Highlights of Spain and Portugal
A round-trip featuring all the highlights of Spain and Portugal. Spend time in the pilgrimage centre of Fátima, join a family on their stud farm in the Alentejo and explore the icons left behind by Catholic kings and Moorish sultans.
- 10 May 2026 – 22 May 2026
from $6,125 pp twin share * - 17 May 2026 – 29 May 2026
from $6,150 pp twin share * - 24 May 2026 – 05 Jun 2026
from $6,150 pp twin share * - 31 May 2026 – 12 Jun 2026
from $5,363.60 pp twin share * - 07 Jun 2026 – 19 Jun 2026
from $6,095 pp twin share * - 14 Jun 2026 – 26 Jun 2026
from $5,099.60 pp twin share * - 28 Jun 2026 – 10 Jul 2026
from $5,595 pp twin share * - 05 Jul 2026 – 17 Jul 2026
from $4,796 pp twin share * - 23 Aug 2026 – 04 Sep 2026
from $5,625 pp twin share * - 30 Aug 2026 – 11 Sep 2026
from $5,775 pp twin share * - 06 Sep 2026 – 18 Sep 2026
from $6,625 pp twin share * - 13 Sep 2026 – 25 Sep 2026
from $6,975 pp twin share * - 20 Sep 2026 – 02 Oct 2026
from $7,250 pp twin share * - 27 Sep 2026 – 09 Oct 2026
from $6,825 pp twin share * - 04 Oct 2026 – 16 Oct 2026
from $6,595 pp twin share * - 11 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026
from $6,325 pp twin share * - 18 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
from $5,575.50 pp twin share * - 01 Nov 2026 – 13 Nov 2026
from $5,575 pp twin share * - 15 Nov 2026 – 27 Nov 2026
from $5,575 pp twin share * - 06 Dec 2026 – 18 Dec 2026
from $5,575 pp twin share * - 21 Dec 2026 – 02 Jan 2027
from $6,025 pp twin share * - 27 Dec 2026 – 08 Jan 2027
from $6,025 pp twin share * - 03 Jan 2027 – 15 Jan 2027
from $5,575 pp twin share * - 24 Jan 2027 – 05 Feb 2027
from $5,425 pp twin share * - 31 Jan 2027 – 12 Feb 2027
from $5,425 pp twin share * - 07 Feb 2027 – 19 Feb 2027
from $5,425 pp twin share * - 14 Feb 2027 – 26 Feb 2027
from $5,425 pp twin share * - 28 Feb 2027 – 12 Mar 2027
from $5,475 pp twin share * - 07 Mar 2027 – 19 Mar 2027
from $5,475 pp twin share * - 14 Mar 2027 – 26 Mar 2027
from $5,595 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Welcome to Madrid:
The fiery Spanish capital of Madrid paves the way for an unforgettable journey through centuries of history and cultural highlights across the Iberian Peninsula. Embrace la buena vida and soak up the vibrant city atmosphere, before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for dinner and a city orientation. - Day 2 – Journey to Valencia:
Journey to Valencia, a city known for its modern verve and spirit of innovation. Your orientation includes views of the Towers of Serrano and Quart, along with the striking City of Arts and Sciences designed by Santiago Calatrava. During a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, enjoy organic horchata, Valencia’s celebrated local drink. This evening, you could choose to join an Optional Experience and learn to make paella with local chefs in the city where this much-loved dish began. - Day 3 – Off to Unique Guadix and on to Granada:
Travel to Guadix, where you’ll witness how generations of locals have carved cosy abodes into their rocky surrounds. We’ll visit the troglodyte cave dwellings that blend effortlessly into the surrounding ochre landscape. Then, journey to Granada, the last stronghold of the Moors in Europe. - Day 4 – Onwards to Córdoba and Seville:
Tread in the footsteps of Spain’s last emirs, joining your Local Specialist for a visit to the incredible Alhambra, with its amazing palaces, gardens and fountains. Inspired by poetry, the architecture is said to be a reflection of paradise as described in Islamic verse. Immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere in quiet courtyards, follow its colossal ancient walls and admire the ornate stone carvings. We then leave Granada behind for Córdoba where we’ll join a Local Specialist to visit the mesmerising Mosque of the Caliphs, a jewel of Hispano-Islamic art featuring striking arches and Byzantine mosaics. Our final stop for the day is alluring Seville, our home for the next three nights. - Day 5 – Uncover the Secrets of Seville:
Seville takes centre stage today as you explore this charismatic city. You’ll see the symbolic Giralda Bell Tower with a Local Specialist, then visit the Maria Luisa Park, home of the 1929 Exposition. The park was built in Moorish style and features half a mile of fountains, ponds, pavilions and lush plantings. You’ll explore the architectural gems of Seville’s 1929 Ibero-American Exposition and visit the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world, where the explorer Christopher Columbus is entombed. Consider an Optional Experience this evening to witness the twirling of colourful skirts and rhythmic clapping of castanets at a fiery flamenco performance. - Day 6 – Admire the Sights of Jerez and Cádiz:
We indulge in the aromatic flavours of Jerez today as we Dive into Culture and into the centuries-old tradition of Spanish sherry production. The quiet plazas of romantic Cádiz are our next stop. Tread in the footsteps of Columbus, who used this historic port city as his launchpad to the ‘New World’, and see the exotic plants and trees dotted throughout the city, said to have been brought here by him upon his return. - Day 7 – Venture to Évora:
Leaving the zesty scents of Seville behind, head to the golden landscapes of the Alentejo, where the Brito Paes family await your arrival for a special lunch on their traditional stud ranch, which has been rearing Lusitano horses since the 18th century. This Be My Guest experience takes place in the home of their ancestors before continuing to Évora for a guided sightseeing tour. With a Local Specialist you’ll visit Evora’s cathedral and Chapel of Bones, you will also see the Roman temple. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the hotel. - Day 8 – On to Lively Lisbon:
Arrive in the seafaring Portuguese capital of Lisbon this afternoon, where you’ll join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. Dive into Culture visiting the Belém Quarter and enjoy a taste of Pastéis de Belém. - Day 9 – Lisbon Your Way:
Today is yours to connect with the Portuguese capital. Relax at a sidewalk cafe with a creamy pastel de nata and venture to the Castle of São Jorge to admire the sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues that clad Lisbon’s seven hills. You may choose to join an optional trip through the Golden Triangle, visiting Estoril, Cascais and one of Lisbon’s stunning royal palaces. - Day 10 – Pilgrimage to Fátima and on to Salamanca:
Follow the road taken by pilgrims over the last 100 years to the Shrine at Fátima, a site of celebrated religious miracles. We then leave Portugal, travelling to the historic Spanish city of Salamanca with its golden-hued facades and ancient university heritage, where we will visit its 18th-century Plaza Mayor. - Day 11 – Continue to Toledo and Madrid:
See the walled city of Ávila, the city of Saint Teresa of Ávila. We then arrive in the clifftop city of Toledo and join a Local Specialist for a guided walk through its streets. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé and the former Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. Later, Dive into Culture and witness local craftsmen at work creating inlaid steel the traditional way. Arrive in Madrid this evening, your home for the next two nights. - Day 12 – Explore Fiery Madrid:
This morning, we join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of Madrid, where we’ll see the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain and Plaza de Oriente, originally created as a retreat for the royal family. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the city on your own terms. Admire the world’s finest collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum, indulge in some last-minute shopping on Gran Vía or consider an Optional Experience to the medieval UNESCO-listed city of Segovia. This evening marks the end of our memorable journey through the Iberian Peninsula. Join your fellow companions and Travel Director for dinner. - Day 13 – Adiós Madrid:
For now it’s time to say a fond farewell to our travelling companions, your Travel Director and the beauty of Spain and Portugal at the end of a memorable holiday.
Highlights
- Visit the pilgrimage center of Fátima and join a family on their stud farm in the Alentejo.
- Explore the icons left behind by Catholic kings and Moorish sultans.
- Enjoy a round-trip featuring all the must-see sights of Spain and Portugal.
A round-trip featuring all the highlights of Spain and Portugal. Spend time in the pilgrimage centre of Fátima, join a family on their stud farm in the Alentejo and explore the icons left behind by Catholic kings and Moorish sultans.
Inclusions
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities.
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
- Must-see sightseeing.
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
FAQs
- Abades Nevada Palace
- Gran Corona Sol
- M’AR de AR Muralhas
- Meliá Lebreros
- NH Collection Eurobuilding
- Novotel Valencia Lavant
- Olissippo Marquês de Sá
- VOCO Madrid Retiro
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 13 days and 12 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 10 May 2026 and 10 Apr 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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