Name: 2–7 Day Spain and Portugal Flexible Tour: Valencia, Granada, Seville, Toledo, Madrid from Lisbon, Spain
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Tour Overview

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Visit Barcelona, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Malaga, Toledo, Seville, Valencia, Zaragoza.

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Itinerary

We will drive to the most westerly point in continental Europe [Cabo da Roca], the place where the land ends and the sea begins. Immortalized in the famous words of Portugal’s greatest poet, Luís Vaz de Camões, Cape Roca impresses all who visit. Then we will travel to the famous "City of Three Cultures" Toledo, Christians, Muslims and Jews. Followers of the three religions lived side by side for centuries and left their mark in Toledo. Discover an excellent example of Spanish Gothic art at the [Toledo Cathedral] and visit[Toledo Old Town] and take a relaxed stroll around. Overnight stay in Toledo or nearby.

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.

Cape Roca

This cape outside of Lisbon forms the westernmost coastline of Portugal. The iconic lighthouse that sits on the cape has become symbolic of the area as it looks out into the Atlantic Ocean.

Toledo, Spain

Toledo is known as the "Imperial City" for having been the main venue of the court of Charles I, and as the "City of the Three Cultures", having been influenced by a historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims and Jews.

Toledo Cathedral

One of the prime examples of Spanish-Gothic architecture, Toledo's Cathedral was built as part of a highly concentrated effort to cover up all non-Christian religious buildings and symbols, as Toledo has a large historical population of Jews and Muslims.

Admission (Optional): Adult $14 / €12; Child $14 / €12; Senior $14 / €12

Alcazar of Toledo

The Alcazar of Toledo is a large palace and fort complex atop the highest point in the city. It was originally a 3rd-century C.E. Roman palace, but was restored in the 16th-century.

Today the tour departs for the cheerful and vibrant capital of Spain, Madrid. In addition to its famous museums, bustling streets lined with all kinds of shops, restaurants offering world cuisine and unbeatable nightlife, Madrid will surprise you with its tranquil historic spots that charm everyone who passes by. In Madrid, you'll come across iconic spots such as the stunning [Royal Palace of Madrid](optional), [the Plaza Mayor] with 400 years of history, the buzzing [Puerta del Sol], the impressive [Plaza de España], the famous [Gran Vía] full of shops, or the legendary [El Estadio Santiago Bernabeu]. Overnight stay in Madrid or nearby.

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.

Royal Palace of Madrid

This Baroque palace is the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, although it is only used for state functions. Built in 1738, the palace is nearly 1.5 million square-feet, and contains paintings by many European greats.

Admission (Optional): Adult $21 / €18; Child $11 / €9 (5-16 yrs); Senior $21 / €18; Student $11 / €9 (0-25 yrs). Book your ticket with audio guide online in advance at Royal Palace of Madrid. Suggested reservation time please see "Additional Note"

Plaza Mayor

The Plaza Mayor is a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. It was first built (1580–1619) during the Habsburg period of Philip III's reign. Only a few Spanish blocks away is another famous plaza, the Puerta del Sol. The Plaza Mayor is for the people of Madrid and tourists to shop, walk around, eat, and enjoy the outdoors.

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.

Gran Via

The Gran Via, oftentimes referred to as "The Spanish Broadway," is a central avenue in Madrid with some of the finest shops in the city, not to mention one of the most active nightlife scenes of any European city.

Santiago Bernabeu Stadium

Home of legendary Real Madrid Club de Futbol, perhaps the most famous sports team in the world, the stadium was opened in 1947 and is the second-largest of any European soccer team, behind only arch-rivals Barcelona's Camp Nou.

Today we will depart for Zaragoza, a city with more than 2000 years of history. Zaragoza is known for its colossal Basilica del Pilar, its Roman foundations, its cultural diversity and the warmth of its people. Explore the Baroque [Nuestra Señora del Pilar Basilica] and Islamic palace [Aljafería Palace]. Then, driver to Barcelona.

Zaragoza, Spain

The capital city of the Zaragoza province and of the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain.it hosted Expo 2008 in the summer of 2008.The city is famous for its folklore, local gastronomy, and landmarks such as the Basílica del Pilar, La Seo Cathedral and the Aljafería Palace.

Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar

This massive basilica in Zaragoza is, accroding to legend, the first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, with the original chapel said to be built in 44 BCE. It has been rebuilt numerous times and is now baroque in style.

Aljaferia Palace

Aljaferia Palace is a fortified medieval Islamic palace built during the second half of the 11th century in the Moorish taifa of Zaragoza of Al-Andalus, present day Zaragoza, Spain.

Your tour starts from Barcelona, a city overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and famous for Gaudí and other Art Nouveau architecture. [The Sagrada Família](optional) is a one-of-a-kind basilica, the fruit of the work of genius architect Antoni Gaudí. Today, construction continues on the Basilica. [Casa Milà](exterior visit only),a block of flats, is Gaudí's most iconic secular building and also his final residential project. Next, head to Valencia, a city where the classical and the avant-garde meet. Visit [Valencia Cathedral], the city’s most important religious building, with its iconic tower, “el Miguelete”, a symbol of the city. Not far from the Cathedral, you'll find [Plaça de la Verge], one of the landmarks of the old town. A little further from the centre is the most modern face of Valencia: the [City of Arts and Sciences](exterior visit only). Overnight stay in Valencia or nearby.

