Spain & Portugal in Style (Small Groups)

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Step into the rich worlds of Spain and Portugal on this 13-Day guided tour. Explore Granada’s grand Alhambra Palace with a Local Expert, who will lead you through its exotic water gardens. After wandering the white-washed alleys of Seville on a guided tour, visit an 18th century mansion, where you’ll be treated to a private-but-passionate flamenco dance perfo...
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Overview

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

What's this trip about?

    Step into the rich worlds of Spain and Portugal on this 13-Day guided tour. Explore Granada’s grand Alhambra Palace with a Local Expert, who will lead you through its exotic water gardens. After wandering the white-washed alleys of Seville on a guided tour, visit an 18th century mansion, where you’ll be treated to a private-but-passionate flamenco dance performance; later, enjoy a romantic carriage ride through the city's streets. In Lisbon, have the Queluz National Palace all to yourself during a private visit. Marvel over Madrid’s Prado Museum, where an art historian will lead you on a tour of Spanish masterpieces. The Activity Level of this tour is Balanced, meaning there is 1 to 3 miles of walking per day which may include some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones and stairs.

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

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Portugal

Activities

  • Culture
  • Luxury Travel

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 noble boulevards and visit Gaudí's imaginative Sagrada Família. Later, stroll through the colorful mosaics of Park Güell with a Local Expert.

Ohla Eixample Barcelona.

Breakfast

Day 3: Valencia and the Orange Blossom Coast

Follow the golden Costa Dorada to seaside La Galera. Savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at the Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia.

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, relax over dinner.

Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Seville, the City of Carmen Relaxed Start

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 with the option of room service, a Spanish cooking experience awaits in an Andalucían market. Learn the secrets to Spain’s popular dishes and dine on your creations. Choose a romantic horse and carriage ride or allow us to reserve you a VIP seat at a chic rooftop bar.

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

Savor another Relaxed Start before viewing Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower. Use the Queluz Palace tile instead in the Curated Experiences tile carousel. If you can have a carousel of 3 experiences we can add the Coach Museum too. Finish the day enjoying local cuisine 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 and sip on a selection of tantalizing wines. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner of Alentejo specialties.

Convento do Espinheiro, Évora.

Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.

Breakfast

Day 12: Madrid of the Bourbons Relaxed Start

Curate your day, join an art historian at Madrid’s Prado Museum or explore the maze-like Old Town paired with a sampling of traditional churros. Celebrate your travels over a final decadent dinner.

Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.

Breakfast, Dinner

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 $8,025
Price per day$617
Last Updated: 4/26/2024
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$8,498
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$14,612
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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 a Welcome 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.
  • 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.
  • Évora: Explore a local winery and learn about their processes and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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