the famous Ramblas, pay a visit to the Park de la Ciutadella or climb up Park Guell for some breathtaking views of the city.
Accommodation
Hotel Exe Cristal Palace★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Barcelona
Parc de la CiutadellaOptional Activity
Park GüellOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Barcelona
Destinations
Barcelona
Day 2
Explore Barcelona
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Today you'll explore this beautiful city. Barcelona was founded as a Roman city, in the Middle Ages and is now one of a large metropolis with the Mediterranean Sea serving as a backdrop. In the morning you will go on a tour of Montjuic hill, which provides stunning views of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour around the city to discover its most emblematic sights.
Accommodation
Hotel Exe Cristal Palace★4 star
Activities
Panoramic Montjuic Walking TourOptional Activity
The Olympic Ring: Olympic Stadium, Palau Sant Jordi, Olympic EsplanadeOptional Activity
MNACOptional Activity
Montjuïc GardensOptional Activity
Barcelona Private Walking TourOptional Activity
Casa BatlloOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Montjuïc
Day 3
Barcelona to Valencia
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This morning you will take a high-speed train to Valencia. In the afternoon you will go on a tour to the Nature Park of the Albufera and take a boat on the biggest lake of the Iberian peninsula. Here you will get to admire the lush surroundings and the fauna and flora that inhabit the area. After the tour, you will return to your hotel to relax for the rest of the evening.
Accommodation
Hotel NH València Las Artes★4 star
Activities
Nature Park of the AlbuferaOptional Activity
Transportations
Train from Barcelona to Valencia
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Barcelona
Valencian Community
Valencia
Day 4
Valencia to Granada
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This morning you will have some free time in Valencia to discover the city before taking an eight-hour bus journey to your next destination: Granada. This city is located at the foot of Sierra Nevada Mountains and has everything from prestigious Moorish buildings to luminous skies and a luxuriantly green setting around the city. Check in to your hotel in the evening to recover after your journey.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Granada Centro★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Valencia
Transportations
Bus from Valencia to Granada
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Valencia
Granada
Day 5
Discover Granada
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Today you will explore the main sights of Granada. The morning walking tour will take you to the Alhambra Walls and Towers and the Charles V Palace, which houses the Alhambra Museum with its unique collection of Hispano-Muslim and Nasrid Art. After lunch, you can join a walking tour to the hearth of the Albayzín, where you will learn about its Moorish roots and wander through a labyrinth of narrow streets perfumed of jasmine and visit a typical house-cave.
Albaizyn and Sacromonte Walking TourOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Granada
Day 6
Granada to Seville
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This morning you will leave Granada behind and travel by train to the most emblematic city of Andalusia, Seville. Seville is a city full of culture, history and fabulous shops and restaurants to enjoy at your leisure. Once you arrive in the afternoon, you will have some free time to spend as you wish. You can recover from the train ride and relax at your hotel, or do some exploring in Seville.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Seville
Transportations
Train from Granada to Seville
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Granada
Seville
Day 7
Explore Seville
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Today, venture out into Seville to discover this stunning city and its main streets, avenues and monuments. Visit the University, the Old Tobacco Factory, the Plaza de España, San Telmo Palace, The Golden Tower, Isabel II Bridge and the Macarena Basilica. Then visit Santa Cruz's Jewish quarters, a labyrinth of narrow streets and the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. Finish at the Royal Alcazares and the largest gothic cathedral in the world, the Cathedral of Seville.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas★4 star
Activities
Santa CruzOptional Activity
Alcazar of SevilleOptional Activity
Seville CathedralOptional Activity
Plaza de EspanaOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seville
Day 8
Seville to Lisbon
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This morning you will have some free time to enjoy Seville at your leisure. You can visit the vibrant Triana district of Seville, take a horse and carriage tour, or visit the Casa de la Memoria, a cultural building established to promote and preserve authentic Andalusian traditions. After lunch, you will take an eight-hour bus journey to cross over to Portugal. You will spend the night in Lisbon.
Accommodation
Hotel Marquês de Pombal Av. da Liberdade★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Seville
Transportations
Bus from Seville to Lisbon
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seville
Lisbon
Day 9
Explore Lisbon
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Begin the day discovering Lisbon and its most emblematic monuments on a full-day walking tour. Visit the symbol of Lisbon, Belém and Belém Tower, and the Jeronimos Monastery. Go on to the Coach Museum which has one of the best carriage collections in Europe. Finally, you'll head to the oldest and most picturesque district of Lisbon, Alfama with the town Trade Square and the city centre.
Accommodation
Hotel Marquês de Pombal Av. da Liberdade★4 star
Activities
Lisbon Monumental Walking TourOptional Activity
Museu Calouste GulbenkianOptional Activity
Jerónimos MonasteryOptional Activity
Belém TowerOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Lisbon
Day 10
Lisbon to Madrid
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Today is a travel day. After enjoying breakfast at your hotel you will head to the bus station and leave Lisbon behind. You will take a bus that will take you to the capital of Spain, Madrid. The journey takes around 9 hours. Once you arrive, you have the rest of the evening to recover from the journey and to relax at your hotel in Madrid.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Nacional★4 star
Transportations
Bus from Lisbon to Madrid
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Lisbon
Madrid
Day 11
Discover Madrid
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Today you'll explore the most important city in Spain, which is the capital of the country and therefore, an important political and financial centre. You'll visit a number of sites including the Reina Sofia Museum which holds over 21,000 works of art and main collections by Picasso and Dali, and also the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum which is a private collection of works of art from some of the world's most famous painters. You can also visit the Royal Palace and the Prado Museum.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Nacional★4 star
Activities
Walking in MadridOptional Activity
Royal Palace of MadridOptional Activity
Mercado de San MiguelOptional Activity
Catedral de la AlmudenaOptional Activity
Real Jardín Botánico de MadridOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
Day 12
Madrid City Tour
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Today you have a free day to discover the old town of Madrid, also known as “Habsburg’s Madrid” because of the dynasty that reigned in Spain until 1700. Join a walking tour through the Renaissance and Baroque style buildings of this era, one of the most picturesque and important places such as Mayor Street, Plaza de la Villa, Plaza de Oriente and its surroundings.
Accommodation
Hotel NH Madrid Nacional★4 star
Activities
Habsburgs Madrid Walking Tour and Historic CenterOptional Activity
El Retiro ParkOptional Activity
Sabatini GardensOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
Day 13
End of Your Tour of Spain and Portugal
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After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Madrid Airport in time for your departing flight to your next destination, this marks the end of your tour of Spain and Portugal.
Transportations
Private Driver from Madrid to Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madrid
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What’s included?
12 nights accommodation
12 breakfasts
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Notes
All tours are optional.
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Spain, Portugal in 13 days
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