Spain & Portugal Highlights
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Welcome to Spain! Join up with your new crew today and we'll start our adventure by heading to Córdoba.Flowers adorn storybook balconies & charming little lanes will take your breath away in this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city, overflowing with history. We'll s...
Ready to explore more of Andalucía? This morning we'll leave historical Córdoba with our sights set on sun-soaked Seville.13th century architecture and one of the world's biggest cathedrals wait for us in the passionate arms of Southern Spain's capital, Seville. We'll...
Another day free to explore Seville? Don't mind if we do. Take a wander through picturesque Barrio Santa Cruz, visit the Alcazar (a Game of Thrones location for those in the know) and explore winding medieval lanes to your heart's delight. Just be sure to save some energy for our optional EatWith dining experience tonight, an authentic feast on Seville's rooftops.
We couldn't think of a more perfect way to say goodbye to Spain, and say goodbye we must, because our agenda today sees us moving westwards on the Iberian penninsula to Portugal. Crossing the border, spirits are high as we cruise along the Algarve, where petiscos and ...
Starting to feel fully immersed in all things Portugal, this morning we'll get guided around the city and check out all the hotspots including Portugal's Christo Rei (Christ the Redeemer), Rossio Square, the Belem District, home to the famous tower of the same name, a...
After breakfast this morning we'll head up the coast to Leiria, but not before stopping en route at Cascais and Sintra. Our first stop this morning is in the coastal town of Cascais, known for its stunning beaches and tasty seafood. Stroll along the marina or opt in...
Saying 'Tchau' to Leiria after breakfast, we'll take the coach towards Porto, via Aveiro.This mini-Venice is a gorgeous town built on canals. We'll have an optional traditional boat tour to cruise the winding canals, admiring the colourful houses and learning about th...
Alive with galleries & coffee shops, the city of Porto is basically a dream. We’ll find heritage in the old wooden tram that rattles along the streets & in the UNESCO stamped alleys of Ribeira. You'll have the chance to explore Porto in your free time today, s...
See ya Portugal, you've shown us all your best places and we're feeling very thankful!Rolling back over the border to Spain, we'll settle for the night in Salamanca. We're just 2 hours from Madrid but somehow Salamanca feels like a whole other world, with a 13th centu...
Satisfied with our time in Salamanca, we'll make our way back to Madrid with a stop in Ávila. Ávila is best known for its perfectly preserved 11th century medieval walls, protecting the medieval UNESCO World Heritage-listed city inside. We'll stop to admire them and ...
Tears and tissues and pinky swears for a reunion trip will mark the blur of sadness that is our morning departure. These are the memories that will stay with you a life time; make sure your next Contiki adventure is just around the corner.
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Contiki Reviews & Ratings
Trusted Customer
May 2023
Spain & Portugal Highlights
Amazing trip. Lots of adventure and jam packed days ...
Melissa Bodnar
May 2023
Spain & Portugal Highlights
This was my 6th Contiki tour and was probably one of my favorite ones! I enjoyed the sights we saw and the cities that we stopped in! Starting in Madrid was amazing ...
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Apr 2025
Thai Island Hopper West
First of all, our trip manager has restored my faith in humanity. He was just the kindest, funniest and open person. The trip was fantastic, I would encourage everyo...
Trusted Customer
Apr 2025
A fantastic trip!
Overall the booking process wasn't hard but answers to my questions submitted through email were not always clear. Though this only took an extra round of emails to ...
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