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- Day 1 Arrive Madrid Elegant Madrid kick-starts your exciting journey across Spain, Morocco and Portugal. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. If you’d prefer to skip the siesta, take to the city’s golden streets for a glimpse of what this football-crazed metropolis has in store. The real fun begins this evening when you meet your Travel Director and fellow travel compañeros, followed by some time to curb your craving for tapas and get to grips with why the Madrileños adore their nightlife. Locations Visited: Madrid ES.
- Day 2 Madrid Sightseeing and Free Time There is plenty to see in the lively Spanish capital, so you get right to it this morning, joining a Local Guide for a sightseeing tour to view the Cibeles Fountain and Paseo de la Castellana. Admire the Royal Palace then spend your afternoon exploring the city further or consider a Choice Experience to the UNESCO-listed city of Segovia. Marvel at the impressive towering arches of the ancient Roman aqueduct and trace the ornate esgrafiado facades that are characteristic of the city’s most important buildings before returning to Madrid. Locations Visited: Madrid ES.
- Day 3 Madrid – Toledo – Granada Set your sights firmly on Toledo today, embarking on a scenic journey south through the windswept plateau of La Mancha where the fictional Don Quixote and his trusty companion Sancho Panza once roamed. View the enchanting skyline of the ancient hilltop city known as the “City of Three Cultures” – the influences of Christians, Muslims and Jews are reflected in the city’s history, culture and religion. Then, join your Local Specialist who will lead you on a captivating walking tour past the impressive cathedral. Visit a steel workshop to see first-hand how Toledo’s famous steel-craft has evolved over centuries, then continue to the former Moorish stronghold of Granada. What better way to end the day than by choosing to watch an optional fiery gitano performance in Old Granada? Locations Visited: Madrid ES, Toledo ES, Granada ES.
- Day 4 Granada – Costa del Sol Lace up your walking shoes and take to Granada’s narrow cobbled streets for an exploration of a city whose Arab influences remain in its Moorish architecture, tetería tea houses and even hammams. Delve into its Arab history and culture during a Choice Experience visit to the Albaicín Quarter, the city’s oldest neighborhood and its characteristic cármenes (Moorish houses). On the hilltop overlooking the city is the fortified citadel of the Alhambra – its opulent palaces and gardens the former seat of Granada’s Nasrid emirs. Later, continue south to the sun-kissed Andalusian holiday retreat of Costa del Sol, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. This evening a Choice Experience could see you visit the hill-top village of Mijas for spectacular coastal views followed by a Mediterranean dinner. Locations Visited: Granada ES, Costa del Sol ES.
- Day 5 Costa del Sol – Fes Take in a scenic coastal drive before boarding the ferry to North Africa. A different world awaits you in Morocco as you travel past the Rif Mountains to Fes. Beautiful sights, distinctive cultures and fascinating traditions await you. Locations Visited: Costa del Sol ES, Fes MA.
- Day 6 Fes sightseeing and free time Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour through the cultural and spiritual center of Morocco. In the Fes Medina, marvel at the haggling skills of enterprising vendors during a guided visit through the hidden alleyways and main squares of this ancient marketplace. Visit a carpet weaving cooperative and admire the delicate craftsmanship as you gain an appreciation for the centuries of tradition informing every deliberate handmade knot. With the rest of your day free, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy Fes on your own terms. You could choose a Choice Experience - an Arabian dinner in a traditional riad with music and local entertainment. Locations Visited: Fes MA.
- Day 7 Fes - Marrakesh Today, travel to the city of Marrakesh, Africa’s most popular year-round sun resort. It was once the favorite holiday spot of Sir Winston Churchill, a haven where he would relax and paint. Engage in the dynamic atmosphere of the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. Perhaps join an evening of authentic Berber cuisine and entertainment. Locations Visited: Fes MA, Marrakesh MA.
- Day 8 Marrakesh Sightseeing and Free Time Today Marrakesh remains home to some of Morocco's most vibrant souks, enveloped in the city's characteristic red sandstone façades, which you will have an opportunity to explore during your stay. The endless streets of Marrakesh have long enticed curious travelers like you, seeking to uncover its bewitching blend of Arab and Berber influences, so prepare for sensory overload and some hearty haggling. Visit Dar El Bacha during your walking tour with a Local Specialist and see Djemaa el-Fna Square in the Old Quarter with its palm-readers, acrobats and snake charmers. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Don't miss the chance to shop for bargains in the souks and bazaars or perhaps join a Choice Experience visit to a local Berber village. Locations Visited: Marrakesh MA.
