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Spain, Portugal & Morocco ( 6830)

16 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid

2024 Tour Details

On our Spain, Portugal, and Morocco tour, experience the rich history and distinct cultures of these three glorious countries. You'll overnight in Madrid, Seville, Granada, and the Costa del Sol in Spain; Coimbra and Lisbon in Portugal; and Rabat, Marrakesh, and Fez in Morocco. The tour starts in Madrid, where you’ll discover the main sights with a local guide. On the way to Portugal, visit Avila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its ancient, fortified towers and walls, and beautiful Salamanca. The Portuguese pearls you’ll discover on this affordable tour are Coimbra, Obidos, Fatima with its famous Sanctuary, and the capital, Lisbon. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco on the African continent by ferry to step back in time in Rabat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital. Fez is still the cultural and spiritual hub, and its centerpiece is the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its exotic palaces, madrasas, fondouks, residences, mosques, and fountains date back to the 13th-14th centuries. The red city of Marrakesh remains a tapestry of ramparts, mosques, palaces, gardens, vibrant public squares, and souks (markets). You’ll get to know this fascinating city with a local expert on the included sightseeing tour. Stop in Casablanca, Morocco's westernmost city. Its name still resonates because of the 1942 classic film with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. Once back on the European continent, you will love the included guided visit to Granada's legendary Alhambra complex*, a lavish palace and fortress built by Moorish kings in 889 AD, and you will appreciate it even more after having visited Morocco. These are just some of the many highlights on this comprehensive and affordable Spain, Portugal, and Morocco tour. It's a memorable budget vacation for value-minded travel lovers.

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 Tour Highlights

Sightseeing:

MADRID
Guided sightseeing

ÁVILA & SALAMANCA
Visit

COIMBRA
Orientation

FÁTIMA
Visit the Sanctuary

OBIDOS
Visit

LISBON
Guided sightseeing

SEVILLE
Guided sightseeing

RABAT
Guided sightseeing

CASABLANCA
Orientation drive

MARRAKESH
Guided sightseeing

FEZ
Guided sightseeing

GRANADA
Guided visit of the Alhambra Complex*

Guides:

Local Guides for city sightseeing in Madrid, Lisbon, Rabat, Marrakesh, Fez, Granada-Alhambra complex; professional Tour Director while touring

Scenic Highlights:

Scenic Highlights:
Serra da Estrela, Andalusia, Guadalquivir Valley, Costa del Sol, La Mancha, Middle Atlas

Notes:

*Entrance to the Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed

UNESCO World Heritage

World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:

  • Medina of Fez
  • Medina of Marrakesh
  • Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City
  • Alhambra and Generalife Granada
  • Cathedral in Seville
  • Historic city of Toledo
  • Old City of Salamanca
  • University of Coimbra
  • Old town of Avila with its Extra muros Churches
  • Monastery of Batalha
  • Belem tower in Lisbon
  • Cultural landscape of Sintra
Transportation:

Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; ferry across the Straits of Gibraltar

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Buffet breakfasts daily; 8 dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN Check into your hotel. Take advantage of any free time to explore lively Madrid with the help of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Dinner Dinner

Day 2

MADRID Spaniards say the Spanish capital, situated 2,180 feet above sea level, is the nearest thing to Heaven. It’s certainly worth making the most of today by joining the included guided sightseeing tour: a full panoramic drive by way of the Calle Alcalà, Parliament Square, and a picture stop outside the Royal Palace. The optional trip to Toledo is most rewarding, too. The splendid setting of this old walled city above the Tagus was made famous in El Greco’s painting, and even now it’s like a great open-air museum of Spanish history and art.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3

MADRID–ÁVILA–SALAMANCA–COIMBRA, PORTUGAL Visit ancient, fortified Ávila with its many towers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Salamanca and make sure you spend some time wandering around Plaza Mayor, the grandest square in Spain. Cross the frontier to Guarda, the highest town in Portugal. From here, descend to the valleys of the Serra da Estrela to Coimbra.
Today’s Distance: 329 mi/ 530 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 4

COIMBRA–FÁTIMA–OBIDOS–LISBON Enjoy an orientation tour of Coimbra, celebrated for its beauty and ancient university. Later, travel southward to visit the Sanctuary of Fátima, one of Europe’s most visited Marian shrines. Continue to picturesque fortified Obidos, before reaching Lisbon for two overnights.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5

LISBON Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” On the included guided tour, see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and the impressive Commerce Square, also known as Black Horse Square. Spend the afternoon at leisure—maybe in the Alfama’s tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to the Portuguese Riviera.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6

