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9-Day Highlights of Spain and Portugal Tour from Barcelona Tour Code: 245-8488

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Barcelona, Spain
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Visit Azeitao, Barcelona, Cordoba, Lisbon, Madrid, Setubal, Seville.
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    Single $2749
    Double $2099
    3rd Person
    Adult $2009
    Child $1889.10
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Day 1: Barcelona

Welcome to Barcelona! At 6:00 pm, meet your tour director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Standard Hotel: Tryp Apolo or similar
Dinner: Included

Day 2: Barcelona

Sightseeing with a local guide features the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluna, and Paseo de Gràcia. Visit Gaudì's masterpiece, the spectacular Sagrada Familia Basilica, followed by a panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. This afternoon, an optional excursion to Montserrat can be arranged.
  • Barcelona, SPAIN

    Barcelona, SPAIN
    This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

    Columbus Monument

    Christopher Columbus is immortalized with a towering monument on Barcelona's famous walkway, La Rambla, depicting the famed explorer pointing out towards the sea. Visitors can take an elevator to the top, which offers a thrilling view of the city.

    Placa de Catalunya

    Placa de Catalunya is a square and cultural hub in Barcelona and is well known for its iconic fountain and the Francesc Macia monument, as well as its proximity to many of Barcelona's most popular attractions. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of local cafes, restaurants, and theatres.

    Passeig de Gracia

    Regarded as one of the most expensive streets in the city, Passeig de Gracia is also one of the liveliest. Some very famous buildings are also located on the street, such as Casa Battlo, designed by Barcelona's esteemed architect, Antoni Gaudi.

    Sagrada Familia

    Sagrada Familia
    Designed by Antoni Gaudi, Barcelona's most famous architect, construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and continues to this day, a perfect synthesis of the 19th-century Gothic and 20th-century Modernist styles, a blend of religion and fantasy.
Standard Hotel: Tryp Apolo or similar
Breakfast: Included

Day 3: Barcelona - Madrid (505 km)

Admire rustic Catalonian and Aragonian landscapes on your journey to Madrid, the capital of Spain since 1561.
Standard Hotel: Novotel Madrid Center or similar
Breakfast: Included

Day 4: Madrid

The local guide will take us to the Puerta del Sol, Plaza de Espana with its monument to Cervantes, the Parliament, Cibeles Fountain, elegant Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Castellana. Then, the highlight: a visit to the palatial Prado Museum with its priceless art treasures. To make the most of your stay, appealing optional excursions are available.
  • Madrid, SPAIN

    Madrid, SPAIN
    Madrid is both the capital of Spain and its largest city. A modern city with a historic architecture where you can visit the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Bernabeu Stadium, Fountain of Cibeles and more.

    Puerta del Sol

    The Puerta del Sol is the central point of Spain's radial network of streets, with a plaque marking it as "Kilometer Zero", and one of the busiest parts of the city.

    Plaza de Espana

    This large public square in Madrid features a huge monument to Miguel de Cervantes, Spain's most widely-read writer, that hovers over bronze sculptures of Cervantes' two iconic characters, Don Quixote and Sancho Panza.

    Fountain of Cibeles

    Fountain of Cibeles
    The centerpiece of the plaza that bears the same name, the Fountain of Cibeles features a statue of an ancient Phrygian goddess sitting atop a lion-drawn chariot, who has been adopted as a symbol of the city of Madrid.

    Paseo de la Castellana

    La Castellana is a wide avenue that cuts North-to-South through the very center of Madrid, one of the city's busiest streets, and home to some of its most famous buildings including the Puerta de Europa and the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.

    Prado Museum

    Prado Museum
    The main national art museum of Spain, this facility is lovated in Central Madrid and features one of the world's finest collections of European art dating from the 12th century to the early 19th.
Standard Hotel: Novotel Madrid Center or similar
Breakfast: Included

Day 5: Madrid - Cordoba - Seville (441 km)

A scenic drive through the arid landscapes of Don Quixote's La Mancha brings you to Cordoba, where sightseeing with a local guide includes the medieval Jewish Quarter, the Mosque of the Caliphs, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper, the Roman Bridge, and the remains of the Alcazar. Then, continue to Seville, the vibrant, festive capital of Andalusia.
  • Cordoba, SPAIN

    Cordoba, SPAIN
    Cordoba is a city in Andalusia, Spain, and the capital of the province of Cordoba. The city is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir river, and its easy access to the mining resources of the Sierra Morena satisfies the population's needs.

