Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll get transferred to your hotel and have the afternoon to settle in. Stop by the reception desk to check the information boards for details about when your tour kicks off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia), Hotel (Fira Congress)
- Day 2
Barcelona
Start with a panoramic tour of Barcelona that takes you through Gaudí's modernist architecture, the Ramblas, and sites from the Universal Exposition and Olympics. The afternoon is yours to do what you like. Later, you'll head to Maremagnum waterfront complex for dinner and a walk around the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia), Hotel (Fira Congress)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona
- Evening transfer to Maremagnum entertainment and dining complex
Optional Activities
- Guided visit to Sagrada Familia (60 EUR, 1 hour 50 minutes)
- Dining at Maremagnum restaurants
Landmarks Sagrada Familia La Rambla Maremagnum Plaza de Colón 
- Day 3
Barcelona to Madrid
Travel south along the Mediterranean coast and stop in Peniscola, a walled seaside town worth seeing. From there, continue to Valencia for a brief visit to the City of Arts and Sciences around 4:30 p.m. Then it's on to Madrid, arriving between 8:30-9:00 p.m. You'll transfer to Plaza Mayor for dinner at local restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Included Activities
- Stop in Peniscola for strolling
- Brief stop at City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia
- Evening transfer to Plaza Mayor, Madrid
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Valencia featuring famous paella
Landmarks Peniscola City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia Plaza Mayor 
- Day 4
Madrid
This morning covers central Madrid with stops at Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. After that, you'll go to Retiro Park to see the lake and Palacio de Cristal. Included admission gets you into Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. The afternoon is free, then you'll head back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Included Activities
- Comprehensive tour of central Madrid (Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, Plaza Mayor)
- Visit to Retiro Park including lake and Palacio de Cristal
- Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Return transfer to hotel
Landmarks Paseo del Prado Plaza de Cibeles Puerta de Alcalá Plaza de Colón Plaza Mayor Retiro Park Palacio de Cristal Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 
- Day 5
Madrid to Granada
Depart early from Madrid heading south through La Mancha and stop in Puerto Lápice, a charming village tied to Don Quixote. Keep going through Despenaperros into Andalusia toward Granada, with lunch included. The afternoon is open for you to check out the Cathedral with tombs of the Catholic Monarchs, walk through Albaicín, or catch views of the Alhambra from San Nicolás viewpoint.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Saray), Hotel (Macia Condor), Hotel (Abades Nevada Palace)
Included Activities
- Stop in Puerto Lápice
- Lunch in Granada
Optional Activities
- Visit Cathedral of Granada
- Walking tour of Albaicín neighborhood
- Visit to Mirador de San Nicolás for Alhambra views
- Purchase of Alhambra entrance ticket through official website or third-party companies
Landmarks Puerto Lápice Cathedral of Granada Albaicín Mirador de San Nicolás Alhambra 
- Day 6
Granada to Rabat
Travel from Granada through the Costa del Sol to Algeciras or Tarifa, then board a modern ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar (tickets included). Once in Morocco, you'll journey through dramatic landscapes to Asilah, a walled city on the Atlantic coast. Stop for lunch before heading to Rabat, where dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rabat), Hotel (Rihab Rabat)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing of Strait of Gibraltar (tickets included)
- Stop in Asilah, walled city on Atlantic coast
- Dinner in Rabat
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Asilah
Landmarks Strait of Gibraltar Asilah 
- Day 7
Rabat to Marrakech
Begin with a panoramic tour of Rabat visiting the Royal Palace, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. At midday, head to Casablanca for a short tour including the exterior of Hassan II Mosque. Then continue to Marrakech for a traditional kalesa (horse carriage) ride to Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Riad Mogador Menara), Hotel (Adam Park), Hotel (Grand Mogador Menara)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Rabat (Royal Palace, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Kasbah of the Udayas)
