Explore Spain & Portugal in Low Season and enjoy sun, sand and scenery without the crowds and extreme heat of summer!
Low season holidays in Spain and Portugal offer sun, sand and scenery without the crowds and extreme heat of summer! On this 12-day Spain & Portugal tour, soak up sun in Costa del Sol and the Algarve. Wander Lisbon and Porto’s colourful streets. Visit Granada, dance Flamenco in Seville and more!
Hotel in Madrid
Hotel in Madrid
11 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
11 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
11 Breakfasts | 6 Dinners
11 Breakfasts
6 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Madrid | 07:30 AM
Hotel in Madrid | 10:00 AM (after breakfast)
Welcome to your 12-day Spain and Portugal tour! Meet your tour leader and group in Madrid before heading to Toledo, an enchanting UNESCO-listed town with fairytale architecture. Continue to Granada for a tour of this Moorish city and overnight stay. Join the Granada Local Food & Wine Pairing excursion tonight - click here for more information and to book now!
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, visit the Alhambra Palace! As this is one of Spain’s most extraordinary sights, this optional excursion must be pre-booked - click here to book! Then travel to Costa del Sol, viewing the impressive Aqueduct Eagle before reaching charming Nerja. Continue to Malaga, known for its beautiful beaches and architecture. Enjoy an orientation tour and free time before dinner tonight.
Visit Nerja, a charming town, and the buzzing city of Malaga. The Costa del Sol region is renowned for its warm climate and breathtaking beaches!
Visit Nerja, a charming town, and the buzzing city of Malaga. The Costa del Sol region is renowned for its warm climate and breathtaking beaches!
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.
After breakfast, travel to Ronda, a mountaintop city on both sides of the Tajo Gorge. Soak up the spectacular scenery from the famous Puente Nuevo. Later, travel to Seville. Take in the iconic sights of this magical city which is known as the “Pearl of Andalusia” on a locally-guided tour. Later, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
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 many wonders of Seville today! Today’s optional excursion offers the opportunity to visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the breathtaking Seville Alcázar and Seville Cathedral. Alternatively, choose to wander the city at your own pace. Tonight, why not experience Flamenco in its birthplace at an optional Flamenco dinner show? This colourful performance is sure to captivate!
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!
Leave Spain for Portugal's magnificent Algarve region, stopping in two picture-perfect destinations. Visit Tavira for an orientation tour, spotting the Old Bridge and Tavira Castle. Experience a cork factory tour with liquor tasting before continuing to Faro, the Algarve's capital. Explore Faro's pedestrian-friendly old town surrounded by mountain scenery and discover its historic centre including the impressive Cathedral.
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!
Learn about the Algarve’s vast ecosystems and rich biodiversity on a factory tour before enjoying a traditional liquor tasting!
Learn about the Algarve’s vast ecosystems and rich biodiversity on a factory tour before enjoying a traditional liquor tasting!
After breakfast, travel to Portugal’s captivating capital - Lisbon! Discover the many magical sights of this historic city on a driving tour. Drive along the Tagus River and spot iconic landmarks like the Monument to the Discoveries, Jeronimos Monastery and Belem Tower. Enjoy free time before tonight’s dinner. Look forward to a three-course meal of delicious local dishes.
rive 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).
rive 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).
Experience a free day in Lisbon! Choose to explore further afield with the optional trip to Fátima, Portugal’s most celebrated religious pilgrimage site. Encounter the limestone Coin Caves and impressive Sanctuary of Fátima! This afternoon, the half-day trip to Sintra is highly recommended. This fairytale, UNESCO-listed village is Portugal’s capital of Romanticism. Tour the colourful Pena Palace before enjoying dinner.
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.
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.
Leaving Lisbon behind, head to Porto. En route, visit Obidos, a dreamy medieval town home to picture-perfect houses, a striking castle and winding cobblestone streets. Next, stop in Nazaré, a coastal town home to the world’s biggest waves! Arrive in Porto and embark on a guided tour, followed by a Port wine tasting. Enjoy dinner before hotel check-in.
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.
This surfing paradise attracts thrill-seekers from around the world. Depending on the season, the world's biggest waves can be seen at Praia do Norte!
This surfing paradise attracts thrill-seekers from around the world. Depending on the season, the world's biggest waves can be seen at Praia do Norte!
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.
Discover the many wonders of Porto on this free day. Wander around the lively Ribeira area located on the banks of Douro. To soak up Porto’s views, cross the Ponte de Dom Luís I Bridge or climb the Clérigos Tower. This evening, join the optional excursion to experience a live Fado show before enjoying a three-course dinner overlooking 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.
Immerse yourself in Portuguese music, culture and cuisine with a live Fado concert followed by dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the Douro.
Crossing the border back into Spain, visit Ciudad Rodrigo for an orientation tour. Discover the well-preserved 12th-century city walls which surround an Old Town full of fascinating history and striking architecture. Later, head to Salamanca. Uncover myths, legends and spellbinding historical sights on a guided tour of Salamanca’s golden UNESCO city. Tonight, tuck into a delicious three-course 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!
Delight in a three-course, authentic Salamantinian meal at a local restaurant.
Delight in a three-course, authentic Salamantinian meal at a local restaurant.
Leaving Salamanca this morning, head to Avila. At 1,130 m above sea level, Avila is known for its countryside views, medieval city walls and Romanesque and Gothic churches. Arrive back in Madrid this afternoon and experience the buzz and allure of Spain’s capital on a locally guided tour. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with the group.
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.
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!
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!
Say farewell to Spain and Portugal with one last dinner with the group in Madrid. Reminisce about the last 12 days over your last Spanish meal.
Say farewell to Spain and Portugal with one last dinner with the group in Madrid. Reminisce about the last 12 days over your last Spanish meal.
After 12 days of stunning top sights and hidden gems, this Spain & Portugal winter tour comes to an end after breakfast this morning. Be sure to swap contact details with your newfound travel buddies before travelling home. Expat Explore wishes you a safe journey onward and can’t wait to have you on the road with us again soon!
Explore the Alhambra, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes a palace, fortress and beautiful gardens.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Seville.
This surfing paradise attracts thrill-seekers from around the world. Depending on the season, the world's biggest waves can be seen at Praia do Norte!
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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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.
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!
Explore Fátima, the most famous religious pilgrimage site in Portugal! Tour the Coin Caves, the Sanctuary of Fátima and more.
Take a half-day trip to Sintra, a gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage village! This optional excursion includes entrance to Pena Palace and lunch.
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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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).
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.
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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.
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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.