The Best of Spain & Portugal 2027 - 13 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid

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The Best of Spain & Portugal 2027

13 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid



Tour Description:

Spain and Portugal—two countries with rich histories and distinct cultures. Your affordable tour of Spain and Portugal reveals their fascinating highlights. In Spain, you’ll overnight in Madrid, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, and Salamanca. In Portugal, you’ll stay in Lisbon and Porto. Tour highlights include a guided visit to Toledo, a treasure chest of art and historical architecture. In Granada, enjoy an included visit to the fascinating Alhambra complex*, built in the 13th century by Moorish kings. In Avila—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and fascinating walled city founded in the 11th century, you’ll visit St. Theresa's Convent, the birthplace of St. Teresa. Admire the Moorish architecture in the historical city centers of Cordoba and Seville, both gems of Andalusia, and get to know Madrid, the elegant capital city of Spain, built on a plateau in the heart of the country. In Portugal, visit Lisbon with a Local Guide and see the Belem Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built to commemorate the expedition of Vasco de Gama, and Porto's cathedral, built on a panoramic terrace overlooking the port wine cellars on the banks of the Douro River. Enjoy guided sightseeing in the cities of Toledo, Granada, Seville, Madrid, Cordoba, Lisbon, and Porto. Local Guides - experts in the cities' histories and cultures - will highlight the unique sights and tell you about local culture and history. All of this and more—including an olive oil farm visit with tastings—await you on this fabulous and affordable Spain and Portugal tour designed for value-minded travel lovers.
NOTE:
*Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.

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Destination & Sightseeing

The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!

Your Tour Includes:
  • Guided sightseeing in Toledo, featuring a visit to St. Thomas Church
  • Guided visit to Granada’s Alhambra complex
  • Lunch at a traditional olive farm with olive oil tasting
  • Guided visit of the Mezquita in Córdoba
  • Guided sightseeing in Seville
  • Orientation tour of Évora
  • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon
  • Visit to the Sanctuary of Fátima
  • Orientation tour of Coimbra
  • Guided sightseeing in Porto on the Douro River
  • Scenic drive along the Douro Valley
  • Orientation tour of Salamanca, including Plaza Mayor
  • Orientation tour of Ávila, including a visit to St. Theresa’s Convent
  • Orientation tour of Segovia
  • Guided sightseeing in Madrid


Notes:
Entrance to the Nasrid Palace of the Alhambra Complex is not guaranteed.

The Alhambra complex is wheelchair accessible, but the entrance and route differ from those of the included guided visit.

ITINERARY

Day 1 ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to relax or start exploring Madrid, taking advantage of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions

Day 2 MADRID–TOLEDO–GRANADA
Drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital is a treasure-chest of masterpieces. Visit the walled Old Town with a Local Guide and marvel at the 12th-century Church of St. Tomé, known for its large painting by El Greco of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Later, cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves that dot the rolling Andalusian hills. Overnight in history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. Today’s Distance: 298 mi/ 480 km (B,D)
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Day 3 GRANADA–CORDOBA
Granada was the Moors’ most treasured city, and they still mourn its loss in their prayers. With a Local Guide, visit the Alhambra Complex*, built by Moorish kings. On the way to Cordoba, enjoy more idyllic scenery as we reach an olive farm, to learn about olives and enjoy a local olive oil tasting. Today’s Distance: 118 mi/ 190 km (B,D) NOTE: *Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed
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Day 4 CORDOBA–SEVILLE
With a Local Guide visit the magnificent Mezquita, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. The Mosque-Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage site since 1984) is arguably the most significant monument in the western Muslim world and an amazing building in its own right. The complete evolution of the Omeyan style in Spain can be seen in different sections, alongside the Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles of the Christian part. On to vibrant, festive Seville. During an optional outing to a fascinating Flamenco Show, feel the passion and pride of Seville with every click of the heels and castanets. Today’s Distance: 93 mi/ 150 km (B,D)
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Day 5 SEVILLE
Get to know Seville on the included city tour. The sunny capital of Andalusia has much to offer: the cathedral, the beautiful La Giralda minaret tower, a symbol of Seville; and the Real Alcázar palace, with its extravagant Moorish architecture and opulent gardens. Fun fact: the Palace of the Kingdom of Naboo, from Star Wars, and the Palace of the Kingdom of Dorne, from Game of Thrones, were filmed in Plaza de España and the Royal Alcazar of Seville. (B)
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Day 6 SEVILLE–EVORA, PORTUGAL–LISBON
Enjoy the scenery of the Sierra de Aracena before crossing into Portugal and the fertile plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop to visit Evora, a delightfully attractive city. Among the highlights are the architecture of the white houses, tiles, and balconies. The city, designated UNESCO World Heritage site, inspired the style in which some Brazilian cities, such as Salvador de Bahia, were built. Continue to Lisbon. Today’s Distance: 295 mi/ 475 km (B)
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Day 7 LISBON
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and other highlights on the guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure in the Alfama’s tile-decorated streets or take an optional excursion to the scenic Portuguese Riviera, head to the coast to immerse yourself in the picturesque countryside and coastline outside Lisbon. You’ll be all the richer with sights of elegant villas, palaces, and manor houses. (B)
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Day 8 LISBON–FÁTIMA–COIMBRA–PORTO
Stop in Fátima to visit the world-famous Sanctuary, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Continue to Coimbra, known for its university, one of the oldest in Europe, and to Porto on the northern bank of the Douro River. For the perfect way to round out your day, join an optional evening excursion, with a leisurely cruise on the Douro River, followed by a hearty traditional Portuguese dinner. Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km (B)
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Day 9 PORTO
On your included sightseeing tour of Porto, a local guide will show you the highlights of the city. Look out for the painted tiles decorating the city, the colorful houses along the riverbanks, the cheerful souvenir shops, and much more. Later, visit a Port wine cellar along the banks of the Douro River, for a Port wine tasting. This afternoon, go medieval on an optional excursion to Guimarães, called the “cradle” of Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B)
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Day 10 PORTO–SALAMANCA, SPAIN
Enjoy the plentiful woodlands and mountains on your return to Spain via the scenic Douro Valley. Reach the ancient and beautiful university town of Salamanca in the early evening, the best time to take a stroll in the Plaza Mayor. Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km (B)
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Day 11 SALAMANCA–ÁVILA–SEGOVIA–MADRID
Journey to fortified Ávila with its many towers and visit St. Theresa’s Convent before continuing to Segovia, a medieval town picturesquely set on a rocky hill and famous for its impressive Roman Aqueduct. Some say that the beautiful castle inspired Disney’s “Cinderella.” Enjoy some free time exploring the old town before crossing the historic boundary between new and old Castile to arrive in Madrid. Today’s Distance: 193 mi/ 310 km (B)
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Day 12 MADRID
Built 2180 feet above sea level, Madrid, capital of Spain, is the nearest thing to Heaven, according to Spaniards. Discover the main highlights of this aristocratic city on the included guided tour. (B)
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Day 13 MADRID
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Accommodations

MadridGranadaCordobaSevilleLisbonSalamanca
Praga
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