3-Week Spain Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 3-week Spain tour itineraries

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• 20 Days in Spain & Portugal, incl. Madrid and Barcelona

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Northern Spain

    Start in Madrid and travel north through Zaragoza to San Sebastian. Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of The Pilar in Zaragoza early morning before the crowds arrive. Once in San Sebastian, take the funicular up Mount Igueldo for great views. It opens at 10 AM and you'll find shorter lines before noon. La Concha Beach promenade is a perfect spot for an evening stroll.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Cantabria & Asturias

    Take a 2.5-hour drive west to see Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum. Next up is Santander, where you can join a coastal walking tour. Stop in the medieval town of Santillana del Mar but bring good walking shoes. The cobblestone streets get slippery in wet weather. Plan to reach Covadonga sanctuary before 11 AM to avoid tour groups.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Galicia

    Head to Santiago de Compostela, stopping at Lugo to see its Roman walls. "The morning Pilgrim's Mass at the Cathedral was moving - arrive by 11:30 AM to get a seat, and don't miss seeing the botafumeiro in action." Take time to walk through the old town with its beautiful granite buildings.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Porto

    Cross into Portugal and explore Porto. Take the 6 bridges Douro River cruise at 3 PM for the best photo lighting. Visit the port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. "Have dinner in Ribeira district - the bacalhau at Adega São Nicolau was incredible."

    
  • Days 10-12

    Central Portugal & Lisbon

    Visit Batalha Monastery on your way to Fatima. In Lisbon, get to Belém Tower early to beat the crowds. Ride tram 28 through Alfama but keep an eye on your belongings. Take a quick train trip to see Sintra's colorful palaces.

    
  • Days 13-15

    Andalusia

    Drive to Córdoba to explore the stunning Mezquita mosque-cathedral. In Seville, visit the Cathedral and Alcázar first thing. Head to Plaza de España around sunset for the best photos. "The flamenco show at Casa de la Memoria was authentic and intimate - book in advance."

    
  • Days 16-20

    Mediterranean Coast

    See Granada's Alhambra (book morning tickets well ahead) before going to Valencia for real paella. Local favorite La Pepica sits right on the beach. Finish in Barcelona exploring Gaudí's works. Start at Park Güell when it opens at 8:30 AM. Visit Sagrada Familia in late afternoon to see sunlight through the stained glass.

    

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• 20 Day Spain & Portugal Itinerary, incl. Madrid and Lisbon

  A grand tour covering 29 cities from Madrid to Barcelona. Tour UNESCO sites including Cordoba's Mezquita and Seville's Cathedral, while staying at 4-star hotels like Palacio de Aiete and Melia Granada. Includes daily breakfast and expert bilingual guides.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Northern Spain Exploration

    Leave Madrid at 8:30 AM for Zaragoza (6-hour drive). Visit the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar before heading to San Sebastián. Start your next day at Mount Igueldo for the best city views. The funicular runs every 15 minutes but isn't included in tour costs. Skip the tourist rush by having lunch in the Old Town after 2 PM.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Coastal Spain & Asturias

    Stop in Bilbao to see the striking Guggenheim Museum exterior. Visit Castro Urdiales where you can enjoy fresh anchovies at the port like the locals do. Make time for Santander's Sardinero Beach but pack water shoes since the sand gets hot in summer. Visit Covadonga's sanctuary before 11 AM to beat the pilgrim crowds.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Galician Heritage

    Head to Santiago de Compostela through Mondoñedo. See Lugo's Roman walls in the early morning light. In Santiago explore the cathedral and watch the daily pilgrim traditions. One traveler notes: "The rooftop cathedral tour at sunset offers incredible views but book at least 2 days ahead as spots fill quickly."

    
  • Days 7-9

    Porto Immersion

    Travel through Spain's Rías Bajas region to reach Porto. Walk the historic Ribeira district and take a Douro River cruise. Visit the port wine cellars in late afternoon when it's cooler. You'll need two full days to really see the city. Get to São Bento Railway Station before 9 AM for the best photos of its tile work.

