7-Day Taste of Mediterranean Tour exploring best of Spain and Portugal

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Monday: Barcelona – Valencia – Alicante (525 km)
4 stops
1
Fuente de La Plaza del Ayuntamiento
After meeting in Barcelona, we’ll leave Barcelona for Valencia. Spain’s third largest city, Valencia. Valencia’s history has celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It’s commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish culture, Arab customs and foods all frequented in a cultural exchange, such economic trade reformed Valencia to enjoy the prosperity and glory that other cities didn’t achieve. Although today’s Valencia is less prominent, it’s still the important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year. Upon arrival, we will visit Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia’s Ancient City Gates and Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is reserved in. After tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
2
Torres dels Serrans
After meeting in Barcelona, we’ll leave Barcelona for Valencia. Spain’s third largest city, Valencia. Valencia’s history has celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It’s commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish culture, Arab customs and foods all frequented in a cultural exchange, such economic trade reformed Valencia to enjoy the prosperity and glory that other cities didn’t achieve. Although today’s Valencia is less prominent, it’s still the important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year. Upon arrival, we will visit Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia’s Ancient City Gates and Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is reserved in. After tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
3
Valencia Cathedral
After meeting in Barcelona, we’ll leave Barcelona for Valencia. Spain’s third largest city, Valencia. Valencia’s history has celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It’s commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish culture, Arab customs and foods all frequented in a cultural exchange, such economic trade reformed Valencia to enjoy the prosperity and glory that other cities didn’t achieve. Although today’s Valencia is less prominent, it’s still the important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year. Upon arrival, we will visit Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia’s Ancient City Gates and Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is reserved in. After tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
4
La Capella Del Sant Calze
After meeting in Barcelona, we’ll leave Barcelona for Valencia. Spain’s third largest city, Valencia. Valencia’s history has celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It’s commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish culture, Arab customs and foods all frequented in a cultural exchange, such economic trade reformed Valencia to enjoy the prosperity and glory that other cities didn’t achieve. Although today’s Valencia is less prominent, it’s still the important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year. Upon arrival, we will visit Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia’s Ancient City Gates and Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is reserved in. After tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Tuesday: Alicante – Granada (485 km)
1 stop
5
The Alhambra
In the morning, you depart for the city of Granada on the plateau of the Andalusian province. This historic city has been ruled by the Visigoths and Arabs. It became the last stronghold of the Arab dynasty during its eight-hundred-year-long rule of the Iberian Peninsula. In the 15th century, King Ferdinand successfully expelled the Arabs and managed to unite Spain. You will have a picture moment in front of the Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, also known as the Red Palace. Then you will continue to tour the old city of Granada, with its exquisite and delicate architecture.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Wednesday: Granada – Seville (240 km)
5 stops
6
Catedral de Sevilla
In the morning, we go northbound to the largest city of the autonomous community of Andalusia, Seville. This city was the capital of the Muslim dynasty, considered to be the guardian angel of culture in Andalusia and the birthplace of the flamenco dance. Seville is the primary setting of many operas, the best known of which is Bizet’s Carmen. As the fourth largest city in Spain, it has hosted the World’s Fair in 1992. Upon arrival, we visit Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. Its completion was back to the early 16th century and now the cathedral halls are dedicated as Royal Chapel, the burial place of the kings’ mausoleum for over a century, also the tomb of Christopher Columbus who discovered the New World as a credit to the great navigator.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
7
Real Alcazar de Sevilla
From there onwards we see the Alcázar of Seville, used to be a Muslim palace and the Spanish Royal Palace. The upper levels of the Alcázar are still used by the royal family as the official Seville residence, which is the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe and was registered in 1987 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, along with the Seville Cathedral.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
8
Torre Del Oro
Then we walk through the Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro (the Tower of Gold) and Maria Luisa Park, here the 1992 World Expo was located.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
9
Parque de Maria Luisa
Then we walk through the Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro (the Tower of Gold) and Maria Luisa Park, here the 1992 World Expo was located.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
10
Plaza de Espana
In Plaza de España (Spain Square), we can admire a crafted porcelain painting, detailing the history and elegance of old Spain. If possible, tour guide will add the optional excursion to Mijas and/or Ronda
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Thursday: Seville – Lisbon (460 km)
6 stops
11
Cabo da Roca
After a lovely breakfast we will visit the capital or the largest city of Portugal, Lisbon. We are expected to arrive in Cabo da Roca (Cape Roca) in the afternoon, which forms the western most extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe. The cape displays the voluminous Atlantic surrounded by endless scenery. Don’t forget to buy the remembrance certificate to prove once footstep was on the west point as it will be a memorable souvenir to keep.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
12
Torre de Belem
Later we will be back to the Lisbon city centre and visit Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both were classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Belém Tower played a significant role in the Portuguese maritime discoveries of the era of the Age of Discoveries. Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
13
Mosteiro dos Jeronimos
