24 days · Spain, Portugal, Morocco
Best of Spain, Portugal & Morocco
From AED 15,958per person, twin share
Experience the best of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, from vibrant cities to desert landscapes. Explore Madrid, Lisbon, Seville, Marrakesh & more!
- Duration
- 24 Days / 23 Nights
- Route
- Madrid → Casablanca
- Countries
- Spain, Portugal and Morocco
- Activity level
- Active (4 of 5)
- A long, fast-moving tour across three countries: a hotel or desert-camp change most nights, a mountain pass over 2,000 m, desert heat with an early sunrise excursion, and long drive days
- Accommodation
- 23 nights: 3- and 4-star hotels across Spain, Portugal and Morocco, plus a night in a desert camp near Merzouga
- Meals
- 22 breakfasts and 12 dinners
- Group
- Group tour, up to 51
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leaders throughout, a new one joining in Morocco
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach, Plane
- Best time to go
- Runs February, March and October: cool desert nights in winter, mild spring, and warm, dry October across Spain, Portugal and Morocco
Tour overview
Experience colours, culture and history on this 24-day Spain, Portugal and Morocco adventure! Explore Madrid, Toledo, Seville, Granada and the Costa del Sol. Stroll Lisbon’s picturesque streets and taste port wine. Behold Morocco’s blue city, Chefchaouen, experience Morocco desert tours and discover the Imperial Cities of Fes, Marrakesh and Rabat!
Highlights
- Visit the ancient city of Toledo
- Discover the delights of Granada
- Soak up the sun in Costa del Sol
- Visit Ronda; home to the famous Puente Nuevo
- Explore the streets of Seville on a guided tour
- Enjoy a local dinner in Seville
- Visit the Algarve; Portugal's stunning southern coast
- Enjoy a tour of a cork factory and a traditional liquor tasting
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- Discover Lisbon on a driving tour
- Visit Obidos; a medieval fortified town
- Watch the waves in Nazaré
- Enjoy a driving and walking tour of Porto
- Spend two nights in Porto
- Taste Portugal’s most famous drink - Port!
- Visit Ciudad Rodrigo, a 12th-century fortified town
- Explore the streets of Salamanca with a local guide
- Enjoy a local dinner in Salamanca
- Visit Avila; home to incredible Romanesque architecture
- Explore Madrid, Spain’s capital, with a local guide
- Enjoy a local dinner in Madrid
- Enjoy a city tour of Casablanca
- Sightsee around Rabat, Morocco's capital city
- Enjoy a local dinner of mouthwatering Moroccan delights
- Embark on an orientation tour of the coastal town of Asilah
- Experience a guided tour of Chefchaouen
- Spend a night in the magical Blue City
- Discover Fes's top sights on a guided tour
- Admire the Atlas Mountains
- Take a 4x4 drive to the Merzouga desert
- Sleep under the desert stars in a comfortable tent
- Marvel at the towering cliffs at Todra Gorge
- Explore Ouarzazate on an orientation tour
- Visit the historic fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou
- See the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass
- Explore Marrakesh, the 'Red City' with an expert guide
- Explore the coastal city of Essaouira on an orientation tour
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Madrid
Day 1 · start
Toledo
Day 1 · on the way
Granada
1 night · Day 1
Hotel Porcel Sabica
Nerja
Day 2 · on the way
Costa del Sol
1 night · Day 2
Victoria Beach
Malaga
Day 3 · on the way
Ronda
Day 3 · on the way
Seville
2 nights · Days 3–4
Hotel Porcel Torneo
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Algarve
1 night · Day 5
Hotel Baltum
Lisbon
2 nights · Days 6–7
VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
Obidos
Day 8 · on the way
Nazaré
Day 8 · on the way
Porto
2 nights · Days 8–9
Park Hotel Porto Gaia
Ciudad Rodrigo
Day 10 · on the way
Salamanca
1 night · Day 10
Zenit Hall 88 Studios
Avila
Day 11 · on the way
Madrid
1 night · Day 11
Hotel Porcel Torre Garden
Casablanca
1 night · Day 12
Kenzi Basma Hotel 4*
Rabat
1 night · Day 13
Flower Town Hotel & Spa 4*
Asilah
Day 14 · on the way
Chefchaouen
1 night · Day 14
Parador Hotel 4*
Fes
2 nights · Days 15–16
Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
Atlas Mountains
Day 17 · on the way
Merzouga
1 night · Day 17
Auberge La Belle Etoile
Todra Gorge
Day 18 · on the way
Ouarzazate
1 night · Day 18
RS Hotel Karam Palace 4*
Aït Ben Haddou
Day 19 · on the way
Tizi n'Tichka
Day 19 · on the way
Marrakesh
3 nights · Days 19–21
Opera Plaza 4*
Essaouira
1 night · Day 22
Atlas Hotel Essaouira 5*
Casablanca
1 night · Day 23
Kenzi Basma Hotel 4*
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Madrid – Toledo – Granada
This tour through Spain, Portugal and Morocco begins with your tour leader in Madrid, heading first to Toledo for an orientation tour of this UNESCO listed city. The route then continues to Granada for an orientation tour covering its history. This evening’s optional Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing excursion must be booked before the tour begins.
