Itinerary
- Day 1
Lisbon to Merida - Madrid
You'll leave Lisbon early and head across into Spain toward Merida. The Roman ruins here are on the UNESCO list, and you'll have time to wander through them and check out the ancient amphitheatre at your own pace. After grabbing lunch, you'll continue on to Madrid for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore UNESCO-listed Roman ruins in Merida
- Visit ancient amphitheatre in Merida
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Merida (at own expense)
Landmarks Merida Roman Ruins Merida Roman Amphitheatre 
- Day 2
Madrid
Following breakfast, there's a guided tour covering Madrid's main attractions. You'll see the grand boulevards, historic squares, and key landmarks around the city. From there, the afternoon is yours to spend however you'd like, walking around and getting a feel for the neighborhoods at your own speed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided morning tour of Madrid sightseeing with local guide
- View grand boulevards in Madrid
- Visit historic squares in Madrid
- See notable landmarks in Madrid
Optional Activities
- Browse boutiques
- Relax in Retiro Park
- Visit Madrid museums
Landmarks Retiro Park - Day 3
Madrid to Toledo to Madrid
Head south in the morning to Toledo, an ancient city that sits on a hilltop. First, you'll stop at Mirador del Valle to get panoramic views of the entire city and landscape, then walk into the old town itself. The narrow winding streets take you through layers of Christian, Jewish, and Moorish history all mixed together. After exploring, you'll drive back to Madrid where the afternoon is free to continue checking things out around the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided coach journey from Madrid to Toledo
- Panoramic views from Mirador del Valle
- Guided walking tour of Toledo's old town exploring Christian, Jewish and Moorish heritage
- Guided coach return journey to Madrid
Landmarks Mirador del Valle Toledo Old Town 
- Day 4
Madrid
This day is completely open for you to plan. The Royal Palace is worth a visit, or you could spend time at the museums like the Prado or Reina Sofia if that's your interest. There's also the option to take an excursion to towns nearby if you want to venture out. By evening, head to some of the tapas bars and neighborhoods Madrid's known for, and grab dinner wherever appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal Palace
- Explore Prado Museum collections
- Explore Reina Sofia Museum collections
- Optional excursion to El Escorial
- Optional excursion to Avila
- Optional excursion to Segovia
- Enjoy tapas bars
- Explore Madrid's neighbourhoods
Landmarks Royal Palace of Madrid Prado Museum Reina Sofia Museum El Escorial Avila Segovia - Day 5
Madrid
The tour ends after breakfast. You'll check out and depart.
- Meals
- Breakfast
