Budget Tours & Trips to Portugal and Spain
Picture walking through Girona's medieval center, where the houses by the river are painted bright colors, alongside Barcelona with Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia. You'll see a live Flamenco show in Seville that will give you goosebumps, learn about famous places like Madrid's Royal Palace, and visit Sintra and Cabo da Roca near Lisbon. A trip to Europe that won't cost a lot of money.
10 best cheap Portugal And Spain tour packages
Compiled by
MelissaPortugal and Spain travel expert at TourRadar
- 23D Spain Portugal Morocco Premium Small Grp Tour
- 18-Day Tour to Portugal, Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid
- 14-Day Portugal, Andalucia & Morocco
- 21-Day Madrid, Spain, Portugal & Morocco
- 13-Day Tour to Northern Spain and Portugal
- Santiago to Portugal, Morocco & Madrid - 19 days
- Iberian North Discovery (Superior) - 16 days
- Great Iberian Tour
- Wonders of Portugal and Spain: A 12-Day Adventure
- Best of Galicia Spain & Portugal - 10 Days
The 22-day tour features accommodations at HF Fenix Ipanema in Porto and Catalonia Barcelona Plaza for approx. $200 per day. Includes daily breakfast, UNESCO site tours, Porto wine tasting, and Lisbon's Alfama quarter visits.
Duration 23 days Destinations Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar, Morocco Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $357 Operator Julia Travel From
- US$8,219
18-Day Tour to Portugal, Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid
“Fascinating places made more fascinating by the excellent multilingual guides.”
Margaret, traveled in July
Portuguese-Spanish tour costs approx. $200 daily with stays at Roma Lisbon and AC Porto hotels. Includes port wine tastings, Douro River cruise, and guided tours of Lisbon's Belem Tower.
Duration 18 days Destinations Spain, Portugal, Morocco Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $287 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
- US$5,173
Duration 14 days Destinations Spain, Portugal, Morocco Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $179 Operator VPT Tours From
- US$2,509
Duration 21 days Destinations Spain, Portugal, Morocco Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $159 Operator VPT Tours From
- US$3,329+$133 upfront costs
Take in Porto's delights at approx. $210 per day with included Douro River cruises and port wine tastings. Rest at budget-friendly hotels like AC Porto and Roma Lisbon. Free time allows visits to Coimbra's ancient university and optional Fado dinner shows in Lisbon.
Duration 13 days Destinations Spain, France, Portugal Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $216 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
- US$2,815
Duration 19 days Destinations Spain, Portugal, Morocco Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $179 Operator On The Go Tours From $4,240
20% Off- US$3,392
Duration 16 days Destinations Spain, France, Portugal Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $232 Operator On The Go Tours From $4,640
20% Off- US$3,712
Great Iberian Tour
“Tour was very well planned out. Guides were excellent.”
Maria, traveled in March
Duration 18 days Destinations Madrid, Merida, Evora, Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, Fatima, Porto, BragaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $162 Operator Europamundo From
20% Off- US$2,907
Four-star hotels and guided tours distinguish this approx. $430 per day package. Includes complimentary transfers, priority access to UNESCO sites like the Alhambra, and authentic cultural experiences.
Duration 12 days Destinations Lisbon, Seville, Granada, Barcelona Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $475 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,199
8% Off- US$5,703
Best of Galicia Spain & Portugal - 10 Days
“As she shared her in-depth understanding and knowledge, she made our excursion meaningful and wonderful.”
Rea, traveled in June
Travel through Portugal and Spain for approx. $230 daily, staying at premium hotels like Holiday Inn Porto Gaia and Oca Puerta del Camino. Includes 5 meals, WiFi-equipped transport, and guided tours of Santiago's Cathedral and Porto's Stock Exchange.
