On this 7-day tour of Spain and Portugal, uncover the abundant historical and cultural gems of the Iberian Peninsula. From the traditional Spanish capital of Madrid to the ancient streets of Lisbon, this historical and cultural tour will open your eyes to the treasures of Spain and Portugal. Visit the historically rich town of Salamanca, explore Seville’s Royal Alcazar, and attend a traditional Fado performance.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Seville – Attend a Flamenco Show
You will arrive in Seville, which is the capital of Spain’s southernmost region of Andalusia. Upon your arrival, your driver will greet and transfer you to your luxurious accommodation in the Triana neighborhood. After settling in and having some time to relax, you will attend a flamenco show that will be accompanied by a dinner of regional tapas. As Andalusia is the birthplace of the tradition of flamenco, you will find yourself completely mesmerized by the sultry vocals and guitar.
What's Included:
Day 2
Seville – The Royal Alcazar
Day 3
Seville – Excursion to Granada
Day 4
Madrid – Private City Tour
Day 5
Madrid – The City of Salamanca
Day 6
Lisbon – Iconic Sites and Neighborhoods
Day 7
Lisbon – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Attend a flamenco show that will be accompanied by gourmet tapas and a wine pairing
- Explore Seville’s spectacular Royal Alcazar on a private tour
- Experience the fascinating history of the city of Granada and uncover the secrets of its world-famous Alhambra
- Discover the classic flavors of Spanish cuisine on a tapas tour through Madrid
- Visit the historically rich city of Salamanca, home to Spain’s oldest university
- Uncover the secrets of Lisbon’s rich history and fascinating culture on a private tour of the city
- Attend a traditional Portuguese Fado show that will be accompanied by a traditional meal and wine pairing
Detailed Description
On this 7-day tour of Spain and Portugal, you will discover the rich culture and history of these unique countries. From the Moorish-influenced architecture of Andalusia to the timeworn streets of Lisbon, you will be amazed by the historical and cultural treasures of the Iberian Peninsula.
Your tour will begin when you arrive in Spain’s southernmost region of Andalusia. During your first evening in Seville, you will attend a flamenco show that will be accompanied by regional tapas. The following day, a private tour will allow you to explore the city’s iconic sites and to visit the ancient city of Granada. In Madrid, you will visit iconic sites, such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor.
From Madrid, you will enjoy a half-day excursion to the nearby city of Salamanca and visit the oldest university in Spain. Finally, you will arrive in Lisbon, where you will tour the city’s top sites and neighborhoods in addition to sampling the region’s finest treats. A world-class Fado show will then conclude your week in Spain.
Starting Price
$2,800 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.97 stars based on 574 reviews.
I'm not sure it's possible to be any more satisfied with the service provided by the Zicasso travel partner's team.
Ahead of the trip, our travel designer was in constant contact, by phone and email. In terms of the itinerary and the logistics/preparation for the trip, we discussed the right locations, iterated on the excursions, and ultimately planned out a wonderful holiday in celebration of our 25th wedding anniversary. He listened (for example, that we wanted more food experiences vs wine), suggested (for example, Segovia vs Toledo, Nerja vs Marbella), and coordinated all of the details.
And our concierge was amazing once we were on the ground. Coordinating with drivers and guides (especially since our inbound flight was delayed), making suggestions for restaurants and booking reservations, and providing guidance for myriad logistical situations (for example, the best route to take while driving from Sevilla to Ronda).
The travel company's team really delivered for us and we cannot thank them enough for our incredible Spain experience!
Reviewed By Alex G.
From beginning to end, Zicasso's travel experts took great care in taking care of everything. We received great communication, guides, hotels, transportation, suggestions, etc, and they were reliable before and during our trip
Reviewed By Michele M.
Zicasso's travel specialists were absolutely fantastic! They had everything organized perfectly and they were there to help us out all the time!
Reviewed By Michael D.
Zicasso's travel agency did an excellent and professional job of creating and managing our trip. The hotel choices were perfect for us and the tours were second to none. Our agent took the time to understand what we wanted out of our trip and designed the perfect experience for us.
The private tour guides were knowledgeable and took great pride in sharing their historical treasures with us.
When we had questions before or during the trip, our agents were quick to respond with just the information we needed. We could not have asked for more. If you want a great experience in Spain, use this travel company.
Reviewed By Annette F.
We're experienced travelers. This was one of the best trips we've ever experienced and Zicasso's travel agency was the best travel agency we've ever worked with. The travel guides were invariably superb. The accommodations were great. They were always available to help.
Reviewed By Donald G.
We had a great Zicasso travel company that provided smooth transfers and was attentive to our needs. Overall, I'd advise travelers to avoid the most crowded spaces in the future.
Reviewed By Joanne O.
