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Spain and Portugal in Style

13 Day Tour of Spain & Portugal | Operated by LuxuryGold

  • 13 Days

  • 2 Countries

    Spain, Portugal

  • 9 Cities

    Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Córdoba, Seville, Lisbon, Évora, Merida, Madrid

  • 20 Meals

    5 Dinners, 12 Breakfasts, 3 Lunchs

  • Pace: Comfortable

    Mainly 2–3-night stays in each location. Comfortable travel days with numerous stops. Requires 1-3 miles of walking per day that might involve some uneven surfaces, such as cobblestones and stairs.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Barcelona

Your Spain and Portugal luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxury boutique hotel. Upon arrival, enjoy exquisite city views from the rooftop bar and infinity pool before dining on traditional Spanish delights.

Hotel: Ohla Eixample Barcelona
Included Meals: Dinner
Exceptional Dining: Barcelona Welcome Dinner Enjoy a Welcome Dinner in this Mediterranean city, featuring fresh Barcelona seafood and traditional Spanish flavors.
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Day 2: Catalonia’s Creative Capital

Wind your way along noble boulevards and visit Gaudí's imaginative Sagrada Família. Later, stroll through the colorful mosaics of Park Güell with a Local Expert.

Hotel: Ohla Eixample Barcelona
Included Meals: Breakfast
Passport Moments: Barcelona City Tour With a Local Expert, drive down the elegant Passeig de Gracia to take in some of the city's daring Modernist architecture. 
Passport Moments: Sagrada Familia Visit Once inside Gaudí's amazing Sagrada Família, look up at the detailed wonders of his famous architectural masterpiece.
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Day 3: Valencia and the Orange Blossom Coast

Follow the golden Costa Dorada to seaside La Galera. Savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at the Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia.

Hotel: Hospes Palau de La Mar
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Passport Moments: Valencia Orientation See the ultra-modern Center of Arts and Sciences and the huge gates of the old town, Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart.
Exceptional Dining: Michelin-starred Lunch at L'Antic Moli Indulge at the Michelin-starred L'Antic Moli. Savor a lunch that embraces contemporary, gourmet cuisine and follows the rhythms of the seasons from locally sourced ingredients.
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Day 4: Granada and the Alhambra Palace

Discover Granada’s 13th-century Alhambra Palace, with its intricate Islamic designs, exotic gardens and tranquil pools. Conclude with a decadent stay at a renovated 19th-century palace.

Hotel: Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Included Meals: Breakfast
Passport Moments: Granada Alhambra Palace Visit Join a Local Expert for a guided exploration of the exquisite Alhambra Palace, complemented by a walk through the picturesque Generalife Gardens.
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Day 5: Córdoba and Seville

Step back in time at Córdoba’s Old Roman Bridge and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Arriving in Seville, relax over dinner.

Hotel: Gran Meliá Colón
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Passport Moments: See the Roman Bridge in Córdoba See the 2000-year-old Roman Bridge with your Local Expert and you'll have time to spend exploring the labyrinthine old Jewish Quarter.
Passport Moments: Córdoba Mezquita Visit Explore the amazing Mezquita, walking through its forest of horseshoe-shaped arches and pillars to the Christian cathedral within, led by your Local Expert.
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Day 6: Seville, the City of Carmen

Explore the intricate details of famous masterpieces at the Fine Arts Museum. Embrace the passionate Flamenco with a private dance lesson.

Hotel: Gran Meliá Colón
Included Meals: Breakfast
Personalise your day: Seville Fine Arts Museum Visit Visit the Fine Arts Museum exhibiting masterpieces of Sevillian Baroque and Spanish artists such as Murillo or Velásquez.
Personalise your day: Seville Cathedral Visit Visit the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, see and tomb of Columbus and marvel at the intricate details of its decoration.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER: Discover Flamenco at the Cristina Heeren Foundation Seville The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show. 
Passport Moments: Seville City Tour Visit the beautiful Plaza de España in Seville's Louisa Park with your Local Expert. Enjoy a walking tour of the Santa Cruz Quarter, admiring its pretty squares and flower-decked balconies. You'll emerge by the walls of the Alcazar.
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Day 7: The Flavors of Andalucía

After a Relaxed Start with the option of room service, a Spanish cooking experience awaits in an Andalucían market. Learn the secrets to Spain’s popular dishes and dine on your creations. Choose a romantic horse and carriage ride or allow us to reserve you a VIP seat at a chic rooftop bar.

Hotel: Gran Meliá Colón
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Personalise your day: Seville Horse Drawn Carriage Ride Go on a romantic horse and carriage ride and relax as you pass some of the city's highlights.
Personalise your day: Seville Sunset Drink Learn how to make a local cocktail as the sun sets over Seville.
Exceptional Dining: Seville Cooking Class with Lunch Discover the varied flavours of Andalusia during a market tour and Spanish cooking experience. Learn the culinary secrets to some of Spain's most popular dishes and enjoy your own creations for lunch.
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Day 8: Across the Alentejo to Lisbon

Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch you’re treated to a performance of Cante Alentejano, a traditional polyphonic singing style recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

Hotel: Pousada de Lisboa
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Curated Experiences: Serpa Lunch with Local Singing Performance Enjoy a VIP experience of lunch accompanied by a singing performance of Cante Alentejano. This traditional polyphonic singing style has been recognised as intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
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Day 9: Lisbon and the Age of Discoveries

Savor another Relaxed Start before viewing Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower. Continue with a visit to the National Coach Museum before marvelling at the architectural detail of the Queluz Palace. Finish the day enjoying local cuisine as you dine in style this evening.

