Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and get oriented with a drive through the city, taking in the grand plazas and historic landmarks along the way. After settling in, you'll meet up with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner to kick things off.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Orientation drive through Madrid with Travel Director
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace of Madrid Cibeles Fountain - Day 2
Madrid
A Local Specialist leads you through Madrid's city tour, covering its rich history and iconic sights. Your afternoon is flexible, so you can explore on your own or join an optional trip to Segovia to see the Roman aqueduct, medieval Alcázar, and Gothic cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Madrid with Local Specialist
Optional Activities
- Optional trip to Segovia to visit the Roman aqueduct, medieval Alcázar and Gothic cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Segovia Aqueduct Alcázar of Segovia Segovia Cathedral - Day 3
Toledo - Granada
You'll head to Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage city, where you'll visit the Church of Santo Tomé to see an El Greco painting, check out a historic synagogue, and watch craftspeople at Damasquinados Suarez making swords. From there, you'll travel to Granada at the base of the Sierra Nevada, with dinner waiting for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Toledo with Local Specialist
- Visit to Church of Santo Tomé to see El Greco's 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz'
- Exploration of a historic synagogue in Toledo
- Visit to Damasquinados Suarez sword-making workshop
Landmarks/POIs Church of Santo Tomé Toledo Synagogue Damasquinados Suarez - Day 4
Costa del Sol
Start with a guided tour of the Alhambra, the Moorish masterpiece built in 1238 that later became the Royal Court of Ferdinand and Isabella. Afterward, you'll travel to the Costa del Sol where you can relax on the beach, and the evening is yours to unwind however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens with Local Specialist
Landmarks/POIs Alhambra Generalife Gardens - Day 5
Costa del Sol
The day on the Costa del Sol is yours to shape. Relax on the beach or stroll the promenades soaking up the sun. If you'd prefer to venture out, an optional trip to Málaga lets you explore the city's Moorish heritage and its ties to Picasso.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional trip to Málaga to discover the city's Moorish history and Picasso connection
- Day 6
Tangier
You'll cross the Strait of Gibraltar by ferry to Tangier, Morocco. A Local Specialist takes you around the vibrant city, showing you the heritage connected to Matisse, Jack Kerouac, and Cézanne, and pointing out how Moroccan and Spanish influences blend from the lively souks to the grand colonial buildings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing across the Strait of Gibraltar
- Orientation tour of Tangier with Local Specialist
- Exploration of Tangier medina and souks
Landmarks/POIs Tangier Kasbah Tangier Medina - Day 7
Chefchaouen - Tangier
You'll venture into the Rif Mountains to see Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City. Wander through the winding streets, shop the colourful souks, and visit the Kasbah Fortress with its museum and peaceful gardens. By evening, you'll head back to Tangier for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Chefchaouen's maze-like streets and colourful souks
- Visit to Kasbah Fortress of Chefchaouen
Landmarks/POIs Chefchaouen Kasbah Fortress - Day 8
Seville
A ferry takes you back across the Strait of Gibraltar from Morocco to Spain, arriving in Seville as evening settles in. You can explore the city at your own pace or join an optional flamenco show to see the passion of Spanish music and dance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing across the Strait of Gibraltar
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience at a flamenco show
- Day 9
Seville
Your Local Specialist walks you through Seville's history, showing you the Giralda Bell Tower and Seville Cathedral where Christopher Columbus is buried. You'll wander through the former Jewish Quarter, stroll Maria Luisa Park, and see the grand architecture left over from the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Seville with Local Specialist
- Visit to Giralda Bell Tower
- Visit to Seville Cathedral
- Exploration of the Santa Cruz Quarter (former Jewish Quarter)
- Stroll through María Luisa Park
- View of 1929 Ibero-American Exposition buildings
Landmarks/POIs Giralda Bell Tower Seville Cathedral Santa Cruz Quarter María Luisa Park - Day 10
Alentejo - Lisbon
You'll travel through Portugal's Alentejo region for a Be My Guest experience at Tiago and Vera's family stud farm. Explore the ranch with its cattle, sheep, and horses, hear their family story, and enjoy a home-cooked lunch before heading to Lisbon for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera at the family ranch)
Included Activities
- Be My Guest experience at Tiago and Vera's family ranch in Alentejo
- Home-cooked lunch at the family ranch
- Day 11
Lisbon
A Local Specialist takes you through Lisbon's history and then you'll try Pastel de Nata, Portugal's famous custard tart. Spend the afternoon exploring on your own or take an optional trip through the Golden Triangle visiting Estoril, Cascais, and a royal palace. Later, you'll gather with your group and Travel Director for a final dinner together.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- City tour of Lisbon with Local Specialist
- Visit to Belém Quarter with monument to the Discoveries and Belém Tower
- Pastel de Nata tasting
Optional Activities
- Optional trip through the Golden Triangle visiting Estoril, Cascais and a royal palace
Landmarks/POIs Belém Tower Monument to the Discoveries - Day 12
Lisbon
You'll say goodbye to your fellow travelers, your Travel Director, and the incredible sights of Spain, Morocco, and Portugal as your journey comes to an end.
