Spain and Portugal in Style (Small Groups)

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Embark on a 13-day journey through the rich worlds of Spain and Portugal. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace's water gardens with a Local Expert. Wander through Seville’s white-washed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion. In Lisbon, uncover royal tales at the elegant Queluz Palace. Experience a moving Cante Alentej...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Embark on a 13-day journey through the rich worlds of Spain and Portugal. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace's water gardens with a Local Expert. Wander through Seville’s white-washed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion. In Lisbon, uncover royal tales at the elegant Queluz Palace. Experience a moving Cante Alentejano recital in Serpa, a form of traditional Portuguese singing recognised by UNESCO showcasing Portugal’s soulful heritage. In Madrid, an art historian will guide you through the Prado Museum’s Spanish masterpieces. Savor Iberia with curated culinary experiences, from Michelin-starred dining and market tastings to a hands-on cooking class, blending tradition with modern flair.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBarcelona
End CityMadrid

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Luxury Travel

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Welcome to Barcelona

Your Spain and Portugal luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxury boutique hotel. Upon arrival, enjoy exquisite city views from the rooftop bar and infinity pool before dining on traditional Spanish delights.

Ohla Eixample Barcelona.

Dinner

Day 2: Catalonia’s Creative Capital Relaxed Start

Wind your way along Barcelona's grand boulevards, taking in the city's elegant architecture and vibrant atmosphere, before visiting Gaudí's breathtaking Sagrada Família, a masterpiece of intricate design and soaring towers. Later, stroll through the colorful mosaics a...

Day 3: Valencia and the Orange Blossom Coast

Follow the golden Costa Dorada through olive and orange groves along the Mediterranean coast to seaside La Galera. Savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at Vicent Guimera's Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia. Explore this vibrant city, rich in history with your Travel Concierge.

Hospes Palau de La Mar, Valencia.

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Granada and the Alhambra Palace

Discover Granada’s 13th-century Alhambra Palace, with its intricate Islamic designs, exotic gardens and tranquil pools. Conclude with a decadent stay at a renovated 19th-century palace.

Hospes Palacio de los Patos, Granada.

Breakfast

Day 5: Córdoba and Seville Relaxed Start

Step back in time at Córdoba’s Old Roman Bridge and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Arriving in Seville, enjoy a cocktail before dining at an elegant restaurant.

Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Seville, the City of Carmen Relaxed Start

Discover the rich Andalusian culture of Seville with its orange-scented streets and lively plazas. Explore the intricate details of famous masterpieces at the Fine Arts Museum. Embrace the passionate Flamenco with a private dance lesson.

Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.

Breakfast

Day 7: The Flavors of Andalucía Relaxed Start

After a Relaxed Start, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and scents of Andalusia with a morning market visit to Mercado de Abastos. Your cooking experience awaits. Learn the secrets to Spain's popular dishes and dine on your creations.

Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8: Across the Alentejo to Lisbon Relaxed Start

Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch you’re treated to a performance of Cante Alentejano, a traditional polyphonic singing style recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon.

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9: Lisbon and the Age of Discoveries Relaxed Start

Enjoy another Relaxed Start before viewing Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower. Continue with a visit to the National Coach Museum before marvelling at the architectural detail of the Queluz Palace. Finish the day enjoying local specialties as you dine in style this evening.

Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon.

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10: Forever Évora Relaxed Start

Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate, learn about their winemaking process and have the privilege to sip on a selection of their tantalising local wines well-known to the Portuguese but largely undiscovered further afield...

Day 11: The Roman Ruins of Mérida and Madrid

Make your way across green and golden farmlands to Mérida’s well-preserved Roman Theater. From Roman ruins to a vibrant, modern city, journey through the sunbaked landscapes of Extremadura to Madrid. As the city lights up, the evening is yours to stroll along Calle Serrano, Madrid’s most famous and elegant shopping street.

Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.

Breakfast

Day 12: Madrid of the Bourbons Relaxed Start

Begin with a stroll among the city's historic sites with your Local Expert admiring the statue of Cervantes and the Cibeles Fountain that exhibits a rush of movement leaving you eager for sites to come. Personalise your day joining an art historian at the Prado Museum...

Day 13: Depart Madrid

After breakfast, bid farewell to your travel companions before your private transfer to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $8,425
Price per day$648
Last Updated: 12/20/2024
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02 May 2025
14 May 2025
$9,375
$11,435
09 May 2025
21 May 2025
$8,875
$10,935
23 May 2025
04 Jun 2025
$8,875
$10,915
06 Jun 2025
18 Jun 2025
$8,795
$10,805
20 Jun 2025
02 Jul 2025
$8,795
$10,805
18 Jul 2025
30 Jul 2025
$8,425
$10,245
15 Aug 2025
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$8,425
$10,245
29 Aug 2025
10 Sep 2025
$8,725
$10,715
12 Sep 2025
24 Sep 2025
$8,795
$10,805
19 Sep 2025
01 Oct 2025
$9,295
$11,315

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Accommodation

  • Ohla Eixample Barcelona.
  • Hospes Palau de La Mar, Valencia.
  • Hospes Palacio de los Patos, Granada.
  • Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.
  • Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon.
  • Convento do Espinheiro, Évora.
  • Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.
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Meals Included
  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • Barcelona: Enjoy dinner in this Mediterranean city, featuring fresh Barcelona seafood and traditional Spanish flavors.
  • Tarragona: Indulge at the Michelin-starred L'Antic Moli. Savor a lunch that embraces contemporary, gourmet cuisine and follows the rhythms of the seasons from locally sourced ingredients. Vicent Guimerà was awarded a Michelin Green Star for his commitment to zero -mile ingredients and sustainability.
  • Enjoy a highlight dinner In the heart of Seville. A stately home from the late 19th century, Casa Manolo León , was inaugurated in November 1999 by the brothers Agustín and Manolo León Leal and has become a popular establishment in the city .
  • Seville: Discover the varied flavours of Andalusia during a market tour and Spanish cooking experience. Learn the culinary secrets to some of Spain's most popular dishes and enjoy your own creations for lunch.
  • Lisbon: Enjoy authentic Portuguese dining in an elegant atmosphere at Cervejaria Liberdade.
  • Évora: Explore a local winery and learn about their processes and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
  • Madrid: Enjoy the local flavors of Madrid at dinner this evening.
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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Trip ID
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