Barcelona, Madrid and Portugal
Duration
7 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Barcelona
Available
April 2025 / October 2025
Cities to visit: Barcelona; Madrid; Ciudad Rodrigo; Porto; Coimbra; Batalha, Batalha; Nazare, Nazare; Obidos; Lisbon
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
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Here below is the itinerary. The information is indicative and may have variations on designated tours.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
On arrival, transfer from the airport to the hotel. Free time.
You will receive information about the start of the circuit during the afternoon, or you can check the informative panels in the hotel reception area.
You will receive information about the start of the circuit during the afternoon, or you can check the informative panels in the hotel reception area.
Total distance covered: 570 km
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of Castile and León and northern Portugal. Mountains, green areas, and small villages along the way.
Note: When crossing into Portugal, you will need to set your clock back one hour (-1).
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Madrid . We’ll travel through Castile toward northern Portugal. On the way, we’ll make a brief stop at the Mirador de los Cuatro Postes, a scenic viewpoint offering stunning photo opportunities of Ávila’s magnificent medieval walls.
12:00 p.m. – Arrival in Ciudad Rodrigo , near the Portuguese border. Free time to stroll through this charming walled city, known for its picturesque streets and impressive cathedral.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Ciudad Rodrigo and entry into Portugal. We’ll stop for lunch at a service area along the route.
04:00 p.m. (Portuguese time) – Arrival in Porto. Upon arrival, we’ll board a rabelo , a traditional Portuguese boat on the Douro River, for a 50-minute cruise. From the water, we’ll admire Porto’s stunning riverside views and pass under six bridges, including the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Free time to explore the medieval Ribeira district, known for its narrow cobblestone streets lined with old merchant houses and charming cafés.
06:30 p.m. – Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
Note: If the number of passengers traveling from Madrid to Porto is very low, this segment may be completed by plane, in which case the stop in Ciudad Rodrigo will be canceled.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of Castile and León and northern Portugal. Mountains, green areas, and small villages along the way.
Note: When crossing into Portugal, you will need to set your clock back one hour (-1).
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Madrid . We’ll travel through Castile toward northern Portugal. On the way, we’ll make a brief stop at the Mirador de los Cuatro Postes, a scenic viewpoint offering stunning photo opportunities of Ávila’s magnificent medieval walls.
12:00 p.m. – Arrival in Ciudad Rodrigo , near the Portuguese border. Free time to stroll through this charming walled city, known for its picturesque streets and impressive cathedral.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Ciudad Rodrigo and entry into Portugal. We’ll stop for lunch at a service area along the route.
04:00 p.m. (Portuguese time) – Arrival in Porto. Upon arrival, we’ll board a rabelo , a traditional Portuguese boat on the Douro River, for a 50-minute cruise. From the water, we’ll admire Porto’s stunning riverside views and pass under six bridges, including the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Free time to explore the medieval Ribeira district, known for its narrow cobblestone streets lined with old merchant houses and charming cafés.
06:30 p.m. – Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
Note: If the number of passengers traveling from Madrid to Porto is very low, this segment may be completed by plane, in which case the stop in Ciudad Rodrigo will be canceled.
Total distance covered: 380 km Scenery: Pleasant landscapes with hills, forests, and ocean views. 08:00 a.m. - Departure from Porto.
09:30 a.m. - Coimbra, the third-largest city in Portugal, known for its historic university and charming, steep streets. 11:30 a.m. - Departure from Coimbra.
12:30 p.m. - Batalha Monastery. Impressive medieval building; the tomb of kings. You’ll explore the interior of the monastery, admire its stunning façade, or stroll through the quaint shopping streets nearby. 01:30 p.m. - Departure from Batalha Monastery.
02:00 p.m. - Nazaré, a fishing town perched on a cliff. We’ll include the “elevator” ride up to the old city, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and the popular beach. Enjoy time for lunch and to relax. 04:30 p.m. - Departure from Nazaré.
05:00 p.m. - Óbidos, a charming town enclosed by medieval walls, featuring a castle, flower-filled streets, and vibrant shops. 06:15 p.m. - Departure from Óbidos.
07:30 p.m. - Lisbon.
09:30 a.m. - Coimbra, the third-largest city in Portugal, known for its historic university and charming, steep streets. 11:30 a.m. - Departure from Coimbra.
12:30 p.m. - Batalha Monastery. Impressive medieval building; the tomb of kings. You’ll explore the interior of the monastery, admire its stunning façade, or stroll through the quaint shopping streets nearby. 01:30 p.m. - Departure from Batalha Monastery.
02:00 p.m. - Nazaré, a fishing town perched on a cliff. We’ll include the “elevator” ride up to the old city, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and the popular beach. Enjoy time for lunch and to relax. 04:30 p.m. - Departure from Nazaré.
05:00 p.m. - Óbidos, a charming town enclosed by medieval walls, featuring a castle, flower-filled streets, and vibrant shops. 06:15 p.m. - Departure from Óbidos.
07:30 p.m. - Lisbon.
Sightseeing tour of Lisbon. In the morning, you’ll enjoy a city tour with a local guide lasting approximately 2 hours. You’ll get to know the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. Our tour will include stops at the following points: Eduardo VII Park, Baixa Pombalina (Marquis of Pombal Square, Rossio with views of São Jorge Castle and Alfama), Estrela neighborhood, Estrela Basilica, the Monument of the Discoveries, Belém Tower, and the Jerónimos Monastery. The visit will conclude in the city center. You´ll have free time in the afternoon to further explore the city. We recommend taking the Glória Funicular to visit Bairro Alto and the São Pedro viewpoint. Optionally, our guide will offer visits to the picturesque towns of Sintra, with its castle, and Cascais and Estoril by the seaside.
08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square , filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square , filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
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USD 824.00