Spain, Portugal & Morocco

In flight.

Arrival at Madrid airport, transfer to the hotel, free dinner ($) and overnight at Santo Domingo 4* or similar hotel.

Breakfast at the Hotel

Today, you will discover Madrid, one of the youngest capitals in Europe, a city as vibrant as it is endearing. The Spanish capital is distinguished by its ancient heritage inherited from the reign of the Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties, the abundance of neighborhoods with village-like atmospheres for breakfast, its cultural offerings including the Prado and Reina Sofia museums, and its sunny climate all year round.

Enjoy an interesting panoramic tour of about 3 hours in Madrid which will allow you to see Gran Vía and Plaza de España, the remarkable Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, and the legendary Real Madrid stadium, Santiago Bernabéu.

Afternoon and evening free to continue your exploration of Madrid. Free dinner and supper ($)

Overnight in Madrid

Santo Domingo 4* or similar

(BB)

After breakfast at the hotel, departure towards Salamanca. A dynamic and young city, Salamanca has been organized for centuries around its illustrious university, one of the oldest in Europe. Another center of social life, the Plaza Mayor, a central square with Baroque style from the early 18th century, is worth a look. You will have free time to discover Salamanca and its significant heritage.

Heading to Porto for dinner at the end of the day.

Overnight in Porto

Mercure Porto Centro or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel

Day dedicated to visiting Porto, the capital of northern Portugal, situated on the hillside at the mouth of the Douro River. Panoramic visit of the old town, with its historic district of Ribeira listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will notably see the 12th-century cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the magnificent Santa Clara Church, whose facade is covered with blue tiles. Next, you will have the chance to visit a local wine cellar where you will taste the famous “Port wine.”

Free lunch and dinner ($).

Overnight in Porto

Mercure Porto Centro or similar

(B)

After breakfast at the hotel, departure towards Coimbra. A warm and quiet city whose charm has been praised in numerous works of literature, Coimbra is home to the oldest university in Portugal, founded in the 13^th century. The highest tower of the university overlooks the old town, where bars and restaurants fill up as classes let out. The city is also the birthplace of Fado, the typical Portuguese music with melancholic themes. Dinner with the group. Free time to discover this small town with undeniable charm.

Overnight in Fatima

Hotel Fatima or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Fatima, a major Catholic pilgrimage site with nearly five million pilgrims each year. Free time to visit the sanctuary before continuing to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal and one of the most charismatic and dynamic cities in Europe, with its pleasant climate throughout the year.

Free dinner ($) in Lisbon.

Overnight in Lisbon

Lutécia Hotel or similar

(B)

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for a half-day guided tour of Lisbon. In a maze of sloping alleys, life in the old town, with its colorful buildings connected by winding staircases, moves to the rhythm of the tram bell sounds, the typical means of transport in Lisbon.

You will visit Alfama, the most authentic district of the city, the Belém Tower, built in the early 16^th century to control the entrance to the city by sea, as well as the Jerónimos Monastery, built in the same century, where many historical figures rest. Free afternoon to continue your exploration of Lisbon’s rich cultural and historical heritage at your own pace.

Overnight in Lisbon

Hotel Lutecia or similar

(B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards the Spanish border and the city of Cáceres, whose city center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will have free time to explore the fortified old town and admire the Gothic and Renaissance-style manor houses, built between the 14^th and 18^th centuries. The vibrancy of this medium-sized city can be observed at sunset in the Plaza Mayor, where locals gather around local specialties. Then, you will resume your journey towards Andalusia.

Dinner and overnight stay in Cordoba.

Hotel Crisol Cordoba or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel. A city tour of Cordoba lasting approximately 3 hours. Afterwards, you will head towards Seville.

Dinner and overnight stay in Seville.

Hotel Silken Al Andalus Sevilla or similar.

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, you will discover Seville, the Andalusian capital and the largest city in southern Spain. The very name of Seville evokes sunshine, tapas, flamenco, and bullfighting. The city also boasts numerous architectural gems, a mixture of Gothic and Moorish styles, remnants of the Muslim conquest of Spain during the Middle Ages.

You will see the Saint Mary’s Cathedral and the Giralda Tower, symbols of Moorish style, the sumptuous Plaza de España, and the Maria Luisa Park, one of the largest parks in Seville. You will also visit the Santa Cruz neighborhood with its typical cobblestone streets and flower-filled terraces, which become vibrant at night.

