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Lisbon to Madrid Escape
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: KPSX
Overview
Destination:
Portugal,
Spain,
Duration:8 days
Type:Group tour (max 18)
Travel Period
October 2026 - March 2027
8 Day Tour from Lisbon to Madrid
What could be better than spending eight days in Portugal and Spain? Spending them during the off season when crowds are fewer and travel prices are lower! Begin your European vacation in Lisbon to enjoy guided sightseeing through the Imperial history of the colorful city. In Fátima, hear the story of Our Lady of Fátima at the site where Mary appeared to three shepherd children, then travel to Porto for sightseeing and port-wine tasting. Enjoy a wine tasting at a Salamanca winery and stand before the masterpieces of Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and more, in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Eight days of sumptuous color, cuisine, and culture await you on this guided vacation in Portugal and Spain!
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon includes a photo stop at Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries• Visit to Tomar• Visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary in Fatima• Guided sightseeing in Porto includes a panoramic drive, a visit to the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange• Port wine tasting at an authentic Port Wine Cellar• Orientation walk in Salamanca to Plaza Mayor. • Wine tasting with dinner in Salamanca• Guided sightseeing in Madrid includes a panoramic drive featuring views of main landmarks and a visit to the Prado Museum
What could be better than spending eight days in Portugal and Spain? Spending them during the off season when crowds are fewer and travel prices are lower! Begin your European vacation in Lisbon to enjoy guided sightseeing through the Imperial history of the colorful city. In Fátima, hear the story of Our Lady of Fátima at the site where Mary appeared to three shepherd children, then travel to Porto for sightseeing and port-wine tasting. Enjoy a wine tasting at a Salamanca winery and stand before the masterpieces of Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and more, in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Eight days of sumptuous color, cuisine, and culture await you on this guided vacation in Portugal and Spain!
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon includes a photo stop at Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries• Visit to Tomar• Visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary in Fatima• Guided sightseeing in Porto includes a panoramic drive, a visit to the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange• Port wine tasting at an authentic Port Wine Cellar• Orientation walk in Salamanca to Plaza Mayor. • Wine tasting with dinner in Salamanca• Guided sightseeing in Madrid includes a panoramic drive featuring views of main landmarks and a visit to the Prado Museum
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1 - ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL
Welcome to Lisbon!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2 - LISBON
Lovely Lisbon
This morning, discover the historic grandeur of Lisbon when you join your Local Guide for a fascinating sightseeing drive complete with photo stops at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. See important landmarks including Jerónimos Monastery. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more of the city. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Along the banks of the River Tagus see the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress and an embarkation point for sailors, it was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon’s impressive sculpture, the Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.
This morning, discover the historic grandeur of Lisbon when you join your Local Guide for a fascinating sightseeing drive complete with photo stops at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. See important landmarks including Jerónimos Monastery. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more of the city. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Along the banks of the River Tagus see the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress and an embarkation point for sailors, it was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon’s impressive sculpture, the Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.
Day 3 - LISBON–TOMAR–FÁTIMA–PORTO
Templars & Sanctuaries
First stop this morning is the stunning town of Tomar. Enjoy free time to browse the historic center and discover the town’s strong links to the Knights Templar. Continue to Fatima, one of the most important Marian shrines, and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. Later, arrive in the beautiful waterfront city of Porto and spend an evening at leisure. (B) 236 mi / 380 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT MIRACULOUS EVENTS In 1928 the Basilica of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary was built to celebrate the 1917 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children and the “Miracle of the Sun.” Today Fatima is a principal pilgrimage destination and welcomes multitudes of pilgrims from around the world.
First stop this morning is the stunning town of Tomar. Enjoy free time to browse the historic center and discover the town’s strong links to the Knights Templar. Continue to Fatima, one of the most important Marian shrines, and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. Later, arrive in the beautiful waterfront city of Porto and spend an evening at leisure. (B) 236 mi / 380 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT MIRACULOUS EVENTS In 1928 the Basilica of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary was built to celebrate the 1917 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children and the “Miracle of the Sun.” Today Fatima is a principal pilgrimage destination and welcomes multitudes of pilgrims from around the world.
