14D Spain & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
14D Spain & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
14D Spain & Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
14 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Merida, Cordoba, Seville, Ronda, Granada
Tour operator:
Tour code:
219
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-64
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a 14-day premium small group tour through the captivating landscapes of Spain and Portugal. This journey offers guided visits to iconic cities such as Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Málaga, and Granada, with entrance to renowned sites like the Alhambra and Seville Cathedral. Enjoy a variety of cultural experiences, including a welcome tapas dinner, chocolate and churros tasting in Madrid, a fado show in Porto, and a flamenco masterclass in Granada. Delight in a Douro River cruise, a moliceiro ride in Aveiro, and savor local flavors with wine and olive oil tastings. Travel in comfort with luxury coach transportation and private airport transfers, all under the guidance of an English-speaking tour director. Conclude your adventure with a farewell dinner in Madrid, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Join your tour director and fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodation at the hotel. * We recommend you to select flights that arrive no later than 5 PM so you can enjoy the itinerary from the beginning.
Day 2 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza 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 churros, the most Madrid-style snack. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 3 : 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 4 : 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 5 : 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 6 : 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 7 : 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 8 : Lisbon – Merida– Cordoba
Location: Merida
Accommodation Name: Hesperia Cordoba, NH Califa or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Andalusian soils, back in Spain, we drive to 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 Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate.
Day 9 : Cordoba – Seville
Location: Cordoba
Accommodation Name: Melia Lebreros, NH Collection Sevilla or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the impressive tour of Cordoba´s Mosque (entrance included) and other sites that will ease our mind and spirit strolling through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, continue your journey towards Seville. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to share a typical dinner with your fellow travelers and discover together the traditional Andalusian cuisine Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 10 : Seville
Location: Seville
Accommodation Name: Melia Lebreros, NH Collection Sevilla or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of the Andalusian Capital, Seville. Visit the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome. Continue to Santa Cruz quarter, the natural scenario of Carmen as well as the myth of Don Juan; continue to Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city of light. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 11 : Seville – Jerez – Ronda
Location: Ronda
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Reina Victoria or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, travel south through Andalusian villages to Jerez, where you will be captivated by two of the essential elements of the Andalusian soul: wine and horses. We will visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, and will enjoy a wine tasting in one of the famous local wineries. Continue to Ronda. Visit an olive oil production facility at LA Organic and taste their organic olive oil. Rest of the day at leisure to discover the secrets of Ronda. Accommodation at the hotel in Ronda.
Day 12 : Ronda – Malaga – Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: Catalonia Granada, Meliá Granada or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Malaga. Visit the city and explore its historical and cultural attractions. Malaga is a city full of corners that look back on several centuries of history, from the time of the Romans (with its magnificent theater) to the Arab, with the Alcazaba or the Castle of Gibralfaro. Continue to Granada, this city, located at the foot of Sierra Nevada, between the Darro and Genil rivers, is one of the jewels of Andalusia. Here, the impressive Andalusian legacy, represented by the Alhambra, is complemented by Renaissance architectural gems. We will have the chance to learn how to dance flamenco before attending a dinner with a flamenco show in one of the most typical venues in Granada. After dinner, we invite you to take the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful views of Granada from one of the city's viewpoints. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 13 : Granada – Madrid
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the world famous Alhambra complex with a Local Expert (entrance included) and Generalife Gardens. Then, depart to Madrid. In Madrid, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 14 : 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 in Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Cordoba (Mosque entrance included)
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*Seville (Cathedral entrance included), Málaga &Granada (Alhambra entrance included)
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*English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
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*Daily breakfast
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*Welcome Tapas Experience dinner
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*Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid
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*Fado show and dinner in Porto
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*Douro River Cruise & Port wine tasting in Porto
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*Cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro
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*Dinner in a local restaurant in Lisbon (seafood)
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury coach transportation and private airport transfers, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey across Spain and Portugal.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at well-appointed hotels such as AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza, BessaHotel Boavista, and Catalonia Reina Victoria, offering a blend of modern amenities and local charm throughout your journey in Spain and Portugal.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of dining experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of dining experiences such as a Welcome Tapas Dinner in Madrid, a Fado show with dinner in Porto, a seafood dinner in Lisbon, a traditional Andalusian dinner in Seville, and a Flamenco show with dinner in Granada. There is also a farewell dinner in Madrid.
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Are there any unique cultural experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes several unique cultural experiences such as a Fado show in Porto, a Flamenco masterclass and show in Granada, and a visit to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art in Jerez.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation during the tour is provided by a luxury coach, and private transfers to and from the airport are included as per the itinerary.
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Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Port wine tasting experience in Porto and a sherry wine tasting in Jerez.
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What kind of guided tours are included in the itinerary?
The tour includes guided visits in cities such as Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, and Granada. These tours cover major attractions like the Mosque in Cordoba, the Cathedral in Seville, and the Alhambra in Granada.
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Are there any river cruises included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Douro River Cruise in Porto and a cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a traditional moliceiro.
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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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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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Free Date Changes
Julia Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
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Low Deposit
Julia Travel requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 21 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of julia travel charges.
Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.