16-day Spain & Portugal Tour
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Explore ancient and modern highlights in Spain and Portugal during a 16-day tour featuring Lisbon, Porto, Aveiro, Seville, Ronda, Costa del Sol, Granada, Córdoba, Toledo and Madrid. Admire the intricate mosaic world map at Lisbon's Monument to the Discoveries, stand amid the majestic architecture of Seville's Plaza de España, and view the dramatic Tajo Ravine from the cliff-top village of Ronda. Marvel at the fascinating construction of Granada’s Alhambra, and enjoy captivating sunsets along the Mediterranean's Costa del Sol. Discover the ancient village of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and receive insightful commentary on the masterpieces housed in Madrid's Prado Museum. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the vibrant and historic landscapes of Spain and Portugal. Highest Elevation: 2,372 feet in Ronda, Spain. Walking Expectations: “Active” - An average of 3 1/2 miles per day often encountering uneven surfaces, steps and inclines.
| 2025 Departure Dates | Price* | |
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| SOLD OUT | $4,340 pp | |
| Oct-21-2025 | $200PP DISCOUNT | $4,340 pp |
| 2026 Departure Dates | Price* | |
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| May-05-2026 | $200PP DISCOUNT | $4,390 pp |
| Oct-06-2026 | $200PP DISCOUNT | $4,390 pp |
Tour Year 2025
DAY 1 - Overnight Flight to Europe.
Overnight flight from the U.S.A. to Europe.
DAY 2 -MADRID . . Arrival at Madrid Airport.
Meet your tour manager and transfer (½ hr) to your hotel in Madrid. The afternoon is free for leisure and independent exploration in the attractive and lively Spanish capital (½ hr drive in each direction). Tonight, enjoy a "Welcome Dinner" within walking distance of the hotel. (Dinner)
DAY 3 - SPAIN . . Madrid.
This day focuses on Madrid starting with a tour by motor coach (1 hr) and a guided visit inside the Prado Art Museum. The remainder of the day is yours to pursue personal interests. This evening, dine independently or join the optional Madrid Dinner excursion (½ hr transfer each way). (Breakfast)
DAY 4 - SPAIN . . El Escorial – Salamanca
This morning takes you (1½ hrs) to the monument of the Spanish Renaissance - El Escorial. From there head out (3 hrs including comfort stop) across the region of Castile and León to your Salamanca hotel, followed by exploration of the old town and independent dinner. (Breakfast)
DAY 5 - PORTUGAL . . Aveiro.
Cross the border (2 hrs) into Portugal. Head on (2 hrs) to the city of Aveiro; your Tour Manager will give you a panoramic tour (½ hr) of the city before giving you time to explore on your own. This afternoon, continue your independent exploration, or join the Aveiro Moliceiro Boat Ride to view the city from the canals. Wrap up your day (½ hr) with dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 6 - PORTUGAL . . Porto.
Your destination (1½ hrs) is the beautiful city of Porto. A local guide will provide a walking tour to introduce you to the city, including a Port wine tasting. After a day spent exploring this historic city, join the optional Porto Boat Ride & Dinner excursion or dine independently before returning (1½ hrs) to your Aveiro hotel. (Breakfast)
DAY 7 - PORTUGAL . . Fatima - Lisbon.
Set out (2 hrs) for Fatima, renowned pilgrimage site. In the afternoon check into (2 hrs) your Lisbon hotel. Join your tour manager for a sightseeing tour by motor coach (3 hrs including a few stops). (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 8 - PORTUGAL . . Lisbon.
Spend this day as you wish, with sightseeing, shopping and to pursue your individual interests. Or consider taking the optional Sintra Palace & Cascais excursion (1 hr to Sintra, 1 hr to Cascais, and 1 hr return to Lisbon). (Breakfast)
DAY 9 - PORTUGAL . . Algarve Region & SPAIN . . Seville.
Travel (2½ hrs) making two rest stops and crossing the Sado River near Alcácer do Sal as you head South through Portugal. Continue (1½ hrs) to the lunch stop in the Algarve coastal region. After crossing into Spain travel through the province of Huelva (2¼ hrs) on the way to Seville. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 10 - SPAIN . . Seville.
Three-hour City Tour of Seville by coach and on foot. Time for independent sightseeing in the afternoon. For dinner tonight, try one of the cozy restaurants or join the optional Flamenco Show with Tapas excursion (¼ hr transfer each way). (Breakfast)
DAY 11 - SPAIN . . Ronda – Costa del Sol.
The morning destination (¾ hr) is a local Olive farm. After a visit including a tasting, continue (2 hrs) to the picturesque town of Ronda for a walking tour with a local guide. Transfer through the mountains and along the coast (1¾ hrs) to your hotel in the Mediterranean resort town of Torremolinos. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 12 - SPAIN . . Costa del Sol.
Free day for relaxing on the Costa del Sol or choose to take the optional Malaga excursion (¾ hr transfer each way). Late afternoon offers the optional Mijas and Country Dinner excursion (¾ hr transfer to Mijas, between Mijas and Country Dinner restaurant, and on return to hotel).(Breakfast)
DAY 13 - SPAIN . . Granada – Costa del Sol.
Full-day included visit (2 hrs each way) to Granada, with its astounding Alhambra (Red Castle). Before dinner, return to your resort hotel along the Costa del Sol. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 14 - SPAIN . . Córdoba – Toledo.