Group dinner. Afternoon and evening free to continue your exploration of Seville on your own. Dinner on your own ($).

Overnight in Seville.

Hotel Silken Al Andalus Sevilla or similar.

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for the Route of the White Villages and Ronda, a city with breathtaking geography, crossed in its center by the Guadelevin River which forms an impressive precipice. Free time to stroll through the old town and admire the dizzying views from the New Bridge. Continue towards the Costa del Sol where you can enjoy the sunset while savoring tapas on a terrace.

Dinner & overnight on the Costa del Sol.

Hotel Melia Costa del Sol or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel, city tour of Malaga with a French-speaking guide.

Rest of the day at leisure.

Dinner & overnight on the Costa del Sol.

Hotel Melia Costa del Sol or similar.

(BB-D)

After breakfast at the hotel, departure on a ferry that will take you, via the Strait of Gibraltar, to the city of Tangier.

You will have a panoramic tour of the city and will also discover the Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel.

Then, departure for Casablanca.

Dinner and overnight stay in Casablanca.

Hotel Le Palace d’Anfa or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the largest city and economic capital of Morocco. Free time for lunch ($) and to visit the Hassan II Mosque, built by over 3,000 craftsmen. Arrival in Marrakech in the afternoon.

Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.

Hotel Palm Plaza or similar

(BD-S)

Breakfast at the hotel and guided tour of Marrakech, the second oldest imperial city known to Moroccans as the “Pearl of the South.” You will visit the Saadian Tombs, the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, and Djmaa El Fna Square, a living museum of humanity’s heritage. Then, you will stroll through the colorful souks, among the richest in the country, where a thousand small trades coexist in an extraordinary atmosphere. Free time in the square. Dinner and supper at your leisure ($).

Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Palm Plaza Hotel or similar.

(B)

Breakfast at the hotel. You will head towards Rabat, the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco and the official residence of the king. You will see UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the splendid Mausoleum of Mohamed V and the Hassan Tower, a minaret and symbol of this city. Free time to visit the Kasbah of the Udayas and the medina. Continue towards Meknes, known as the “Moroccan Versailles,” which became the capital of Morocco. You will visit its medina, the El-Hedim square, and its famous gate Bab Al Mansour, probably the most beautiful in Morocco. Free dinner ($) You will arrive in Fes in the afternoon.

Dinner and overnight in Fes

Hotel Les Mérinides or similar

(BB-D)

After breakfast, you will start with a panoramic visit of Fes, the oldest cultural and spiritual city in Morocco. You will then go to the medieval medina of Fes El Bali, where some of the most beautiful buildings in the country are located, such as the Andalusian Mosque and the al-Qarawiyyin Mosque.

Dinner in a typical restaurant and free afternoon. Free dinner ($).

Overnight in Fes

Hotel Les Mérinides or similar

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for the port of Tangier to board the ferry to cross the Strait of Gibraltar towards Spain.

Arrival on the Costa del Sol for an evening of relaxation by the Mediterranean Sea.

Free dinner ($).

Dinner and overnight on the Costa del Sol.

Hotel Sol Principe (Torremolinos) or similar.

(B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Granada, the jewel of Andalusia. Set in a majestic setting at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Its historical heritage and cultural richness attract visitors from all over the world.

During your visit to Granada, you will be amazed by the majestic Alhambra Palace and its Generalife gardens, the most prestigious witness to the Muslim presence in Spain and a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will also be charmed by the small alleys and the troglodyte houses carved into the rock of Sacromonte, which still host some flamenco shows.

Free dinner ($).

Dinner and overnight in Granada.

Hotel Los Angeles or similar

(BB-D)

After breakfast, you will head towards the ancient capital of Spain, Toledo, beautifully situated on a rocky promontory surrounded by the waters of the Tagus River. You will enjoy a panoramic view from the Mirador del Valle and take a stroll through the old town, where you will discover numerous historical buildings such as the Santa Maria Cathedral, the Alcazar, and the Jewish Quarter. Then, you will continue towards Madrid. Free dinner ($).

Overnight in Madrid.

Hotel NH or similar.

(B-D)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Madrid International Airport for your return flight.

(B)