Portugal and Southern Spain
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itinerary
Day 1: Sunday, October 10 - Lisbon
Arrive in Lisbon, check-in to the hotel and relax in the city. Join us in the early evening for a walk through the historical Alfama district, stopping for the view over the city at St. George Castle.
Tonight enjoy a Fado dinner and show.
Accommodations: 1908 Lisboa Hotel
Meals: Fado Dinner
Day 2: Monday, October 11- Sintra and Cascais
Your first day of travel takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage listed city of Sintra. The tall conical chimneys of the Palacio Nacional de Sintra and the fabulous Palacio da Pena are unmistakable landmarks.
But that's not all!
There are 7 main sites to visit plus many breathtaking trails between them all. We will have a full morning to explore. We will break for lunch, then drive to the shore in Cascais. With the cobbled streets of the old town, impressive Fortress and fascinating museums, Cascais make for a great 2 hour visit.
Drive back to Lisbon; dinner on your own.
Accommodations: 1908 Lisboa Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3: Tuesday, October 12- Cáceres, and Seville, Spain
In the early morning, leave Lisbon by private bus to travel east to Spain. Arrive in the region of Extremadura, home to the city of Cáceres with its UNESCO-listed Old Town. Stop to stretch your legs in the city and explore the Old Town to see architecture influenced by both the Moors and the Christians.We will stop for lunch before leaving for Seville.
After we check into your hotel we will head out to explore and try out the city’s famous tapas at the bars in town.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner/Tapas
Day 4: Wednesday, October 13 - Seville
After breakfast in your hotel, discover the sights and charms of Seville at your leisure.
Free time in the afternoon, then meet for dinner at a traditional flamenco show in town. The 1.5-hour show features fiery dancing from some of the city’s top bailors (flamenco dancers) in time to fast-paced live music.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Thursday, October 14 - Ronda and Malaga
Today we will travel further south to the historic city of Ronda, roughly two hours away. As you travel, learn about Ronda’s history and culture from your guide; the city is said to be one of the oldest in Spain with wealth accumulated from trade. Enjoy about an hour of walking the city and stretch your legs. Look out for the New Bridge that straddles the dramatic El Tajo de Ronda gorge — it’s the town’s eye-catching centerpiece. We will stop for lunch then make our way to Malaga.
Free time before we head back to Seville.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Arrive in Lisbon, check-in to the hotel and relax in the city. Join us in the early evening for a walk through the historical Alfama district, stopping for the view over the city at St. George Castle.
Tonight enjoy a Fado dinner and show.
Accommodations: 1908 Lisboa Hotel
Meals: Fado Dinner
Day 2: Monday, October 11- Sintra and Cascais
Your first day of travel takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage listed city of Sintra. The tall conical chimneys of the Palacio Nacional de Sintra and the fabulous Palacio da Pena are unmistakable landmarks.
But that's not all!
There are 7 main sites to visit plus many breathtaking trails between them all. We will have a full morning to explore. We will break for lunch, then drive to the shore in Cascais. With the cobbled streets of the old town, impressive Fortress and fascinating museums, Cascais make for a great 2 hour visit.
Drive back to Lisbon; dinner on your own.
Accommodations: 1908 Lisboa Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3: Tuesday, October 12- Cáceres, and Seville, Spain
In the early morning, leave Lisbon by private bus to travel east to Spain. Arrive in the region of Extremadura, home to the city of Cáceres with its UNESCO-listed Old Town. Stop to stretch your legs in the city and explore the Old Town to see architecture influenced by both the Moors and the Christians.We will stop for lunch before leaving for Seville.
After we check into your hotel we will head out to explore and try out the city’s famous tapas at the bars in town.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner/Tapas
Day 4: Wednesday, October 13 - Seville
After breakfast in your hotel, discover the sights and charms of Seville at your leisure.
Free time in the afternoon, then meet for dinner at a traditional flamenco show in town. The 1.5-hour show features fiery dancing from some of the city’s top bailors (flamenco dancers) in time to fast-paced live music.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Thursday, October 14 - Ronda and Malaga
Today we will travel further south to the historic city of Ronda, roughly two hours away. As you travel, learn about Ronda’s history and culture from your guide; the city is said to be one of the oldest in Spain with wealth accumulated from trade. Enjoy about an hour of walking the city and stretch your legs. Look out for the New Bridge that straddles the dramatic El Tajo de Ronda gorge — it’s the town’s eye-catching centerpiece. We will stop for lunch then make our way to Malaga.
Free time before we head back to Seville.
Accommodations: Hotel Colon Gran Melia
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 6: Friday, October 15 - Cordoba and Granada
Enjoy breakfast. Check out of your Seville hotel, and then drive to Cordoba where we will have a 2-hour walking tour of the ancient Moorish city. Explore the pretty, flower-bedecked paths and cobbled side streets that weave around the Mezquita, Cordoba’s famous cathedral-mosque. We will stop for lunch at the Victoria Market Cordoba with everyday local dishes.
