Mediterranean and Moroccan Marvels Tour
Set off in Barcelona and finish in Lisbon on a 17 day journey across Spain, Morocco and Portugal. You’ll explore Barcelona’s Gaudí highlights and vibrant Valencia, then delve into Granada’s Moorish legacy – the Alhambra is a standout. Sail the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier and visit Rabat, Casablanca and Marrakech, with souks, city squares and garden time – plus Atlas Mountain scenery, Ait Benhaddou, Todgha Gorge and desert towns with an optional dunes sunset. Return to Spain for Seville’s cathedral and river cruise, then cross into Portugal for Roman Mérida, whitewashed Évora and Lisbon’s Belém and viewpoints. A balanced pace with free time.
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Tour Overview
Duration
17 daysHotel Rating
3-5 star hotelsStarts
BarcelonaEnds
LisbonMinimum 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, Morocco, PortugalPassengers
$6,404.75
$500.00
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
Barcelona
Peniscola
Valencia
Alicante
Caravaca de la Cruz
Granada
Tangier
Asilah
Rabat
Casablanca
Marrakech
Ait Benhadou
Ouarzazate
Boumalne Dades
Todgha
Erfoud
Fez
Seville
Mérida
Évora
Lisbon
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Barcelona
On arrival in Barcelona, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have free time to settle in or start exploring at your own pace. In the afternoon, please check the information boards at hotel reception – they display details about the start of your tour.
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 - Barcelona
In the morning, we take a panoramic tour of Barcelona – a Mediterranean city celebrated for Gaudí’s modernist landmarks, the lively Ramblas and the legacy of its World Expositions and Olympic Games. We finish at Maremagnum, the waterfront leisure and dining complex by Columbus Square, where you can stroll and enjoy the seaside atmosphere. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore as you wish. We return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Day 3 - Barcelona - Peniscola - Valencia
We travel south along the Mediterranean coast, pausing in Peniscola – a medieval walled town fringed by beaches – for a stroll. We then continue to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime. In the afternoon, we include a guided tour with a local guide of this port city on Spain’s Levantine coast, home to over 2,000 years of history. Its monuments from different eras sit in striking contrast to the modern City of Arts and Sciences. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore as you wish. A traditional local dinner is included.
Day 4 - Valencia - Alicante - Guadix - Granada
We continue through the Valencian Community to Alicante, a Mediterranean city with golden sandy beaches and a charming historic quarter – the hilltop Castle of Santa Bárbara stands out. You’ll have free time for a stroll. We then cross the arid landscapes of Murcia and stop en route for lunch. Entering Andalusia, we pause in Guadix, renowned for its inhabited cave houses. Its historic quarter combines the Renaissance cathedral with traditional neighbourhoods and views of the Sierra Nevada. We continue to Granada, arriving in the late afternoon – dinner included.
Day 5 - Granada
We spend a full day in Granada. If tickets are included in your booking, we visit the Alhambra and its beautiful Generalife Gardens – masterpieces from the Arab era. In the afternoon, you have free time to explore – you might visit the cathedral, which holds the tombs of the Catholic Monarchs.Important note: Entry to the Alhambra is strictly regulated. To secure admission, we issue tickets once your reservation is confirmed, and you must provide accurate personal details at booking – full name and passport or ID number. Ticket costs are non-refundable if you cancel. In the rare event that an Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Day 6 - Granada - Tangier - Asilah - Rabat
We leave Granada and follow the Costa del Sol to Algeciras or Tarifa to board a modern ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar – tickets included. The coach usually does not travel on the ferry, so you will carry your own luggage on board. On arrival in Morocco, we continue through scenic coastal landscapes to Asilah, a walled Atlantic town that was once a historic port and pirate stronghold.You will have time for lunch and a stroll before we continue to Rabat. We arrive in the evening – dinner included.
Day 7 - Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakech
This morning we take a panoramic tour of Rabat – Morocco’s capital – visiting the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Around midday we continue to Casablanca for a short city tour with a local guide, including a stop to view the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque, one of the most significant in the Arab world.Later we travel to Marrakech. After checking in at the hotel, you can choose to take a traditional kalesa ride to the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Dinner is included.
Day 8 - Marrakech
Today we explore Marrakech – the city that gave Morocco its name. On our guided tour we take in the city walls, the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square, the Medina, the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace – tickets included. Afterwards, lunch is included, and you have free time to relax by the pool or in the hotel garden, or to browse the souks. In the evening, you can choose to join the Fantasy Party, an optional excursion.
