15-Day Treasures from Spain and Portugal Tour from Madrid

What you'll experience

Highlights

15 days

Day-by-day itinerary

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   Day 1 — Madrid - Arrival

   Welcome to Madrid!
   
   
   
   IMPORTANT: If you have requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival; however, you will meet your tour guide when activities begin. Until then, you have free time to enjoy the city. At reception, you will find an information sign with our team´s telephone number and the hotel staff is available to assit you with anything you may need.
   Note: The schedules in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them to enhance your experience.
   
   In the evening, we provide transfers to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhoods for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You are free to dine at any restaurant you prefer with a variety of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

   Stay: Praga(Antonio Lopez 65 CP 28019 MADRID), Axor feria(CAMPEZO, 4)
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   Day 2 — Madrid

   The day will begin around 09:15 a.m. with a city tour through the center of Madrid, featuring landmarks such as Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor.
   
   We´ll then visit Retiro Park, a serene oasis in the heart of the city, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Our next stop will be the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the iconic home of Real Madrid. Here, we’ll explore the areas reserved for players, the public sections, and a small museum dedicated to the team, often hailed as the best in the world.
   
   Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
   
   In the evening, we will return to the hotel.
   

   Stay: Praga(Antonio Lopez 65 CP 28019 MADRID), Axor feria(CAMPEZO, 4)
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   Day 3 — Madrid - Granada

   Total distance covered: 450 km.
   
   Scenery: The plains of La Mancha, with the silhouettes of windmills and vast expanses of olive groves in the province of Jaén.
   
   07:45 a.m. – Departure from Madrid (the schedule may vary slightly depending on the pickup points). We will stop in Puerto Lápice, a picturesque town in La Mancha that evokes the spirit of Don Quixote.
   01:30 p.m. - Granada - Arrival at the hotel. Lunch will be included. In the afternoon (or the next morning if there are issues obtaining tickets), we will visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, dating back to the Arab era, with a local guide. After the tour, you will have free time. We recommend taking a stroll through the Albaicín neighborhood.
   
   VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:
   -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.
   -To access the Alhambra, you must present the document used to confirm your reservation (passport or ID).
   
   
   
   

   Meals: L：IncludedStay: Abades nevada palace(C/ DE LA SULTANA, 3), Saray(CALLE ENRIQUE TIERNO GALVAN 4 CP 18006 GRANADA)
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   Day 4 — Granada - Malaga - Nerja - Ronda - Seville

   Total distance covered: 377 km
   Scenery: The Sierra Nevada mountain range, with its snow-capped peaks in winter contrasting with fertile valleys, and the radiant Tropical Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea meets lands of exotic crops.
   
   08:00 a.m. – Granada – Departure. We begin our journey leaving the Sierra Nevada behind and descending toward the Mediterranean coast, enjoying spectacular panoramas of mountains and sea.
   
   09:15 a.m. – Nerja – Arrival. This charming whitewashed town sits atop impressive cliffs that offer unforgettable views of the Mediterranean. Free time to stroll through its narrow streets and visit the famous Balcony of Europe.
   
   10:15 a.m. – Nerja – Departure. We continue along the Costa del Sol, known for its beaches and unmistakable Mediterranean atmosphere.
   
   11:15 a.m. – Málaga – Arrival. Capital of the Costa del Sol, Málaga blends tradition and modernity in a lively historic center. You may explore Larios Street, the cathedral, or visit the Alcazaba. Free time for lunch and to wander at your own pace.
   
   2:30 p.m. – Málaga – Departure. We head inland through the Andalusian sierras, passing olive groves, holm oaks, and white villages scattered across the landscape.
   
   4:00 p.m. – Ronda – Arrival. One of Andalusia’s most beautiful towns, famous for its breathtaking gorge, “El Tajo,” which splits the city in two and is spanned by the monumental New Bridge. We’ll walk through its historic center, with Arab and medieval origins.
   
   5:45 p.m. – Ronda – Departure. The route leads us through rolling hills toward the capital of Andalusia.
   
   7:45 p.m. – Seville – Arrival. Dinner included at the hotel.
   

   Meals: D：IncludedStay: Eurostars al-andalus(Avenida de la Palmera s/n, esquina Paran CP 41012 Sevilla), Hilton garden inn sevilla(Calle Ingeniera no11 Parque empresarial Torneo CP 41015 Sevilla)
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   Day 5 — Seville

   Our visit to Seville will be truly memorable as we blend a bus and walking tour with a scenic boat ride along the Guadalquivir River, offering the best views of the city´s monuments and landmarks.
   
