SPLENDOURS OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

Day 1 :Barcelona (Spain)
On arrival Barcelona ,Meet & transfer to hotel,check in at hotel,proceed to visit Sagrada Familia The Sagrada Familia is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi,Picaso museum is an art museum in Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain. It houses an extensive collection of artworks by the twentieth-century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso, with a total of 4251 of his works. Then proceed to visit Arc de triomf, Casa Battlo & Casa Milla, Montjuic & MNAC, Park Guell, Magic Fountains, Overnight stay at Barcelona.

Day 2 :Barcelona :
After breakfast, Proceed to visit Gothic Quarter walking tour, Gothic Cathedral, Las Ramblas, La Boqueria market, Monument of Christopher Columbus, Maritime Museum, Flamenco,Overnight stay at Barcelona.

Day 03: Barcelona-Valencia (Spain):
After breakfast, check out hotel,transfer to Valencia ,on arrival Valencia ,check in at hotel,then proceed to visit Flamenco show is an art form based on the various folkloric music traditions of southern Spain, developed within the gitano subculture of the region of Andalusia, and also having historical presence in Extremadura and Murcia.In a wider sense, the term is used to refer to a variety of both contemporary and traditional musical styles typical of southern Spain. Flamenco is closely associated to the gitanos of the Romani ethnicity who have contributed significantly to its origination and professionalization.Overnight stay at Valencia.

Day 04:Valencia:
After breakfast,proceed to visit Valencia cathedral With plenty to see, start with one of the city’s biggest landmarks, Valencia Cathedral (also known as St. Mary’s Cathedral),then proceed to visit Plaza de la Virgen
Right out of the door from the cathedral you’ll find Plaza de la Virgen, one of many grand squares in Valencia, Almoina Archaeological Museum Ducking down the Pasaje de Emilio Aparicio Olmos, you’ll soon reach the Almoina Archaeological Museum. Visiting this modern archaeological museum is the best way to learn about the many layers of Valencia’s history.Post lunch visit La Lonja de la Seda on your walk through the Valencia Old Town is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of La Lonja de la Seda. This building from the 15th century, which was once a silk exchange, is cherished for its exquisite Gothic architecture.later visit Central Market held inside its fantastic art nouveau building since 1928, it’s one of the largest markets in all of Europe.overnight stay at Valencia.

Day 05:Valencia-Murcia (Spain):
After breakfast ,check out and transfer to Murcia ,which is another beautiful city of spain,on arrival ,after some fresh up hotel ,proceed to visit Terra Natura Murcia which is one of the beautiful watertheme park ,later visit Cathedral le Murcia,Archaeological museum ,overnight stay at Murcia.

Day 06:Murcia-Granda(Spain)
After breakfast,check out and transfer to Granada ,on arrival ,check in at hotel,proceed tio visit Sunset View at Mirador san Nicolas Keep an eye on the time to ensure you arrive at Mirador San Nicolas, also called Plaza de San Nicola excellent view of sunset is happen during everyday in the evening ,overnight stay at Granada.

Day 07 :Granada :
After breakfast ,proceed to visit Alhambra The Alhambra is hands-down the must-do item on any Granada, Spain itinerary. Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a sprawling palace complex first constructed in 799 and completed in the 1300s. Think of it as a similar set up to Versailles. It is a large property with many different sights to see within it. The most famous and most stunning parts are the Nasrid Palaces. Post lunch visit Parque de Las Ciencias This is one of the best science museums we have ever visited! It’s a can’t miss place when you’re in Granada with kids. Later visit Granada CathedralThe Granada Cathedral lies in the central part of the city and you must have a ticket to enter. I enjoy seeing the grand architecture of cathedrals and seeing each one’s unique characteristics, Overnight stay at Granada.

Day 08 :Granada-Seville(Spain)
After breakfast ,check out hotel and transfer to Seville ,on arrival & checking at hotel ,then drive to visit Santa Cruz the cobblestoned streets in the Jewish Quarter will test your comfort limits. Barrio Santa Cruz is the neighborhood between the Alcazar and Sevilla’s Cathedral where you’ll feel as if you’ve time-traveled back to the medieval ages. Later visit Sevilla Cathedral and La Giralda Bell Tower The cathedral, finished in 1506 after over 100 years of construction, proudly claimed the title of the largest cathedral in the world, knocking Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia down to second placeSeville’s cathedral is built on the site of a former mosque, adapting to its square structure. You will also want to climb La Giralda, the bell tower that Sevilla is so proud of. This tower is seriously tall and I loved the views of Sevilla from it.Overnight stay at Seville.

Day 09 :Seville:
After breakfast, proceed to visit Plaza de EspañaThe Plaza de España was built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition and it’s a real show-stopper. You’ll be surrounded by tiled alcoves representing different regions of Spain, a canal, a fountain, and other buildings that served as Spain’s expositions. The Royal Alcazar of Sevilla The Alcazar is the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe today, and when the Spanish royal family is in town, they stay in the upper stories of the palace. But fear not, commoners! The world’s oldest bullfighting ring Sevilla’s bullfighting ring, Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza, is almost the oldest in the world, right after the one in Ronda (which honestly has the better museum of the two).evilla’s Mushrooms Finally, in the northermost part of Old Town is the largest wooden structure in the world—“The Mushrooms”, Overnight stay at Seville.