Included
- Stop in Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its Gothic architecture
- Orientation tour of Granada’s Moorish quarter, the Albaicín
Optional extras
- Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing · AED 255 per person
- Travel
- Madrid → Toledo → Granada by coach
- Overnight
- Granada
- Hotel
- Hotel Porcel Sabica
Day 2
Granada – Nerja – Costa del Sol
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe day opens in Granada with an optional excursion to the Alhambra, a sight that must be booked well in advance. The route then continues to Costa del Sol, taking in the Aqueduct Eagle before reaching the seaside town of Nerja, and on to the coastal city of Malaga. An orientation tour and free time come before dinner tonight.
Included
- Drive past the Eagle Aqueduct en route to Nerja
- Orientation tour of Málaga, known for its beaches and architecture
Optional extras
- Alhambra Palace & Gardens · AED 365 per person
- Travel
- Granada → Nerja → Costa del Sol by coach
- Overnight
- Costa del Sol
- Hotel
- Victoria Beach
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 3
Malaga – Ronda – Seville
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Breakfast comes before the journey to the mountaintop city of Ronda, known for its Puente Nuevo, or New Bridge. The route continues to Seville, where a local guide covers the sights of the Pearl of Andalusia, including the Torre del Oro, Metropol Parasol and the Plaza de Espana. A local dinner tonight offers a true taste of Seville.
Included
- Stop at the Puente Nuevo in Ronda, above the El Tajo gorge
- Guided tour of Seville, the ‘Pearl of Andalusia’
- Dinner at a local restaurant in Seville
- Travel
- Málaga → Ronda → Seville by coach
- Overnight
- Seville
- Hotel
- Hotel Porcel Torneo
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Seville: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
Seville is yours to explore today. The optional excursion covers UNESCO listed historic sights such as the Seville Alcázar and Seville Cathedral, for those seeking a fuller immersion. In the evening, there is also the optional Flamenco dinner show, an evening of colour and culture.
Included
- Free day in Seville to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Seville Alcázar & Cathedral Tour · AED 320 per person
- Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner · AED 365 per person
- Overnight
- Seville
- Hotel
- Hotel Porcel Torneo
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 5
Seville – Algarve
Meals included: Breakfast
The route leaves Spain for Portugal, crossing the Algarve. An orientation tour in Tavira takes in the Old Bridge and Tavira Castle, followed by a cork factory tour and liquor tasting. Faro, the Algarve’s capital, is the final stop, where an orientation tour covers its historic centre and the Faro Cathedral.
Included
- Orientation tour of Tavira: the Old Bridge and Tavira Castle
- Cork factory tour with a traditional liquor tasting
- Orientation tour of Faro’s old town and cathedral
- Travel
- Seville → Algarve by coach
- Overnight
- Algarve
- Hotel
- Hotel Baltum
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 6
Algarve – Lisbon
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
The route leaves the Algarve for Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, with a scenic driving tour taking in colourful architecture and cultural landmarks. The drive along the Tagus River passes the Monument to the Discoveries, the Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower. Free time comes before a three course dinner this evening, with local dishes.
