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

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

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

15 Days Starting in Barcelona, Spain and ending in Madrid, Spain

Visiting: Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, Oporto, Porto, Fátima, Lisbon

Tour operator:

Julia Travel

Tour code:

290

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

8-99

Tour operated in:

, Spanish
From: $4533 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 15-day journey that combines the vibrant city of Barcelona, the medieval charm of Peñíscola, and the modernity of Valencia. Discover the majestic Alhambra in Granada, experience the passion of flamenco, and explore the rich history of Seville and Córdoba. In Madrid, immerse yourself in its cosmopolitan energy and cultural wealth. Continue to Portugal, sailing along the Douro River in Porto, visiting the Sanctuary of Fátima, and exploring the beauty of Lisbon. A journey filled with culture, history, and gastronomy through the treasures of Spain and Portugal

Highlights

  • Guided tour of Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia and a catamaran experience along the coastline.

  • Visit to the medieval town of Peñíscola, known for its film locations like Game of Thrones.

  • Explore Valencia with a horchata tasting and visit the City of Arts and Sciences.

  • Experience a Flamenco show and dance class in Granada, along with a visit to the Alhambra.

  • Tour of Seville, including the Cathedral and the Santa Cruz neighborhood.

  • Panoramic tour of Madrid with a chocolate and churros tasting.

  • Douro River cruise and wine tasting in Porto, followed by a Fado dinner show.

  • Cruise through the Aveiro estuary on a traditional moliceiro boat.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Barcelona (C)

Location: Barcelona

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Barcelona

Meals Included: Dinner

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.*

Day 2 : Barcelona (D)

Location: Barcelona

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Barcelona

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 3 : Barcelona - Peníscola - Valencia (D)

Location: Valencia

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Valencia

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 4 : Valencia - Granada (D, C)

Location: Granada

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Granada

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 5 : Granada - Seville (D, C)

Location: Seville

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Seville

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 6 : Seville (D)

Location: Seville

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 7 : Seville - Cordoba - Madrid (D)

Location: Córdoba

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 8 : Madrid (D, C)

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 9 : Madrid – Salamanca – Oporto (D)

Location: Oporto

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 10 : Oporto (D, C)

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Location: Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 11 : Oporto – Aveiro – Coimbra - Fátima

Location: Fátima

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 12 : Fátima – Batalha – Nazaré – Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 13 : Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 14 : Lisbon – Mérida – Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 15 : Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • *Guided tours in Barcelona (including entry to the Sagrada Familia), Valencia, Granada (including entry to the Alhambra), Córdoba (including entry to the Mosque), Seville (including entry to the Cathedral), and Madrid.

  • *Welcome tapas dinner in Barcelona.

  • *Catamaran boat experience in Barcelona.

  • *Horchata tasting (traditional sweet horchata drink) in Valencia.

  • *Traditional dinner in Seville.

  • *Flamenco show with a dance class and dinner in Granada.

  • *Chocolate and churros tasting in Madrid.

  • *Tapas dinner in Madrid.

  • *Fado dinner and show in Porto.

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What's Not Included

Local Tourist Tax in Lisbon and Porto not included, to be paid directly at the hotel.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with luxury coach transportation, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey between destinations, along with airport-hotel-airport transfers.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in selected hotels throughout your journey, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides luxury coach transportation for a comfortable and seamless journey between destinations, along with airport-hotel-airport transfers.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily breakfast is included, along with several dinners such as a welcome tapas dinner in Barcelona, a traditional dinner in Seville, a Flamenco show with dinner in Granada, a Fado dinner and show in Porto, and a farewell dinner in Madrid.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    The tour includes comfortable stays in selected hotels throughout the journey, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures.

  • Are there any special experiences included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes unique experiences such as a catamaran boat experience in Barcelona, horchata tasting in Valencia, a Flamenco show with a dance class in Granada, a Douro River cruise and wine tasting in Porto, and a cruise through the Aveiro estuary on a traditional moliceiro boat.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Yes, travel insurance is included in the tour package.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour?

    Local Tourist Tax in Lisbon and Porto is not included and must be paid directly at the hotel.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We will include meet local health and safety regulations

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    The company has been trading since 1929

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    There is a cancellation policy indicated for our itineraries

  • 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

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will recieve all necessary documents to travel with us from our Booking and Opwerations Department

  • 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.

Reviews of this operator

Carole Kirby (Google Reviewer)  

We booked tickets for Sagrada...

06-May-2024

We booked tickets for Sagrada Familia and the towers with a guide. Our guide, Victor, was excellent- the pace was just right and he explained everything making the visit so much more informative and interesting for us. Would definitely recommend.