LISBON–SEVILLE, SPAIN From the rolling plains of the Alentejo with its woodlands of cork and eucalyptus trees, head south to the brilliant light of Andalusia. Admire its neat, white-painted villages and sun-drenched plantations of olives, figs, and almonds while traveling towards magnificent Seville.
Today’s Distance: 261 mi/ 420 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 7

SEVILLE Enjoy an included sightseeing tour of this vibrant city. Walk in the city centre, see some of the main highlights and spend time to admire the impressive Plaza d’España. Admire the banks of tiles representing the provinces of Spain. A frequent ritual for Spanish visitors is to look for the space dedicated to their province to take photographs. You may want to do the same with the one you enjoyed the most so far. Afternoon at leisure.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 8

SEVILLE–FERRY TO MOROCCO–RABAT Drive through Spain’s pretty sherry wine region and head south to the coast. Here, embark the ferry and cruise across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco on the African continent. Travel along what was once the infamous Barbary Coast, then continue the drive south to Rabat, one of Morocco’s imperial cities.
Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 9

RABAT–CASABLANCA–MARRAKESH Today starts with an included guided city sightseeing tour of the country’s lively capital, Rabat, with a visit to Chellah Gardens and Kasbah des Oudaias. Later, reach Morocco’s westernmost city: Casablanca. Enjoy an orientation drive in this modern city and see the illustrious Hassan II Mosque. One of the largest mosques in the world, its minaret soars 689 feet into the sky. Continue on to the “red” oasis city of Marrakesh. An optional excursion this evening is the perfect ending of the day.
Today’s Distance: 227 mi/ 365 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 10

MARRAKESH Today’s included city sightseeing with a Local Guide will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Founded in the 9th century, Marrakesh remains a tapestry of ramparts, mosques, palaces, gardens, and vibrant public squares and souks (markets)—where buying and selling and a fascinating carnival of entertainment occurs daily. Also visit the Bahia Palace and Majorelle Gardens.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 11

MARRAKESH–FEZ Today, travel through the fragrant cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains, where a number of peaks soar above 13,000 feet in elevation. This range is home to the endangered Barbary apes, wild boars, and polecats. On your way north to Fez, enjoy glimpses of North African village life.
Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 12

FEZ Ancient Fez is a city of outstanding scenic beauty. Visit the Medina during the included sightseeing tour this morning and enjoy the maze of narrow streets through the brilliant bazaars and exotic atmosphere. The madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques, and fountains dating back to the 13th century are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, explore further on your own.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 13

FEZ–FERRY CROSSING TO SPAIN–MIJAS Today, an early departure takes you north for the ferry crossing back to mainland Spain to the Costa del Sol. Overnight in Mijas.
Today’s Distance: 323 mi/ 520 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 14

MIJAS–GRANADA Travel along the Costa del Sol to Granada in the heart of Andalusia. Enjoy an included guided visit of the Alhambra Complex*, a lavish palace and fortress built by Moorish kings. Marvel at its architectural Moorish beauty and magnificent gardens, with construction dating back to 889 AD. Today’s Distance: 162 mi/ 260 km
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

NOTE:
*Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.

Day 15

GRANADA–MADRID Travel through the very heart of Don Quixote’s La Mancha, famed for its castle and windmills, on your way to Madrid.
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 16

MADRID Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With Cosmos, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

JULIAN HIDALGO

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

" After so many years in this fascinating land, I never get tired of showing people the wonders of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Every tour is an adventure...a unique cultural experience I share with my guests. Like a storyteller, I can´t wait to meet my audience and start the show. Introducing travelers to the people, colors, and flavors of the region is exciting-something you just can't get from a guidebook!"

Tour Director -  JULIAN HIDALGO

 Accommodation

COIMBRA

HOTEL D. LUIS

Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
  Free Wifi

LISBON

ROMA

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

SEVILLE

DON PACO

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

RABAT

MERCURE SHEHERAZADE RABAT

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

MARRAKESH

ZALAGH KASBAH HOTEL & SPA

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

FEZ

MENZEH ZALAGH

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

MIJAS

HOTEL ILUNION MIJAS

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

GRANADA

GRAN HOTEL LUNA DE GRANADA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

MADRID

MELIA BARAJAS

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

 Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.
Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)



* The "Starting at" or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per passenger based on double occupancy and does not include airfare; additional fees/charges are not included. If a price is crossed out, the new price includes a limited time promotional offer(s) – please review current promotions or deals for additional information. Some tours require intra-vacation flights (and in some cases intra-vacation segments must be purchased from Cosmos).
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