Embrace the Passion and Culture of Spain & Portugal on a 13-Day Guided Tour
Embark on a 13-day journey through the rich worlds of Spain and Portugal. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace’s water gardens with a Local Expert. Wander through Seville’s white-washed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion.
In Lisbon, uncover royal tales at the elegant Queluz Palace. Experience a moving Cante Alentejano recital in Serpa, a form of traditional Portuguese singing recognized by UNESCO showcasing Portugal’s soulful heritage. In Madrid, an art historian will guide you through the Prado Museum’s Spanish masterpieces.
Savor Iberia with curated culinary experiences, from Michelin-starred dining and market tastings to a hands-on cooking class, blending tradition with modern flair.
9 cities | 2 countries | 20 meals
Concierge services on this journey: travel concierge, door-to-door transfers, full-service porterage, small group tours (18 guests on average), personalize your day.
You can add additional days before or after this trip at carefully curated accommodations. Happy to discuss this during our booking conversation.
This trip is available on select dates: 2025 – June through October; 2026 – May through October.
Itinerary
Your Spain and Portugal luxury tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxury boutique hotel. Upon arrival, enjoy exquisite city views from the rooftop bar and infinity pool before dining on traditional Spanish delights.
Wind your way along Barcelona’s grand boulevards, taking in the city’s elegant architecture and vibrant atmosphere, before visiting Gaudí’s breathtaking Sagrada Família, a masterpiece of intricate design and soaring towers. Later, stroll through the colorful mosaics and playful designs of Park Güell with a Local Expert, uncovering Gaudí’s unique vision.
With a Local Expert, drive down the elegant Passeig de Gracia to take in some of the city’s daring Modernist architecture.
Follow the golden Costa Dorada through olive and orange groves along the Mediterranean coast to seaside La Galera.
Indulge at the Michelin-starred L’Antic Moli. Savor a lunch that embraces contemporary, gourmet cuisine and follows the rhythms of the seasons from locally sourced ingredients. Vicent Guimerà was awarded a Michelin Green Star for his commitment to zero -mile ingredients and sustainability.
Spend the afternoon arriving in Valencia. See the ultra-modern Center of Arts and Sciences and the huge gates of the old town, Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart.
Join a Local Expert for a guided exploration of the exquisite Alhambra Palace, complemented by a walk through the picturesque Generalife Gardens.
See the 2000-year-old Roman Bridge with your Local Expert and you’ll have time to spend exploring the labyrinthine old Jewish Quarter.
and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Arriving in Seville, enjoy an early cocktail.
Enjoy a highlight dinner In the heart of Seville. A stately home from the late 19th century, Casa Manolo León, was inaugurated in November 1999 by the brothers Agustín and Manolo León Leal and has become a popular establishment in the city.
Discover the rich Andalusian culture of Seville with its orange-scented streets and lively plazas. Explore the intricate details of famous masterpieces at the Fine Arts Museum.
You can personalize your day with a visit to the Fine Arts Museum or to the Seville Cathedral.
The Cristina Heeren Foundation aims to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco and is a beneficiary of a TreadRight Foundation grant. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meet the students of the foundation, learn some basic flamenco steps, and then feel the passion as they perform an emotional show.
After a Relaxed Start, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and scents of Andalusia with a morning market visit to Mercado de Abastos.
Your cooking experience awaits as you discover the varied flavours of Andalusia during a market tour and Spanish cooking experience. Learn the culinary secrets to some of Spain’s most popular dishes and enjoy your own creations for lunch.
Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch you’re treated to a performance of Cante Alentejano, a traditional polyphonic singing style recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience of lunch accompanied by a singing performance of Cante Alentejano. This traditional polyphonic singing style has been recognized as intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Enjoy another Relaxed Start before viewing Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower. Continue with a visit to the National Coach Museum before marvelling at the architectural detail of the Queluz Palace. Finish the day enjoying local specialties as you dine in style this evening.
Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate, learn about their winemaking process and have the privilege to sip on a selection of their tantalising local wines well-known to the Portuguese but largely undiscovered further afield. Discover the charming, historic town of Evora’, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner of Alentejo specialties.
Make your way across green and golden farmlands to Mérida’s well-preserved Roman Theater. From Roman ruins to a vibrant, modern city, journey through the sunbaked landscapes of Extremadura to Madrid. As the city lights up, the evening is yours to stroll along Calle Serrano, Madrid’s most famous and elegant shopping street.
Begin with a stroll among the city’s historic sites with your Local Expert admiring the statue of Cervantes and the Cibeles Fountain that exhibits a rush of movement leaving you eager for sites to come.
Personalize your day by joining an art historian at the Prado Museum, or, explore the maze-like old town. Celebrate your travels over a final decadent dinner.
After breakfast, bid farewell to your travel companions before your private transfer to Madrid Barajas Airport.
