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- Destination: Spain, Portugal
- Duration: 12 Days
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This Spain Portugal Tour is a timeless journey through the cultural, architectural, and scenic highlights of the Iberian Peninsula. Designed as a 12-day private classic tour, it blends historic cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and breathtaking landscapes across Spain and Portugal. Explore Madrid’s royal grandeur, Toledo’s medieval charm, Granada’s magnificent Alhambra, and Seville’s iconic cathedral. Continue to Portugal to uncover Lisbon’s Age of Discovery legacy, the fairytale palaces of Sintra, the coastal beauty of Aveiro and Cascais, and the wine-rich Douro Valley from Porto. With private transportation, expert local guides, and a well-paced itinerary, this Spain Portugal Tour offers an immersive and comfortable experience ideal for travelers seeking history, culture, and unforgettable memories.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 6
Spain
Madrid: Arrival and Free Exploration Time
Toledo: Toledo Cathedral, Church of Santo Tome
Granada: Alhambra Palace, Generalife
Seville: Seville Cathedral
7 - 12
Portugal
Lisbon: Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery
Sintra: Pena Palace
Aveiro: Costa Nova Beach, Traditional Moliceiro Boat Ride
Porto: Wine Tour to Douro Valley
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Madrid – Spain’s Royal & Cultural Capital
Begin your Spain Portugal Tour in Madrid, a city renowned for royal heritage, world-class museums, and lively plazas. After a private airport transfer, check in to your centrally located hotel. If time allows, enjoy a relaxed introduction to Madrid’s historic center, where centuries-old architecture blends with modern Spanish life. Walk through elegant boulevards, admire grand façades, and feel the pulse of Spain’s capital as it welcomes you into a journey of culture and discovery.
Highlights: Private airport transfer, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace exterior, Plaza de Oriente
- Madrid
- Day 2: Madrid – Full-Day Toledo Excursion | UNESCO Heritage City
Travel to Toledo, one of Spain’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a cornerstone of your Spain Portugal Tour. Known as the City of Three Cultures, Toledo showcases Christian, Muslim, and Jewish heritage preserved in stone and art. Explore sacred monuments, admire medieval streets, and witness masterpieces of Spanish art while enjoying panoramic views over the Tagus River, offering a deep immersion into Spain’s layered history.
Highlights: Santa María la Blanca Synagogue, Church of Santo Tomé, El Greco masterpiece, Toledo Cathedral, Tagus River viewpoints
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- Madrid
- Day 3: Madrid to Granada – Journey into Moorish Andalusia
Board a high-speed train to Granada, where Islamic artistry and Andalusian tradition converge beneath the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Upon arrival, enjoy time to explore Granada’s historic quarters, soaking in the ambiance of narrow streets, traditional tapas bars, and scenic viewpoints. This transition marks a cultural shift that defines southern Spain and enriches your Spain Portugal Tour.
Highlights: High-speed train experience, Sierra Nevada scenery, Albaicín quarter, Moorish heritage, Andalusian atmosphere
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- Granada
- Day 4: Granada – Alhambra Palace & Generalife Gardens
Today unveils the crown jewel of Spain. The Alhambra Palace stands as a symbol of Moorish brilliance, with exquisite architecture, detailed carvings, and serene courtyards. Wander through palaces that echo centuries of Nasrid rule before visiting the Generalife Gardens, a peaceful royal retreat filled with fountains, terraces, and panoramic city views. This unforgettable experience is a defining highlight of your Spain Portugal Tour.
Highlights: Alhambra Palace, Nasrid architecture, Generalife Gardens, Islamic art, panoramic Granada views
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- Granada
- Day 5: Granada – Antequera – Ronda – Seville | Andalusian Landscapes
Depart Granada on a scenic drive through Andalusia’s countryside, passing olive groves and whitewashed villages. Stop in Antequera, then continue to Ronda, dramatically perched above a deep gorge. Walk across the iconic Puente Nuevo and explore the historic old town before reaching Seville, where passion, history, and culture await in abundance.
Highlights: Scenic Andalusian drive, Antequera stop, Ronda Old Town, Puente Nuevo bridge, Seville arrival
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- Seville
- Day 6: Seville – Cathedral & Historic Neighborhoods
Explore Seville, the cultural heart of Andalusia and one of the most captivating cities on your Spain Portugal Tour. Visit the majestic Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and final resting place of Christopher Columbus. Wander through historic neighborhoods filled with hidden courtyards, colorful tiles, and centuries of Moorish and Christian influence, bringing Seville’s timeless charm to life.
Highlights: Seville Cathedral, Columbus Tomb, Gothic architecture, historic quarters, Andalusian culture
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- Seville
- Day 7: Seville to Lisbon – Enter Portugal’s Age of Discovery
Cross from Spain into Portugal and arrive in Lisbon, a city shaped by explorers and maritime ambition. Discover monumental landmarks celebrating Portugal’s Golden Age, where ornate architecture and riverfront views tell stories of global voyages and discoveries. This day marks a seamless transition within your Spain Portugal Tour, blending Iberian cultures and histories.
Highlights: Scenic cross-border drive, Jerónimos Monastery, Manueline architecture, Belém Tower, Tagus River views
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- Lisbon
- Day 8: Lisbon – Sintra Day Trip | Romantic Palaces & Coast
Travel to Sintra, a fairy-tale destination nestled among lush hills and royal estates. Visit the colorful Pena Palace, a masterpiece of Romantic architecture and one of Portugal’s most photographed landmarks. On the return journey, enjoy breathtaking coastal views of Estoril and Cascais, showcasing Portugal’s Atlantic elegance.
Highlights: Sintra UNESCO Site, Pena Palace, Romantic architecture, Estoril coastline, Cascais seaside views
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- Lisbon
- Day 9: Lisbon – Aveiro – Costa Nova – Porto | Canals & Coastline
Journey north to Aveiro, a charming city famous for its canals, traditional boats, and vibrant azulejo tiles. Cruise aboard a moliceiro boat before continuing to Costa Nova Beach, known for its striped fishermen’s houses and oceanfront charm. Arrive in Porto, Portugal’s atmospheric riverside city rich in history and character.
Highlights: Aveiro canals, Moliceiro boat ride, Azulejo tiles, Costa Nova Beach, Porto arrival
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- Porto
- Day 10: Porto – Douro Valley Wine & River Experience
Escape into the Douro Valley, one of the world’s oldest wine-producing regions and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel through terraced vineyards, visit a traditional winery for tastings, and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Douro River. This day combines scenic beauty, cultural heritage, and authentic Portuguese wine traditions within your Spain Portugal Tour.
Highlights: Douro Valley vineyards, Wine tasting, Douro River cruise, UNESCO landscapes, Scenic countryside
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- Porto
- Day 11: Porto – Historic Landmarks & Leisure
Enjoy a leisurely day exploring Porto at your own pace. Discover historic churches, ornate interiors, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Douro River. Wander through the Ribeira district, where colorful façades and riverside cafés reflect Porto’s timeless charm and relaxed atmosphere.
Highlights: São Bento Station tiles, Church of Saint Francis, Clérigos Tower, Ribeira district, Douro River views
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- Porto
- Day 12: Departure from Porto – Journey’s End
After breakfast, enjoy free time for last-minute exploration or souvenir shopping. A private transfer takes you to Porto Airport, concluding your enriching Spain Portugal Tour, filled with unforgettable cultural landmarks, scenic landscapes, and shared Iberian heritage.
Highlights: Free leisure time, Private airport transfer, Porto departure, End of tour
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