Leave Cordoba in the early afternoon, and travel south to the vineyards. We will have a wine tour and tasting.
Arrive in the Granada early evening check in and have dinner together downtown.
Accommodations: Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Wine Tasting and Dinner
Day 7: Saturday, October 16 - Granada
Full day in Granada at your leisure. Meet for dinner.
Accommodations: Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Sunday, October 17 - Granada to Toledo
Say goodbye to Andalucia and check out of our Granada Hotel. We will be driving to Toledo.
Drop off your bags and explore the city before we meet for our goodbye dinner.
Accommodations: Eugenia de Montijo, Autograph Collection
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9: Monday, October 18 - Transfer day
Transfer to the Madrid airport (MAD) or extend your trip a few days to visit the Madrid area.
Fly out of Madrid Airport (MAD)
Enjoy breakfast. Check out of your Seville hotel, and then drive to Cordoba where we will have a 2-hour walking tour of the ancient Moorish city. Explore the pretty, flower-bedecked paths and cobbled side streets that weave around the Mezquita, Cordoba’s famous cathedral-mosque. We will stop for lunch at the Victoria Market Cordoba with everyday local dishes.
Leave Cordoba in the early afternoon, and travel south to the vineyards. We will have a wine tour and tasting.
Arrive in the Granada early evening check in and have dinner together downtown.
Accommodations: Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Wine Tasting and Dinner
Day 7: Saturday, October 16 - Granada
Full day in Granada at your leisure. Meet for dinner.
Accommodations: Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Sunday, October 17 - Granada to Toledo
Say goodbye to Andalucia and check out of our Granada Hotel. We will be driving to Toledo.
Drop off your bags and explore the city before we meet for our goodbye dinner.
Accommodations: Eugenia de Montijo, Autograph Collection
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9: Monday, October 18 - Transfer day
Transfer to the Madrid airport (MAD) or extend your trip a few days to visit the Madrid area.
Fly out of Madrid Airport (MAD)
This tour includes:
- 8 Breakfasts, continental style
- 3 Lunches including wine, soft drinks
- 6 Dinners including wine, soft drinks.
- 1 Wine tasting
- 2 Live music shows; Fado and Flamenco
- 8 nights in four-star or five-star accommodation:
- Lisbon 2 nights, 4 star, 1908 Lisboa Hotel
- Seville 3 nights, 5 star, Hotel Colon Gran Melia
- Granada 2 nights, 5 star, Hospes Palacio de los Patos
- Toledo 1 night, 5 star, Eugenia de Montijo, Autograph Collection.
- All admission to sites listed above
- English speaking guide throughout your stay
- 1st class motor coach/ minivan
- Taxes
- Hotel and restaurant gratuities
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours a day will we be walking or on a bus?
Every day we will be walking a minimum of 3 hours. There will also be uphill streets and stairs. The bus rides vary in time for 20 minutes to 2 hours. I am traveling alone, will I be the only one? No, on average we have about half the group that are singles. Is there a single supplement? And why? Yes, there is. It's $925 for a private room. The reason we have a single supplement is because some hotels do not offer a single rate. So as a single person you are paying a full rate of the room instead of it being divided by two. How can I avoid paying the single supplement? We can match guests with same-sex roommates. We will connect you by email and you can see if you are compatible to share a room. Is my deposit of $400 refundable? No, we have limited space and need a commitment from each guest. Please note that the deposit of $400 per guest is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip does not meet the minimum number of participants. The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than July 10, 2021. How do I book my flights? As soon as the group is formed we will be sending out a confirmation email with all necessary information. You can contact our agent or if you are booking your own airfare, departure dates and airports will be listed in the confirmation email. How do we pack? We have a Zoom conference with the group before the trip to explain packing and general information, plus a packing list. Do I need Travel Insurance? Where can I purchase Insurance? We highly recommend Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is based on many factors and the price varies from person to person. You can get a quote from our agent Carol Symington, csymington@AAASJ.COM . Please mention your tour, the dates, price and that it is Tierno Tours. |
Is my flight included?
No, This is a land package only. If booking your own airfare: Departure from USA or Canada no later than Saturday, October 9th, 2021. Is an upgrade possible? Yes, in some of our accommodations upgrades are possible. Many times they are limited and we recommend that you contact us to reserve the room as soon as possible. You will be given a price and charged at the time of booking. All upgrades are non-refundable. Where are we staying? Will be confirmed soon. How do I get from the airport to the Hotel? There are many transfer companies. We will help you book your transfer as soon as you purchase your airfare. Also in Lisbon there is a very good bus shuttle to our Hotel. How much is the cost of the Transfer? A private transfer is about 30 Euro. |
To book this tour now, click "Add to Cart".
We require a deposit of US$400 per guest.
You can choose the number of guests at checkout.
You can choose the number of guests at checkout.
