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Explore Spain & Portugal
15 days • 4.7
4.5
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70 reviews
15 days
Start
Madrid, Spain
Finish
Madrid, Spain
Trip Code
ZMSI
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
14 breakfasts
Transport
Train, Public bus, Metro, Taxi
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights)
From £2,850(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Albaicin in Granada before crossing the river to visit the imposing Moorish fortress of the Alhambra.
Unwind in a laidback fishing town in the Algarve, soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying an included boat trip around the rocky cliffs of the coast.
Join pilgrims along the last leg of the famous Camino de Santiago journey as they reach the historic cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
Sit back, relax and watch the water flow by in one of Porto’s river restaurants while you sample a couple of varieties of the city’s signature wine – port!
Start and end your adventure in Madrid, home to art galleries, colourful architecture and some of the best restaurants in Spain.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip covers a lot of ground and the majority of travel is done by trains and public buses. It's a good time to sit back, relax and let the scenery roll past your window. Please read the Itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
We recommend packing light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage between train stations and hotels, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs, and across cobblestones. Train stations often don’t have lifts available.
Summer temperatures can be extreme in this region (over 40C/104F). It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Many hotels in Europe have fans, not air conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
Space is at a premium in Europe and your hotel is no exception. Rooms are often small, but usually the central location makes up for that. For those travelling as a duo, hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together.
Itinerary
From the hills of Granada to the beaches of Lisbon
Follow an enticing trail of delicious tapas, avant-garde art, architectural triumphs and dramatic history on this 15-day tour through Spain and Portugal. Travel the scenic route from Madrid, relaxing on the beach in Algarve, sipping wine in Porto, enjoying the rolling green hills of Granada and being charmed by Andalusian Seville. Admire the masterpieces of Picasso, Dali and Gaudi, experience the passion of flamenco, taste some of the best port in the world and embrace the culture of these two spirited countries with a local leader to show you the way.
Inclusions
Meals
14 breakfasts
Transport
Train, Public bus, Metro, Taxi
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights)
Included activities
Granada - Orientation Walk
Granada - Guided Visit to Alhambra Palace & Gardens
Seville - Orientation Walk
Seville - Evening Flamenco Performance
Lagos - Algarve Cliff Boat Trip
Lisbon - Orientation walk
Porto - Port Wine Tasting
Porto - Orientation walk
Santiago de Compostela - Orientation walk
Santiago de Compostela - Camino de Santiago Hike
Madrid - Orientation Walk
Optional activities
Madrid - Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza - EUR13
Madrid - Museo del Prado - EUR15
Madrid - Real Jardín Botánico - EUR6
Madrid - Museo Reina Sofia - EUR12
Madrid - Royal Palace - EUR14
Madrid - Tapas Urban Adventure - EUR99
Granada - Mirador de San Nicolas - Free
Granada - Science Park - EUR7
Granada - Science Park Planetarium - EUR2
Granada - Catedral de Granada - EUR6
Granada - Capilla Real - EUR6
Seville - Torre del Oro - EUR3
Seville - Santa Paula Convent - EUR5
Seville - Indias Archive - Free
Seville - Museum of Fine Arts - EUR2
Seville - Andalusian Contemporary Art Centre - EUR3
Seville - Real Alcazar - EUR14
Seville - Museum of Art & Popular Customs - EUR2
Seville - Cathedral & Giralda Tower - EUR12
Seville - Casa de Pilatos - EUR12
Lisbon - Fado Show with Dinner - EUR50
Lisbon - Naval Museum - EUR7
Lisbon - National Art Museum - EUR8
Lisbon - Folk Art Museum - EUR5
Lisbon - Oceanarium - EUR25
Lisbon - Puppet Museum - EUR5
Lisbon - Gulbenkian Museum - EUR10
Lisbon - Sao Jorge Castle - EUR15
Lisbon - Belem Tower and Monastery - EUR20
Lisbon - Canned Fish Tasting - EUR7
Lisbon - Traditional Boat Tour - EUR15
Porto - Livraria Lello - EUR8
Porto - Clerigos Tower - EUR8
Porto - Serralves Foundation - EUR24
Porto - Bolhao Market - Free
Santiago de Compostela - Visit to a Local Cheesemaker - EUR20
Santiago de Compostela - Bike Hire - EUR10
Santiago de Compostela - Pilgrimage Museum - Free
Santiago de Compostela - Cathedral - EUR12
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Important notes
1. Please provide your full name and passport details at the time of booking so that we can secure Alhambra entrance tickets for you. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 60 days of departure. In some cases, without these details, we may not be able to obtain entrance tickets for you.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (70)
5 stars
56
4 stars
12
2 stars
2
Steven
May 12, 2025
Fast paced and action/sights packed trip is the best way to describe this trip. The only down side was there wasn't enough time to experience all the restaurants I wanted to try.
Michael
May 11, 2025
Thoroughly recommend this trip. A great itinerary giving a good view of both Spain and Portugal. The one day walk on the Camino was one of the highlights.
Frances
Apr 19, 2025
I have just completed the Explore Spain and Portugal 15 day tour. I had been to a couple of cities in Spain before but the tour leader, Monica. Schroeder, made even these cities interesting and gave me a not in depth real life knowledge. The orientation walking tours, the inclusions but most of all the enthusiasm and organisation and general lovely personality of our knowledgeable guide Monica ‘made’ the trip !!!
Margaret
Dec 27, 2024
Explore Spain & Portugal is a fairly fast paced introduction to the history, culture and local foods etc which inspires one to learn more and hopefully return to fill in the gaps.
Siew-Piau
Dec 14, 2024
Our tour leader Daniel Rocha is without doubt the best we had I our many tours. He is very companionable and kind. Ver reliable land get out of his way to help us in many situations
Lisa
Nov 24, 2024
Thanks to our wonderful leader Georgia we experienced a memorable introduction to the incredible history and culture of Spain & Portugal. Every destination was so interesting and unique. Highly recommend
Melissa
Nov 07, 2024
This was my first time using Intrepid and I really enjoyed this trip. Our leader Margarida was enthusiastic and entertaining. The orientation walks were a highlight as she was able to tell stories and share her knowledge of each city. This trip is a great way to see a lot of Spain and Portugal in a fun small group setting.
Benny
Oct 19, 2024
It’s a great tour for someone with limited time to see Spain and Portugal. There is so much to see and experience. If you have time, I suggest considering a longer trip. It has whetted my appetite and I will return
Lindsey
Sep 30, 2024
This was an amazing trip and I highly recommend anyone considering going to Spain in Portugal to book this holiday immediately :-) I made some of the best friends on this trip and learn so much about Spain and Portugal!
Christine
Sep 28, 2024
This trip was fun, interesting, love the history, the landscapes visited, activities, and the optional given. Recommend to anyone who wants to really feel Spain/Portugal ask for Claudia
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