Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive at the airport and head to your hotel to get settled in. That evening, your Tour Director will take you and the other travelers to a local restaurant for a welcome tapas dinner, so you can start getting a feel for Spanish food and culture right away.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant
- Day 2
Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll take a guided tour through Madrid's key areas including the historic Barrio de la Morería and the Hapsburgs District. You'll see the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta de Alcalá. The tour also covers modern Madrid with Gran Vía, Castellana, the Salamanca district, and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. You'll try the famous chocolate with churros before having the afternoon free to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Madrid including Barrio de la Morerería, Hapsburgs District, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa, Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, Puerta de Alcalá, Gran Vía, Castellana, Salamanca district, and Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium
- Chocolate with churros tasting
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace Puerta del Sol Plaza Mayor Cibeles Fountain Neptuno Fountain Puerta de Alcalá Gran Vía Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium - Day 3
Madrid - Salamanca - Porto
After breakfast, you'll drive toward Portugal and stop in Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll have time to walk around this historic university city on your own. Then you'll continue to Porto, an old European city situated along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Salamanca
Landmarks/POIs Salamanca Cathedral - Day 4
Porto
You'll start with breakfast, then take a guided tour of Porto to see the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara Church. After that, you'll go on a scenic Douro River cruise and visit Port Wine cellars for a tasting. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. Later, you'll join other travelers for a traditional fado show with dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional fado show with dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Porto including Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara Church
- Scenic Douro River cruise
- Port Wine cellars visit with wine-tasting experience
- Traditional fado show with dinner
Landmarks/POIs Porto Cathedral Stock Exchange building Santa Clara Church - Day 5
Porto - Aveiro - Coimbra
Following breakfast, you'll head to Aveiro, known for its canals, where you'll ride a moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat. Then it's on to Coimbra where a local guide will show you the medieval streets and historic university, one of Europe's oldest, plus the riverfront area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ride on a traditional moliceiro boat in Aveiro
- Guided tour of Coimbra
Landmarks/POIs Coimbra University - Day 6
Coimbra - Batalha - Nazaré - Lisbon
After breakfast, you'll visit the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Gothic and Manueline architecture. Next you'll reach the fishing town of Nazaré with time to wander around. Later you'll travel to Lisbon, crossing the Tagus River to Cacilhas for a seafood dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Seafood dinner at a local restaurant in Cacilhas)
Included Activities
- Visit to Batalha Monastery
- Seafood dinner at a local restaurant in Cacilhas
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Nazaré
Landmarks/POIs Batalha Monastery - Day 7
Lisbon
You'll take a morning city tour of Lisbon, driving through major squares and avenues like Belem Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries, Marquis of Pombal Square, and Liberty Avenue. In the afternoon, you can explore the Alfama Quarter, the city's oldest area with narrow winding streets, colorful buildings, and traditional tavernas. The rest of the day is yours to continue at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning city tour of Lisbon including Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries, Marquis of Pombal Square, and Liberty Avenue
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Alfama Quarter
Landmarks/POIs Belém Tower Jerónimos Monastery Monument to the Discoveries Marquis of Pombal Square Liberty Avenue - Day 8
Lisbon - Merida - Cordoba
You'll travel back into Spain toward Andalusia, stopping first in Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved Roman ruins like the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. After exploring, you'll continue on to Córdoba, which was once the capital of the Caliphate.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Mérida including Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre
Landmarks/POIs Roman Theatre of Mérida Roman Amphitheatre of Mérida - Day 9
Cordoba - Seville
The day starts with a guided visit to Córdoba's Mosque (entrance included), followed by a walk through the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, you'll travel to Seville, the vibrant heart of Andalusia. That evening, you'll have an Andalusian dinner with the other travelers, sharing stories and tasting traditional regional food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Typical Andalusian dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Córdoba Mosque with entrance included
- Stroll through the Jewish Quarter of Córdoba
- Typical Andalusian dinner in Seville
Landmarks/POIs Córdoba Mosque (Mezquita) - Day 10
Seville
You'll start with a guided tour of Seville that includes the Cathedral, one of the largest in the Catholic world, and the charming Santa Cruz Quarter with its historical connections. Then you'll visit the lush Maria Luisa Park and the iconic Plaza de España. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Seville including Cathedral, Santa Cruz Quarter, Maria Luisa Park, and Plaza de España
Landmarks/POIs Seville Cathedral Plaza de España Maria Luisa Park - Day 11
Seville - Jerez - Ronda
After breakfast, you'll travel through Andalusian villages to Jerez, where you'll visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and then do a wine tasting at a local winery. You'll stop at LA Organic to learn about olive oil production and sample their oils. The rest of the day in Ronda is yours to explore freely.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art
- Winery tasting at a renowned local winery