Audrey Brice (Google Reviewer)  

A very enjoyable tour around...

01-Apr-2024

A very enjoyable tour around Park Guell yesterday under the guidance of Raul in excellent English. Great audio system so we could hear Raul no matter how far away we were. Not at all rushed. Very informative and amusing with humorous personal anecdotes.

Barb Agostini (Google Reviewer)  

Did the half day trip...

22-Sep-2019

Did the half day trip from Barcelona to Girona with Julia Tours (left at 8am and back around 2:20pm). Bus was comfy and air conditioned. Left on time. Our tour guide was friendly and showed us around and we had a good amount of free time. Plus if you’re a GOT fan, you’ll get to see some spots from the show.

Janaya Williams (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour of Sagrada Familia...

22-Mar-2024

Our tour of Sagrada Familia was amazing! Olga was our guide and she was absolutely incredible!! She was extremely knowledgeable about the site and was so pleasant to listen to discuss all the details and history. Love learning about the ins and outs and the story behind every detail.

Kyle Mundon (Google Reviewer)  

This was the only place...

11-Oct-2023

This was the only place I could find last-minute tickets to see Sagrada Familia. It was more expensive than the tickets directly from the basilica (which were sold out), but it included a guided tour. I opted to add the tower access in as well, which is about €15 more than just the guided tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate. They have to deal with a lot of other people in the area, and to still be able to communicate effectively is impressive. I can't remember the guides name, but she had blue hair, so definitely easy to keep track of in the crowd of thousands inside the basilica. I didn't deal with any disrespect or lack of professionalism, as other reviews have mentioned. Everyone I interacted with was very kind and took time to explain things. FYI, if you're afraid of heights or claustrophobic, the tower is not for the faint of heart!

Lawrence Delaney (Google Reviewer)  

My wife and I toured...

29-Nov-2024

My wife and I toured Park Guell and Sagrada Familia with tour guides Matthew (Park Guell) and Marc (Sagrada Familia) on November 25th 2024. We showed up about twenty minutes late to our tour of Park Guell because our taxi driver dropped us off at the wrong location. Despite this, Matthew was very understanding and accommodating to both us and others on our tour with other specific or individual needs, ensuring to either wait at a location a little longer or offer an alternative path for those who needed a bit more assistance maneuvering within the park. When arriving at the Julia Travel location after our tour, he provided nearby restaurant recommendations and tips for avoiding potential pickpocket attempts in the crowded city center. Matthew’s Barcelona experience is second to none! Marc provided an amazing tour of the incredible Sagrada Familia. His passion, thoroughness, and efficiency in conducting the tour were very impressive. Despite the heavy crowds, he did a great job directing our tour group through Sagrada Familia in an organized manner while also pointing out specific details about the church that we wouldn’t have otherwise noted. Julia Travel provided two great tours through significant locations within Barcelona. We highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn more about these locations!

Creston Inderrieden (Google Reviewer)  

Had a great time touring...

11-Jun-2024

Had a great time touring Sagrada Familia. Beautiful and organized tour.

April Hamilton-West (Google Reviewer)  

Una is absolutely the best...

29-Jul-2023

Una is absolutely the best tour guide ever! Knowledgeable. Energetic. And a delight to be around her. She kept everyone engaged and we all walked away with much more than La Sagrada Familia knowledge. We learned architecture, Gaudi history, and she pointed out things most would miss. Thank you, Una!

FamilyTravel18 (Google Reviewer)  

We took the 30 person...

01-Aug-2023

We took the 30 person catamaran, and had a fantastic time. They stop the boat after about an hour and let the guests swim for half an hour, which is refreshing. There are no pool toys, as advertised, however. Remember to grab a life jacket to swim in the ocean. The boat needs more life jackets available on deck.

Jeffery R. Phaneuf (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour guide Maria was...

02-Aug-2024

Our tour guide Maria was with Julia Tours. It was easy to see she was a regular guide as many of the others knew her as well as the staff of the Basilica. She seemed to love the space as it was “beautiful” to her (told us 18xs). BUT our tour was very poor. It was suppose to be 1.5 hours, scheduled to start at 5. We didn’t start till 5:16 and were done at 6:10. She made all kinds of recommendations of what we could go see AFTER the tour AND didn’t really provide much detail. I suggest you go to the audio tour… has to be better then what we experienced today. Felt like we had a guide who was doing her last tour of the day and just wanted to go home to her air conditioning. This tour company felt like the McDonalds down the road. Fast and efficient but no real nutrients to feed your soul.

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