Summary
Spain and Portugal—two countries with rich histories and distinct cultures. Your affordable tour of Spain and Portugal reveals their fascinating highlights. In Spain, you’ll overnight in Madrid, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, and Salamanca. In Portugal, you’ll stay in Lisbon and Porto. Tour highlights include a guided visit to Toledo, a treasure chest of art and historical architecture. In Granada, enjoy an included visit to the fascinating Alhambra complex*, built in the 13th century by Moorish kings. In Avila—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and fascinating walled city founded in the 11th century, you’ll visit St. Theresa's Convent, the birthplace of St. Teresa. Admire the Moorish architecture in the historical city centers of Cordoba and Seville, both gems of Andalusia, and get to know Madrid, the elegant capital city of Spain, built on a plateau in the heart of the country. In Portugal, visit Lisbon with a Local Guide and see the Belem Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built to commemorate the expedition of Vasco de Gama, and Porto's cathedral, built on a panoramic terrace overlooking the port wine cellars on the banks of the Douro River. Enjoy guided sightseeing in the cities of Toledo, Granada, Seville, Madrid, Cordoba, Lisbon, and Porto. Local Guides - experts in the cities' histories and cultures - will highlight the unique sights and tell you about local culture and history. All of this and more—including an olive oil farm visit with tastings—await you on this fabulous and affordable Spain and Portugal tour designed for value-minded travel lovers.
NOTE:
*Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Arrive In Madrid, Spain
- Day 2
- Madrid–Toledo–Granada
- Day 3
- Granada–Cordoba
- Day 4
- Cordoba–Seville
- Day 5
- Seville
- Day 6
- Seville–Evora, Portugal–Lisbon
- Day 7
- Lisbon
- Day 8
- Lisbon–Fátima–Coimbra–Porto
- Day 9
- Porto
- Day 10
- Porto–Salamanca, Spain
- Day 11
- Salamanca–Ávila–Segovia–Madrid
- Day 12
- Madrid
- Day 13
- Madrid
Countries (2): Portugal, Spain
Travel Cities (12): Coimbra, Cordoba, Evora, Fatima, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto, Salamanca, Segovia, Sevilla, Toledo