Jewels of Spain, Portugal & Morocco 2025 - 21 days
Jewels of Spain, Portugal & Morocco 2025 - 21 days
Jewels of Spain, Portugal & Morocco 2025 - 21 days
21 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Salamanca, Porto, Aveiro, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Jerez, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fes, Marrakech, Casablanca, Tangier, Granada
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Rail Tours
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 21-day journey through the Jewels of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco in 2025. Begin in Madrid, exploring its historic and modern highlights, before venturing to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto for a Douro River cruise and port wine tasting. Discover Lisbon's Alfama Quarter, Seville's grand cathedral, and Granada's Alhambra palace. Cross into Morocco to experience the vibrant streets of Chefchaouen, the ancient medina of Fes, and the bustling Djemaa el Fna square in Marrakech. Enjoy guided tours, local cuisine, and cultural experiences, all while staying in 4-star accommodations and traveling in comfort by deluxe coach.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Madrid, the Spanish capital! You will be collected at the airport and transferred to our hotel, where the evening is at leisure.
Day 2: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we take an all-encompassing coach tour of Madrid. Highlights of the excursion include the historic Barrio de la MorerÃa region, Habsburgs District, Puerta del Sol central square, Plaza Mayor and the Neptuno Fountains. These are dedicated to Neptune, a Roman water god. In the more modern part of the city we see the Salamanca district, Plaza Castilla and Parque del Oeste. We also see the Santiago Bernabeu, the football stadium of Real Madrid, the most successful European club.
The rest of today is free for you to relax in the hotel or head out and explore further at your own pace. Tonight we enjoy a group Welcome Dinner at a local Tapas restaurant. Get to know your fellow travellers and enjoy some authentic Spanish cuisine.
Day 3: Salamanca
Location: Salamanca
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Madrid - Salamanca - Porto (Portugal). Departing Madrid after breakfast, we make a stop in the university city of Salamanca, with free time to enjoy a stroll around. After our visit, we cross the border into Portugal and complete our drive to Porto. One of the oldest cities in Europe, Porto is located along the Douro River estuary and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
Day 4: Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is spent exploring Porto with a number of included activities. We enjoy a guided city tour, taking in highlights such as the cathedral, Stock Exchange and Santa Clara Church. We also take a cruise on the Douro River, which runs through the heart of Porto and visit one of the riverfront Port Wine Cellars, where we can sample this local drink.
Tonight, enjoy a group dinner at one of the oldest Fado venues in Porto.
Day 5: Aveiro
Location: Aveiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Porto - Aveiro - Coimbra. Departing Porto after breakfast, our first stop today is in Aveiro. Often referred to as the "Venice of Portugal," this city is renowned for its
enchanting canals, vibrant moliceiro boats, and delightful Art Nouveau architecture. Upon arrival, we'll embark on a serene boat trip aboard a Moliceiro, gliding through the city's idyllic canals. This journey offers stunning views of colourful tile-covered buildings, scenic bridges, and the peaceful lagoon, all while our knowledgeable guides share fascinating insights into the local history and culture.
After the boat tour, enjoy free time for lunch before we continue our journey to Coimbra. In the afternoon, we explore the historic streets of this former Portuguese capital, including a visit to the prestigious University of Coimbra, one of the oldest in Europe, known for its magnificent Baroque library, the Biblioteca Joanina. Be captivated by the impressive Romanesque Old Cathedral, Sé Velha, and the charming medieval quarter, with its narrow lanes and the soulful sounds of traditional Fado music.
Day 6: Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Coimbra - Batalha - Nazare - Alcobaca - Lisbon. This morning we visit the UNESCO-listed Batalha Monastery, a 14th Century Gothic masterpiece, built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. We then enjoy some free time in the quaint fishing village of Nazare before arriving in Alcobaca, where we can see the even older 12th Century monastery located here. This is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the world. After admiring the monastery, we complete our journey to Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. The evening is at leisure.
Day 7: Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our day starts with a city sightseeing tour, taking in many of Lisbon's highlights. We see the city's main plazas, the fortified Belem Tower, Jeronimo's Monastery, the Monument to the Discoverers and the Marquis of Pombal Square roundabout.
The afternoon is free, and we recommend you head into the Alfama Quarter, the oldest part of Lisbon. Crowned by the Sao Jorge Castle, this part of the city features narrow alleyways and colourful 'tabernas'.
