Highlights of Spain & Portugal - From £1,052

Get ready for the ultimate 9-day trip to Spain and Portugal! After touching down in Madrid, head to the hotel to meet your local guide and fellow Chasers. Then, discover the lively Spanish capital on a guided tour, taking in some of Madrid’s top attractions. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. Later, meet your Tour Leader and regroup with the group to kick off the tour over a Spanish welcome dinner.

Say 'adiós' to Madrid and travel to Toledo, a charming UNESCO World Heritage town. This ancient walled town features Gothic architectural influences as well as a spectacular Cathedral that visitors will remember forever! The next stop is Granada, a Moorish city steeped in history and culture in the south of Spain. Upon arrival, the tour group will embark on an orientation tour of this enchanting city with your expert tour leader. Be sure to listen for fun facts and interesting nuggets about Granada and this region in general. Tonight, choose to join the optional Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing for a delicious introduction to local cuisine and wine. Please note that this optional excursion must be booked before the start of the tour.

This morning, join the optional experience to the Alhambra Palace, Granada’s most iconic sight. It must be pre-booked, so get in touch with us to book. Around 11 am, leave Granada and head for Ronda, where the view from Puente Nuevo is reason enough to stop. Phones come out, and nobody apologises. Later, arrive in Seville for a driving tour to get your bearings, then free time to wander at your own pace. Dinner follows, then check-in at the hotel and a well-earned rest.

Today is all about exploring Seville's magic and history. A guided city tour with an expert local guide kicks off the day's activities. After that, enjoy the remainder of the day your way! Your first option is touring the Alcázar and Cathedral of Seville on an optional excursion. Alternatively, choose to explore the incredible views at Metropol Parasol or opt for a trip to the Museum of Flamenco. Otherwise, why not explore the city on foot and see where its charm guides you? According to legend, the city was discovered by Hercules himself. This evening, take advantage of the opportunity to experience what Seville is famous for – tapas and flamenco! Join tonight's optional excursion for an unforgettable cultural immersion.

Next stop, Lisbon. On the way, the Algarve: shimmering beach fronts under limestone cliffs, and a comfort stop at one of the beaches where you can catch some sun or cool off in the bright blue Atlantic. It’s colder than it looks. Then, visit Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO-listed site, where religion and seafaring meet. Afterward, taste the famous pastel de nata. In Lisbon, a driving tour takes in São Jorge Castle and the Old Town, where the houses come in every colour. The evening is yours, so find a local restaurant and let the evening unfold.

Today, discover the beauty of Lisbon.From attractions like the Monument to the Discoveries and Belém Tower to the hilltop district of Bairro Alto, there's plenty to explore. This morning, join the optional Colours of Sintra experience and discover the iconic Pena Palace at your own pace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before visiting the fishing village of Cascais. This afternoon, venture to Fátima on the optional experience and explore the limestone Coin Caves and Portugal's most celebrated religious pilgrimage site. Fado music is a cultural highlight in Portugal, and tonight is the perfect opportunity to discover it in one of the nearby bars.

Today, the tour continues to Porto with a stop in Obidos en route. Explore the thin cobblestone roads, scenic homes and impressive castle in this bolstered town. Next, say hello to Porto where the country's top export, Port wine, is produced. Traverse Porto on a guided tour by foot and marvel at top attractions like the Ponte Dom Luis bridge across the Douro River and the Clerigos Tower. This afternoon, make the most of your time in Porto by sipping on the country's famous Port wine at an included tasting. Tonight, join the optional Evening on the Douro excursion for a cruise along the picturesque Douro River with a memorable gastronomical experience!

The tour leaves Portugal today as we traverse the stunning countryside on our way back to Spain. Before exiting Portugal, enjoy a stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, a beautiful cathedral city with defensive walls that date back centuries! Later, arrive in Salamanca and set off on a tour with a local guide. See and learn about top sights including the old and new cathedrals, the University and the Art Deco Casa Lis museum before enjoying free time in the Plaza Mayor. End the day with an included dinner before the last day of tour tomorrow. Enjoy three courses of delicious traditional meals from the Salamanca region.

This exciting and jam-packed Spain and Portugal tour concludes after nine days of travel. Travel from Salamanca to Avila, a breathtaking city known for a plethora of Romanesque and Gothic churches as well as medieval walls that are still preserved. Finally, head back to Madrid for the conclusion of the tour. This is the perfect opportunity to exchange details with your new tour friends so you can stay in contact!Adiós!