- City tour of Casablanca with local guide
- Visit to exterior of Hassan II Mosque
- Traditional Kalesa ride to Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakech
- Dinner in Marrakech
Landmarks Royal Palace of Rabat Mausoleum of Mohammed V Kasbah of the Udayas Hassan II Mosque Jemaa el-Fnaa 
- Day 8
Marrakech
Tour the medina through its walls and bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square, check out the Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace (admission included). Lunch is on you, and then the afternoon is free to relax by the pool, in the garden, or shop in the souks. There's an optional Fantasy Party excursion available in the evening if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Riad Mogador Menara), Hotel (Adam Park), Hotel (Grand Mogador Menara)
Included Activities
- City tour of Marrakech (walls, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, Medina, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace)
- Admission to Bahia Palace
- Lunch in Marrakech
- Evening transfer to Jemaa el-Fnaa square
Optional Activities
- Fantasy Party optional excursion
Landmarks Medina of Marrakech Jemaa el-Fnaa Koutoubia Mosque Bahia Palace 
- Day 9
Marrakech to Boumalne Dades
Cross the Atlas Mountains leaving palm groves behind and passing small Berber villages perched on gorge edges. Stop at Ait Benhaddou, a fortified village famous for appearing in movies. Continue through dramatic biblical-like landscapes to Ouarzazate to see the impressive Kasbah. Travel through the Valley of Roses to reach Boumalne Dades, with dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Xaluca Boulmane Dades), Hotel (Residence Karam Resort)
Included Activities
- Stop in Ait Benhaddou fortified village
- Stop in Ouarzazate to see Kasbah
- Travel through Valley of Roses
- Dinner in Boumalne Dades
Landmarks Atlas Mountains Ait Benhaddou Ouarzazate Valley of Roses 
- Day 10
Boumalne Dades to Erfoud
Journey through Sahara Desert landscapes including the Valley of the Kasbahs with river valleys, palm trees, rocky plains, and adobe villages. Visit the impressive Todgha Gorge with towering 100 plus meter walls on both sides. Stop at a small adobe town near Khorbat supported by the Europamundo Foundation (weather permitting). Lunch is included, and there's an optional off-road excursion for sunset in the sand dunes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Xaluca), Hotel (Erfoud Palace), Hotel (Kasbah Htl Chergui)
Included Activities
- Traverse Valley of the Kasbahs
- Visit Todgha Gorge
- Stop at adobe town near Khorbat
- Lunch in Erfoud area
Optional Activities
- Off-road excursion to Sahara Desert sand dunes for sunset experience
Landmarks Valley of the Kasbahs Todgha Gorge Khorbat 
- Day 11
Erfoud to Fez
Depart early crossing the Atlas Mountains through dramatic gorges and landscapes. You'll traverse a high, chilly plateau inhabited by nomadic shepherds. Brief stop in Midelt, a commercial town known for agriculture. Lunch is included by a lake in the Middle Atlas. Enter forests where snow is common in winter, then visit the House of Cedars national park museum to learn about the region and see monkey colonies. Continue to Bhalil, a small Berber town with traditional cave houses. Arrive in Fez with views from Marinid Tombs, and dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch (Lunch in Middle Atlas by a lake in natural setting), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Zalagh Parc Palace)
Included Activities
- Stop in Midelt
- Lunch in Middle Atlas by a lake
- Visit House of Cedars museum in national park and observe monkey colonies
- Stop in Bhalil
- Views of Fez from Marinid Tombs
- City tour of Fez
- Dinner in Fez
Landmarks Atlas Mountains Midelt Middle Atlas House of Cedars Azrou National Park Bhalil Marinid Tombs 
- Day 12
Fez
Tour Fez through the Bronze Gates of the Royal Palace, exploring the Jewish quarter, bustling souks, and the Tanners' Quarter. The Medina keeps its traditional Arab atmosphere really well. Lunch is included at a historic palace in the Medina. After that, you'll head north on a modern highway to Tangier, arriving by evening. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch (Lunch at historic palace in Medina), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cesar), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Center)
Included Activities
- City tour of Fez (Bronze Gates, Jewish quarter, souks, Tanners' Quarter)
- Lunch at historic palace in Medina
- Dinner in Tangier
Landmarks Royal Palace of Fez Jewish Quarter of Fez Medina of Fez Tanners' Quarter 
