Madrid, Porto & Lisbon - 9 days

Madrid, Porto & Lisbon - 9 days

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Madrid, Porto & Lisbon - 9 days

9 Days Starting and ending in Madrid

Visiting: Madrid, Salamanca, Porto, Coimbra, Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Lisbon, Cáceres‎

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2581/MPLI

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

8 - 24

Age range:

No minimum age

Interests:

Music, Ruins-Archaeology

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Tour Overview

COACH TOUR: Discover three of the most popular city destinations of the Iberian Peninsula with guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon on this 9-day coach tour of Spain and Portugal. Cruise the picturesque Douro River, tuck into authentic Tapas and sample local Port wine on a visit to a Port wine cellar. Explore Salamanca and Fatima, attend a Fado show in Lisbon and stop in Caceres, where many cultures converge.

Highlights

  • Madrid - See the modern and historic highlights of the city on a guided tour and enjoy free time to further explore independently

  • Salamanca - Stroll around this historic university city at your own pace, home to the world's third oldest university

  • Porto - Cruise the Douro River, visit a Port Wine cellar for included tasting and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city

  • Fatima - Spend a free evening in the city, which is home to the Cova da Iria, an important site in the Christian faith

  • Lisbon - Join a guided tour of the Portuguese capital and spend your free time exploring the historic Alfama Quarter

  • Caceres - Stop in this UNESCO-listed city on your way back to Madrid, with time to admire the Roman, Islamic, Gothic and Renaissance architecture

Itinerary

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Day 1: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Welcome to Madrid, the Spanish capital! You will be collected at the airport and transferred to our hotel, where the evening is at leisure.

Day 2: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today we take an all-encompassing coach tour of Madrid. Highlights of the excursion include the historic Barrio de la Morería region, Habsburgs District, Puerta del Sol central square, Plaza Mayor and the Neptuno Fountains. These are dedicated to Neptune, a Roman water god. In the more modern part of the city we see the Salamanca district, Plaza Castilla and Parque del Oeste. We also see the Santiago Bernabeu, the football stadium of Real Madrid, the most successful European club.





After the tour, the rest of the afternoon is at leisure. There's an included Welcome Dinner this evening at an authentic Tapas restaurant.

Day 3: Salamanca

Location: Madrid, Salamanca, Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast

Madrid - Salamanca - Porto (Portugal). Departing Madrid after breakfast, we make a stop in the university city of Salamanca, with free time to enjoy a stroll around. After our visit, we cross the border into Portugal and complete our drive to Porto. One of the oldest cities in Europe, Porto is located along the Douro River estuary and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.

Day 4: Porto

Location: Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is spent exploring Porto with a number of included activities. We enjoy a guided city tour, taking in highlights such as the Cathedral, Stock Exchange and Santa Clara Church. We also take a cruise on the Douro River, which runs through the heart of Porto. And we visit one of the riverfront Port Wine Cellars, with included tasting of this local drink.

Day 5: Porto

Location: Porto, Coimbra, Fátima

Meals Included: Breakfast

Porto - Coimbra - Fatima. Departing Porto after breakfast, our first stop today is in Coimbra. This riverfront city is home to one of the oldest universities in Europe, which was established in 1290. It was also the birthplace of Fado music. There's free time to explore.





We complete our drive to Fatima, another important site in Christianity. It is here, at the Cova da Iria that the Virgin Mary appeared before three local shepherd children - Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, who are buried at the Sanctuary of Our Lady Fatima, the country's most important pilgrimage site. Tonight, we may be able to attend the candlelit procession at around 22:00.

Day 6: Fatima

Location: Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fatima - Batalha - Nazare - Alcobaca - Lisbon. This morning we visit the UNESCO-listed Batalha Monastery, a 14th Century Gothic masterpiece, built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. We then enjoy some free time in the quaint fishing village of Nazare before arriving in Alcobaca, where we can see the even older 12th Century monastery located here. This is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the world. After admiring the monastery, we complete our journey to Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. The evening is at leisure.

Day 7: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Our day starts with a city sightseeing tour, taking in many of Lisbon's highlights. We see the city's main plazas, the fortified Belem Tower, Jeronimo's Monastery, the Monument to the Discoverers and the Marquis of Pombal Square roundabout.