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.

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.

From June 9th to June 11th, the Sagrada Familia will hold a solemn mass to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudi, paying tribute to his spirit and artistic heritage. These days, the Holy Family Hall is not open for visitors to visit, only for exterior tours.

Admission (Optional): Adult $31 / €26. Book your ticket with audio guide online in advance at Sagrada Familia Individual Ticket
. Suggested reservation time please see "Additional Note"

Casa Mila(Outside Visit)

This Modernist building in Barcelona is one of themany famous buildings in the city designed by the eccentric architect Antoni Gaudi. It was considered a great architectural innovation when it opened, both in aesthetic design and functionality.

Valencia, Spain

Valencia is the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia and the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. The Port of Valencia is the 5th busiest container port in Europe and busiest container port on the Mediterranean Sea.

Valencia Cathedral

Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, this cathedral is mainly Gothic in style, though, given that it was built over the course of several centuries, it also features Romanesque, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical elements.

Plaza de la Virgen

Located in the heart of Valencia’s historic district lies the charming Plaza de la Virgen, an old square dating back to the Roman times. The square offers visitors respite from city life and stunning views of local architecture.

City of Arts and Sciences(Outside Visit)

This entertainment is made up of several buildings, all of them state of the art examples of postmodern architecture. Within the facility is an IMAX theater, an oceanography museum, an opera house, concert hall, and much more!

Today we head to Granada, a city with an unmistakably Moorish flavour, located in eastern Andalusia. You will visit the [Alhambra], a beautiful complex of buildings and gardens. It was the largest political and aristocratic centre of the Moslem West. The palace grounds comprise beautiful rectangular courtyards and numerous fountains, as well as the Nasrid buildings that served as living quarters for the monarchs and their servants. Overnight in Granada or nearby.

Granada, Spain

Granada is a mid-sized provincial capital in the Andalucia region of Spain. Rich in history and culture, Granada is arguably the single most worthwhile city in Spain for visitors. Spring and autumn are also both excellent times to visit.

Alhambra

The Alhambra is a massive complex consisting of multiple palaces and fortresses. It originated as a Spanish-Muslim fortress in the 9th century, but subsequent rulers, both Muslim and Christian, continually added additions and renovations.

Admission (Optional): Adult $26 / €22.27; Child $18 / €14.85 (12-15 yrs); Senior $26 / €22.27. Book your ticket in advance at Alhambra General Ticket. Suggested reservation time please see "Additional Note"

Today we travel to Málaga, known as the "capital and heart of the Costa del Sol, and visit [Alcazaba](optional ), one of the largest Arab fortresses in Andalusia. Then drive to the jewel of southern Spain - Seville, a historic city whose rise and fall encapsulate the story of the Spanish Empire. Upon arrival, we will visit [Plaza de España], [Catedral de Sevilla](optional), [Real Alcázar de Sevilla](optional). (Please purchase your own tickets to the Palace of Seville in advance !!!)

Malaga, Spain

With a population of 571,026 in 2018, it is the second-most populous city of Andalusia and the sixth-largest in Spainm, the southernmost large city in Europe.

Alcazaba

Malaga Castle is another outstanding embodiment of Islamic civilization. Built on the hills of Mount Brabarra, the Malaga Castle is a great location for Malagaâs landmarks and bird's eye view of the beach. There are many Muslim-style porches, pavilions, gardens and courtyards in the castle.

Admission (Optional): Adult $9 / €7; Child $9 / €7; Senior $4 / €3 (65+)

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.

Seville Cathedral

The third-largest church in the world (and the largest cathedral), the Seville is a massive Gothic building. Each of its facades has multiple entrances that are all exquisitely and ornately adorned. It was built over an old mosque.

Admission (Optional): Adult $13 / €11; Child Free (0-13 yrs); Senior $13 / €11 (65+); Student $7 / €6 (0-25 yrs). Book your ticket with audio guide online in advance at Seville Cathedral. Price not include audio guide. Suggested reservation time please see "Additional Note"

Plaza de Espana

A large section of Maria Luisa Park in Sevilla, the Plaza de Espana is a large open space featuring buildings of Renaissance revival architecture. Most of the buildings are currently used for government purposes.

Royal Alcazar of Seville

A historic royal palace in Seville, Spain. It was formerly the site of the Islamic-era citadel of the city, begun in the 10th century and then developed into a larger palace complex by the Abbadid dynasty and the Almohads.

Admission (Optional): Adult $17 / €14.50; Child $9 / €7 (14-30 yrs). Book your ticket with audio guide online in advance at Alcázar of Seville. Suggested reservation time please see "Additional Note"

Today we'll explore the capital of Portugal, Lisbon, where old customs and ancient history intermingle with cultural entertainment and hi-tech innovation.We will visit [The Jerónimos Monastery], a National Monument and that was classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. Next, we'll visit [Torre de Belém] a cornerstone of Portuguese identity and an icon of a country historically shaped by its proximity to the ocean and its maritime discoveries of new worlds. Come and make your own discoveries at the [Padrão dos Descobrimentos], a monumental sculpture commemorating the golden age of Portuguese history. Not far away, you will find one of the symbols of Lisbon the [25th of April Bridge].