   A local guide will enrich our experience with insights into the history and culture of Andalusia´s capital, starting our journey around nine in the morning. Highlights include the Cathedral and Giralda, Santa Cruz neighborhood, the Guadalquivir riverbanks, Torre del Oro, Maestranza Bullring, Cartuja Island (former Expo site and home to Isla Mágica amusement park), and María Luisa Park with its stunning Plaza de España. After the tour, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River offering stunning panoramic views (included). The tour, lasting approximately 3 hours including the boat ride, will conclude with free time in the afternoon. Optionally, the guide will offer the opportunity for those interested to visit the cathedral and attend a flamenco performance at a tablao in the evening.
   

   Stay: Eurostars al-andalus(Avenida de la Palmera s/n, esquina Paran CP 41012 Sevilla), Hilton garden inn sevilla(Calle Ingeniera no11 Parque empresarial Torneo CP 41015 Sevilla)
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   Day 6 — Seville - Mérida - Évora - Lisbon

   Total distance covered: 490 km.
   
   Scenery: Attractive landscapes featuring whitewashed villages, mountain ranges, and castles.
   
   Note: Remember to set your watches back one hour when entering Portugal.
   
   09:00 a.m. – Departure from Seville. We’ll travel through pleasant landscapes of gentle mountains and vast pastures toward Extremadura.
   11:30 a.m. - Mérida – Arrival in the capital of Extremadura. Admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This site includes the largest Roman Theater and Amphitheater in the Iberian Peninsula, known for its excellent preservation and as a testament to the importance of entertainment in ancient Rome´s provinces. Mérida has a lively pedestrian historic center with many places to enjoy lunch.
   
   03:30 p.m. – Departure from Mérida. We’ll pass through beautiful landscapes of large meadows as we cross into Portugal and enter the Alentejo region.
   04:30 p.m. (Portuguese time) - Évora. We’ll arrive in the capital of Alentejo; one of Portugal´s oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take time to stroll through the historic center, characterized by its whitewashed streets, cathedral, and old churches, offering a taste of southern Portugal.
   
   06:30 p.m. – Departure from Évora.
   08:00 p.m. - Lisbon - Arrival and accommodation.
   

   Stay: Vip executive arts(avenida dom joao 2), Roma lisboa(Avenida de Roma 33, 1749-074 Lisboa, Portugal)
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   Day 7 — Lisbon

   Sightseeing tour of Lisbon. In the morning, you’ll enjoy a city tour with a local guide lasting approximately 2 hours. You’ll get to know the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. Our tour will include stops at the following points: Eduardo VII Park, Baixa Pombalina (Marquis of Pombal Square, Rossio with views of São Jorge Castle and Alfama), Estrela neighborhood, Estrela Basilica, the Monument of the Discoveries, Belém Tower, and the Jerónimos Monastery. The visit will conclude in the city center. You´ll have free time in the afternoon to further explore the city. We recommend taking the Glória Funicular to visit Bairro Alto and the São Pedro viewpoint. Optionally, our guide will offer visits to the picturesque towns of Sintra, with its castle, and Cascais and Estoril by the seaside.
   
   08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
   
   
   
   
   

   Stay: Vip executive arts(avenida dom joao 2), Roma lisboa(Avenida de Roma 33, 1749-074 Lisboa, Portugal)
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   Day 8 — Lisbon - Fátima - Porto

   Total distance covered: 320 km
   
   Scenery: Beautiful green landscapes, rolling hills, and historic cities.
   
   08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lisbon.
   09:45 a.m. – Arrival in Fátima. Time to visit the Sanctuary, an important pilgrimage site that commemorates the apparitions of Our Lady to the three shepherd children. The chapel was built in 1919 at the site of the 1917 apparitions in Cova da Iria, and since then, the Sanctuary has continued to expand in response to the growing number of pilgrims.
   
   11:30 a.m. – Departure from Fátima.
   02:00 p.m. – Arrival in Porto. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll board a rabelo, a traditional Portuguese boat on the Douro River, for a 50-minute cruise. From the river, we’ll admire Porto’s beautiful waterfront and pass under six bridges, including the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Free time to explore the lively medieval Ribeira district, known for its narrow cobblestone streets lined with historic merchant houses and charming cafés.
   
