Iberians – Portugal and Spain

A complete journey through the Iberian Peninsula, combining the best of Portugal and Spain in 16 days of unforgettable experiences, culture, history and landscapes.

The journey begins in Lisbon and passes through destinations such as Sintra, Óbidos, Coimbra, Braga, Santiago de Compostela, Guimarães, Porto, Aveiro, and Fátima. Then, the trip crosses Spain, passing through Seville, Córdoba, Granada, Alicante, Valencia, Peñíscola, Barcelona, ​​Zaragoza, and Madrid.

During the trip, travelers will have access to bus transportation with a bilingual tour guide in Portuguese and Spanish, arrival and departure transfers , accommodation with breakfast , guided tours and entrance fees to selected attractions , such as the University of Coimbra, the Ducal Palace of Guimarães, a Port wine cellar, the Palácio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace), a boat trip on the Douro River, and the Generalife Gardens and the Alcazaba in Granada.

An excellent option for those who wish to experience the great classics of Portugal and Spain in a single trip, with comfort , assistance , and a carefully structured itinerary.

Duration: 16 days

Type: Regular

Countries: Portugal and Spain

Itinerary:

Day 1 - Monday - Lisbon:

Arrival at São Paulo airport and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation.
At 7:30 PM, meet your guide and the other participants at the hotel reception.
In the evening, we suggest, as an optional extra activity, a dinner with a traditional fado performance.

Day 2 - Tuesday - Lisbon > Sintra > Lisbon:

Have breakfast and then leave for Sintra.
Free time followed by a scenic drive along the Costa del Sol, passing through Cascais and Estoril, returning to Lisbon via the Portuguese Riviera.
Arrival and panoramic city tour, with exterior views of the main monuments, such as the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery, and free time to sample the famous Belém sweets (optional).
Return to the hotel.
Accommodation.

Day 3 - Wednesday - Lisbon > Óbidos > Coimbra > Braga:

Breakfast and departure to visit Óbidos, a charming walled medieval village.
Continuing on to the historic and monumental city of Coimbra, we offer a panoramic tour to admire the Mondego River, the Convent of Santa Clara, the Old Cathedral, and the Church of Santa Cruz, among many other tourist attractions. A visit to its ancient and prestigious university is also included.
Departure for Braga, city of archbishops and capital of Minho.
Accommodation.

Day 4 - Thursday - Braga > Santiago de Compostela > Braga:

Breakfast and departure for Santiago de Compostela.
Guided tour of the historic, tourist and religious center, highlighting the exterior of the cathedral, located in Praça do Obradoiro, where many pilgrims arrive daily on the famous Camino de Santiago.
Return to Portugal, passing through the typical village of Ponte de Lima, with free time.
Arrival in Braga.
Accommodation.

Day 5 - Friday - Braga > Guimarães > Porto:

Breakfast.
Panoramic tour of the city of Braga, highlighting the exterior of its Cathedral, the oldest in Portugal, and a visit to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte.
Head to Guimarães to visit the interior of the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza and enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic center.
Free time for shopping and departure for Porto, with visits to some famous wineries along the way, including a tasting of the renowned Port wine.
Arrival and accommodation.

Day 6 - Saturday - Porto:

Breakfast.
A day dedicated to the second largest city in Portugal.
Panoramic view of Gaia and the Douro River. Visit to the Stock Exchange Palace, highlighting its magnificent Arab Room, and a tourist boat trip on the Douro River.
Free afternoon in the city for sightseeing or shopping.
Accommodation.
In the evening, we suggest, as an optional service, a traditional dinner with popular Portuguese music.

Day 7 - Sunday - Porto > Aveiro > Fátima > Lisbon:

Breakfast.
Departure for Aveiro, the city of canals and delicious "ovos moles," a much-loved regional sweet.
We continue our journey to Fatima.
A visit to the Sanctuary, the Chapel of the Apparitions, and the Basilica, where the tombs of Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta are located.
Free time for religious commitments and shopping.
Return to Lisbon.
Accommodation.

Day 8 - Monday - Lisbon > Seville:

Breakfast.
Leaving the Portuguese region of Alentejo for the Spanish region of Andalusia, more specifically its capital, Seville.
Panoramic city tour with a local guide to admire Maria Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the Santa Cruz neighborhood, the Torre del Oro, and the Cathedral.
Accommodation.

Day 9 - Tuesday - Seville > Córdoba:

Breakfast.
Departure via Carmona and Écija to Córdoba, a city that houses the most important mosque in the Arab world during Islamic rule.
Panoramic city tour with a local guide along the Guadalquivir River, which runs through the city, with time to stroll through the picturesque, winding streets and courtyards of the city center.
Optional entrance to the Mosque-Cathedral.
Free time in the city.
Accommodation.

Day 10 - Wednesday - Córdoba > Granada:

Breakfast.
The journey begins with a landscape of extensive olive groves, passing through Baena towards Granada.
Visit iconic sites such as the Generalife Gardens, a place to relax and contemplate, and the Alcazaba, a defensive site from the Islamic period.
Free time in the city, where we suggest a visit to the Cathedral and the Royal Chapel, where the mortal remains of the Catholic Monarchs are located.
Optionally, you can attend a flamenco show.
Accommodation.

Day 11 - Thursday - Granada > Alicante > Valencia:

Breakfast.
Exit via Lorca towards Alicante.
Arrival and free time to admire Mount Benacantil with its Santa Bárbara fortress and the possibility of strolling along the emblematic Esplanade of Spain, next to the marina.
Continue through Alcoy until you reach Valencia.
Panoramic tour of the city, where you can appreciate the harmony between historical attractions and avant-garde architecture, such as the City of Arts and Sciences, a pioneer in scientific and cultural matters, and the Oceanographic Aquarium.
Accommodation.

Day 12 - Friday - Valencia > Peñíscola > Barcelona:

Breakfast. Departure via Castellón to the picturesque village of Peñíscola, with its medieval citadel perched on a cliff, contrasting with the newer urban area facing its extensive beach.
Visiting hours.
In the afternoon, continue along the Mediterranean road towards Barcelona.
Arrival and accommodation.

Day 13 - Saturday - Barcelona:

Breakfast.
Panoramic city tour with a local guide, visiting the main attractions of this spectacular city: Montjuïc, the markets, La Rambla and the Gothic Quarter.
Finally, there is the possibility of visiting the Cathedral of the Sea, known from the television series of the same name.
Free time during which we recommend visiting iconic Gaudí landmarks such as Park Güell and the Sagrada Família, strolling along Las Ramblas and the waterfront, or even visiting the Camp Nou football stadium.
Accommodation.

Day 14 - Sunday - Barcelona > Zaragoza > Madrid:

Breakfast.
Departure via Lleida to Zaragoza, with an optional stop to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, patron saint of Spain, where it is possible to admire paintings by Goya.
Departure via Calatayud and Guadalajara bound for Madrid.
Accommodation.

Day 15 - Monday - Madrid:

Breakfast.
Panoramic tour of Madrid, offering views of several important city landmarks, including the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Prado and Thyssen museums, as well as the Castellana and the avant-garde Plaza de Castilla.
You will still have some time in the city to explore some of the most important tourist attractions of the Spanish capital: Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol or Gran Vía.
Accommodation.

Day 16 - Tuesday - Madrid > City of origin:

Breakfast and free time until transfer to the airport.
End of our services.