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Tucked into the corner of the continent, these cities have their own spice.
Relive the Age of Discovery, when explorers brought treasures from around the world—which are now on display in Portuguese palaces and Spanish cathedrals. Uncover Roman ruins throughout the region, as well as the Moorish influences in exotic Andalusia. When your hands-on history lesson is complete, fast-forward to the present day to feast on tapas, drink sangria, and join the street life in Madrid.
Your tour package includes
9 nights in handpicked hotels
9 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
5 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
Monument to the Discoveries
Tower of Belém
Évora
Plaza de España
Royal Alcázar
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Welcome to Portugal! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Lisbon
Included meal: Breakfast
Get to know the Portuguese capital on a tour with a local guide.
Admire views of the city from Eduardo VII Park and pass the Praça Marquês de Pombal as you travel along Avenida da Liberdade
Stop at the waterfront to discover the city’s maritime heritage at the Monument to the Discoveries and Tower of Belém
View the outside of the church at Jerónimos Monastery, built to honor voyagers
Transfer to the bustling Time Out Market for a walk among its stalls and to enjoy free time for lunch
Enjoy free time in Lisbon or add an excursion.
Fado Show & Dinner
From $105 per person
Day 4: Free day in Lisbon
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Lisbon or add an excursion.
Sintra & the Portuguese Riviera
From $99 per person
Seville3 nights
Day 5: Seville via Évora
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the unspoiled countryside of Portugal en route to Spain. Before crossing the border, stop in Évora to follow a local guide through the Church of St. Francis, known as the “Chapel of Bones.”
Later, arrive in Seville, a city brimming with traditional Spanish charm, and sit down for an included dinner.
Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Seville
Included meal: Breakfast
Uncover the beauty of Seville, the historic Andalusian capital, on a guided sightseeing tour.
View the tiled pavilion of the Plaza de España
Pass the whitewashed homes of Barrio de Santa Cruz
See the Gothic Seville Cathedral, the third-largest church in the world
Enter the Royal Alcázar, a palace that was once home to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella
Enjoy free time in Seville or add an excursion.
Traditional Seville Flamenco Show
From $79 per person
Day 7: Free day in Seville
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Seville or add an excursion.
An Evening in Seville: Tapas & Wine
From $105 per person
Madrid3 nights
Day 8: Madrid via olive oil farm & Córdoba
Included meal: Breakfast
Leave Seville and make your way to Madrid, stopping en route to discover some of the flavors and history of Andalusia.
Stop at an olive oil farm and join a local guide for a tour of the olive groves, mill, and cellar
Sample some orange-infused olive oil drizzled on top of chocolate gelato
Enjoy free time to shop
Stop in the town of Córdoba, which was once home to 700 mosques, 900 public baths, and 70 libraries
Enter the Mezquita, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in the eighth century as a mosque and then transformed into a cathedral during the Christian Reconquista of 1236
Later, board a high-speed train and arrive in Madrid this afternoon.
Please note: Porterage is not included for the train transfers. Travelers must be comfortable lifting and carrying all luggage over steps, onto platforms, and into luggage storage.
Day 9: Sightseeing tour of Madrid
Included meal: Breakfast
Explore the Spanish capital’s beautiful architecture, lively squares, and grand boulevards on today’s guided sightseeing tour.
View the Royal Palace, Spain’s largest royal residence
Pass by the Temple of Debod, a reassembled temple from ancient Egypt
View the city’s many squares, including Plaza Colón and Plaza Neptune
Explore the Prado, a world-class art museum that began as the private collection of the Spanish monarchy and is home to the works of Goya, Velásquez, and more
Enjoy free time in Madrid or add an excursion.
Traditional Spanish Evening
From $119 per person
Day 10: Free day in Madrid
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
Enjoy a free day in Madrid or add an excursion.
Later, celebrate your trip during a farewell dinner.
Toledo
From $105 per person
Flight Home
Day 11: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue on to Barcelona.
Extension to Barcelona
Barcelona has a unique identity that practically radiates charm. Take a train ride to the Catalan capital to explore on a sightseeing tour, and let your Tour Director point you toward the city’s highlights.
