Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll be met when you arrive and taken to your hotel. Then there's a welcome reception where you'll meet the other travelers on the trip.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Méridien Barcelona)
- Day 2
Barcelona
Start early with an exclusive before-hours visit to Casa Vicens, Antoni Gaudí's first house. After that, you'll take a panoramic city tour along Passeig de Gràcia to see Gaudí's iconic buildings and the exterior of Sagrada Família. By evening, you'll have a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Méridien Barcelona)
Included Activities
- Before-hours visit to Casa Vicens
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona including Passeig de Gràcia
- Welcome dinner
Landmarks Casa Vicens Passeig de Gràcia Sagrada Família - Day 3
Barcelona to Madrid
Board your train to Madrid. When you arrive, if you're into art, you'll explore the Museo del Prado and see its extensive collection, including fine paintings from the former Spanish Royal Collection and works by Velazquez.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Madrid)
Included Activities
- Visit to Museo del Prado
Landmarks Museo del Prado 
- Day 4
Madrid
A guided tour takes you through Madrid's iconic landmarks including the Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, and the vibrant Plaza Mayor. The evening is free, so you can explore on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Madrid)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Royal Palace
- Guided tour of Buen Retiro Park
- Guided tour of Plaza Mayor
Landmarks Royal Palace Buen Retiro Park Plaza Mayor - Day 5
Madrid to Toledo to Córdoba
You'll wander through the narrow streets of Toledo on a guided walk that brings the city's rich history to life. After that, you continue south to Córdoba.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Córdoba)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Toledo
Landmarks Toledo 
- Day 6
Córdoba
Set out on a guided tour of Córdoba. You'll visit the impressive Mosque-Cathedral and the historic Jewish Quarter. The architecture here reflects a mix of cultures and religions. Later, you have free time to explore more of the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Córdoba)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Córdoba
- Visit to Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba
- Visit to historic Jewish Quarter
Landmarks Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba Jewish Quarter of Córdoba - Day 7
Córdoba to Granada
You'll visit an authentic Spanish olive estate and sample some of the finest olives used to produce Spain's olive oil. Then it's on to Granada, where you'll experience a flamenco show and tapas in a local gypsy cave in the evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Flamenco show and tapas in a local gypsy cave)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granada)
Included Activities
- Visit to Spanish olive estate
- Olive tasting
- Flamenco show and tapas
Landmarks Granada 
- Day 8
Granada
On a guided tour, you'll explore the World Heritage-listed Alhambra, a masterpiece of Moorish art and architecture. You'll see the restored Lion Fountain and wander through the Nasrid Palace complex.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granada)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Alhambra
- Visit to Lion Fountain
- Visit to Nasrid Palace complex
Landmarks Alhambra Nasrid Palace - Day 9
Granada to Ronda to Seville
Travel to Ronda and explore this mountaintop town set above a deep gorge on a guided tour, taking in the views. Later, you continue to Seville where dinner is waiting for you this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Seville)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Ronda
Landmarks Ronda 
- Day 10
Seville
You'll set out to explore Seville, visiting the Royal Alcázar, Seville Cathedral, and La Giralda tower.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Seville)
Included Activities
- Visit to Royal Alcázar of Seville
- Visit to Seville Cathedral
- Visit to La Giralda tower
Landmarks Royal Alcázar of Seville Seville Cathedral La Giralda - Day 11
Seville to Algarve
You enter Portugal and head to the Algarve coast, a region known for its dramatic coastline and striking rock formations.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Algarve)
Landmarks Algarve coast - Day 12
Algarve
This morning, you'll discover Ria Formosa National Park on a local boat trip. Then you have the rest of the afternoon at your resort to relax by the pool or get a spa treatment.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Algarve)
Included Activities
- Local boat trip to Ria Formosa National Park
Optional Activities
- Spa treatment at resort
Landmarks Ria Formosa National Park - Day 13
Algarve to Lisbon
You journey to Lisbon today and have free time when you arrive.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
- Day 14
Lisbon
Head out to see Lisbon's sites by riding the city's iconic tramcars and visiting the Old Town. You'll pay a visit to the World Heritage-listed Jerónimos Monastery, built in 1502 by King Manuel I. Tonight, you'll join fellow travelers for a special dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Special dinner with fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
Included Activities
- Ride on iconic tramcars
- Visit to Old Town
- Visit to Jerónimos Monastery
Landmarks Jerónimos Monastery - Day 15
Lisbon to Sintra to Lisbon
When you get your first glimpse of Serra de Sintra, you'll see the mountains rolling in every direction. Visit King Ferdinand II's Park and National Palace of Pena, then you'll have free time to explore Sintra. After lunch at your leisure, you return to Lisbon via the coastal route. Your final night offers you a chance to try a local restaurant for dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at leisure)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit to Park of Pena
- Visit to National Palace of Pena
Optional Activities
- Leisure time to explore Sintra
Landmarks Serra de Sintra National Palace of Pena - Day 16
Lisbon to Coimbra to Porto
You travel through Portugal's countryside and discover Coimbra, home to the country's oldest university. You'll board your river ship and settle in with a welcome dinner. Later, as you cruise on an illuminations tour around Porto, your river ship gives you the best vantage point to see the city's iconic sights.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Visit to Coimbra
- Welcome dinner
- Illuminations cruise around Porto
Landmarks Coimbra 
- Day 17
Porto
You choose from several sightseeing activities today. Explore Porto's Old Town and take a scenic cable car ride, check out the famous port wines, or discover the culinary heart through a cooking demonstration. The afternoon is yours to relax before heading to Palácio da Bolsa for a guided tour, followed by a cocktail reception and traditional fado performance.
