Solo Travel: Journey through Spain, Portugal & Morocco

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This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.  GOOD NEWS - The local tour operator will no longer require a COVID-19 vaccination for travelers as of March 1, 2023.  For travelers departing before March 1, the tour operator requires that travelers aged 12 and ...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

What's this trip about?

    This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.  GOOD NEWS - The local tour operator will no longer require a COVID-19 vaccination for travelers as of March 1, 2023.  For travelers departing before March 1, the tour operator requires that travelers aged 12 and older provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English, for all vacations. Proof of vaccination must be completed at least 14 days prior to the tour start date. *Exceptions apply to children who do not qualify for vaccination. Be your own best travel partner! This 15-night vacation will have you dining on delicious tapas and wines, exploring medieval structures, and so much more! Your solo adventure begins in Madrid, where you'll spend your first few nights. Meet your Travel Director and your fellow travelers and let your vacation truly begin! From Madrid, you'll continue on to a sightseeing tour of Avila and Salamanca before arriving in Coimbra, Portugal! Take a tour of this beautiful town and enjoy a night here. Then, it's onward to Lisbon! Stop along the way to visit the Sanctuary of Fatima and the picturesque town of Obidos. After a few nights in Lisbon, you'll head back to Spain to Seville! Part of the Andalusia region, Seville is filled with stunning architecture and flamenco dancing! Next, you're off to Morocco! Take a ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar to Rabat, your first stop. Take a tour of this city, with included visits to Chellah Gardens & Casbah Des Oudaias. Continue on to Marrakesh, with a stop at Casablanca along the way! Marrakesh is an amazing city founded in the 9th century. Be sure to visit the souks for a true taste of the culture! From Marrakesh, you'll travel to Fez for more beauty and history!  Then, it's back to Spain! Visit Costa del Sol and Granada, with an included visit to a wine cellar in La Mancha! Spend your final night in Madrid before flying home!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMadrid, Spain
End CitySpain

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Madrid (MAD)
    • Round-trip airport transfers*
    • Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar: 2 nights in Madrid at Hotel Praga
    • 1 night in Coimbra at Hotel D. Luis
    • 2 nights in Lisbon at Hotel Roma
    • 2 nights in Seville at Hotel Don Paco
    • 1 night in Rabat at the Mercure Sheherazade Rabat Hotel
    • 2 nights in Marrakesh at Zalagh Kasbah Hotel
    • 2 nights in Fez at Menzeh Zalagh
    • 1 night in Mijas (Costa del Sol) at the Hotel Ilunion Hacienda del Sol, Mijas
    • 1 night in Granada at the Abba Granada Hotel
    • 1 night in Madrid at Hotel NH Madrid Ventas Guided sightseeing in each city as described in the itinerary, including the following: Visit to Avila & Salamanca
    • Orientation tour of Coimbra
    • Visit to the Sanctuary of Fatima
    • Tour of Rabat with visits to Chellah Gardens & Casbah Des Oudaias
    • Panoramic tour of Casablanca
    • Tour of Marrakesh with visits to the Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
    • Visit to the Alhambra Complex
    • Visit to a wine cellar in La Mancha Buffet breakfast daily and 8 Dinners
    • Ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar
    • Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
    • Services of a Professional Travel Director
    • Headsets throughout the tour
    • Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement. *Note: Transfers are included if your flight arrives and departs Madrid between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm *Note: Starting in 2022, porterage will no longer be offered on this tour. Travelers will be responsible for transporting their own luggage for the duration of their tour.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Madrid, Spain!

Arrive in magical Madrid! First, check into your hotel, then spend the rest of the day getting to know the city. Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a delicious first-night dinner!

Day 2 Madrid

Recharge with a pleasant breakfast, then take advantage of your included guided sightseeing tour! Drive past the Avenida Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Parliament Square, and much more. You'll even stop for a photo-op outside the Royal Palace! Spend the day marveling at the beautiful scenery around you, and treat yourself to an authentic Spanish meal at a local restaurant. 