Day 9 - Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Boumalne Dades
We depart Marrakech and cross the Atlas Mountains, leaving the palm groves behind for high passes with peaks often capped with snow. Along the way we pass small Berber villages set on the edges of deep gorges. We stop at the fortified village of Ait Benhaddou – famous from many films – and pause in Ouarzazate, noted for its impressive kasbah. Continuing through the Valley of Roses, we reach Boumalne Dades, where dinner is included. Note – in winter some roads may close due to snow, in which case this stage will be rerouted according to our alternative plan. Access to the Sahara Desert is subject to road conditions.
Day 10 - Boumalne Dades - Todgha - Erfoud
From Boumalne Dades, we journey through the Valley of the Kasbahs and along river valleys lined with palms, crossing rocky plains that open into oases and adobe villages, with formidable fortresses guarding ancient routes. We visit the Todgha Gorge – a striking canyon with sheer walls rising over 100 metres. En route, we stop at a small adobe town near Khorbat to learn about a local desert community – access can be affected by weather, including river flooding. We then continue to Erfoud. After arrival, you can join an optional off road excursion to the Sahara sand dunes to watch the sunset. Lunch is included.
Day 11 - Erfoud - Fez
We depart early from Erfoud to cross the Atlas once again, passing through dramatic gorges and striking mountain scenery. We traverse a cool high plateau inhabited by nomadic shepherds, then make a brief stop in Midelt – a regional trading town with strong agricultural ties. We continue into the Middle Atlas for an included lunch by a lake in a beautiful natural setting. The landscape then shifts to forested slopes where snow is common in winter. Near Azrou, we visit the House of Cedars in the national park – a small museum that offers insight into the region – and we have the chance to observe the lively monkey colonies that live here. We then head to Bhalil, a small, peaceful Middle Atlas town of Berber heritage, known for its colourful old lanes and cave dwellings now integrated into the houses. On arrival in Fez, we pause at the Marinid Tombs for views over the ancient city before continuing to the hotel. Dinner is included.
Day 12 - Fez - Tangier
Fez unfolds this morning on a guided tour – we enter through the Bronze Gates of the Royal Palace, then explore the Jewish quarter, lively souks and the Tanners’ Quarter. As Morocco’s cultural capital, the city is renowned for its vast Medina, which preserves a deeply traditional atmosphere. We end the visit with lunch included at a historic palace in the Medina. In the afternoon we travel north on the modern motorway to Tangier, arriving by evening – dinner included.
Day 13 - Tangier - Seville
Morning at leisure in Tangier – you might like to do some last‑minute shopping. We then take the ferry back to Spain. The bus will not travel on the ferry, so you’ll need to carry your own luggage on board. On arrival in Algeciras or Tarifa, we continue by road to Seville, reaching the city in the evening. Dinner is included.
Day 14 - Seville
In the morning, we set out on a guided tour of Seville, taking in the cathedral with its iconic Giralda bell tower, the banks of the Guadalquivir, and the characterful neighbourhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we enjoy an included boat cruise on the Guadalquivir – a relaxed way to admire the city from the water. In the evening, you can choose to experience a flamenco tablao.
Day 15 - Seville - Merida - Evora - Lisbon
We leave Seville and travel through Extremadura’s rolling hills and broad pasturelands en route to Mérida. Admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida – the remarkably preserved Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll then have time for lunch and a stroll through the pedestrian historic centre, full of restaurants and local charm. We continue into Portugal, stopping in Évora – also a UNESCO World Heritage Site – known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces and cathedral. We arrive in Lisbon in the evening.
Day 16 - Lisbon
In the morning, we set out on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon – the Portuguese capital of seven hills, with its narrow lanes, iconic tiles and Atlantic light. We also visit the Belem neighbourhood, departure point for the great Portuguese navigators in the 15th century. The afternoon is yours – you can wander up to Bairro Alto and its viewpoint, or join an optional excursion to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we return to the hotel from lively Restauradores Square, lined with bars and cafes.
Day 17 - Lisbon
After breakfast, we conclude our journey in Lisbon – our services end this morning. You can make your own arrangements for onward travel or additional nights, and if your departure is later, you have free time to explore at your own pace. We hope you leave with wonderful memories of your trip.
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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 - Lisbon
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Barcelona
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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