Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
You'll arrive in Madrid and make your way to Atocha train station, which is about a 30-minute walk from your hotel or you can grab a taxi if that's easier. Hotel check-in starts at 14:00, though early check-in might be possible depending on availability. After you're settled in, the rest of the day is yours to spend however you'd like exploring nearby spots at your own pace.
- Start point
- Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD), Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, Madrid, Madrid 28042, Spain (Arrival Transfer)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby attractions at your own pace
Landmarks Madrid Atocha 
- Day 2
Madrid
This morning you'll hop on a live-guided open-top panoramic bus tour through Madrid. Your guide points out the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, and Puerta de Alcalá, then takes you through neighborhoods where you'll see the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. Along the way you'll pass through beautiful parks and get views of the Palacio de Cibeles and Catedral de la Almudena.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Once-round panoramic open-top bus tour of Madrid (1h 30mins)
- Live guided commentary in English and Spanish
- Headphones included
Landmarks Royal Palace Biblioteca Nacional Puerta de Alcalá Prado Museum Reina Sofía Museum Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Reales Jardines Botánicos Palacio de Cibeles Estación de Atocha Edificio Metrópolis Catedral de la Almudena 
- Day 3
Madrid
Another day on the live-guided open-top panoramic bus tour through Madrid. You'll see the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, and Puerta de Alcalá, and drive through the neighborhoods with the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. The tour also passes the Palacio de Cibeles and Catedral de la Almudena, so you get good views of the city's major cultural spots and parks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Once-round panoramic open-top bus tour of Madrid (1h 30mins)
- Live guided commentary in English and Spanish
- Headphones included
Landmarks Royal Palace Biblioteca Nacional Puerta de Alcalá Prado Museum Reina Sofía Museum Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Reales Jardines Botánicos Palacio de Cibeles Estación de Atocha Edificio Metrópolis Catedral de la Almudena - Day 4
Madrid to Porto
After breakfast, head to Madrid Atocha train station, which takes about 30 minutes on foot from your hotel or you could take a taxi. From there you'll board your train heading to Porto. Once you arrive, check-in at your new accommodation is available from 14:00, though early check-in is subject to availability if you need it sooner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby attractions at your own pace
Landmarks Madrid Atocha 
- Day 5
Porto
You'll take a guided half-day tour of Porto's main cultural sites. Start with a walk through the historic center along Avenida dos Aliados, where you'll see Clérigos Tower and the famous tilework at São Bento Train Station. Then you'll visit the Porto Cathedral and head to Fernandina Wall for city views. Later, a minibus takes you to Vila Nova de Gaia to visit a Port wine cellar with tastings, and after that you'll enjoy a scenic 50-minute Six Bridges Cruise along the Douro River.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Local tour guide
- Transportation in comfortable small-group minibus
- Porto panoramic guided tour
- Stop at Cathedral of Porto and São Bento Station
- Guided visit to one of the finest Port wine cellars with 2 port wine tastings
- Six Bridges Cruise ticket (50 minutes)
- 1 bottle of water per person
- Porto city walking tour (available from the day after your experience)
Landmarks Clérigos Tower São Bento Train Station Porto Cathedral Fernandina Wall Batalha Square Vila Nova de Gaia Douro River - Day 6
Porto to Aveiro and Costa Nova
An air-conditioned minibus takes you to Aveiro, known as the 'Venice of Portugal'. After a guided tour of the city center showing off its Art Nouveau design, you'll drift through charming canals on a traditional moliceiro boat cruise for 45 minutes while learning about maritime history. Then you head to Costa Nova beach to check out the colorful fishermen's houses with their distinctive vertical stripes and spend time on the white sandy beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transport on air-conditioned minibus around Aveiro and Costa Nova
- Professional licensed tour guide
- 45-minute canal cruise of Aveiro in traditional moliceiro boat
- Access to Costa Nova beach
- Porto city walking tour (available from the day after your experience)
Landmarks Aveiro City Center Costa Nova Beach - Day 7
Departure from Porto
After breakfast, your driver will meet you for a transfer to the airport. Make sure to allow plenty of time for check-in before your flight. Keep in mind that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and you should arrange your hotel pick-up at least 4 hours before your flight departs.
- End point
- Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO), Pedras Rubras, Vila Nova da Telha, Porto 4470-750, Portugal (Departure Transfer)
- Meals
- Breakfast
