from $1,949*
Departures from Mar. 24, – Dec. 14, 2020
Escorted Tour: 13 Days/ 12 Nights
Spain and Portugal–two countries rich in history with distinct cultures. Visit Toledo, the Alhambra complex, St. Theresa’s convent. Enjoy a wine tasting in Montilla. See Lisbon with its Belem Tower, and Oporto’s cathedral!
Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Montilla, Cordoba, Seville, Evora, Lisbon, Fatima, Coimbra, Porto, Salamanca, Avila, Segovia
ITINERARY:
Day 1 Arrive in Madrid, Spain
Welcome to Madrid! Check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to start exploring Madrid. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner.
(Dinner)
Day 2 Madrid–Toledo–Granada
Drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital attracts more visitors from around the world than any other Spanish town. Visit the walled Old Town with a Local Guide and marvel at the 12th-century CHURCH OF ST. TOME, known for its large painting by El Greco of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Later, cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves that dot the rolling Andalusian hills. Overnight in history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 3 Granada–Montilla–Cordoba
Granada was the Arabs’ most treasured city, and they still mourn its loss in their prayers. With a Local Guide, visit the ALHAMBRA COMPLEX*, built by Moorish kings. More grand scenery as you reach Montilla to visit a local WINE CELLAR and taste some of its wine. Then, continue to Cordoba on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.
(Breakfast)
Day 4 Cordoba–Seville
With a Local Guide visit the magnificent MEZQUITA, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. On to vibrant, festive Seville.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5 Seville
Get to know Seville on the included city tour. Capital of Andalusia and the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, colorful Seville has much to offer: the cathedral, the third-largest church in the world after St. Peter’s in Rome and St. Paul’s in London; the beautiful La Giralda minaret tower, a symbol of Seville; the Real Alcázar palace with its extravagant moorish architecture and opulent gardens. Fun fact: the “Palace of the Kingdom of Naboo”, from Star Wars, and the “Palace of the Kingdom of Dorne”, from Game of Thrones, were filmed in Plaza de España and the Royal Alcazar of Seville.
(Breakfast)
Day 6 Seville–Evora, Portugal — Lisbon
Enjoy the scenery of the Sierra de Aracena before crossing into Portugal and the fertile plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop to visit Evora, a delightfully attractive Moorish city with arches, alleys, flower-decked balconies, brilliant white houses, and the Temple of Diana. Continue to Lisbon.
(Breakfast)
Day 7 Lisbon
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square, and other highlights on the guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure in the Alfama’s tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion along the Estoril Coast to Cascais and Sintra.
(Breakfast)
Day 8 Lisbon–Fatima–Coimbra–Porto
Stop in Fátima to visit its world-famous SANCTUARY, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Continue to Coimbra, known for its university, one of the oldest in Europe, and to Porto on the northern bank of the Douro River. For the perfect way to round out your day, why not join an optional Douro River cruise and dinner?
(Breakfast)
Day 9 Porto
Discover Porto’s highlights on the guided city tour. See its historical cathedral, and visit a Port wine cellar along the banks of the Douro River. This afternoon, consider an optional excursion to Guimarães, called the “cradle” of Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 10 Porto–Salamaca, Spain
Enjoy the plentiful woodlands and mountains on your return to Spain via the scenic Douro Valley. Reach the ancient and beautiful university town of Salamanca in the early evening and maybe take a stroll in the Plaza Mayor.
(Breakfast)
Day 11 Salamanca–Avila–Segovia–Madrid
Journey to fortified Ávila with its many towers and visit ST. THERESA’S CONVENT before continuing to Segovia, a medieval town picturesquely set on a rocky hill. Spend some time in Segovia before crossing the boundary between new and old Castile to arrive in Madrid.
(Breakfast)
Day 12 Madrid
The capital of Spain, situated 2,180 feet above sea level, Madrid is the nearest thing to Heaven according to Spaniards. The day is dedicated to discover Madrid’s main highlights on the included guided city tour.
(Breakfast)
Day 13 Madrid
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(Breakfast)
Includes:
- Hotel accommodations in first class hotels for twelve nights (3-Madrid, 1-Granada, 1-Cordoba, 2-Seville, 1-Valencia, 2-Lisbon, 2-Oporto, 1-Salamanca) based on 2 persons sharing a room.
- Buffet Breakfast daily.
- 4 dinners.
- Guided tour of Toledo, Lisbon, and Oporto, Madrid.
- Visit the Alhambra Comples, the Mezquita, Fatima Sanctuary
- Visit a wine Bodega.
- See Evora, Coimbra, Salamance, Avila and Segovia.
- Services of a professional tour director.
- Hotel taxes and service charges.
*Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler. For Gibraltar, a special visa is required; a UK or Schengen visa will not gain entrance.
Day 9 *Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.
Does not include:
- Round-trip air transportation from USA or Canada to Spain.
- Porterage at airports.
- Round-trip airport to hotel transfers if arriving and departing on non designated group flights.
- Beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips and optional excursions.
- Transit tax to be paid locally.
- Travel Insurance.
Optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further while giving you the flexibility you want in a vacation. Click here for some must-see sights and experiences.
| Hotels: | |
| Madrid: | |
| Praga (4 Stars) or similar |
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| Calle de Antonio López, 65, 28019 Madrid https://www.hotelmadridpraga.com/ |
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| Granada: | |
| Alixares (4 Stars) or similar |
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| Paseo de la Sabica, 40, 18009 Granada https://www.hotelalixares.com/ |
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| Cordoba: | |
| Selu (4 Stars) or similar |
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| Calle Eduardo Dato, 7, | |
| 14003 Córdoba | |
| https://www.sercotelhotels.co.uk/ | |
| Seville: | |
| Don Paco (4 Stars) or similar |
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| Plaza Padre Jerónimo de Córdoba, 4 | |
| 41003 Sevilla | |
| https://www.hoteldonpaco.com/ | |
| Lisbon: | |
| Roma (4 Stars) or similar | |
| Av. de Roma 33 | |
| 1749-074 Lisbon | |
| https://www.hotelroma.pt/ | |
| Porto: | |
| Portus Cale (4 Stars) or similar | |
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Av. Da Boavista
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| 1060 Porto | |
| http://www.portuscalehotel.com/ | |
| Salamanca: | |
| Sercotel Artheus Carmelitas Salamance (4 Stars) or similar |
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| Paseo de Carmelitas, 67, | |
| 37002 Salamanca | |
| https://www.sercotelhotels.co.uk/ | |
Note — We urge you to purchase travel insurance to cover the cost of your entire vacation including any services you purchased from another agency. |
| Departure Details | Tour Start Date | Return Date | Land Only Price** | |
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| Popular Departure | 3/24/2020 | 4/05/2020 |
$1,899.00
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| 4/07/2020 |
4/19/2020 |
$2,199.00
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| 4/14/2020 | 4/26/2020 |
$1,999.00
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| Popular Departure | 4/21/2020 | 5/03/2020 |
$2,069.00
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| Popular Departure | 4/28/2020 | 5/10/2020 |
$2,169.00
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| Popular Departure | 5/05/2020 | 5/17/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| 5/12/2020 | 5/24/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 5/19/2020 | 5/31/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 5/26/2020 | 6/07/2020 |
$2,079.00
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| Popular Departure | 6/02/2020 | 6/14/2020 |
$2,039.00
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| 6/09/2020 | 6/21/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 6/16/2020 | 6/28/2020 |
$1,999.00
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| 6/30/2020 | 7/12/2020 |
$1,949.00
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| Popular Departure | 7/14/2020 | 7/26/2020 |
$1,949.00
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| Popular Departure | 7/28/2020 | 8/09/2020 |
$1,949.00
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| Popular Departure | 8/11/2020 | 8/23/2020 |
$1,949.00
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| 8/25/2020 | 9/06/2020 |
$1,969.00
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| 9/01/2020 | 9/13/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 9/08/2020 | 9/20/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 9/15/2020 | 9/27/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 9/22/2020 | 10/04/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| 10/06/2020 | 10/18/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| 10/13/2020 | 10/25/2020 |
$2,019.00
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| Popular Departure | 10/20/2020 | 11/01/2020 |
$1,999.00
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| 10/27/2020 | 11/08/2020 |
$1,949.00
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| 12/14/2020 | 12/26/2020 |
$1,799
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Popular Departure – due to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out quickly. Early booking is encouraged.
| **Price is per person based on 2 persons sharing a Double room.Prices are subject to change as a result of fuel surcharge increases or currency fluctuations. No changes will be made once final payment is received. |
| Single Supplement: $560, Triple Room Reduction: none, Extra Nights Per Person in Madrid on request. |
| *Air Fare is not included but discounted rates are available upon request. |
| Click here to view information on travel insurance. |
| For information on air fare, transfers or optional tours, please contact us: info@EuropeByChoice.com 212-400-7347 |
Please note that for operational reasons it may be necessary to substitute hotels and adjust itineraries due to local conditions.
Travel Terms & Conditions:
Tour is operated by Globus and the purchase of any travel services offered by Globus, constitutes a contractual arrangement between you and Globus, and represents your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand the Terms & Conditions prior to booking. These Terms & Conditions cover Deposit & Final Payment information, Air-Inclusive Deposits & Final Payment, Revisions & Revision Fees, Air Arrangements, Participation, Travelers Who Need Special Assistance, Young Travelers, Smoking, Price Policy, Visas and Passports, Hotels & Accommodations, Baggage Allowance, Travel Documents, Not Included in the Land Price, Refunds, Service Inquires After the Vacation, Holidays, Safety, Photos & Pictures, Optional Excursions, and Responsibility.
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Important Notes:
- Vacation departures, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $250 per person per vacation is required for Globus to reserve space for you. View Terms & Conditions for limited exceptions.
- Charges not included in the land vacation price: airfare to and from the start of your vacation; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships’ crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as ‘included’ in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
TRAVEL TIPS:
Gratuities:
Tips to waiters, chambermaids, and to the Tour Directors, local guides, and drivers are not included. The following is a suggested guideline on tipping:
(a.) Euro 1.00 per person/per day for waiters and chambermaids
(b.) Euro 2.00 per person/per day for drivers and local guides
(c.) Euro 3.00 per person/per day for your Tour Director
Transfers:
Add transfers to your tour so you don’t have to worry about how to get to your hotel and back.
Baggage:
Different airlines have different policies. For information on specific airline policies, please check your carriers web site.
Air Transportation:
Air fares change often and vary by gateway city, season, day of week and seat availability. Our air fares will be quoted to you within two business days of your tour reservation and will include the air fare, fuel surcharges and government taxes as quoted by the airlines. You are under no obligation to accept our airfare quote and may elect to use your reward miles or your preferred airline. We highly recommend to reserve your seats early in order to obtain the best air fare.
