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Spain & Portugal Christmas
Countries: 2 Days: 9 Per Day: US$ 149
Start Point:Madrid
End Point:Madrid
Transport:Private coach
Accommodation:Hotel
Ages:10 - 75+
WasUS$ 1,800
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Summary
Experience Portugal and Spain in a unique light as you travel over Christmas! Celebrate a Spanish Christmas in Seville, one of Spain’s most charming towns. Explore the colourful towns of Toledo, Granada, Salamanca, Avila and Ronda. Walk the streets of the capitals, Madrid and Lisbon. Taste delicious tapas in Spain, fresh pastéis de nata in Lisbon and real Port in Porto. Spending the festive season on the Iberian route feels surreal as you celebrate with blue skies and warm winter sun. This is a truly eclectic and electric travel experience!
Highlights
- Visit the medieval town of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore Ronda, famous for its ‘Puente Nuevo’ (New Bridge)
- Free days in Seville and Lisbon
- Taste the fortified wine Port in Porto
- Experience the Old Town of Salamanca
- Celebrate Christmas Day in Seville!
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Start Point
Hotel in Madrid | 10:00 AMEnd Point
Hotel in Madrid | 02:30 PM
DAY 1: Start of tour in Madrid
Welcome to Madrid and the start of your Spain and Portugal Christmas tour! Arrive this morning and meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel. Once the group is gathered, it’s time to explore Madrid in all its festive glory with a local guide! This evening, sit down for an included welcome dinner. Enjoy your first taste of Spain and get to know your fellow explorers! Today marks the official start of Christmas celebrations in Spain. Today is the day that the Spanish Christmas Lottery, ‘El Gordo’ or the ‘Fat One’, takes place. It’s the biggest lottery draw in the world!
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: Toledo - Granada
Travel south to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Toledo. Known to be Spain's spiritual capital, the Gothic architecture and beautiful cathedral will leave you speechless! Next, drive on to the Moorish city of Granada. Here, enjoy an orientation tour of the city with your tour leader. See the most famous sites and learn more about its Moorish influences, including a view across the valley of the iconic Alhambra citadel. The historic palace and fortress is magnificent to behold and the site dates back to the 8th century! Enjoy free time this evening.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Granada - Ronda - Seville (Christmas Eve)
This morning offers the incredible opportunity to visit the majestic Alhambra Palace & Gardens. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Granada’s top attractions. Later, travel through Andalusia which is famous for Flamenco, matadors and bullfighting - quintessential Spanish experiences! First, stop in Ronda, one of the oldest cities in Spain! Take in views of the famous ‘Puente Nuevo’ bridge and the stunning scenery of the surrounding countryside. Then, head to Seville - the city of siestas, tapas and some of Europe's most amazing fiestas. End the day by exploring the old town accompanied by an expert local guide. This evening, look forward to an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
DAY 4: Seville (Christmas Day): Free Day
Merry Christmas or “Feliz Navidad”! Enjoy a free day to explore Seville in all its festive glory. Wander the streets and admire the stunning historical architecture throughout the city. If a full day of memorable experiences is what you seek, join today’s optional excursion! Start with a visit to the Gothic-Mudejar Casa de Pilatos. Then, enjoy a three-course lunch featuring local flavours before exploring Las Setas, an architectural complex which offers a range of immersive experiences. Please note, due to popularity, this excursion must be booked prior to the start of the tour. This evening, soak up the infectious festive ambience with an optional traditional Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Algarve - Lisbon
It’s Boxing Day! Cross the border into Portugal and head for Lisbon, the vibrant capital city! En route, admire the incredible landscapes of southern Portugal. Enjoy a stop along the Algarve, Portugal’s picturesque southern coastal region, with some free time to grab lunch, explore the local town or relax on the beach. On arrival in Lisbon, join your tour leader on a driving tour of the city. See the Tagus River and some of the most famous attractions in the city, such as the Belém Tower and the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument! Take note of spots to revisit or explore further tomorrow on your free day.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
DAY 6: Lisbon: Free Day
Discover Lisbon at your leisure today! Highlights include the Monument to the Discoveries, Belém Tower and the hilltop district of Bairro Alto. The streets are colourful and lined with dozens of restaurants and bars! Listen out for Fado music streaming from open windows - the region’s most beloved music is known for its lyrics of longing. And, if you want to do some Christmas souvenir shopping for your friends and family back home, head to A Vida Portuguesa. Definitely try some Pasteis de nata, delicious Portuguese egg tarts, as you go. Alternatively, consider the optional day trip to Sintra, the town of mountains, palaces, parks and medieval residences, or a visit to the Fatima Sanctuary and Coin Caves.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: Obidos - Porto
