What will my days look like?

Days are full. Most start with breakfast, then the main sights with a local guide or your tour leader. Afternoons often leave free time to wander, stop for a coffee or join an optional extra. Expect a fair amount of walking: some days mean two or three hours on your feet, so bring comfortable shoes.

Who will I be travelling with?

Travellers from all over the world, of different ages and backgrounds, who share a wish to see more. Up to 51 people share this tour, and most know each other’s names within a few days.

What are the hotels like?

Mostly 3 and 4 star, all clean, comfortable and well located, with private en-suite bathrooms. They are chosen so you sleep well and are ready for the next day. The destinations come first, but the hotels are never an afterthought.

How active is this tour?

You carry your own luggage, sometimes up hotel stairs. Some walking tours run for up to three hours, and a few sites have plenty of steps. The itinerary and the activity level at the top of this page show whether the pace suits you.

How do optional extras work?

Optional extras run in the tour’s free time, and your tour leader tells you what is on offer as the tour goes. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day. Others sell in advance and must be bought before the tour starts: to add one of those, mention it in your booking notes and we confirm it with your seats. Each extra in the Optional extras section says which way it is booked.

Will I have time to explore on my own?

Yes. The itinerary builds in free time to wander at your own pace, and your tour leader can point you to the places that suit you, so you are never left to work it all out alone.

What support do I have while I’m on tour?

Your tour leader travels with you from start to finish. They know the places most visitors miss, can suggest a restaurant before you ask, and deal with whatever crops up on the way. Transport and hotels are all arranged for you. There is also an emergency number staffed 24 hours a day, and our team in Dubai is there to help.

How do I book Spain & Portugal Explorer?

Press Book now, choose a date, your travellers and rooms, and give your name, email and mobile. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away; you then add each traveller as their passport shows on your booking page. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.

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.

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.

15 days · Spain, Portugal

Spain & Portugal Explorer

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A tour of the Iberian Peninsula, across Spain and Portugal, taking in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Lisbon and Porto.

Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Route: Starts and ends in Madrid
2 countries on this tour: Spain
Portugal
Activity level: Moderate (3 of 5); A long, fast-moving coach tour with a hotel change most nights across two countries, guided walking tours and a few hours on your feet most days, but no real hikes
Accommodation: 14 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels across Spain and Portugal
Meals: 14 breakfasts and 7 dinners
Group: Group tour, up to 51
Guide: English-speaking tour leader throughout, plus local guides in several cities
Transport: Air-conditioned coach
Best time to go: Runs March to September: mild spring and early autumn, hot summer across Spain and Portugal, especially inland and in Andalusia

Tour overview

The Iberian Route follows the rhythm of Spain and Portugal. It passes UNESCO World Heritage sites in Segovia, Toledo and Salamanca, and the beauty of Zaragoza, Granada, Lisbon and Porto. Along the way there are tastings in port wine cellars, seafood tavernas and tapas bars, with sun and a laid-back European pace of life.

Highlights

Madrid, Spain’s capital
A welcome dinner in Madrid
The historic town of Segovia
Free time in San Sebastián for a night out
Pamplona, known for the running of the bulls
A tasting of local Spanish wines
Zaragoza on a guided walking tour
A visit to a traditional olive oil press

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Alquézar, a medieval village
Barcelona’s architecture on a driving tour
Lunch in picturesque Peñíscola
A guided tour of Valencia
A paella dinner in Valencia
Castillo de Belmonte’s medieval halls
Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Spanish Moors’ legacy in Granada
Views from Ronda’s Puente Nuevo
Seville’s highlights on a driving tour
Seville on a guided walking tour
The beaches of the Algarve
A driving tour of Lisbon, Portugal’s capital
Óbidos, a charming medieval town
A walking and driving tour of picturesque Porto
A taste of Port wine, among Portugal’s most famous exports
Ciudad Rodrigo’s 12th-century fortifications
The streets of Salamanca
A farewell dinner in Salamanca
Ávila, famous for its medieval walls

Route and hotels

Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.