Included
- Driving tour of Lisbon: the Tagus River, the Monument to the Discoveries, Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower
- Dinner in Lisbon
- Travel
- Algarve → Lisbon by coach
- Overnight
- Lisbon
- Hotel
- VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 7
Lisbon: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastToday is set aside for Lisbon itself. Alternatively, an excursion travels to Fátima, Portugal’s well known pilgrimage site, taking in the limestone Coin Caves and the Sanctuary. In the afternoon, Sintra, Portugal’s capital of Romanticism and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, can be visited on a separate optional excursion lasting half a day, with the Pena Palace there explored at your own pace.
Included
- Free day in Lisbon to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves · AED 235 per person
- Colours of Sintra: The Essence of Pena Palace · AED 250 per person
- Overnight
- Lisbon
- Hotel
- VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 8
Lisbon – Obidos – Nazaré – Porto
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
On the way to Porto, an orientation drive takes in medieval Obidos, followed by the coastal town of Nazaré, known for some of the world’s biggest waves. A local guide leads a driving and walking tour on arrival in Porto, with a Port tasting and the toast “saúde”, meaning cheers. A group dinner follows, before checking into the hotel.
Included
- Stop in Óbidos, a medieval town with cobbled streets and a hilltop castle
- Stop in Nazaré, known for its enormous waves
- Guided tour of Porto, followed by a Port wine tasting
- Dinner in Porto
- Travel
- Lisbon → Óbidos → Nazaré → Porto by coach
- Overnight
- Porto
- Hotel
- Park Hotel Porto Gaia
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 9
Porto: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastPorto offers a free day to explore its historic sites and local culture. Alternatively, a pastel de nata cooking class, hands on and full of secrets about Portugal’s well known custard tart, ends with tasting the results alongside Port wine. In the evening, the optional Fado show is performed live, followed by a three course meal of local dishes overlooking the Douro River.
Included
- Free day in Porto to explore, including the Ribeira area
Optional extras
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class · AED 235 per person
- Fado & Feast by the Douro · AED 300 per person
- Overnight
- Porto
- Hotel
- Park Hotel Porto Gaia
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10
Porto – Ciudad Rodrigo – Salamanca
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe morning leaves Portugal and crosses back into Spain. A stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, a historic city, comes before continuing to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Salamanca for the night. A guided tour there covers the city’s golden architecture and old tales. In the evening, an included three course dinner features local dishes.
Included
- Orientation tour of Ciudad Rodrigo, within its 12th-century walls
- Guided tour of Salamanca’s golden old town
- Dinner in Salamanca
- Travel
- Porto → Ciudad Rodrigo → Salamanca by coach
- Overnight
- Salamanca
- Hotel
- Zenit Hall 88 Studios
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 11
Salamanca – Avila – Madrid
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerBefore returning to Madrid, Avila offers views of the countryside, old city walls and churches built in the Romanesque and Gothic styles. Back in the capital, a local guide covers landmarks such as the Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel and the Royal Palace. In the evening, the group has a final Spanish dinner together.
Included
- Free time in Ávila among its medieval walls and Romanesque churches
- Guided tour of Madrid with your tour leader
- Farewell dinner in Madrid, marking the end of the Spain and Portugal part of the tour
- Travel
- Salamanca → Ávila → Madrid by coach
- Overnight
- Madrid
- Hotel
- Hotel Porcel Torre Garden
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 12
Madrid – Casablanca
Meals included: BreakfastThe Spain & Portugal part of the journey ends this morning, with a change of tour leader ahead of Morocco. A flight from Madrid reaches Casablanca in the afternoon, followed by a transfer to the hotel. The evening is free to rest or explore.
Included
- Free evening in Casablanca to settle in
- Travel
- Madrid → Casablanca by plane
- Overnight
- Casablanca
- Hotel
- Kenzi Basma Hotel 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 13
Casablanca – Rabat
Meals included: DinnerAfter breakfast, new travellers join the tour for an orientation tour of Casablanca’s top attractions, with stops for photos at Rick’s Café and at the Hassan II Mosque. The route then continues to Rabat, Morocco’s capital, for a city tour on arrival. A Moroccan meal at a local restaurant rounds off the evening.
