Compare Lisbon & Southern Spain Explored by Audley Travel vs Real Discovery & Historic Journey in Seville and Granada by Iberian Escapes
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| Duration | 12 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 11,155 | $ 1,791 |
| Price Per Day | $ 930 | $ 256 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
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On the western edge of the continent, Portugal is home to culturally rich cities influenced by its leading role in the Age of Discovery, as well as an abiding Catholic faith that it shares with nearby Spain. Our specialists will draw on their knowledge of the country to plan your tour of Portugal, where you could hear melancholy fado music in Lisbon, taste port wine in Porto and the Douro Valley, and sample the traditional custard tarts of Belém. |
The Real Discovery and Historic Journey in Seville tour takes you directly to the best of the city’s food and culture. We will show you the hidden gems, deepest secrets and unique views of this Andalusian city. During this travel Itinerary, you'll get to know more about its hidden history. You will learn about: the Women of Seville; the history of the Translation of the Bible into Spanish; the History of the Roman Empire; the Tour dos Tronos in Itálica; and the Alcazar & Jewish Quarter. Also included is a full Day tour of Granada to discover the enticing mystery that characterises Andalusia so much, Granada's two World Heritage Sites. The stunning Nasrid palaces of La Alhambra and the web of streets of the Islamic Albaicín. |
Day 1 Lisbon
Lisbon
Your flight arrives into Portugal's capital, Lisbon, where your private driver meets you and takes you to your hotel. Later, get your first introduction to the city by touring Lisbon's hilly streets in a tuk-tuk.
Day 2 Lisbon
Lisbon
Today, leave Lisbon to visit nearby Sintra, known for its storybook architecture, where you can visit fantastical buildings and take in sweeping views of the sea. When you return to Lisbon this evening, enjoy a special dinner accompanied by traditional Portuguese fado music.
Day 3 Lisbon
Lisbon
Spend your final day in Lisbon at leisure, perhaps taking the opportunity to visit the city's outer district of Belém. Tonight, enjoy a sunset cruise on the River Tagus accompanied by wine and canapés.
Day 4 Seville
Lisbon , Seville
Journey across the border from Portugal to Spain today as you make your way from Lisbon to Seville, stopping along the way in Évora where you'll have time to enjoy lunch and explore the city's Roman architecture.
Day 5 Seville
Seville
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Seville to see the city's highlights, including the Giralda Tower and the Real Alcázar. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure and this evening, take a tapas tour of the city, ending at a special flamenco performance.
Day 6 Seville
Seville
Take a day trip to Córdoba today, well-known for La Mezquita, the great mosque-cathedral. In addition to Córdoba, visit Almodóvar Castle, a Moorish castle dating back to 760.
Day 7 Seville
Seville
Today, witness a traditional Andalusian horse riding exhibition at a prestigious school before eating lunch by the sea. Later enjoy a sherry tasting in Jerez, where the fortified wine originated.
Day 8 Seville
Seville
Get a closer look at Andalusian cuisine today as you head into the kitchen to learn how to prepare traditional regional fare. After you enjoy what you've made, spend the afternoon at leisure in Seville.
Day 9 Granada
Seville , Granada
Continue journeying through southern Spain today by heading to the Moorish city of Granada, stopping on the way to explore Ronda, with its Roman bridge and plunging gorges.
Day 10 Granada
Granada
Witness the majesty of the Alhambra up close today as you take a private guided tour, enjoying lunch within the grounds. After lunch, continue exploring the city with your guide, from the Baroque cathedral to the white-washed streets of the Albayzin.
Day 11 Malaga
Granada , Malaga
Explore a different side of Andalusia today with a hike through the Alpujarras, part of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. After your hike, continue on to the seaside town of Málaga to spend your final night in Spain at leisure.
Day 12 Return home
Malaga
Your journey in Spain comes to an end as you make your way to the airport for your flight.
Day 1: Airport Pick Up + Hotel Check In
Meet your private chauffeur at the airport and drive directly to the hotel for your check in.
Hotel Inglaterra
Check-in at your refined and delicately designed Deluxe Double Room for the next 7 days. We believe, your stay at The Inglaterra 4* Hotel will make you feel as if you have the whole city at your fingertips! Located just 250 metres from the cathedral, Hotel Inglaterra enjoys the best location in the centre of Seville, in Plaza Nueva, opposite City Hall. Due to its status as Seville’s most prestigious accommodation, (just for the curious) the hotel Inglaterra received visits from illustrious people such as King Alfonso XIII (1915), Queen Elisabeth of Belgium (1921), the Prince of Wales (1927), Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen (1862) and the Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi (1863) among others..! Hope this makes you feel truly special for the beginning of your Travel Experience in Seville!
