Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

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Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

14 Days Starting and ending in Madrid

Visiting: Madrid, Salamanca, Porto, Aveiro, Lisbon, Merida, Cordoba, Seville, Jerez, Malaga

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

No minimum age

Special diets catered:

Please adviser requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Cultural

From: $6545 $5236 Operator discount: -$1309 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 04-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

This two week tour of Spain and Portugal sets off from Madrid, visiting Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, the Costa del Sol and more. Cruise the Douro River and taste local Port wine in a Porto wine cellar. Visit the mosque-cathedral of La Mezquita in Cordoba and the second-largest cathedral in the Catholic world in Seville. Admire the mountains of Andalusia and the beaches of the Costa del Sol, sample organic local olive oil and explore the Alhambra palace in Granada. Watch a traditional Flamenco show, visit the ruins of Merida and end your journey back in the Spanish capital.

Highlights

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

  • Porto - Cruise the Spanish Fjords and the Douro River through the city, then visit the Port wine cellars to sample a local tipple

  • Lisbon - See the fortified Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoverers on a city tour, and enjoy free time in the historic Alfama Quarter

  • Cordoba - Explore this historic Roman city and enjoy an included visit to La Mezquita, a sprawling mosque-cathedral

  • Seville - Visit the second largest cathedral in the Catholic world and take in the highlights of the Andalusian capital on a city tour

  • Costa del Sol (in 2024) - Spend a night on the Costa del Sol, a popular European holiday destination

  • Malaga (in 2025) - Take a guided our of this coastal Costa del Sol gem and visit its historic landmarks

  • Granada - Discover the Alhambra palace and fortress dating back to the 13th Century, and visit the adjacent Generalife Gardens

Itinerary

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Day 1: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Bienvenido! Welcome to Madrid! You will be collected at the airport and transferred to our hotel. There is time to freshen up and relax before our included Welcome Tapas Dinner this evening.





2024 departures: In 2024, the welcome Tapas dinner is offered on day 2 instead.

Day 2: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.





During our tour, enjoy the chance to taste typical chocolate and churros, a popular sweet treat in Spain. The rest of the day is at leisure.





2024 departures: In 2024, chocolate and churros tasting is not included.

Day 3: Salamanca

Location: Salamanca

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, Dinner

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. This evening, enjoy an included dinner and Fado show at one of the oldest Fado venues in the whole of Porto.





2024 departures: In 2024, the included Fado show and dinner will instead take place in Lisbon.

Day 5: Aveiro

Location: Aveiro

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Fatima (in 2024), Coimbra (in 2025)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Porto - Aveiro - Coimbra. Departing Porto after breakfast, our first stop today is in Aveiro. Here we enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional boat used for navigating the canals of the town. Aveiro is known as the "Venice of Portugal", and rightly so! Our next stop is 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. We are spending the night in Coimbra and there's free time to explore.





2024 departures: After breakfast, we depart to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. Time at leisure. Continue to Fatima, centre of the Christian Faith and a World Pilgrimage Sanctuary with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary appeared. We can see the Chapel of the Apparitions at the heart of the

sanctuary, where the tombs of the three shepherds, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta are located. At night we may be able to attend the procession of the candles. Overnight - Fatima.

Day 6: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Coimbra - Batalha - Nazare - 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 Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. We enjoy an included seafood dinner at a local restaurant.





2024 departures: Please note in 2024 our departure will be from Fatima instead of Coimbra and dinner is not included this evening.

Day 7: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

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 rest of today 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'.





2024 departures: Please note that in 2024, the included Fado show and dinner takes place tonight.

Day 8: Merida

Location: Merida

Meals Included: Breakfast

Lisbon - Merida (Spain) - Cordoba. Departing Lisbon, we cross back into Spain and make a stop in Merida. We have time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is known for its incredible Roman ruins. We can see the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre before we continue to Cordoba for the night..





2024 departures: Please note in 2024 we will visit Caceres instead of Merida. Here we will explore the Old Town and the Plaza Mayor main square.

Day 9: Cordoba

Location: Cordoba

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cordoba - Seville. This morning we tour Cordoba, an important Roman city that was also an Islamic centre during the Middle Ages. The most important landmark here is the sprawling La Mezquita mosque-cathedral, which dates back to 988 AD. Entrance to the mosque is included on our tour and we also take a stroll through the Jewish Quarter before departing the city and travelling south-west to Seville, capital of Andalusia. Tonight, we enjoy an included dinner of typical Andalusian cuisine.





2024 departures: Please note that in 2024, dinner is not included tonight.

Day 10: Seville

Location: Seville

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we explore Seville on a guided tour. Entrance to the city's cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world, is included. We also visit the Santa Cruz Quarter, where the famous opera 'Carmen' is largely set. Wander through Maria Luisa Park and the picturesque Plaza Espana. After our tour, the afternoon is free for you to further explore Seville at your own pace.

Day 11: Jerez

Location: Jerez

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Costa del Sol (2024), Ronda (2025)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Seville - Jerez - Ronda. Leaving Seville after breakfast, we pass through quaint Andalusian villages to Jerez. Here we will visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and enjoy an included wine tasting at one of the region's renowned wineries. We continue our journey towards Ronda, stopping along the way to visit an olive oil production facility. Arriving in Ronda, the rest of the day is at leisure.





2024 departures: Please note that in 2024, we make a stop in Ronda before heading to the Costa del Sol, where we stay in Malaga or Torremolinos.

Day 12: Malaga

Location: Malaga

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Ronda - Malaga - Granada. After breakfast, we head to the coastal city of Malaga. We can spend some time exploring the city's Roman and Arab past before continuing to Granada, located at the foot of Sierra Nevada. We will enjoy an included Flamenco dance masterclass before attending an included dinner and Flamenco show. After dinner, we will head to one of the city viewpoints to take in our surroundings.