On the way to Porto this morning, stop off in Obidos, a classic fortified town with narrow cobbled streets, picturesque houses and an imposing hilltop castle. Then, continue onwards to Portugal's second-biggest city, Porto. Arrive and embark on a driving and walking tour with an expert local guide to see top sights including the Cathedral, Sao Bento train station, Clerigos Tower, the Luis I bridge and much more. Later this afternoon, sit down for a quintessential Portuguese experience! Enjoy a tasting of authentic Port wine and sample one of the country's most famous exports. Felicidades! This evening, immerse yourself in Portuguese culture, cuisine and music with an optional live Fado show and delicious dinner at a restaurant along the Douro!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: Ciudad Rodrigo - Salamanca
This morning, travel back to Spain. Crossing the border, stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, a 12th-century fortified cathedral city which boasts a variety of architectural and artistic marvels. Enjoy an orientation tour before taking some free time to grab lunch. This afternoon, arrive in Salamanca. After some time to freshen up at the hotel, join your tour leader on an orientation tour of Spain’s Golden City. Enjoy some free time to explore the historic city centre before meeting up again later for a farewell dinner on the last night of the tour. Look forward to three courses of delicious food from around the province of Salamanca!
Meals: BreakfastDinner
DAY 9: Avila - Madrid
It’s the last day of this unforgettable Spain & Portugal Christmas holiday! The final stretch of the tour travels from Salamanca to Avila and then to Madrid. The ancient town of Avila is well-known for its century-old city walls which have been remarkably well-preserved. It's also home to some spectacular Romanesque churches, monasteries and palaces. After admiring this medieval city’s architecture, continue to Madrid where the tour concludes this afternoon. Arrive in Madrid and say farewell to the group as the tour officially comes to an end. Be sure to swap contact details and memories with your newly-made travel friends before saying goodbye!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 1: Start of tour in Madrid
Welcome to Madrid and the start of your Spain and Portugal Christmas tour! Arrive this morning and meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel. Once the group is gathered, it’s time to explore Madrid in all its festive glory with a local guide! This evening, sit down for an included welcome dinner. Enjoy your first taste of Spain and get to know your fellow explorers! Today marks the official start of Christmas celebrations in Spain. Today is the day that the Spanish Christmas Lottery, ‘El Gordo’ or the ‘Fat One’, takes place. It’s the biggest lottery draw in the world!
Experiences
Orientation tour of Madrid: Explore Spain’s vibrant capital city with your tour leader. 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!
Traditional dinner in Madrid: Get a taste of Spanish cuisine and get to know your fellow travellers and tour leader over dinner at a local Madrid restaurant.
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel
DAY 2: Toledo - Granada
Travel south to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Toledo. Known to be Spain's spiritual capital, the Gothic architecture and beautiful cathedral will leave you speechless! Next, drive on to the Moorish city of Granada. Here, enjoy an orientation tour of the city with your tour leader. See the most famous sites and learn more about its Moorish influences, including a view across the valley of the iconic Alhambra citadel. The historic palace and fortress is magnificent to behold and the site dates back to the 8th century! Enjoy free time this evening.
Experiences
Visit Toledo: Experience the Gothic architecture found throughout this UNESCO World Heritage Site city. The history of this region goes all the way back to the Bronze Age!
Orientation tour of Granada: Learn more about the Moorish influence in southern Spain. Granada is often called the "Damascus of the West." First an Iberian settlement, it came under the influence of the Moors in the 8th century. The neighbourhood of Albaicin offers original narrow winding streets and many fine examples of Moorish and Morisco architecture. Granada is also home to the famous Alhambra.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Granada Local Food & Wine Evening
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.
DAY 3: Granada - Ronda - Seville (Christmas Eve)
This morning offers the incredible opportunity to visit the majestic Alhambra Palace & Gardens. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Granada’s top attractions. Later, travel through Andalusia which is famous for Flamenco, matadors and bullfighting - quintessential Spanish experiences! First, stop in Ronda, one of the oldest cities in Spain! Take in views of the famous ‘Puente Nuevo’ bridge and the stunning scenery of the surrounding countryside. Then, head to Seville - the city of siestas, tapas and some of Europe's most amazing fiestas. End the day by exploring the old town accompanied by an expert local guide. This evening, look forward to an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Experiences
Visit Ronda: Stop over in Ronda and see the towering ‘Puente Nuevo’ (New Bridge). Found on top of the El Tajo gorge, Ronda is a unique little town. Here, catch a glimpse of some truly breathtaking views!