Included
- City tour of Casablanca: the Habous Quarter, the Hassan II Mosque and Rick’s Café
- Driving and walking tour of Rabat: the Royal Palace, the Bab Rouah Gate and the Hassan Tower
- Moroccan dinner at a local restaurant in Rabat
- Travel
- Casablanca → Rabat by coach
- Overnight
- Rabat
- Hotel
- Flower Town Hotel & Spa 4*
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 14
Rabat – Asilah – Chefchaouen
Meals included: Breakfast
The route heads to Chefchaouen, the blue city, with a stop at the town of Asilah on the way for a tour of the Medina, or Old Town, taking in its murals and ocean views. Once in Chefchaouen, a guided tour introduces Morocco’s “Blue Pearl”, named for the blue houses that give the city its colourful nickname.
Included
- Tour of Asilah’s old town (the Medina) and its ocean viewpoints
- Guided tour of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Blue City
- Travel
- Rabat → Asilah → Chefchaouen by coach
- Overnight
- Chefchaouen
- Hotel
- Parador Hotel 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 15
Chefchaouen – Fes
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe route continues to the 13th Century city of Fes, known as the “Yellow City”, home to over 9,000 streets and ranked among the oldest and biggest urban pedestrian zones anywhere. A guided tour covers Seffarine Square and the 18th century tiled Nejjarine Fountain, followed by a visit to a local tannery. A buffet dinner at the hotel closes out the day.
Included
- Guided tour of the Fes Medina: Seffarine Square and the Nejjarine Fountain
- Visit to a local tannery
- Travel
- Chefchaouen → Fes by coach
- Overnight
- Fes
- Hotel
- Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 16
Fes: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThis free day in Fes offers plenty of options, from souvenir shopping to Moroccan food and a closer look at the Fes Medina. Alternatively, the optional excursion to Volubilis includes a guided tour of its Roman archaeology, followed by a lunch and wine pairing at a regional winery.
Included
- Free day in Fes to explore the Medina
Optional extras
- Volubilis Roman Ruins & Wine Pairing Lunch · AED 370 per person
- Overnight
- Fes
- Hotel
- Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 17
Fes – Atlas Mountains – Merzouga
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe route travels to the desert today, with a first stop at Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland”. A photo stop follows at the Atlas Mountains, before the route crosses the Ziz Valley towards Erfoud and on to Merzouga. A traditional bonfire in the evening precedes the night at the desert camp.
Included
- Stop in Ifrane, known as ‘Little Switzerland’
- Scenic drive through the Ziz Valley and the Atlas Mountains
- Dinner and a bonfire at the desert camp, with a night under the stars
- Travel
- Fes → Atlas Mountains → Merzouga by coach
- Overnight
- Merzouga
- Hotel
- Auberge La Belle Etoile
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 18
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Ouarzazate
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe early morning brings a view of the sun rising over the desert. On the way to Ouarzazate, the Todra Gorge offers limestone canyons and cliffs overhead. The route continues to the hotel for the evening, and the group has dinner there together.
Included
- Sunrise over the desert, before setting off
- Walk beneath the cliffs of the Todra Gorge
- Travel
- Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Ouarzazate by coach
- Overnight
- Ouarzazate
- Hotel
- RS Hotel Karam Palace 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 19
Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – Tizi n'Tichka – Marrakesh
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
A walking tour in Ouarzazate takes in sights such as the Taourirt Kasbah, followed by a visit to the fortified village of Aït Benhaddou. The route then crosses the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, known for its changing scenery at every turn. On arrival in Marrakesh, dinner is tangia, a regional slow cooked meat stew.
Included
- Walking tour of Ouarzazate’s Taourirt Kasbah
- Visit to the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou
- Drive over the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, at about 2,260 m
- Travel
- Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Tizi n’Tichka → Marrakesh by coach
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 20
Marrakesh: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
Marrakesh, among Morocco’s most famous Imperial cities, is the base for the next two days. A locally guided city tour covers top sights such as the Koutoubia, Jemaa el Fna Square, and a variety of souks, after which there is time to continue exploring independently. Today’s optional culinary excursion is worth joining to learn more about Moroccan cuisine.
