10-Day Family-Friendly Vacation to Spain & Portugal

Today, you will have the opportunity to visit the nearby cities of Sintra and Cascais, which are just a short drive from Lisbon. You will arrive in Sintra by mid-morning, where you will enjoy splendid views of the glorious mountaintop Pena Palace. You will then stroll through the cafe-lined streets of Sintra’s Old Centre to admire the colorful buildings, cobblestoned streets, and time-worn mansions that characterize the area. As the day presses on, you will be transferred to the luxurious beach town of Cascais. Here, you will spend the remainder of the afternoon strolling along the charming beach promenade and luxuriating at the beach.

Today, you will wake up at your leisure and enjoy a wonderful breakfast at your hotel before spending the morning exploring this eclectic city. Your expert guide will offer their excellent recommendations and leave you on your way. Your family can meander through the time-worn streets of Lisbon, making sure to stop for traditional pastries at a world-famous bakery. Later, you will meet your guide in your hotel’s lobby to attend a local Fado show that will be accompanied by a traditional Portuguese dinner. Your family will be completely captivated by the melancholy sounds of the folkloric Fado music as it swells around you.

This morning, you will arrive in the lovely beachfront city of Albufeira, which is a popular vacation destination for families. Here, you will be dropped off at your beachfront and spa accommodation, and you will have a suite that overlooks the sea. Once you have had time to get settled, you will embark on the day’s adventures. In Albufeira, you will board a private yacht, which is where you will spend the day cruising around Portugal’s gorgeous coast in complete luxury. Your yacht will anchor, and you will indulge in a gourmet lunch that will be prepared on the boat by your private chef.

Today, you will have the opportunity to explore the best of Portugal’s southern coast as you enjoy a scenic train ride to the nearby city of Faro. You will love spending the day in Faro, which is the capital of the country’s Algarve region. Your guide will lead you on a tour of the charming town, pointing out the remaining Moorish influence that is perceptible in the age-old architecture of the area. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to spend the day in complete leisure as you relax on some of the finest beaches in Portugal.

This morning, you will indulge in a delectable breakfast at your resort before meeting your private driver in the lobby for a quick transfer to the gorgeous town of Praia da Rocha. Recognized as one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal, Praia da Rocha will host you for the day, and you can splash in the waves, surf, and enjoy your time together as a family. In the evening, you will be transferred back to your luxurious resort in Albufeira to enjoy your final evening in Portugal. Upon your return to your hotel, you will prepare for an early flight tomorrow that will bring you to Spain.

This morning you will wake up early for your final breakfast in Portugal before meeting your private driver in the hotel lobby for your airport transfer to Spain. Upon your arrival in Barcelona, you will be transferred to your elegant hotel in one of the city’s loveliest neighborhoods. After you have had ample time to settle in, you will meet your guide in the lobby for your transfer to Montserrat. Here, your family will have the unique opportunity to float above the countryside of Catalonia during a hot air balloon ride. In the afternoon, you will return to the center of Barcelona, where you will enjoy snacks at the authentic Mercado de La Boqueria. Next, you will be led to the enchanting Ciutadella Park.

After breakfast, you will meet your expert guide in the hotel lobby for a private city tour that will provide you with the opportunity to experience Barcelona’s most iconic sites. Your tour will begin with a visit to the world-famous La Sagrada Familia. Once you have had ample time to explore the church, you will be guided to the illustrious Park Guell. Here, your family will delight in strolling through the luscious park and admiring Gaudi’s stunning mosaic artistry that characterizes it. Finally, your guide will lead you to La Barceloneta, which is Barcelona’s famous beachfront neighborhood.

This morning, you will need an early start because you will leave Barcelona after breakfast for Madrid. Upon arriving in Spain’s traditional capital city, you will be dropped off at your palatial hotel in the city center. Once you have settled in properly, you will meet your expert guide in the hotel lobby for a private tour of this intriguing city. Your tour will begin in El Centro. You will also have the opportunity to go shopping in the many charming Spanish shops and boutiques. This evening, you will attend a Flamenco show, which is traditional to Spanish culture. This breathtaking show will be accompanied by a gourmet feast of regional tapas.

Today you will wake up and enjoy your final breakfast in Spain. You will meet your tour guide in the lobby for a private tour of the wonderful Parque del Retiro, which is located in the heart of the city. Here, you will stroll through the green gardens of the park, stopping to admire the elaborate monuments and abundant live music and street performers. Afterward, you will return to your hotel, collect your things for the final time, and meet your private driver in the hotel lobby for your airport transfer home.