PRIVATE TOUR: Traverse Spain and Portugal on this 15-day tour. Explore vibrant cities, medieval quarters and coastal towns as you journey from Madrid into Portugal and onward through Andalusia and Catalunya. Marvel at world-class landmarks including the Alhambra, Córdoba’s Mosque-Cathedral and Seville’s Cathedral, enjoy a Douro River cruise and Port wine tasting in Porto, and experience the timeless charm of places such as Coimbra, Fátima, Nazare and the historic Roman city of Mérida before concluding your Iberian adventure in Barcelona.
Trip Highlights
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Itinerary
Arrival in Madrid
Upon arrival in Madrid, you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, giving you time to relax or begin exploring the city at your own pace.
Overnight: Madrid
Madrid City Tour
After breakfast, you set off on a panoramic tour of Madrid, starting in its oldest quarter. Here, you’ll see traces of the city’s medieval origins, including the former Arab fortress and the traditional lanes of the Barrio de la Morería.
Next, you explore the Habsburg district, home to Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa. From there, you continue into Bourbon Madrid to view the Royal Palace, the Cibeles and Neptune fountains, and the grand Puerta de Alcalá.
Your tour then highlights the city’s nineteenth-century architecture, including Plaza de Oriente and the exterior of the Prado Museum. Finally, you discover modern Madrid as you travel along Gran Vía and Paseo de la Castellana, passing the Salamanca district, Parque del Oeste, the city’s commercial and financial area, and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
The afternoon is free for you to enjoy the city at your own pace.
Overnight: Madrid | Breakfast
Salamanca & Onwards to Porto
Madrid – Salamanca (Spain) – Porto (Portugal). Today you depart Madrid and travel to Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage city celebrated for its historic university and distinctive sandstone architecture. Upon arrival, you’ll have free time to explore the old town at your own pace.
Later, you continue across the Portuguese border and make your way to Porto, where you check in for the night.
Overnight: Porto | Breakfast
Porto City Tour
This morning, you join a panoramic tour of Porto, a UNESCO-listed city known for its historic center and riverside charm. You will visit the Cathedral, the ornate Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara Church, each reflecting a different period of the city’s past.
Next, you gain a different perspective of Porto during a journey along the Douro River, followed by a visit to a traditional Port Wine Cellar where you enjoy a tasting of the region’s famous wine. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore independently.
Overnight: Porto | Breakfast
Coimbra & Fátima
Porto - Coimbra - Fatima. You travel south to Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities and a birthplace of traditional Fado music. On arrival, you have free time to explore the historic center and its academic quarter at your own pace.
Afterwards, you continue to Fátima, one of the world’s most significant pilgrimage sites. Here, you visit the Basilica, the Cova da Iria—where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared—and the Chapel of the Apparitions, which houses the tombs of the three shepherd children.
In the evening, you may choose to attend the candlelight procession.
Overnight: Fatima | Breakfast
Batalha, Nazare, Alcobaca & Lisbon
Fátima – Batalha – Nazare – Alcobaca – Lisbon. Today, you begin with a visit to the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline architecture.
You then continue to the coastal town of Nazare, where you have free time to explore its traditional streets or enjoy the seaside views.
Later, you travel to Alcobaca to see its impressive Gothic church and twelfth-century Cistercian monastery, both central to the town’s heritage. Your day ends in Lisbon, where you settle into your hotel in the Portuguese capital.
Overnight: Lisbon | Breakfast
Lisbon City Tour
After breakfast, you set out to discover Lisbon, a city once known as Olissipo. Your tour includes its main squares and grand avenues, as well as landmark sights such as the Belém Tower, the exterior of Jeronimos Monastery and the Monument to the discoveries.
The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace—perhaps wandering the historic Alfama district—or you may choose to join an optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais, both renowned World Heritage sites.
