Iberia: Art, Faith & Flavors

A 13-Day Cultural Journey from Madrid to Lisbon

Duration

13 Days

Price guide

$11750 PP

Cities

Madrid, Toledo, Burgos, León, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon

Duration

13 Days

Price guide

$11750 PP

Cities

Madrid, Toledo, Burgos, León, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon

Overview

Traverse the cultural and culinary heart of Spain and Portugal on this immersive cross-border journey. Explore cathedrals, castles, museums, and vineyards, from Madrid’s royal splendor to Porto’s riverside charm and Lisbon’s ocean-kissed elegance.

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrive in Madrid
Arrive in Spain’s capital and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Settle in before a relaxed evening walk or rooftop aperitif.
Day 1 Madrid
Day 2
Madrid’s Art & Royalty
Explore the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía museums with a private guide. Visit the Royal Palace and enjoy tapas in a stylish local tavern.Explore the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía museums with a private guide. Visit the Royal Palace and enjoy tapas in a stylish local tavern.
Day 2 Madrid Art Prado
Day 3
Day Trip to Toledo
Take a private excursion to Toledo, where Jewish, Muslim, and Christian legacies intertwine. Visit the cathedral, El Greco’s masterpiece, and wander medieval alleys.
Day 3 Toledo

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Madrid to Burgos
Travel north to Burgos, known for its UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral. Visit the Monastery of Las Huelgas and enjoy Castilian cuisine by candlelight.
Day 4 Huelgas
Day 5
Burgos to León
Continue to León, a key stop on the Camino de Santiago. Explore the cathedral’s stained-glass windows and the Romanesque Basilica of San Isidoro.
Day 5 Camino de Santiago
Day 6
To Santiago de Compostela
Arrive in Santiago, legendary destination of pilgrims for centuries. Explore the Old Town and visit the awe-inspiring cathedral.
Day 6 Santiago de Compostela
Day 7
Santiago to Porto
Cross into Portugal and settle into your elegant hotel in Porto. Enjoy a Douro River sunset cruise with wine tasting onboard.
Day 7 Douro River sunset cruise
Day 8
Porto’s Historic Heart
Tour Porto’s Ribeira quarter, Lello Bookstore, Clerigos Tower, and a port wine cellar. Sample fresh seafood and local specialties.
Day 8 Porto’s Ribeira
Day 9
To Coimbra via Aveiro
Stop in the canal-laced town of Aveiro, then continue to Coimbra. Explore the university, Joanina Library, and historic hilltop district.
Day 9 Aveiro
Day 10
To Lisbon
Arrive in Portugal’s capital and relax at your stylish boutique hotel. Enjoy a fado dinner in a historic Alfama venue.
Day 10 Lisbon
Day 11
Lisbon’s Grand Landmarks
Visit Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the National Coach Museum. Wander Bairro Alto’s boutiques and miradouros.
Day 11 Lisbon Belém Tower
Day 12
Sintra & Cascais Day Trip
Visit the fairy-tale palaces of Sintra, then enjoy the seaside elegance of Cascais. Return for a rooftop farewell dinner with Lisbon views.
Day 12 Sintra-Portugal
Day 13
Depart Lisbon
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, filled with memories of Iberia’s rich textures and tastes.
Day 13 Lisbon Departure

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrive in Madrid
Arrive in Spain’s capital and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Settle in before a relaxed evening walk or rooftop aperitif.
Day 1 Madrid
Day 2
Madrid’s Art & Royalty
Explore the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía museums with a private guide. Visit the Royal Palace and enjoy tapas in a stylish local tavern.Explore the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía museums with a private guide. Visit the Royal Palace and enjoy tapas in a stylish local tavern.
Day 2 Madrid Art Prado
Day 3
Day Trip to Toledo
Take a private excursion to Toledo, where Jewish, Muslim, and Christian legacies intertwine. Visit the cathedral, El Greco’s masterpiece, and wander medieval alleys.
Day 3 Toledo

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Madrid to Burgos
Travel north to Burgos, known for its UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral. Visit the Monastery of Las Huelgas and enjoy Castilian cuisine by candlelight.
Day 4 Huelgas
Day 5
Burgos to León
Continue to León, a key stop on the Camino de Santiago. Explore the cathedral’s stained-glass windows and the Romanesque Basilica of San Isidoro.
Day 5 Camino de Santiago
Day 6
To Santiago de Compostela
Arrive in Santiago, legendary destination of pilgrims for centuries. Explore the Old Town and visit the awe-inspiring cathedral.
Day 6 Santiago de Compostela
Day 7
Santiago to Porto
Cross into Portugal and settle into your elegant hotel in Porto. Enjoy a Douro River sunset cruise with wine tasting onboard.
Day 7 Douro River sunset cruise
Day 8
Porto’s Historic Heart
Tour Porto’s Ribeira quarter, Lello Bookstore, Clerigos Tower, and a port wine cellar. Sample fresh seafood and local specialties.
Day 8 Porto’s Ribeira
Day 9
To Coimbra via Aveiro
Stop in the canal-laced town of Aveiro, then continue to Coimbra. Explore the university, Joanina Library, and historic hilltop district.
Day 9 Aveiro
Day 10
To Lisbon
Arrive in Portugal’s capital and relax at your stylish boutique hotel. Enjoy a fado dinner in a historic Alfama venue.
Day 10 Lisbon
Day 11
Lisbon’s Grand Landmarks
Visit Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the National Coach Museum. Wander Bairro Alto’s boutiques and miradouros.
Day 11 Lisbon Belém Tower
Day 12
Sintra & Cascais Day Trip
Visit the fairy-tale palaces of Sintra, then enjoy the seaside elegance of Cascais. Return for a rooftop farewell dinner with Lisbon views.
Day 12 Sintra-Portugal
Day 13
Depart Lisbon
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, filled with memories of Iberia’s rich textures and tastes.
Day 13 Lisbon Departure

Accommodations

Where You
Could Stay

Gran Hotel Inglés, Madrid
Madrid
Gran Hotel Inglés
Landa Hotel, Burgos
Burgos
Landa Hotel
Parador de León, León
León
Parador de León
A Quinta da Auga, Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela
A Quinta da Auga
Torel Avantgarde, Porto
Porto
Torel Avantgarde
10Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel-jan22-pr
Madeira Island
Reid's Palace a Belmond Hotel

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