Discover the culture, cuisine and history of Spain & Portugal on a 9-day tour from Madrid to Lisbon, Porto and beyond.
Satisfy your wanderlust with this 9-day trip to Spain & Portugal! Start in Madrid and discover tapas, flamenco and ancient sites in Toledo, Granada, Seville and Ronda. Cross into Portugal, admire Algarve views, experience lively Lisbon and taste port in Porto. Explore enchanting Salamanca and Avila before leaving with lifelong memories.
Hotel in Madrid
Hotel in Madrid
8 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
8 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
8 Breakfasts | 4 Dinners
8 Breakfasts
4 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Madrid | 10:00 AM
Hotel in Madrid | 02:30 PM (traffic dependent)
On arrival in Madrid, meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel this morning. After, explore the beautiful capital of Spain on an orientation tour. Look forward to seeing Madrid’s top sights. This evening, get to know the group and celebrate the first night of the tour with a Spanish welcome dinner.
Wander the streets of Madrid and see top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more!
Wander the streets of Madrid and see top sights such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel and more!
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over a traditional dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over a traditional dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
This morning, head to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Toledo, an ancient walled town famous for its Gothic architecture and impressive Cathedral! Continue south to Granada and enjoy an orientation tour of this Moorish city. Tonight, join the unmissable Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing - this popular optional excursion must be pre-booked - click here for more information!
Experience the Gothic architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site city. The history of this region goes all the way back to the Bronze Age!
Experience the Gothic architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site city. The history of this region goes all the way back to the Bronze Age!
Discover Granada’s rich Moorish heritage in the Albaicin neighbourhood’s winding streets. Admire stunning Morisco architecture and catch a glimpse of the iconic Alhambra.
Discover Granada’s rich Moorish heritage in the Albaicin neighbourhood’s winding streets. Admire stunning Morisco architecture and catch a glimpse of the iconic Alhambra.
Enjoy a four-course wine and food pairing experience at a premier Granada gastro bar! Learn about the history of the local cuisine and wine production.
Enjoy a four-course wine and food pairing experience at a premier Granada gastro bar! Learn about the history of the local cuisine and wine production.
Spend the morning exploring the Alhambra Palace (pre-book only - click here to book now), one of Spain’s most exceptional landmarks. Then, travel to Ronda to see the iconic Puente Nuevo and enjoy a relaxed lunch. Continue to Seville for a driving tour and free time at Plaza de España. End the day with an included dinner and overnight stay.
Found on top of the El Tajo gorge, Ronda is a unique little town. See the towering ‘Puente Nuevo’ (New Bridge) and experience breathtaking views!
Found on top of the El Tajo gorge, Ronda is a unique little town. See the towering ‘Puente Nuevo’ (New Bridge) and experience breathtaking views!
Learn more about Seville’s history, culture and architecture on a driving tour. Seville is where some famous scenes for TV series and films were shot. These include Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Lawrence of Arabia.
Learn more about Seville’s history, culture and architecture on a driving tour. Seville is where some famous scenes for TV series and films were shot. These include Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Lawrence of Arabia.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Seville.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Seville.
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
Discover the history and charm of Seville today! Begin with a guided tour, accompanied by an expert local guide. After, choose to tour the Alcázar of Seville on an optional excursion or explore at your own pace. Seville is famous for flamenco and tonight is your chance to experience this dance of passion at the lively optional Flamenco dinner show!
Soak up the culture, tastes, sights and sounds of Seville! Learn more about Seville’s history, culture and architecture with a local guide.
Soak up the culture, tastes, sights and sounds of Seville! Learn more about Seville’s history, culture and architecture with a local guide.
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Alcázar of Seville and the Seville Cathedral! Explore these sites in depth with a guided tour.
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Alcázar of Seville and the Seville Cathedral! Explore these sites in depth with a guided tour.
Enjoy a live flamenco show along with a three-course Spanish dinner in Seville, the birthplace of flamenco!
Enjoy a live flamenco show along with a three-course Spanish dinner in Seville, the birthplace of flamenco!
Today, travel to Lisbon, Portugal! En route, visit the Algarve. This stunning southern coastal region of Portugal features golden beaches and limestone cliffs. Stop at one of these beautiful beaches to take a dip in the cool, blue ocean. Arrive in Lisbon, set off on an orientation tour and see the capital’s highlights. Enjoy an included dinner tonight.
Enjoy a scenic drive through one of Portugal's most spectacular regions and enjoy some beach time. Marvel at rugged cliffs, golden beaches and crashing waves!
Enjoy a scenic drive through one of Portugal's most spectacular regions and enjoy some beach time. Marvel at rugged cliffs, golden beaches and crashing waves!
Drive alongside the Tagus River and along some of Lisbon's most famous streets. Spot Sao Jorge Castle, the Old Town and stop at Miradouros (viewpoints).
Drive alongside the Tagus River and along some of Lisbon's most famous streets. Spot Sao Jorge Castle, the Old Town and stop at Miradouros (viewpoints).
Today is free to explore Lisbon at your own pace. Join an optional excursion to Sintra, a charming UNESCO World Heritage Site village and Portugal’s capital of Romanticism. Visit the colourful Pena Palace and enjoy an included lunch. Or, join an excursion to Portugal’s most famous pilgrimage site, Fátima. The choice is yours!
