Itinerary
- Day 1
Barcelona
You'll arrive in Barcelona and get settled at your hotel. The afternoon is yours to relax or get oriented however you'd like. Stop by the hotel reception if you need any tour information or recommendations for the area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hampton By Hilton Barcelona Fira Gran Via), Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Fira Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia)
- Day 2
Barcelona
This morning starts with a panoramic tour covering Gaudí's modernist buildings, the bustling Ramblas, and sites from the World Expositions and Olympic Games. The tour finishes at Maremagnum, a modern leisure complex right by the water near Columbus Square. After that you'll have free time to wander around and explore on your own, then head back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hampton By Hilton Barcelona Fira Gran Via), Hotel (Front Air Congress), Hotel (Fira Congress), Hotel (Catalonia Sagrada Familia)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Barcelona including Gaudí's modernist architecture and Ramblas
Landmarks Ramblas Columbus Square Maremagnum 
- Day 3
Barcelona - Peniscola - Valencia
You'll head south along the Mediterranean coast with a stop in Peniscola, a medieval walled city where you can walk around and check out the beaches. From there it's on to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime. In the afternoon a local guide takes you through this historic port city, showing you monuments from different periods and the modern City of Arts and Sciences. You'll have free time to explore before dinner, which features traditional local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner (Traditional local dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Eurostars Acteon), Hotel (Sercotel Sorolla)
Included Activities
- Tour of Peniscola, medieval walled city
- Guided city tour of Valencia with local guide
Landmarks Peniscola (Medieval Walled City) City of Arts and Sciences (Valencia) 
- Day 4
Valencia - Alicante - Guadix - Granada
The drive takes you through the pleasant landscapes of the Valencian Community to Alicante, a Mediterranean city with golden beaches and the impressive Castle of Santa Bárbara perched above. You'll have time to stroll around. Next you pass through the arid Murcia region with a lunch stop, then enter Andalusia and visit Guadix, famous for its unique inhabited cave houses and Renaissance cathedral. You'll arrive in Granada late afternoon with dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Porcel Alixares), Hotel (Saray), Hotel (Gran Hotel Luna De Granada)
Included Activities
- Stop in Alicante for stroll and exploration
Landmarks Castle of Santa Bárbara Guadix (Cave Houses) Sierra Nevada 
- Day 5
Granada
You spend the full day exploring Granada. If your tour includes tickets, you'll visit the Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, both masterpieces from the Arab era. The afternoon gives you free time to discover the city on your own, including the cathedral where the Catholic Monarchs are entombed.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Porcel Alixares), Hotel (Saray), Hotel (Gran Hotel Luna De Granada)
Included Activities
- Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens tour (if included in tour)
Landmarks Alhambra Palace Generalife Gardens Granada Cathedral 
- Day 6
Granada - Tangier - Asilah - Rabat
Leaving Granada, you'll travel across the Costa del Sol toward Algeciras or Tarifa to board a modern ferry crossing the Strait of Gibraltar. You'll carry your own luggage since the bus doesn't board the ferry. Once in Morocco, the route goes through stunning landscapes to Asilah, a charming walled city on the Atlantic coast with time for lunch. Then it's on to Rabat with dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Rabat)
Included Activities
- Stop in Asilah, charming walled city on Atlantic coast
Landmarks Asilah 
- Day 7
Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakech
Start with a panoramic tour of Rabat visiting the Royal Palace, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of the Udayas. At midday you'll head to Casablanca for a short city tour with a local guide, including an exterior view of the Hassan II Mosque. From there continue to Marrakech where you'll take a traditional Kalesa ride to the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Riad Mogador Menara)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Rabat including Royal Palace, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of the Udayas
- Short city tour of Casablanca with local guide
- Visit to exterior of Hassan II Mosque
- Traditional Kalesa ride to Jemaa el-Fnaa square
Landmarks Royal Palace (Rabat) Mausoleum of Mohammed V Kasbah of the Udayas Hassan II Mosque Jemaa el-Fnaa 
- Day 8
Marrakech
You'll explore Marrakech, one of the world's most fascinating cities. The tour covers the strong walls, the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square, the Medina, Koutoubia Mosque, and Bahia Palace. Lunch is included, after which you can relax by the pool, wander the garden, or shop in the souks. In the evening there's an optional Fantasy Party excursion if you want to join.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Riad Mogador Menara)
Included Activities
- City tour including strong walls, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, Medina, Koutoubia Mosque, and Bahia Palace
Optional Activities
- Fantasy Party excursion (optional evening activity)
Landmarks Bahia Palace Koutoubia Mosque Medina (Marrakech) 
- Day 9
Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Boumalne Dades
You'll cross the Atlas Mountains past snow-capped peaks and small Berber villages clinging to gorges. There's a stop at the fortified village of Ait Benhaddou, which you might recognize from movies. After passing through biblical-like landscapes you'll pause in Ouarzazate to see its impressive Kasbah. The route continues through the Valley of Roses to Boumalne Dades with dinner included. Note that winter road closures due to snowdrifts could require itinerary changes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Xaluca Boulmane Dades)
Included Activities
- Stop at Ait Benhaddou fortified village
- Stop in Ouarzazate to see impressive Kasbah
Landmarks Ait Benhaddou Ouarzazate Kasbah Valley of Roses Atlas Mountains 
- Day 10
Boumalne Dades - Todgha - Erfoud
The journey takes you through the Sahara Desert traversing the Valley of the Kasbahs with river valleys surrounded by thousands of palm trees, rocky plains, and adobe villages with ancient fortresses. You'll visit the Todgha Gorge with towering canyon walls rising over 100 meters on both sides. There's a stop at a small adobe town near Khorbat to learn about the desert community supported by the Europamundo Foundation. Lunch is included and there's an optional off-road excursion to Sahara sand dunes at sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Xaluca)