Included
- Guided tour of Marrakesh: the Koutoubia, Jemaa el Fna Square and the souks
Optional extras
- Tastes & Sounds of Marrakesh: Cooking & Stories · AED 295 per person
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 21
Marrakesh: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastFree time in Marrakesh can be spent on the optional Marrakesh+ excursion, touring the Jardin Majorelle gardens, its Musée Berbère and the Medersa Ben Youssef in the Medina. In the evening, a variety of Moroccan dishes and a Fantasia and folklore show offer a closer look at the culture and performance arts of the country.
Included
- Free day in Marrakesh to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Marrakesh+ · AED 225 per person
- Morocco Feast, Folklore & Fantasia Show · AED 315 per person
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 22
Marrakesh – Essaouira
Meals included: BreakfastThe route leaves Marrakesh for the port city of Essaouira, where Jimi Hendrix is said to have stayed before Woodstock, with a stop at an Argan Oil collective on the way. A city tour on arrival covers this UNESCO World Heritage site, including the Old Medina. In the evening, there is the optional Evening in Essaouira, with fresh fish and seaside views.
Included
- Stop at an Argan oil cooperative
- Orientation tour of Essaouira’s Old Medina and city walls
Optional extras
- An Evening in Essaouira · AED 130 per person
- Travel
- Marrakesh → Essaouira by coach
- Overnight
- Essaouira
- Hotel
- Atlas Hotel Essaouira 5*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 23
Essaouira – Casablanca
Meals included: BreakfastThe route returns to Casablanca, marking the tour’s last night on the road. In the afternoon, there is more of Casablanca to see, including the Central Market. In the evening, the optional farewell dinner looks back on 23 days of memories, on the tour’s final evening together.
Included
- Free time at Casablanca’s Central Market
Optional extras
- Casablanca Farewell Dinner · AED 205 per person
- Travel
- Essaouira → Casablanca by coach
- Overnight
- Casablanca
- Hotel
- Kenzi Basma Hotel 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 24
End of tour in Casablanca
Meals included: BreakfastFollowing 24 days of sightseeing, relaxing and taking in the culture across this Best of Spain, Portugal & Morocco tour, the journey comes to a close after breakfast this morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
FromSun 21 Feb 2027ToTue 16 Mar 2027
Available
AED 20,768
Single room supplement +AED 3,067 single
FromSun 14 Mar 2027ToTue 6 Apr 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 15,958
Single room supplement +AED 3,067 single
FromSun 10 Oct 2027ToTue 2 Nov 2027
Available
AED 20,768
Single room supplement +AED 3,067 single
What’s included
Included
- 22 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- 1 night in a desert camp
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 23 Breakfasts, 11 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Flight from Madrid to Casablanca
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing
A four-course wine and food pairing at a Granada gastro bar, with tapas and local cheeses matched to wines from Granada and other Spanish regions, hosted by an English-speaking food guide. €60. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 255 per person
Alhambra Palace & Gardens
A guided visit to the Alhambra, Granada’s Moorish palace and fortress complex, taking in the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife gardens and the Palace of Charles V. €85. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 365 per person
Seville Alcázar & Cathedral Tour
A guided tour of the Alcázar of Seville and Seville Cathedral, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taking in the Alcázar’s gardens and the cathedral’s bell tower, the Giralda, with free time to explore it. €75. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 320 per person
Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner
A three-course Spanish dinner in Seville paired with a live Flamenco show, covering styles from bulerías to sevillanas. €85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 365 per person
Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves
A visit to Fátima, Portugal’s main religious pilgrimage site: the limestone Coin Caves with a local guide, then free time to explore the Sanctuary of Fátima and its basilicas, with coach transport from Lisbon included. €55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 235 per person
Colours of Sintra: The Essence of Pena Palace
A visit to Sintra’s Pena Palace, a hilltop palace in a UNESCO World Heritage town, with time to explore the palace, its park and the Chalet of the Countess of Edla at your own pace, plus coach transfers and a local sweet treat. €58. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 250 per person
Pastel de Nata Cooking Class
A hands-on pastel de nata cooking class in Porto, learning the centuries-old technique for the flaky crust and caramelised custard, then tasting your own pastries with a glass of Port wine. €55. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 235 per person
Fado & Feast by the Douro
An evening of Fado, Portugal’s expressive, melancholic style of song, followed by a three-course dinner of regional dishes at a restaurant overlooking the Douro in Porto. €70, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 300 per person