Hotel stays, in orderOn the wayBy roadAbout 4,020 km by roadMap data: © OpenStreetMap contributors; OpenMapTiles, OpenFreeMap; terrain Mapzen; roads OSRM

Madrid
1 night · Day 1
Sercotel Madrid
Segovia
Day 2 · on the way
San Sebastián
1 night · Day 2
B&B Hotel Donostia San Sebastián Aeropuerto
Pamplona
Day 3 · on the way
Zaragoza
1 night · Day 3
B&B Hotel Zaragoza Centro
Alquézar
Day 4 · on the way
Barcelona
2 nights · Days 4–5
Sercotel Ciutat de Montcada
Peñíscola
Day 6 · on the way

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Valencia
1 night · Day 6
Silken Puerta Valencia
Belmonte Castle
Day 7 · on the way
Madrid
1 night · Day 7
Sercotel Madrid
Toledo
Day 8 · on the way
Granada
1 night · Day 8
Abades Nevada Palace
Ronda
Day 9 · on the way
Seville
2 nights · Days 9–10
Hotel Porcel Torneo
Algarve
Day 11 · on the way
Lisbon
2 nights · Days 11–12
VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
Óbidos
Day 13 · on the way
Porto
1 night · Day 13
Park Hotel Porto Gaia
Ciudad Rodrigo
Day 14 · on the way
Salamanca
1 night · Day 14
Zenit Hall 88 Studios
Ávila
Day 15 · on the way
Madrid
Day 15 · end

