The History and Heritage of Portugal and Spain
An in-depth cultural and historical tour of Spain and Portugal visiting some of the most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites the Iberian Peninsula has to offer. From the flash of flamenco to the soul of fado, discover the soul of southern Spain and Portugal. Venture from Moorish masterpieces to whitewashed neighbourhoods, exploring an array of UNESCO World Heritage sites alongside knowledgeable local experts, including the spectacular Alhambra. Step back in time amid medieval Évora, the fairytale castles of Sintra, and painting master El Greco’s ancient walled hometown of Toledo.
Your Tour Includes
ACCOMMODATION
Hotels (14 nights)
EXPERIENCES
Cork Farm Visit Montemor-o-Novo, Montemor-o-Novo
Knights Templar Historic Tour, Tomar
Historic City of Toledo visit, Toledo
Flamenco Dancing Experience, Granada
Fado Night with Traditional Portuguese Meal, Lisbon
Port Wine Cellar Visit, Porto
Lisbon orientation walk
Guided tour of Palace of Pena in Sintra
Chapel of Bones tour in Evora
Diana's Temple visit in Evora
Guided tour of Coimbra University
Porto orientation walk
Douro River boat cruise
Explore Cordoba including the Mezquita (mosque) and the medieval Jewish quarter
Granada orientation walk including a guided visit of the Alhambra
Internal flight
Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations
FOOD & DRINK
13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Trip Pace
Relaxed
DAY 1 Lisbon
Arrive at any time.
Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2 Lisbon
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Lisbon to Évora
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Évora
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5 Évora to Coimbra
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 6 Coimbra to Porto
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7 Porto
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 8 Porto to Madrid
Meals Included: None
DAY 9 Madrid
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 10 Madrid to Córdoba
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 11 Córdoba to Granada
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 12 Granada
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 13 Granada to Seville
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 14 Seville
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 15 Seville
Meals included: Breakfast
