Itinerary
- Day 1
Porto
You'll arrive in Porto and get settled at your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to do whatever you feel like. Some people wander around the city to get a feel for the place, others grab dinner somewhere local, and some just rest up from traveling. It's entirely up to you how you want to spend it.
Optional Activities
- Explore Porto
- Grab a meal
- Relax at hotel
- Day 2
Porto
Meet at 7:30 am for a guided tour through Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You'll walk through the Cathedral and check out the old Stock Exchange building, then head to the Church of St Clara. After that, you'll finish up at a traditional wine cellar where you'll get to taste some Porto wine. It's a solid way to see what the city has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Porto including Cathedral, former Stock Exchange building, and Church of St Clara
- Visit to traditional wine cellar with Porto wine tasting
Landmarks Porto Cathedral Former Stock Exchange building Church of St Clara - Day 3
Porto to Coimbra
Head south to Coimbra, which has a lot of history tied to one of Europe's oldest universities. You'll spend time in the old town and around the university area, seeing the fine architecture and getting views over the River Mondego. Grab lunch together midday, then the afternoon is free. You can wander the historic streets, check out the university library, or just hang out at a riverside café.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Exploration of Coimbra old town and university area
Optional Activities
- Stroll through historic streets
- Visit university library
- Relax at riverside café
Landmarks University of Coimbra River Mondego 
- Day 4
Coimbra to Fatima to Lisbon
Travel south to Fatima, one of the biggest pilgrimage centers in Portugal, and you'll have time on your own to visit the Shrine. Later, head to Lisbon, Portugal's capital on the Tagus River. Once you're settled at your accommodation, the evening is relaxed. There's also an optional Fado night tour if you want to experience the traditional Portuguese music scene.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Fatima Shrine (free time)
Optional Activities
- Optional Fado night tour with dinner
Landmarks Sanctuary of Fatima Tagus River 
- Day 5
Lisbon
Start the day at Edward VII Park for sweeping views of the city, then move through Rossio Square and down Liberdade Avenue. You'll visit the Madragoa District where Fado music has its roots, and after that head to Belém District to see the Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, and Jerónimos Monastery. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own, or there's an optional excursion to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic sightseeing tour including Edward VII Park, Rossio Square, Liberdade Avenue, Madragoa District, Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, and Jerónimos Monastery
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril
- Explore Lisbon's streets and cafés
Landmarks Edward VII Park Rossio Square Liberdade Avenue Madragoa District Belém Tower Monument to the Discoveries Jerónimos Monastery - Day 6
Lisbon to Mérida to Seville
Cross into Spain and arrive in Mérida where you can spend time exploring the Roman archaeological site on your own, including the UNESCO-recognized Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Grab lunch whenever you like, then continue along the historic Silver Route heading toward Andalusia. You'll reach Seville later in the evening for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Mérida's Roman archaeological site (Theatre and Amphitheatre)
Optional Activities
- Explore Roman ruins in Mérida
Landmarks Roman Theatre of Mérida Amphitheatre of Mérida 
- Day 7
Seville
Start with a guided tour of Seville, beginning at Maria Luisa Park and the impressive Plaza de España. You'll see the Cathedral from outside and its famous Giralda bell tower, then walk through the Santa Cruz district with its narrow streets and active squares. Lunch is on your own schedule, and the afternoon is free to explore further. Optional activities include a Guadalquivir River cruise or a visit to the Maestranza bullring.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City sightseeing tour including Maria Luisa Park, Plaza de España, Cathedral exterior, Giralda bell tower, and Santa Cruz district
Optional Activities
- Optional Guadalquivir River cruise
- Visit Maestranza bullring
- Attend optional flamenco show in the evening
Landmarks Maria Luisa Park Plaza de España Seville Cathedral Giralda Santa Cruz District Gold Tower Maestranza Bullring Guadalquivir River - Day 8
Seville to Ronda to Costa del Sol
Travel along the Route of the White Villages through the Andalusian countryside toward Ronda. This town sits dramatically above a gorge and has a lot of traditional character and nice views. You'll have free time to look around before heading to the Costa del Sol for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel through Route of the White Villages
- Free time to explore Ronda
Optional Activities
- Explore Ronda's historic town and gorge views
Landmarks Ronda 
- Day 9
Costa del Sol to Tangier
Take a ferry from the Costa del Sol across the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, Morocco. You'll have a guided tour of the area that includes Cape Spartel where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. The Grottos of Hercules are available if you want to visit on your own. Later, you can either explore at your own pace or join an optional excursion to Tetouan.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided panoramic tour of Tangier including Cape Spartel
Optional Activities
- Visit Grottos of Hercules (entrance fee)
- Optional excursion to Tetouan
- Explore Tangier at leisure
Landmarks Grottos of Hercules Cape Spartel 
- Day 10
Tangier to Volubilis to Méknes to Fes
Head through the Middle Atlas Mountains toward Fes. First, you'll stop at Volubilis to see impressive Roman ruins including the Decumanus Maximus main street that links the Gate of Tangier to the Arch of Caracalla. Then continue to Méknes, one of Morocco's historic imperial cities, to walk through the medina, see El-Hedim Square, and view the magnificent Bab Al Mansour gate. Arrive in Fes in the afternoon for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Roman ruins of Volubilis including Decumanus Maximus
