17 Day Portugal, Andalucia & Morocco from Madrid (C-2175)

About this experience

Experience an extraordinary 17-day journey across three nations where history, culture, and beauty intertwine — from the heart of Spain to the vibrant colours of Morocco. Begin in Madrid and venture through the enchanting cities of Salamanca, Porto, Coimbra, Fátima, and Lisbon, uncovering centuries of art, architecture, and tradition along the way. Continue south through Andalusia, visiting Seville, Córdoba, and Granada, to discover the enduring legacy of Moorish Spain in its majestic mosques, gardens, and palaces. Cross the legendary Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco, where Tangier’s cosmopolitan energy, Rabat’s royal landmarks, Casablanca’s modern elegance, and Marrakesh’s exotic medina capture the imagination. Wander through bustling souks, admire grand mosques, and relax in timeless riads, all while enjoying guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and thoughtfully planned leisure moments. From historic plazas and flamenco nights to desert winds and ocean views, this remarkable tour invites travellers to experience the essence of the Mediterranean world — a perfect fusion of passion, history, and romance connecting Europe and Africa.

Experience type

Multi day tour

Duration

17 days

Booking in advance

Book at least 1 weeks in advance. Before the tour starts.

Live tour guide

Spanish, English

Categories

Bus or minivan tour · Bus tour · Arts and culture · Multiday

What's included

• Accommodation and daily buffet breakfast. • 1 lunch and 11 dinners. • Transportation by air conditioned coach. • Sightseeing tour with local guide in Porto, Lisbon, Sevilla, Cordoba, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Granada and Toledo. • Tickets: Mosque in Cordoba and Alhambra in Granada*. • Bilingual Tour guide (Spanish and English). • Travel Insurance. • Fast-Ferry tickets. • Visit to a wine cellar with a tasting of Porto wine. • Municipal Taxes in Portugal. ACCOMMODATION • Twin Room: Shared room for two passengers. This room contains two separate single beds • Single Room: Individual room for use of one passenger only • Triple Room: A triple room is a lodging option designed to accommodate three passengers sharing one room, with a bed configuration (according to the hotel availability) that can be two separate single beds and one sofa-bed, three single beds, or a combination of one double bed and one single bed. Selected Hotels or similar • Porto: Rubens Hotels Gaia F • Lisbon: Lutecia F • Sevilla: Eurostars Al-Ándalus Palace F • Cordoba: Exe Ciudad de Córdoba F Crisol Jardines de Córdoba F Exe Las Adelfas F • Costa del Sol: Sol Príncipe (Torremolinos) F Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo F Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro F • Casablanca: Oum Palace / Kenzi Basma F • Marrakesh: Zalagh Kasbah / Al Andalous F • Tangier: Hilton Garden Inn / Kenzi Solazur F • Granada: Saray F

Please note

• A minimum of 12 passengers is required to operate the tour. In exceptional circumstances, if the number of registered passengers should fall below the required minimum and in order to maintain our commitment to guaranteed departures, the tour may proceed without a guide, accompanied instead by an expert driver/guide. • Not wheelchair accessible • Animals or Pets NOT allowed • Due to coach capacity limitations, each passenger is allowed one suitcase (maximum 20 kg) and one carry-on bag • In Morocco, passengers are required to clear customs with their own luggage. • The portion of Morocco can be modified without substantial variation of services

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1

   (Tuesday) MADRID - SALAMANCA - PORTO (560 km)

   Departure from our bus terminal at 7:30 a.m. towards Salamanca, an ancient and monumental university city. Free time to stroll through the historic centre and discover its famous Baroque-style Plaza Mayor. We then continue to Porto. Accommodations.

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   Day 2

   (Wednesday) PORTO

   Breakfast. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the cathedral, the Stock Exchange, and the Church of Santa Clara, ending with a visit to a local wine cellar to taste the world-renowned “Port wine.” Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodations.

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   Day 3

   (Thursday) PORTO - COIMBRA - FATIMA - LISBON (338 km)

   Breakfast and departure to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and birthplace of fado. Free time. We continue to Fátima, an important pilgrimage centre. Free time to visit the Basilica and Sanctuary. Afterwards, we proceed to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Accommodations. In the evening, option to attend a traditional fado performance.

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   Day 4

   (Friday) LISBON

   Breakfast. In the morning, panoramic tour of this beautiful city, located at the mouth of the Tagus River: Park Viewpoint, Edward VII Square, Rossio Square, Liberdade Avenue, Madragoa District (where Fado, the traditional Portugues music was born). We continue on to the Belem District to see the famous Tower, Monument to the Discoveries and the Jerónimos Monastery. Afternoon at leisure. Optional excursion recommended to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. Accommodations.