Volubilis Roman Ruins & Wine Pairing Lunch
A full day to Volubilis, Morocco’s best-preserved Roman site and a UNESCO World Heritage listing, with a guided tour of the ruins and mosaics, followed by a tour of a local winery and a lunch with wine pairing. US$100, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 370 per person
Tastes & Sounds of Marrakesh: Cooking & Stories
A Moroccan cooking lesson in a family home: learn to make harira soup, a tagine and a traditional dessert, with storytelling about Morocco woven through the afternoon. US$80, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 295 per person
Marrakesh+
A deeper look at Marrakesh: the Jardin Majorelle and its Musée Berbère, the Dar El Bacha Museum in the old Medina, and the Medersa Ben Youssef, a historic Koranic school. US$60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 225 per person
Morocco Feast, Folklore & Fantasia Show
An evening Fantasia show with a horse display and Moroccan folklore, paired with a multi-course dinner of mechoui and other specialities, vegetarian options available, plus return transport from the hotel. US$85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 315 per person
An Evening in Essaouira
An evening in Essaouira built around fresh fish, vegetarian options available, with views over the Atlantic from this Moroccan port town. US$35, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 130 per person
Casablanca Farewell Dinner
A farewell group dinner in Casablanca, with Moroccan specialities such as Rfissa, chicken and lentils with msemmen flatbread and ras el-hanout spicing, plus a belly dancing performance. US$55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 205 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
Spain and Portugal are both in the Schengen area, so one Schengen visa covers the Spain and Portugal part of this trip; a single-entry visa is enough, since the tour leaves Schengen for Morocco and does not return.
UAE passport holders don’t need a Schengen visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180, but will need the EU’s new ETIAS travel authorisation once it starts: we can tell you where it stands when you book. Most other nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa, applied for up to six months before you travel.
For Morocco, the e-visa is open to certain nationalities and to holders of residence permits or visas from a specific list of countries, and UAE residence isn’t on that list; for many UAE residents, the route is the Moroccan consulate, so allow time. Your passport must be valid for at least three months after you leave Schengen and have been issued within the last ten years, with two blank pages. Our visa team handles both the Schengen and Morocco applications: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to Madrid and from Casablanca aren’t included: arrange your own at each end. The flight from Madrid to Casablanca partway through, on day 12, is included.
Day 1 starts at the hotel in Madrid from 08:00. The tour ends at the hotel in Casablanca on day 24, after breakfast, by around 10:00.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match, at both ends.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day except day 1, plus twelve dinners along the route: in Costa del Sol, Seville, Lisbon, Porto and Salamanca, then in Rabat and on most nights from Chefchaouen through to Marrakesh. Vegetarian options are available for all meals on request. Lunches are not included, so you can choose where to eat.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
Spain and Portugal both use the euro. Morocco uses the dirham, which can’t be bought before you go: change money or use an ATM once you land. Cards are widely accepted in cities across all three countries, though smaller towns and markets can be cash-only.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
The tour runs in February, March and October. Spain and Portugal are cool to mild in these months; Morocco’s cities are mild by day, and the desert around Merzouga swings from warm days to cold nights, so bring a warm layer for the desert camp.
Pack layers, a light jacket for the evenings, comfortable shoes for walking tours and cobbled Medinas, and modest clothing, covering shoulders and knees, for Morocco’s mosques and Medinas.
The night in the desert
On day 17 you swap hotels for a comfortable tent at a desert camp near Merzouga, with hot water, electricity and a toilet. The evening includes Berber-style pizza, a bonfire and music, and the next morning starts early to catch the sunrise over the dunes before setting off for the Todra Gorge.
The drive over the Tizi n’Tichka pass on day 19 reaches about 2,260 m on a long, winding mountain road, so if you are prone to motion sickness, consider bringing something for it.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
One Schengen visa covers the Schengen countries on this route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Madrid, and home from Casablanca. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Best of Spain, Portugal & Morocco?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
Find your bank’s plan
Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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