Continue north (2 hrs) to Cordóba, with its magnificent 8th century Mosque. Then, travel ( 1 ½ hrs) past the olive groves of Jaen. Continue (2 hrs) through the region of La Mancha with a short stop on the way ( 1 ½ hrs) to your hotel in Toledo. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 15 - SPAIN . . Toledo.
Spend the day in Toledo, one of Europe's most ancient cities ( ¼ hr transfer each way). In the evening, return to your Toledo hotel for your "Farewell Dinner". (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 16 - Daytime flight back to U.S.A.
Transfer (1 ½ hrs) to the Madrid Airport for your return flight home. (Breakfast)
- Receive insight on the masterpieces in Madrid's Prado Museum
- Learn about the background and process of Port wines in Porto
- Admire the mosaic world map at the Monument to the Discoveries
- Stand amid the majestic architecture of Plaza de España in Seville
- View the dramatic Tajo Ravine from the cliff-top village of Ronda
- Sample specially prepared dishes at a private Andalusian restaurant
- Marvel at the fascinating construction within Granada’s Alhambra
- Enjoy captivating sunsets along the Mediterranean's Costa del Sol
- Discover the ancient village of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Accommodations in Superior Tourist Class or First Class hotels
- 14 Breakfasts and 8 Dinners in addition to any in-flight meals
- Tour Manager for the full duration of the tour within Europe
- Land Transportation in Europe by deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach
- Image Tours Touroclopedia® trip preparation tips
- Trip Documents with final details and travel guidance
Mark & Robin B.
October 12, 2023Ivan & Milagros M.
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Novotel Madrid Center
Madrid, Spain- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini-bar
- free WIFI
- in-room safe
- elevator
- restaurant
- bar
- garden
Parador De Salamanca
Salamanca, Spain- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini-bar
- free WIFI
- in-room safe
- elevator
- restaurant
- bar
- terrace
- seasonal outdoor pool
Meliã Ria Hotel & Spa
Aveiro, Portugal- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini-bar
- In-room safe
- free WIFI
- elevator
- restaurant
- bar
NH Campo Grande
Lisbon, Portugal- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini-bar
- in room safe
- free WIFI
- Elevator
- restaurant
- bar
- fitness center
Hotel Silken Al-Andalus
Seville, Spain- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- TV
- free WIFI
- free in-room safe included for our groups (obtain code at check-in)
- elevators
- restaurants
- bar
- fitness center
Hotel Meliã Costa del Sol
Torremolinos (Costa del Sol), Spain- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini bar
- in-room safe
- free WI-FI
- elevator
- restaurant
- bar
- outdoor swimming pool
- gym
- beach nearby
Parador De Toledo
Toledo, Spain- hairdryer
- air conditioning
- satellite TV
- mini bar
- in-room safe
- free WIFI
- elevator
- restaurant
- seasonal outdoor swimming pool
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS DETAILS
$0.00Our tours are carefully planned to offer a comfortable balance of sightseeing, entertainment and leisure time. Optional Excursions provide the flexibility to choose between leisure time or additional guided sightseeing activities. Unless otherwise noted, optional excursions must be booked with and paid to your tour manager during the tour. Prices are in U.S. Dollars. MASTERCARD®, VISA®, or DISCOVER® (no other credit cards are accepted) are recommended to avoid carrying excessive cash and exchange rate fluctuations. You must be able to present the actual card to your tour manager. If you bring a DISCOVER® card, also bring a VISA® or MASTERCARD®, as DISCOVER® is not widely accepted in Europe. Cash payments during the tour must be in Euros. Personal checks and traveler’s checks are not accepted. The operation of all excursions is subject to sufficient participation, and some excursions are subject to favorable weather conditions. Your tour manager reserves the right to make changes or cancel excursions at their sole discretion.
PORTO BOAT RIDE & DINNER
4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $85.00Meet your Tour Manager for a short walk to the boarding point of your 45-minute boat ride through the River Douro. View the bridges and sites of Porto from the water. Afterwards, a waterfront restuarant hosts a dinner of local specialties including, if you like, a glass of Porto wine.
SINTRA PALACE & CASCAIS
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $75.00Formerly a summer residence for nobility, Sintra displays an influential balance of landscape and architecture. After visiting the National Palace, explore the original town center. Drive through Sintra-Cascais Natural Park to Portugal’s west coast. The fishing village of Cascais provides a charming spot for an independent lunch before returning to Lisbon along the Atlantic beaches and River Tagus.
FLAMENCO SHOW WITH TAPAS
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $85.00During a dinner of Andalusian Tapas (an assortment of several dishes typical of the area), you will be mesmerized by the performances of skilled Flamenco dancers and their musical accompaniment. The artistically precise combination of singing, dancing, hand clapping and guitar strumming is captivating.
MALAGA
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $45.00Stop at the tip of Malaga’s famous port for a striking view of the waterfront district. Then, from the vantage of the castle ruins atop the 400-foot-high Gibralfaro Hill, you have a bird’seye view of the bay. During a walk downtown, accompanied by a local guide, see the Roman Theater ruins and the Cathedral. Round it all off with a tasting of the famed Malaga wine.
MIJAS & COUNTRY DINNER
4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $65.00Step back in time in the whitewashed village of Mijas. Perhaps you will take a ride or photo (approximately €15) with one of the favorite locals, the burro taxi. After exploring, admire the view as the sun starts to set over the Mediterranean. In the cozy setting of a family-operated countryside restaurant, sit down to an Andalusian dinner with wine included.