    
  • Days 10-12

    Central Portugal

    Book ahead for Coimbra University's historic library then continue to Fátima. Watch the candle procession at 9:30 PM. Travel to Lisbon via Batalha Monastery and Nazaré. Start your Lisbon visit in Alfama before the tram crowds arrive. Skip the tourist spots in Belém and get your pastéis de nata at Manteigaria instead.

    
  • Days 13-15

    Andalusian Treasures

    Drive to Córdoba and visit the Mezquita right when it opens at 8:30 AM. In Seville see Plaza de España and walk through Santa Cruz quarter. A regular visitor suggests: "Book Alcázar tickets online and go at 4 PM when tour groups have left. The light is perfect for photos then."

    
  • Days 16-17

    Granada to Valencia

    Start with morning tickets to Granada's Alhambra then drive 5 hours along the coast to Valencia. Remember that authentic paella is a lunch dish here. Visit the City of Arts and Sciences at sunset for great photos.

    
  • Days 18-20

    Barcelona Finale

    Start early at the Sagrada Familia to avoid crowds. Save the Gothic Quarter for evening when the streets fill with local life. Take this advice from a fellow traveler: "Use the metro to reach Park Güell instead of walking uphill in Barcelona's summer heat."

    

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• 19 Day Spain, Portugal & Morocco Itinerary, incl. Madrid and Marrakech

  A comprehensive tour of 8 Spanish cities showcases Madrid's Royal Palace, Córdoba's Mosque/Cathedral, and Granada's Alhambra. Includes 18 nights accommodation, local guides at UNESCO sites, and authentic Spanish dining experiences.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Madrid

    Land in Madrid and transfer to your hotel. On day two, take a guided tour starting at the Temple of Debod. Visit Puerta del Sol early to beat the crowds and walk through Plaza de la Villa before it gets too hot.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Lisbon via Trujillo

    Leave at 8 AM for Trujillo. Pack breakfast snacks for the road before continuing to Lisbon. Next day, explore the Alfama district and Belém Tower. The Jerónimos Monastery is best visited in late afternoon when tourist groups leave and the sun lights up Vasco da Gama's tomb beautifully.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Fátima & Seville

    Spend a full day at Fátima, an important Catholic pilgrimage site. Travel to Seville the next day, stopping at Cáceres to see its UNESCO medieval architecture. Plan your outdoor activities in Seville for morning or evening since summer temperatures can soar.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Córdoba & Ronda

    Visit Córdoba's famous Mosque/Cathedral complex before heading to Ronda. Stop by the Mirador de Aldehuela for stunning sunset views of Ronda's clifftop setting.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Costa del Sol

    Enjoy two relaxing days on the coast. "Skip the tourist beaches in Torremolinos and head to Nerja's Burriana Beach instead. The seafood restaurants there serve the freshest catch I've had in Spain," says one experienced traveler.

    
  • Days 11-13

    Morocco (Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakech)

    Take the ferry to Morocco. Consider bringing motion sickness medication if needed. Drive to Casablanca and continue to Marrakech. A recent visitor notes: "The Djemaa el-Fna square completely transforms at sunset. Arrive around 6 PM to watch the food stalls set up and stay for dinner among the locals."

    
  • Days 14-16

    Fez & Return to Spain

    Discover Fez's ancient medina and craft markets. Book an official guide here. The medina has 9,000 alleyways that confuse even people with maps. Return to Costa del Sol by ferry.

  • Days 17-19

    Granada, Toledo & Madrid

    See the Alhambra in Granada (book morning tickets to avoid crowds), then visit historic Toledo on your way to Madrid. "The best panoramic views of Toledo are from Mirador del Valle. Go just before sunset when the city walls glow golden," recommends a traveler.

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