Day 10 :Seville-Faro (Portugal)
After breakfast ,check out hotel ,transfer to Faro visit head to the historic center of Faro, also known as Cidade Velha. Take a stroll through the charming streets and admire the colorful buildings and historic landmarks such as the Cathedral of Faro and the Arco da Vila. Next, visit the Municipal Museum of Faro, which showcases the history and culture of the Algarve region. The museum is housed in a former convent and features a collection of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures.later take a boat tour of Ria Formosa Natural Park, a protected area that is home to a variety of bird species and marine life. You can also enjoy swimming and sunbathing on the nearby beaches.End your day with a dinner at one of the seafood restaurants in the marina area, where you can enjoy a stunning view of the sunset.overnights stay at Faro.

Day 11 :Faro -Lisbon(Portugal) :
After breakfast,check out hotel,proceed to Lisbon capital city of Portugal ,on arrival check in at hotel,visit Alfama District The historic Alfama district is Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood. It’s made up of steep, narrow streets that span from the Tagus River all the way up to the São Jorge Castle.You’ll also come across some impressive churches in the Alfama district such as the Se Cathedral and the Igreja de Santo António. Make sure to stop at Miradouro de Santa Luzi for some Insta-worthy views!São Jorge CastleThe São Jorge Castle has survived through a turbulent history from the fall of the Romans to the take over of the Visigoths; it’s lived through wars and conflicts between the Arabs and Christians. Praça do ComércioThis is also called the gateway to Lisbon and you’ll find a big statue surrounded by 18th century symmetrical yellow buildings with a massive arch in the middle. Overnight stay at Lisbon.

Day 12 :Lisbon-Sintra -Lisbon:
After breakfast visit Belem tower Belem Tower is one of the two great monuments that form the UNESCO World Heritage Ensemble in Belem. The other one is the Monastery of the Hieronymites or the Jeronimos Monastery.Built in the early 15th century, Belem Tower served many important purposes. It was a defense port, state prison, customs port, and even a lighthouse.post lunch transfer to Sintra visit National Palace of Pena,Cabo da roca,Sintra National Palace,Moorish castle ,evening return to Lisbon,overnight stay at Lisbon.

Day 13:Lisbon-Coimbra(Portugal)-Porto(Portugal):
After breakfast ,check out hotel transfer to porto enroute visit Coimbra university Founded in 1290, the University of Coimbra (UC) is one of the oldest universities in the world and the oldest in all of Portugal. Up until the early part of the 20th century, it was also the only Portuguese-speaking university in the world.then proceed to Porto ,on arrival check in at hotel,leisure at evening ,overnight stay at Porto.

Day 14:Porto:
After breakfast ,proceed to visit Walk Across the St Luis I Bridge (lower level)
Porto has many bridges, but the St Luis I bridge is by far the most famous. Crossing the stunning two level bridge is a must-do in Porto, and it offers some of the best views of both sides of the river.
Explore Vila Nova de Gaia or the “Port Wine Neighborhood”Vila Nova de Gaia or the “Port Wine Neighborhood” sits across the river from downtown Porto and is a great area to explore even if you don’t plan to visit Port wine cellar.Ride the Gaia Cable CarPorto’s infamous Gaia Cable Car (that you’ve likely seen in pictures of Porto) also is located on this side of the river.Catch the Sunset at Jardim do MorroMy top Porto recommendation is to make sure to catch a sunset at Jardim do Morro, located a short walk from the Monastery.Overnight stay at Porto.

Day 15 :Porto-Salamanca(Spain):
After breakfast ,check out and proceed to Salamanca ,on arrival and check in at hotel ,refresh at hotel ,evening leisure walk at Salamanca ,overnight stay at Salamanca.

Day 16 :Salamanca-Madrid(Spain):
After breakfast ,Proceed to visit San Benito Square
We start this itinerary by a lesser known place in Salamanca – San Benito Square. In this square, we can find a church with the same name (San Benito church), located where in the 12th century there was a Romanesque church.La Clerecía La Clerecía is in fact the former Royal College of the Holy Spirit of the Society of Jesus.Casa de Las Conchas (House of Shells)Right next to La Clerecía, the unique façade of Casa de Las Conchas (House of Shells) immediately stands out. Gothic in style and built in the 15th century, the more than 300 shells catch our eye immediately.Casa Lis: Art Nouveau and Art Déco Museum This point of interest is less touristy and only for those with interest in this type of monument. Located in a former palace, Casa Lis is currently an Art Nouveau and Art Déco museum, with exhibitions of decorative art from the 19th century to World War II.post lunch proceed to Madrid ,on arrival ,overnight stay at Madrid.

Day 17 :Madrid :
After breakfast proceed to visit in the heart of the city at Puerta del Sol, explore the historical Plaza Mayor, before heading to the Palacio Real, Sabatini Gardens and Santa Maria la Real de La Almudena. In the afternoon head to Temple Debod, and call in a Plaza de España, before going to wander through the vibrant streets in Malasaña District. Take an optional visit to Estación Museo Chamberi – a station trapped in time. Cap off your day by eating your way around Mercado San Miguel before bar hopping around the traditional tavernas in the Historic Centre.Overnight stay at Madrid.

Day 18 :Madrid :
After breakfast ,proceed to visit the city’s cultural scene at the Museo Nacional del Prado and Reina Sofia Museum. Visit Madrid’s famous Parque El Retiro home to the Palacio de Crystal and Puerta de Alcalá. See the stunning Palacio de Cibeles before walking down Calle Gran Vía for some shopping. Overnight stay at Madrid.

Day 19 :Madrid-Departure:
After breakfast ,check out hotel ,pick up from hotel and drop at airport to connect flight to guest destination.

***HAPPY TOUR ENDS WITH SWEET MEMORIES***