Madrid to Lisbon Tours

What our customers ask about Madrid to Lisbon Tours

• What would a typical day-by-day itinerary look like between Madrid and Lisbon?

  The journey begins in Madrid where travelers explore the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor. The route continues to Toledo to see medieval architecture then moves south to Cordoba's La Mezquita mosque. Subsequent days take visitors through Granada's Alhambra Palace and Seville's cathedral and Santa Cruz quarter before crossing into Portugal via Évora's Roman ruins. The trip concludes in Lisbon's Belém district with excursions to nearby towns like Sintra. Hotels along the route include properties like the Gran Hotel Luna in Granada and VIP Executive in Lisbon. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The itinerary was well-planned with a good mix of travel stops guided tours and free time."

• What are the most common destinations visited between Madrid and Lisbon?

  Key stops between these two capitals include Toledo Córdoba Granada Seville and Évora. These cities are known for their historical significance with highlights such as Toledo's medieval streets Córdoba's Mezquita mosque-cathedral the majestic Alhambra Palace in Granada and Seville's Plaza de España. Many tours also include side trips to Ronda Sintra and Cascais. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The itinerary was perfect for first-timers in Spain and Portugal with an excellent mix of must-see attractions and charming smaller towns."

• What's the average price range for Madrid to Lisbon tours?

  Daily rates for these tours range from USD 115-850 with complete tour prices starting at USD 913 for basic 8-day journeys and reaching USD 7,640 for premium 14-day experiences that include river cruising. Higher-end tours like the 14-day Douro Delights feature luxury stays at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz in Lisbon and time aboard the MS Estrela river cruise ship. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Good value for money. Excellent deal. We enjoyed the trip."

• What is the distance covered on a typical Madrid to Lisbon tour route?

  Direct routes between Madrid and Lisbon span 650-1000 kilometers but most tours take scenic paths through Andalusia and central Portugal extending the journey to 1,500-2,000 kilometers. The 6-day Andalucia Discovery route for instance travels through Toledo (658 km from Madrid to Lisbon) with additional stops in Cordoba Granada and the Algarve region. The route showcases diverse landscapes from Spain's coastal regions to Portugal's wine country.

• What is the typical length of tours from Madrid to Lisbon?

  Most tours span 6-14 days with 8-12 days being the most common duration. Shorter trips like the Andalucia Discovery complete the journey in 6 days covering Toledo Cordoba and the Algarve while extended itineraries such as the Douro Delights offer 14 days of exploration including river cruising. A TourRadar traveler commented: "We had an amazing time lots of places we have seen in Spain and Portugal in a limited time. The tour was well organised."

• What are the main cities and attractions visited between Madrid and Lisbon?

  The route connects major cities including Toledo Cordoba Seville Granada and Évora. Notable stops feature Cordoba's La Mezquita mosque-cathedral Granada's Alhambra Palace Seville's Plaza de España and Mérida's Roman ruins. Many tours also explore the Costa del Sol and Algarve regions. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour covered all the places I wanted to revisit. The transportation and accommodation suited my needs and we got to visit stunning highlights in both countries."