Embark on a captivating journey through the rich history, vibrant culture, and nostalgic corners of Spain and Portugal. Begin your adventure in Madrid, where you’ll have free time to settle into Spain’s cosmopolitan capital and explore at your own pace. The next day, immerse yourself in the city’s fascinating past with a panoramic city tour. Marvel at the medieval origins of Madrid, visit the Royal Palace, and wander around Puerta del Sol and Gran Via.

Continue your journey to Porto, a city steeped in history and culture. Explore its architectural marvels—from the stunning Cathedral to the Stock Exchange Building and Santa Clara Church. Indulge in the city’s rich cultural heritage as you embark on a Douro River cruise, admiring the historic buildings and bridges that line the riverbanks. Travel to Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities, and then to Fátima, a significant pilgrimage site for Catholics. Journey to the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover Alcobaça’s Gothic Church and Cistercian Monastery before arriving in the picturesque city of Lisbon.

The trip allows you to see all the top Lisbon attractions and, at your leisure (after the sightseeing tour), lets you soak in the city’s nostalgic corners like at the Alfama Quarter, where narrow pedestrian streets dotted by genuine ‘tabernas’ must be visited to complete your immersion into the past.

Madrid city tour
Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto
Port Wine Cellar with wine tasting
University of Coimbra
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima
Alcobaça Monastery
Sightseeing tour of Lisbon
Cáceres Plaza Mayor and Old Town

Day 1 Arrive in Madrid
Day 2 Madrid: City tour – Arabic Fortress at the Barrio de la Morería, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, and Puerta de Alcalá; Prado Museum, Gran Via, Castellana, Plaza Castilla and Parque del Oeste; Las Ventas Bullring and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium; free afternoon
Day 3 Madrid – Salamanca – Porto
Day 4 Porto: Sightseeing tour – Porto Cathedral, Santa Clara Church, Stock Exchange Building; River Douro cruise; Port Wine Cellar with wine tasting
Day 5 Porto – Coimbra – Fátima: University of Coimbra; Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, Cova da Iria, Chapel of the Apparitions, Tombs of the Three Shepherds
Day 6 Fátima – Batalha – Nazaré – Alcobaça – Lisbon: Batalha Monastery, Alcobaça; optional traditional dinner, includes a show of Fado
Day 7 Lisbon: Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square, Liberty Avenue; free afternoon
Day 8 Lisbon – Cáceres – Madrid: Plaza Mayor, the Old Town with its famous Medieval Quarter
Day 9 Depart Madrid

8 nights’ accommodation
Breakfast Daily
Guided City tour with local guides in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon
English Speaking Driver / Guide throughout the journey or Tour Director
Transportation by luxury Minivan
Travel Insurance

Hotel First Class (or similar):
Madrid: Princesa Plaza 4* or similar
Porto: AC Hotel by Marriott Porto 4* or similar
Fátima: Sao José 4* or similar
Lisbon: Hotel Roma 4* or similar

Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations.

Hotels Superior First Class (or similar):
Madrid: Princesa Plaza 4* or similar
Porto: Vila Gale Porto 4* or similar
Fátima: Santa María 4* or similar
Lisbon: Lutécia Hotel 4* or similar

Departs weekly, every Sunday from July 23 to Nov 12, 2023
Other departure dates:
Dec 10 and 17, 2023
Jan 7 and 14, 2023
Feb 4, 11 and 25, 2024
March 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2024
Ask the consultant for rest of 2024 Rates

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