   06:30 p.m. – Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
   

   Stay: Ac marriott porto(RUA JAIME BRASIL, 40), Bessa boavista(RUA DR. MARQUES DE CARVALHO, 111)
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   Day 9 — Porto - Bom Jesus Sanctuary - Cambados - Santiago de Compostela

   Total distance covered: 270 km.
   Scenery: Beautiful green countryside and views over the Rías Baixas.
   Note: Remember to bring warm clothes for the boat trip.
   
   08:00 a.m. - Departure from Porto.
   09:00 a.m. - Arrival in Braga. We´ll visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and take a trip on the world’s oldest water-operated cable car. After exploring the sanctuary, we recommend descending via its picturesque staircase.
   
   10:15 a.m. - Departure from Bom Jesus. We´ll head to Galicia with stunning views over the Galician estuaries.
   01:00 p.m. (12:00 p.m. in Portugal) - Arrival in Cambados, historic maritime town. We´ll get onboard a glass-bottomed boat trip along the Ría de Arousa, where we´ll learn how shellfish are grown on bateas, traditional wooden platforms, and enjoy wine and mussel tastings onboard. Occasioanlly, boarding could take place in O Grove. Afterward, free time to explore and have lunch.
   
   
   04:00 p.m. - Departure from Cambados/O Grove.
   04:45 p.m. - Arriving in Santiago de Compostela, you´ll embark on a city tour with a local guide, learning about how St. James has drawn pilgrims for centuries. Wander through the medieval streets of the center and marvel at its majestic cathedral.
   
   Note: On certain dates, particularly during the celebration of St. James’ Day, our groups may need to be accommodated in a city near Santiago.
   

   Stay: Oca puerta del camino(Miguel Ferro Caaveiro, s/n, San Lazaro,), Eurostars san lazaro(Av Fernando Casas Novoa, s/n, 15703 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña)
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    Day 10 — Santiago de Compostela - Lugo - O Cebreiro - León - Oviedo

    Total distance covered: 475 km.
    
    Scenery: Beautiful green hills, villages. Spectacular mountain scenery crossing the Cantabrian Range.
    
    08:00 a.m. – Departure from Santiago. Following the ancient Way of St. James, amidst picturesque landscapes, we’ll travel to Lugo.
    09:30 a.m. - Lugo - Free time. You can explore its walls, built over 2000 years ago by the Romans and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    
    10:30 a.m. – Departure from Lugo. We’ll journey to Castile, stopping in O Cebreiro, a charming Galician stone village that offers a glimpse into the region’s traditional way of life.
    01:45 p.m. – León. Time for lunch and a stroll in this historic Leonese capital, located on the Way of St. James. Its Gothic cathedral is renowned for its magnificent stained-glass windows.
    
    04:15 p.m. – Departure from León.
    06:00 p.m. - Oviedo. We’ll include (sometimes the next morning) a 90-minute city tour with a local guide. Highlights include the ninth-century cathedral, the Calatrava Congressional Palace, the Campoamor Theater and Calle de la Rua. We will also learn about Asturian cider, one of the most deeply rooted traditions of this region. After the tour, we´ll enjoy a traditional Austurian dinner at a typical cider house. where you can try pouring the cider yourself. We’ll spend the night in Oviedo, the vribrant capital of the Principality of Asturias, known for its lively atmosphere.
    

    Meals: D：IncludedStay: Ac marriott oviedo forum(PZA. DE LOS FERROVIARIOS, 1), Exe oviedo centro(Calle de Pepe Cosmen, 1)
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    Day 11 — Oviedo - Covadonga - Santillana - Santander

    Total distance covered: 260 km.
    
    Scenery: Enjoy breathtaking views of mountains, the sea, and quaint villages along the route.
    
    08:30 a.m. – Departure from Oviedo, the capital of Asturias.
    09:45 a.m. - Covadonga - Time to visit the sanctuary nestled in the mountains, the historic site where the Reconquista of Spain began.
    
    10:45 a.m. – Departure from Covadonga. As we travel, the lush green mountains blend with views of the sea, creating stunning scenery along the way.
    12:30 p.m. - Santillana - Arrival in this charming medieval village, known for its stone streets, stately houses, and the Collegiate Church. Enjoy some time to explore and have lunch. Nearby, we’ll visit the Altamira Cave Museum, which features a replica of the amazing prehistoric rock paintings found there (tickets included).
    