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1
Start of tour in Madrid
Dinner included
Madrid is the starting point for this 15 day journey through Spain and Portugal, where the group meets its tour leader at the hotel on arrival. A locally guided tour of the city follows, taking in the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Mercado de San Miguel. In the evening, a Spanish welcome dinner rounds off the first day.
Included
- Guided tour of Madrid with a local guide: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Mercado de San Miguel
- Welcome dinner in Madrid
Overnight
Madrid
Hotel
Sercotel Madrid
Day 2
Segovia – San Sebastián
Breakfast included
The morning leaves Madrid for Spain’s northern coast, with a stop in Segovia, an old town carrying UNESCO listing. San Sebastián, known for its beach and nightlife, is reached in the late afternoon. The city is renowned for its food, so you might look for a local spot for dinner this evening.
Included
- Stop in Segovia: the Roman aqueduct, the Alcázar and the cathedral
- Evening in San Sebastián, known for its pintxos bars
Travel
Madrid → Segovia → San Sebastián by coach
Overnight
San Sebastián
Hotel
B&B Hotel Donostia San Sebastián Aeropuerto
Day 3
Pamplona – Zaragoza
Breakfast included
Pamplona is the morning’s first stop, known for its running of the bulls festival, with top sights such as a medieval centre, defensive walls and a citadel. The route then continues onward with a countryside wine tasting, arriving in Zaragoza for a walking tour led by a local guide. The city’s varied history shows in the architecture of the Basílica del Pilar and a Roman theatre.
Included
- Stop in Pamplona: its medieval centre, city walls and citadel
- Wine tasting en route to Zaragoza
- Guided walking tour of Zaragoza: the Basílica del Pilar and the Roman theatre
Travel
San Sebastián → Pamplona → Zaragoza by coach
Overnight
Zaragoza
Hotel
B&B Hotel Zaragoza Centro
Day 4
Zaragoza – Alquézar – Barcelona
Breakfast and dinner included
The road to Barcelona includes a stop at an olive oil press and a visit to Alquézar, a medieval hilltop town with the Pyrenees mountains behind it. Barcelona is reached in the late afternoon, and a driving tour takes in the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia. After checking into the hotel, the group has dinner together tonight.
Included
- Visit to a family-run olive oil press, with a guided tasting
- Free time in the hilltop village of Alquézar
- Driving tour of Barcelona: the Sagrada Família and Antoni Gaudí’s modernist landmarks
- Group dinner in Barcelona
Travel
Zaragoza → Alquézar → Barcelona by coach
Overnight
Barcelona
Hotel
Sercotel Ciutat de Montcada
Day 5
Barcelona: Free Day
Breakfast included
Barcelona is free to explore today. The optional Highlights of Barcelona excursion is one way to see the city, taking in Palau Güell, La Boqueria market, the Gothic Quarter and the Sagrada Família. In the evening, there is also an optional excursion to a Flamenco show with dinner, for an evening of Spanish music and dance.
Included
- Free day in Barcelona to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Highlights of Barcelona featuring the Sagrada Família · AED 490 per person
- Barcelona Flamenco Show & Dinner · AED 385 per person
Overnight
Barcelona
Hotel
Sercotel Ciutat de Montcada
Day 6
Peñíscola – Valencia
Breakfast and dinner included
The route leaves Barcelona behind and follows the south coast towards Valencia, with a stop for lunch in Peñíscola. A guided tour in Valencia follows arrival, showing a city that keeps its historic charm alongside a distinct space age feel. Paella, one of the dishes Valencia is known for, is on the menu for dinner tonight.
Included
- Stop in Peñíscola: its old town, promenade and 14th-century castle
- Guided tour of Valencia: the City of Arts and Sciences, Colón Market and the cathedral
- Paella dinner in Valencia
Travel
Barcelona → Peñíscola → Valencia by coach
Overnight
Valencia
Hotel
Silken Puerta Valencia
Day 7
Valencia – Belmonte Castle – Madrid
Breakfast and dinner included
The day’s route crosses the historic region of La Mancha, linked to the legend of Don Quixote, before a visit to Castillo de Belmonte. Set on the hill of San Cristobal, the medieval castle has grandly furnished rooms and dungeons to explore. Madrid is reached in the afternoon, where new travellers join the group over an included dinner.
Included
- Drive through La Mancha, the country of Don Quixote
- Visit to the medieval Castillo de Belmonte
- Dinner in Madrid, where new travellers join the group for the rest of the tour
Travel
Valencia → Belmonte → Madrid by coach
Overnight
Madrid
Hotel
Sercotel Madrid
Day 8
Toledo – Granada
Breakfast included
The morning is spent in Toledo, an ancient UNESCO-listed city with a medieval centre, before the route continues south to Granada. An orientation tour there covers the city’s Moorish history. In the evening, the optional Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing offers a taste of local cuisine. It 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
Abades Nevada Palace
Day 9
Granada – Ronda – Seville
Breakfast and dinner included
The Alhambra Palace, Granada’s best known sight, is the morning’s optional excursion, which must be booked before the tour begins. In the afternoon, the route continues to Ronda for views from the Puente Nuevo, before arriving in Seville. A driving tour, some free time and an evening dinner come before checking into the hotel.
Included
- Stop at the Puente Nuevo in Ronda, above the El Tajo gorge
- Driving tour of Seville’s history, culture and architecture
- Dinner at a local restaurant in Seville
Optional extras
- Alhambra Palace & Gardens · AED 365 per person
Travel
Granada → Ronda → Seville by coach
Overnight
Seville
Hotel
Hotel Porcel Torneo
Day 10
Seville
Breakfast included
A locally guided walking tour opens the day, taking in Seville’s culture, sights and sounds, with further time after to wander at your own pace. The city is known for flamenco dance, its tapas bars, and orange trees lining the streets. In the evening there is also the optional Flamenco dinner show, offering a taste of Spanish culture and flavours.
Included
- Guided walking tour of Seville with a local guide
Optional extras
- Seville Alcázar & Cathedral Tour · AED 320 per person
- Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner · AED 365 per person
Overnight
Seville
Hotel
Hotel Porcel Torneo
Day 11
Algarve – Lisbon
Breakfast and dinner included
Crossing the border into Portugal, the route visits the Algarve, the country’s southern coastal region. A comfort stop at one of its beaches brings golden sand, azure water and wide views. On arrival in Lisbon, an orientation tour covers Portugal’s colourful capital.
Included
- Scenic stop along the Algarve, Portugal’s southern coast
- Driving tour of Lisbon: the Tagus riverfront, Sao Jorge Castle and the old town
- Dinner in Lisbon
Travel
Seville → Algarve → Lisbon by coach
Overnight
Lisbon
Hotel
VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
Day 12
Lisbon: Free Day
Breakfast included
Lisbon is free to spend as you wish today. In the morning, the optional Colours of Sintra excursion visits Pena Palace, a hilltop palace in a UNESCO World Heritage Site village, and in the afternoon the optional Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves excursion travels to Portugal’s best known pilgrimage site, with its limestone Coin Caves and Sanctuary.
Included
- Free day in Lisbon to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Colours of Sintra: The Essence of Pena Palace · AED 250 per person
- Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves · AED 235 per person
Overnight
Lisbon
Hotel
VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
Day 13
Óbidos – Porto
Breakfast included
The day’s first stop is the fortified town of Óbidos, before arrival in Porto, Portugal’s second largest city. A driving and walking tour there covers top sights including the Ponte de Luis and the Clérigos Tower, and the afternoon includes a Port wine tasting. In the evening, the optional Evening on the Douro cruise sails the Douro River, followed by dinner.
Included
- Stop in Óbidos, a fortified medieval town
- Guided tour of Porto: the cathedral, Clérigos Tower and Ponte Dom Luís
- Port wine tasting in Porto
Optional extras
- An Evening on the Douro · AED 255 per person
Travel
Lisbon → Óbidos → Porto by coach
Overnight
Porto
Hotel
Park Hotel Porto Gaia
Day 14
Ciudad Rodrigo – Salamanca
Breakfast and dinner included
The route leaves Portugal and returns to Spain. A stop follows in Ciudad Rodrigo, a city with roots going back to the Neolithic period and known for its 12th century walls. A locally guided tour of the golden hued university city of Salamanca follows later, with free time in the Plaza Mayor. The day ends with a three course Salmantinian farewell dinner.
Included
- Stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, within its 12th-century walls
- Guided tour of Salamanca: Casa Lis, the two cathedrals and the historic university
- Farewell dinner of Salamanca specialities
Travel
Porto → Ciudad Rodrigo → Salamanca by coach
Overnight
Salamanca
Hotel
Zenit Hall 88 Studios
Day 15
Ávila – Madrid
Breakfast included
The morning leaves Salamanca for Ávila, with free time to explore. Ávila sits amid rolling hills in the countryside of Spain and is known for its many Romanesque and Gothic churches and its well-preserved medieval walls. The route finally continues to Madrid, where this 15 day journey through Spain and Portugal comes to an end.
Included
- Free time in Ávila among its medieval walls and Romanesque churches
Travel
Salamanca → Ávila → Madrid by coach

