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11-Day Local Delicacies in Spain and Portugal

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Extraordinary Experiences

  • Enjoy the amazing views of Lisbon from the Tagus River, while on a sailing boat.
  • Discover the Douro Valley, an incredible destination for sightseeing, wine education, and enjoying great food.
  • Explore Boqueria market, one of the must-see places in Barcelona, and find out about the most popular ingredients of Spanish gastronomy.

Overview

In eleven days, you'll tour Portugal and Spain and see the best of these two countries accompanied by a local designer guide!

Beginning in the capital of Portugal, you'll kick off your tour by sailing the Tagus River admiring the beauty of the city from the water. After exploring the gems of this European capital, you'll hit the road for Porto stopping in the beautiful towns and villages of Obidos, Nazare and Aveiro on the way.

In Porto, you'll explore this town in a unique way - in a sidecar! The next day, the adventures continue as you spend a day in the Douro Valley, one of the best wine regions in Europe, with a sommelier.

Moving on, you'll fly to the capital of Spain, Madrid, and begin your time here with a true taste of Spain: flamenco and tapas! Next up, you'll explore the Habsburgs' Quarter and the Royal Palace before taking a high-speed train to Barcelona.

In Barcelona, you'll be charmed by the Gothic quarter, the many museums and of course, the masterpiece imprinted on the city by Antoni Gaudi.
Sightseeing
Food & Drink
Culture & Arts
Adventure
Beach & Sea

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Portugal & Afternoon Sailing in Lisbon!

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Welcome to Portugal & Afternoon Sailing in Lisbon!

You'll be transferred to your hotel on arrival and have as much time as you'd like to unwind after your long journey. It is recommended to head out for a quick stroll around the city; you'll find Lisbon to be an unheralded gem of a European capital, the perfect start to your tour in Portugal and Spain. In the afternoon, board a sailing boat for two hours, which will let you enjoy amazing views of Lisbon from the Tagus River.

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    Accommodation

    Heritage Avenida Liberdade Boutique Hotel, a Lisbon Heritage Collection4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Afternoon Sailing in Lisbon

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lisbon

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    Destinations

    Lisbon

Day 2

Private Guided Tour of Lisbon

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Private Guided Tour of Lisbon

This morning, your guide will take you on a private tour of Lisbon. First, you will head to Bélem to visit the Belém Tower, a 16th-century fortification that protected Lisbon from incoming raids. After visiting the Jeronimos Monastery, you'll return to Lisbon city centre to discover the beauty of Lisbon's old quarter. You will walk around one of the oldest and quaintest neighbourhoods: Alfama. To wrap up your tour, you will enjoy some local petiscos in some traditional taverns.

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    Accommodation

    Heritage Avenida Liberdade Boutique Hotel, a Lisbon Heritage Collection4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Guided Tour of Lisbon

    Belém Tower

    Jerónimos Monastery

    Alfama

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Lisbon

Day 3

Travel from Lisbon to Porto via Obidos, Nazare & Aveiro

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Travel from Lisbon to Porto via Obidos, Nazare & Aveiro

This morning, your driver/guide will meet you at your hotel to transfer you in a private car from Lisbon to Porto. On the way, you will make a halt in some of the most beautiful villages in Portugal. On today's journey, you will get to know the medieval town of Obidos and its castle, Nazare and its famous giant waves and the Portuguese Venice, Aveiro. Last but not least, you'll arrive in the beautiful city of Porto where you'll have the evening free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Descobertas Boutique Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Obidos

    Obidos Castle

    Nazaré

    Aveiro

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Lisbon to Porto

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Lisbon

    Óbidos Municipality

    Nazaré

    Aveiro

    Porto

Day 4

Private Guided Sidecar Tour of Porto

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Private Guided Sidecar Tour of Porto

After a free morning, in the afternoon today, you will explore Porto on a fun and different experience: you will enjoy a sidecar tour along with the beautiful neighbourhoods and viewpoints of Porto! With your local guide, you will explore Porto through the old neighbourhoods of the historical centre. Riding the sidecar, you will be able to get through the narrow cobblestone streets, where you will be able to admire the building facades and see the evolution of the city.