- Stop at LA Organic for olive oil production learning and sampling
- Day 12
Ronda - Gibraltar - Tangier - Tetouan
After breakfast, you'll leave Ronda for Gibraltar and visit On the Rocks with free time to explore. From there, you'll head to Algeciras to catch the ferry to Tangier, your first stop in Morocco. Upon arrival, you'll transfer to Tetouan, known as 'The White Dove,' whose Medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to On the Rocks in Gibraltar
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Gibraltar
- Exploration of Tangier
Landmarks/POIs Rock of Gibraltar - Day 13
Tetouan - Chefchaouen - Fez
After breakfast, you'll get a panoramic tour of Tetouan's highlights before heading to Chefchaouen, the 'Blue City' famous for its blue-colored houses and streets. You'll explore Uta El Hammam Square with time for shopping and lunch. Later, you'll travel through the scenic Rif Mountains to Fez, arriving in the late afternoon for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Tetouan
- Exploration of Chefchaouen including Uta El Hammam Square
Optional Activities
- Shopping and lunch in Chefchaouen
Landmarks/POIs Uta El Hammam Square - Day 14
Fez
You'll have a full-day guided tour of Fez, founded in the 8th century, one of Morocco's Four Imperial Cities. You'll see the Royal Palace gates, the historic Jewish Quarter, and a fortress with panoramic views of the old medina. Walking through narrow streets, you'll reach the iconic Bab Bou Jeloud gate. Then you'll participate in a hands-on couscous cooking class with local chefs followed by lunch. In the afternoon, you'll visit nearby vineyards for a wine tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch served on-site following couscous cooking class), Dinner
Included Activities
- Full-day guided tour of Fez including Royal Palace gates, Jewish Quarter, fortress viewpoint, Bab Bou Jeloud gate, and Fez el-Bali medina
- Hands-on couscous cooking class at a traditional palace with lunch
Landmarks/POIs Bab Bou Jeloud Gate - Day 15
Fez - Casablanca - Marrakech
After breakfast, you'll travel toward Marrakech along Morocco's main highway. You'll stop in Casablanca for free time to have lunch and see United Nations Square, the Habous Quarter, and the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque, one of the world's largest. Then you'll continue to Marrakech, arriving in the late afternoon for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Panoramic visit of Casablanca including United Nations Square, Habous Quarter, and exterior view of Hassan II Mosque
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Casablanca
Landmarks/POIs Hassan II Mosque - Day 16
Marrakech
Following breakfast, you'll spend a full day exploring Marrakech. You'll start at the Menara Gardens with its pavilion and centuries-old olive groves, then see the Koutoubia Minaret exterior and visit the Dar el Bacha Museum. Next comes the bustling Jemaa el Fnaa Square where you can access the souks and medina. In the afternoon, you'll see artisanal guilds like woodworkers, potters, tanners, and spice merchants. Later, you'll visit a traditional riad for a tea ceremony led by a local expert, learning how to prepare Morocco's most cherished beverage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Menara Gardens
- Exterior visit of Koutoubia Minaret
- Visit to Dar el Bacha Museum
- Exploration of Jemaa el Fnaa Square and medina souks
- Exploration of artisanal guilds including woodworkers, potters, tanners, and spice merchants
- Traditional tea ceremony at a riad led by a local expert
Landmarks/POIs Menara Gardens Koutoubia Minaret Dar el Bacha Museum Jemaa el Fnaa Square - Day 17
Marrakech - Rabat
After breakfast, you'll leave early for Rabat, Morocco's capital and one of its Four Imperial Cities. You'll get a guided tour featuring the Royal Palace gates, the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, and the iconic Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret that represents the city's rich history and architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Rabat including Royal Palace gates, Mausoleum of Mohamed V, and Hassan Tower
Landmarks/POIs Mausoleum of Mohamed V Hassan Tower - Day 18
Rabat - Tangier - Tarifa - Malaga
You'll depart for Tangier after breakfast, a city where Europe and Africa meet. You'll get a panoramic tour that includes Cape Spartel where the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea converge, plus the Palace Route and the historic Kasbah. After the tour, you'll transfer to Tangier port for the fast catamaran to Tarifa, then continue to Málaga, where you'll check in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Tangier including Cape Spartel, Palace Route, and Kasbah
Landmarks/POIs Cape Spartel Kasbah of Tangier - Day 19
Malaga - Granada
After breakfast, you'll take a guided tour of Málaga exploring its historical and cultural sites, from the Roman Theatre to the Arab-era Alcazaba and Castle of Gibralfaro with panoramic views. Then you'll travel to Granada, nestled between the Sierra Nevada mountains at the foot of the Darro and Genil rivers. The evening includes a flamenco dance lesson, followed by dinner and a live flamenco show at a traditional venue, ending with night views of Granada from a scenic viewpoint.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner and live flamenco show at a traditional Granada venue)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Málaga including Roman Theatre, Alcazaba, and Castle of Gibralfaro
- Flamenco dance lesson
- Dinner and live flamenco show at a traditional venue
- Night viewpoint visit for Granada views
Landmarks/POIs Roman Theatre of Málaga Alcazaba of Málaga Castle of Gibralfaro Alhambra Palace - Day 20
Granada - Madrid
After breakfast, you'll visit the world-renowned Alhambra complex with a Local Expert (entrance included), exploring the magnificent palaces, courtyards, and the beautiful Generalife Gardens, the former summer residence of the Nasrid sultans. Later you'll depart for Madrid, and upon arrival, you'll join fellow travelers for a special farewell dinner celebrating your journey through Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner celebrating the journey through Spain, Portugal, and Morocco)
Included Activities
- Visit to Alhambra complex with Local Expert including palaces, courtyards, and Generalife Gardens (entrance included)
- Farewell dinner in Madrid
Landmarks/POIs Generalife Gardens - Day 21
Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll transfer to the airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