- Exploration of Méknes medina, El-Hedim Square, and Bab Al Mansour gate
Landmarks Volubilis Decumanus Maximus Gate of Tangier Arch of Caracalla Méknes Medina El-Hedim Square Bab Al Mansour - Day 11
Fes
Spend the day in Fes, Morocco's imperial city and an intellectual and spiritual center. Start with a panoramic drive past the Royal Palace with its seven grand gates. Then explore the medina of Fes el-Bali, the oldest and largest in Morocco with over 2,000 narrow streets and hundreds of mosques. Walk from Bab Boujloud to Es-Seffarine Square, discovering traditional craftsmanship and artisan areas like the leather tanners and seamstresses. Visit a Medersa Islamic school and listen to coppersmiths hammering their work just as they have for generations. You'll eat lunch together at a traditional restaurant, then have the afternoon free to continue exploring on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional restaurant)
Included Activities
- Panoramic drive to Royal Palace (Dar Al-Makhzen)
- Guided exploration of Fes el-Bali medina with UNESCO World Heritage recognition
- Walk from Bab Boujloud to Es-Seffarine Square
- Visit to artisan quarters including leather tanners and seamstresses
- Visit to Medersa (Islamic school)
- Lunch in traditional restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore medina at leisure in the afternoon
Landmarks Royal Palace (Dar Al-Makhzen) Fes el-Bali Medina Bab Boujloud Es-Seffarine Square - Day 12
Fes to Casablanca to Marrakech
Depart for Casablanca, Morocco's economic center. You'll have free time for lunch along the Corniche with views of the Atlantic coast. See the impressive Hassan II Mosque from outside, an architectural work created by over 3,000 artisans. Then head to Marrakech in the afternoon, arriving later for check-in and rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- View of Hassan II Mosque exterior
Optional Activities
- Lunch along Casablanca Corniche
- Explore Casablanca
Landmarks Hassan II Mosque Casablanca Corniche 
- Day 13
Marrakech
Begin with a guided tour of Marrakech, one of Morocco's great imperial cities. Start at the Koutoubia Mosque, then visit the splendid Bahia Palace built in the 19th century by artisans from Fes. Walk through the old Jewish quarter and into Kissaria Square. Enter the lively Djemaa el-Fna Square where storytellers, snake charmers, musicians, and dancers perform. Explore the bustling souk to meet local craftspeople and visit a Berber pharmacy with natural remedies and argan products. Return to Djemaa el-Fna for free time, then eat lunch together at a traditional restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided tour including Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Mellah (old Jewish quarter), Kissaria Square, and Djemaa el-Fna Square
- Exploration of bustling souk with local craftspeople
- Visit to Berber pharmacy
- Lunch in traditional restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Djemaa el-Fna Square
Landmarks Koutoubia Mosque Bahia Palace Mellah Kissaria Square Djemaa el-Fna Square Marrakech Souk - Day 14
Marrakech to Rabat
Leave Marrakech for Rabat, Morocco's administrative capital and another imperial city. Visit the Hassan Tower, striking remains of an unfinished mosque surrounded by over 200 columns. See the Mausoleum of Mohammed V with its royal guards in colorful ceremonial uniforms on horseback. Take a walk through the Kasbah of the Oudayas with its white and blue houses and views over the Bouregreg River. In the evening, there's a night tour of the city followed by dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Hassan Tower
- Visit to Mausoleum of Mohammed V
- Walk through Kasbah of the Oudayas
- Night tour of Rabat
- Dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohammed V Kasbah of the Oudayas Bouregreg River - Day 15
Rabat to Tangier to Costa del Sol
Leave early for Tangier to board the ferry back to Spain across the Strait of Gibraltar. When you arrive at the Costa del Sol, the tour staff will help with your transfer to accommodation. You'll have dinner and time to relax after the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing Strait of Gibraltar
- Day 16
Costa del Sol to Granada
Travel from the Costa del Sol to Granada, one of Spain's most captivating cities. Visit the magnificent Alhambra and Generalife, once the residence of Moorish kings. These monuments feature graceful arches, tranquil courtyards, beautiful fountains, and lush gardens. Enjoy dinner together in the evening. There's an optional excursion to the caves of Sacromonte if you want to see a traditional gypsy flamenco performance.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Alhambra and Generalife
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to caves of Sacromonte with traditional gypsy flamenco performance
Landmarks Alhambra Generalife Sacromonte Caves 
- Day 17
Granada to Toledo to Madrid
Travel to Toledo, Spain's Imperial City known for its rich history and impressive monuments. Eat lunch together, then take in panoramic views from the Mirador del Valle overlooking the city. Walk through the old town where centuries of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish heritage show in the architecture and feel of the place. Continue to Madrid in the evening for your final night.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Panoramic view from Mirador del Valle
- Walk through Toledo's old town
- Lunch together
Landmarks Mirador del Valle 
- Day 18
Madrid to Salamanca to Porto
After breakfast, head to Salamanca, a historic university city known for its heritage and lively atmosphere. You'll have free time to walk through the old town and see the magnificent Baroque-style Plaza Mayor, one of Spain's most beautiful squares. Continue the journey to Porto, arriving in the afternoon where the tour ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Salamanca old town
- View of Plaza Mayor
Optional Activities
- Admire Plaza Mayor architecture
- Explore Salamanca
Landmarks Plaza Mayor of Salamanca