Barcelona2 nights
Day 11: Train to Barcelona
Included meal: Breakfast
Board a high-speed train to beautiful Barcelona.
Then, enjoy free time to explore the cultural capital of Catalonia.
Day 12: Sightseeing tour of Barcelona
Included meal: Breakfast
Discover why the Catalan capital is touted for its unparalleled architectural landmarks, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Step inside La Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s famous masterwork-in-progress
Drive along Passeig de Gràcia, past Gaudí’s “house of bones”
Stop at Montjuïc, where the 1992 Olympic Games took place, and stroll through Mirador de l’Alcalde Park
Pass Plaça d’Espanya
Spend a free afternoon in Barcelona or add an excursion.
This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.
Park Güell & La Pedrera
From $109 per person
Flight Home
Day 13: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
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Portugal, Seville and Madrid
11/4/23 by 3rd-time traveler Maria
Loved our group, everyone got along well and were very considerate and helpful with one another. However, the flight connections were pretty bad, the optional activities were pretty bad. We had some cancelled, another one changed from night to morning without prior notice. The meals (other than brea...
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PERFECT!!!
10/21/23 by 1st-time traveler Patricia
This was an amazing experience and adventure. Our tour director, Manuel, was professional, knowledgeable, and didn't leave a "stone unturned." He is magnificent in his organizational skills and abilities to execute such!!!
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10/21/23 by 2nd-time traveler Anonymous
Our tour director Manuel was very nice, professional and responsible.
The tour was well organized. Local guides and drivers were nice.
Shortfalls:
The hotel in Sevil was not good.
The flamingo dance was beneath our expectations. The show was short, small stage and only two dancers on stage.
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Hotels, flights & FAQ
Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.
Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Hotel Sana Malhoa
This comfortable atmosphere hotel is located on Avenida José Malhoa in the heart of Lisbon. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a bar. Nearby, ...
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Catalonia Santa Justa
This contemporary hotel is located just outside of Seville's historic center. Guests enjoy the rooftop outdoor pool, fitness center, and spa. Nearby y...
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Novotel Madrid Center
This spacious hotel is located in the heart of Madrid. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a fitness center. Nearby, you'll find the Prado ...
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Catalonia Eixample 1864
This contemporary hotel is located in the Eixample district. Guests enjoy air conditioning, a swimming pool, and terrace. Nearby, you'll find Montjuïc...
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Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
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Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
In order to enter Portugal and Spain, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
Beginning in 2025, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2025, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our Help Center.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code LSM.
You will walk for at least 2 hours daily across mostly flat terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with few hills or stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of trains.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Lisbon and depart from Madrid (or from Barcelona on the tour extension). A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
A train ride from Córdoba to Madrid is included in the price of your tour. (The tour extension also includes a train ride from Madrid to Barcelona.)
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one personal item per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
Porterage is not included for the train transfers. Travelers must be comfortable lifting and carrying all luggage over steps, onto platforms, and into luggage storage. The storage space on the train is extremely limited, so we recommended traveling with only one suitcase per person (and a personal item, such as a backpack or purse).
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code LSM.
Portuguese food is fresh, hearty, and delicious. Try seafood stew cooked in a cataplana, a shell-shaped copper pan, or the national dish, bacalhau (salted cod). A couvert, or simple plate of bread, butter, and olives, is often served when you sit down to a meal—while it is free in many restaurants, some will add a charge to your bill for it.
In Spain, breakfast like a local with just a pastry and coffee. Then, tuck into a three-course lunch featuring a Spanish staple like savory seafood paella or grilled meat and fried potatoes. Dinner is less hearty than lunch and is served late, between 9pm and midnight. Snack on small plates called tapas any time of day.
Cuisine in Spain’s southern Andalusia region is heavily influenced by surrounding countries, and has many Arabic elements. Kebabs are popular, and desserts are often prepared with almonds, honey, and cinnamon. Be sure to try Serrano ham, which is considered a regional delicacy, as well as the famous chilled soup known as gazpacho.
All destinations visited on this tour operate on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C, E, or F plugs with two small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
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