18 Days Portugal, Andalusia and Morocco (Multi country)

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Over eighteen fascinating days you will discover the cultural riches of three countries: Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Starting in Andalusia, explore its legacy from Phoenician times all the way through the Roman, Muslim, Jewish and Christian periods. Also visit spellbinding World Heritage sites.
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Over eighteen fascinating days you will discover the cultural riches of three countries: Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Starting in Andalusia, explore its legacy from Phoenician times all the way through the Roman, Muslim, Jewish and Christian periods. Visit spellbinding World Heritage sites such as Seville’s Alcazar and Cathedral, Cordoba’s Great Mosque and Granada’s Alhambra. Then explore Portugal’s most enchanting cities, beginning with a religious pilgrimage. See the first Portuguese Gothic-style church in Alcobaca, admire the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitoria, and attend the candle-lit procession at the Marian Shrine in Fatima. Explore one of the world’s oldest universities in Coimbra, stroll through the alleys of Alveiro, and make a stopover in Oporto,an acclaimed UNESCO World Heritage site. Lastly, see the magic and mystique of Morocco come to life in the impressive imperial cities of North Africa’s last kingdom. Visit the awe-inspiring cities of Marrakech, Fes, Meknes, Rabat and Casablanca.

Day 1 : Madrid - Slamanca - Porto (570km, 6hours)

Join the group at the meeting point at 8:30am in the morning (Departure from established hotels in Madrid. Please refer to your documentation for detailed departure information). From there, drive to Salamanca. Here you can spend some free time wandering around this World Heritage University City of great architectural and artistic value. Afterwards, drive across the Portuguese border until reaching Porto, where you will check in to your hotel for the night.  

Overnight in Porto - Vila Gale Porto


Day 2 : Full Day Porto Tour (Breakfast)

Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, considered World Heritage city. We admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a different perspective of the city along the river Douro aboard the BlueBoats Cruise and discover the historic heritage visiting one wellknown Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting included. Rest of day at leisure.

[Porto] Portugal’s second largest city greets you with unforgettable landmarks and delicious local wine. 

Overnight in Porto - Vila Gale Porto


Day 3 : Porto - Coimbra - Fatima (Breakfast) (215km, 2.5hours)

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and then depart to your next destination: Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. After some free time wandering around the city, continue to Fatima, a world-renowned centre for the Christian Faith and a World Pilgrimage Sanctuary. Contemplate its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, the legendary place where the Virgin Mary miraculously appeared. The Chapel of the Apparitions, heart of the sanctuary, contains the tombs of the three shepherds who witnessed the miracle, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta. At night, conditions permitting, you have the option to attend the procession of the candles.

[Fatima] This fantastic religious pilgrimage spot welcomes up to six million visitors every year.

Overnight in Fatima - Santa Maria


Day 4 : Fatima - Batalha - Nazare - Alcobaca - Lisbon (Breakfast) (190km, 3hours)

After breakfast at the hotel, hit the road and drive to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of the Gothic and Manueline styles, listed as a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue then to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré, where you’ll spend some free time absorbing its quint atmosphere. Continue later to Alcobaça, yet another World Heritage site, and visit its famous 12th-century church and the tombs of Pedro and Inés de Castro. Then one last drive takes you all the way to Lisbon, where you’ll check in and spend the night. There is an optional night tour to attend a show of Fado, typical Portuguese song and music. 

Overnight in Lisbon - Lutecia


Day 5 : Full Day Lisbon Tour (Breakfast)

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a morning sightseeing tour of the ancient Olissipo, as Lisbon was known in Roman times. Drive through its main squares and avenues, and see renowned landmarks like the Belem Tower, the Jeronimos Monastery, the Coach Museum, the Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square and Liberty Avenue. Spend the afternoon at leisure wandering through the nostalgic corners of the Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to the city castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting  “Ruas” of coloured houses and genuine "tabernas” playing Fado late into the night.

[Lisbon] Portugal’s capital city is an adventure in itself, offering cultural gems such as fado, culinary treats like pasteis de Belem, and romantic city views.

