Lisbon, Seville & Madrid
9 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Coimbra, Lisbon, Seville, Cordoba
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6790-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 43
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
This affordable tour of Spain and Portugal introduces you to fascinating Iberian cities and exciting cultural discoveries. Spend three nights in Madrid, two nights in both Seville and Lisbon, and one night in Coimbra and enjoy sightseeing with a Local Guide—an expert in the city’s history and sights—in Lisbon, Seville, and Madrid. The included city tours focuse on the must-see sights, including Seville's impressive Plaza d’Espana, built for the Ibero-American Exposition in 1929, and Lisbon's Belem Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built around 1514 to commemorate the expedition of Vasco de Gama and to defend the port of Lisbon. Admire the impressive architecture of the wide alleys crossing Madrid’s city centre. Visit highlights on this affordable tour of Spain and Portugal include the Marian Sanctuary at Fátima, a popular pilgrimage site where the Virgin Mary appeared to three local children in 1917. Explore Obidos, a fortified city still flanked by towers and bastions overlooking the countryside dotted with windmills, Moorish Cordoba, and Salamanca, where you can stroll the Plaza Mayor, considered the most beautiful square in Spain. From the larger cities to the idyllic countryside and landscapes, this value-minded tour through Spain and Portugal is sure to delight.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Madrid, Spain
Location: Madrid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Melia Barajas
Meals Included: Dinner
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring lively Madrid. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2 : Madrid - Ávila - Salamanca - Coimbra, Portugal
Location: Coimbra
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel D. Luis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit fortified Ávila with its intact medieval city walls, then stop in Salamanca. Be sure to spend some time wandering around Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor, considered the most beautiful square in Spain. Travel through the valley of the Serra da Estrela on your way to Coimbra in Portugal. Today’s Distance: 329 mi/ 530 km
Day 3 : Coimbra - Fatima - Obidos - Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Roma
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy an orientation tour of Coimbra, strategically situated on a hill overlooking the Mondego River. Continue to Fátima to visit the Sanctuary, a catholic pilgrimage site where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children—Francisco, Jacinth, and Lucia—on May 13, 1917. On to Obidos, a fortified city still flanked by towers and bastions overlooking the countryside dotted with windmills. Overnight in Lisbon. Today’s Distance: 177 mi/ 285 km
Day 4 : Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Roma
Meals Included: Breakfast
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square, and other highlights on your guided city tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure in the Alfama’s tile-decorated streets or discover the Portuguese Riviera by joining our optional excursion.
Day 5 : Lisbon - Seville, Spain
Location: Seville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Don Paco
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive through the Alentejo countryside, famous for its cork production. Continue south as far as the sunny Algarve region on your way to delightful Seville. Today’s Distance: 287 mi/ 462 km
Day 6 : Seville
Location: Seville
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Don Paco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Seville is one of Spain’s most vibrant cities. Enjoy an included sightseeing tour with all the main highlights, including the iconic Plaza de España.
Day 7 : Seville - Cordoba - Madrid
Location: Cordoba
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Melia Barajas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Cordoba, Spain’s most Moorish city with its Mezquita, which is rightly known as one of Islam’s greatest pieces of architecture outside the Arab world. On through the very heart of La Mancha, famed for its castles and windmills, to Madrid. This evening, why not join the optional traditional tapas dinner and highlights of Madrid? Today’s Distance: 342 mi/ 550 km
Day 8 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Melia Barajas
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, enjoy free time in Madrid or join the fascinating optional trip to Toledo. The splendid setting of this old walled city above the Tagus River was made famous in El Greco’s painting—even now, it’s like a great open-air museum of Spanish history and art. Later, join the included Madrid city sightseeing. As the capital of Spain and situated 2,180 feet above sea level, the Spaniards call Madrid the nearest thing to Heaven.
Day 9 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the Melia Barajas in Madrid, Hotel D. Luis in Coimbra, Hotel Roma in Lisbon, Hotel Don Paco in Seville, and Hotel Praga in Madrid. Each hotel offers unique amenities such as fitness rooms, rooftop pools, and convenient locations near city centers and transport links.
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Transport
Travel comfortably by coach through Portugal and Spain, covering significant distances each day. Enjoy scenic drives through the Alentejo countryside, the valley of the Serra da Estrela, and the heart of La Mancha, with stops at key historical and cultural sites.
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Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 3 dinners.
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided city tours in Lisbon and Seville, including visits to key landmarks such as the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and the Plaza de España.
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Sightseeing
Visit fortified Ávila with its intact medieval city walls, Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor, the Sanctuary in Fátima, and the Mezquita in Cordoba.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions such as the Portuguese Riviera tour in Lisbon and the traditional tapas dinner in Madrid are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from Madrid are not included.
UNESCO Sites
Belem Tower in Lisbon|Cathedral in Seville|Historic Centre of Cordoba|Old City of Salamanca|Old Town of Avila with its Extra muros Churches|Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro, a landscape of Arts and Sciences
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 3 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably by coach through Portugal and Spain, covering significant distances each day. Enjoy scenic drives through the Alentejo countryside, the valley of the Serra da Estrela, and the heart of La Mancha, with stops at key historical and cultural sites.
Check out our Q&As
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Are there any UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Belem Tower in Lisbon, the Cathedral in Seville, the Historic Centre of Cordoba, the Old City of Salamanca, the Old Town of Avila with its Extra muros Churches, and Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro in Madrid.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Some key highlights of the tour include visiting fortified Ávila with its intact medieval city walls, exploring Salamanca's Plaza Mayor, touring the Sanctuary in Fátima, seeing the Belem Tower and the Moorish Citadel in Lisbon, and enjoying a sightseeing tour of Seville including the iconic Plaza de España.
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Is there any free time during the tour to explore on my own?
Yes, there are several opportunities for free time during the tour. For example, on the first day in Madrid, you have the rest of the day free to start exploring the city. Additionally, there is free time in Lisbon and Madrid on specific days.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional excursions available. For instance, in Lisbon, you can join an optional excursion to discover the Portuguese Riviera. In Madrid, there is an optional traditional tapas dinner and highlights of Madrid, as well as an optional trip to Toledo.
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
Travel comfortably by coach through Portugal and Spain, covering significant distances each day. Enjoy scenic drives through the Alentejo countryside, the valley of the Serra da Estrela, and the heart of La Mancha, with stops at key historical and cultural sites.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in comfort at the Melia Barajas in Madrid, Hotel D. Luis in Coimbra, Hotel Roma in Lisbon, Hotel Don Paco in Seville, and Hotel Praga in Madrid. Each hotel offers unique amenities such as fitness rooms, rooftop pools, and convenient locations near city centers and transport links.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes buffet breakfasts daily and 3 dinners.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cosmos requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.