Dates & prices

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What’s included

Included

14 nights in mostly 3-star and 4-star hotels, in twin rooms with a private bathroom
A room to yourself for a single supplement, subject to availability
14 breakfasts and 7 dinners
A modern coach with air conditioning, reclining seats and a toilet
Public transport the tour uses, except on free days
Guided from start to finish

Not included

Flights to the start of the tour and home from the end: we can book them from Dubai
Travel insurance: take out a policy that suits your trip

Optional extras

Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.

Highlights of Barcelona featuring the Sagrada Família
Day 5AED 490per person
A guided half day of Barcelona’s highlights with a local guide: the Sagrada Família, Palau Güell and the Gothic Quarter, plus free time at La Boqueria market for lunch. €115. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
See day 5 in the itinerary
Barcelona Flamenco Show & Dinner
Day 5AED 385per person
An evening Flamenco show on Las Ramblas, with singing, guitar and dance, paired with a buffet dinner of Spanish dishes and drinks included throughout the meal. €90, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 5 in the itinerary
Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing
Day 8AED 255per person
Four courses pairing wine and food 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.
See day 8 in the itinerary
Alhambra Palace & Gardens
Day 9AED 365per person
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.
See day 9 in the itinerary
Seville Alcázar & Cathedral Tour
Day 10AED 320per person
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.
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Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner
Day 10AED 365per person
In Seville, a three-course Spanish dinner paired with a live Flamenco show, covering styles from bulerías to sevillanas. €85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 10 in the itinerary
Colours of Sintra: The Essence of Pena Palace
Day 12AED 250per person
A visit to Sintra’s Pena Palace, set on a hilltop within this 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.
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Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves
Day 12AED 235per person
A visit to Fátima, Portugal’s main religious pilgrimage site: the Coin Caves, a limestone cave system, explored 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.
See day 12 in the itinerary
An Evening on the Douro
Day 13AED 255per person
An evening cruise along the Douro River past six of Porto’s bridges, followed by a three-course meal, vegetarian options available, at a restaurant with views of the river, with coach transport back to the hotel. €60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 13 in the itinerary