    04:00 p.m. – Departure from Santillana/Altamira.
    04:30 p.m. - Santander - Arrival in the regional capital, a coastal city offering impressive views of both mountains and beaches. We´ll enjoy a panoramic tour of a little over 2 hours with a local guide to explore this elegant city and its beautiful bay and cliffs. The tour includes a stroll through the Pereda Gardens, a visit to the Centro Botín, and a stop at the Cathedral Square. We’ll then continue by bus to the Magdalena Peninsula, Sardinero Beach, the Gran Casino, Piquío Gardens, and Cabo Mayor Lighthouse, where you’ll be treated to spectacular views of the city and its dramatic cliffs. Arrival at the hotel is expected around 6:45 p.m.
    

    Stay: Gran hotel victoria(c/ maria luisa pelayo 38), Hotel santemar(JOAQUIN COSTA, 28 CP 39005 SANTANDER)
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    Day 12 — Santander - Bilbao - La Rioja - Zaragoza

    Total distance covered: 410 km.
    
    Scenery: Enjoy magnificent sea views, beautiful mountains, and lush green landscapes throughout the journey.
    
    09:00 a.m. – Departure from Santander, beginning our scenic route towards the Basque Country.
    10:30 a.m. – Bilbao. Arrival in the largest city of the Basque Country. We will enjoy a panoramic tour with a local guide, of the region´s primary economic and cultural hub. Situated along the banks of the Nervion River, this modern and dynamic city is a world-class example of urban renewal and contemporary architecture. During the sightseeing tour, we will explore its main highlights, including its wide avenues, elegant buildings and revitalized riverside districts. The tour will conclude at the Guggenheim Museum, where you will have free time to explore, have lunch or visit the museum if you wish.
    02:15 p.m. – Departure from Bilbao. Journey onwards to La Rioja, renowned for its exceptional wines.
    03:45 p.m. – Wine Culture Museum. Visit this fascinating museum and winery in the charming town of Briones. Explore the rich historical legacy and craftsmanship of winemaking, with admission and a wine tasting included.
    
    
    05:15 p.m. – Departure from Wine Culture Museum.
    07:45 p.m. – Zaragoza. Arrival and time to settle into your accommodation. We recommend taking a stroll through the old town to soak in the city´s charm.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

    Stay: Exe boston(Avenida de las Torres, 28)
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    Day 13 — Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona

    Total distance covered: 325 km.
    
    Scenery: Semi-desert landscapes in Aragon, and pleasant scenery in Catalonia.
    
    After breakfast, we’ll go on a 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 the tour, you’ll have free time for lunch and a walk.
    
    02:30 p.m. - Departure from Zaragoza.
    05:00 p.m. – Poblet Abbey. Admission is included to this walled monastery, set amidst beautiful landscapes. It is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world.
    
    06:15 p.m. - Departure from Poblet Abbey. We’ll cross rich agricultural regions of central Catalonia.
    08:00 p.m. - Barcelona.
    

    Stay: Fira congress(Carrer José Agustín Goytisolo, 9-11 CP 08908 Hospitalet de Llobregat, 9 - 11), Front air congress(C/De les Alberades,16 cp 08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat BARCELONA)
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    Day 14 — Barcelona

    9:00 a.m. – In the morning, we take a panoramic tour with our guide or a local guide of Barcelona, one of Europe’s great cities, renowned for Gaudí and its modernist architecture. The tour passes by the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Catalunya, Paseo de Gracia, Diagonal Avenue, the Sagrada Familia, Montjuïc with its Olympic facilities, and Plaza de España. At the Sagrada Familia, we will make a stop to admire this landmark. 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. After the city tour, our guide will offer the option of visiting Gaudí’s masterpiece and the city’s iconic symbol, the Sagrada Familia, as an optional activity. Afternoon at leisure.
    
    08.30 p.m.- Return from the Maremagnum to the hotel at the end of the day.
    

    Stay: Fira congress(Carrer José Agustín Goytisolo, 9-11 CP 08908 Hospitalet de Llobregat, 9 - 11), Front air congress(C/De les Alberades,16 cp 08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat BARCELONA)
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    Day 15 — Barcelona

    After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
    
    Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
    

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