Overnight in Lisbon - Luteria


Day 6 : Lisbon - Caceres - Cordoba (Breakfast) (585km, 7hours)

Depart to Caceres after breakfast at the hotel. Yet another city listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO, the streets of modern Caceres seamlessly blends its ancient Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. Walk through its main square and old town, which contains the famous Mediaeval Quarter. Afterwards, continue towards Cordoba, the ancient capital of the historic Caliphate of the same name.

Overnight in Cordoba - Hesperia


Day 7 : Cordoba - Secille (Breakfast) (145km, 2.5hours)

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel before hitting the streets to join a tour of this fascinating historical city. Admire its impressive “Mosque” – today reconverted into a Cathedral – and a great many other interesting sites. Ease your mind and spirit by strolling through the narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, after a short two-hour ride, reach Seville, where you’ll check in. 

[Cordoba] Visit a real Spanish treasure, with an enchanting past and an inspiring present. Wander around Cordoba’s former Jewish district, explore the old town, and get closer to the spirit of this mediaeval marvel.

Overnight in Seville - Melia Lebreros


Day 8 : Full Day Seville Tour (Breakfast) (190km, 3hours)

After breakfast at the hotel, head out on a morning panoramic tour of the city. Marvel at the exterior of the second largest cathedral in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome, before continuing to explore the Santa Cruz quarter. This charming neighbourhood is a natural setting for “Carmen” and where the myth of “Don Juan” developed. Later visit Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. The afternoon is free for you to spend at leisure discovering exclusive views or specific flavours of this lively city.

[Seville] Discover the charming capital of Andalusia, admire its interesting architecture and learn about its glorious past while visiting the world-famous Plaza de España, the former royal palace, the imposing cathedral, and the lively old Jewish quarter.

Overnight in Seville - Melia Lebreros


Day 9 : Seville - Ronda - Costa Del Sol (Breakfast) (235km, 3.5hours)

Recharge your batteries with breakfast at the hotel and then drive south passing by a number of charming typical villages. Reach Ronda and enjoy some free time admiring this town of Celtic origin and the marvellous view it offers of the valley and surrounding mountain range. In the afternoon, continue to the Costa del Sol, one of the most modern and important international tourist areas in this part of Spain. During the stay in Costa del Sol tour escort service will not be available.

Overnight in Costa del Sol - Sol Don Macro


Day 10 : Full Day Costa Del Sol Tour (Breakfast)

Have breakfast at the hotel and then enjoy a full day to yourself in which you get to explore the wonderful beaches of the Costa del Sol and the surrounding areas at your own rhythm. There are also a number of available optional tours for you to choose from, should you be feeling slightly more adventurous and not quite up to a lazy day of swimming and sunbathing. During the stay in Costa del Sol tour escort service will not be available.

Overnight in Costa del Sol


Day 11 : Costa del Sol - Tarifa - Tangier - Casablanca (Breakfast/Dinner) (525km, 7hours)

After breakfast at the hotel, drive along the picturesque tourist route of Costa del Sol until arriving in Tarifa, where you board a ferry boat to cross the strait of Gibraltar and reach north Africa. Disembark in Tangier, clear customs and drive southwards to Casablanca, Morocco’s industrial and economic capital and most populated city, housing 10% of the country’s population. Explore this new city at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

[Casablanca] Enjoy a tour of this cosmopolitan city and admire the magnificent Hassan II Mosque

Overnight in Casablanca - Grand Mogador


Day 12 : Casablanca - Marrakech (Breakfast/Dinner) (275km, 3.5hours)

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and join a panoramic city tour to see the most interesting parts of the city. Visit Anfa Boulevard, Nations square, the residential areas and the impressive exterior of the Hassan II mosque. Then depart towards Marrakech, the capital of the south, located in an extensive oasis between the Atlas Mountains and the pre-desert area. Go on a city sightseeing tour and discover the Koutoubia Tower, which twins the Giralda tower in Seville; the Saadines Tombs; and Bay Palace. Then walk around the medina and lose yourself amongst its souks and the magic of Jma El Fna Square, which is packed with fortune tellers, snake tamers, acrobats and dancers, making the centre of the city an open-air theatre. Don’t forget to bring your camera. Dinner and overnight at hotel. There’s also an optional dinner and show available at Chez Ali Fantasia.

