Spain & Portugal in Style
Spain & Portugal in Style
$8325
Spain & Portugal in Style
13 Days Starting in Barcelona, Spain and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Barcelona, Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Costa Dorada, La Galera, Valencia, Granada, Alhambra Palace, Córdoba, Seville, Fine Arts Museum, Seville, Serpa, Lisbon, Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon, Belém Tower, Lisbon, National Coach Museum, Lisbon, Queluz Palace, Queluz, Évora, Mérida, Madrid
Tour operator:
Tour code:
G310ZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a luxurious journey through Spain and Portugal with the "Spain & Portugal in Style" tour. Begin in vibrant Barcelona, exploring Gaudí's architectural wonders and savoring Mediterranean cuisine. Travel along the stunning Costa Dorada to Valencia, and then to Granada's Alhambra Palace. In Seville, immerse yourself in Andalusian culture with flamenco lessons and culinary experiences. Cross into Portugal, enjoying a traditional Cante Alentejano performance in Serpa, and explore Lisbon's historic sites. Discover the flavors of Évora's wines and the Roman ruins of Mérida before concluding in Madrid, where art and history await. This tour offers a blend of cultural exploration, exceptional dining, and personalized experiences, ensuring a memorable and stylish adventure.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Barcelona: Once inside Gaudí's amazing Sagrada Família, look up at the detailed wonders of his famous architectural masterpiece.
- Barcelona: Uncover more of Barcelona’s whimsical sites on a stroll through Park Guell on Carmel Hill with a Local Expert. Walk along its leafy paths, down the dramatic Dragon Stairway, and through Gaudí’s Greek Theater designed for open-air shows.
- Seville: Visit the Fine Arts Museum exhibiting masterpieces of Sevillian Baroque and Spanish artists such as Murillo or Vel??squez.
- Seville: The “Soul of Spain,” lures you in with its artistic flair and tempting secrets as you join your Local Expert on a walk through the flower-decked squares of the Santa Cruz quarter.
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Madrid: Join an art historian and visit the Prado Museum, often called a museum of painters for its extensive collection of works by artists such as Bosch, Titian or El Greco — the favorites of Spain's 16th- and 17th-century monarchs.
- Madrid: Join a Local Expert on a walking tour to explore the maze of streets in Madrid's old town.
Make Travel Matter
Seville: The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show.
Serpa, Portugal: Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience of lunch accompanied by a singing performance of Cante Alentejano. This traditional polyphonic singing style has been recognized as intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Exceptional Dining
Barcelona: Enjoy dinner in this Mediterranean city, featuring fresh Barcelona seafood and traditional Spanish flavors.
Tarragona: Indulge at the Michelin-starred L'Antic Moli. Savor a lunch that embraces contemporary, gourmet cuisine and follows the rhythms of the seasons from locally sourced ingredients. Vicent Guimerà was awarded a Michelin Green Star for his commitment to zero -mile ingredients and sustainability.
: Enjoy a highlight dinner In the heart of Seville. A stately home from the late 19th century, Casa Manolo León , was inaugurated in November 1999 by the brothers Agustín and Manolo León Leal and has become a popular establishment in the city .
Seville: Discover the varied ?avours of Andalusia during a market tour and Spanish cooking experience. Learn the culinary secrets to some of Spain's most popular dishes and enjoy your own creations for lunch.
Lisbon: Enjoy authentic Portuguese dining in an elegant atmosphere at Cervejaria Liberdade.
Évora: Explore a local winery and learn about their processes and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
Madrid: Enjoy the local flavors of Madrid at dinner this evening.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ohla Eixample Barcelona.
Meals Included: Dinner
Your Spain and Portugal luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxury boutique hotel. Upon arrival, enjoy exquisite city views from the rooftop bar and infinity pool before dining on traditional Spanish delights.
Day 2: Catalonia’s Creative Capital Relaxed Start
Location: Barcelona, Sagrada Família, Park Güell
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ohla Eixample Barcelona.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wind your way along Barcelona's grand boulevards, taking in the city's elegant architecture and vibrant atmosphere, before visiting Gaudí's breathtaking Sagrada Família, a masterpiece of intricate design and soaring towers. Later, stroll through the colorful mosaics and playful designs of Park Güell with a Local Expert, uncovering Gaudí’s unique vision.
Day 3: Valencia and the Orange Blossom Coast
Location: Costa Dorada, La Galera, Valencia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hospes Palau de La Mar, Valencia.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Follow the golden Costa Dorada through olive and orange groves along the Mediterranean coast to seaside La Galera. Savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at Vicent Guimera's Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia. Explore this vibrant city, rich in history with your Travel Concierge.
Day 4: Granada and the Alhambra Palace
Location: Granada, Alhambra Palace
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hospes Palacio de los Patos, Granada.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover Granada’s 13th-century Alhambra Palace, with its intricate Islamic designs, exotic gardens and tranquil pools. Conclude with a decadent stay at a renovated 19th-century palace.
