The ultimate tour of the Iberian Peninsula! Explore must-visit destinations in Spain & Portugal, including Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Porto and Lisbon.
Feel the rhythm of Spain and Portugal on the Iberian Route! Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites in Salamanca, Toledo, and Segovia. Discover the beauty of Granada, Zaragoza, Lisbon, and Porto. Enjoy tastings at tapas bars, seafood tavernas, and port wine cellars. Soak up the sun and savour laid-back European lifestyles!
Hotel in Madrid
Hotel in Madrid
14 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
14 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
14 Breakfasts | 7 Dinners
14 Breakfasts
7 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)
Welcome to Madrid and the start of this exciting 15-day tour of Spain and Portugal! Arrive at the hotel this morning and meet your tour leader. The tour kicks off with a locally-guided tour of Madrid. Marvel at the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Mercado de San Miguel. This evening, enjoy a delicious Spanish welcome dinner.
Explore Spain’s vibrant capital city with an expert local guide. 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!
Explore Spain’s vibrant capital city with an expert local guide. 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!
Look forward to your first taste of Spain and celebrate the first night of the tour with a welcome dinner! Meet the rest of the tour group who you will be travelling with for the next two weeks and enjoy some delicious Spanish cuisine.
Look forward to your first taste of Spain and celebrate the first night of the tour with a welcome dinner! Meet the rest of the tour group who you will be travelling with for the next two weeks and enjoy some delicious Spanish cuisine.
Depart Madrid this morning and travel to Spain’s northern coast. Along the way, stop off in Segovia, a picturesque city with a UNESCO-listed old town. Arrive in San Sebastian, a charming city with a beautiful beach and vibrant nightlife, in the late afternoon. San Sebastian is renowned for its culinary scene. Why not find a local spot for dinner?
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s highlights! Discover the ancient Roman aqueduct, the Alcazar (royal palace) and Segovia Cathedral.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s highlights! Discover the ancient Roman aqueduct, the Alcazar (royal palace) and Segovia Cathedral.
Relax on the beach and then get to know the locals as you hit the bars for traditional pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!
Relax on the beach and then get to know the locals as you hit the bars for traditional pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!
Visit Pamplona this morning. Famous for “the running of the bulls”, Pamplona’s top sights include its medieval city centre, city walls and citadel. After, travel to Zaragoza. Enjoy a local wine tasting before embarking on a locally-guided walking tour. Zaragoza’s diverse history can be seen in the architecture of the Basílica del Pilar, Aljafería Islamic palace, and Roman theatre.
Admire the Baroque facade of the town hall in Plaza Consistorial, the Gothic church of San Saturnino and the 13th-century Cámara de Comptos.
Admire the Baroque facade of the town hall in Plaza Consistorial, the Gothic church of San Saturnino and the 13th-century Cámara de Comptos.
Drive through gorgeous wine growing regions en route to Zaragoza before tasting local Spanish wines upon arrival. Grape varieties include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Albariño and Macabeo.
Drive through gorgeous wine growing regions en route to Zaragoza before tasting local Spanish wines upon arrival. Grape varieties include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Albariño and Macabeo.
Experience the legacy of this city’s diverse cultures. The city centre is compact and easy to walk around; perfect for an evening stroll.
Experience the legacy of this city’s diverse cultures. The city centre is compact and easy to walk around; perfect for an evening stroll.
Hit the road to Barcelona! On the way, visit an olive oil press. Then, explore the enchanting medieval hilltop town of Alquezar which boasts a magnificent backdrop against the Pyrenees mountains. Arrive in Barcelona in the late afternoon. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia on a driving tour. Check into the hotel and enjoy a group dinner tonight.
Experience a traditional, family-run olive oil press. Discover how olive oil, one of Spain’s most prized exports, is made and enjoy a guided tasting.
Experience a traditional, family-run olive oil press. Discover how olive oil, one of Spain’s most prized exports, is made and enjoy a guided tasting.
Enjoy an orientation tour of this hilltop town before enjoying free time to explore its medieval streets, panoramic viewpoints, and Moorish architecture.
Enjoy an orientation tour of this hilltop town before enjoying free time to explore its medieval streets, panoramic viewpoints, and Moorish architecture.
In this city renowned for its unique architecture, see incredible sights such as the fantastical Sagrada Família, and more of Antoni Gaudí’s spectacular modernist landmarks.
In this city renowned for its unique architecture, see incredible sights such as the fantastical Sagrada Família, and more of Antoni Gaudí’s spectacular modernist landmarks.
Today is free to explore Barcelona! A fantastic way to see the city is on the Highlights of Barcelona optional excursion. Explore Palau Güell, La Boqueria market, the Gothic Quarter and, of course, the magnificent Sagrada Família! Why not join the optional Flamenco show and dinner excursion tonight for a vibrant Spanish music and dance experience?
