Treasures of Spain and Portugal (End Madrid)

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  Dale

  September 24th, 2025
  5
  The tour director Jake Stewart was fantastic. The driver Francisco was excellent
  Traveled in September 2025
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  Thank you for your kind words, we hope you will travel with us again.

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  Marshiene

  May 14th, 2025
  5
  This tour reignited my love of travel. As a solo female traveler in the under-40 crowd, I knew I’d be among mostly...
  This tour reignited my love of travel. As a solo female traveler in the under-40 crowd, I knew I’d be among mostly retirees — and I wasn’t sure what to expect. But this journey turned out to be something truly special, largely thanks to our incredible Tour Director, Areti, and our driver, João (pronounced Jo-Wow, which he indeed was!). Areti has a rare gift: she finds the magic in everything. With grace, intelligence, and genuine passion, she brought history to life in a way that made every destination feel deeply personal and vivid. Her storytelling, calm leadership, and warmth created an atmosphere where every traveler felt seen and cared for. She’s not just a guide — she’s a cultural ambassador and a historical guru with a deeply human touch. João was the perfect counterpart — effortlessly maneuvering a massive coach through narrow roads, mountain curves, and bustling cities with impressive skill. He was friendly, professional, and always made sure we were safe and comfortable. Together, Areti and João made the perfect team — bringing joy, calm, and competence to every mile of the journey. The itinerary was full of rich, layered experiences: from the intricate Moorish tiles and stunning architecture to the vibrant gardens of the Alhambra (even just seeing the gardens was a dream) and the explosion of colorful flowers everywhere we went. We sampled the famous pastéis de nata (custard tarts) in Portugal, snacked on those delightful orange-sweet crackers, and wandered through plazas that echoed with history. It’s worth noting that while this is a coach tour, some sections can be quite physically demanding — extended walking, cobblestone streets, and hilly terrain were common, especially in historic areas. That said, our local guides were wonderful — always kind, full of tips, and made an effort to take breaks when needed. Personally, I enjoyed the pace; I usually lean toward more active, faster-paced trips, so this was a refreshing and more relaxed change for me. Would I recommend this tour? Absolutely — and I’d even bring my parents on it. It’s that well-organized, enriching, and thoughtful. Whether you’re a first-timer in Iberia or returning for more, Treasures of Spain and Portugal with Trafalgar offers a perfect mix of culture, history, food, and scenery — especially if you’re lucky enough to be guided by Areti and João. They made this more than a tour — they made it a memory I’ll carry with me for a lifetime.Show more
  Traveled in April 2025
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  Thank you so much for choosing to travel with us and for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and heartfelt review of your Treasures of Spain and Portugal journey. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that the tour not only met your expectations but reignited your love of travel — there can be no greater compliment. As a solo traveller, especially within a group demographic that may differ from your own, we fully appreciate that there can be some initial uncertainty. It’s wonderful to know that the experience proved to be something truly special and that you felt welcomed and engaged throughout. We are especially grateful for your kind words about the on The Road Team. It’s clear they left a lasting impression, and rightly so the Travel Director’s ability to bring history to life with such passion and humanity is indeed a rare gift, and we are thrilled to hear how her leadership and storytelling enriched your journey. The Coach Driver’s professionalism and skill behind the wheel — not to mention his warmth and good humour — clearly made for the perfect partnership. We will ensure both the Travel Director and Coach Driver receive your generous praise; it means so much to them and to all of us. Your vivid reflections on the itinerary, from the beauty of the Alhambra gardens to the simple pleasure of sampling pastéis de nata, capture exactly the kind of enriching experience we strive to offer. We also appreciate your candid mention of the physical aspects of the tour. While we aim to make our itineraries as accessible as possible, your note will be helpful to future travellers considering the experience. We’re pleased to hear that the pace suited your preferences and that our local guides provided support and consideration throughout. It is especially touching to know that you would recommend this tour to others — even bringing your parents along in the future. Your words affirm the care and thoughtfulness that go into crafting each of our journeys, and we are so grateful to have had you with us on this one. Thank you once again for travelling with Trafalgar. We sincerely hope to welcome you back on another adventure very soon.

