Region: Europe Type: Guaranteed Departures, Scheduled Tours Length: 15 Days
Tap Rating: TAP Superior
This is a fascinating tour of two colorful countries. Learn about ancient cultures, explore modern cities and relax in the delightful climate of the Iberian Peninsula. During this tour, we will adapt to the customary later time schedule of Spain by departing at 9:00 a.m. and having dinner at 8:00 p.m. on several days.
Day 2- Lisbon Arrive at Lisbon Airport and check in to the hotel. Take a walk to gain first impressions then meet up for a ‘Welcome Dinner”. Hotel Mundial, Lisbon, Portugal or similar (D)
Day 3- Lisbon Explore Lisbon with your tour manager. Then continue your discovery of Lisbon independently or join the optional ‘Cascais, & Estoril’ excursion. Later, consider the optional ‘Fado Dinner.’ Hotel Mundial, Lisbon, Portugal or similar (B)
Day 4- Seville Cross the Sado River at Alcacer do Sal and lunch in the Algarve Region. Cross the border into southern Spain for two nights in Seville. Hotel Don Paco, Seville, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 5- Seville Explore Seville with a local guide, who will introduce you to all the main sites. The afternoon is yours to explore the old neighborhood, Maria Luisa Park, or the Flamenco Museum. An optional ‘Flamenco Dinner Show’ is also available. Hotel Don Paco, Seville, Spain or similar (B)
Day 6- Jerez & Algeciras Stop in the old town of Jerez and take a tour of a sherry-making bodega. Then, relax the rest of the day in Algeciras or join the optional excursion to ‘Gibraltar.’ Globales Reina Cristina, Algeciras, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 7- Algeciras Spend the day as you like in Algeciras. Shop the markets of the Plaza Alta, the main square, or stroll around the port. If you have booked the full day optional ‘Morocco’ excursion, ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar to visit intriguing Morocco. Return to the hotel for dinner. Globales Reina Cristina, Algeciras, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 8- Ronda & Costa del Sol Wind your way up the thrilling mountin roads for dramatic views into the Tajo Ravine from the unique town of Ronda.The final destination for the day is Costa del Sol, the Sun Coast. Hotel Meliã Costa del Sol, Torremolinos, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 9- Granada & Costa del Sol This day focuses on the historic Alhambra in Granada. A local guide will share fascinating stories about this fortress. Hotel Meliã Costa del Sol, Torremolinos, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 10- Costa del Sol A day for relaxation! Walk the beach, swim in the Mediterranean, shop along the boardwalks, or join the optional morning ‘Malaga’ excursion. An optional evening ‘Mijas & Country Dinner’ excursion is also available. Hotel Meliã Costa del Sol, Torremolinos, Spain or similar (B)
Day 11- Córdoba & Baeza Travel to Córdoba, where a city resident will explain the cultural history that defines this Old Town. In the afternoon, visit an olive press museum before arriving in Baeza, a UNESCO world heritage site. Hotel Puerta de la Luna, Baeza, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 12- Madrid Head north to your final destination of Madrid. Upon arrival take an orientation tour, including an interior visit at the Prado Museum, before reaching the hotel. Novotel Madrid Center, Madrid, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 13- Madrid Pursue your own interests for a full day in Madrid. You may also choose to accompany your tour manager on the optional ‘Madrid Royal Palace’ excursion for some deeper insight on the history of Madrid. Optional ‘Madrid Dinner.’ Novotel Madrid Center, Madrid, Spain or similar (B)
Day 14- Madrid A day of leisure to spend in Madrid. The optional ‘Toledo’ excursion offers a visit to one of Europe’s most ancient cities. Enjoy the company of your fellow tour participants during the “Farewell Dinner”. Novotel Madrid Center, Madrid, Spain or similar (B,D)
Day 15- Flight back to U.S.A.
Price Per Person (U.S. Dollars):
Departure Date:
Tour Status
Single
Double
Triple
Quadruple
Oct 17, 2024
Available
Scheduled
$6085.00
$4090.00
Arrival Instructions
Arrive to Portugal by 9:00 am via Lisbon (LIS)
Departure Instructions
Depart from Spain after 11:00 am via Madrid (MAD)
Payment Policy
Deposit: $250.00 per person due at time of booking - final payment due 90.00 days prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
Tour Includes:
13 nights Superior Tourist Class or First Class accommodations 22 meals: 13 Breakfasts and 9 Dinners Sightseeing and visits as outlined in the itinerary. Tour manager from Lisbon to Madrid. Touring by deluxe motor coach. Luggage handling for one piece of luggage per person.
Tour Highlights:
Lisbon
Seville
Ronda
Costa del Sol
Granada Alhambra
Cordoba
Baeza & Olive Press Museum
Madrid
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