    Jewish Quarter

    Cordoba's Jewish Quarter is marked by narrow and irregular streets. It houses a medieval Synagogue and the Sephardic House. Unfortunately, this neighborhood was a focal point of the Spanish Inquisition, during which Cordoba played a large role.
  • Seville, SPAIN

    Seville, SPAIN
    Seville is the capital of Andalucia and the cultural and financial centre of southern Spain. A city of just over 700,000 inhabitants (1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it Spain's 4th largest city), Seville is Andalucia's top destination, with much to offer the traveler.
Standard Hotel: Hesperia Sevilla or similar
Breakfast: Included

Day 6: Seville

During your guided sightseeing tour, hear about the city's role in Roman times, its conquest by the Moors in 712 AD, and its contribution to the discovery of the New World. Admire Maria Luisa Park, the Golden Tower on the Guadalquivir River, and the university that was once the tobacco factory of Carmen fame. Also, visit the magnificent Casa De Pilatos. Then, stroll through the narrow lanes of the Santa Cruz Quarter. An optional extended guided visit to the cathedral is also available. This evening, enjoy dinner at El Palacio Andaluz restaurant with Flamenco entertainment.
  • Seville, SPAIN

    Seville, SPAIN
    Seville is the capital of Andalucia and the cultural and financial centre of southern Spain. A city of just over 700,000 inhabitants (1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it Spain's 4th largest city), Seville is Andalucia's top destination, with much to offer the traveler.

    Parque de Maria Luisa

    On the riverbanks of Sevilla, Maria Luisa Park is a large public area that features lovely foliage, fountains, and walkways in the middle of this beautiful city. Within the park are many statues of famous Spanish figures.

    La Casa de Pilatos

    An Andalusian palace in Seville, Spain, which serves as the permanent residence of the Dukes of Medinaceli. The building is a mixture of Italian Renaissance and Spanish Mudejar styles. It is considered the prototype of the Andalusian palace.

    Santa Cruz (Jewish Quarter)

    The barrio of Santa Cruz in Sevilla was once the city's Jewish Quarter, and is now the most popular tourist are in the city. The narrow, winding streets and alleyways of this neighborhood remind visitors of a labyrinth.
Standard Hotel: Hesperia Sevilla or similar
Breakfast: Included|Dinner: Included

Day 7: Seville - Setubal - Azeitao - Lisbon (322 km)

A scenic drive today takes you to Portugal. Stop in Setubal for the colorful food market, and visit a traditional Tile Workshop in Azeitao, before arriving in Lisbon, proud capital of Portugal.
  • Setubal, PORTUGAL

    A city and a municipality lies within the Lisbon metropolitan area.Tourism, based on the beautiful existing natural conditions plus excellent hotels, resorts and infrastructures, is one of the city's most appreciated resources, due to its interconnection with the Sado (river) on one side and Atlantic Ocean on another, having a coast line with both.
  • Azeitao, PORTUGAL

    A civil parish in the municipality of Setúbal, Portugal. Heritage includes Church of Sao Lourenco, Fountain of the Stunned etc. In 2014, Azeitao cheese was considered one of the 50 best gastronomic products in the world.
Standard Hotel: Marques De Pombal or similar
Breakfast: Included

Day 8: Lisbon

Morning sightseeing with a local guide features a drive through the Baixa quarter's main squares and a walk along the cobblestone alleys of quaint Alfama, the popular quarter of the seamen and Fado singers. Drive along the grand Avenida da Liberdade up to Pombal Square, and stop for pictures of Belem Tower and the Monument of Discoveries. Also visit the Church with the tomb of Vasco da Gama. Tonight, farewell dinner has been prepared at a local restaurant.
  • Lisbon, PORTUGAL

    Lisbon, PORTUGAL
    The capital city of Portugal, Lisbon is one of Europe's most important economic centers. It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations. Historically significant locations include Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery, which are recognized by UNESCO.

    Alfama District

    Alfama, with its winding passages of narrow streets and steep stairways, is Lisbon's oldest district. Its name derives from Arabic because of the city's medieval Muslim rulers. Alfama is home to many restaurants and cafes that showcase live Fado music.

    Pombal Square

    The full name of this public space in Lisbon is the Marquis of Pombal Square, a former prime minister of Portugal in the 18th century. It is now a busy roundabout for automotive traffic.

    Tower of Belem

    This fortified tower off the coast of Lisbon, also known as the Tower of St. Vincent, was built to defend the city in the 16th century. It was built in the Portuguese Manueline style of architecture of the 16th century.

    Monument of Discoveries

    This monument is located at the mouth of Lisbon harbor, commemorating the age of exploration, when ships bound for the American continents in the west would pass through the Tagus estuary.
Standard Hotel: Marques De Pombal or similar
Breakfast: Included|Dinner: Included

Day 9: Lisbon

Your vacation will end with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast: Included

Price Includes

  • Headsets throughout the tour
  • 3 three-course dinners, including dinners at a local restaurant in Seville and Lisbon
  • 8 nights hotel accommodations with breakfast
  • Local Guides for city sightseeing. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring(Level 2: semi-guided tour)
  • Motorcoach with free wifi

Price Excludes

  • Spanish Dinner: From $57/person
  • Discover Montserrat: From $53/person
  • Air fares
  • Optional tours, tips to guides, driver, and tour manager.
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry, wines, water, beverages, food other than the table d'hote menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, airport taxes and fees, and foreign port taxes unless specifically indicated in the package inclusions

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