Day 4 - PORTO
Panoramas & Port Wine
Uncover the beauty of Porto when you follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour that features a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River, plus a walk in the center including visits of the Church of São Francisco, and the Stock Exchange with its Arabian Hall. Enjoy a Port wine tasting at a local Port Wine Cellar. This afternoon and evening, explore the city at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LOCAL TASTES The grapes from the vineyards in the Douro Valley surrounding Porto provide the main ingredient for one of the world’s most recognized fortified wines. Visit a local wine cellar and taste centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde!
Uncover the beauty of Porto when you follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour that features a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River, plus a walk in the center including visits of the Church of São Francisco, and the Stock Exchange with its Arabian Hall. Enjoy a Port wine tasting at a local Port Wine Cellar. This afternoon and evening, explore the city at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LOCAL TASTES The grapes from the vineyards in the Douro Valley surrounding Porto provide the main ingredient for one of the world’s most recognized fortified wines. Visit a local wine cellar and taste centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde!
Day 5 - PORTO–SALAMANCA, SPAIN
Good-Bye Portugal, Hello Spain!
Bid farewell to Portugal as you cross the border into Spain. Enjoy a scenic drive before arriving to Salamanca, a city with a rich cultural heritage. Take an orientation walk to the magnificent Plaza Mayor, which throughout history has hosted many events including executions, bullfights, and Christmas Markets! Later, [LF] enjoy a wine tasting followed by dinner. (B,D) 286 mi / 460 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Salamanca is a captivating city with a unique blend of history and culture. It is also known for its culinary traditions and wine production. Experience gastronomic delights and a wine tasting in the cellars of a blissful vineyard retreat in the Duero Valley.
Bid farewell to Portugal as you cross the border into Spain. Enjoy a scenic drive before arriving to Salamanca, a city with a rich cultural heritage. Take an orientation walk to the magnificent Plaza Mayor, which throughout history has hosted many events including executions, bullfights, and Christmas Markets! Later, [LF] enjoy a wine tasting followed by dinner. (B,D) 286 mi / 460 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Salamanca is a captivating city with a unique blend of history and culture. It is also known for its culinary traditions and wine production. Experience gastronomic delights and a wine tasting in the cellars of a blissful vineyard retreat in the Duero Valley.
Day 6 - SALAMANCA–MADRID
Spectacular Spain
This morning drive to Madrid, Spain’s capital city. Join your Local Guide for a panoramic drive and discover the city's historic grandeur along the boulevards. Admire elegant buildings and views of legendary landmarks, including the Plaza de España monument to Miguel de Cervantes, author of "Don Quixote." Enjoy a guided visit to the world-famous Prado Museum for further glimpses into Spanish culture and history through its art collection. Spend an evening at leisure exploring more of this captivating city. (B)137 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its amazing assortment of masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. The famous museum also displays the works of renowned European masters, including Rubens and Rembrandt, along with a stunning collection of Greco-Roman statues.
This morning drive to Madrid, Spain’s capital city. Join your Local Guide for a panoramic drive and discover the city's historic grandeur along the boulevards. Admire elegant buildings and views of legendary landmarks, including the Plaza de España monument to Miguel de Cervantes, author of "Don Quixote." Enjoy a guided visit to the world-famous Prado Museum for further glimpses into Spanish culture and history through its art collection. Spend an evening at leisure exploring more of this captivating city. (B)137 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its amazing assortment of masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. The famous museum also displays the works of renowned European masters, including Rubens and Rembrandt, along with a stunning collection of Greco-Roman statues.
Day 7 - MADRID
Marvelous Madrid
Enjoy a free day in Madrid, absorb more art and culture in one of the many museums, browse the stores, sample local specialties, or join an optional excursion. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE The city of Madrid is filled with intriguing stories and hidden secrets. Stroll around the streets and take pictures of “El Oso y el Madrono” (The bear and the strawberry tree), the biggest symbol of the city. Don’t forget to note the statues of the Fallen Angel, representing Lucifer, the Angel who was expelled from Heaven for rebelling against God.
Enjoy a free day in Madrid, absorb more art and culture in one of the many museums, browse the stores, sample local specialties, or join an optional excursion. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE The city of Madrid is filled with intriguing stories and hidden secrets. Stroll around the streets and take pictures of “El Oso y el Madrono” (The bear and the strawberry tree), the biggest symbol of the city. Don’t forget to note the statues of the Fallen Angel, representing Lucifer, the Angel who was expelled from Heaven for rebelling against God.
Day 8 - MADRID
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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