12 Days from $5,790 USD / person
Portugal and Spain: Historical Wonders
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – 3
International Arrival
You will be transferred from Lisbon airport to your hotel in a private vehicle
2 Nights
Lisbon
Explore Lisbon, Portugal’s cosmopolitan capital that graces the Tagus estuary on the Atlantic coast. Covering seven hills and a natural harbor, this intimate city welcomes you with an inclusive culture and a spirit of exploration! Alfama’s steep cobbled paths meander past historic buildings that don pastel shades and street art. St. George Castle and Belem Tower along with several churches stand testament to Lisbon’s rich past. The yellow Remodelado trams and funiculars are a great way to commute. The riverfront Commerce Square is ideal for people-watching, and the century-old Santa Justa elevator offers panoramic vistas of the cityscape. Lisbon’s many themed museums offer glimpses of Portuguese treasures and stories of seafaring heritage. Hip neighborhoods house trendy tascas where soulful melodies of traditional fado entertain over seafood, ports, and ginjinhas, or parties until sunrise!
Hotel options
H10 Duque de Loule – Opt 1
Room
Superior Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Heritage Avenida Liberdade Hotel – Opt 2
Room
Square Double
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Day 3 – 5
You will be transferred from your hotel to Lisbon train station in a private vehicle
Board your train from Lisbon to Algarve: Albufeira (Duration: 3 hrs)
You will be transferred from the Algarve (Albufeira) train station to your hotel in a private vehicle
2 Nights
Algarve
The Algarve is a sun-soaked sliver of coastline set at the southernmost end of Portugal. Bordered by the magnificent Atlantic Ocean on two sides and blessed with a warm Mediterranean climate, it makes for an idyllic holiday destination. Sandy beaches and unique geological formations rub shoulders with historic castles and charming hamlets. While the splendid waves are a magnet for surfers seeking thrills, the beautifully designed golf courses are ideal for those who seek a slower pace. Nature lovers can look forward to abundant bird watching opportunities in the many lagoons and islets around. With the easy availability of fresh seafood and colorful produce, mealtimes hold the promise of myriad gastronomic delights. Meanwhile, wine lovers can look forward to leisurely tours of vineyards and tasting sessions at local wineries known for their flavorful whites, reds, and roses.
Hotel options
Pestana Viking Beach & Spa Resort – Opt 1
Room
Deluxe Sea View
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Beach Resort
Hotel PortoBay Falesia – Opt 2
Room
Twin Sea View
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Beach Resort
Day 5 – 7
Your chauffeur will drive you from Algarve to Seville in a private vehicle (Duration: 2.5 hrs)
2 Nights
Seville
Seville is a city of flamenco music and dance, of medieval Moorish history and architecture, wild parties, grand parades and fiestas. If Spain has ever conjured up images from Carmen, Don Juan and Hemingway’s descriptive prose for you, then Seville is surely the city that brings it all to life! This hot-blooded Andalusian capital is well known around the world for the Alcázar castle with its Islamic influence and the iconic bullfighting ring of Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza. The confluence of Moorish and Roman Catholic heritage at Seville is best represented by the Giralda, a minaret turned bell tower that continues to soar above town. Don’t leave town without a visit to the tomb of the famous Spanish explorer, Christopher Columbus, at the Seville Cathedral with its lovely Gothic architecture. But perhaps the closest route to the heart of Seville is though the annual festivals of Semana Santa and Feria de Abril.
Hotel options
EME Catedral Mercer Hotel – Opt 1
Room
Superior Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Hotel H10 Casa de la Plata – Opt 2
Room
Double Room Atrium View
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Day 7 – 9
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will drive you from Seville to Granada in a private vehicle (Duration: 3 hrs)
2 Nights
Granada
Set at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in southern Spain, the grand Andalusian city of Granada is best known for the Alhambra, the symbol of Europe’s colorful Moorish history from the Middle Ages. The palace complex is perched on a hilltop and features domed and arched structures, unexpected inner courtyards with stone fountains, ornamental doorways, arched windows, and tranquil gardens. Several other Islamic architectural gems as well as towering churches, edgy street art and numerous tapas bars serving some of the region’s best food and wine dot the city’s landscape. Find yourself a comfortable corner at a traditional Arab teahouse (teterías) and nibble on Moorish pastries and pancakes as you catch the local color. Or sit atop a sunny terrace with strains of Flamenco music in your ears, enjoying Iberian ham, olives and ‘Patatas a lo Pobre’, delicious cakes with custard cream, and sherries, savoring the city’s vibe!
Hotel options
Hotel Catalonia Granada – Opt 1
Room
Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
International
Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos – Opt 2
Room
Dreamer Alabaster Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Heritage
Day 9 – 10
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to the Granada train station in a private vehicle
Board your train from Granada to Cordoba (Duration: 1 hr).
