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Visit Porto, Obidos, Lisbon, Sintra, Evora, Seville, Gibraltar, Costa del Sol, Cordoba, Toledo, Madrid, Segovia, Barcelona

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• Day   1

  Hometown ✈ Porto, Portugal
• Day   2

  Porto - Free at Leisure
  
   Axis Porto Business & SPA Hotel or similar
  Porto: A coastal city in northwest Portugal, best known for production of port wine, and well-preserved historical architecture and UNESCO-listed historical centre.
• Day   3

  Porto - Livraria Lello (admission incl.) – Bolsa Palace (admission incl.) – Cais da Ribeira – Luis I Bridge - Douro River Cruise (optional) – Obidos - Lisbon Obidos - Lisbon
  
   B/D: Local Cuisine
  
   [Lisbon] Radisson Blu Hotel Lisbon or similar
  Livraria Lello: Opened in 1906, it is one of Portugal's oldest bookstores. Recognized as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, it impresses every visitor with its intricate neo-gothic design, elegant stained-glass windows, sweeping staircases, endless bookshelves and dedicate décor. You might also find some similarities between this bookstore and some of the famous Hogwarts scenes as it was claimed that the author J.K. Rowling’s inspiration to write Harry Potter began in Porto where she lived and worked as an English teacher for 10 years and sometimes hung out at the coffee shop there. No matter whether you love reading or books, you will definitely enjoy your visit there! Bolsa Palace: This palatial 19th-century neoclassical-style palace was formerly a stock market built to attract potential European investors. Currently serving as a museum, a national monument and the headquarter of Porto’s Commercial Association, it features with a large central courtyard and many splendid rooms; for example, the Arab Room which is decorated in Moorish style with inspiration by the Alhambra, the Golden Room which is covered with gold-leaf, the General Assembly Room which is fully arranged in wood, etc. Luis I Bridge: One of the most iconic landmarks in Porto, this double-deck iron bridge spanning the Douro River connects Porto with its neighbouring city of Vila Nova de Gaia. With influence by Eiffel’s architectural concepts, Luis I Bridge’s unique design is reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower’s lattice-style ironwork. Its garish illumination at night adds to the city’s scenic beauty. Obidos: The mediaeval town of Obidos is one of the most picturesque and well preserved in Portugal. Surrounded by the stone fortified wall from where you can appreciate wonderful views over the terracotta tiled roofs and white painted houses of the town.
• Day   4

  Lisbon - Discovery Monument - Belem Tower - Jeronimos Monastery - Liberty Avenue - Pasteis de Belem - Cape of the Rock - Sintra - National Palace (admission incl.)
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: Portuguese Grilled Cuttlefish & Seafood Rice
  
   [Lisbon] Radisson Blu Hotel Lisbon or similar
  Lisbon: The stunning capital and the largest city of Portugal, blending well with traditional heritage and modern characteristics. As Europe’s westernmost and the only capital city along the Atlantic coast, it possesses superior advantage and importance in voyage discovery and maritime development especially during the Age of Discovery. Belem Tower: Officially the Tower of Saint Vincent, this 16th-century fortification tower was served as a ceremonial gateway to Portuguese explorers during Europe’s Age of Discovery and is now the iconic structure of the port of Lisbon. It was built during the peak of Portuguese Renaissance and is a typical example of its late Gothic style. Along with the nearby Jeronimos Monastery, it was classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. Sintra: One of the most urbanized and densely populated cities of Portugal. It is also a major tourists’ destination presenting picturesque scenery of historic palaces, castles and wonderful natural landscapes, thus earning the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation and top rank as one of the best places to live in Portugal.
• Day   5

  Lisbon - Cristo Rei (optional) - Evora - St. Francis Church (admission incl.) - Seville, Spain - Flamingo Show & Dinner (optional)
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: On Own
  
   [Seville] AC Hotel by Marriott Sevilla Forum or similar
  [Cristo Rei] A monumental statue of Christ high above the south bank of the Tagus; its viewpoint commands sweeping vistas of Lisbon, the river and the 25 de Abril Bridge. [Évora] A UNESCO-listed city with roots in Roman times, where whitewashed, yellow-trimmed lanes, historic squares and monuments create the distinctive character of Alentejo. [Chapel of Bones] Hidden within the Church of São Francisco, this 17th-century chapel is lined with human bones and skulls, creating a striking meditation on life and time. [Seville] One of Andalusia's most captivating historic cities, where Moorish heritage, Christian tradition and the exuberant spirit of southern Spain meet in the birthplace of Flamenco.
• Day   6

  Seville - Plaza de Espana - Gibraltar, British Overseas Territory - St. Michael’s Cave (admission incl.) - Costa del Sol, Spain
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: On Own
  