Day 8: Cordoba
Location: Cordoba
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Lisbon - Merida - Cordoba. Departing Lisbon, we cross back into Spain and make a stop in Merida. Merida is a historic city established by the Romans in 25 BC. It is famed for its remarkable archaeological ensemble, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keep an eye out for its famous landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, the Amphitheatre, and the Guadiana River Roman Bridge. We finish the day with a final journey to Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate.
Day 9: Seville
Location: Seville
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cordoba - Seville. This morning we tour Cordoba, an important Roman city that was also an Islamic centre during the Middle Ages. The most important landmark here is the sprawling La Mezquita mosque-cathedral, which dates back to 988 AD. Entrance to the mosque is included on our tour and we also take a stroll through the Jewish Quarter before departing the city and travelling south-west to Seville, capital of Andalusia.
Day 10: Seville
Location: Seville
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we explore Seville on a guided tour. Entrance to the city's cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world, is included. We also visit the Santa Cruz Quarter, where the famous opera 'Carmen' is largely set. Wander through Maria Luisa Park and the picturesque Plaza Espana. After our tour, the afternoon is free for you to further explore this beautiful city at your own pace.
Day 11: Jerez
Location: Jerez
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Seville - Jerez - Ronda. Leaving Seville after breakfast, we pass through quaint Andalusian villages and make a stop in the picturesque mountain-top town of Jerez, Jerez is celebrated for its sherry wine production, rich flamenco heritage, and renowned tradition of horse taming, highlighted by its world-famous annual horse fair. During our visit, we visit a local winery for Sherry wine tasting, accompanied by a light lunch.
This afternoon we enjoy an authentic Olive Oil Experience at a local Almazara (olive oil mill). We take a walk through the olive groves and taste some of the delicious organic olive oil produced here. We then continue to the picturesque mountain-top town of Ronda.
Day 12: Gibraltar & Tetouan
Location: Tetouan
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Ronda - Gibraltar - Tarifa - Tetouan (Morocco). Today we make our way to Morocco, starting with a drive through the picturesque Andalusian countryside and arriving in Gibraltar. Upon arrival, we have some free time to explore this fascinating British colony. The towering Rock of Gibraltar offers stunning views over both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, immersing us in a unique blend of British and Spanish cultures, a rich military history, and the presence of the famous Barbary macaques.
Afterwards, we depart for Tarifa, where we take a short, but captivating ferry ride across the Strait of Gibraltar to Africa. Upon reaching Tangier, we disembark drive southwards to Tetouan. This charming town is located between the Rif Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea in northern Morocco. Tetouan is mesmerising for visitors due to the remarkably well-preserved medina, UNESCO World Heritage site, flamboyant Andalusian architecture, and profound cultural heritage. On arrival there's time to explore Tetouan at our own pace before dinner at the hotel.
Day 13: Chefchaouen
Location: Chefchaouen
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Tetouan - Chefchaouen - Fes. We begin our adventure today with a journey to Chefchaouen, where its azure-hued streets await exploration. It's certainly easy to be immersed in the beauty of this enchanting blue city. After some free time, we travel on to Fes, navigating through picturesque landscapes rich in history, leading us to the labyrinthine alleys of the ancient medina where stories of Morocco's vibrant history come alive.
Day 14: Fes
Location: Fes
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we enjoy a morning tour of ancient, UNESCO-listed Fes, one of the most important imperial cities in Morocco, and the oldest and largest medieval city in the world. On our tour we will wander down some of the old walled city's 9,400 alleyways and take in the heart of the medina. We also see the seven gates of the Royal Palace, explore the Jewish Quarter and admire the ornate gate of Bab Bou Jeloud, built by the colonial French administration in 1913. Spend the afternoon at leisure and tonight dinner is included at the hotel, or you can join an optional show with dinner included (book and pay locally).
Day 15: Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fes - Middle Atlas - Marrakech. In the morning, we leave the lively streets of Fes behind and weave our way through the magnificent Middle Atlas Mountains. Along the route, we pass charming Berber villages and picturesque valleys dotted with olive groves and cedar forests. Heading further south, the scenery changes to the stunning arid landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains, where winding roads unveil breath-taking vistas at every turn. Finally, we reach our destination: Marrakech.