Driving tour of Seville: 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.
Dinner in Seville: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Seville.
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Alhambra Palace & Gardens
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
DAY 4: Seville (Christmas Day): Free Day
Merry Christmas or “Feliz Navidad”! Enjoy a free day to explore Seville in all its festive glory. Wander the streets and admire the stunning historical architecture throughout the city. If a full day of memorable experiences is what you seek, join today’s optional excursion! Start with a visit to the Gothic-Mudejar Casa de Pilatos. Then, enjoy a three-course lunch featuring local flavours before exploring Las Setas, an architectural complex which offers a range of immersive experiences. Please note, due to popularity, this excursion must be booked prior to the start of the tour. This evening, soak up the infectious festive ambience with an optional traditional Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner!
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Christmas in Seville: Heritage & Modernity
Experience Seville’s historic and modern wonders on Christmas Day! Visit Casa de Pilatos, enjoy a festive lunch and discover the wonders of Las Setas.
Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner
Enjoy a live flamenco show along with a four-course Spanish dinner in Seville, the birthplace of flamenco!
DAY 5: Algarve - Lisbon
It’s Boxing Day! Cross the border into Portugal and head for Lisbon, the vibrant capital city! En route, admire the incredible landscapes of southern Portugal. Enjoy a stop along the Algarve, Portugal’s picturesque southern coastal region, with some free time to grab lunch, explore the local town or relax on the beach. On arrival in Lisbon, join your tour leader on a driving tour of the city. See the Tagus River and some of the most famous attractions in the city, such as the Belém Tower and the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument! Take note of spots to revisit or explore further tomorrow on your free day.
Experiences
Visit the Algarve: Enjoy a scenic drive through the Algarve. This is definitely one of Portugal's most spectacular regions - complete with rugged cliffs, golden beaches and crashing waves! Spend some time on one of the stunning Algarve beaches, enjoy lunch here or explore the local town.
Lisbon driving tour: Drive alongside the Tagus River and along some of Lisbon's most famous streets and learn about the history, culture and Portuguese lifestyle. Sights like the Sao Jorge Castle and the colours of the Old Town are not to be missed. There are seven miradouros (viewpoints) dotted around the city - all offering glorious views of the city and its surrounds!
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Accommodation
Hotel
DAY 6: Lisbon: Free Day
Discover Lisbon at your leisure today! Highlights include the Monument to the Discoveries, Belém Tower and the hilltop district of Bairro Alto. The streets are colourful and lined with dozens of restaurants and bars! Listen out for Fado music streaming from open windows - the region’s most beloved music is known for its lyrics of longing. And, if you want to do some Christmas souvenir shopping for your friends and family back home, head to A Vida Portuguesa. Definitely try some Pasteis de nata, delicious Portuguese egg tarts, as you go. Alternatively, consider the optional day trip to Sintra, the town of mountains, palaces, parks and medieval residences, or a visit to the Fatima Sanctuary and Coin Caves.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Colours of Sintra: Pena Palace with Lunch
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves
Explore the Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
DAY 7: Obidos - Porto
On the way to Porto this morning, stop off in Obidos, a classic fortified town with narrow cobbled streets, picturesque houses and an imposing hilltop castle. Then, continue onwards to Portugal's second-biggest city, Porto. Arrive and embark on a driving and walking tour with an expert local guide to see top sights including the Cathedral, Sao Bento train station, Clerigos Tower, the Luis I bridge and much more. Later this afternoon, sit down for a quintessential Portuguese experience! Enjoy a tasting of authentic Port wine and sample one of the country's most famous exports. Felicidades! This evening, immerse yourself in Portuguese culture, cuisine and music with an optional live Fado show and delicious dinner at a restaurant along the Douro!
Experiences
Visit Obidos: Enjoy some free time to explore the picturesque medieval streets of this charming town. The main gate into Obidos, Porta de Vila, contains a beautiful tiled chapel depicting the passion of Christ, and the walls of the town can be walked in around one hour.
Porto driving and walking tour: See picturesque Porto from the coach and on foot. Learn about the history of the architecture, sights and the culture of this city and its UNESCO World Heritage Site historical centre.
Port tasting: 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.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Fado & Feast on the Douro
Immerse yourself in Portuguese music, culture and cuisine with a live Fado concert followed by dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the Douro.
