Spain and Portugal Delights

Be met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Get to know everyone at a welcome reception.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Barcelona, Le Meridien

Location
Barcelona , Spain

See the towering Sagrada Familia on a city tour. This evening, come together to share a welcome dinner.

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Barcelona , Spain

Farewell Barcelona as you board your train to Madrid. Upon arrival, art lovers will rejoice with a visit to the Prado Museum. Here, wander among fine works that are based on the former Royal Spanish Collection and feature pieces by Velazquez.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Madrid, Petsana Plaza Major

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Madrid , Spain

The icons of Madrid are on show today, with a guided discovery taking you to the Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park and the Plaza Mayor. The evening is free for you to explore.

• Breakfast

Location
Madrid , Spain

This morning, head to the narrow streets of Toledo as you take a guided stroll through the city’s rich history. Afterwards, continue the journey south to Cordoba.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailio Cordoba

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Cordoba , Spain

Visit the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the historic Jewish Quarter on a guided tour this morning. Later, enjoy some free time.

• Breakfast

Location
Cordoba , Spain

At an olive estate, sample some of Spain’s finest produce, before arriving in Granada.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Granada, AC Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Granada , Spain

Explore the World Heritage-listed Alhambra on a guided tour. Part fortress, part palace, the Alhambra is a pinnacle of Moorish art that encapsulates Andalusian history. See the restored Lion Fountain and roam the Nasrid Palace complex.

• Breakfast

Location
Granada , Spain

Travel to Ronda and embark on a guided exploration of this mountaintop village set above a deep gorge. Have your camera ready as you capture its vistas. Later, arrive in Seville, the Andalusian capital, for dinner.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Seville, Gran Melia Colon Sevilla

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Seville , Spain

On a Seville exploration, see the royal palace of Alcazar, then admire the Cathedral de Sevilla and Giralda Tower.

• Breakfast

Location
Seville , Spain

Enter Portugal and head to the chic Algarve coast, a region renowned for its dramatic coastline and striking rock formations.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Algarve, Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Albufeira , Portugal

This morning, discover Ria Formosa National Park on a local boat trip. You'll then have the remainder of the afternoon to enjoy the facilities at your resort. Relax by the pool or perhaps indulge in a spa treatment.

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Albufeira , Portugal

Journey to Lisbon today and enjoy free time on arrival.

Accommodation
Three Nights, Sofitel Lisbon Liberade

• Breakfast

Location
Lisbon , Portugal

Set off to see the sights of Lisbon by riding the city’s tramcars and visiting the Old Town. Pay a visit to the World Heritage-listed Jeronimos Monastery, a symbol of Portugal’s power and wealth during the Age of Discovery. Built in 1502 by King Manuel I, the monastery commemorates Vasco da Gama’s voyage to India. Tonight, join your fellow travellers to share a farewell dinner.

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Lisbon , Portugal

As soon as you get your first glimpse of Serra de Sintra, prepare to gasp. Mountains roll from every direction, and every peak is as memorable as the last. Visit King Ferdinand II’s ingenious Park and Palace of Pena, before having free time to explore Sintra. Take the chance to have lunch at your leisure, then be guided by the sea breeze as you return to Lisbon via the coastal route. Since it’s your final night here, you might like to try one of the local restaurants for dinner.

• Breakfast

Location
Sintra , Portugal

Be transferred to the airport.

• Breakfast

Location
Lisbon , Portugal