- Day 9 Marrakesh – Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier Today, travel to Casablanca, the setting of Humphrey Bogart’s most indelible moments on screen. Our scenic drive through the city reveals both Arabic and French influences as we admire the elegant Corniche and the impressive Hassan II Mosque, featuring one of the world's tallest minaret. Continue to the capital city, Rabat, where you see the Mohammed V Mausoleum and Royal Palace. Take in panoramic views of the capital before proceeding to today's final stop, Tangier. Locations Visited: Marrakesh MA, Casablanca MA, Rabat MA, Tangier MA.
- Day 10 Tangier – Seville We return to Spain this morning, crossing the Strait of Gibraltar and heading north to Seville, home of fiery flamenco, scorching Spanish summers and adorning Seville oranges. Spend the evening relaxing in preparation for a day of sightseeing tomorrow, which will reveal why the city has been the favorite winter retreat of Spanish royalty for centuries. Locations Visited: Tangier MA, Seville ES.
- Day 11 Seville sightseeing and free time Admire the great monuments, handsome pavilions and lush gardens of Seville when you join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to explore the architectural gems of Seville's 1929 Ibero-American Exposition, Maria Luisa Park and Seville’s Old Quarter. View the spectacular Cathedral of Seville, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the site of Christopher Columbus' tomb. Its Giralda bell tower was originally built as a minaret for the Great Mosque of Seville and you’ll see it in all its glory, before enjoying the rest of the day on your own. When the sun sets over this golden city, with the aroma of jasmine and orange blossom lingering around every turn, consider a foot-tapping Choice Experience at a flamenco show. Locations Visited: Seville ES.
- Day 12 Seville – Lisbon Our return to Spain is short-lived, but it’s not farewell forever. As we head west across the Iberian Peninsula to Portugal, our journey takes us through the rolling golden and green plains of the Alentejo. Continuing north, we arrive in the seafaring capital of Lisbon to enjoy an evening on your own to unwind after the day’s journey. If you’re tempted to take to its cobblestone streets, join your Travel Director for a poignant Choice Experience in the city’s Bairro Alto district for a traditional meal accompanied with the melancholic sounds of fado. Locations Visited: Seville ES, Lisbon PT.
- Day 13 Lisbon Sightseeing and Free Time Explore the Age of the Discoveries and Portugal’s role as a global maritime power many centuries ago when you join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to Belém on the edge of the Tagus River. See the white Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries and the iconic Jeronimos before taking the rest of the day to explore on your own. Hop on one of Lisbon’s signature trams rolling along the city’s cinematic hillsides and you’ll quickly discover leafy squares and countless corner tascas (taverns) for a quick coffee and pastel de nata (custard tart) fix. Perhaps choose an Optional Experience where you will visit Portugal’s Golden Triangle of Cascais, Estoril and Sintra and see some of the country’s most extravagant palaces during your free afternoon. What better way to end your epic adventure through Spain, Morocco and Portugal than with a final dinner with your new friends to toast shared memories and your next holiday? Salud! Locations Visited: Lisbon PT.
- Day 14 Depart Lisbon Fill your heart with memories of your epic journey filled with color, culture and the generous spirit of the locals, as the curtain closes on a mesmerizing journey through Spain, Morocco and Portugal. Bid your Travel Director and newfound friends a fond farewell. Locations Visited: Lisbon PT.
Name: Highlights of Spain, Morocco and Portugal
Brand: Costsaver
Quality: Tourist Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Madrid
End City: Lisbon
Location Summary: Madrid, ES
Toledo, ES
Granada, ES
Costa del Sol, ES
Fes, MA
Marrakesh, MA
Casablanca, MA
Rabat, MA
Tangier, MA
Seville, ES
Lisbon, PT
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 13 Breakfast (B). 5 Dinner (D).
- Essentials - See the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain and Retiro Park on a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the synagogue and cathedral, enjoy a visit to a steel workshop. Enjoy a scenic drive to this Moorish city. Sightseeing includes a walking tour of the Medina and views of the Royal Palace. Visit Dar El Bacha and Djemaa el-Fna Square during your sightseeing tour. View the Corniche and see the Hassan II Mosque during sightseeing with a Local Guide. View the Mausoleum and Royal Palace during your orientation. Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the Cathedral and Giralda Tower. View Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries on your sightseeing tour with your Local Guide.