   [Costa del Sol Area] Hilton Garden Inn Malaga or similar
  Plaza de Espana: The Plaza de España was built in 1928 for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929. The complex is a huge half-circle with buildings continually running around the edge accessible over the moat by numerous bridges representing the four ancient kingdoms of Spain. In the centre is the Vicente Traver fountain. By the walls of the Plaza are many tiled alcoves, each representing a different province of Spain. St. Michael’s Cave: Located at the Upper Rock Nature Reserve in Gibraltar, St. Michael Cave is actually a complex of limestone caves of 200 meter deep and bottomless long. The discovery of a Neolithic bowl in 1974 proved that the Cave might have existed since the prehistoric times. The largest chamber of the Cave, named “First Hall”, serves as an auditorium for events and concerts with seating capacity of 400. Another remarkable chamber, glimmering with multi-colour stalactite columns, resembles a cathedral with pulpit, chancel and organ pipes. The immersive light and sound installation expresses layer upon layer of history fused with the rock, making St. Michael’s Cave one of Gibraltar’s top tourist attractions. Costa del Sol: Literally “Coast of the Sun”, the region was formed by several small fishing settlements extending along 150 km of the coastline of southern Spain and is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, thanking to its mild climate, sandy beaches, picturesque landscapes and extended sunny days throughout the year.
• Day   7

  Costa del Sol - Mijas – Cordoba - Mosque Cathedral (admission incl.)
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: Local Western Cuisine
  
   [Córdoba] Hotel Eurostars Patios de Córdoba or similar
  Mijas: Mijas in the Costa del Sol is one of the most picturesque White Villages in Andalusia. Nestling in the mountains and facing the Mediterranean Sea, the village keeps the typical Mediterranean charm and romance. Mosque Cathedral of Cordoba: Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, this monumental architecture proposes the beautiful complexity of the integration of the most diverse building and artistic styles. From Hellenism to the Baroque, through the caliphal splendour, it gives us a complete and unique vision of art history and a rich blend between cultures. Its Bell Tower is also no doubt one of the most iconic landmarks of the city of Cordoba. You will enjoy a thrilling perspective of this historic site and the city on top of the tower.
• Day   8

  Cordoba – Consuegra Windmills (admission incl.) - Toledo – Toledo Cathedral (admission incl.) – Madrid
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: Local Western Cuisine
  
   [Madrid] Hotel Crowne Plaza Madrid Airport or similar
  [Consuegra Windmills] Classic white windmills crown the hills of La Mancha beside an ancient castle, evoking the legendary scenes of Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote. [Historic Toledo] This hilltop UNESCO World Heritage city is famed as the 'City of Three Cultures,' where Christian, Jewish and Islamic heritage meets along winding medieval streets. [Toledo Cathedral] One of Spain's finest Gothic cathedrals, with a majestic exterior and sumptuous interior of ornate altarpieces, intricate woodcarving and sacred art.
• Day   9

  Royal Palace (admission incl.) - Plaza Mayor - Puerta del Sol - Plaza de Colon - Segovia - Aqueduct – Alcazar (admission incl.) - Madrid - Traditional Bullfight Show (optional)
  
   B: Hotel / L: Roast Suckling Pig at a Century-Old Restaurant / D: On Own
  
   [Madrid] Hotel Crowne Plaza Madrid Airport or similar
  [Royal Palace of Madrid] Spain's most representative royal palace pairs monumental Neoclassical architecture with lavish state rooms, revealing the splendour of the Spanish monarchy. [Plaza Mayor] A historic square enclosed by elegant red façades and arcades, bearing witness to centuries of Madrid life and preserving the atmosphere of the old city. [Puerta del Sol] Madrid's lively central square and the symbolic heart of Spain, home to the Kilometre Zero marker and the city's iconic Bear and Strawberry Tree statue. [Plaza de Colón] An important city square honouring explorer Christopher Columbus, where a monumental memorial meets Madrid's modern urban landscape. [Roman Aqueduct] Segovia is a UNESCO-listed hilltop city famed for its Roman aqueduct, medieval castle and historic quarter. Built without mortar from massive granite blocks over 2,000 years ago, the aqueduct's 167 arches sweep majestically across the city centre. [Alcázar of Segovia] One of the world's most celebrated medieval castles, this UNESCO-listed fortress was built for defence before becoming a royal residence.
• Day   10

  Madrid (High-Speed AVE Train) - Barcelona - La Rambla - Montserrat (Optional)
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: Tapas & Iberian Ham
  
   [Barcelona] Hotel NH Sants Barcelona or similar
  [La Rambla] Barcelona's best-known promenade stretches about 1.2 kilometres past historic buildings, flower stalls, markets and street life - an ideal place to feel the city's energy. [Montserrat] Distinctive serrated peaks rise around an ancient monastery, one of Catalonia's most important spiritual and cultural landmarks, in a setting of dramatic natural beauty.
• Day   11

  Sagrada Familia (admission incl.) - Park Guell (admission incl.) - Casa Mila (admission incl.) - Casa Batllo - Free at Leisure - Spanish Seafood Dinner (optional)
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: On Own
  
   [Barcelona] Hotel NH Sants Barcelona or similar
  [Sagrada Família] Gaudí's defining masterpiece astonishes with soaring spires and symbolic sculpture; inside, coloured light pours through stained glass into a forest-like nave. [Park Güell] Gaudí blends architecture, nature and fairytale imagination through flowing forms, colourful mosaics and fanciful structures, with sweeping views over Barcelona. [Casa Milà] One of Gaudí's most revolutionary residences, with a wave-like stone façade and an iconic rooftop of sculptural chimneys and ventilation towers. [Casa Batlló] Gaudí's imaginative landmark captivates with flowing curves, vivid mosaics and a dragon-like roof. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it remains an icon of Barcelona.
• Day   12

  Barcelona ✈ Hometown
  
   B: Hotel / L: On Own / D: On Own
  After breakfast, transfer to airport for return flight to hometown.