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8-Day Europe Spain and Portugal Tour Passionate from Barcelona Tour Code: 643-19857

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Visit Spain and Portugal, covering cities Alicante, Barcelona, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Seville, Toledo and Valencia.
  • Guaranteed Two Nights Four Star Hotel
  • Complimentary breakfast
Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Price (/Person)
    Single $1240
    Share Room $811
    Double $811
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11 without bed)    		 $729
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)    		 Free
Price (/Person)
    Single $1277
    Share Room $835
    Double $835
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 2-11 without bed)    		 $751
    Infant
    (Age Under 2yrs)    		 Free
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
Day 1 Barcelona
Day 2 Barcelona - Valencia - Alicante (467 km)
Day 3 Alicante - Mijas - Granada (567 km)
Day 4 Granada - Ronda - Seville (306 km)
Day 5 Seville - Lisbon (463 km)
Day 6 Lisbon - Toledo - Madrid (654 km)
Day 7 Marid - Zaragoza (272 km)
Day 8 Zaragoza - Barcelona (254 km)

Day 1: Barcelona

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Barcelona or city nearby
Meal: Excluded
Today, we will visit the beautiful Spanish coastal city of Barcelona, where we will see the Columbus Monument, La Rambla, and the Sagrada Familia. Then it's on to photo stop at Camp Nou and learn about the city's proud athletic history at the Anella Olimpica located on Montjuic. With our remaining time, we can go shopping in the Placa de Catalunya.

  • Barcelona, SPAIN

    Barcelona, SPAIN
    This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

    Columbus Monument

    Christopher Columbus is immortalized with a towering monument on Barcelona's famous walkway, La Rambla, depicting the famed explorer pointing out towards the sea. Visitors can take an elevator to the top, which offers a thrilling view of the city.

    La Rambla

    This centrally-located street in Barcelona is a tree-lined pedestrian walkway that covers 1.2 kilometers from the port to Place de Catalunya. There are many cafes and shopping kiosks along the street, which can get crowded during the busy tourist seasons.

    Sagrada Familia

    Sagrada Familia
    Designed by Antoni Gaudi, Barcelona's most famous architect, construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and continues to this day, a perfect synthesis of the 19th-century Gothic and 20th-century Modernist styles, a blend of religion and fantasy.

    Reservation visit time: 2 - 2:30pm. Due to limit daily access control in Sagrada Familia church, to avoid disappoint, we recommend customer who strongly request to visit this place to book tickets online in advance on http://www.sagradafamilia.cat

    Admission (Optional): Adult €26; Child €26; ticket + audio guide, Self book tickets online in advance on www.sagradafamilia.org

    Montjuic Hill

    Rising above the Barcelona's harbor is Montjuic Hill. Parks and gardens rest on this hill, converging with each other via winding paths carved into the hillside, along with a Greek amphitheater, various museums and the Olympic Park.

    Placa de Catalunya

    Placa de Catalunya is a square and cultural hub in Barcelona and is well known for its iconic fountain and the Francesc Macia monument, as well as its proximity to many of Barcelona's most popular attractions. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of local cafes, restaurants, and theatres.

Day 2: Barcelona - Valencia - Alicante (467 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Alicante or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast in the hotel this morning, we will leave Barcelona and head to Valencia, where we will visit Modernism Plaza, the Ancient City Gates and the Valencia Cathedral. Afterwards, we will drive to Alicante and overnight there.

  • Valencia, SPAIN

    Valencia, SPAIN
    Valencia is the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia and the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. The Port of Valencia is the 5th busiest container port in Europe and busiest container port on the Mediterranean Sea.

    Plaza del Ayuntamiento

    Plaza del Ayuntamiento is the name of the most important and centrally located square in the city of Valencia. Visitors can enjoy views of stunning architecture, surrounding gardens, and a picturesque water fountain. Plaza del Ayuntamiento is arguably the best starting point from which to visit the city.

    Valencia Cathedral

    Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, this cathedral is mainly Gothic in style, though, given that it was built over the course of several centuries, it also features Romanesque, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical elements.

  • Alicante, SPAIN

    A city and port in Spain on the Costa Blanca. It is also a historic Mediterranean port. Amongst the most notable features of the city are the Castle of Santa Barbara, which sits high above the city, and the port of Alicante.

Day 3: Alicante - Mijas - Granada (567 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Granada or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
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. You will have a picture moment in front of the Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, also known as the Red Palace. Following that, embark on a drive to the Mijas, a self-paid group activity, to visit famous white village and winding streets, charming nooks and crannies, flower decked house and numerous tiny squares.Then you will continue to the old city of Granada, with its exquisite and delicate architecture.

