Spain's Costa del Sol & The Portuguese Riviera
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Highlights
- Enjoy a tour and tasting of local wines at a centuries-old winemaker.
- Savor regional wines with every included dinner.
- Journey on the thrilling AVE high-speed train.
- Embark on a walking tour of the Mezquita, a religious marvel.
- Travel to Ronda, one of Spain's loveliest and most historic towns.
- Enjoy a day at leisure in the picturesque Costa del Sol.
- Take a day trip to Granada, the last great capital of the Moors.
- Tour the world-famous Alhambra,* a hilltop palace.
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Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s dynamic capital city. Tonight, enjoy a charming welcome dinner.
Today, it’s your choice! Join a local expert who introduces you to Madrid’s architectural treasures on a panoramic tour; then, explore the priceless masterpieces of the Prado Museum which boasts the world's finest collection of art by masters such as Velazquez and Goy...
Sit back and enjoy stunning landscapes as you travel via high-speed train to the Moorish city of Cordoba. Embark on a walking tour of the Mezquita (UNESCO World Heritage site). Originally built as a mosque, it was converted into the city’s cathedral when the Christian...
Enjoy a day at leisure to relax and experience your hotel’s direct beach access or pristine 18-hole golf course. Or you may choose to purchase an optional tour to Gibraltar. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to help you plan your day.
Take a day trip to Granada, the last great capital of the Moors in Spain. Travel past rolling hills dotted with olive groves, capturing the country’s classic beauty. Upon arrival, join a local expert for a tour of the world-famous Alhambra,* a hilltop palace and UNESCO site. Tour the Generalife, “Garden of the Architect,” and behold the waterfalls, courtyards and secret gardens on its grounds.
Head to Ronda, one of the loveliest and most historic towns in Andalucía. Join a local expert exploring Ronda’s old town full of twisting narrow streets, the 18th-century Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) over the El Tajo gorge, and La Alameda Park with its wonderful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and mountains. Then, continue to Spain’s “cultural capital” – Seville.
In Seville, see Columbus’ tomb, the ornate cathedral (UNESCO), and Giralda Bell Tower. Take a walking tour of the quaint Santa Cruz Quarter with its cascading bright flowers, whitewashed buildings and winding streets. Continue to Plaza de España and Maria Luisa Park – one of the loveliest parks in all of Europe.
Depart Spain and travel through the Portuguese countryside to Azeitao – an agricultural village known for red wine, olive trees and country estates. Explore the tradition of azulejos (Portuguese tiles), and see how they are created at a local workshop. Enjoy a tour an...
Your morning is at leisure in Cascais to relax on the beach, walk the promenade, or sit at an outdoor café. You may choose to purchase an optional tour to Queluz Palace. This afternoon, it’s your choice! Join a panoramic Lisbon city tour – via coach - featuring Jeroni...
Visit the impressive Mafra Palace and Monastery, one of Portugal’s largest Baroque buildings. A guided tour takes you through the domed basilica, the royal apartments decorated in 18th-century furniture and paintings, and the magnificent Baroque library, one of the fi...
Travel Portugal’s Silver Coast, a region filled with sleepy villages, rich vineyards and centuries-old castles. Stop in charming Obidos, protected by medieval city walls. Continue to Nazare, a coastal fishing village. Then, visit Fatima, the world-famous Marian pilgrimage site. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a wonderful farewell dinner.
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Toledo - $105
Madrid The ancient, medieval city of Toledo is a UNESCO World Heritage city with more than 100 monuments. You'll discover a glorious city filled with amazing medieval architecture. This former capital of Spain (until 1560) has always been regarded as the city of three cultures (Christian, Jewish and Islamic). Toledo offers one of the most comprehensive collections of architecture in Spain: Arabian, Jewish, Mudéjar, Gothic, Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque. Join a local expert on a walking tour into the past along Toledo’s cobblestone alleyways and explore the historic city center, one of the largest in Spain. See the magnificent Gothic Cathedral and the 13th-century Synagogue, a testament to Toledo’s Jewish heritage. A highlight of any visit to Toledo is seeing the famous paintings by the 16th-century master, El Greco. Toledo was the setting for many of El Greco's artworks, and a tour highlight is a stop at the Church of Santo Tome to view El Greco’s masterpiece painting, The Burial of Count Orgaz. Duration approximately 5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. Private transportation, local guide and entrance fees are included.Madrid by Night with Tapas Dinner - $110
Madrid Madrid is a city that never sleeps and a trip to Spain would not be complete without experiencing a tapas dinner at a popular local restaurant, located in the heart of Madrid. Enjoy old world ambience and traditional Castilian “tapas” including home-made sausage, fried squid and grilled asparagus. For the main course, savor the regional specialty of cochinillo (roast suckling pig), oven roasted lamb or grilled salmon, accompanied with wine. Later, view Madrid’s major sights and avenues illuminated at night. Take a stroll through Plaza Mayor and nearby San Miguel Market. Next, travel by coach viewing Plaza d’Espana, known for its statue dedicated to Cervantes, author of Don Quijote de la Mancha; the Royal Palace; and the illuminated buildings along Gran Via, Paseo Castellano and Velazquez Avenue. In addition, marvel at the beautiful Poseidon and Cibeles Fountains and Plaza Colon. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.Gibraltar - $118
Gibraltar Enjoy a leisurely coastal drive to Gibraltar, a British territory. Upon arrival, enjoy a tour of the rock with breathtaking views of the Spanish and Moroccan coastlines. While on the rock you will visit the Saint Michael caves, a dramatic natural grotto sometimes used as a venue for concerts and classical music performances. There will also be time to meet the locals - the semi wild troop of Barbary "Apes." It is said the British will not leave Gibraltar until the apes have left. Afterwards, enjoy duty free shopping opportunities in the main street where everything is sold. Duration approximately 9 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 20 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.Lisbon by Night (Fado Dinner Show) - $123
Lisbon Fado: the perfect blend of voice and guitar. A shawl, a guitar, a voice and heartfelt emotion – these are the ingredients of Fado, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Patrimony, as a celebrated form of world music that captures what it is to be Portuguese. The song of Fado harnesses the Portuguese soul. The word Fado comes from the Latin word fatum, which means fate or destiny. It is a style of music that is all about deep feelings: the disappointments of love, the ups and downs of life, the sadness and longing felt for someone who has gone away, the everyday life of the neighborhood and the conquests of the local inhabitants. No one knows quite how Fado first came into being, but to this day Portugal's traditional music remains at the very heart of the country's culture. In one of Lisbon’s most popular Fado restaurants, professional performers entertain you while you enjoy a wonderful, three course, candlelit dinner of regional Portuguese cuisine and wine. A Fado dinner and show is an experience that you simply have to include when visiting Portugal. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 20 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.Become a member
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