Spain (Spain & Portugal Holiday + Barcelona)

Day 1

BARCELONA

Welcome to Barcelona. Arrival at Barcelona airport. You will be transferred to your First Class hotel. It is suggested that you take advantage of the free time to get to know one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities.In the evening, it is suggested to dine at the Pueblo Español, featuring architectural replicas from all of Spain’s regions.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 2 (B)

BARCELONA

After breakfast this morning enjoy an escorted tour of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. See the ancient Gothic Quarter with its magnificent cathedral. Stop to admire the exterior of Gaudi’s masterwork, the Basilica of the Sacred Family (Sagrada Familia). Continue to Montjuich Hill (site of the Olympic Stadium), to enjoy a spectacular view of Barcelona and its port area. Free time for lunch, perhaps in the Olympic Port area. Afternoon free.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 3 (B)

BARCELONA – MADRID

Today after breakfast you will departure into old Aragon and into the proud city of Zaragoza. Pause downtown in a main plaza where you will have free time to visit the impressive Basilica of El Pilar and have lunch on your own. Continue on to Madrid.In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious “tapas”. Return to your hotel at your own convenience. 

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 4 (B)

MADRID – SEGOVIA – AVILA – SALAMANCA

After breakfast you will departure into old Castile and the magnificent medieval city of Segovia, with its 2000 year old Roman aqueduct and impressive Alcazar Castle. Pause in Avila to admire the perfectly preserved 11th century city walls before continuing to the charming old university city of Salamanca. Afternoon city tour. Tonight a walk through the beautiful main plaza, always lively with activity, is recommended.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 5 (B)

SALAMANCA – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

After breakfast you will departure toward the North of Spain, entering in Galicia. Arrival to the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela. In the afternoon guided tour of the old city of Santiago de Compostela and its beautiful Cathedral Tonight we can have in the Hotel a nice dinner.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 6 (B)

SANTIGO – VIGO – VIANA DO CASTELO – PORTO

After breakfast departure to Vigo and Rias Baixas to continue our journey to Portugal. Visit the town of Viana do Castelo, in the mouth of the Lima River with its historic center and castle. Continue to Porto, capital of northern Portugal in the Douro region.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 7 (B)

PORTO

After breakfast this morning, you will enjoy city visiting one local winery. Afternoon free.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 8 (B)

PORTO – AVEIRO – FATIMA – LISBON

After breakfast ,  departure to Aveiro, the “city of canals” and known as the Venice of Portugal. Continue to Fatima oneof the pilgrimage centers of Christianity. Free time to visit the basilica and lunch Continue to Lisbon. Tonight enjoy an optional opportunity to listen to the hauntingly beautiful Fado music while enjoying a delicious dinner.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 9 (B)

LISBON

After breakfast you will enjoy in morning tour of this ancient and lovely city overlooking the Tagus River. Admire its splendid avenues and monuments like the Tower of Belem and the Jeronimos Monastery. Afternoon free, with a strong recommendation to visit the charming villages of Sintra and Cascais.

Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 10 (B)

LISBON – MERIDA –  MADRID

Today after breakfast you Departure toward the Spanish border, and pause in Merida to admire the impressive Roman Amphitheatre archeological site. Continue to Madrid for late afternoon arrival.

Day 11 (B)

MADRID

Today after breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Airport to board the flight to India with wonderful memories of your Spain Trip.