Iberian Adventure Spain and Portugal Odyssey
Beginning and ending in Madrid, this 13 day circuit blends big city buzz, coastal scenery and UNESCO sites. You’ll explore Madrid’s elegant boulevards and Retiro – with tapas time in La Latina and entry to the Bernabéu. Heading south, visit Granada – with the Alhambra option – then trace the Tropical Coast to Nerja and Málaga, climb to Ronda and soak up Seville with a river cruise and optional flamenco. Cross into Portugal for Mérida’s Roman marvels, Évora and Lisbon’s Belém. Continue to Fátima and Porto – including a Douro cruise – before Galicia’s Rías Baixas tasting, Santiago, Lugo and León, finishing via Asturias, Santillana, Santander and Bilbao.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Tour Overview
Duration
13 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
MadridEnds
MadridMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Spain that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Countries
Spain, PortugalPassengers
€2,137.75
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Madrid
Granada
Malaga
Marbella
Ronda
Seville
Mérida
Évora
Lisbon
Fátima
Porto
Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary
Cambados
Santiago de Compostela
Lugo
O Cebreiro
León
Oviedo
Covadonga
Santillana del Mar
Santander
Bilbao
Foronda Service Area
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Madrid
Welcome to Madrid. On arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, where you’ll have free time until the tour begins. Please check the information board at reception for the time and place of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travellers.In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor – the historic heart of the city – and La Latina, a lively neighbourhood known for its tapas bars and nightlife. You can choose where to dine, with plenty of options nearby, including Spanish, Indian, Chinese and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Madrid
We begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, taking in Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. We then visit Retiro Park in the city centre to see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Entry to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home of Real Madrid – is included. You have the afternoon at leisure to explore as you wish. In the evening, we provide a return transfer to the hotel.
Day 3 - Madrid - Granada
We depart Madrid early, travelling south across La Mancha with a pause in Puerto Lápice – a classic Manchego village that evokes Don Quixote. Crossing the Despeñaperros pass into Andalusia, we continue to Granada, where lunch is included.In the afternoon, if you have pre-booked the Alhambra option, you will visit the Alhambra Palace and its Generalife Gardens with a local guide – masterpieces from the Arab period.Very important note: entry to the Alhambra is strictly regulated. Tickets are issued when your tour reservation is confirmed, and accurate personal details – full name and passport or ID number – must be provided at booking. Ticket costs are non-refundable if you cancel. In the rare event the Alhambra visit cannot be arranged, we will instead visit Seville’s Royal Alcázar, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Day 4 - Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville
We leave Granada, enjoying wide views as we skirt the Sierra Nevada before dropping to the Mediterranean. Our route follows the Tropical Coast – a mild microclimate that supports guava, mango and avocado cultivation, and historically, sugar cane.We stop in Nerja, a seaside town backed by striking cliffs, then continue to Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol with a lively historic centre. You’ll have time for lunch and a relaxed stroll through the centre at your own pace.In the afternoon we head into the Andalusian sierras to reach Ronda, a classic white town famed for the deep gorge that splits it in two. We then continue to Seville, arriving in the late afternoon – dinner is included at the hotel.
Day 5 - Seville
Seville unfolds this morning on a guided city tour. We take in the cathedral and its Giralda bell tower, stroll the banks of the Guadalquivir, and explore the characterful neighbourhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we unwind on an included boat cruise along the Guadalquivir – a relaxed way to admire the city from the water with panoramic views. In the evening, you can choose to experience a flamenco tablao.
Day 6 - Seville - Merida - Evora - Lisbon
We leave Seville, travelling through rolling hills and wide pasturelands towards Extremadura and Mérida. Admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida – home to the well‑preserved Roman theatre and amphitheatre and recognised as a World Heritage site. You’ll have time for lunch at leisure and a stroll through the pedestrian historic centre. We then continue into Portugal to stop in Évora – another World Heritage city known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces and cathedral – before arriving in Lisbon in the evening.
Day 7 - Lisbon
This morning we take a guided tour of Lisbon – the Portuguese capital of seven hills – exploring its narrow lanes and tiled facades, with its Atlantic light and a touch of saudade. We also visit Belém, the riverside quarter from which Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. The afternoon is free – you can wander up to Bairro Alto and its viewpoint, or join an optional excursion to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we provide a return transfer to the hotel from lively Restauradores Square, lined with bars and cafés.
Day 8 - Lisbon - Fatima - Porto
We travel north from Lisbon to Fátima, an important pilgrimage site, then continue to Porto, the country’s second largest city. After time for lunch, we enjoy a 50 minute cruise on the Douro aboard a traditional Portuguese Rabelo boat – a great way to admire the city’s riverside. Afterwards, you have free time to explore the lively medieval Ribeira district, with its narrow streets, historic merchant houses and cafés, before we head to the hotel.
Day 9 - Porto - Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary - Cambados - Santiago de Compostela
We leave Porto and travel through striking scenery to Braga, where we ride the world’s oldest water–operated cable car up to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus for far–reaching views. After exploring the sanctuary, you can descend via its picturesque staircase if you wish. We then cross into Galicia to visit Cambados or O Grove in the Rías Baixas, where we embark on a glass–bottom boat trip along the Ría de Arousa to learn about mussel and oyster production – with wine and mussel tasting on board. Around lunchtime we arrive in Santiago de Compostela for a guided city tour with a local expert, exploring its medieval streets and renowned pilgrimage landmarks dating back to the Middle Ages.
Day 10 - Santiago de Compostela - Lugo - O Cebreiro - Leon - Oviedo
We travel along the Way of St James to Lugo, where you’ll have time to explore the historic centre and see its UNESCO-listed Roman walls. We continue to O Cebreiro, a traditional Galician stone village, before reaching León around lunchtime. In León we visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral – renowned for its stained-glass windows – and enjoy a stroll through the historic centre. We then cross the Cantabrian Range into Asturias, arriving in Oviedo by evening. A city tour with a local guide is included either on arrival or the following morning – a 90 minute walk taking in the ninth century cathedral, the Calatrava Congressional Palace, the Campoamor Theatre and Calle de la Rua. Dinner is included in a traditional Asturian cider house.
Day 11 - Oviedo - Covadonga - Santillana del Mar - Santander
We travel into the Picos de Europa, beginning with a visit to the Basilica of Covadonga. From here we follow the coast to Santillana del Mar, one of Spain’s most beautiful towns with a remarkably preserved medieval quarter. We also visit the nearby Altamira Cave Museum – tickets are included. Later we continue to Santander, the regional capital and a coastal city with views of both mountains and beaches, where a panoramic tour with a local guide is included to introduce its elegant centre and magnificent bay.
Day 12 - Santander - Bilbao - Foronda Service Area - Madrid
We follow the highway along the Cantabrian coast, with striking views where mountains meet the sea. On arrival in Bilbao, we take a panoramic tour of the largest city in the Basque Country – the region’s main economic and cultural hub – where the Guggenheim Museum’s bold exterior takes centre stage. You then have free time to stroll or visit the museum if you wish. We continue to Madrid, arriving in the evening at around 20:30. Note – depending on passenger numbers, the Bilbao to Madrid journey may operate by regular coach or by train.
Day 13 - Madrid
After breakfast in Madrid, we conclude the tour – we hope you leave with wonderful memories of your journey.
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Extras and add-ons
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Madrid
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Madrid
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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