The afternoon is free, and we recommend you head into the Alfama Quarter, the oldest part of Lisbon. Crowned by the Sao Jorge Castle, this part of the city features narrow alleyways and colourful 'tabernas'.





Tonight, there is an included group dinner at one of the oldest Fado venues in Lisbon.

Day 8: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon, Cáceres‎, Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Lisbon - Caceres (Spain) - Madrid. Departing Lisbon, we cross back into Spain and make a stop in Caceres. The Old Town here is UNESCO-listed, known for its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. There's time for a walk through the Plaza Mayor Square and the Old Town before we complete our journey back to Madrid. Your last evening is at leisure.

Day 9: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tuck into a final breakfast in the hotel before our tour comes to an end. There is an included transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4-star hotels

  • 8 breakfasts & 2 dinners

  • 8 nights 4-star hotels

  • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 9

  • Escorted by an English-speaking Spanish or Portuguese tour leader with the services of local guides for city sightseeing

  • Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsets

  • Guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon

  • Douro River Cruise & wine tasting in Porto

  • Fado show in Lisbon (including dinner)

  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Additional meals and drinks unless specified

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

  • City tax of €2 per person per night in Porto and Lisbon (€8 in total per person). To be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to save time on check out

  • City tax of approximately €2 per person per night in Porto and Lisbon (approx €8 in total per person). To be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to s

Accommodation

Hotel Riu Plaza Espana



Housed in the striking red and white Edificio Espana building in the centre of Madrid, the 4-star Riu Plaza Espana boasts an outdoor swimming pool on the 21st floor, free Wi-Fi throughout, a fitness centre and a sky bar offering sweeping vistas of the city. All rooms come equipped with ensuite bathrooms, mini-fridge and air-conditioning. Buffet breakfast is served in the onsite restaurant and travellers can tuck into authentic Tapas at the El Eden Gastrobar a la carte restaurant. This hotel is located on the Gran Via, often referred to as the 'Spanish Broadway', with a host of shopping and dining opportunities at hand. It is also an easy walk to the Royal Palace.





BessaHotel Boavista



Located in Porto's popular Boavista district, the BessaHotel Boavista is just a few minute's walk from the Casa da Musica concert hall and other attractions. Bright and spacious guest rooms offer private bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, air-conditioning and TV. There is an onsite gym and dining options include the BRestaurant & Bar, where Head Chef Vitor de Matos serves impeccable Iberian cuisine. Breakfast is served buffet style and there is also an outdoor terrace serving an array of cocktails and regional Douro Valley wines. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also offered.





Hotel Santa Maria



A 2-minute walk from the Sanctuary of Our Lady Fatima, Hotel Santa Maria has been contemporarily designed, with tall glasswork allowing plenty of light into the hotel. Displaying works by artists including Pedro Calapez, Silvia Patrício and Inês Carrelhas, the hotel also features a tranquil garden, restaurant serving local cuisine, and a bar. Views of the Sanctuary can be admired from the upper floor terrace. Rooms are air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi and carpeted floors.





Smart Design Hotel Lutecia



This recently renovated hotel features 9 themed floors, with rooms and corridors decorated in varying contemporary patterns and pastel hues. Smart Design Hotel Lutecia is located just 200m from the nearest metro station, giving guests quick and easy access to different parts of the city. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities such as design chairs, smart TV's and espresso coffee machines. In the morning enjoy an expansive buffet breakfast.

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  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

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

    Yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Brian Madigan  

Madrid, Porto & Lisbon - 9 days

15-May-2024

Overall it was a very good tour which met our expectations and visited a number of places we wished to see. Having been on an On the Go Tour of Turkiye a few years ago our hope was that it would be as good as that tour, which had been terrific with an amazing guide (Metim). Unfortunately we realised after booking this Portugal tour, that the tour was not with On the Go but with another tour company. The very first day we were left behind when the bus took off for the meet and greet evening entertainment and dinner. We were in the hotel reception area 5 to 10 minutes before departure, as instructed, and when we did go looking for the bus it actually took off before the departure time advised, leaving us behind. This appeared to us to indicate a lack of professionalism and also inexperience on the part of the tour leader. A simple head count should have indicated a shortage of numbers. However, the rest of the tour was good, although a more experienced tour leader would have been preferred.

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