Overnight: Seville
Day 2: Seville Culture Walking Tour - "Hidden History: Women of Seville Tour"
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, expect a unique tour of Seville, where you'll find out about the history of women in Seville! During this 3 hour Guided Walking Tour, you will visit important places where all the stories of incredible women will be unveiled. The Story of Queen Isabel the Catholic, Maria Luisa, Carmen, Clara Campoamor among other personalities, and secret stories related to these ladies, in the renowned Plaza de España and Santa Cruz Quarter. We would be delighted to share with you, stories that not only influenced the history of Seville but of the whole of Spain and, in some special cases, the entire world.
Overnight: Seville
Day 3: The Unforgettable Sevillian History Guided Day Tour
Meals included: Breakfast
Reserve your whole day for us! We have reserved a special excursion to the Roman city of Itálica where you will enter the ancient city, birth location of emperors Adriano and Trajan. Here in Itálica you be introduced to the ancient streets, the unique mosaics, hot springs, aqueducts, houses and, the one and only Itálica Amphitheater which is the third largest in the world, with a capacity for 25,000 spectators, where many famous gladiatorial fights took place, and for the curious, this is one of the popular Game of Thrones series filming locations. We will also visit its famous Roman Theatre, discovered in the middle of the twentieth century, one of the best preserved in Europe, which is also still in use today. We will then stop by the Monastery of San Isidoro del Campo, a medieval fortress that hides breathtaking mural paintings and significant sculptures and treasures from the Mudejar, Gothic and Baroque Period. Finally, after the whole day discovering, you will be guided to a traditional and rural Sevillian Winery to relax and gather for a tasting of local wine, to help fully live the Sevillian Experience. We can now guarantee you, that after a whole day of discovery, you will return to Seville with the knowledge behind all the secrets of the Bibles Translation to Spanish, the Roman Empire influence in Seville and the wonders around the city of Itálica"
Overnight: Seville
Day 4: Discovery of Alcazar & Jewish Quarter
Meals included: Breakfast
Be ready for a day to be taken away to Sevilles former Jewish Quarter and we can guarantee you will be impressed by the indescribable atmosphere, the fascinating stories and mystical legends about the Santa Cruz neighbourhood. We will show you all the secrets behnd the "La Juderia", take you for a city walk around the Gardens of Murillo, from the Plaza Santa Cruz passing by Callejon del Agua, Madre de Dios Convent and Cabeza del Rey Don Pedro. Trust us, the entanglement of the winding and picturesque tiny streets, will truly make you feel fully overawed by the towns beauty and culture!
Overnight: Seville
Day 5: Excursion to Granada and the Mystical Alhambra
Meals included: Breakfast
Be ready for an extraordinary day of discovery! From Seville, we will take you to Granada, our first stop will be at the Alhambra in Granada, which is the most prominent. This old Andalusian fortress, formed of palaces and gardens, served as accommodation for the monarch and the court during the Nasrid Kingdom. It is listed as one of the most beautiful places in the world and is one of the biggest tourist attractions of the entire monumental complex, standing out from among all the Nasrid Palaces. During our four-hour tour inside the monument, our guide will accompany you, explaining and discovering every corner of this magnificent place full of a thousand stories and singularities. After exploring the mystical Alhambra, we will take you to the heart of Granada, for a reminiscent walk through the monuments, streets, and highlights of this historical section of the city and have lunch in one of the typical Tapas bars of the city. A day of unforgettable memories for sure!
Overnight: Seville
Day 6: Day Dedicated To Tapas & Flamenco "A Tale of Triana"
Meals included: Breakfast, Tapas
The pulsating life on the streets of Seville is palpable, and this tour takes you direct to the best of the city’s culture and food! We believe visiting Seville, without getting a "sight" of flamenco while you there, would not be the same. We will take you inside Seville’s most popular neighborhood, Triana, where you will be immersed in the underbelly of the flamenco scene and learn all about the secrets behind its movements. Instead of touristy shows, we take you behind-the-scenes, for a workshop of your own to try, and dance away at your best, in the very neighborhood where flamenco was born! Be ready for your Spanish "Olé!!" and, in the end, to enjoy a traditional Flamenco Show and an aperitif to go with it and three stops at Triana’s best tapas spots!
Overnight: Seville
Day 7: Departure
Meals included: Breakfast
Today you are scheduled to be checked out of your hotel. Depending on your availability, feel free to explore and discover a little more of what Seville has to offer. Either going for a lovely walk downtown or simply spend your day relaxing by the town's square with a lovely glass of Andalusian Wine, enjoying the sunshine. Or, if you'd like any further experiences or tours, feel free to contact your Concierge - Iberian Escapes - we are happy to assist at any time. Since it's time to say goodbye - We believe you are now richer in experiences and emotions and have, hopefully, made unforgettable memories for the rest of your life. Promise yourself “I’ll be back” – as we will be waiting for you for your next adventure around the Iberian Peninsula. If you'd like to extend your stay in Seville, please don't hesitate to contact Iberian Escapes, as all our itineraries can be adjusted/ extended to your preference.