Overnight: Lisbon | Breakfast
Merida’s Roman Legacy & Arrival in Córdoba
Lisbon (Portugal) – Merida (Spain) – Cordoba. This morning, you leave Lisbon and travel east towards the Spanish border, continuing to Mérida, the capital of Extremadura and a UNESCO World Heritage city. Here, you explore some of the best-preserved Roman remains on the Iberian Peninsula, including the theatre, amphitheater and ancient bridge, with free time to look around independently.
Later, you continue to Córdoba, once the flourishing heart of the Caliphate, where you check in for the evening.
Overnight: Cordoba | Breakfast
Córdoba to Seville
Córdoba – Seville. You start the day with a visit to Córdoba’s remarkable Mosque, before wandering through the narrow lanes of the Jewish Quarter, one of the city’s most atmospheric historic areas.
In the afternoon, you travel south to Seville, just a short drive away, where you settle in for the night.
Overnight: Seville | Breakfast
Seville City Tour
Today, you enjoy a panoramic tour of Seville, beginning with its vast Cathedral, one of the largest in the Catholic world. From here, you continue into the charming Santa Cruz quarter, known for its winding lanes and historic courtyards.
Your tour then takes you through Maria Luisa Park and on to the impressive Plaza de España, one of the city’s most striking landmarks.
The afternoon is free for you to explore Seville’s vibrant streets and sample its local flavors. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional Flamenco show.
Overnight: Seville | Breakfast
Seville to Granada
Seville - Granada. Today, you travel east along the historic Caliphate Road, passing endless olive groves on your journey towards Granada, the final stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms. On arrival, you visit the renowned Alhambra complex and the beautiful Generalife Gardens, celebrated for their tranquil courtyards and intricate design.
In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional Flamenco Zambra show.
Overnight: Granada | Breakfast
Granada to Valencia
Granada – Valencia. Today, you leave Granada and travel east across Spain towards the Mediterranean coast. Your journey brings you to Valencia, one of the region’s most important coastal cities. On arrival, you see the striking City of Arts and Sciences complex, an architectural landmark made up of six modern structures including the Hemispheric, Umbracle, Science Museum, Oceanogràfic, Palau de les Arts and Ágora.
Overnight: Valencia | Breakfast
Valencia to Barcelona
Valencia – Barcelona. This morning, you take a panoramic tour of Valencia, passing through the historic city center and viewing its most notable buildings. You then continue along the former riverbed of the Turia to admire the impressive exteriors of the City of Arts and Sciences.
In the early afternoon, you travel north along the Mediterranean coastline into Catalunya, journeying via Tarragona — once the Roman city of Tarraco — before arriving in Barcelona, the region’s dynamic capital and a showcase of Catalan modernism.
Overnight: Barcelona | Breakfast
Barcelona City Tour
After breakfast, you begin a city tour of Barcelona, a city recognized worldwide for hosting the 1992 Olympic Games. As you travel along its main boulevards, you see some of Gaudí’s most celebrated works, including La Pedrera (Casa Milà) and Casa Batlló, both listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Your tour continues to Montjuïc Park, where you enjoy panoramic views over the city, the Olympic Ring and the monument to Columbus. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring Barcelona’s many attractions or to enjoy its renowned culinary scene at your own pace.
Overnight: Barcelona | Breakfast
Departure from Barcelona
After your final breakfast, you will be transfer to Barcelona Airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
Breakfast
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Hotel NH Madrid Ribera del Manzanares, Madrid
Located 1.3 km from Puerta de Toledo metro station, this riverside high-rise hotel is just 2.5 km from the Royal Palace of Madrid and 2.6 km from Plaza Mayor. The contemporary rooms come equipped with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, minibars, and coffeemakers. Guests can enjoy a Spanish and Mediterranean restaurant, a casual bar with outdoor seating, and a café. Additional facilities include a fitness room and the option for massages.
