Lisbon & Northern Spain

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When you hear the call “Txotx!” (pronounced “choach”) shouted in the traditional Sidrerias of Northern Spain, it’s time to gather ’round! Standing five feet back from the tapped barrel, patrons line up to catch the shooting cider into glasses—then toast the age-old tradition that adds the right amount of carbonation to the tart beverage. Lucky for you, there’...
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Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Lisbon : Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Alfama quarter and Jeronimos MonasteryFÁTIMA
    • Porto : Guided sightseeing, visit the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange; Port wine tasting at Sandeman & Co.
    • Vigo : Walking tour
    • La toja island: Enjoy a coffee and the spectacular view at the Gran Hotel La Toja and admire the shell-covered church
    • Santiago de compostela: Dinner with wine at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the cathedral
    • Luarca : Stop in this pretty fishing village with its white houses
    • Oviedo : Guided sightseeing, visit the Cathedral of San Salvador and enjoy a cider tasting SANTANDER
    • Bilbao : Guided visit of the Guggenheim Museum
    • San sebastian: Guided walking tour of the Old Quarter
    • Pamplona : Walk through the Calle Estafeta, followed by lunch with traditional tapas and Rioja wine at Basaburua restaurant

What's this trip about?

    When you hear the call “Txotx!” (pronounced “choach”) shouted in the traditional Sidrerias of Northern Spain, it’s time to gather ’round! Standing five feet back from the tapped barrel, patrons line up to catch the shooting cider into glasses—then toast the age-old tradition that adds the right amount of carbonation to the tart beverage. Lucky for you, there’s much to toast as you explore the sparkling seaside from Lisbon to Barcelona on this mostly coastal tour of Portugal and Northern Spain. This sunny vacation makes a splash with visits to the popular pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela, the famous seaside resort of San Sebastian, and in Pamplona, the legendary Calle Estafeta where the famous “running of the bulls” takes place. You’ll also want to make a beeline to the delicacies of each country, from the zesty paella of Spain to the sweet port of Portugal. Cheers! Salud! Txotx!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City LISBON, PORTUGAL
End CityBARCELONA

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Barcelona
  • Bilbao
  • Lisbon
  • Oporto
  • Oviedo
  • Pamplona
  • Porto
  • San Sebastian

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL

Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

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Day 2: LISBON

Lovely Lisbon LISBON Guided sightseeing includes Jerónimos Monastery and cloister, a photo stop at Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic ...

Day 3: LISBON–FÁTIMA–PORTO

Panoramas & Port Wine FÁTIMA Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. PORTO Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River. See the Church of São Francisco and visit the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange. Enj...

Day 4: PORTO–VIGO, SPAIN–LA TOJA ISLAND–SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

Spectacular Spain Scenic drive along the coastline en route to Vigo. VIGO Take a walking tour of the historic district. LA TOJA ISLAND [LF] See the church that is completely covered with seashells. SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinne...

Day 5: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

History & Mystery SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Guided sightseeing includes the cathedral with the relics of St. James the Apostle. Afterwards enjoy a coffee break. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Santiago de Compostela is one of the world’s most revere...

Day 6: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA–LUARCA–OVIEDO

Cider House Rules LUARCA Enjoy free time to browse. OVIEDO Guided sightseeing includes a panoramic drive and a walking tour of the Old Town. Enjoy a [LF] cider tasting at a traditional Sidreria (cider house). (Breakfast) 217 mi / 350 km

LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL T...

Day 7: OVIEDO–SANTANDER–BILBAO–SAN SEBASTIAN

Artists & Ambassadors SANTANDER Enjoy free time for lunch. BILBAO Take a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum en route to San Sebastian. (Breakfast,Dinner) 249 mi / 400 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE Guggenheim Museum Bilbao was founded in 1997. ...

Day 8: SAN SEBASTIAN

Basque Country SAN SEBASTIAN Guided walking tour of the Parte Viejo Old Quarter. Free time this afternoon and evening. (Breakfast)

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Framed by golden beaches and lush hillsides San Sebastian has undeniable allure. From its elegant and ...

Day 9: SAN SEBASTIAN–PAMPLONA–SARAGOSSA

Walk, Don’t Run PAMPLONA Take an [LF] orientation walk through the Calle Estafeta, followed by lunch with traditional tapas and Rioja wine at Basaburua restaurant. SARAGOSSA Orientation walk includes Plaza of Our Lady of the Pillar. (Breakfast,Lunch) 162 mi / 260 km<...

Day 10: SARAGOSSA–BARCELONA

Barcelona Boulevards BARCELONA Guided walking tour this afternoon includes the Old Town with its Barri Gòtic and a stroll down La Rambla. Later, enjoy a fresh fruit juice. (Breakfast) 193 mi / 310 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEMS Stroll in the footsteps of Pica...

Day 11: BARCELONA

Legendary Landmarks BARCELONA Take a guided sightseeing tour of Barcelona this afternoon. Join a farewell dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Follow your Local Guide for a fascinating look at Barcelona’s land...

Day 12: BARCELONA

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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