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will meet you at the Cordoba train station and accompany you to your hotel in a private vehicle
1 Night
Córdoba
Cordoba’s colorful historical past and an equally vibrant present brought together with a medieval Islamic heritage delights travelers from all over the world. The landscape of this Andalusian beauty is dotted with several architectural marvels, none more imposing than the La Mezquita. This medieval Spanish mosque never fails to awe bystanders with its striking arches, impressive prayer hall and Byzantine mosaic work. Cordoba’s old town delights with its stone paved streets lined with wrought-iron street lamps, quaint buildings with overhanging balconies, winding alleyways and potted plants in arched windows. Expect to come upon a little courtyard, neighborhood patio or plaza lined with eateries and cafés. Sit back and relax at a plaza corner, enjoying the local music and people watching. Feast on delicious Andalusian delicacies cooked in fragrant Spanish olive oil, washed down with the region’s famous Montilla-Moriles wines.
Hotel options
NH Collection Amistad Córdoba – Opt 1
Room
Superior Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
International
Las Casas de la Judería de Córdoba – Opt 2
Room
Standard Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Heritage
Day 10 – 12
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to the Cordoba train station in a private vehicle
Board your train from Cordoba to Madrid (Duration: 2 – 2.5 hrs).
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will meet you at the Madrid train station and accompany you to the Madrid airport in a private vehicle
2 Nights
Madrid
The beautiful city of Madrid serves the global traveler an amalgamation of Spain’s glorious history and modern culture on a platter. From the medieval heights of the Spanish monarchy to its modern monarchs in the football clubs of Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, this Spanish capital has seen it all! Madrid is an art lover’s paradise, with museums and galleries lined with old masters and contemporary talent. Begin with the famous trio of Museo del Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza for a taste of Goya and Velázquez, as well as works of Picasso, Dalí and Miró. The landscaped gardens and boulevards lined with baroque mansions are a fitting frame for the lively tapas bars, trendy restaurants and taverns overflowing with good food and wine. All set to the pulsating beats of flamencos and Madrid’s reggaeton: Buena Vida!
Hotel options
Hotel Emperador – Opt 1
Room
Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Heritage
Catalonia Las Cortes – Opt 2
Room
Double Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Heritage
Your Spanish speaking chauffeur will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to the Madrid airport in a private vehicle
International Departure
Price & Inclusions
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
What Our Guests Say
“Enchanting Travels is a wonderful agency that we have now used twice for two long trips, one to Peru and one to Spain and Portugal. Their guidance in planning our trip was outstanding, always with an eye toward accommodating our desires and needs but also with wonderful suggestions made to enhance our experience. All of the staff that we have interacted with at Enchanting Travels have been friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. During our trips, the transfers have been seamless, the accommodations very much to our liking, and the guides outstanding. The 24/7 support that they provide during our trip takes all the stress out of our travel. We will definitely be using Enchanting Travels again for our next trip abroad.”
October 2025 Rating 5/5
“This was our first start to finish planned tour by an agency like Enchanting Travel. We opted to go with them rather than a Duro Valley boat cruise and are so glad be did. The breadth of experiences in 10 days was simply excellent – we feel we now know so much more about Portugal’s rich history and fantastic tourism offerings.”
September 2025 Rating 5/5
“We recently returned from our 2-week vacation to Portugal and it was amazing! They met with us to hear what we like and dislike when traveling, then they customized an itinerary to fit our preferences and budget. This was our 30th anniversary trip, so we went all out. Michelin restaurants, 5-star hotels, personal drivers and guides. I cannot say enough about how exceptional our trip was and it was all because Enchanting Travels planned everything down to the last detail.”
June 2025 Rating 5/5
“We used Enchanting Travels to help us plan a big graduation trip for my two sons. There was 6 of us in total and we had the perfect blend of activity/tours/sightseeing as well as free time to explore Spain and Switzerland. We had a perfect trip; all the details were thought of and there were no worries or stress throughout our travels. I would recommend them to anyone looking for help planning a European vacation!”
August 2024 Rating 5/5
“Enchanting Travels is a great way to go! Travel plans are made according to our own desires yet with the expertise of well travelled guidance. We were grateful for having a point of contact during our trip. It gave us reassurance that we had someone to call for questions and emergencies. Our trip to Spain went without a hitch! We appreciated the itinerary that was suggested and that we followed. The whole trip plan was right on. We had the best time ever!!”
May 2024 Rating 5/5
“First and foremost – A huge shout out to Nurit for how incredible she is! We love her! She, not only listens – truly listens, she is an amazing person and now a friend:) We appreciate her and trust her – which is so important! She was very patient and understanding throughout the process and made things work that we were wanting to do! The entire process is so simple and alleviates so much undo stress that is associated with traveling. You all know the areas – the places to go – where to go and when, etc. The transfers to and from airport, train station, excursions and hotels were a huge help! We will work with you all again and again! Also, Tanisha and team were and are GREAT – they were on top of responding to us when needed throughout the entire trip. Very good about getting right back always! Last minute questions were answered throughout the entire trip and if we needed to adjust anything she and the team were on it! Thank you! Thanks overall for a great trip – we are working on our next one now 🙂 100% recommend to anyone traveling! Tracy and Michayla George”
May 2024 Rating 5/5
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