DAY 8: Ciudad Rodrigo - Salamanca
This morning, travel back to Spain. Crossing the border, stop in Ciudad Rodrigo, a 12th-century fortified cathedral city which boasts a variety of architectural and artistic marvels. Enjoy an orientation tour before taking some free time to grab lunch. This afternoon, arrive in Salamanca. After some time to freshen up at the hotel, join your tour leader on an orientation tour of Spain’s Golden City. Enjoy some free time to explore the historic city centre before meeting up again later for a farewell dinner on the last night of the tour. Look forward to three courses of delicious food from around the province of Salamanca!
Experiences
Visit Ciudad Rodrigo: Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Spanish city near the Portugal border. Explore the many architectural hidden gems located within the Old Town which is protected by well-preserved 12th-century walls. The Romanesque Cathedral de Santa Maria is the city’s most important landmark while the Plaza Mayor reveals a number of striking buildings.
Dinner in Salamanca: Celebrate a fantastic Christmas tour with your fellow travellers! Have free time to explore Salamanca before we end the day with traditional food from the province of Salamanca at the included dinner this evening.
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Accommodation
Hotel
DAY 9: Avila - Madrid
It’s the last day of this unforgettable Spain & Portugal Christmas holiday! The final stretch of the tour travels from Salamanca to Avila and then to Madrid. The ancient town of Avila is well-known for its century-old city walls which have been remarkably well-preserved. It's also home to some spectacular Romanesque churches, monasteries and palaces. After admiring this medieval city’s architecture, continue to Madrid where the tour concludes this afternoon. Arrive in Madrid and say farewell to the group as the tour officially comes to an end. Be sure to swap contact details and memories with your newly-made travel friends before saying goodbye!
Experiences
Visit Avila: Visit this beautiful medieval city en route to Madrid. This walled city and its Cathedral are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy some free time to explore the main sights in the historic centre, such as San Vicente de Ávila, a church that is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the whole of Spain.
Meals
Breakfast
What's Included
Accommodation
- 8 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Meals
- 8 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Tour Leader
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
16 Experiences!
- Explore Madrid; Spain’s capital city
- Welcome dinner in Madrid
- Visit the ancient city of Toledo
- Discover the delights of Granada
- Visit Ronda; home to the famous Puente Nuevo
- See Seville on a driving tour
- Enjoy a local dinner in Seville
- Visit the Algarve; Portugal's stunning southern coast
- Enjoy a driving tour of Lisbon
- Visit Obidos; a medieval fortified town
- Enjoy a driving and walking tour of Porto
- Taste Portugal’s most famous drink - Port!
- Visit Ciudad Rodrigo, a 12th-century fortified town
- Explore Salamanca at your leisure
- Traditional dinner in Salamanca
- Visit Avila; home to incredible Romanesque architecture
Accommodation
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.
Madrid
Sercotel Madrid
Sercotel Madrid
Hotel Elba Madrid
Hotel Elba MadridGranada
Abades Nevada Palace
Abades Nevada PalaceSeville
Hotel Virgen De Los Reyes
Hotel Virgen De Los ReyesLisbon
VIP Executive Art’s Hotel
VIP Executive Art’s HotelPorto
Park Hotel Porto Gaia
Park Hotel Porto GaiaSalamanca
Zenit Hall 88 Studios
Zenit Hall 88 StudiosPhotos of the tour
Optional Excursions
Unless marked as “Pre-Book”, all optional excursions can be booked on tour and paid for in cash (in the stated currency) to your tour leader. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Granada Local Food & Wine Evening
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.
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Granada Local Food & Wine Evening
Enjoy an evening of great food, wine, history and fun! Sit down for a gastronomy experience at one of Granada’s premier modern gastro bars. Look forward to a delicious four-course wine and food pairing while learning more about the history of local cuisine and wine production with a passionate English-speaking food guide! The menu includes white wine from the Granada province and three wines produced in other Spanish wine regions. Traditional tapas dishes and local Granada cheeses have been carefully paired with each wine variety.
Please Note: This excursion must be booked at least 15 days prior to your tour. This excursion is subject to availability and is non-refundable. Click here to watch a video of this experience and find out how to pre-book.
Alhambra Palace & Gardens
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
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Alhambra Palace & Gardens
The Alhambra is the crown jewel of the Emirate of Granada. This palace and fortress of the Moorish monarchs of Granada is the oldest Muslim palace in the world and Spain’s most popular monument. Visit and explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes a fabulous complex and many landscaped gardens. Highlights include the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife and the Palace of Charles V.
