Madrid, Portugal, Andalusia & Morocco - Small Group Tour English Only

Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Join your Tour Director and group for a Welcome Tapas Dinner. Overnight at The Westin Madrid Cuzco or similar. (D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a guided city tour. Barrio de la Moreria, Hapsburgs District, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa, Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Via, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, commercial areas of Modern Madrid, and Santiago Bernabeu Football Stadium. During the visit, we taste churros with chocolate. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Overnight at The Westin Madrid Cuzco or similar. (B)

Bound for Portugal, we drive towards Salamanca. Enjoy some free time in this University City and World Heritage Site of great architectural and artistic wealth. Continue to the Portuguese border to reach Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European towns and a World Heritage Site. Overnight at the Bessa Hotel, Vila Galé Porto or similar. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Guided sightseeing tour of Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a Douro River Cruise and discover famous Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting experience included. Rest of day at leisure. Tonight, enjoy a fado show and dinner with your group. Overnight at Bessa Hotel, Vila Galé Porto or similar. (B, D)

Depart to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname “The Venice of Portugal”. Rnjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional colourful boat used for navigating the canals of Aveiro, before heading to Coimbra. We meet the local guide for a tour of Coimbra, a historic city known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), charming medieval streets, and beautiful riverfront. Overnight at Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá or similar. (B)

After breakfast, depart for Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré and enjoy time at leisure. We continue to Lisbon, where we cross the Tagus River to Cacilhas and enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant featuring seafood. Overnight at VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art’s Lutécia or similar. (B, D)

Join a morning city tour of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square & Liberty Avenue. Afternoon at leisure for you to see explore Alfama Quarter with its old buildings in narrow “Ruas” full of colour housing genuine “tabernas”. Overnight at VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art’s Lutécia or similar. (B, D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Andalusian soils, back in Spain, we drive to Merida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore its rich historical heritage before continuing to Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Overnight at Hotel NH Califa or similar. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the impressive tour of Cordoba´s Mosque (entrance included) and other sites while strolling through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, continue your journey towards Seville. Tonight, share a dinner with your group and discover together the traditional Andalusian cuisine. Overnight at Melia Lebreros, NH Collection Sevilla or similar. (B, D)

Morning city tour of the Andalusian Capital, Seville. Visit the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome. Continue to Santa Cruz quarter, the natural scenario of Carmen as well as the myth of Don Juan; continue to Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de Espana. Afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city of light. Overnight at Melia Lebreros, NH Collection Sevilla or similar. (B)

Travel south through Andalusian villages to Jerez, where you will be captivated by two of the essential elements of the Andalusian soul: wine and horses. We visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, and enjoy a wine tasting in one of the famous local wineries. Continue to Ronda. Visit an olive oil production facility at LA Organic and taste their organic olive oil. Rest of the day at leisure to discover the secrets of Ronda. Overnight at Catalonia Reina Victoria or similar. (B)

Depart from Ronda towards Gibraltar. Upon arrival, visit on the rocks in Gibraltar and enjoy some free time. Continue to Algeciras to take the ferry to Tangier. Arrival in Tangier, our first contact with Morocco, and transfer to Tetouan, a city known as “The White Dove” and whose Medina is recognized a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight at Soho La Paloma or similar. (B, D)

Breakfast and panoramic visit of the most interesting places in Tetouan before continuing the route to Chefchaouen, considered the Blue City due to the colour of its houses and streets. Enjoy walking through its Uta El Hammam square, with free time for shopping and lunch. Afterward, depart for Fez, crossing the Rif Mountain range. Arrival in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Mirage, Zalagh Park or similar. (B, D)

A full day visit to the country’s religious city. Founded in the 8th century by Idriss II, it’s considered one of the Four Imperial Capitals. Take a tour through the most emblematic places, such as the Royal Palace gates, the Jewish quarter, and the fortress that offers the best view of Fez el Bali, the medina or old city. The walking tour leads us to the famous Bab Bou Jeloud gate, offering a glimpse into a part of the city that still lives close to the Middle Ages. Walls protect its interior, formed by hundreds of labyrinthine alleys where visitors can experience a multitude of smells and flavours in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Arrival at a palace in the city for a class on how to prepare one of Morocco’s most typical dishes, couscous, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit nearby vineyards for a wine tasting session. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Mirage, Zalagh Park or similar. (B, L, D)

After breakfast, depart towards Marrakech, traveling entirely on the highway. A stop is made in Casablanca with free time for lunch and a visit to the city. The tour includes the United Nations Square, Habous Quarter, and finally the exterior of the great Hassan II Mosque. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Overnight at Palm Plaza, Ryad Ennakhil, Kenzi Rose or similar. (B, D)

Enjoy a city tour, beginning with the grand Menara Gardens, which feature a side pavilion and countless olive trees. Then, an exterior visit to the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin of Seville’s Giralda. In the old part of the city, visit the Dar el Bacha Museum, known for its spectacular architecture. Finally, head to the Jamaa el Fnaa square, one of Morocco’s most interesting places, from where you can access the souks and medina. Visit different artisan guilds, including woodworkers, potters, tanners, and spice merchants. At some point, visit a riad in the medina, a palace house, for a special moment; a traditional tea ceremony conducted by an expert. Learn how to make this important Moroccan beverage, which is an integral part of the country’s culture. Overnight at Palm Plaza, Ryad Ennakhil, Kenzi Rose or similar. (B, D)

Early departure for Rabat, visit the capital of the country, including the Royal Palace gates, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the Hassan Tower. Overnight at Belere, Chellah or similar. (B, D)

Depart for Tangier. Upon arrival, a panoramic tour of Cape Spartel, the palace route, and finally the Kasbah, from where the city’s inhabitants defended against pirate attacks centuries ago. Transfer to the Tangier port for a fast catamaran to Tarifa then continue to Malaga. Overnight at Malaga Alameda affiliated by Meliá or similar. (B)

Visit the city and explore its historical and cultural attractions. Malaga is a city full of corners that look back on several centuries of history, from the time of the Romans to the Arab, with the Alcazaba or the Castle of Gibralfaro. Continue to Granada, located at the foot of Sierra Nevada, between the Darro and Genil rivers, a jewel of Andalusia. Here, the impressive Andalusian legacy, represented by the Alhambra, is complemented by Renaissance architectural gems. We have the chance to learn how to dance flamenco before dinner with a flamenco show. After dinner, we invite you to take the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful views of Granada from one of the city’s viewpoints. Overnight at Catalonia Granada, Meliá Granada or similar. (B, D)

Visit the world-famous Alhambra complex with your Local Expert (entrance included) and Generalife Gardens. Then, depart to Madrid. Join your group for a farewell dinner. Overnight at The Westin Madrid Cuzco or similar. (B, D)

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. (B)