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   Day 5

   (Saturday) LISBON - MERIDA - SEVILLA (480 km)

   Breakfast. Departure towards the Spanish border to arrive in Merida. Free time to explore its impressive archaeological complex, featuring the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, both declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lunch at leisure. Afterwards, we continue along the “Autovía de la Plata” (Silver Route) towards Andalucia to arrive in Sevilla. Dinner and accommodations.

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   Day 6

   (Sunday) SEVILLA

   Breakfast. Morning city sightseeing tour, including María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the exterior of the city’s stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and the typical neighborhood of Santa Cruz with its streets, squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit to the Maestranza bullring. Lunch at your own. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show. Accommodations.

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   Day 7

   (Monday) SEVILLA - CORDOBA (145 km)

   Breakfast. Departure to Cordoba, at our arrival we start our walking tour starting at Almodovar Gate through the Jewish Quarter and continue for visiting the famous Mosque/Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and accommodations

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   Day 8

   (Tuesday) CORDOBA-RONDACOSTA DEL SOL (322 km)

   Breakfast. Then departure to the Route of the White Villages and Ronda. Free time. Continuation to Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations

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   Day 9

   (Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL

   Half board. Full day at your own leisure. Optional Tours

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    Day 10

    (Thursday) COSTA DEL SOL

    Half board. Full day at leisure in this cosmopolitan resort of the Spanish Costa del Sol.

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    Day 11

    (Friday) COSTA DEL SOL – TANGIER – RABAT – CASABLANCA (Ferry) (560 km)

    Early departure from the Costa del Sol to Tarifa, the symbolic point where Europe almost touches Africa. Ferry crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar and arrival in Tangier, the White City that has always attracted artists and travellers. Stroll around the port and free time to discover the souk and historic quarters, breathing in the cultural mix that defines the city. Continue to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco: visit the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, two landmarks that combine history with monumental architecture. The Hassan Tower was designed in the 12th century to be the tallest minaret in the Islamic world, but remained unfinished after an earthquake. After lunch, continue to Casablanca, the Atlantic metropolis. Arrival, dinner and accommodations

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    Day 12

    (Saturday) CASABLANCA - MARRAKESH (245 km)

    Breakfast. Panoramic tour of Casablanca to discover its cosmopolitan character and seafront boulevards. Exterior stop at the Hassan II Mosque, one of the great modern masterpieces of the Islamic world, with its 210-metre minaret – the tallest in the world (optional interior visit). Departure inland to Marrakesh. Afternoon at leisure for a first encounter with the medina and Jemaa el Fna Square, the vibrant heart of street life and local culture. Dinner and accommodations.

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    Day 13

    (Sunday) MARRAKESH

    Breakfast. Full-day tour of Marrakesh’s main highlights: the Bahia Palace with its courtyards and ornate decorations, the Menara Gardens, and the Koutoubia Mosque (exterior). Stroll through the souks to admire traditional crafts, trades and colours, before arriving at Jemaa el Fna Square, where the atmosphere comes alive with musicians, storytellers and food stalls. Afternoon at leisure to explore riads, workshops or enjoy a traditional hammam (optional). Dinner and accommodations

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    Day 14

    (Monday) MARRAKESH – MOHAMMEDIA – TANGIER (578 km)

    Breakfast. Northwards departure with a stop in Mohammedia, a charming coastal town famous for its beaches and fresh seafood. Formerly known as “Fédala” during the colonial period, today it is one of the country’s main oil ports. Free time for lunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Continue by road to Tangier, arriving at sunset. Evening at leisure to stroll along the boulevard by the port or relax at the hotel. Dinner and accommodations

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    Day 15

    (Tuesday) TANGIER -TARIFA - COSTA DEL SOL (Ferry) (186 km)

    Breakfast. Transfer to the port and ferry crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar. Arrival in Tarifa and continuation by road to the Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodations.

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    Day 16

    (Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL - GRANADA* (180 km)

    Breakfast. Departure to Granada. Visit to the spectacuar group of monuments of the Alhambra and Generalife, former residence of the Moorish kings, with its magnificent fountains, gardens and arches. Dinner and accommodations. Optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte and attend a typical show of gipsy flamenco.

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    Day 17

    (Thursday) GRANADA - TOLEDO - MADRID (446 km)

    Breakfast and departure towards the Imperial City of Toledo, full of history and monuments. Lunch and panoramic view from Mirador del Valle and walk through it´s old town. Continuation back to Madrid. Arrival and end of our services.

Meeting point

VPT Tours & Activities Calle de Ferraz 3, 28008, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, ES

Pick up

Pickup is not provided.

Cancellation policy · Twin room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Cancellation policy · Single Room

VPT 2025 -27

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–48 hours before departure: 40% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 48–216 hours before departure: 35% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 216–336 hours before departure: 25% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 336–600 hours before departure: 15% cancellation fee.

Good to know

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