Hotel: Pousada de Lisboa
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Passport Moments: Lisbon Belém Quarter Visit With your Local Expert, visit the Belém Quarter, see the Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower.
Personalise your day: National Coach Museum Visit the National Coach Museum which houses one of the finest collections of historical carriages in the world, featuring horse-drawn vehicles from the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Personalise your day: Visit to the National Palace of Queluz Enjoy entry to the National Palace of Queluz, which served as the official royal residence during the 18th century. Marvel at the Baroque palace’s intricate architectural details as you discover the rich history of kings and queens past.  
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Day 10: Forever Évora

Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate and sip on a selection of tantalizing wines. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner of Alentejo specialties.

Hotel: Convento do Espinheiro
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Passport Moments: Évora City Tour Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your Local Expert.
Exceptional Dining: Évora Wine Tasting Explore a local winery and learn about their processes and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
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Day 11: The Roman Ruins of Mérida and Madrid

Make your way across green and golden farmlands to Mérida’s well-preserved Roman Theater. From Roman ruins to a vibrant, modern city, journey through the sunbaked landscapes of Extremadura to Madrid.

Hotel: Gran Meliá Fénix
Included Meals: Breakfast
Passport Moments: Mérida Orientation Famous for its Roman ruins, Mérida is full of history and ancient architecture. Marvel at the well-preserved Roman Theater.
Notes
Day 12: Madrid of the Bourbons

Curate your day, join an art historian at Madrid’s Prado Museum or explore the maze-like Old Town paired with a sampling of traditional churros. Celebrate your travels over a final decadent dinner.

Hotel: Gran Meliá Fénix
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Passport Moments: Madrid City Tour With your Local Expert, see the sights of the capital including the monument to Cervantes in the Plaza de España, the Cibeles Fountain, Parliament and the Puerta del Sol.
Personalise your day: Madrid Prado Museum with Art Historian Join an art historian and visit the Prado Museum, often called a museum of painters for its extensive collection of works by artists such as Bosch, Titian or El Greco — the favorites of Spain's 16th- and 17th-century monarchs.
Personalise your day: Madrid Old Town Walking Tour Join a Local Expert on a walking tour to explore the maze of streets in Madrid's old town and try churros, the popular Spanish snack.
Notes
Day 13: Depart Madrid

After breakfast, bid farewell to your travel companions before your private transfer to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Included Meals: Breakfast
Notes
This itinerary is for reference only. Upon booking with GET, guests will receive tour documents which will list all confirmed hotels and itineraries based upon the guest's departure date.

Price Includes

Dining Summary
  • - 5 Dinners (D)
  • - 12 Breakfasts (B)
  • - 3 Lunchs (L)
Exceptional Dining
  • Enjoy a Welcome Dinner in this Mediterranean city, featuring fresh Barcelona seafood and traditional Spanish flavors.
  • Indulge at the Michelin-starred L'Antic Moli. Savor a lunch that embraces contemporary, gourmet cuisine and follows the rhythms of the seasons from locally sourced ingredients.
  • Discover the varied flavours of Andalusia during a market tour and Spanish cooking experience. Learn the culinary secrets to some of Spain's most popular dishes and enjoy your own creations for lunch.
  • Explore a local winery and learn about their processes and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
Passport Moments
  • With a Local Expert, drive down the elegant Passeig de Gracia to take in some of the city's daring Modernist architecture. 
  • Once inside Gaudí's amazing Sagrada Família, look up at the detailed wonders of his famous architectural masterpiece.
  • See the ultra-modern Center of Arts and Sciences and the huge gates of the old town, Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart.
  • Join a Local Expert for a guided exploration of the exquisite Alhambra Palace, complemented by a walk through the picturesque Generalife Gardens.
  • See the 2000-year-old Roman Bridge with your Local Expert and you'll have time to spend exploring the labyrinthine old Jewish Quarter.
  • Explore the amazing Mezquita, walking through its forest of horseshoe-shaped arches and pillars to the Christian cathedral within, led by your Local Expert.
  • Visit the beautiful Plaza de España in Seville's Louisa Park with your Local Expert. Enjoy a walking tour of the Santa Cruz Quarter, admiring its pretty squares and flower-decked balconies. You'll emerge by the walls of the Alcazar.
  • With your Local Expert, visit the Belém Quarter, see the Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower.
  • Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your Local Expert.
  • Famous for its Roman ruins, Mérida is full of history and ancient architecture. Marvel at the well-preserved Roman Theater.
  • With your Local Expert, see the sights of the capital including the monument to Cervantes in the Plaza de España, the Cibeles Fountain, Parliament and the Puerta del Sol.
Personalise your day
  • Visit the Fine Arts Museum exhibiting masterpieces of Sevillian Baroque and Spanish artists such as Murillo or Velásquez.
  • Visit the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, see and tomb of Columbus and marvel at the intricate details of its decoration.
  • Go on a romantic horse and carriage ride and relax as you pass some of the city's highlights.
  • Learn how to make a local cocktail as the sun sets over Seville.
  • Visit the National Coach Museum which houses one of the finest collections of historical carriages in the world, featuring horse-drawn vehicles from the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
  • Enjoy entry to the National Palace of Queluz, which served as the official royal residence during the 18th century. Marvel at the Baroque palace’s intricate architectural details as you discover the rich history of kings and queens past.  
  • Join an art historian and visit the Prado Museum, often called a museum of painters for its extensive collection of works by artists such as Bosch, Titian or El Greco — the favorites of Spain's 16th- and 17th-century monarchs.
  • Join a Local Expert on a walking tour to explore the maze of streets in Madrid's old town and try churros, the popular Spanish snack.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER
  • The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show. 
Curated Experiences
  • Enjoy a VIP experience of lunch accompanied by a singing performance of Cante Alentejano. This traditional polyphonic singing style has been recognised as intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.