BessaHotel Boavista, Porto
Located in Porto's popular Boavista district, the BessaHotel Boavista is just a few minute's walk from the Casa da Musica concert hall and other attractions. Bright and spacious guest rooms offer private bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, air-conditioning and TV. There is an onsite gym and dining options include the BRestaurant & Bar, where Head Chef Vitor de Matos serves impeccable Iberian cuisine. Breakfast is served buffet style and there is also an outdoor terrace serving an array of cocktails and regional Douro Valley wines. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also offered.
Hotel Santa Maria, Fatima
A 2-minute walk from the Sanctuary of Our Lady Fatima, Hotel Santa Maria has been contemporarily designed, with tall glasswork allowing plenty of light into the hotel. Displaying works by artists including Pedro Calapez, Silvia Patrício and Inês Carrelhas, the hotel also features a tranquil garden, restaurant serving local cuisine, and a bar. Views of the Sanctuary can be admired from the upper floor terrace. Rooms are air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi and carpeted floors.
Lutécia Smart Design Hotel, Lisbon
Set in a modern building with a sleek concrete and glass façade, this upscale design-focused hotel is just a 3-minute walk from Roma–Areeiro train station and 4 km from the 11th-century São Jorge Castle. Its contemporary rooms, arranged across themed floors, feature city views, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers, with room service available. Guests can enjoy breakfast in an elegant restaurant serving Portuguese and Indian cuisine, unwind at the lobby bar, book massage treatments, or make use of the 24-hour gym.
Hotel Eurostars Conquistador, Cordoba
Set on the Guadalquivir River, the Hotel Eurostars Conquistador offers an enchanting retreat in the heart of Andalusia's historical gem. Located just steps away from the iconic Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the enchanting Jewish Quarter, this hotel provides a prime location for exploring the city's rich cultural heritage. Rooms are designed for comfort and relaxation, with modern amenities such as TV, minibar, and A/C. The hotel also features a restaurant serving Spanish cuisine and a rooftop terrace with panoramic city views. The Eurostars Conquistador ensures a memorable stay in this historic city.
Melia Lebreros, Seville
A stylish hotel located in Seville's commercial district, Melia Lebreros was extensively refurbished recently and modern, elegant decor is visible throughout. Rooms offer air-conditioning, wood panelled flooring, minibar, flat screen TV and ensuite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Facilities include an outdoor pool and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Local and international cuisine can be enjoyed at the Mosaico Restaurant and local dishes are served in a traditional atmosphere at La Taberna la Dehesa. There is also an onsite bar.
Hotel Meliá Granada, Granada
This elegant hotel is located 1.6 km from the Alhambra and 1.9 km from the 14th-century Generalife estate. The stylish, traditional rooms come with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars, with some upgraded options offering private terraces with mountain views. Amenities include a casual dining area where a breakfast buffet is available for a fee, a fitness center, and a bright restaurant/bar.
Hotel NH Valencia Las Artes, Valencia
A 10-minute walk from the City of Arts and Sciences, this modern hotel overlooking a tree-lined square is 5 km from Valencia Cathedral and 7 km from Malvarrosa Beach. The simple rooms, featuring wooden accents, offer complimentary Wi-Fi, minibars, and flat-screen televisions, with room service available. Amenities include a bright restaurant, a contemporary bar serving tapas, and three terraces, as well as a fitness room, a sauna, and an indoor swimming pool.
Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Barcelona
This contemporary hotel, located near Parc de Joan Miró and just 4 minutes from Espanya metro station and Fira Barcelona, offers sleek rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, desks, and minibars. Upgraded rooms feature stylish decor, city views, and Nespresso machines, with some including terraces. Suites provide access to a club lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks. Enjoy a laid-back bar, a Japanese restaurant, and a rooftop pool with panoramic city views. Additional amenities include a gym, spa with wellness treatments, and versatile meeting spaces. The hotel is child and pet-friendly and offers room service, a 24-hour front desk





























