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Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
EULSPR16
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 16 Day Spain & Portugal Delights. Join APT on a 16-day journey through Spain and Portugal and explore destinations including Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, the Algarve region and Lisbon.
Itinerary
Be met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Get to know everyone at a welcome reception. Stay Three Nights: Lisbon, Four Seasons Hotel Ritz
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 welcome dinner. (B/D)
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. (B)
Head to the chic Algarve coast for some rest and relaxation. Stay Two Nights: Algarve, Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort (B/D)
Choose from a range of sightseeing options today. (B)
Freedom of Choice:
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps be guided by a local biologist on an easy bike ride through the natural park. Alternatively, enjoy sailing in the lagoon.
Journey in to Spain today and enjoy free time on arrival in Seville before dinner at your hotel. Stay Two Nights: Seville, Gran Melia Colon Sevilla (B/D)
On a Seville exploration, see the royal palace of Alcazar, then admire the Cathedral de Sevilla and Giralda Tower. (B)
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 Granada. Stay Two Nights: Granada, AC Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
Signature Experiences:
- Tonight in a local gypsy cave, feel the passion of a flamenco show as you graze on tasty tapas.
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. (B)
At an olive estate, sample some of Spain's finest produce, before arriving in Granada. Stay Two Nights: Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailio Cordoba (B/D)
Visit the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the historic Jewish Quarter on a guided tour this morning. Later, enjoy some free time. (B)
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 to Madrid. Stay Two Nights: Madrid, Gran Melia Fenix (B/D)
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. (B)
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. Later, board a train to Barcelona. Stay Two Nights: Barcelona, El Palace Hotel (B)
See the towering Sagrada Familia on a city tour. This evening, come together to share a farewell dinner. (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
Signature Experiences:
- Start the day with a before-hours visit to Casa Vicens, the first house designed by Antoni Gaudi.
Be transferred to the airport. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Visit King Ferdinand II's ingenious Park and Palace of Pena near the hilltop town of Sintra
- Feel the passion of a flamenco show as you graze on tasty tapas in Granada
- Take a before-hours visit to Casa Vicens, the first house designed by Antoni Gaudi
- Experiences in 10 destinations
- Freedom of Choice Inclusions
- Expert tour director
- Transfers, porterage and gratuities
- A total of 22 meals included throughout this tour
- 15 nights luxury accommodation
- Stay in renowned luxury at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz, boasting striking vistas over the verdant Eduardo VII Park
- Steps away from the popular Las Ramblas, stay surrounded by opulence in Hotel El Palace
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices are seasonal and are subject to change
- Prices are for land only. Flights not included
Prices & Dates
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by APT. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from APT. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by APT. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from APT. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