Please Note: This excursion must be booked at least 60 days prior to your tour. This is due to the high demand for tickets. This excursion is subject to availability and is non-refundable. Click here to watch a video of this experience and find out how to pre-book.
Christmas in Seville: Heritage & Modernity
Experience Seville’s historic and modern wonders on Christmas Day! Visit Casa de Pilatos, enjoy a festive lunch and discover the wonders of Las Setas.
More Info
Christmas in Seville: Heritage & Modernity
Enjoy a Christmas Day full of memorable experiences in Seville! Begin with a visit to Casa de Pilatos, a stunning palace built between the 15th and 16th centuries. Admire this spectacular example of Gothic-Mudejar architecture which Seville is renowned for. Then, sit down for a delicious, three-course Christmas lunch at a local restaurant in the heart of the city! After, head to Las Setas, a spellbinding modern architectural complex which offers innovative cultural experiences. Here, enjoy an audio guide, watch a multisensory film, take a walk on the world’s largest wooden structure and admire the sweeping city views along with a light show! This immersive experience is unlike anything else in the city, ensuring that this Christmas Day is one to remember.
Please Note: This excursion must be booked at least 15 days prior to your tour. This excursion is subject to availability and is non-refundable. You will be asked to select your main course for lunch upon booking.
Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner
Enjoy a live flamenco show along with a four-course Spanish dinner in Seville, the birthplace of flamenco!
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Seville Flamenco Show & Dinner
Seville is the birthplace of flamenco and this evening there is the option to experience a unique flamenco and dinner show. Enjoy a four-course authentic Spanish dinner together with a live show from different styles and clubs of flamenco like bulerías, soleas, joys, fandangos and sevillanas.
Colours of Sintra: Pena Palace with Lunch
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
More Info
Colours of Sintra: Pena Palace with Lunch
Discover Sintra, a charming UNESCO World Heritage village in Portugal. Sintra is Portugal’s capital of Romanticism which is displayed beautifully in its striking monuments. This optional excursion includes entrance to the Pena Palace, a spectacular Romanticist castle in the Sintra Mountains, followed by a delicious lunch. Transportation and the services of an expert local guide are also included.
Please Note: A minimum number of travellers is required for this optional excursion to go ahead.
Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves
Explore the Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
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Fátima Sanctuary & Coin Caves
Travel to the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! The town of Fátima is said to be the site where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children during WWI. First, explore the beautiful limestone Coin Caves with a local guide and enjoy a glass of exclusive Aba Fadinho da Moeda liquor. Next, travel to the Sanctuary of Fátima. Here, you’ll visit the Chapel of the Apparitions where you can join the Rosary Prayer, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fátima and the Basilica of the Holy Trinity. Your Tour Leader will provide a brief orientation before you are free to wander through the sanctuary as you wish. Return coach transport from Lisbon is included in today’s excursion.
Fado & Feast on the Douro
Immerse yourself in Portuguese music, culture and cuisine with a live Fado concert followed by dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the Douro.
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Fado & Feast on the Douro
Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Portuguese music, culture and cuisine with a live Fado concert followed by a local dinner. Fado is an incredibly expressive and melancholic style of singing. Be captivated by Fado performers who will take you on a journey through song, storytelling, and history. After, sit down for a delicious three-course dinner featuring regional dishes at a gorgeous restaurant overlooking the Douro. This is sure to be an evening in Porto to remember!
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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.
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Kubashny Verified Buyer 2024-01-10
What an amazing tour
I will definitely do this again, love expat tours, this is my fourth time. Definitely doing more with you guys.
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Dawn Verified Buyer 2024-01-09
Seamless Travel Experience
My tour guide was extremely well-informed of the culture, history and monuments. As well as the tour itself. Any question I asked he knew the answer to.
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Nik Verified Buyer 2024-01-04
First tour-- Many more to come!!!!!
This tour was amazing, I loved how everything was planned and organized. The tour leader Emiliano Rivadineira was simply superb. Because of his fun and energetic nature, we enjoyed the tour even more. In addition to his professional competence, his warm and friendly personality made the tour a delightful and memorable experience for all of us. His genuine concern for the well-being of each participant did not go unnoticed and contributed significantly to the overall positive atmosphere.
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Sumy Verified Buyer 2023-12-29
Amazing experience
Great time, well organized, excellent guide
Trip was packed with great details
This was my second time with expat and looking forward for more trips
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Boiler Verified Buyer 2023-12-28
Great beyond the history books tour
Great leader, nice group of travel partners, good hotels and food, comfortable pace, very good experience/price ratio.
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