- Day 13
Tangier to Seville
Spend the morning in Tangier with free time for shopping. Then take a ferry back to Spain (the bus stays behind, so you'll carry your own luggage). You'll arrive in Algeciras or Tarifa and continue to Seville, arriving in the evening. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alcora Sevilla), Hotel (Silken Al-andalus Palace Sevilla), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Sevilla), Hotel (Ac Sevilla Forum), Hotel (Eurostars Al-andalus)
Included Activities
- Ferry from Tangier to Spain
- Dinner in Seville
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping in Tangier
Landmarks Tangier 
- Day 14
Seville
Start with a city tour viewing Seville's cathedral with its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. Then you'll enjoy an included relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River with panoramic views. There's an evening option to attend a popular flamenco tablao if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alcora Sevilla), Hotel (Silken Al-andalus Palace Sevilla), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Sevilla), Hotel (Ac Sevilla Forum), Hotel (Eurostars Al-andalus)
Included Activities
- City tour of Seville (cathedral, Giralda, Guadalquivir River, Santa Cruz neighborhood, Triana neighborhood)
- Boat ride on Guadalquivir River
Optional Activities
- Flamenco tablao attendance in evening
Landmarks Cathedral of Seville Giralda Guadalquivir River Santa Cruz neighborhood Triana neighborhood 
- Day 15
Seville to Lisbon
Leave Seville traveling through rolling hills and pastoral landscapes toward Extremadura. In Mérida, you'll visit the included Archaeological Ensemble featuring a Roman Theater and Amphitheater, a World Heritage Site. There's time for lunch and a stroll through the vibrant pedestrian historic center. Continue to Portugal stopping in Évora, another World Heritage Site with whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces, and a cathedral. Arrive in Lisbon by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vip Executive Entrecampos Conference), Hotel (Roma Lisboa), Hotel (Vip Executive Arts)
Included Activities
- Admission to Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida (Roman Theater and Amphitheater)
- Stop in Mérida for lunch and stroll through historic center
- Stop in Évora
Landmarks Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida Roman Theater of Mérida Roman Amphitheater of Mérida Évora 
- Day 16
Lisbon
Take a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, and beautiful Atlantic light. Head to Belém neighborhood where Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. The afternoon is free for exploring the Bairro Alto viewpoint, walking city streets, or optionally visiting Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. Return to your hotel from Restauradores Square with its bars and cafes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vip Executive Entrecampos Conference), Hotel (Roma Lisboa), Hotel (Vip Executive Arts)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Lisbon
- Visit to Belém neighborhood
- Return transfer from Restauradores Square
Optional Activities
- Trip to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril (4 hours, 40 EUR)
Landmarks Belém Bairro Alto Restauradores Square Sintra Cascais Estoril Cabo da Roca 
- Day 17
Lisbon to Porto
Travel north to Fátima, an important pilgrimage site, then continue to Porto, the country's second-largest city. After lunch, take a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River aboard a traditional Portuguese Rabelo boat for unique perspectives of the city's riverside. You'll have free time to explore the medieval Ribeira district with narrow streets, historic merchant houses, and charming cafes before heading to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ac Marriott Porto), Hotel (Bessa Boavista), Hotel (Holiday Inn Porto Gaia)
Included Activities
- Visit to Fátima
- Douro River cruise aboard traditional Rabelo boat (50 minutes)
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Porto
Landmarks Fátima Douro River Ribeira 
- Day 18
Porto to Santiago de Compostela
Travel through beautiful landscapes. In Braga, take a ride on the world's oldest water-operated cable car to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus (descending via the picturesque staircase is recommended). Continue into Galicia visiting Cambados in Rías Baixas. Take a glass-bottom boat trip along Ría de Arousa learning about mussel and oyster production, with wine and mussel tasting onboard. Arrive at Santiago de Compostela for a lunchtime city tour exploring medieval streets and historic pilgrimage sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Oca Puerta Del Camino), Hotel (Eurostars San Lazaro), Hotel (Exe Peregrino)