2024 departures: In 2024, we travel from the Costa del Sol to Granada and visit the Alhambra Complex today. There is an included Flamenco show and dinner.

Day 13: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Granada - Madrid. This morning we visit the world-famous Alhambra. This stunning palace and fortress complex was built during the Nasrid Dynasty in the 13th and 14th centuries. Originally constructed as a small fortress in 889 AD on Roman remains, it was later transformed into a royal palace by the Moors. The Alhambra showcases exquisite Islamic architecture, with intricate carvings, stunning tilework, and tranquil gardens, reflecting the cultural zenith of Islamic Spain before the Christian Reconquista in 1492, when the Alhambra was surrendered to Ferdinand and Isabella.





After our included visit to the Alhmabra, we make our way back to Madrid, and there is an included farewell dinner this evening.





2024 departures: In 2024 we will visit the hilltop city of Toledo today on our way back to Madrid. There is no included dinner in the evening.

Day 14: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy 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

  • 13 breakfasts & 6 dinners (3 dinners in 2024)

  • 13 nights 4-star hotels

  • Escorted by an English-speaking local tour leader with local guides for sightseeing (or expert driver-guide for group of 10 or fewer)

  • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 14

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

  • Guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada & Toledo (in 2024) Guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Coimbra, Cordoba, Seville, Granada & Malaga in 2025

  • Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid (2025)

  • Douro River Cruise & wine tasting in Porto

  • 2024 Fado show in Lisbon (including dinner), 2025 Fado show in Porto (including dinner)

  • Cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro (2025)

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What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

  • 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

Age Policy

No minimum age

Check out our Q&As

  • 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

Nerina Zubeldiaau  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

08-May-2024

The tour was fabulous .. Maritsia was so funny & made the trip for us & Antonio was an incredible driver .. how he managed in those busy small streets was a constant source of amazement.

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

01-Oct-2024

The tour was fantastic, and we had enough time at all the places we visited. Our tour manager David was very kind and helpful and generous with his time. Our bus driver Andreas was also great and very skilled at his job. The local city tour guides were all very knowledgeable and friendly. The accommodation was good and mostly walkable to the main attractions and every hotel had great breakfasts. We enjoyed the 3 dinners we had with the group including the Fado and Flamenco shows. The meal at the Fado dinner was a little ordinary but otherwise all was well.

Hamid Jafari  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

10-Oct-2024

We were disappointed with the location of our hotels. The hotels were away from the main areas we wished to visit and required us to either catch a taxi or some other transport to get back to our hotel at the end of the day. Only 2 of the hotels were close to the main tourist attractions. The hotels were generally a very good standard. We felt the tour leader could have provided more information on things to look at in our allotted free time, instead it required research by ourselves on the internet either before arriving at each location or while we were actually at the town. The tour leader would read a small amount from his phone giving facts about each town before we arrived at every town. It sounded like he was just reading from Wikipedia. We were told to "go and wander" in our free time. The tour leader was a great guy, but we felt he could have given more practical tips on different options on eating out. Perhaps more optional tours could be offered to make better use of free time. One of the nights included a dinner while watching a Fado show. The "fish" dinner was hardly edible, and the service was very slow, so much so that we had to quickly gulp down desert, so our bus driver didn't go over his hours of driving for the day. Our bus driver did an amazing job weaving his way through the traffic and parking in some very tight spaces. This was our second On the Go tour and I think it may be the last!

Robert Savage  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

09-May-2024

Overall we enjoyed the tour very much. The cities on the Itinerary were generally very interesting. Local guides for local tours were very good except for Madrid which was poorly done. However, several highlights on the tour required additional onsite charges. . Most afternoons were free time and we were given the choice of returning to the hotel or being dropped off in city and making our own way back. It would have been helpful if we were provided a suggested list of points of interest for the free time. Transport was via bus, it was comfortable, included WiFi, and was driven by a very capable and knowledgeable driver. The tour guide was cheerful, talkative, knowledgeable, and ensured that the tour operated on time and without any problems. However, this was an English language tour and the tour company should have provided a guide with better English skills.

Debbie Hudson  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

15-Oct-2024

Great tour overall. Improvements to consider - There was no orientation meeting. The Douro river cruise was overcrowded, raining and we did not know about the audio tour. The Fado dinner was awful (no choices given). More time in Rhonda.

Nicole Johns  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

29-May-2024

Both Alex our guide and Lorenzo our bus driver were good and always prepared to answer any questions or help . Some feedback though 1. Sightseeing in Madrid - a lot of it is on the bus . Plus no introductions between group members until after the tour and us the guests ourselves introduced ourselves to each other . 2. Hotel in Madrid whilst lovely to far from Centre of town . Plus original trip notes indicated it would be centrally so disappointing.. 3. The town guide in Toledo wasn’t very informative and the walk was extremely slow, making it uninteresting for all . So not sure if required . Furthermore if this is going to continue it should be done when we first arrive , not after our 2.5 hrs of free time ., 4. Dinner in Lisbon with Faldo show was not very good . Many of the group also commented on it , plus dessert not served before we left as they were behind schedule. 5. Would have preferred to stay in Nazaré instead of Fátima , but understand driving restrictions may be the concern with this . Others in group also said the same thing . 6. Hotel in Seville was outstanding. Otherwise enjoyable trip with lots of own time to explore

Hamid Jafari  

Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain - 14 days

10-Oct-2024

Driver was awesome. We didn’t have a guide, we had a tour director which meant we were plonked in the main square and told to explore. Fado night food/service was appalling, fish stew full of bones and no taste. Accom at Fátima terrible, small double bed, feet hung off and roll away single bed.

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