Included Activities
- Journey through Valley of the Kasbahs
- Visit Todgha Gorge
- Stop at adobe town near Khorbat
Optional Activities
- Off-road excursion to Sahara Desert sand dunes at sunset
Landmarks Todgha Gorge Valley of the Kasbahs Sahara Desert 
- Day 11
Erfoud - Fez
Departing early, you'll cross the Atlas Mountains through dramatic gorges and landscapes. Next comes a high, chilly plateau inhabited by nomadic shepherds with a brief stop in Midelt, a commercial town in the region. You'll have a lunch stop in the Middle Atlas by a lake in a beautiful natural setting, then enter a forested region with snow-covered landscapes. Near Azrou you'll visit the House of Cedars museum in a national park where you can see monkey colonies. After the small town of Bhalil with its Berber heritage and colorful old streets, you'll arrive in Fez with views from Marinid Tombs and dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Zalagh Parc Palace)
Included Activities
- Stop in Midelt
- Visit House of Cedars museum near Azrou with monkey viewing
- Stop in Bhalil, small Berber town
Landmarks House of Cedars (Azrou) Marinid Tombs Atlas Mountains Middle Atlas 
- Day 12
Fez - Tangier
The tour of Fez enters through the Bronze Gates of the Royal Palace, exploring the Jewish quarter, lively souks, and the Tanners' Quarter. You'll discover the Medina, the cultural heart of the city, which preserves that traditional Arab atmosphere. Lunch at a historic palace in the Medina is included. In the afternoon you'll journey north through Morocco on a modern highway to reach Tangier by evening with dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch (Lunch at historic palace in Medina), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cesar), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Center)
Included Activities
- City tour of Fez including Bronze Gates of Royal Palace, Jewish quarter, souks, and Tanners' Quarter
- Lunch at historic palace in Medina
Landmarks Royal Palace (Fez) - Bronze Gates Medina (Fez) Tanners' Quarter (Fez) 
- Day 13
Tangier - Seville
You'll have free time in Tangier for last-minute shopping before taking the ferry back to Spain from Algeciras or Tarifa. Remember you'll need to carry your own luggage since the bus doesn't board the ferry. After that you'll continue to Seville, arriving in the evening with dinner included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alcora Sevilla), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Sevilla)
- Day 14
Seville
In the morning you'll explore Seville by city tour seeing the cathedral with its famous Giralda tower, banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. You'll also enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River with panoramic views included. In the evening there's an optional flamenco tablao if you want to experience this iconic Spanish art form.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alcora Sevilla), Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Sevilla)
Included Activities
- City tour of Seville including cathedral with Giralda, Guadalquivir River banks, and neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana
- Boat ride on Guadalquivir River with panoramic views
Optional Activities
- Flamenco tablao in the evening
Landmarks Seville Cathedral Giralda Tower Guadalquivir River Santa Cruz neighborhood Triana neighborhood 
- Day 15
Seville - Mérida - Évora - Lisbon
Leaving Seville, you'll travel through pleasant rolling hills and pasturelands toward Extremadura. In Mérida you'll visit the Archaeological Ensemble with the Roman Theater and Amphitheater, a well-preserved World Heritage Site, with time for lunch and exploring the vibrant pedestrian historic center. Then you'll continue to Portugal and stop in Évora, another World Heritage Site with whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces, and a cathedral, arriving in Lisbon in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Roma Lisboa), Hotel (Vip Executive Entrecampos Conference), Hotel (Vip Executive Arts)
Included Activities
- Admission to Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida including Roman Theater and Amphitheater
Landmarks Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida Roman Theatre (Mérida) Évora 
- Day 16
Lisbon
This morning brings a sightseeing tour of Lisbon exploring the Portuguese capital of seven hills with charming alleys, iconic tiles, and beautiful Atlantic light. You'll visit the Belem neighborhood where great Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. The afternoon is free to walk and explore Bairro Alto and its viewpoint. There's an optional trip available to the towns of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. In the evening you'll return to the hotel from vibrant Restauradores Square filled with bars and cafes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Roma Lisboa), Hotel (Vip Executive Entrecampos Conference), Hotel (Vip Executive Arts)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Lisbon including seven hills, charming alleys, and Belem neighborhood
Optional Activities
- Optional trip to towns of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril
Landmarks Belem neighborhood Bairro Alto Restauradores Square 
- Day 17
Lisbon - Cáceres - Madrid
You'll depart Portugal early, crossing the picturesque Alentejo region. Stop for coffee in Estremoz, a charming town with a medieval castle, cobblestone streets, and beautiful architecture. Continue toward Spain to Cáceres, enjoying lunch and a stroll through its historic center, an exceptionally well-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complex. Then proceed to Madrid, arriving in the evening with transfer to Plaza Mayor, bustling with restaurants and vibrant life.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga)
Included Activities
- Stop in Estremoz for coffee
Landmarks Estremoz Cáceres (Historic Center) Plaza Mayor (Madrid) 
- Day 18
Madrid
The morning brings a comprehensive tour of central Madrid featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. You'll visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center with the lake and Palacio de Cristal. Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid, is included. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure, then you'll head back to the hotel in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga)
Included Activities
- Comprehensive tour of central Madrid including Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor
- Visit to Retiro Park including lake and Palacio de Cristal
- Admission to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Landmarks Paseo del Prado Cibeles Fountain Neptuno Fountain Puerta de Alcalá Plaza de Colón Retiro Park Palacio de Cristal Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 
- Day 19
Madrid
After breakfast your tour concludes, leaving you with wonderful memories of your time in Spain and Morocco.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
