Lisbon to Madrid - 6 days

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SMALL GROUP TOUR: Travel from the capital of Portugal to the capital of Spain on this 6 day escorted group tour. Explore the former capital of Coimbra and one of the oldest universities in the world before strolling around the streets of Porto to find historic cathedrals and cellars. Spend two nights in Santiago de Compostela, one of the most famous pilgrimag...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Coimbra - Explore this former Portuguese capital with an included visit to one of the oldest universities in the world
    • Porto - Uncover this delightful city independently, with time to sightsee, cruise the Douro River and sample local port wine
    • Douro Valley - Take an optional trip to this picturesque valley and enjoy a peaceful river cruise
    • Braga - See the famous Bom Jesus Sanctuary and if you're feeling fit, climb the 600 steps for panoramic views over the region
    • Santiago de Compostela - Spend two nights in one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the world
    • Las Medulas - Marvel at these mountains that once stored one of the Roman Empire's most important gold mines
    • Salamanca - Discover the history and culture of Salamanca's Old Town and university with free time to explore
    • El Escorial - Take in the UNESCO-listed home of the Spanish Royal Family on an included visit

What's this trip about?

    SMALL GROUP TOUR: Travel from the capital of Portugal to the capital of Spain on this 6 day escorted group tour. Explore the former capital of Coimbra and one of the oldest universities in the world before strolling around the streets of Porto to find historic cathedrals and cellars. Spend two nights in Santiago de Compostela, one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the world and opt to visit to Cape Finisterre, thought by ancient Europeans to be the 'End of the World'. Wander Salamanca's Old Town, stop in Avila and explore El Escorial, home of the Spanish Royal Family.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLisbon
End CitySalamanca

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Lisbon
  • Porto
  • Salamanca
  • Santiago de Compostela

Trip includes

    • 5 breakfasts
    • 5 nights in a 3-4 star hotels
    • Escorted by an English-speaking guide
    • Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury mini-coach with a local driver
    • Entrance to Coimbra University Library and El Escorial
    • 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details
    • Tourist taxes
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Lisbon

Lisbon – Obidos – Coimbra – Aveiro – Porto. Departing Lisbon this morning, we head first to Obidos, a charming walled town filled with delightful discoveries. There is free time here to explore the sturdy walls of the Moorish Castle, stroll through cobbled shopping la...

Day : 2 Porto

Porto – Douro Valley – Porto. Today you have a choice! You can enjoy a free day in Porto to explore at your own pace, or you can join an optional half-day excursion to the Douro Valley. On our optional trip, we travel to Pinhao for a river cruise on a traditional ...

Day : 3 Porto

Porto – Braga – Guimaraes – Santiago de Compostela (Spain). Today we leave Porto and journey north to Braga, where we take in the renowned Bom Jesus Sanctuary. This site, celebrated for its religious, cultural, and architectural significance, earned its UNESCO World H...

Day : 4 Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela – Cape Finisterre – Santiago de Compostela. Today, You have another choice to make. Free time to explore Santiago de Compostela or an optional full-day excursion to Cape Finisterre. If you opt for the trip, the day commences with a scenic dr...

Day : 5 Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela – Lugo – Las Medulas – Salamanca. Our day begins in Lugo, best known for housing the world's only fully intact Roman city walls. We can take a leisurely stroll along these ancient defences, channelling our inner Roman Legionnaire. Next, we'll...

Day : 6 Salamanca

Salamanca – Avila – El Escorial – Madrid. There's free time this morning to explore Salamanca independently before we journey onto the vast plains of Castile and Leon. We make a stop for lunch in Avila before an included visit to El Escorial, home to the Spanish Royal...

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Escaping a cold London winter back in 1998, we followed the sun for a colourful adventure around the world. Discovering amazing history, interesting cultures and the jaw-dropping beauty of our planet, the friends we made along the way made our journey all the more special. Inspired to share our experiences, the seeds were sown and On The Go Tours was born.

Over the years we’ve grown into a small yet global company, with a purposeful local ethos. True to our own travels, authenticity is core to our holidays. We’d love you to experience a country the way it really is, with people who live there and know it inside out. We know this makes the difference between a great holiday and a truly memorable one. Our carefully sought out English-speaking local guides are passionate about sharing their country with you and we believe that they are amongst the best in the business.

We know too that adventure feels better with a chilled beer poolside or a soft pillow at the end of each day and we search out comfortable hotels and boutique properties for your stay. As we love to say - travel with us and adventure in style!

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Additional meals and drinks unless specified
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities & additional attractions unless specified above

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels,
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Minimum age 18, escorted by an adult
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