Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora, Porto, Andalusia, and Madrid in 21 Days

Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora, Porto, Andalusia, and Madrid in 21 Days

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Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora, Porto, Andalusia, and Madrid in 21 Days

21 Days Starting in Lisbon, Portugal and ending in Madrid, Spain

Visiting: Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra, Porto, Córdoba, Seville, Costa del Sol, Fez, Marrakech, Granada, Toledo, Madrid

Tour operator:

Julia Travel

Tour code:

301

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

8-64

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing, Wine Tasting

From: $4049 (USD)

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

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the cultural and scenic treasures of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Begin in vibrant Lisbon, exploring its historic neighborhoods and iconic landmarks. Continue through the enchanting cities of Coimbra, Évora, and Porto, uncovering their rich history and heritage. In Andalusia, marvel at the grandeur of Córdoba, Seville, and Granada, while enjoying the beauty of the Costa del Sol. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to immerse yourself in the exotic allure of Morocco, visiting Fez, Marrakech, and Casablanca. Conclude your adventure in Madrid

Highlights

  • Explore the historic city of Lisbon, including the Belem Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.

  • Visit Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its Roman Temple and Chapel of Bones.

  • Discover the Convent of Christ in Tomar, a UNESCO World Heritage site with impressive Manueline architecture.

  • Enjoy a wine tasting and visit the "Porto Across the Ages" museum in Porto.

  • Tour the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens in Granada, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Experience the cultural richness of Seville, including its Cathedral and Santa Cruz quarter.

  • Explore the ancient medina of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its vibrant souks.

  • Visit the historic city of Toledo, where Christian, Moorish, and Jewish cultures have coexisted.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 2 : Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, a visit to the city, formerly known as Olissipo, touring its main squares and avenues, including the Belem Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery (exterior), and the Monument to the Discoveries. Free afternoon to explore the nostalgic corners of the city, such as the Alfama District, or to take the optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais (UNESCO World Heritage sites). Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 3 : Lisbon – Montemor-O-Novo – Evora

Location: Évora

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. Departure to the Alentejo region and arrival in Montemor-o-Novo. Free time in this charming town, known for its wineries and dominated by its impressive castle, featuring the elegant Torre do Relógio. Continue to Évora, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture. City tour to see its magnificent Roman Temple, the grand Cathedral, and the hauntingly beautiful Chapel of Bones (entry included). Accommodation.

Day 4 : Evora – Tomar – Coimbra

Location: Coimbra

Accommodation Name: hotel in Coimbra

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we will depart for Tomar, a city steeped in history and mystery, where you will discover its rich heritage as an ancient stronghold of the Knights Templar. The highlight of your visit will be the Convent of Christ, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its impressive Manueline architecture and intricate details. Free time to stroll through the ancient streets, visit old churches, and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of this charming town. Continue to Coimbra and meet with a local guide for a city tour, known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), its charming medieval streets, and its beautiful riverside promenade. Accommodation at the hotel in Coimbra.

Day 5 : Coimbra – Aveiro – Porto

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Location: Porto

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and then continue to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname "The Venice of Portugal." Free time and then departure to Porto, where we will visit one of the city’s renowned wineries for a tasting of the local wine, and we will visit the museum “Porto Across The Ages,” which will help us understand the history of this city. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 6 : Porto

Location: Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Guided tour of Porto, the second city of Portugal, which boasts significant historical and cultural heritage, including the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the Church of Santa Clara. The rest of the day is free to continue discovering the secrets of Porto. Accommodation.

Day 7 : Porto – Batalha – Obidos – Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline Gothic style, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Free time, then continue to Obidos, a charming medieval town located in central Portugal. It is famous for its well-preserved castle and historic center, characterized by narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses adorned with colorful flowers, and traditional tilework. The town is surrounded by solid 14th-century walls, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. After this stop, we will depart for Lisbon. Arrival and accommodation.

Day 8 : Lisbon – Merida – Cordoba

Location: Córdoba

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Merida, the capital of Extremadura. Declared a World Heritage Site, Merida is renowned for its rich historical heritage, including its well-preserved Roman ruins: the theater, the amphitheater, the Roman bridge, and more. Free time and then continue to Córdoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 9 : Cordoba – Seville

Location: Seville

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Impressive tour of its 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, after a short two hour ride reach Seville. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 10 : Seville

Location: Seville

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning panoramic city tour visiting the Cathedral (the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome), Santa Cruz quarter (a natural scenario of “Carmen” as well as a precisely where the myth of “Don Juan” developed), Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon at leisure for you to discover exclusive views, specific flavors of this active full of light city. Accommodation at the hotel. Optional Flamenco show.

Day 11 : Seville – Ronda – Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel drive south passing typical villages. Reach Ronda; free time to admire this town of Celtic origin and the marvelous view of the valley and mountain range. In the afternoon continue to the Costa del Sol, one of the most modern and important international tourist areas. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 12 : Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast and overnight at the hotel. The day is at your leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol and the surrounding areas or optionally participate in one of our excursions.