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    Accommodation

    Descobertas Boutique Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    PortoOptional Activity

    Private Guided Sidecar Tour of Porto

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Porto

Day 5

A Day in the Douro Valley with a Sommelier

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A Day in the Douro Valley with a Sommelier

This morning, you'll travel to the Duoro Valley, one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world and an incredible destination for sightseeing, wine education and great food. On today's journey with your sommelier, you will enjoy the panoramic scenery of the Douro Valley and visit three wine estates, where you will see and learn everything you have always wanted to know about wine. You will also enjoy a full lunch and savour traditional and homemade food from this breathtaking region!

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    Accommodation

    Descobertas Boutique Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    A Day in the Duoro Valley with a Sommelier

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Porto

    Samodães

Day 6

Fly from Porto to Madrid & Evening Flamenco Tapas Tour

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Fly from Porto to Madrid & Evening Flamenco Tapas Tour

Today, your driver will transfer you to the airport, where you will take a flight to Madrid. Upon arrival in Madrid, your driver will pick you up to transfer to your hotel for check-in. After settling into your hotel, it will be time to head out on your flamenco and tapas tour. You will immerse yourselves in the passion of flamenco at a top-rated show and enjoy delicious tapas in a local Madrid neighbourhood while your local designer in flamenco walks you through the history of this dance.

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    Accommodation

    H10 Villa de la Reina4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Madrid Flamenco & Tapas Guided Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Porto to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport

    Plane from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport to Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport

    Private Driver from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport to Madrid

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Porto

    Madrid

Day 7

Private Guided Tour of the Habsburgs' Quarter & Royal Palace

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Private Guided Tour of the Habsburgs' Quarter & Royal Palace

This morning, your local guide will pick you up at the hotel for a private guided walking tour of the old part of the city: the Habsburg quarter, the most emblematic places such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and the most emblematic buildings such as the Royal Palace. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to keep exploring the city on your own. You will be given tickets to the Prado Museum to visit it on your own, but without waiting lines.

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    Accommodation

    H10 Villa de la Reina4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Guided Tour of the Habsburgs' Quarter & Royal Palace

    Prado Museum

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

Day 8

High Speed Train from Madrid to Barcelona & Guided Tour of Gothic Quarter

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High Speed Train from Madrid to Barcelona & Guided Tour of Gothic Quarter

Today, at the appointed time, your driver will pick you up to transfer you to the train station, where you will a high-speed train to Barcelona. On arrival in Barcelona, your driver will pick you up to transfer to your hotel for check-in. You'll then have some time free to start exploring the city on your own. In the afternoon, your guide will pick you up from your hotel for a guided tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and a guided visit to the Picasso Museum.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    BarcelonaOptional Activity

    Barcelona Private Guided Walking Tour of the Gothic Quarter & Picasso Museum

    Picasso Museum

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Madrid to Puerta De Atocha

    High-Speed Rail from Madrid to Barcelona

    Private Driver from Barcelona to Granados 83

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madrid

    Barcelona

Day 9

Private Guided Tour of Gaudi Masterpieces & Free Afternoon

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Private Guided Tour of Gaudi Masterpieces & Free Afternoon

This morning, your guide will pick you up for a private guided tour of Gaudi masterpieces: Guell Park and Sagrada Familia Cathedral. Home to Antoni Gaudí, Barcelona is known as the capital of Modernism and boasts some of the most celebrated Modernist architecture and structures found anywhere in the world. One of the great innovators of his time, Gaudí left his mark on the map of Barcelona and today, you will explore some of the architectural treasures that he left behind.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Guided Tour of Gaudi Masterpieces: Guell Park & Sagrada Familia Cathedral

    Park Güell

    La Sagrada Familia

    BarcelonaOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 10

Boqueria Market Guided Tour & Cooking Workshop

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Boqueria Market Guided Tour & Cooking Workshop

This morning, you will enjoy a small-group guided tour of Boqueria market, without any doubt one of the must-see places in Barcelona, to find out about the most popular ingredients of Spanish gastronomy. After the tour around the market, you will go to a hands-on cooking workshop which will allow you to learn the most typical Spanish dishes such as Spanish paella, Spanish omelette, and more. Of course, after the cooking workshop, you will have all that you have cooked for lunch.

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    Accommodation

    Granados 834 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Boqueria Market Guided Tour & Cooking Workshop

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Day 11

Say Goodbye to Your Tour of Portugal and Spain

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Say Goodbye to Your Tour of Portugal and Spain

Today, at the appointed time, your driver will pick you up at your hotel to transfer to Seville airport where you will take your flight back home.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Barcelona to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barcelona

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 19 activities
  • 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
  • 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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