About this trip
This 9-day coach tour covers two countries in one go, starting in Madrid and working through some of Spain and Portugal's best-known cities. You'll take in Toledo, Granada, Seville and Ronda before crossing into Portugal for the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto, then finish back in Spain at Salamanca and Avila.
It's a wide sweep rather than a deep dive — architecture, old towns, local food and a fair bit of history, with flamenco and tapas along the way. Good for a first look at both countries if you'd rather cover ground than settle into one place.
What you'll do
- Explore Madrid's streets and architecture
- Wander the old town of Toledo
- See Granada and Seville
- Visit Ronda's Puente Nuevo bridge
- Take in the Algarve coast and Lisbon in Portugal
- Explore Porto and finish in Salamanca and Avila
- Coach-based tour with a new city every day or two — expect a fast pace
- Suits travellers who want a broad overview of Spain and Portugal rather than time to settle in
- Family-friendly group format
Worth it if you want knowledgeable guides and good pacing through Spain and Portugal. Think twice if you need decent hotels, quality included meals, or a smaller group.
- Tour guides Gustavo and Ricardo were exceptionally knowledgeable, approachable, and found best vantage points consistently.
- Hotel quality deteriorates noticeably as the trip progresses; rooms become small, dated, and lack basic facilities like kettles.
- Included meals are disappointing; restaurant choices and food quality felt poor value, especially for tasting local Spanish cuisine.
- Large group sizes reported (49 people on bus), and dragging your own bags in and out of hotels throughout.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £1,030, about 30% below the priciest month (Sep).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Madrid · 13 Aug – 14 Aug
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