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- Day 1 Arrive Barcelona Bienvenido a España! The golden shores of Barcelona kickstart your exhilarating Spain and Portugal tour. Check in to your hotel, then take some time to recharge siesta-style before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a glimpse of what lies ahead. There's boundless energy to Barcelona and you'll want to soak it all up on your first evening in the capital of Catalonia. Locations Visited: Barcelona ES.
- Day 2 Barcelona sightseeing and free time This morning consider joining a Choice Experience to Montserrat with its hidden monastery, home to the revered "La Moreneta". Then gear up for sightseeing in Barcelona, joining your Local Guide who knows all the best spots in town. Capture the sights of Passeig de Gràcia and view the facade of the ornate La Sagrada Família as you tour the city. Spend the rest of your day exploring on your own. Head to the Gothic Quarter or seek out the fanciful façades of Spanish Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí, whose plentiful works of art and architecture lend a fairy-tale feel to Barcelona's skyline. Later opt into a scenic drive of Montjuïc, host to the 1992 summer Olympics, before indulging in a delightful Catalonian feast with drinks. Locations Visited: Barcelona ES.
- Day 3 Barcelona – Peñíscola – Valencia Skirt the Costa Dorada today, where the Mediterranean does a very good job of distracting from the drive. Orange groves, sea views and the dramatic castle of Peñíscola keep things interesting, with its 13th-century Templar fortress still looking every bit the part. Then it’s on to Valencia, where your Travel Director shows off the city’s mix of old and new, from Estación del Norte and the Serrano and Quart Towers to the eye-catching City of Arts and Sciences. Later, why not make dinner the main event on a Choice Experience paella cooking class, then sit down and eat your handiwork. Valencia would expect nothing less. Locations Visited: Barcelona ES, Peñíscola ES, Valencia ES.
- Day 4 Valencia – Guadix – Granada Today we journey to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and pass by a hidden underground world of cave houses. You'll have the chance to capture this curiosity on camera, then continue your scenic travels to Granada, the last stronghold of the Moors in Spain. Locations Visited: Valencia ES, Guadix ES, Granada ES.
- Day 5 Granada – Costa del Sol Embrace the laid-back spirit of your Spanish hosts and enjoy a slow start to the day on your Mediterranean tour. Spend your free morning exploring Granada and its Moorish influences on your own. There's even time for a quick tea break at a traditional tetería or you may choose to join an Optional Experience to the Albaicín Quarter, one of the oldest centers of Islamic culture in the city. Later, we head to the golden beaches of the Costa del Sol. Set your watch to siesta time or don your sandals and sunglasses for a leisurely stroll to soak up the fresh sea air. Locations Visited: Granada ES, Costa del Sol ES.
- Day 6 Costa del Sol – Gibraltar – Seville Explore a slice of Britain when you cross the border into Gibraltar, the much-contested gateway to the Mediterranean Sea. Maybe join a Choice Experience to get up close to the Barbary apes and visit the cave of St. Michael at the Rock of Gibraltar, the Roman and Greeks' former pillar of the “known world”. Next, we return to Spain, traveling north through the Andalusian countryside to sizzling Seville. Locations Visited: Costa del Sol ES, Gibraltar GI, Seville ES.
- Day 7 Seville sightseeing and free time A Local Guide is on hand today to reveal Seville's special allure and, standing amidst the pavilions and fountains of Maria Luisa Park, you'll hear all about the elaborate Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 which put this sleepy Spanish city on the global map. See the world's largest Gothic Cathedral and its Giralda Bell Tower, then consider joining a Choice Experience to the Alcázar, built by a Christian king who loved Mudéjar architecture. This lavish palace complex has witnessed key moments in Spanish history and welcomed great Spanish kings and queens over the centuries. Tonight, you might consider a Choice Experience to see the whirling skirts and fiery passion of a flamenco show. This foot-tapping extravaganza is not to be missed. Locations Visited: Seville ES.
