Spain, Portugal & Morocco
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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 *Note: Transfers are included if your flight arrives and departs Madrid between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm **Note:Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel. ***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.
Itinerary
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!
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.
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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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