11D Barcelona & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
11D Barcelona & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
11 Days Starting in Barcelona, Spain and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Barcelona, Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
224
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-64
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through Spain and Portugal with the Barcelona & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour. Begin your adventure in vibrant Barcelona, exploring Gaudi's masterpieces and the iconic Sagrada Familia. Travel by high-speed train to Madrid, where you'll savor chocolate and churros and enjoy a welcome tapas dinner. Cross into Portugal to discover the historic charm of Porto, with a Douro River cruise and a traditional fado show. Experience the picturesque canals of Aveiro and the academic allure of Coimbra. In Lisbon, explore the city's rich history and indulge in a seafood dinner. Conclude your tour with a visit to the Roman ruins of Merida and a farewell dinner in Madrid. With guided tours, luxury coach transport, and daily breakfasts, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and comfort.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Hesperia Presidente, or similar
Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 2 : Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Hesperia Presidente, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of Barcelona. Drive along the main avenues with its impressive Gaudi modernist buildings such as La Pedrera and Casa Batlló. The Montjuïc Park with spectacular views of the city and harbor, Olympic Ring, monument to Columbus and the Olympic Port. Visit the most important landmark in the city of Barcelona, Sagrada Familia. Admire Gaudi’s masterwork by the hand of your expert local guide. Afternoon at leisure. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 3 : Barcelona-Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the train station to take the high-speed train to Madrid. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Join your fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner. Accommodation.
Day 4 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the beauties of the city with a guided city tour. Barrio de la Morería, the Hapsburgs District, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. During the visit, we will taste the typical chocolate with churro, the most Madrid-style snack. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 5 : Madrid – Salamanca – Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Portugal, we will drive towards Salamanca. Enjoy some free time in this University City and World Heritage Site of great architectural and artistic wealth. Continue to the Portuguese border to reach Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European towns, and proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 6 : Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided sightseeing tour of Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a Douro River Cruise and discover famous Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting experience included. Rest of the day at leisure. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to share a typical fado show with dinner with your fellow travelers. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 7 : Porto – Aveiro – Coimbra
Location: Coimbra
Accommodation Name: Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we depart to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname "The Venice of Portugal". We will enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat used for navigating the canals of Aveiro, before heading to Coimbra. We will meet the local guide for a tour of Coimbra, a historic city known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), charming medieval streets, and beautiful riverfront.
Day 8 : Coimbra – Batalha –-Nazare – Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art´s, Lutécia or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue to the pinturesque fishing town of Nazaré and time at leisure. Then, we continue to Lisbon. In Lisbon, we will cross the Tagus River to Cacilhas and enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant featuring seafood.
Day 9 : Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art´s, Lutécia or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square & Liberty Avenue. Afternoon at leisure for you to catch the nostalgic corners of Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to its Castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting “Ruas” full of color housing the genuine “tabernas”. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this magnificent city.
Day 10 : Lisbon – Merida – Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel and depart for Merida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore its rich historical heritage before continuing to Madrid. In Madrid, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.
Day 11 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. END OF OUR SERVICES.
What's Included
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Guided Visits
Guided visits in Barcelona (Sagrada Familia entrance included), Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon.
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Tour Director
English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey.
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High-speed Train Ticket
High-speed train ticket in Tourist Class from Barcelona to Madrid.
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Welcome Tapas Experience
Welcome Tapas Experience dinner.
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Chocolate & Churros Tasting
Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid.
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Fado Show and Dinner
Fado show and dinner in Porto.
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Douro River Cruise & Port Wine Tasting
Douro River Cruise & Port wine tasting in Porto.
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Aveiro Estuary Cruise
Cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro.
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Dinner in Lisbon
Dinner in a local restaurant in Lisbon featuring seafood.
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Farewell Dinner
Farewell Dinner in Madrid.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours and activities are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides and drivers are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from the starting location are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury coach transportation, private airport transfers, and a high-speed train journey from Barcelona to Madrid, ensuring a seamless and comfortable travel experience.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable hotels such as Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Hesperia Presidente, AC Cuzco, BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto, Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá, VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art's, and Lutécia, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing experience throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation by luxury coach, high-speed train ticket in Tourist Class from Barcelona to Madrid, and private transfers to and from the airport and train station as per the itinerary.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, daily breakfast is included, along with a Welcome Tapas Experience dinner, a chocolate and churros tasting in Madrid, a Fado show and dinner in Porto, a dinner in a local restaurant in Lisbon featuring seafood, and a farewell dinner in Madrid.
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Will there be guided tours during the trip?
Yes, guided visits are included in Barcelona, Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon. An English-speaking Tour Director will be present throughout the journey.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
Yes, travel insurance is included in the tour package.
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a Douro River Cruise and Port wine tasting in Porto, a cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro, and a Fado show with dinner in Porto.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
We will include meet local health and safety regulations
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Is not possible to join the tour once it has departed but we can always try to adapt for an excepcional situations.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
The company has been trading since 1929
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
There is a cancellation policy indicated for our itineraries
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We try to avoid any kind of paper documentation in our tours, we keep our buses cleaned daily
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will recieve all necessary documents to travel with us from our Booking and Opwerations Department
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
You will travel with other people who booked the same tour, so you will have the chance to interact with other people from diferent countries and cultures.
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.