Barcelona, Costa Mediterránea, Andalucía, Portugal & Madrid 15 days 14 nigths

Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. In the evening, join your travel companions for a typical tapas dinner at a local restaurant. *We recommend selecting flights arriving no later than 5:00 p.m. to enjoy your travel experiences from the start.*

Breakfast at the hotel. Guided tour of Barcelona. We will cross the city through its avenues and modernist buildings designed by the genius Gaudí, such as La Pedrera and Casa Milá. We will visit Montjuic Park, enjoying spectacular views of the city, the Olympic Ring, the Christopher Columbus monument, and the Olympic Port. Visit to Barcelona’s most iconic monument, the Sagrada Familia. We will continue to Port Vell, where we will board a catamaran and sail along Barcelona’s beautiful coastline, viewing the city from the sea. Upon arrival, the crew will welcome us with a complimentary drink and a typical tapa to begin our Mediterranean experience. This is the perfect way to discover Barcelona from another perspective. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Valencia, traveling along the Costa Dorada and the Ebro Delta until we reach Peñíscola, a medieval town where we will visit locations used in films like El Cid and the series Game of Thrones. We will then continue to Valencia. Taste the famous local horchata and visit the city, one of the most important and dynamic capitals of the Mediterranean, thanks to contemporary works like the City of Arts and Sciences and the Oceanographic Museum, as well as its history, represented in the historic center. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will continue to Andalusia, arriving in Granada. This city, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains between the Darro and Genil rivers, is one of the jewels of Andalusia. The Andalusian legacy, represented by the Alhambra, is complemented by Renaissance architecture. We will have the opportunity to take a Flamenco class before dinner and a show at one of Granada’s most famous tablaos. After dinner, you will have the chance to enjoy the most beautiful views of the city. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will visit the famous Alhambra complex and the Generalife Gardens. After the visit, we will continue through olive groves and white villages on our way to Seville, the capital of Andalusia. In the evening, enjoy a typical Andalusian dinner with your fellow travelers. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy a monumental and panoramic tour of the city, including entry to the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter's in Rome. We will visit the Santa Cruz neighborhood, the natural setting for Carmen and the birthplace of the myth of Don Juan, as well as Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. The afternoon is free to discover different perspectives and specific flavors of this vibrant and light-filled city. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Córdoba, the former capital of the Caliphate. Upon arrival, visit the Mosque-Cathedral and walk through the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter. We will continue our journey to Madrid, crossing the Despeñaperros gorge and traveling through La Mancha, the land of Don Quixote. Arrival in Madrid and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of the city; we will explore its medieval origins as an Arab fortress by visiting the Moorish Quarter, characterized by the antiquity of its buildings and the flavors of its taverns. We will visit the Habsburg Madrid of Philip II, with its Renaissance and Baroque buildings in Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa. We will see Bourbon Madrid, including the urban layout of Charles III, the Royal Palace, the Cibeles Fountain, Neptune Fountain, and Puerta de Alcalá. Admire 19th-century landmarks like the elegant Plaza de Oriente and the Prado Museum. We will also discover contemporary Madrid with avenues such as Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana, the Salamanca district, Parque del Oeste, the commercial and financial districts of modern Madrid, and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste a typical chocolate with churros, the most popular breakfast in Madrid. Free afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a typical restaurant to experience the local cuisine. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Salamanca. Free time in this World Heritage university city, rich in architectural and artistic heritage. Then, we will head towards the Portuguese border until we reach Oporto. Located along the Douro estuary, Oporto is one of Europe’s oldest cities and was declared a World Heritage City by UNESCO in 1996. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic tour of Oporto, where we will visit the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the Church of Santa Clara. Afterward, enjoy a different perspective of the city on a cruise along the Douro River and discover its historical heritage by visiting a famous Port Wine Cellar, with a wine tasting included. Free afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner accompanied by a Fado show. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we depart for Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname "The Venice of Portugal." We will enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, the traditional boat used to navigate Aveiro’s canals. We will continue to Coimbra, where you will have free time to discover this historic city known for its prestigious and ancient University. After visiting Coimbra, we will proceed to Fátima, a major center of Christian faith and a world pilgrimage site, with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared. We will also visit the Chapel of Apparitions, the heart of the sanctuary, where the tombs of the three shepherd children, Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta, are located. In the evening, you may have the chance to attend the candlelight procession. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a Gothic and Manueline masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will continue to the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré, with free time to explore, and then proceed to Lisbon. In Lisbon, we will cross the Tagus River to enjoy a typical dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, a tour of the city, formerly known as Olissipo, exploring its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jerónimos Monastery (exterior), and the Monument to the Discoveries. The afternoon is free to explore the nostalgic corners of the city, such as the Alfama district, or take an optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais (UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we depart for Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Mérida, the capital of Extremadura, is known for its rich historical heritage, including its well-preserved Roman ruins: the theater, amphitheater, and Roman bridge. Free time and then continue to Madrid. In Madrid, enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport.