Portugal, Spain & Morocco: 22-Day Guided Adventure

The journey of a lifetime awaits! Come explore Portugal, Spain and Morocco like never before.

What's Included?

Why we love this deal:

• Stress-Free Exploration: From flights to daily excursions, transfers, and even selected meals, we take care of everything. Dive into the captivating heritage, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Portugal, Spain, and Morocco on this immersive 22-day guided adventure in a small group setting.
• Welcome to Spain! Embark on a captivating journey through Madrid, Salamanca, Mérida, Seville, Córdoba, and Granada. Did you know that Madrid's Royal Palace is the largest royal palace in Europe, with 3,418 rooms?
• Get Ready to Fall in Love with Portugal. From the breathtaking Douro Valley to the vibrant city of Porto, Aveiro, Coimbra, Tomar, Nazaré, Óbidos, and lively Lisbon, each destination has its own charm. Did you know that Nazaré is famous for its giant waves, attracting surfers from around the world?
• Adventure Ends in Morocco, starting with the vibrant city of Casablanca, then journeying through Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Volubills, Erfoud, Merzouga (home to the mesmerizing dunes of the Sahara Desert), Todra, Kella M'Gouna, Ouarzazate, Kashbah Ait Ben Haddou, and finally, the enchanting Marrakesh. Also included is a  luxurious desert camp experience!
• Effortless Transportation & Complete Assistance: Enjoy the convenience of airport transfers and seamless transportation between cities. The Group Director for the Spain and Portugal part of your trip will also assist you at the airport and with your Madrid-Morocco flight check-in. In Morocco, a private transfer will be ready for you.
• Premium City Hotels: Experience the comfort of our meticulously selected 4 and 5-star hotels, centrally situated for your urban adventures, with daily breakfast and luxurious amenities.

(Please review the itinerary below for a detailed description of your journey and the captivating destinations you'll explore)

Pssst... Traveling solo?

• Portugal, Spain & Morocco: 22-Day Group Tours for Solo Travelers

Itinerary

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Day 1

Sunday: Arrival in Madrid, Spain + Group Meeting

• Meet & greet at the airport and take a private transfer to your hotel. 
• At 7 PM, meet with your Tour Director at the hotel's Reception Desk for a welcome meeting. You will also meet your journey’s fellow travelers.
• The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 2

Monday: Explore Madrid Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Set out for morning city discovery and enjoy one of the most exciting cities in the world, Madrid. See the highlights and live the passion this city has in its DNA.
• Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer.
• In the early evening, join your fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

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Day 3

Tuesday: Arrival in Salamanca, Spain + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Your Iberian exploration begins today. Bond for Portuguese soils, you will drive towards Salamanca. Enjoy a city tour of this University City World Heritage of great architectural and artistic wealth.
• Meals Included: Breakfast

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Day 4

Wednesday: Arrival in Porto, Portugal + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Bid farewell to Spain to discover Portuguese landscapes. Our first stop will be at Pinhao, a beautiful little town on the Douro Riverbank and famous for its centenary cellars. Taste their wines while visiting their stunning vineyards. After the tasting experience, enjoy a local products-based lunch.
• Continue to Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in Northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European towns and was proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. 
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5

Thursday: Douro Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Feel the Douro River breeze while discovering Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building, and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a Douro River Cruise.
• Rest of day at leisure. 
• Meals Included: Breakfast

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Day 6

Friday: Arrival in Coimbra, Portugal + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Depart to Aveiro, known as “The Portuguese Venice”. Enjoy a cruise on its beautiful canals aboard a traditional Moliceiro boat. Enjoy time at leisure and explore the town, the old Beira Mar neighborhood, and the Aveiro Fish Market.
• Continue to Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. Time at leisure.
• Meals Included: Breakfast

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Day 7

Saturday: Arrival in Lisbon, Portugal + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Today may seem long as you'll discover several small historical towns, but distances are short and sweet. Depart to the Tomar's Monastery, a Gothic and Manueline style masterpiece considered a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazare. Enjoy time at leisure.
• Continue to Óbidos, a beautiful example of a Portuguese medieval walled town. Spend some time at leisure.
• Continue to Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. 
• Meals Included: Breakfast

 

Day 8

Sunday: Explore Lisbon Tour & Fado Dinner (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Spread across seven hills and known for its decorative arts, Lisbon is one of Europe’s most interesting capitals. Join a morning city sightseeing of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square & Liberty Avenue.
• The afternoon is at leisure for you to catch the nostalgic corners of Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to its Castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting “Ruas” full of color housing the genuine “tabernas”.
• In the early evening, join your fellow travelers and enjoy a typical Portuguese dinner visiting one of the oldest Fado venues in the city.

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Day 9

Monday: Arrival in Seville, Spain + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Farewell Lisbon and Portugal as you get back to Spain.
• The first stop will be Merida, the capital of the ancient Lusitania Roman province.
• Continue towards Seville, the famous Andalusian capital, and the Spanish city of light.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

 

Day 10

Tuesday: Seville Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Today, you'll embark on a captivating city tour of Seville, known for its romantic allure. Explore the city's enchanting Jewish Quarter, where a labyrinth of narrow streets harks back to the era of Moorish rule.
• Free Afternoon: The afternoon offers you the freedom to savor the city's unique charm and ambiance at your leisure, immersing yourself in the essence of this luminous destination.
• Meals Included: Breakfast 

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Day 11

Wednesday: Arrival in Granada, Spain + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Set off for Cordoba, a city steeped in rich heritage and a glorious history. Here, you'll explore the awe-inspiring Mosque, which has been transformed into a Christian Cathedral, and wander through the charming, narrow streets that retain their Arabian-style charm.
• Continue your journey to Granada, a city renowned for its magical allure. As you drive through endless olive oil groves, you'll be captivated by the scenery.
• In the early evening, come together with your fellow travelers for an unforgettable experience—an authentic Gypsy Flamenco show, considered the most genuine in Spain.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 12

Thursday: Granada Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• The highlight of today's itinerary is an excursion to the magnificent Alhambra Palace, a truly exceptional Spanish World Heritage Site. The intricately adorned domes and archways within the palace are a remarkable testament to the craftsmanship of Moorish artisans. Perched on a hilltop on the west bank of the River Darro, the palace also affords breathtaking panoramic views of the entire city.
• Rest of the day at your leisure: The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace, allowing you to further explore or relax as you desire.
• Meals Included: Breakfast 

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Day 13

Friday: Return to Madrid, Spain + Toledo Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Bid farewell to Granada as you journey towards the awe-inspiring Imperial city of Toledo, a designated World Heritage City. Here, the harmonious coexistence of Christian, Moorish, and Jewish cultures has shaped its history for centuries. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of this historical old town with a guided city tour, meandering through its labyrinthine narrow streets.
• Upon your return to Madrid, come together with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

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Day 14

Saturday: Flight to Casablanca, Morocco + Group Meeting

• Meet & greet at the airport and take a private transfer to your hotel. 
• At 7 PM, meet with your Tour Director at the hotel's Reception Desk for a welcome meeting. You will also meet your journey’s fellow travelers.
• The rest of the day is at leisure.

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Day 15

Sunday: Arrival in Fez, Morocco + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Embark on a guided city tour, where you'll explore the most captivating parts of Casablanca, including Anfa Boulevard, Nations Square, and residential areas. You'll also have the opportunity to admire the grandeur of the Hassan II Mosque from the outside.
• Then, the journey takes us to Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. Here, we'll have the chance to marvel at the exterior of the Royal Palace, pay our respects at the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and gaze upon the iconic Hassan Tower.
• The adventure continues until arrival in Fez, where you will be spending the next three nights. Join your fellow travelers for an authentic Moorish welcome dinner, where you can savor the flavors of Moroccan cuisine and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the region.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 16

Monday: Fez Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Enjoy a captivating morning city tour of Fez, one of the most ancient and monumental of the Imperial Cities. This tour will take you to the most intriguing and historically significant landmarks, including:
  • The Royal Palace with its seven impressive gates.
  • The Jewish Quarters, also known as the Mellah.
  • The iconic Bab Bou Jelous gate.
  • A delightful walking tour through the "Medina" or Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich history and architecture.
• Rest of the day at your leisure
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner (at the hotel)

Day 17

Tuesday: Meknes & Volubilis Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• You'll depart for the Imperial City of Meknes, where you'll have the chance to explore some remarkable sights. These include the impressive Walls of Bab el Mansour and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Notably, this is the only mosque in all of Morocco where non-Muslims are allowed to enter, providing a unique and culturally enriching experience. Stretching atop the Jebel Zerhoun plateau in Northern Morocco, the Roman ruins of Volubilis are a striking sight, especially in summer when they're abloom with wildflowers. Some of the best-preserved ruins in Northern Africa, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers a glimpse into ancient Morocco.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner (at the hotel)

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Day 18

Wednesday: Erfoud Tour & Luxury Sahara Desert Camp Experience (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• Embark on your journey through the serene Middle Atlas mountains, followed by a picturesque route that offers insights into Berber life. Your destination is Erfoud, located at the fringes of the vast Sahara Desert. Here, you'll transition from the bus to 4 x 4 vehicles, which will carry you across the desert to reach the dunes, the location of our camp.
• Upon arrival at your luxurious Desert Camp, you'll experience an unforgettable night amidst the towering dunes of the Sahara Desert. As the stars blanket the desert sky, relish a traditional Berber dinner served in the heart of the dunes, creating a truly magical and immersive experience.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner 

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Day 19

Thursday: Arrival in Ouarzazate + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full breakfast while you see the sun coming up through the dunes. 
• After breakfast, we'll set off for the city of Tinerhir, where you'll have the opportunity to explore one of the most captivating natural wonders of your journey, the Todra Gorges. Following this, our journey continues to Kelaa M'Gouna, a charming town renowned for cultivating exquisite roses. It marks the beginning of the famous "Route of the Kasbahs," characterized by adobe constructions with crenelated towers and intricate brick decorations. Some of these are authentic fortified towns, set against a backdrop of awe-inspiring landscapes. The ancient kasbahs exude an evocative charm, while the landscape itself captivates with its vivid contrasts, luminosity, and profound silence. This route is one of the most sought-after and enchanting in all of Africa.
• Continuation to Ouarzazate.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner (dinner at the hotel)

Day 20

Friday: Arrival in Marrakesh, Morocco + Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full breakfast.
• We'll start our journey by visiting the Kasbah Taourirt, once the residence of the Pasha of Marrakech. You'll have the opportunity to explore the interior, including the Pacha's chambers and the favored spots within. Our next stop takes you to the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This remarkable city, constructed with adobe and nestled on a hillside, has served as a backdrop for iconic films such as Orson Welles' "Sodom and Gomorrah" and the blockbuster "The Jewel of the Nile." Its photogenic beauty is truly captivating.
• Continuation to Marrakesh, often referred to as the Moroccan Southern Capital. Located amidst an expansive oasis between the Atlas Mountains and the pre-desert region, Marrakech promises to be an exciting and culturally rich destination.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner (dinner at the hotel)

Day 21

Saturday: Marrakesh Tour (Included)

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel.
• You'll be part of a captivating city discovery tour in Marrakech, exploring iconic sites like the Koutoubia Tower, reminiscent of Seville's Giralda, as well as the Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace. Wander through the vibrant medina, where bustling souks offer unique treasures. The highlight is Jma El Fna Square, a dynamic hub where fortune tellers, snake tamers, acrobats, and dancers transform the city center into an open-air theater, encouraging audience participation and making it a truly magical experience.
• Get ready for your farewell dinner.
• Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 22

Sunday: Return Flight Home

• Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Take a private transfer to the airport.
• Thank you for traveling with us! We look forward to more adventures together. 

About the Hotels:

Please rest assured that all the hotels are centrally located, offering daily breakfast and a host of luxurious amenities for a delightful stay. In the case of any accommodation is unavailable at any of your selected hotels, you will seamlessly be relocated to another of equal category.

• Barceló Torre de Madrid, 5* (3-nights in Madrid, Spain)
• Catalonia Plaza Mayor, 4* (1-night in Salamanca, Spain)
• Hotel Catalonia Porto, 4* (2-nights in Porto, Portugal)
• Coimbra Aeminium, 4* (1-night in Coimbra, Portugal)
• Sheraton Lisboa Hotel & Spa, 5* (2-nights in Lisbon, Portugal)
• Hotel NH Collection Sevilla, 4* (2-nights in Seville, Spain)
• Occidental Granada, 4* (2-nights in Salamanca, Spain)
• Le Palace d'Anfa, 5* (1-night in Casablanca, Morocco)
• Les Mérinides, 5* (3-nights in Fez, Morocco)
• Golden Camps, 5* (1-night in Merzouga, Morocco)
• Oscar Hotel, 4* (1-night in Ouarzazate, Morocco)
• Kenzi Rose Garden, 5* (2-nights in Marrakesh, Morocco)

About the Destinations:

Portugal

Portugal offers rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From enchanting Lisbon to beautiful coastal towns like Porto and Nazaré, there's something for everyone. Explore iconic sites like the Belém Tower and the picturesque Sintra. Portugal is perfect for beach getaways, cultural adventures, and exploring historical landmarks.

Spain

Spain, also on the Iberian Peninsula, is renowned for its fascinating history and diverse landscapes. From captivating Madrid to stunning beaches and vibrant streets of Barcelona, Spain offers a wealth of experiences. Marvel at architectural wonders like Sagrada Família and Alhambra, and immerse yourself in lively festivals. Whether strolling through medieval villages or exploring Andalusia or the Pyrenees, Spain captivates visitors.

Morocco

Morocco, in North Africa, blends ancient traditions, exotic landscapes, and warm hospitality. Start in bustling Casablanca, explore historic Rabat, immerse yourself in the mystical ambiance of Fez, and discover the Sahara Desert's breathtaking dunes in Merzouga. From vibrant souks in Marrakesh to the blue streets of Chefchaouen, Morocco offers a tapestry of colors, flavors, and cultures that will leave you spellbound.