Duration 10 days Destinations Madrid, Leon, Oviedo, A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Vigo, Viana do Castelo, Braga, Porto, CoimbraSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $198 Operator Click Tours From $2,470
20% Off- US$1,976
Budget Tours & Trips to Portugal And Spain Reviews
- Grand Iberian Adventure: Spain and Portugal
The tour itself was great, a terrific learning experience. The fact that I was not informed that we were not travelling with Escapas but with Julia Travels, caused us anxiety and disappointment. We were collected from the train and transported to the hotel so that was encouraging. Arriving at our first accommodation, they had trouble finding our booking and had never heard of Escapas. They did not give me the envelope of information so when it came to the afternoon tour to Toledo we knew it was on but our notes did not give a time or the address of the meeting place. We had asked the morning tour guide for Madrid but she couldn't help, saying we had free time not a tour. After franticly trying to get the information through tour radar messaging and emailing and by ringing the phone numbers for Escapas(which did not answer) we missed Toledo which we had been looking forward to. That evening another couple returning from Toledo told us they had received an envelope of information from the hotel desk. After some time questioning staff, our envelope was found, and there was all the information needed. Julia Travels (or Escapas) had used my middle name as a surname. An annoying start.
- Fátima, Lourdes & Shrines of Spain - Faith-Based Travel
Cosmos coordinated Travel guide, Jorge Leitao, excellent in both organization and knowledge
- 18-Day Tour Portugal & Andalusia & Morocco
Excellent service and support by Rufus at TourRadar and an amazing tour provided by Julia Travels. Highly recommend Julia Travels for any tours in Spain and Portugal. Our 18 days tour was planned and executed perfectly by Roxana. All of my questions and concerns were addressed promptly. Thanks to Rufus at TourRadar, Roxana at Julia, Santiago at Julia, and our tour coordinator/driver Gabriel for making our journey memorable!
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Portugal and Spain
What's the average daily budget I can expect for accommodations on budget tours in Portugal and Spain?
Budget tours in these countries typically cost between $131-165 USD per day. This covers basic needs like lodging transport and select meals. You'll find accommodations such as the Hotel Praga in Madrid or Hotel Roma Lisboa in Lisbon offering 3-4 star comfort. These hotels often sit outside city centers but connect well to public transport networks. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The hotels were of good quality and value even though some were located 20-30 minutes from city centers."
When is the most affordable time to visit Portugal and Spain?
November through March offers the best value while avoiding summer crowds and peak prices. Cities like Porto and Lisbon reduce their rates during these months. The cooler season brings shorter queues at major sites like Granada's Alhambra and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia with occasional low-season prices. A TourRadar reviewer notes: "We went in March and found great deals on hotels plus much shorter lines at major sites."
How much should I budget for optional activities?
Plan for $200-300 USD over a 10-14 day tour for extra experiences. Popular choices include watching flamenco in Seville ($45 USD) enjoying Fado with dinner in Lisbon ($65 USD) or tasting wine in Porto ($35 USD). A TourRadar reviewer shares: "Optional activities added about $250 to our total cost but were worth it for the cultural experiences."
What attractions and entrance fees are typically included in budget tours?
Standard inclusions cover main sites like Granada's Alhambra Palace Cordoba's Mosque Seville Cathedral and Porto's Douro River cruise with wine sampling. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The included activities were well worth it - especially the Alhambra visit and Douro cruise." Extra costs apply for additions like flamenco shows (40-70 USD) or Sintra day trips (40 USD).
What are the most budget-friendly areas to explore in Portugal and Spain?
Porto Salamanca and Granada offer better value than larger cities like Madrid or Barcelona. Portugal's Alentejo region and Spain's Andalusia present cost-effective options with reasonable lodging and dining prices. Travelers note: "Porto and the surrounding areas were surprisingly affordable with excellent food and wine options at reasonable prices."
Are entrance fees included in budget tour prices?
Most tours cover entry to key sites including Granada's Alhambra (40 USD) Seville Cathedral (25 USD) and Porto wine cellars (20 USD). Evening entertainment and special shows usually require additional payment. One TourRadar review states: "Having major entrance fees included was great value though we paid extra for evening entertainment."