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
Explore Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
Explore Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
On the way to Porto, stop in Obidos, a fortified town home to cobbled streets, picturesque houses and a hilltop castle. Later, enjoy a walking tour of Porto’s highlights including Ponte Dom Luis and the Clerigos Tower. This afternoon, sample local Port wine. Tonight, choose the optional Evening on the Douro for a scenic river cruise and unforgettable dining experience.
Explore the picturesque, medieval streets of this charming town. The main gate, Porta de Vila, contains a beautiful, tiled chapel depicting the passion of Christ.
Explore the picturesque, medieval streets of this charming town. The main gate, Porta de Vila, contains a beautiful, tiled chapel depicting the passion of Christ.
See Porto from the coach and on foot. Learn Porto’s history, architecture, culture, and its UNESCO World Heritage Site historical centre.
See Porto from the coach and on foot. Learn Porto’s history, architecture, culture, and its UNESCO World Heritage Site historical centre.
Try Portugal's most famous drink - Port! It's a sweet, fortified red wine, often served as a dessert wine in dry, semi-dry and white varieties.
Try Portugal's most famous drink - Port! It's a sweet, fortified red wine, often served as a dessert wine in dry, semi-dry and white varieties.
Cruise along the picturesque Douro River and enjoy an unforgettable gastronomical experience at a local restaurant with stunning Douro views!
Cruise along the picturesque Douro River and enjoy an unforgettable gastronomical experience at a local restaurant with stunning Douro views!
Depart Portugal and travel back to Spain. Stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, a fortified Spanish city full of architectural delights, for an orientation tour and free time. After arriving in Salamanca, embark on a locally-guided city tour. This stunning city is home to incredible Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance buildings. Tonight, enjoy three courses of delicious dishes from the Salamanca region.
Embark on an orientation tour of this historic city’s Old Town. Marvel at its well-preserved 12th-century walls and the Romanesque Cathedral de Santa Maria.
Embark on an orientation tour of this historic city’s Old Town. Marvel at its well-preserved 12th-century walls and the Romanesque Cathedral de Santa Maria.
Enjoy a locally-guided city tour. Admire Casa Lis museum, the “old” and “new" cathedrals, historic university, Casa de las Conchas and Plaza Mayor!
Enjoy a locally-guided city tour. Admire Casa Lis museum, the “old” and “new" cathedrals, historic university, Casa de las Conchas and Plaza Mayor!
Enjoy a locally-guided city tour. Admire Casa Lis museum, the “old” and “new" cathedrals, historic university, Casa de las Conchas and Plaza Mayor!
Enjoy a locally-guided city tour. Admire Casa Lis museum, the “old” and “new" cathedrals, historic university, Casa de las Conchas and Plaza Mayor!
This morning, depart Salamanca and travel to the stunning city of Avila, celebrated for its many Romanesque and Gothic churches, and incredibly well preserved medieval walls. Then, continue on to the capital Madrid. The tour concludes this afternoon. Make sure to swap contact details with your newly-made travel friends! Adios!
Explore Avila, a walled UNESCO World Heritage city. Visit its Cathedral and San Vicente de Ávila, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture, during free time.
Explore Avila, a walled UNESCO World Heritage city. Visit its Cathedral and San Vicente de Ávila, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture, during free time.
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over a traditional dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
Enjoy a scenic drive through one of Portugal's most spectacular regions and enjoy some beach time. Marvel at rugged cliffs, golden beaches and crashing waves!
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
See Porto from the coach and on foot. Learn Porto’s history, architecture, culture, and its UNESCO World Heritage Site historical centre.
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Travel on the 2nd leg of the combo tour to experience 9 days in Spain & Portugal
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Enjoy a four-course wine and food pairing experience at a premier Granada gastro bar! Learn about the history of the local cuisine and wine production.
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
Enjoy a live flamenco show along with a three-course Spanish dinner in Seville, the birthplace of flamenco!
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Alcázar of Seville and the Seville Cathedral! Explore these sites in depth with a guided tour.
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
Explore Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
Cruise along the picturesque Douro River and enjoy an unforgettable gastronomical experience at a local restaurant with stunning Douro views!
If you are planning to travel a different year, please select here to view the relevant itinerary:
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Madrid, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
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This tour features optional excursions that must be booked prior to the start of the tour, including the must-see Alhambra Palace! Click here for more information.
Note: As the 22 December 2025 departure date takes place over the festive season, the itinerary will feature special festive experiences! Click here to view.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights. Please click here to visit Skyscanner - a useful tool for comparing prices from the vast majority of airlines.
When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.
If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.
If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.
Yes, and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Passengers and their personal property travel with Expat Explore solely at their own risk. A suitable insurance policy should provide adequate cover for medical expenses arising through illness or accident prior to or during the holiday, and loss of holiday monies through cancellation or curtailment of the holiday or other insurable reasons. Clients should ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for the type of activities in their tour.
For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries. To receive a quote from our preferred travel insurance partner please visit World Nomads*.
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While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we have partnered with Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour.
If you would like to receive the hotel list in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel, please request this by sending an email to info@expatexplore.com with your booking reference.
Expat Explore can provide travellers requiring visas with visa support documents on a request basis. Please note that you are required to pay for your tour in full in order to receive the documents. This is an embassy/consulate requirement by law. Once you have received confirmation that your booking has been paid in full, you can request your visa support documents by emailing info@expatexplore.com - please allow up to 10 working days to receive these documents.
All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.
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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.
This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.