12 days · Spain, Portugal
Spain & Portugal in Low Season
From AED 6,960per person, twin share
Few seats left on Sun 25 Oct 2026
Explore Spain & Portugal in Low Season and enjoy sun, sand and scenery without the crowds and extreme heat of summer!
- Duration
- 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Route
- Starts and ends in Madrid
- Countries
- Spain and Portugal
- Activity level
- Moderate (3 of 5)
- A fast-moving coach tour with a hotel change most nights across two countries and an early start most mornings, with guided walking tours but no real hikes
- Accommodation
- 11 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels across Spain and Portugal
- Meals
- 11 breakfasts and 6 dinners
- Group
- Group tour, up to 53
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, plus local guides in several cities
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs October, November, February and March, avoiding summer heat and crowds: cooler in central Spain, milder in Andalusia, Lisbon and the Algarve
Tour overview
Low season holidays in Spain and Portugal offer sun, sand and scenery without the crowds and extreme heat of summer! On this 12-day Spain & Portugal tour, soak up sun in Costa del Sol and the Algarve. Wander Lisbon and Porto’s colourful streets. Visit Granada, dance Flamenco in Seville and more!
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 farewell dinner in Madrid
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
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Madrid – Toledo – Granada
This 12 day tour of Spain and Portugal begins with your tour leader meeting the group in Madrid, before the route continues to Toledo, a UNESCO listed town with fairytale architecture. From there, the route carries on to Granada for a tour of this Moorish city, with an overnight stay. In the evening, there is the optional Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing excursion.
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: BreakfastDinner
The Alhambra Palace, one of Spain’s most extraordinary sights, can be visited in the morning. This optional excursion must be booked before the tour begins. The route then travels to Costa del Sol, passing the Aqueduct Eagle on the way to Nerja, before continuing to Malaga, known for its beaches and architecture. An orientation tour and some 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
After breakfast, the route travels to Ronda, a mountaintop city straddling the Tajo Gorge, with views over the scenery from the Puente Nuevo. From there, the route continues to Seville, known as the Pearl of Andalusia, for a locally guided tour of its sights. Dinner follows later at a local restaurant.
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: BreakfastSeville is free to explore today. The optional excursion visits two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Seville Alcázar and Seville Cathedral, or the city can be explored at your own pace instead. In the evening, there is also the optional Flamenco dinner show, a chance to see flamenco performed in its birthplace.
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’s Algarve region, stopping in two notable towns. An orientation tour in Tavira takes in the Old Bridge and Tavira Castle, followed by a cork factory tour with a liquor tasting on the way to Faro, the Algarve’s capital. Faro’s pedestrian old town sits among mountain scenery, with a historic centre that includes the 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: BreakfastDinnerAfter breakfast, the route travels to Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, for a driving tour of this historic city. The drive follows the Tagus River, passing landmarks such as the Monument to the Discoveries, the Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower. Free time comes before dinner tonight, a three course meal of 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: BreakfastLisbon offers a free day. An optional excursion travels to Fátima, Portugal’s best known pilgrimage site, taking in the limestone Coin Caves and the Sanctuary. In the afternoon, Sintra, Portugal’s UNESCO listed capital of Romanticism, can be visited on a different 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
The route leaves Lisbon for Porto, stopping first in Obidos, a medieval town of distinctive houses, a castle and winding cobblestone streets. The next stop is Nazaré, a coastal town known for some of the world’s biggest waves, before arrival in Porto for a guided tour and a Port wine tasting. 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: Breakfast
Porto is free to explore today. The Ribeira area is worth wandering, or there is the optional pastel de nata cooking class, which reveals the secrets of Portugal’s well known pastry and ends with tasting the results alongside Port wine. In the evening, the optional Fado show comes first, followed by a three course dinner with views over the Douro.
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: BreakfastDinnerCrossing back into Spain, an orientation tour in Ciudad Rodrigo takes in its 12th century city walls, still well preserved, surrounding an Old Town of historic interest and striking architecture. Later, a guided tour in Salamanca covers the myths, legends and historical sights of this golden UNESCO city. Dinner tonight is a three course meal.
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: BreakfastDinner
The morning leaves Salamanca for Avila, a city at an elevation of 1,130 m above sea level, known for countryside views, medieval walls and Romanesque and Gothic churches. The afternoon brings arrival back in Madrid, where a locally guided tour takes in the buzz of Spain’s capital. In the evening, the group has a farewell 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
- Travel
- Salamanca → Ávila → Madrid by coach
- Overnight
- Madrid
- Hotel
- Hotel Porcel Torre Garden
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 12
End of tour in Madrid
Meals included: BreakfastAfter 12 days of sightseeing across Spain and Portugal on this winter tour, taking in top sights along the way, the tour reaches its end 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 25 Oct 2026ToThu 5 Nov 2026
Few seats left
AED 7,621
Single room supplement +AED 2,039 single
FromSun 8 Nov 2026ToThu 19 Nov 2026
Available
AED 7,290
Single room supplement +AED 2,039 single
FromSun 22 Nov 2026ToThu 3 Dec 2026
Available
AED 7,144
Single room supplement +AED 2,039 single
FromSun 21 Feb 2027ToThu 4 Mar 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 6,960
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
FromSun 14 Mar 2027ToThu 25 Mar 2027
Available
AED 7,437
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
FromSun 10 Oct 2027ToThu 21 Oct 2027
Available
AED 7,437
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
FromSun 31 Oct 2027ToThu 11 Nov 2027
Sold out
AED 6,446
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
Full
FromSun 14 Nov 2027ToThu 25 Nov 2027
Available
AED 6,960
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
FromSun 28 Nov 2027ToThu 9 Dec 2027
Sold out
AED 5,821
Single room supplement +AED 2,700 single
Full
What’s included
Included
- 11 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
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 11 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- 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
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 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 and Christmas, 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 early, meeting at the hotel in Madrid from 07:30. The tour ends back in Madrid on day 12, after breakfast, with no onward transport included.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day except day 1, plus six dinners along the way, in Costa del Sol, Seville, Lisbon, Porto 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 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 low season: October, November, February and March. Expect cooler, sometimes wet weather in Madrid, Granada and northern Spain, milder conditions in Andalusia, and the Algarve staying the mildest of all.
Pack layers, a rain jacket and comfortable shoes: the itinerary includes several walking tours and cobbled old towns, and you carry your own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed.
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 back. 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 Spain & Portugal in Low Season?
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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