Culture in Spain and Portugal

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10 or 12 days

Madrid, Salamanca, Coimbra, Fátima, Lisbon, extension to Cascais and Sintra

Behold the magnificent artwork in Madrid’s Prado and then venture into the Spanish capital for a taste of Madrid’s bohemian spirit. Relive medieval times in Ávila and delve into centuries of academia in Salamanca. Then experience the easy-going nature of Portugal with visits to Coimbra, Porto and the coastal capital Lisbon.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain

Day 2: Madrid

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Take a walking tour of Madrid

With your Tour Director you will see:

Puerta del Sol
Plaza Mayor
Mercado de San Miguel

Visit the Prado Museum

Day 3: Madrid

Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide

Visit the Royal Palace

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Madrid Flamenco lesson and show

Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco blends dancing, clapping, singing and guitar playing for a passionate expression of the soul of Spain. In today’s lesson, learn its history before trying the dance for yourself. Afterwards, kick back and enjoy the tradition from a different perspective as you take in an expert performance.

Day 4: Madrid

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Toledo

This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Day 5: Madrid • Ávila • Salamanca

Travel via Ávila to Salamanca

Take a tour of Ávila

Day 6: Salamanca • Coimbra

Take a guided tour of Salamanca

Visit the Old Cathedral

Visit the New Cathedral

Visit Salamanca University

Day 7: Porto • Coimbra

Take a day trip to Porto

Enjoy a Douro River cruise

Take a guided tour of Porto

Visit the Torre dos Clérigos

Day 8: Coimbra • Fátima • Lisbon

Take a guided tour of Coimbra

With your expert local guide you will explore Old Town

Visit the Coimbra University Library

Travel via Fátima to Lisbon

Take a tour of Fátima

Visit the Batalha Monastery

Day 9: Lisbon

Visit the Jerónimos Monastery

Take a guided tour of Lisbon

With your expert local guide you will see:

Tower of Belém
Monument to the Discoveries

Visit the Castle of São Jorge

Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs

Take a walking tour of Lisbon

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Lisbon fado evening

Enjoy a performance of traditional music known as "fado" during this memorable evening excursion. Talented performers present a program of centuries-old ballad-like songs that tell stories of heartbreak, melancholy, and the hardships of everyday life. A beverage is included in this one-hour performance.

Day 10: Depart for home

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Day 10: Lisbon • Cascais

Transfer to Cascais

Explore Cascais on your own

Day 11: Cascais • Sintra

Take a guided excursion to Sintra and Cascais

Visit the Palacio Nacional de Sintra

See the Boca do Inferno

Day 12: Depart for home