- Day 8 Seville – Lisbon The highlights of your Spain and Portugal value tour just keep on rolling and for now it's adiós Sevilla and a warm olá to Portugal, as we journey through the golden and green plains of the Alentejo to Lisbon. Pastel and azulejo-clad façades line the Portuguese capital's narrow streets which ramble across and over its seven hills from St. George Castle to the Tagus River. You'll be drawn to the city's vibrant nightlife in the Bairro Alto and beyond, so head out with new friends for a night on the town or join your Travel Director for a poignant Choice Experience including a traditional meal accompanied by the authentic sounds of Fado. Locations Visited: Seville ES, Lisbon PT.
- Day 9 Lisbon sightseeing and free time Visit the banks of the Tagus River this morning, joining a Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour that will take you past the iconic Hieronymite Monastery and Belém Tower, built in the 16th century to defend the city. Later, you'll want to hop on one of the signature trams to explore the city's hilly bairros or find a corner cafe to sample some of the local pastries – Pastel de Belém anyone? You could choose to leave the city limits behind this afternoon and visit the beach playgrounds of Estoril and Cascais, as well as Sintra, on a Choice Experience of the iconic Golden Triangle – the choice is yours. Locations Visited: Lisbon PT.
- Day 10 Lisbon – Fátima – Salamanca Rub shoulders with visiting travelers who have made the journey to the Catholic pilgrimage center of Fátima. It was here in 1917 that the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to three shepherd children. Today this humble village has been transformed into a place celebrating a religious miracle. There's time to explore the Basilica and Sanctuary before venturing east and crossing the Spanish border bound for Salamanca where your Travel Director will take you to one of Spain’s most beautiful plazas - Plaza Mayor with its golden baroque facades. Spend the evening your way amidst the historic monuments and honey-hued facades for which this ancient university town is famous. Locations Visited: Lisbon PT, Fátima PT, Salamanca ES.
- Day 11 Salamanca – Madrid sightseeing We leave Salamanca behind, with Madrid firmly in our sights. Our scenic drive takes us through the Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains before arriving in the Spanish capital. With a Local Specialist at your side, you'll embark on a sightseeing tour to view the Cibeles Fountain, Gran Vía and Paseo de la Castellana. Admire views of the Royal Palace and El Retiro Park, originally created as a retreat for the Royal Family. The evening is yours to discover why the Madrileños adore their nightlife, so resist the urge to set an early curfew and perhaps join an optional dinner and discovery in downtown Madrid. Locations Visited: Salamanca ES, Madrid ES.
- Day 12 Madrid free day There's every excuse to rise with the Madrileños and enjoy a leisurely start to your morning. You'll have a full free day to explore the city your way and discover the legacy of 'Madrid's Best Mayor', who helps the city become one of the most gracious capitals across Europe. King Charles III's desire to 'beautify' Madrid can be seen around every turn. Alternatively, you could take an opportunity to join a Choice Experience to the medieval city of Toledo, the country's famous sword-making center. Locations Visited: Madrid ES.
- Day 13 Depart Madrid Keep that Spanish gusto in your step as you prepare to close the curtain on your epic Mediterranean journey through Spain and Portugal. It's time to say a final hasta la vista to your fellow travelers and your Travel Director, as you look back on all the unforgettable memories from your Iberian tour. Locations Visited: Madrid ES.
Name: Iberian Explorer
Brand: Costsaver
Quality: Tourist Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Barcelona
End City: Madrid
Location Summary: Barcelona, ES
Peñíscola, ES
Valencia, ES
Guadix, ES
Granada, ES
Costa del Sol, ES
Gibraltar, GI
Seville, ES
Lisbon, PT
Fátima, PT
Salamanca, ES
Madrid, ES
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 4 Dinner (D). 12 Breakfast (B).
- Essentials - Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of Gaudi's La Sagrada Família. See the ancient castle overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. See the Art Nouveau, Train Station Estación del Norte, Cathedral, Towers of Serrano and Quart and the City of Arts and Sciences. See the Rock of Gibraltar. View the cave homes in 'Barrio Troglodyte'. Enjoy a scenic drive to this Moorish city. Visit this renowned resort area. Sightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the Cathedral and Giralda Tower. View Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. See the celebrated Shrine. Orientation of this university city includes views of the Plaza Mayor. See the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain and Retiro Park on a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide.
