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Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free. Accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, panoramic city tour; we will contemplate its medieval origins as an Arab fortress by touring the Morería district, characterized by the antiquity of its buildings and the flavors of its taverns; we will tour the courtly Madrid of the Austrias, shaped by Philip II and its Renaissance and Baroque buildings in Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; we will see the Madrid of the Bourbons and the urban layout of Charles III, the Royal Palace, the Cibeles Fountain, Neptune Fountain and the Alcalá Gate; we will admire 19th‑century works such as the elegant Plaza de Oriente and the Prado Museum; we will discover contemporary Madrid with avenues like Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana, Salamanca district, Parque del Oeste, commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Free time and presentation, at the agreed time, at our office to depart for Toledo. We will take a walking tour through the historic city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986, and a spectacular mix of Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures. Discover its fantastic heritage and see how the coexistence of cultures through the centuries influenced its current architectural style. Through the cobbled streets we will arrive at the Cathedral. Built on the remains of an old Arab mosque, it was erected during the 13th century and today is one of the most important Gothic cathedrals in Spain. Admire the details of its façade and the great bell tower before entering. Visit its interior and Sacristy, full of works of art, including fifteen works by El Greco. Free time and return to Madrid (ending at Plaza de Oriente). Accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Salamanca. Free time in this university city, a World Heritage Site rich in architectural and artistic heritage, then departure to the Portuguese border, arriving in Porto. Accommodation. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic tour of Porto, a World Heritage Site, where we will see the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building and the Church of Santa Clara. Afterwards, enjoy a different perspective of the city along the Douro River aboard a cruise and discover the historical heritage by visiting a renowned Port Wine Cellar, including a wine tasting. Rest of the day free. Accommodation. (D)
Breakfast. Departure to Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities and the birthplace of Fado. Free time. Continue to Fátima. Center of Christian Faith and World Pilgrimage Sanctuary with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, the site of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary. We recommend visiting the Chapel of the Apparitions, the heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three shepherd children, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta. In the evening, there is the possibility of attending the candlelight procession. Accommodation. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style, a World Heritage Site. We will continue to the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré. Free time, then continue to Alcobaça, with its Gothic church and Cistercian monastery, whose origins date back to the 12th century, and then Lisbon. Arrival in the Portuguese capital and accommodation. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, city tour of Lisbon, formerly known as Olissipo, visiting its main squares and avenues, Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery (exterior), the Monument to the Discoveries… Afternoon free to discover the nostalgic corners of this city, such as the Alfama district, or take the optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais (World Heritage Site). Accommodation at the hotel. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Mérida, capital of Extremadura. Declared a World Heritage Site, Mérida is known for its rich historical heritage, including its well‑preserved Roman ruins: the theater, the amphitheater, the Roman bridge… Free time, then continue to Córdoba, in the past the capital of the Caliphate. Accommodation at the hotel. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the impressive Mosque/Cathedral, which will relax our mind and spirit to stroll through the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter. Then, after a short journey of about two hours, arrival in Seville. Accommodation at the hotel. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, monumental and panoramic tour of the city, including entrance to the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter’s in Rome. We will also tour the typical Santa Cruz district, the natural setting of “Carmen” as well as the place where the myth of “Don Juan” unfolded, María Luisa Park and Plaza de España… Afternoon free to discover different perspectives and specific flavors of this vibrant city full of light. Accommodation at the hotel. (D)
After breakfast at the hotel, departure south along the route of the White Villages towards Ronda; free time to admire this town of Celtic origin with wonderful views of the valley and the mountains. In the afternoon, continue to one of the most modern and important areas of international tourist interest, the Costa del Sol. Accommodation at the hotel. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Granada and its incredible and astonishing monumental setting, the last stronghold of the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada until 1492. Visit to the world‑famous Alhambra complex (entrance included) and the Generalife Gardens, fountains, gardens, courtyards that with their views and sounds have inspired authors such as Washington Irving in his “Tales of the Alhambra”. Accommodation at the hotel. In the evening, optional Zambra Flamenco show. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure north towards Madrid. Arrival and accommodation at the hotel. (D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport. (D)
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└─ Aloft Madrid Gran Vía / 1881 Madrid Ventas or similar (Superior or Superior Plus)
└─ Yotel Porto / Bessa Hotel Boavista / Cristal or similar (Superior Plus)
└─ Santa María / Aurea / Estrela / Regina or similar (Superior Plus)
└─ Lutécia / VIP Art's / VIP Entrecampos or similar (Superior Plus)
└─ Sol Torremolinos / Sol Príncipe or Similar (Superior or Superior Plus)
└─ Meliá Granada / Catalonia Granada or similar (Superior Plus)
💬 Rates are for reference and may be subject to change.
⚲ If the Madrid tour cannot be carried out for technical reasons, it will be replaced by the 1‑day Madrid City Tour Bus or a walking tour of the Barrio de los Austrias (to be decided by the operator).
❖ In the event that the Board of the Alhambra and Generalife does not grant tickets for the participants in the visit on certain dates, compensation will be offered for the loss of these services, at the operator's discretion.
🗣 Tour combined with other circuits; not all participants may have the same destination. Depending on the segment of the circuit, the accompanying guide may change.
⟳ The hotel for the return night in Madrid may be different from the one used during the initial stay.
🗒 On the following dates, the program operates bilingually in English and Spanish:
🗒 On the following dates, the program operates bilingually in Portuguese and Spanish:
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