Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid to Salamanca to Vigo
Leave Madrid bus terminal at 8:00 AM and head south toward Salamanca, covering about 630 kilometers. Once you arrive, you'll have time to walk around this monumental city and check out Plaza Mayor. From there, continue on to Vigo for the evening.
- Meals
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walk through Salamanca and visit Plaza Mayor
Landmarks/POIs Plaza Mayor - Day 2
Vigo to Viana do Castelo to Braga to Porto
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll cross into Portugal and reach Viana do Castelo, a coastal town with cobbled streets and historic buildings worth seeing. Spend some free time exploring the old town, then head to Braga, which is Portugal's third largest city and known for its religious significance. Later in the day, travel to Porto for dinner and overnight stay. The total distance is about 220 kilometers.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Viana do Castelo old town
Landmarks/POIs Viana do Castelo Braga - Day 3
Porto
Start with breakfast at the hotel, then spend the day in Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage city. You'll join a guided panoramic tour that takes you through the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and St. Clara Church. By evening, head to a local wine cellar where you'll taste Port wine, the region's famous local product.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto including Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and St. Clara Church
- Visit to a wine cellar with tasting of Port wine
Landmarks/POIs Porto Cathedral Stock Exchange Building St. Clara Church - Day 4
Porto to Coimbra
Have breakfast at the hotel before traveling to Coimbra, home to one of Europe's oldest universities and the birthplace of Fado music. You'll have free time to walk through this historic city and see what interests you. Lunch is included during the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch
Optional Activities
- Explore Coimbra including the historic university and Fado cultural sites
Landmarks/POIs University of Coimbra - Day 5
Coimbra to Fatima to Lisbon
Following breakfast at the hotel, head to Fatima, one of the world's most important pilgrimage centers. You'll have time to visit the Shrine at your own pace. Later, continue to Lisbon, Portugal's capital situated at the mouth of the Tagus River. The drive covers about 222 kilometers.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Fatima Shrine
- Optional night tour to attend a Fado show with typical Portuguese songs and music
Landmarks/POIs Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima - Day 6
Lisbon
Begin with breakfast at the hotel, then join a guided tour of Lisbon's highlights including the Alfama Quarter, Tower of Belem, and the Monastery of Los Jeronimos. After the tour wraps up, the afternoon is yours to spend exploring the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning city sightseeing tour including Alfama Quarter, Tower of Belem, and Monastery of Los Jeronimos
Optional Activities
- Optional tour to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril
Landmarks/POIs Alfama Quarter Tower of Belem Monastery of Los Jeronimos - Day 7
Lisbon to Merida to Seville
After breakfast, cross into Spain and head to Merida, an ancient city where you can see the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. You'll have free time to walk around and take in the archaeological remains. Grab lunch when it suits you, then travel south through the historic Silver Route into Andalusia, arriving in Seville for dinner and overnight accommodation. The total distance is 480 kilometers.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Lunch at leisure), Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Merida archaeological site with Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre
- Lunch at leisure
- Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Roman Theatre of Merida Roman Amphitheatre of Merida - Day 8
Seville
Start with breakfast, then join a guided morning tour of Seville covering Maria Luisa Park, Plaza de Espana, the Cathedral and its bell tower the Giralda, plus the Santa Cruz neighborhood with its winding streets. Lunch happens at a restaurant during the day. The afternoon is free for you to explore on your own. If you're interested, evening options include a river cruise or visit to the bullring.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning city sightseeing tour including Maria Luisa Park, Plaza de Espana, Cathedral exterior, Giralda bell tower, and Santa Cruz neighbourhood
- Lunch at a restaurant
Optional Activities
- Navigate the Guadalquivir river for panoramic views of the Gold Tower and Expo 92
- Visit the Maestranza bullring
- Attend a flamenco show in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Maria Luisa Park Plaza de Espana Seville Cathedral Giralda Santa Cruz Neighbourhood Gold Tower Maestranza Bullring - Day 9
Seville to Ronda to Costa del Sol
Have breakfast at the hotel, then travel through the Route of the White Villages on your way to Ronda, a mountain town where you'll have free time to walk around. From there, continue south to Costa del Sol for dinner and overnight accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Route of the White Villages and Ronda
Landmarks/POIs Ronda - Day 10
Costa del Sol to Granada
Begin with breakfast at the hotel before traveling to Granada, which is about 180 kilometers away. Once there, visit the Alhambra and Generalife, the former residence of Moorish kings. You'll see magnificent fountains, gardens, and arches throughout this iconic complex. Have dinner and stay overnight in Granada.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit to the Alhambra and Generalife including fountains, gardens and arches
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte
- Attend a typical gipsy flamenco show
Landmarks/POIs Alhambra Generalife Caves of Sacromonte - Day 11
Granada to Toledo to Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, head to Toledo, the Imperial City, and take in panoramic views from Mirador del Valle. Walk through the historic old town where lunch is included. Then travel about 446 kilometers to Madrid, where your tour services conclude upon arrival.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch
- Panoramic view from Mirador del Valle
- Walk through Toledo old town
Landmarks/POIs Toledo Mirador del Valle