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
Leaving Barcelona behind, travel along the south coast towards Valencia. Stop for lunch in picturesque Peniscola. Arrive in Valencia and enjoy a guided tour. Discover Valencia’s uniqueness in how it retains its historic charm despite a distinct space-age feel. Look forward to tasting paella tonight - one of the dishes Valencia is famous for!
Stop in picturesque Peniscola, a fortified seaport with a 14th-century castle once home to Pope Benedict XIII. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploration.
Stop in picturesque Peniscola, a fortified seaport with a 14th-century castle once home to Pope Benedict XIII. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploration.
Experience Valencia’s bold architecture (both contemporary and art nouveau). See the City of Arts and Sciences complex, Colón Market, Turia Gardens and the Cathedral.
Experience Valencia’s bold architecture (both contemporary and art nouveau). See the City of Arts and Sciences complex, Colón Market, Turia Gardens and the Cathedral.
Enjoy a fabulous dinner, featuring paella in the city where this classic dish is so revered.
Enjoy a fabulous dinner, featuring paella in the city where this classic dish is so revered.
Today, journey through the historic La Mancha region, made famous by the legend of Don Quixote. Next up, explore Castillo de Belmonte. Located on the hill of San Cristobal, tour the medieval castle and discover grandly furnished rooms and dungeons. Arrive in Madrid this afternoon. Enjoy an included dinner and meet new travellers who will join the group.
Discover this beautifully restored, medieval castle which was built in the 15th century on the hill of San Cristobal.
Discover this beautifully restored, medieval castle which was built in the 15th century on the hill of San Cristobal.
This morning, head to Toledo, an ancient, UNESCO-listed city. Fall in love with this charming medieval town before continuing south to Granada. Discover the city’s Moorish history on an orientation tour. Tonight, taste local cuisine on the Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing. This unmissable culinary experience must be booked prior to the start of the tour - click here to book!
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.
This morning, join our optional excursion to the awe-inspiring Alhambra Palace. As Granada’s most iconic sight, the excursion must be pre-booked - click here for more information. This afternoon, travel to Ronda and admire spectacular views from Puente Nuevo. Later, arrive in the enchanting city of Seville. Enjoy a driving tour, free time and dinner before checking into the hotel.
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.
Start the day with a locally guided walking tour and soak up the culture, sights and sounds of Seville! Later, explore this beautiful city at your own pace. Seville is famous for its flamenco dance, tapas bars and orange trees. Tonight, opt-in to join the Flamenco dinner show excursion for vibrant Spanish culture and flavours!
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!
Cross the border and travel to Portugal! Visit the Algarve, the stunning southern coastal region of Portugal. Make a comfort stop at one of the region’s beautiful beaches and enjoy impressive views, golden sand, and azure blue waters. Arrive in Lisbon and set out on an orientation tour of Portugal’s colourful capital city.
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 a free day to explore Lisbon at your leisure. Join an optional excursion to Fátima - Portugal’s most famous pilgrimage site. Or, visit colourful Sintra for a tour and lunch; this charming UNESCO World Heritage Site village is known for its strikingly colourful monuments and was once the summer retreat for Portugal’s royal families!
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.
Today’s first stop is the picturesque, fortified town of Obidos. Later, arrive in Porto - Portugal’s second largest city. See top sights including Ponte de' Luis and the Clerigos Tower on a driving and walking tour. Enjoy a Port wine tasting this afternoon. Tonight, join the Evening on the Douro optional cruise along the Douro River followed by a delicious dinner.
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!
Wave goodbye to Portugal and travel back to Spain. Stop in Ciudad Rodrigo. Inhabited since the Neolithic period, this city is famous for its 12th-century city walls. Arrive in Salamanca later and embark on a locally-guided tour of this golden-hued university city. End the tour with some free time in the Plaza Mayor. Enjoy an included, three-course Salmantinian farewell dinner.
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!
It’s the last night of the tour! Enjoy a three-course, authentic Salamanca meal at the farewell dinner.
It’s the last night of the tour! Enjoy a three-course, authentic Salamanca meal at the farewell dinner.
Depart Salamanca this morning and travel to Avila to enjoy free time. Nestled amongst rolling hills in Spain’s countryside, Avila is notable for its many Romanesque and Gothic churches as well as its exceptionally well-preserved medieval walls. Finally, continue on to Madrid, where this incredible 15-day tour of Spain and Portugal concludes.
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.
Relax on the beach and then get to know the locals as you hit the bars for traditional pintxo, northern Spain's version of tapas!
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
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).
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.
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 tour is available in multiple options – choose your preferred option using the buttons below:
Combine both single legs into the full-length, 15-day combo tour to experience the best of Spain & Portugal
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Enjoy a vibrant Flamenco performance along with a buffet dinner serving up Spanish delights and unlimited drinks!
See Barcelona’s iconic highlights including the Sagrada Família and Palau Güell! Visit the famous La Boqueria market and the historic Barrio Gótico.
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.
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!
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).
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.
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.
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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.