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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Passport & visas
Spain and Portugal are both in the Schengen area, so one Schengen visa covers this entire trip.
UAE passport holders don’t need a 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; Dubai appointments fill up quickly before the summer, so start early.
Your passport must be valid for at least three months after you leave Spain or Portugal and have been issued within the last ten years, with two blank pages, and your UAE residence visa must be valid for at least three months after you return. Our visa team handles Schengen applications: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to and from Madrid aren’t included.
Day 1 starts at the hotel in Madrid, with check-in from 10:00 and the tour leaving soon after. The tour ends back in Madrid on day 15, with no onward transport included.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day, plus seven dinners along the way: Madrid on days 1 and 7, and Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Lisbon and Salamanca. 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, so you only need to think about one currency for this whole trip. Cards are widely accepted in cities, though smaller towns can be cash-only, so carry some euros for cafés, tips and small purchases.
Optional extras booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
The tour runs March to September. Spring and early autumn are mild in both countries, while summer is hot inland and in Andalusia; the Algarve and Lisbon stay breezier by the coast, and San Sebastián can see rain at any time of year.
Pack layers, a light rain jacket and comfortable shoes: the itinerary includes many walking tours and cobbled old towns, and you carry your own bags, sometimes up hotel stairs.

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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.
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Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Madrid and back. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
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Questions about this tour

What will my days look like?
Days are full. Most start with breakfast, then the main sights with a local guide or your tour leader. Afternoons often leave free time to wander, stop for a coffee or join an optional extra. Expect a fair amount of walking: some days mean two or three hours on your feet, so bring comfortable shoes.
Who will I be travelling with?
Travellers from all over the world, of different ages and backgrounds, who share a wish to see more. Up to 51 people share this tour, and most know each other’s names within a few days.
What are the hotels like?
Mostly 3 and 4 star, all clean, comfortable and well located, with private en-suite bathrooms. They are chosen so you sleep well and are ready for the next day. The destinations come first, but the hotels are never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
You carry your own luggage, sometimes up hotel stairs. Some walking tours run for up to three hours, and a few sites have plenty of steps. The itinerary and the activity level at the top of this page show whether the pace suits you.
How do optional extras work?
Optional extras run in the tour’s free time, and your tour leader tells you what is on offer as the tour goes. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day. Others sell in advance and must be bought before the tour starts: to add one of those, mention it in your booking notes and we confirm it with your seats. Each extra in the Optional extras section says which way it is booked.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. The itinerary builds in free time to wander at your own pace, and your tour leader can point you to the places that suit you, so you are never left to work it all out alone.
What support do I have while I’m on tour?
Your tour leader travels with you from start to finish. They know the places most visitors miss, can suggest a restaurant before you ask, and deal with whatever crops up on the way. Transport and hotels are all arranged for you.
There is also an emergency number staffed 24 hours a day, and our team in Dubai is there to help.
How do I book Spain & Portugal Explorer?
Press Book now, choose a date, your travellers and rooms, and give your name, email and mobile. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away; you then add each traveller as their passport shows on your booking page. 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.

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9 days · Spain, Portugal
Spain & Portugal Christmas
Christmas in Seville on a nine-day festive tour of Spain and Portugal, with Granada, Lisbon, Porto and Salamanca along the way.
FromAED 8,700 per person
Next: Tue 22 Dec 2026

From AED 13,475per person, twin share

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Tour overview

Highlights

Route and hotels

Day-by-day itinerary

Start of tour in Madrid

Included

Segovia – San Sebastián

Included

Pamplona – Zaragoza

Included

Zaragoza – Alquézar – Barcelona

Included

Barcelona: Free Day

Included

Optional extras

Peñíscola – Valencia

Included

Valencia – Belmonte Castle – Madrid

Included

Toledo – Granada

Included

Optional extras

Granada – Ronda – Seville

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Optional extras

Seville

Included

Optional extras

Algarve – Lisbon

Included

Lisbon: Free Day

Included

Optional extras

Óbidos – Porto

Included

Optional extras

Ciudad Rodrigo – Salamanca

Included

Ávila – Madrid

Included

Dates & prices

What’s included

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Not included

Optional extras

Highlights of Barcelona featuring the Sagrada Família

Barcelona Flamenco Show & Dinner

Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing

Alhambra Palace & Gardens

Seville Alcázar & Cathedral Tour

Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner

Colours of Sintra: The Essence of Pena Palace

Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves

An Evening on the Douro

Traveller reviews

Good to know

Passport & visas

Flights and timings

Meals and dietary needs

Money

Weather and packing

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Visas

Flights

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