  • Mijas, SPAIN

    This coastal town outside of Malaga in Andalusia is an old-fashioned Spanish white-washed village, where all the buildings are tinted with a distinctive white hue. It is a popular beach community for tourists.

    Excursion to Mijas

    You will get the chance to spend the day in this beautiful little beach town with its numerous white-washed buildings, which are typical to the Andalusia region.

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult €20; Child €20; Group Activity

  • Granada, SPAIN

    Granada, SPAIN
    Granada is a mid-sized provincial capital in the Andalucia region of Spain. Rich in history and culture, Granada is arguably the single most worthwhile city in Spain for visitors. Spring and autumn are also both excellent times to visit.

    Alhambra (Outside Visit)

    The Alhambra is a massive complex consisting of multiple palaces and fortresses. It originated as a Spanish-Muslim fortress in the 9th century, but subsequent rulers, both Muslim and Christian, continually added additions and renovations.

    Admission (Optional): Adult €19.09; Child €19.09

Day 4: Granada - Ronda - Seville (306 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Seville or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Embark on a self-paid group activity in the morning and head to Ronda, the birthplace of Spanish bullfighters. Then we will drive north to Seville, the largest city in Andalusia. Upon arrival, we will visit the Seville Cathedral, which is the third largest church in the world. We will also see the Alcazar, Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro and Maria Luisa Park, home of the 1992 World Expo. We will end the day by admiring the Plaza de Espana.

  • Ronda, SPAIN

    Ronda is a city in the Spanish province of Malaga. It is located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) west of the city of Malaga, within the autonomous community of Andalusia.

    Excursion to Ronda

    You will get the chance to spend time in this town. It's the largest of Andalucia's white town and Modern bullfighting was practically invented here in the late 18th century.

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult €25; Child €25; Group Activity

  • Seville, SPAIN

    Seville, SPAIN
    Seville is the capital of Andalucia and the cultural and financial centre of southern Spain. A city of just over 700,000 inhabitants (1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it Spain's 4th largest city), Seville is Andalucia's top destination, with much to offer the traveler.

    Seville Cathedral

    The third-largest church in the world (and the largest cathedral), the Seville is a massive Gothic building. Each of its facades has multiple entrances that are all exquisitely and ornately adorned. It was built over an old mosque.

    Royal Alcazar of Sevilla

    This is a massive palace complex in Sevilla, originally constructed by the city's Muslim rulers. Originally constructed as a military fort, it is the oldest European palace still in use, and is one of the best examples of Spanish-Muslim architecture.

    Santa Cruz (Jewish Quarter)

    The barrio of Santa Cruz in Sevilla was once the city's Jewish Quarter, and is now the most popular tourist are in the city. The narrow, winding streets and alleyways of this neighborhood remind visitors of a labyrinth.

    Torre del Oro

    The Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) is a dodecagonal military watchtower in Seville, which was erected by the Almohad Caliphate in order to control access to Seville via the Guadalquivir river.

    Parque de Maria Luisa

    On the riverbanks of Sevilla, Maria Luisa Park is a large public area that features lovely foliage, fountains, and walkways in the middle of this beautiful city. Within the park are many statues of famous Spanish figures.

    Plaza de Espana

    A large section of Maria Luisa Park in Sevilla, the Plaza de Espana is a large open space featuring buildings of Renaissance revival architecture. Most of the buildings are currently used for government purposes.

Day 5: Seville - Lisbon (463 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Lisbon or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will depart for Lisbon, the capital and largest city in Portugal.You are expected to see Cabo de Roca in the afternoon.Later we will head back to the Lisbon city centre to see sights like Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. We will also pass through Marquis of Pombal Square and spend some free time around Rossio Square. This is a great spot to visit some local bakeries to try Portuguese custard tarts!

  • Lisbon, PORTUGAL

    Lisbon, PORTUGAL
    The capital city of Portugal, Lisbon is one of Europe's most important economic centers. It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations. Historically significant locations include Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery, which are recognized by UNESCO.

    Cape Roca

    This cape outside of Lisbon forms the westernmost coastline of Portugal. The iconic lighthouse that sits on the cape has become symbolic of the area as it looks out into the Atlantic Ocean.

    Tower of Belem

    This fortified tower off the coast of Lisbon, also known as the Tower of St. Vincent, was built to defend the city in the 16th century. It was built in the Portuguese Manueline style of architecture of the 16th century.