Day 13 : Costa Del Sol – Tarifa/Algeciras – Tangier – Meknes – Fez

Location: Fez

Meals Included: Dinner

Depart along the Costa del Sol tourist route and arrive in Algeciras or Tarifa. Board the ferry for a short and interesting crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar to Africa. Arrive in Tangier, disembark, go through customs, and depart by coach to Meknes. Brief stop and continue to Fez. Free time. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 14 : Fez

Location: Fez

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the oldest and most monumental of the Imperial Cities, exploring the most interesting sites: the 7 doors of the Royal Palace, the Jewish Quarter or Mellah, the Bab Bou Jeloud gate, and a walk through its grand Medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 15 : Fez – Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech

Location: Marrakech

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast and early departure towards Rabat, the capital of the country. Visit the city's most iconic sites, such as the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, and the Hassan Tower. Continue to Casablanca to explore the main attractions, including the United Nations Square, the Corniche Boulevard, and the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque. After the visit, enjoy a free lunch on the route and continue to Marrakech. Optionally, you can have a traditional Fantasia Chez Ali dinner under caidal tents. Overnight stay.

Day 16 : Marrakech – Casablanca

Location: Marrakech

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the city, known as the 'Pearl of the South,' starting with the grand Menara Gardens, which features a side pavilion and countless olive trees. Next, visit the exterior of the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin sister of Seville’s Giralda. Once in the old part of the city, tour of the Bahia Palace, once owned by a city noble. Finally, explore Jemaa el-Fna Square, one of Morocco’s most interesting places, from where you can access the souks and the medina. Visit some artisan guilds: woodworkers, potters, leatherworkers, spice merchants, and more. Lunch at the hotel and depart for Casablanca. Arrival, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 17 : Casablanca – Tangier – Tarifa/Algeciras – Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Tangier. Transfer to the port to board the ferry for the return trip across the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain. Continue to the Costa del Sol. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 18 : Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast and overnight at the hotel. The day is at your leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol and the surrounding areas or optionally participate in one of our excursions.

Day 19 : Costa Del Sol – Granada

Location: Granada

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel departure towards the city of Granada and its incredible and amazing monumental environment, last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world-famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens that have inspired several authors with its sound and sights, such as the “Tales of the Alhambra” by Washington Irving. Accommodation at the hotel. In the evening, optionally, a Flamenco Zambra show.

Day 20 : Granada – Toledo – Madrid

Location: Toledo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive northward where it emerges, toward the sky of Castilla and surrounded by the Tagus River, the impressive Imperial city of Toledo –World Heritage City- where the three cultures Christians, Moorish and Jewish, have lived together. Resume of the Spanish art, history and spirituality, the whole town is a National Monument. Short guided tour of this historic old town through its narrow streets. Continue to Madrid. Accomodation at the hotel.

Day 21 : Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport. END OF OUR SERVICES.

What's Included

  • Guided city tour with local guides in Lisbon, Evora (Chapel of Bones entrance included), Coimbra, Porto, Cordoba (Mosque entrance included), Seville (Cathedral entrance included), Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, Fez, Granada (Alhambra & Generalife Gardens e

  • Wine tasting and visit to “Porto Across the Ages” museum in Porto

  • Tour director throughout the journey

  • Transportation in luxury coach

  • Accommodation at selected hotel class

  • Daily breakfast

  • Transfers as per itinerary

  • Travel insurance

What's Not Included

  • Lisbon, Coimbra and Porto Local City Tax is not included, to be paid directly to the hotel

  • Any other service not specified

Mode of Transport

Travel in style and comfort with transportation provided in a luxury coach, ensuring a smooth journey between destinations. Transfers are included as per the itinerary, making your travel experience seamless and enjoyable.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays at selected hotel classes throughout the tour, ensuring a restful experience after each day's exploration. Accommodation includes daily breakfast and is conveniently located to enhance your travel experience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in a luxury coach, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey between destinations. Transfers are included as per the itinerary.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will stay in selected hotel classes throughout the tour, which offer comfortable accommodations and include daily breakfast. The hotels are conveniently located to enhance your travel experience.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes guided city tours with local guides in several cities such as Lisbon, Evora, Coimbra, Porto, Cordoba, Seville, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, Fez, Granada, and Toledo.

  • Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?

    Yes, there is a wine tasting session included in Porto, along with a visit to the 'Porto Across the Ages' museum.

  • Are there any meals included in the tour package?

    Daily breakfast is included throughout the tour. Additionally, some dinners are provided, such as in Fez and Casablanca.

  • What are some of the key attractions visited during the tour?

    The tour visits several key attractions including the Chapel of Bones in Evora, the Mosque in Cordoba, the Cathedral in Seville, the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens in Granada, and the Medina in Fez.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Yes, travel insurance is included as part of the tour package.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional activities such as a Flamenco show in Seville and a Flamenco Zambra show in Granada. Additionally, there are optional excursions available during leisure days.

  • 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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