Madrid, Oporto, Lisboa end Madrid Slow (2025)

Jour 1

Welcome! Upon arrival, we’ll provide a transfer to the hotel, where you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll receive information about the start of your tour, either in person or through the information signs located at the hotel reception.

Jour 2

Today, we’ll begin with a panoramic tour of Madrid, exploring the lively city center, the beautiful Plaza Mayor, and its grand avenues and fountains. During the tour, we’ll also stroll through the gorgeous Retiro Park, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Additionally, we’ll include admission to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium home of Real Madrid, considered by many to be the best football club in the world. You’ll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor.

Jour 3

Jour 4

Early departure from Madrid to Castilla. We´ll begin with a brief stop at The Four Posts, a famous viewpoint offering magnificent views of the walls of Ávila. Near the border with Portugal, we´ll visit Ciudad Rodrigo to explore its cathedral, ancient walls, and medieval streets. Continuing our journey towards Portugal, we´ll arrive in Porto for a sightseeing tour of this city, the second-largest urban area in Portugal renowned for its wines. After the city tour, we´ll visit a century-old winery. You´ll also have free time to explore at your leisure.Note: If the number of passengers between Madrid and Porto is very small, this segment may be conducted by plane, in which case the stop in Ciudad Rodrigo will be canceled.

Jour 5

We’ll head south, starting with a visit to Coimbra, the third-largest city in Portugal, known for its historic university and charming steep streets. Next, we’ll stop at the Batalha Monastery, an impressive medieval building where kings are buried. Afterward, we’ll have time for lunch and a stroll in Nazaré, a fishing town and seaside resort. Here, we’ll take the “elevator” up to the old city for stunning ocean views. On our way to Lisbon, we’ll stop in Óbidos, one of the most beautiful towns in Portugal, with its white streets full of flowers. We’ll arrive in Lisbon in the evening.

Jour 6

In the morning, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. We’ll also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail to cross the oceans in the 15th century. Free time in the afternoon to walk and go to the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint; if you’d like to, you could take an optional trip to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.

Jour 7

Enjoy a free day to take in the charm of this city, exploring and discovering its memorable places.

Jour 8

We’ll depart from Portugal early, crossing the picturesque region of Alentejo. Our journey will include a coffee stop in Estremoz, a charming town known for its medieval castle, cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, and calming atmosphere, all of which reflect Portuguese authenticity. We’ll then cross into Spain. In Cáceres, you’ll have the chance to enjoy lunch and explore its historic center, renowned as one of the best-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complexes in the world. We’ll continue to Madrid, arriving in the evening.

Jour 9

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.