Included Activities
- Cable car ride to Sanctuary of Bom Jesus in Braga
- Glass-bottom boat trip in Ría de Arousa
- Wine and mussel tasting onboard boat
- City tour of Santiago de Compostela with local guide
Landmarks Sanctuary of Bom Jesus Cambados Ría de Arousa Santiago de Compostela 
- Day 19
Santiago de Compostela to Oviedo
Travel along the Way of St. James beginning in Lugo with time to explore the historic town center and Roman walls (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Visit O Cebreiro, a charming Galician stone village. Continue to León arriving at lunchtime to see the magnificent Gothic cathedral with its famous stained-glass windows and stroll through the historic center. Cross the Cantabrian Range into Asturias to Oviedo arriving by evening. City tour with local guide included (1.5 hours) covering the 9th-century cathedral, Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua. Traditional Asturian dinner included at a typical cider house.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner (Traditional Asturian dinner in typical cider house)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ac Hotel Forum Oviedo By Marriott), Hotel (Iberik Santo Domingo Plaza), Hotel (Ac Marriott Oviedo Forum), Hotel (Exe Oviedo Centro)
Included Activities
- Stop in Lugo exploring historic center and Roman walls
- Visit to O Cebreiro
- Stop in León for visit to Gothic cathedral and town center stroll
- City tour of Oviedo with local guide (9th-century cathedral, Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, Calle de la Rua)
- Traditional Asturian dinner at typical cider house
Landmarks Lugo Roman Walls of Lugo O Cebreiro León Gothic Cathedral of León Cathedral of Oviedo Calatrava Congressional Palace Campoamor Theatre Calle de la Rua 
- Day 20
Oviedo to Santander
Travel to Picos de Europa beginning with a visit to the Basilica of Covadonga. Follow the coastline to Santillana, one of Spain's most beautiful towns with an intact medieval quarter. Visit the Altamira Cave Museum (tickets included) nearby. Continue to Santander, the region's capital and elegant coastal city with mountain and beach views. Panoramic tour with local guide included exploring the city and its beautiful bay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Santemar), Hotel (Gran Hotel Victoria)
Included Activities
- Visit to Basilica of Covadonga
- Visit to Santillana
- Admission to Altamira Cave Museum
- Panoramic tour of Santander with local guide
Landmarks Picos de Europa Basilica of Covadonga Santillana Altamira Cave 
- Day 21
Santander to Zaragoza
Follow the motorway along the Cantabrian coast through mountain and sea landscapes to Bilbao, largest city in the Basque Country. Enjoy a brief city tour with local guide exploring the Guggenheim area, old quarter, and Cathedral. You'll have free time for authentic pintxos. Then head south to La Rioja wine region visiting the Wine Culture Museum in Briones. Arrive in Zaragoza by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Exe Boston)
Included Activities
- City tour of Bilbao with local guide (Guggenheim area, old quarter, Cathedral)
- Visit to Wine Culture Museum in Briones
Optional Activities
- Authentic pintxos tasting in Bilbao
Landmarks Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Briones La Rioja wine region 
- Day 22
Zaragoza to Barcelona
Start with a morning panoramic tour of Zaragoza guided by a local expert. Visit the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and explore works of Goya and his masterpieces. The tour includes the Roman theatre and Renaissance palace with a stroll by Aljafería Palace. After lunch, head to Catalonia to visit Poblet Abbey (tickets included), a walled monastery set amid beautiful scenery and one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries. Arrive in Barcelona by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia), Hotel (Fira Congress)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Zaragoza with local guide
- Visit Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
- Exploration of Goya's works and masterpieces
- Visit to Roman theatre
- Visit to Renaissance palace
- Stroll by Aljaferería Palace
- Admission to Poblet Abbey
Landmarks Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Roman Theatre of Zaragoza Aljaferería Palace Poblet Abbey 
- Day 23
Departure
After breakfast, your tour ends, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