Day 5: Córdoba and Seville Relaxed Start
Location: Córdoba, Seville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Step back in time at Córdoba’s Old Roman Bridge and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Arriving in Seville, enjoy a cocktail before dining at an elegant restaurant.
Day 6: Seville, the City of Carmen Relaxed Start
Location: Seville, Fine Arts Museum, Seville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the rich Andalusian culture of Seville with its orange-scented streets and lively plazas. Explore the intricate details of famous masterpieces at the Fine Arts Museum. Embrace the passionate Flamenco with a private dance lesson.
Day 7: The Flavors of Andalucía Relaxed Start
Location: Seville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gran Meliá Colón, Seville.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After a Relaxed Start, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and scents of Andalusia with a morning market visit to Mercado de Abastos. Your cooking experience awaits. Learn the secrets to Spain's popular dishes and dine on your creations.
Day 8: Across the Alentejo to Lisbon Relaxed Start
Location: Serpa, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch you’re treated to a performance of Cante Alentejano, a traditional polyphonic singing style recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Day 9: Lisbon and the Age of Discoveries Relaxed Start
Location: Lisbon, Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon, Belém Tower, Lisbon, National Coach Museum, Lisbon, Queluz Palace, Queluz
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy another Relaxed Start before viewing Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower. Continue with a visit to the National Coach Museum before marveling at the architectural detail of the Queluz Palace. Finish the day enjoying local specialties as you dine in style this evening.
Day 10: Forever Évora Relaxed Start
Location: Évora
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Convento do Espinheiro, Évora.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate, learn about their winemaking process and have the privilege to sip on a selection of their tantalizing local wines well-known to the Portuguese but largely undiscovered further afield. Discover the charming, historic town of Evora', a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner of Alentejo specialties.
Day 11: The Roman Ruins of Mérida and Madrid
Location: Mérida, Madrid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Make your way across green and golden farmlands to Mérida’s well-preserved Roman Theater. From Roman ruins to a vibrant, modern city, journey through the sunbaked landscapes of Extremadura to Madrid. As the city lights up, the evening is yours to stroll along Calle Serrano, Madrid’s most famous and elegant shopping street.
Day 12: Madrid of the Bourbons Relaxed Start
Location: Madrid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Gran Meliá Fénix, Madrid.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Begin with a stroll among the city's historic sites with your Local Expert admiring the statue of Cervantes and the Cibeles Fountain that exhibits a rush of movement leaving you eager for sites to come. Personalize your day joining an art historian at the Prado Museum, or, explore the maze-like old town. Celebrate your travels over a final decadent dinner.
Day 13: Depart Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, bid farewell to your travel companions before your private transfer to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What's Included
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Choice Highlights
Choose between two carefully selected activities in various locations such as Barcelona and Madrid.
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Make Travel Matter Experiences
Engage in cultural experiences like learning flamenco in Seville and enjoying a Cante Alentejano performance in Serpa, Portugal.
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Exceptional Dining
Enjoy a variety of dining experiences including Michelin-starred meals and local culinary tours.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
Dining Summary
Additional Included Highlights
Curated Experiences
Passport Moments
Personalise your day
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private chauffeur services and seamless transfers between destinations, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free journey through the stunning landscapes of Spain and Portugal.Accommodation
Experience luxury at its finest with stays at boutique hotels like Ohla Eixample in Barcelona, Hospes Palau de La Mar in Valencia, and Gran Meliá Colón in Seville, each offering exquisite amenities and prime locations for exploring the vibrant cities.Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as a private flamenco dance lesson in Seville, a visit to the Cristina Heeren Foundation to learn flamenco steps, a performance of Cante Alentejano in Serpa, and a wine tasting at a local winery in Évora.
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What dining experiences can I expect on this tour?
You can expect exceptional dining experiences including dinner featuring fresh Barcelona seafood, a Michelin-starred lunch at L'Antic Moli in Tarragona, a highlight dinner at Casa Manolo León in Seville, a Spanish cooking experience in Seville, and authentic Portuguese dining at Cervejaria Liberdade in Lisbon.
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What are some of the cultural highlights of the tour?
Cultural highlights include visiting Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell in Barcelona, exploring the Alhambra Palace in Granada, visiting the Fine Arts Museum in Seville, and exploring the National Coach Museum and Queluz Palace in Lisbon.
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Are there any personalized options available during the tour?
Yes, there are personalized options such as choosing between visiting the Prado Museum with an art historian or exploring Madrid's old town with a Local Expert.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides luxury accommodation at boutique hotels such as Ohla Eixample in Barcelona, Hospes Palau de La Mar in Valencia, Hospes Palacio de los Patos in Granada, Gran Meliá Colón in Seville, Pousada de Lisboa in Lisbon, and Gran Meliá Fénix in Madrid.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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