Later we will be back to the Lisbon city centre and visit Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both were classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Belém Tower played a significant role in the Portuguese maritime discoveries of the era of the Age of Discoveries. Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
14
Marques Do Pombal
You will pass through Marquis of Pombal Square and then stop at Rossio Square for some free time. Those who are interested in Portuguese custard tarts can taste the authentic ones at the century-old bakery.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
15
Praca Dom Pedro IV
You will pass through Marquis of Pombal Square and then stop at Rossio Square for some free time. Those who are interested in Portuguese custard tarts can taste the authentic ones at the century-old bakery.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
16
Pastéis de Belém
You will pass through Marquis of Pombal Square and then stop at Rossio Square for some free time. Those who are interested in Portuguese custard tarts can taste the authentic ones at the century-old bakery.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Friday: Lisbon – Toledo – Madrid (675 km)
1 stop
17
Alcazar de Toledo
Today we will drive back to Madrid via Toledo, a World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO in 1986 for its extensive cultural and monumental heritage. This old city is located on a mountaintop, surrounded on three sides by a bend in the Tagus River, and contains many historical sites. By strolling across the city, overlooking the Alcázar of Toledo and visiting the grand structure of Toledo Cathedral, you will feel the bustling of Spain in the old time. Then take a well-earned rest as you sit back, catch a breath taking landscape of Spain and enjoy its rich palette of colours in natural surroundings while you are on the journey to Madrid.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 6
Saturday: Madrid – Zaragoza (320 km)
6 stops
18
Plaza de Cibeles
After having lovely breakfast at the hotel the Yellow Line tour continues from the capital city of Spain, Madrid, where we will pass through the Cibeles Fountain, and then arrive and visit Plaza Mayor, Piazza di Spagna, Plaza de Colónand Royal Palace of Madrid.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
19
Plaza Mayor
After having lovely breakfast at the hotel the Yellow Line tour continues from the capital city of Spain, Madrid, where we will pass through the Cibeles Fountain, and then arrive and visit Plaza Mayor, Piazza di Spagna, Plaza de Colónand Royal Palace of Madrid.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
20
Plaza De Espana
After having lovely breakfast at the hotel the Yellow Line tour continues from the capital city of Spain, Madrid, where we will pass through the Cibeles Fountain, and then arrive and visit Plaza Mayor, Piazza di Spagna, Plaza de Colónand Royal Palace of Madrid.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
21
Royal Palace of Madrid
After having lovely breakfast at the hotel the Yellow Line tour continues from the capital city of Spain, Madrid, where we will pass through the Cibeles Fountain, and then arrive and visit Plaza Mayor, Piazza di Spagna, Plaza de Colónand Royal Palace of Madrid.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
22
Puerta del Sol
Then you’ll arrive at the Puerta del Sol, a public square in Madrid. You can find the Km. 0 squared tile placed on the pavement, which represents the Puerta del Sol is the centre of the radial network of Spanish road. In the afternoon, we say farewell to Madrid and head to Zaragoza.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
23
Plaza del Pilar
After arriving Zaragoza, you'll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, which is a Roman Catholic church in the city. The Basilica venerates Blessed Virgin Mary, under her title Our Lady of the Pillar, praised as "Mother of the Hispanic Peoples". It is reputed to be the first church dedicated to Mary in history. There is a lot of coffee shops and restaurants around the Basilica.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 7
Sunday: Zaragoza – Barcelona (300 km)
6 stops
24
Mirador de Colom
In the morning, we drive directly to the Spanish warm and charming coastal city of Barcelona. After arrival we will visit the Columbus Monument and La Rambla, followed by Sagrada Família, which is a large Roman Catholic Church in Barcelona, designed by Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí’s unique colour, fairy tale decoration is throughout the city and makes the place feel like a fantasy in the Artist’s mind.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
25
Las Ramblas
In the morning, we drive directly to the Spanish warm and charming coastal city of Barcelona. After arrival we will visit the Columbus Monument and Las Ramblas, followed by Sagrada Família, which is a large Roman Catholic Church in Barcelona, designed by Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí’s unique colour, fairy tale decoration is throughout the city and makes the place feel like a fantasy in the Artist’s mind.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
26
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
In the morning, we drive directly to the Spanish warm and charming coastal city of Barcelona. After arrival we will visit the Columbus Monument and La Rambla, followed by Sagrada Família, which is a large Roman Catholic Church in Barcelona, designed by Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí’s unique colour, fairy tale decoration is throughout the city and makes the place feel like a fantasy in the Artist’s mind. Due to a limited daily access control in Sagrada Família church, to avoid disappointment, we recommend customers who strongly request to visit this place to book tickets online in advance at www.sagradafamilia.org Visit time for reservation: 2:00 - 2.30 pm
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
27
Spotify Camp Nou
Then it’s on to photo stop at Camp Nou, a football stadium in Barcelona, which has been also the home of FC Barcelona since its completion in 1957.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
28
Estadi Olimpic
We’ll also visit Estadi Olímpic Iluís Companys, the main stadium for the 1992 Summer Olympics located in Montjuïc, a large hill to the southwest of Barcelona which overlooks the city views.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
29
Plaza de Catalunya
The remaining time is spent in the bustling Plaza Catalonia, where you can have free time and do some shopping. Your truly memorable Mediterranean tour will end around 12:30pm at Plaza de Catalonia. Please note: hotel-accommodation is not provided on the last day of your tour.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Passport name and number, gender, date of birth and nationality are required for all passengers; please advise at the time of booking
• It is the responsibility of each passenger to ensure that they comply with all the necessary passport (must be valid for at least 6 months), visa, health, insurance and other travel regulations required for all the countries they will be visiting prior to the start of the tour
• Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult

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