Overview
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You’ll visit Toledo to see the old walled town on a hill, and you’ll see the 12th-century Church of St. Tome – home to one of El Greco's most famous paintings. You’ll see ancient Moorish architecture such as Granada’s 13th-century Alhambra Complex. Visit St. Theresa's Convent in Avila, founded in 1636 on the site of St. Teresa’s birthplace. You’ll experience some aspects of local life too, such as a visit to a local wine cellar in Montilla for wine tasting In Portugal, visit the world-famous shrine in Fátima, dedicated to the Virgin Mary who appeared to three children here in 1917. See Seville's impressive Plaza d’Espaňa, built for the Ibero-American Exposition in 1929; Lisbon's Belem Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (circa 1514); and Porto's cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries.
At the end of the tour, you’ll complete the experience on a Monograms vacation to Barcelona travelling on the AVE high-speed train. Your Local Host will be available to assist you during your stay, with dining recommendations, sightseeing suggestions, and more included guided sightseeing tour of the city will include a visit of the extraordinary Sagrada Familia Basilica.
Your budget-minded tour of Spain and Portugal will stay a favorite travel memory for years to come.
Highlights
Guided sightseeing
GRANADA Guided visit of the Alhambra Complex*
MONTILLA Visit a wine Bodega
CORDOBA Guided visit of the Mezquita
SEVILLE Guided sightseeing
EVORA Visit
LISBON Guided sightseeing
FÁTIMA Visit the Sanctuary
COIMBRA Visit
PORTO Guided sightseeing, visit a port wine cellar
SALAMANCA
ÁVILA and SEGOVIA Visits
MADRID Guided sightseeing
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 15 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN.
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to relax or start exploring Madrid taking advantage of the Cosmos GO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Meals included:
- Dinner
MADRID–TOLEDO–GRANADA
Day2
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. TOME, 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
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
GRANADA–MONTILLA–CORDOBA.
Day3
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. More grand scenery as you reach Montilla to visit a local WINE CELLAR and taste some of its wine. Then, continue to Cordoba on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.
Today’s Distance: 143 mi/ 230 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
CORDOBA–SEVILLE
Day4
With a Local Guide visit the magnificent MEZQUITA, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. On to vibrant, festive Seville.
Today’s Distance: 93 mi/ 150 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SEVILLE.
Day5
Get to know Seville on the included city tour. The capital of Andalusia, colorful Seville 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.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SEVILLE–EVORA, PORTUGAL–LISBON
Day6
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 Moorish city with arches, alleys, flower-decked balconies, brilliant white houses, and the Temple of Diana. Continue to Lisbon.
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LISBON.
Day7
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square, 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.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LISBON–FÁTIMA–COIMBRA–PORTO.
Day8
Stop in Fátima to visit its 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, why not join an optional Douro River cruise and dinner?
Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PORTO
Day9
Discover Porto’s highlights on the guided city tour. See its historical cathedral, and visit a PORT WINE CELLAR along the banks of the Douro River. This afternoon, consider an optional excursion to Guimarães, called the “cradle” of Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PORTO–SALAMANCA, SPAIN
Day10
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: 267 mi/ 430 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SALAMANCA–ÁVILA–SEGOVIA–MADRID.
Day11
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. Spend some time in Segovia before crossing the boundary between new and old Castile to arrive in Madrid.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MADRID
Day12
The capital of Spain, situated 2,180 feet above sea level, Madrid is the nearest thing to Heaven, according to Spaniards. Discover Madrid’s main highlights on the included guided city tour.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MADRID–BARCELONA.
Day13
Travel by high-speed AVE train to Barcelona. Your Local Host is on hand to help you make the most of your stay.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BARCELONA
Day14
Morning guided sightseeing includes a visit to the extraordinary SAGRADA FAMILIA BASILICA.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BARCELONA.
Day15
Your Local Host will have many suggestions for your day at leisure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BARCELONA.
Day16
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
April 07 Departure – EasterApril 28 Departure – Feria in Seville
December 14 Departure – Christmas dinner in Madrid
*Entrance to the Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed
Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Praga
Superior Tourist-Class
The Hotel Praga, situated in Madrid was the first hotel of the Santos Hotels chain. It has a total of 420 rooms and is equipped with the best facilities to make your stay unforgettable.
Location
Antonio Lopez, 65, Madrid, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Desk
- Mini-bar
- Window Opens
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
Alixares
First-Class
Hotel Alixares, located beside the Alhambra offers panoramic views of Granada and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It has a seasonal outdoor pool and air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, The Alixares has 2 restaurants and a terrace area with spectacular views. There is also a bar and café, and a summer terrace with barbecue.
Location
Paseo De La Sabika S/N, Granada, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Ice Machine
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Business Center
- ATM
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Climate Control
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Television
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Alarm Clock
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
Selu
Superior Tourist-Class
The Sercotel Selu Hotel is a wonderful 3-star hotel in the center of Cordoba. Its facilities were built near the Jewish Quarter and the Cordoba Mosque, in an area considered a World Heritage Site.
Location
Eduardo Dato 7, Cordoba, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Ice Machine
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Phone
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Wake-Up Calls
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
- Climate Control
- Television
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
Don Paco
Superior Tourist-Class
Hotel Don Paco 200 rooms, is set in central Seville, 10 minutes' walk from the cathedral and Giralda Tower. It features a rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace with excellent city views. Convenient Hotel located 1/2 km from train station & 12 km from San Pablo Airport.
Location
P. Jeronimo Cordoba 4-5, Seville, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Mini-bar
- Window Opens
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
Roma
Superior Tourist-Class
Located on one of Lisbon's main avenues, Avenida de Roma, which is an important residential and shopping area, Hotel Roma provides a range of exclusive, high-quality services that are unique in a unit of this category.
Location
Avenida De Roma, 33, Lisbon, Portugal
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Smoking Rooms
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
Portus Cale
Superior Tourist-Class
Quality Inn Portus Cale, the perfect holiday for sightseeing or business trips in PortoThe Quality Inn Portus Cale is a welcoming and comfortable hotel waiting to welcome you to Porto. Our hotel is conveniently located with direct avenue connection to the highway and offers easy access to the Porto International Airport.
Location
Av. Da Boavista, 1060, Porto, Portugal
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Dry Cleaning
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Ice Machine
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Climate Control
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Internet Access
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Room Service
- Desk
- Coffee Maker
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
Sercotel Artheus Carmelitas Salamanca
Superior Tourist-Class
The Artheus Carmelitas Salamanca Hotel is excellently located in the city centre, within four minutes walking distance to Plaza Mayor and the main monuments of Salamanca. In an elegant and distinguished atmosphere, the hotel offers its guests a wide range of high quality services with different options, adapted to the needs of each client, and that will make your stay a unique experience.
Location
Paseo Carmelitas 67, Salamanca, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Wake-Up Calls
- Mini-bar
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
Tryp Apolo
First-Class
A modern 314 room hotel located in the heart of Barcelona with Free Wi-Fi internet access in all rooms and public areas. Delicious snacks can be enjoyed at the Tapas Bar whilst the lobby bar serves refreshing drinks and cocktails.
Location
Av.Paralelo 57-59, Barcelona, Spain
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Dry Cleaning
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Television
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Smoking Rooms
- Phone
- Wake-Up Calls
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
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