[Marrakech] Admire the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the beautiful Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and Agdal Garden, and wander through the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa market

Overnight in Marrakech - Kenzi Farah


Day 13 : Marrakech - Rabat - Meknes - Fez (Breakfast/Dinner) 

After breakfast, head to Rabat, the capital of the country. Visit the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower. Continue to Meknes, an ancient imperial city surrounded by a 40-kilometre-long wall in the heart of the Mid Atlas Mountains. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city and admire the beautiful Bab Al Mansour Gate. Afterwards depart to Fez, the most monumental of all the Imperial Cities, its University of al-Kairouan being the largest Islamic sanctuary in Morocco and the oldest existing, continually operating university in the world. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 

[Rabat] Discover the capital’s many attractions, including the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Hassan Tower and the Oudayas Gardens.

[Meknes] Behold the ancient city gates of Bab Mansour and Bab El-Khemis and the granaries of Moulay Ismail 

Overnight in Fez - Royal Mirage


Day 14 : Full Day Fez Tour (Breakfast/Dinner) 

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning city tour of the most ancient and monumental of the Imperial Cities visiting the most interesting points: the 7 gates of the Royal Palace, Jewish Quarters or Mellah, the gate of Bab Bou Jelous and a walking tour of the “Medina” (Old City), declared World Heritage Site. Afternoon free and dinner at the hotel. Optional dinner with show.

[Fez] See the magnificent Moulay Idriss Zaouia, enjoy lunch in the Medina, explore the historic Jewish quarter and take in the panoramic views from the Royal Palace and fortifications

Overnight in Fez - Royal Mirage


Day 15 : Fez - Tangier - Tarifa - Costa del Sol (Breakfast) (540km, 7hours)

After breakfast at the hotel, depart to the pier in Tangier, where you’ll hop onto a ferry to take you back across the strait of Gibraltar to Spain. Then drive back up the way you came and return to Costa del Sol. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Costa del Sol - Sol Don Marco


Day 16 : Full Day Costa del Sol Tour (Breakfast)

Have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy yet another full day to yourself in the Costa del Sol. Enjoy its wonderful beaches and the surrounding areas at your own rhythm, or make the most of the services available at the hotel. There are also a number of available optional tours for you to choose from. 

Overnight in Costa del Sol - Sol Don Marco


Day 17 : Costa del Sol - Granada (Breakfast) (145km, 2hours)

Wake up to breakfast in the hotel before departing towards Granada and its incredible monumental environment, last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Once you set foot in this historical city, visit the world-famous Generalife Gardens that have inspired several authors with its sound and sights, such as the well-known “Tales of the Alhambra” by W. Irving.

Overnight in Granada - Catalonia Granda


Day 18 : Granada - Toledo - Madrid (Breakfast) (445km, 4.5hours)

Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel and then drive northward to the impressive Imperial city of Toledo. See it emerge from the horizon and reach for the sky of Castile. Enveloped in the embrace of the Tagus River, this UNESCO-listed World Heritage City was once the home of members of the three Abrahamic religions: Christians, Muslims and Jews. A mélange of Spanish art, history and spirituality, the whole town is a National Monument. Join a guided tour of this historical town and lose yourself in the beauty of its narrow streets. Continue then to Madrid, where the tour reaches its conclusion. 

What's Included

  • 17 nights accomodation
  • 17 Breakfasts 
  • 4 Dinners (Day 11, 12, 13, 14)
  • Private airport transfer - Motor-coach and Ferry during the whole program 
  • All tours & transfer as described in program with using private vehicle
  • Entrance ticket as per itinerary indicated (First entrance ticket provided)
  • English and Spanish Speaking Tour Guide Service (other language is available, please check with customer service for more information)

What's NOT Included

  • Air Ticket
  • Tourist Visa (if needed)
  • Optional tours
  • Drinks / beverages during the meals
  • Personal Expenses
  • Other Expenses that do not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended
  • Porterage and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme.    
  • All types of insurance except of mentioned Travel Insurance.
  • Only one piece of luggage per person is allowed. Passengers have to go through customs control with their own luggage.
  • Lisbon and Porto Local City Tax is not included, to be paid directly to the hotel.

What you should bring?

Comfortable and warm clothing for the mountains and comfortable summer clothes (including also swimsuit, hat) for the beach stay. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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