10 Day Essential Portugal & Spain
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- View Lisbon's treasured 16th century Belem Tower and the Monument of Discoveries Discover the charming town of Zafra with its 15th century Alcazar (fortress) Tour the astonishing Mezquita de Cordoba, transformed into a soaring cathedral Take an orientation tour of Zaragoza, located on the banks of the mighty Río Ebro Leisure time in Barcelona with its unending choice of museums, galleries, and cafes †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
What's this trip about?
2 Lisbon, 2 Seville, 2 Madrid, 2 Barcelona
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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- Flights New York-Lisbon, Barcelona-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 8 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Lisbon 2 nights Seville 2 nights Madrid 2 nights Barcelona Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† Breakfast daily Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
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Itinerary
DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Portugal
Depart for Portugal
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Lisbon
Welcome to Lisbon with its Moorish and Roman ruins. Transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM
Overnight: Lisbon
DAY 3, Sunday - Lisbon City Tour
The morning city tour of Lisbon begins with a stop at the top of Edward VII's Park for panoramic views over the hills of Lisbon and the River Tagus. Next, view the treasured 16th century Belem Tower and the Monument of Discoveries, standing at the marina in Belem, start...
DAY 4, Monday - Zafra en route to Seville
Depart Lisbon and head south. Cross the region of Alentejo, with its rolling hills, vineyards and cork oak trees. Reach the Spanish border and enter the region of Extremadura. Stop at the town of Zafra with its 15th century Alcazar (fortress). After an orientation tour, ...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Full Day in Seville
Spend the day at leisure or, join the optional Seville City Tour. Begin at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park before taking a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the Cathedral of Seville, ...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Cordoba en route to Madrid
Depart Seville and head north towards Madrid. En route stop in Cordoba, founded by the Romans. Visit the Mezquita de Cordoba, a grand mosque that was transformed into a soaring cathedral in the 16th century. A walking tour of the city reveals the ancient Jewish Quarter w...
DAY 7, Thursday - Full Day in Madrid
Today is at leisure. Perhaps, join the optional Madrid City Tour. Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the Royal Palace. Pass through Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. In the afternoon, join the optional Toledo Tour. Tak...
DAY 8, Friday - Zaragoza en route to Barcelona
Depart Madrid this morning and head to Barcelona. On the way, stop at Zaragoza, located on the banks of the mighty Río Ebro. Take an orientation tour of the city and spend time at leisure. In the afternoon, continue to Barcelona with its unending choice of museums, galle...
DAY 9, Saturday - Full Day in Barcelona
Today, spend a full day at leisure in Barcelona, or join the optional guided Barcelona City tour, where you will get an introduction to the city and view its famous landmarks. In the afternoon, participate in the optional Gaudi Monuments tour with a guide and discover so...
DAY 10, Sunday - Depart Spain
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Last Updated: 7/13/2023
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Optional Activities
Barcelona City Tour During this Barcelona city tour, you will get an introduction to the artistic city with its famous landmarks. Begin with a drive along the harbor to Plaza Catalunya, the city's bustling main square and Plaza de España home to the old bullfighting ring. Ascend Montjuic Hill, home to the Olympic Complex, encompassing a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Summer Olympics.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $35 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain.
Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $55 Gaudi Monuments Discover some of Gaudi's most important creations. Begin with a drive through Barcelona's Eixample district and view his masterpiece, the iconic Sagrada Familia. Then, continue along the elegant Passeig de Gracia boulevard to view the "skull and bones" Casa Batllo and Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Güell, where the colors and expressions of Gaudi's work are boldly displayed.
Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $55 Madrid City Tour Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the magnificent Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. Pass through the elegant Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. Conclude the tour with views of the Retiro Park and Prado Museum.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $35 Palacio de las Dueñas & Walk through Old Town Tour the gorgeous palace, built in the 15th century in Renaissance style with Gothic and Moorish accents and learn about its intriguing history. Explore its majestic rooms and view a diverse collection of art work including paintings and sculptures. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and lovely arcaded courtyard. Following the visit, walk around Seville's Old Town.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Royal Carriage & Gulbenkian Museum Visit the Royal Carriage Museum housing an impressive collection of royal coaches, carriages and vehicles from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Afterward, tour the Gulbenkian Museum which is Portugal's finest museum, boasting one of the best collections of classical art in Europe with over 6,000 pieces on display.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $60 Seville City Tour Begin the city tour of Seville at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park. Afterward, take a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the imposing Cathedral of Seville, burial site of Christopher Columbus and La Giralda Bell tower.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $30 Toledo Tour Toledo is a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty. Former capital of Spain and one of the oldest cities in Europe, Toledo has magnificent examples of architecture from different periods, making it one of the leading artistic cities of the country. In Toledo visit the most famous monuments, such as St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's 'The Burial of Count Orgaz" and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Also admire its famous hand-crafted work, the "Damasquinado."
Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Barcelona City Tour During this Barcelona city tour, you will get an introduction to the artistic city with its famous landmarks. Begin with a drive along the harbor to Plaza Catalunya, the city's bustling main square and Plaza de España home to the old bullfighting ring. Ascend Montjuic Hill, home to the Olympic Complex, encompassing a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Summer Olympics.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $35 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain.
Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $55 Gaudi Monuments Discover some of Gaudi's most important creations. Begin with a drive through Barcelona's Eixample district and view his masterpiece, the iconic Sagrada Familia. Then, continue along the elegant Passeig de Gracia boulevard to view the "skull and bones" Casa Batllo and Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Güell, where the colors and expressions of Gaudi's work are boldly displayed.
Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $55 Madrid City Tour Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the magnificent Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. Pass through the elegant Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. Conclude the tour with views of the Retiro Park and Prado Museum.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $35 Palacio de las Dueñas & Walk through Old Town Tour the gorgeous palace, built in the 15th century in Renaissance style with Gothic and Moorish accents and learn about its intriguing history. Explore its majestic rooms and view a diverse collection of art work including paintings and sculptures. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and lovely arcaded courtyard. Following the visit, walk around Seville's Old Town.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Royal Carriage & Gulbenkian Museum Visit the Royal Carriage Museum housing an impressive collection of royal coaches, carriages and vehicles from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Afterward, tour the Gulbenkian Museum which is Portugal's finest museum, boasting one of the best collections of classical art in Europe with over 6,000 pieces on display.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $60 Seville City Tour Begin the city tour of Seville at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park. Afterward, take a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the imposing Cathedral of Seville, burial site of Christopher Columbus and La Giralda Bell tower.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $30 Toledo Tour Toledo is a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty. Former capital of Spain and one of the oldest cities in Europe, Toledo has magnificent examples of architecture from different periods, making it one of the leading artistic cities of the country. In Toledo visit the most famous monuments, such as St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's 'The Burial of Count Orgaz" and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Also admire its famous hand-crafted work, the "Damasquinado."
Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Barcelona City Tour During this Barcelona city tour, you will get an introduction to the artistic city with its famous landmarks. Begin with a drive along the harbor to Plaza Catalunya, the city's bustling main square and Plaza de España home to the old bullfighting ring. Ascend Montjuic Hill, home to the Olympic Complex, encompassing a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Summer Olympics.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $35 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain.
Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $55 Gaudi Monuments Discover some of Gaudi's most important creations. Begin with a drive through Barcelona's Eixample district and view his masterpiece, the iconic Sagrada Familia. Then, continue along the elegant Passeig de Gracia boulevard to view the "skull and bones" Casa Batllo and Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Güell, where the colors and expressions of Gaudi's work are boldly displayed.
Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $55 Madrid City Tour Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the magnificent Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. Pass through the elegant Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. Conclude the tour with views of the Retiro Park and Prado Museum.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $35 Palacio de las Dueñas & Walk through Old Town Tour the gorgeous palace, built in the 15th century in Renaissance style with Gothic and Moorish accents and learn about its intriguing history. Explore its majestic rooms and view a diverse collection of art work including paintings and sculptures. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and lovely arcaded courtyard. Following the visit, walk around Seville's Old Town.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Seville City Tour Begin the city tour of Seville at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park. Afterward, take a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the imposing Cathedral of Seville, burial site of Christopher Columbus and La Giralda Bell tower.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $30 Toledo Tour Toledo is a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty. Former capital of Spain and one of the oldest cities in Europe, Toledo has magnificent examples of architecture from different periods, making it one of the leading artistic cities of the country. In Toledo visit the most famous monuments, such as St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's 'The Burial of Count Orgaz" and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Also admire its famous hand-crafted work, the "Damasquinado."
Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Barcelona City Tour During this Barcelona city tour, you will get an introduction to the artistic city with its famous landmarks. Begin with a drive along the harbor to Plaza Catalunya, the city's bustling main square and Plaza de España home to the old bullfighting ring. Ascend Montjuic Hill, home to the Olympic Complex, encompassing a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Summer Olympics.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $35 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain.
Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $55 Gaudi Monuments Discover some of Gaudi's most important creations. Begin with a drive through Barcelona's Eixample district and view his masterpiece, the iconic Sagrada Familia. Then, continue along the elegant Passeig de Gracia boulevard to view the "skull and bones" Casa Batllo and Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Güell, where the colors and expressions of Gaudi's work are boldly displayed.
Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $55 Madrid City Tour Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the magnificent Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. Pass through the elegant Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. Conclude the tour with views of the Retiro Park and Prado Museum.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $35 Palacio de las Dueñas & Walk through Old Town Tour the gorgeous palace, built in the 15th century in Renaissance style with Gothic and Moorish accents and learn about its intriguing history. Explore its majestic rooms and view a diverse collection of art work including paintings and sculptures. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and lovely arcaded courtyard. Following the visit, walk around Seville's Old Town.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Royal Carriage & Gulbenkian Museum Visit the Royal Carriage Museum housing an impressive collection of royal coaches, carriages and vehicles from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Afterward, tour the Gulbenkian Museum which is Portugal's finest museum, boasting one of the best collections of classical art in Europe with over 6,000 pieces on display.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $60 Seville City Tour Begin the city tour of Seville at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park. Afterward, take a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the imposing Cathedral of Seville, burial site of Christopher Columbus and La Giralda Bell tower.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $30 Toledo Tour Toledo is a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty. Former capital of Spain and one of the oldest cities in Europe, Toledo has magnificent examples of architecture from different periods, making it one of the leading artistic cities of the country. In Toledo visit the most famous monuments, such as St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's 'The Burial of Count Orgaz" and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Also admire its famous hand-crafted work, the "Damasquinado."
Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70
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Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
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