- Meals
- Dinner (Cocktail reception and traditional fado performance in the Arabian Hall)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Palácio da Bolsa
- Cocktail reception
- Traditional fado performance
Optional Activities
- Explore Porto's 16th-century Old Town
- Scenic cable car ride with panoramic views
- Port wine tasting and sampling regional flavours
- Cooking demonstration at traditional restaurant
Landmarks Palácio da Bolsa - Day 18
Porto to Entre-os-Rios
You sail through the Douro Valley to Entre-os-Rios. Choose your activity: explore Guimarães with its well-preserved medieval architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Site, or visit Quinta da Aveleda to see the gardens and sample wine and cheese from this family business producing Vinho Verde since the 1870s.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Guimarães
- Visit to Quinta da Aveleda with garden exploration
- Wine and cheese tasting at Quinta da Aveleda
Landmarks Guimarães Quinta da Aveleda 
- Day 19
Entre-os-Rios to Régua
You'll have a relaxing morning cruising to Régua. Visit the Douro Museum to learn about the wine region's culture. Then head to Quinta da Pacheca for a traditional lunch and tasting with views over the Douro River. This 16th-century estate has 75 hectares of vineyards.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional lunch at Quinta da Pacheca with views over the Douro River and Régua, including wine tasting)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Visit to Douro Museum
- Lunch at Quinta da Pacheca
- Wine and cheese tasting at Quinta da Pacheca
Landmarks Douro Museum Quinta da Pacheca - Day 20
Régua to Pinhão
After your sightseeing experience, you relax on board as you cruise to Pinhão. Choose between a guided tour of Lamego with visits to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies and sampling of local specialty Bola de Lamego, or a trip to Palácio de Mateus near Vila Real, an 18th-century palace on Mateus Rosé wine labels.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lamego
- Visit to Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
- Sampling of Bola de Lamego
- Visit to Palácio de Mateus
Landmarks Lamego Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies Palácio de Mateus - Day 21
Pinhão
You'll visit Pinhão Railway Station, known as one of Portugal's most beautiful railway stations. Built in the 19th century, its tiled walls show the production of port. You'll venture to a local quinta, then enjoy a captain's farewell dinner in the evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Captain's farewell dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Visit to Pinhão Railway Station
- Visit to local quinta
- Captain's farewell dinner
Landmarks Pinhão Railway Station - Day 22
Pinhão to Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo
On a tour of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, you'll stop to see the castle ruins. Back on the ship, you'll have dinner. During your final night on board, you cruise to your next destination as your thoughts turn ahead to Spain.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo
- Visit to castle ruins
Landmarks Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo - Day 23
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo to Salamanca to Madrid
You disembark your ship and say goodbye to life on board. You'll travel to Salamanca for a tour, seeing the University of Salamanca and the House of Shells before continuing to your hotel in Madrid. The evening is yours to spend as you please.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (VP Plaza España Design (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Salamanca
- Visit to University of Salamanca
- Visit to House of Shells
Landmarks University of Salamanca House of Shells - Day 24
Departure
Your journey comes to an end. Following breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