Day 16: Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our sightseeing tour of Marrakech today departs by bus and begins in the tranquil Menara Gardens which features a pavilion and an abundance of olive trees. Next, we admire the exterior of the Koutoubia Tower, reminiscent of Seville's Giralda. Moving into the historic heart of the city, see the Bahia Palace, once owned by a prominent local nobleman. Finally, we arrive at the vibrant Djemaa el Fna square, one of Morocco's most captivating spots, offering access to bustling souks and medina. Here, we can see workshops of artisans specialising in woodwork, ceramics, fur, and spices, elevating all five senses. Dinner tonight is included at the hotel or you attend an optional "Fantasia Chez Ali" show with dinner (book and pay locally).
Day 17: Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Marrakech - Casablanca - Rabat. Setting off early from Marrakech we continue our journey to Casablanca. On a coach tour of Casablanca we see the city's highlights, admiring the United Nations Square, Boulevard de la Corniche, and the iconic Hassan II Mosque. We then continue our journey to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where we stop for the night.
Day 18: Tangier
Location: Tangier
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Costa del Sol / Malaga
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rabat - Tangier - Tarifa - Costa Del Sol (Spain). We bid farewell to Morocco today, travelling back to Tangier and returning by ferry, across the straight of Gibraltar to Spain. Once we reach land, we enjoy a scenic drive along the Costa del Sol, where we spend the night on the Costa del Sol or in its capital city, Malaga.
Day 19: Granada
Location: Granada
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Costa del Sol - Granada. We travel to one of the finest jewels of Spain today, Granada. Spend some time at leisure, before we enjoy Granada's most authentic Gypsy Flamenco show, including dinner this evening.
Day 20: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Granada - Madrid. This morning we visit to spectacular Alhambra complex. This famous 13th century palace and fortress is one of the best-preserved examples of early Islamic architecture anywhere in the world, as well as being home to important Spanish Renaissance architecture. We explore the Alhambra and the adjacent Generalife Gardens. The gardens have historically inspired many authors, including Washington Irving. This American author wrote his Tales of the Alhambra in 1832 whilst visiting the area. After our tour we make our final journey, back to Madrid.
Day 21: Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy the final breakfast in the hotel before our tour comes to an end. There is an included transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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Meals
20 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 9 dinners are included.
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Accommodation
20 nights in 4-star hotels are included.
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Tour Leader and Guides
Escorted by an English-speaking Spanish tour leader with the services of local guides for city sightseeing. Note that you will have a different tour leader in Morocco.
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Airport Transfers
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 21 are included.
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Transportation
Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsets is included.
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Ferry
Return ferry from Tarifa to Tangier is included.
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Guided Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Fes is included.
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Douro River Cruise
Douro River Cruise and wine tasting in Porto are included.
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Fado Show
Fado show in Porto, including dinner, is included.
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Moliceiro Boat Trip
Moliceiro boat trip along the canals in Aveiro is included.
What's Not Included
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International Flights and Visas
International flights and visas are not included.
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Tipping
Tipping is an entirely personal gesture and is not included.
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City Tax
City tax of approximately €2 per person per night in Porto and Lisbon (approx €8 in total per person) is not included.
This is to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with transportation by deluxe coach equipped with Wi-Fi and audio headsets, along with a return ferry from Tarifa to Tangier.
Accommodation
Enjoy 20 nights in 4-star hotels, providing comfort and luxury throughout your journey across Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Age Policy
No minimum age
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 20 nights in 4-star hotels.
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Is there a tour leader throughout the entire trip?
Yes, the tour is escorted by an English-speaking Spanish tour leader with the services of local guides for city sightseeing. However, you will have a different tour leader in Morocco.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 21 are included.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided by a deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsets.
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Are there any meals included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes 20 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 9 dinners.
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Is there any special experience included in Porto?
Yes, in Porto, you will enjoy a Douro River cruise and visit the Port Wine Cellars for an included tasting. Additionally, there is a Fado show with dinner.
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What activities are included in Seville?
In Seville, you will visit the second largest cathedral in the Catholic world and take in the highlights of the Andalusian capital on a city tour.
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What can I expect during the visit to Marrakech?
In Marrakech, you will enjoy a guided city tour, including a visit to Djemaa el Fna, the city's main square home to souks, snake charmers, acrobats, and more.
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Is there any special activity included in Granada?
Yes, in Granada, you will explore the famous Alhambra palace and fortress complex dating back to the 13th Century, and visit the adjacent Generalife Gardens. Additionally, you will enjoy an authentic Gypsy Flamenco show with dinner.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, international flights and visas, tipping, and city tax of approximately €2 per person per night in Porto and Lisbon (approx €8 in total per person) are not included. The city tax is to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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