9D8N A CULTURAL TOUR OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

Arrived at Madrid Barajas International Airport you will transfer to the hotel, free time on your own, check in hotel & overnight at Madrid *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, today you will start the tour with passing by the Cibeles Fountain, and then arrive and visit Plaza Mayor - Piazza di Spagna - Royal Palace of Madrid. The Royal Palace of Madrid was built by the Spanish Royal Family, showing the magnificent and splendid former empire and its historical grandeur. Then you will arrive at the Puerta del Sol, a public square in Madrid. You can find the Km 0 square tile on the pavement, which represents the Puerta del Sol, the centre of the radial network of Spanish roads. In the afternoon, head to Zaragoza. After arriving in Zaragoza, you will visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, which is a Roman Catholic Church in the city. The Basilica venerates the Blessed Virgin Mary, praised as "Mother of the Hispanic People". It is reputed to be the first church dedicated to Mary in history. There are a lot of coffee shops and restaurants around the Basilica. Transfer to the hotel for check in, overnight at Zaragoza or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, depart for the famous coastal city of Barcelona. Upon arrival, explore the vibrant and charming city, including the following sights: Columbus Monument - La Rambla Boulevard. Then, visit Barcelona's most iconic landmark, the Sagrada Família, a masterpiece by the architectural genius Antoni Gaudí, known as the "Poet of Architecture." Afterward, stop by Camp Nou stadium for an exterior photo opportunity and to purchase souvenirs. Next, visit the Olympic Stadium on Montjuïc Hill, which hosted the 1992 Olympic Games. From the hilltop, enjoy a panoramic view of the city. The remaining time will be free for exploring the bustling Plaça de Catalunya. Arrived at hotel for check in, overnight in Barcelona or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, this morning you will head to Spain’s third largest city, Valencia. In Valencia's history, it’s commercially and culturally rich, with Moorish and Arab culture and food. Although today’s Valencia is less prominent, it’s still an important city for large commerce exhibitions and trade fairs to be held in throughout the year. Upon arrival, you will visit the Modernisme Plaza of the City Hall of Valencia, Valencia’s Ancient City Gates and the Valencia Cathedral, where the true Holy Grail is preserved, a photo stop at Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. After the tour the day is rounded off with a drive into Alicante. Back to hotel, overnight at Alicante or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, continue visit Granada on the plateau of the Andalusian province. This historic city has been ruled by the Visigoths and Arabs. It became the last stronghold of the Arab dynasty during its eight-hundred year-long rule of the Iberian Peninsula. In the 15th century. You would enter and visit the Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, also known as the Red Palace. Alternatively, heading to visit the old city of Granada, with its exquisite and delicate architecture. Following that, embark on a drive to the Mijas, a self-paid group activity, to visit famous white village and winding streets, charming nooks and crannies, flower decked house and numerous tiny squares. Arrived at hotel for check in, overnight in Granada or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out hotel, in the morning Embark on a self-paid group activity in the morning and head to Ronda, the birthplace of Spanish bullfighters. Ronda proudly holds the distinction of being home to Spain's oldest bullring, where the love, hatred, and passion of the fighters of that era were witnessed. Then tour will go northbound to Seville, was the capital of the Muslim dynasty. Upon arrival, you will visit the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. Its completion dates back to the early 16th century and now the cathedral halls serve as the Royal Chapel, the burial place of the kings for over a century. From there onwards you will see the Alcázar of Seville, which used to be a Muslim palace and a Spanish Royal Palace. It was registered in 1987 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Walk to Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro (the Tower of Gold) and Maria Luisa Park. In Plaza de España (Spain Square), you can admire crafted porcelain paintings, detailing the history and elegance of historical Spain. Transfer to Hotel, overnight at Seville or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, departs for the capital and the largest city of Portugal, Lisbon. You are expected to arrive in Cabo da Roca (Cape Roca) in the afternoon. At the cape, you can see the enormous Atlantic Ocean surrounded by endless scenery. Don’t forget to buy the remembrance certificate to prove that you once set foot on the west point. Later we will head back to the Lisbon City centre and visit the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both were classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Belem Tower was important during the Age of Discovery, as this was the place where the ships would depart. The Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most prominent examples of Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon. You will pass through the Marquis of Pombal Square and then stop at the Rossio Square for some free time. Those who are interested in Portuguese custard tarts can taste the authentic ones at a century-old bakery. Transfer to hotel for check in, overnight at Lisbon or nearby city *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, drive back to Madrid via Toledo, a World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO in 1986 for its extensive cultural and monumental heritage. This old city is located on a mountaintop, surrounded on three sides by a bend in the Tagus River, and contains many historical buildings. By strolling across the city, overlooking the Alcázar of Toledo and visiting the grand structure of the Toledo Cathedral, you will feel the bustling of Spain in the old time. Then take a well-earned rest as you sit back, drive through the breath-taking landscape of Spain and enjoy its rich palette of colours in natural surroundings, while you journey to Madrid. Arrived at hotel for check in, overnight at Madrid or nearby cities *3/Similar.

Breakfast at hotel and check out process, free time on your own. Then you will transfer tO Airport for flight to Origin.