Day 3 Madrid - Avila - Salamanca - Coimbra, Portugal

Gawk at the many towers of ancient fortified Avila, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site! After an exciting morning, head to Salamanca, where you'll meander through Plaza Mayor, the grandest square in Spain! 

The fun is just starting. In the afternoo...

Day 4 Coimbra - Fatima - Obidos - Lisbon

After breakfast, enjoy a tour all around Coimbra, a city renowned for its stunning beauty and ancient university.

In the afternoon, head south to visit the impressive Sanctuary of Fatima, one of Europe's most celebrated Marian shrines! Continue on to Obid...

Day 5 Lisbon

Fuel up with breakfast, then embark on a fun-filled guided tour of the city. See Henry the Navigator's monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Castle, and the bustling Commerce Square!

After an exciting morning, enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Consider exploring the picturesque Alfama neighborhood, filled with tile decorated streets, lined with quaint shops and cute cafes.

Day 6 Lisbon - Seville, Spain

Rejuvenate with a yummy breakfast, then enjoy a scenic ride southwards, down to the picture-perfect gem that is Andalusia. Gaze out at the rolling plains of the Alentego, with its lush woodlands of fragrant eucalyptus trees! Admire its eye-popping white-painted...

Day 7 Seville

Ahh, wake up in sunny Seville! After breakfast, enjoy an included sightseeing tour of this beautiful city's main highlights: the cathedral, Alcazar, the Plaza d'Espana, and more.

The afternoon is yours! During your free time, you might want to check out t...

Day 8 Seville - Rabat, Morocco

Take a pretty drive through Spain's gorgeous sherry wine region as you head south to the coast. From there, you'll embark on a ferry and cruise across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco! Say "hello" to Africa!

Feast your eyes on piercing blue waters, then...

Day 9 Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakesh

Start your day strong with an included guided sightseeing tour of the country's lively capital. Visit Chellah Gardens, Casbah des Oudaias, and more! After the tour, you'll head for Casablanca. Stare out the window during a scenic orientation drive through this ...

Day 10 Marrakesh

Travel back in time as you sightsee through Marrakesh! This city, founded in the 9th-century, boasts an extraordinary blend of traditional culture and vibrant modernity. Marrakesh is a tapestry of castle-like structures, mosques, palaces, gardens, and bustling ...

Day 11 Marrakesh - Fez

After breakfast, you'll begin your scenic journey to Fez! Meander through the fragrant cedar forests of the Middle Atlas mountains, where peaks reach above 13,000 feet in elevation! You may think: is this mars or Morocco? This vast mountain range is home to the...

Day 12 Fez

Ancient Fez is full of outstanding scenic beauty and fascinating history. Today, you'll follow a sightseeing tour to the Medina! Meander through narrow stone streets, browse through colorful bazaars, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Pass by madrasa, fondouks...

Day 13 Fez - Mijas, Costa Del Sol, Spain

Wake up early, nibble on some breakfast, then take a breathtaking ferry ride back to Spain. Be sure to take tons of photos aboard ship!

When you arrive back in Spain, you'll head to the Costa del Sol, or "Coast of the Sun." Relax on beautiful beaches, gaz...

Day 14 Costa Del Sol - Granada

Wake up in paradise! Enjoy a pleasant breakfast, then travel along the Costa del Sol to Granada, the heart of Andalusia. Get ready for the highlight of the day: an included guided visit of the Alhambra Complex! This lavish palace and fortress was built by Moori...

Day 15 Granada - Madrid

Say "goodbye" to Granada and head back to magnificent Madrid. On your journey, you'll travel through the very heart of Don Quixote's La Mancha, famed for its picturesque castle and windmills! Before settling down in Madrid, you'll visit a local wine cellar and ...

Day 16 Depart Spain

After breakfast, squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and head for the airport. Enjoy a relaxing flight and spend your journey home dreaming about your next adventure. 

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