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  Lenora

  September 25th, 2024
  5
  Trafalgar is an excellent tour. We saw many things in Spain and Portugal. A mix of historic sites . Walking tours....
  Trafalgar is an excellent tour. We saw many things in Spain and Portugal. A mix of historic sites . Walking tours. Nights out and photo opportunities. Our tour director and drivers were great. Local specialists were knowledgeable and friendly.Show more
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  Traveled in September 2024
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  We are delighted to hear about your positive experience with our On The Road Team. Our speciality is creating unforgettable travel experiences and lifetime memories, and we are grateful to have you as our guest.

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  JamesFadelle

  July 11th, 2024
  4
  The tour was quite good. Stacey the tour director made sure we were on time for all the relevant activities, giving...
  The tour was quite good. Stacey the tour director made sure we were on time for all the relevant activities, giving us all the history concerning the different places. This is a very hectic fast moving tour I think Trafalgar should give a better explanation of fitness level required to undertake such an adventure. Many of the seniors complained of the grueling nature of the walks most of them uphill. There is not much free time to do any sort of shopping or site seeing on your own time if you signed up for all the optional tours. The breakfast was good but you were always feeling rushed to get on the bus never relaxed. The dinners were good and the only time you felt relaxed to enjoy your meal. Francisco the bus driver did an excellent job and he is a very helpful,courteous,gentleman.Show more
  Traveled in June 2024
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the services provided by our On The Road Team and found them exceptional. They are indeed a valuable asset to our company. At Trafalgar, we take pride in our team's professionalism and dedication to outstanding service. However, we understand that ensuring guests visit all the fantastic attractions outlined in our itineraries can lead to busy days and packed schedules. Despite feeling rushed, we are happy to know you enjoyed your tour.

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  Rosemary

  November 4th, 2023
  5
  Well organised, great depth and insight. All hotels were excellent. Trip made all the better by extraordinarily...
  Well organised, great depth and insight. All hotels were excellent. Trip made all the better by extraordinarily superb tour director and driver. Was a very busy tour without much downtime which suited me definitely not to be recommended to anyone with mobility issues.Show more
  Traveled in October 2023
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  Thank you for your positive review during your time in Spain and Portugal. Our Travel Directors and Coach Drivers always strive to bring to life the most memorable trips for our guests, so it's great to hear that this is what you experienced. Even so, we are without a doubt happy to have been given the opportunity to host you with Trafalgar and we hope to welcome you back to travel with us again soon.

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  J. Geoffrey

  September 21st, 2022
  5
  A very comprehensive, informative and enjoyable tour of the Iberian peninsula.
  Traveled in September 2022
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  Thank you for your feedback. We hope you had the chance to immerse yourself in the local culture during your trip to Spain and Portugal and enjoyed the warmth and hospitality of the locals; the delicious cuisine and both countries' rich histories are all unique and enriching aspects of any visit to these beautiful countries.

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  Robert

  September 29th, 2019
  4.5
  Enjoyed everything about our tour.
  Traveled in September 2019
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  Thank you for having taken the time to share your thoughts on the Treasures of Spain and Portugal guided holiday with Trafalgar. Our team strives to create experiences that our guests will truly treasure, and the complete satisfaction of our guests is an absolute priority. Therefore, we are very happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience with us and we hope that we will have the pleasure of sharing our passion for travel with you again soon.

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  fayez

  August 28th, 2019
  5
  Great over all nuno and brono made it very smooth save and happy
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  Traveled in August 2019
  

  Reply from: Trafalgar

  We always appreciate reading about our guests' time spent on the road with us and are delighted to learn that Nuno and Brono ensured you had an effortless and memorable travel experience. Thank you for putting through such great feedback as well as your lovely photos, and we hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another of Trafalgar’s guided holidays in the future.

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