    Jeronimos Monastery

    Jeronimos Monastery
    The Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon was once the home of the city's Hieronymite religious order, and one of the best examples of the Portuguese Manueline style of architecture. Today, the facility houses the National Archaeology Museum and the Marine Museum.

    Pombal Square

    The full name of this public space in Lisbon is the Marquis of Pombal Square, a former prime minister of Portugal in the 18th century. It is now a busy roundabout for automotive traffic.

    Praca de Pedro IV

    This public square in Lisbon, nicknamed Rossio Square, has been one of the city's main public areas since the Middle Ages, the site of revolts, celebrations, executions, bullfights, and more. This square has seen it all!

Day 6: Lisbon - Toledo - Madrid (654 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Madrid or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
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. By strolling across the city, overlooking the Alcazar 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.

  • Toledo, SPAIN

    Toledo, SPAIN
    Toledo is known as the "Imperial City" for having been the main venue of the court of Charles I, and as the "City of the Three Cultures", having been influenced by a historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims and Jews.

    Toledo Cathedral

    Toledo Cathedral
    One of the prime examples of Spanish-Gothic architecture, Toledo's Cathedral was built as part of a highly concentrated effort to cover up all non-Christian religious buildings and symbols, as Toledo has a large historical population of Jews and Muslims.

Day 7: Marid - Zaragoza (272 km)

Standard Hotel: Overnight stay in Zaragoza or city nearby
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Starting in the Spanish capital, Madrid, we will pass the Cibeles Fountain by coach before arriving at the Plaza Mayor, Piazza di Spagna and Royal Palace of Madrid. Next stop is the Puertadel Sol. In the square, you can shop for speciality leather goods, clothing and traditional Spanish souvenirs in Spain. In the afternoon, we say farewell to Madrid and head to party town of Zaragoza. After arriving Zaragoza, you'll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, which is a Roman Catholic church in the city.

  • Madrid, SPAIN

    Madrid, SPAIN
    Madrid is both the capital of Spain and its largest city. A modern city with a historic architecture where you can visit the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Bernabeu Stadium, Fountain of Cibeles and more.

    Plaza Mayor

    The Plaza Mayor is a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. It was first built (1580–1619) during the Habsburg period of Philip III's reign. Only a few Spanish blocks away is another famous plaza, the Puerta del Sol. The Plaza Mayor is for the people of Madrid and tourists to shop, walk around, eat, and enjoy the outdoors.

    Plaza de Espana

    This large public square in Madrid features a huge monument to Miguel de Cervantes, Spain's most widely-read writer, that hovers over bronze sculptures of Cervantes' two iconic characters, Don Quixote and Sancho Panza.

    Royal Palace of Madrid

    This Baroque palace is the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, although it is only used for state functions. Built in 1738, the palace is nearly 1.5 million square-feet, and contains paintings by many European greats.

    Admission (Optional): Adult €14; Child €14; Without Guide

    Puerta del Sol

    The Puerta del Sol is the central point of Spain's radial network of streets, with a plaque marking it as "Kilometer Zero", and one of the busiest parts of the city.

  • Zaragoza, SPAIN

    The capital city of the Zaragoza province and of the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain.it hosted Expo 2008 in the summer of 2008.The city is famous for its folklore, local gastronomy, and landmarks such as the Basílica del Pilar, La Seo Cathedral and the Aljafería Palace.

    Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar

    This massive basilica in Zaragoza is, accroding to legend, the first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, with the original chapel said to be built in 44 BCE. It has been rebuilt numerous times and is now baroque in style.

Day 8: Zaragoza - Barcelona (254 km)

Meal: Excluded
In the morning, we will drive to the coastal city of Barcelona. Drop off at Barcelona Plaza de Espanya around 12:30pm.
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Location Address Departure
Barcelona, SPAIN Av. de la Reina Maria Cristina, Sants-Montjuic, Barcelona, 08004 (Torres Venecianes) 12:30pm
  • Please arrive at the station at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
  • DROP OFF POINTS (Please noted that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/ unforeseen circumstances):12:30 Barcelona Plaza de Espanya

Price Includes

  • Hotel: Twin share basis. For child aged 2 - 11 years old will be sharing a room with 2 adults.
    (Hotel information will be confirmed 24 hours prior departure.)
  • Transportation: Air Conditioned luxury coach and other transportation listed in itinerary.
  • Breakfast: Daily Continental breakfast including coffee or tea, juice, bread, jam. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
  • Guide: Professional English speaking tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour

Price Excludes

  • Optional Activities
Destination Adult Child
Barcelona
Sagrada Familia (Optional)
ticket + audio guide, Self book tickets online in advance on www.sagradafamilia.org
 €26 €26
Granada
Alhambra (Optional) €19.09 €19.09
Madrid
Royal Palace of Madrid (Optional)
Without Guide
 €14 €14
Mijas
Excursion to Mijas (Mandatory)
Group Activity
 €20 €20
Ronda
Excursion to Ronda (Mandatory)
Group Activity
 €25 €25
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable)
    Lisbon Local Dinner 25 Euro
    Flamenco Dance Show + Dinner + Transfer 70 Euro
    Spanish Paella Dinner + Drink 30 Euro
  • Travel insurance, Visa fees
  • Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary
  • A mandatory service fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. Euro 10 /day per person).
  • Excess baggage charges from Airlines
  • Personal expenses such as room service, telephone, laundry service charges
  • Losses or additional expenses: The Company will accept no responsibilities for losses or additional expense due to accident.

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  • Due to different bus models, we may not be able to accommodate participants using wheelchairs. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accept wheelchair users to join our tour. (Note: For "private group tours", please inform us before receiving a quote.)
  • As the space for luggage on the tour bus is limited, each passenger can only carry one piece of luggage with them (luggage not exceeding 30 KG, with the sum of three sides not exceeding 158 cm). If a passenger carries more than one piece of luggage (if there is enough space in the luggage compartment), an additional €5 per piece of luggage per day will be charged as a driver handling fee. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
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  • European tours are different from other countries in the world. Most tourist attractions cannot be reached directly by tour buses and require walking tours. If a passenger has limited mobility, they may have to wait on the bus at some attractions and cannot visit with the group. Loss of attractions cannot be used as a reason to request compensation or refunds. Please pay attention and think carefully before joining the tour. Once you have registered and confirmed your participation, it also means that you accept our company's terms and conditions.
  • Please present this tour ticket for boarding at the designated assembly point on time. We will not wait for latecomers, and the tour fee will not be refunded. Our company is not responsible for any consequences. In case of emergencies, please call the emergency phone number provided.
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  • Please avoid bringing valuable items and precious jewelry as much as possible. Valuables and documents should be carried with you at all times and kept under your own supervision. Our company, driver, and tour leader are not responsible for any loss.
  • Tour members must abide by the laws and regulations of each country, and it is strictly prohibited to carry private goods for profit and illegal items. Smoking is prohibited in all public places and indoor buildings (including hotel rooms) in Europe, with fines of up to thousands of euros, so please abide by the law. In recent years, some famous buildings (attractions) in Europe have banned visitors from sitting on the ground to rest or eat, which is not only considered rude but may also face immediate prosecution.
  • In any case or for personal reasons, if a tour member requests to leave on their own, return individually or leave the tour midway, our company will assist in making arrangements. However, our company will not be responsible for any indirect or direct cost losses incurred due to delays in transportation or other circumstances that result in missing the pre-arranged itinerary or accommodation.
  • Any tour participant who intentionally obstructs the tour leader's work, endangers the safety of others, or affects the normal activities and interests of the group, the tour leader has the right to cancel their tour qualification, order the participant to leave the group depending on the specific situation or with the consent of the majority of the tour participants. The remaining balance of the unfinished part of the journey will not be refunded, and any actions taken by the participant after leaving the group will not be related to the company.
  • If the flight or bus is delayed due to a malfunction or traffic congestion, resulting in itinerary changes or canceled programs, tour participants may not use this as an excuse to oppose or withdraw from the tour. In case of bad weather, strikes, or unexpected accidents that cause delays in the itinerary, tour participants may not demand compensation or refund of tour fees.
  • The itinerary is for reference purposes only. The company will make appropriate arrangements and adjustments based on the actual situation regarding the tour program, accommodation location, and other issues. The possibility of canceling programs due to the closure of attractions or local holidays cannot be ruled out. Tour participants are expected to accept and may not object.
  • The tourist transportation and hotels used by our company, such as airplanes, ships, trains, or buses, have various regulations for the safety of participants and issues such as lost luggage, accidents, and property damage. These situations will be handled based on the regulations established by each institution and will not be related to our company. We recommend that participants purchase travel insurance and luggage insurance on their own. For details on how to purchase insurance, please contact the travel agency you registered with or our company directly.
  • The temperature difference between day and night in Europe is substantial, the annual average temperature exceeds 30 degrees for less than two months, and European countries have strong environmental protection awareness. Therefore, hotels in Europe may not have standard air conditioning.
  • If the number of participants is small, We has the right to combine guests of different languages on the same tour bus.

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