Day 1: Lisbon
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! Transfer you to the hotel and free time. You will receive information in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the hotel reception.
Day 2: Lisbon
In the morning, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. We’ll also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail to cross the oceans in the 15th century. Free time in the afternoon to walk and go to the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint; if you’d like to, you could take an optional trip to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
Day 3: Lisbon - Fátima - Porto
We’ll travel to the north of Portugal, where we’ll visit Fátima, an important pilgrimage site. We’ll then continue to Porto, the country’s second-largest city. After lunch, we’ll enjoy a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River aboard a traditional Portuguese "Rabelo" boat, offering a unique perspective of the city’s beautiful riverside. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore the lively medieval Ribeira district, known for its narrow streets lined with historic merchant houses and charming cafés, before heading to the hotel.
Day 4: Porto - Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary - Cambados - Santiago de Compostela
Today, we´ll travel through stunning landscapes. In Braga, we´ll take a ride on the world’s oldest water-operated cable car to reach the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, where breathtaking views await. After exploring the sanctuary, we recommend descending via its picturesque staircase. Our journey continues into Galicia, where we´ll visit the historic town of Cambados or O Grove in Rías Baixas. Here, we´ll embark on a glass-bottom boat trip along the Ría de Arousa, learning about mussel and oyster production. Enjoy wine and mussel tasting onboard. At lunchtime, we´ll arrive in Santiago de Compostela for a city tour led by a local guide, exploring its medieval streets and renowned pilgrimage sites dating back to the Middle Ages.
Day 5: Santiago de Compostela - Lugo - O Cebreiro - León - Oviedo
We’ll travel along the Way of St. James, beginning with Lugo. Here, we’ll have time to explore the historic town center and its Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, we’ll visit O Cebreiro, a charming Galician stone village. Our journey will continue to León, where we’ll arrive at lunchtime. In León, we’ll visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral, renowned for its stained-glass windows, and enjoy a stroll through the historic town center.We’ll then cross the Cantabrian Range on our way to Asturias, arriving in Oviedo by evening. We’ll include a tour of the city with a local guide, either upon arrival or the following morning. During this hour-and-a-half tour, we’ll visit the 9th-century cathedral, the Calatrava Congressional Palace, Campoamor Theatre, and Calle de la Rua. Dinner included in a traditional Asturian cider house.
Half board dinner includes: DISHES --
Potato omelet
Chorizos with cider
Ham Croquettes
Squid
sausage
Lacón with Cachelos
DESSERT -- Homemade frixuelos and rice pudding
OTHERS -- Bread, Cider, Beer, Wine and Water
Day 6: Oviedo - Covadonga - Santillana del Mar - Santander
We will travel to Picos de Europa. We will visit Basílica de Covadonga which is surrounded by beautiful scenery. We will resume our journey following the coastline to SANTILLANA, one of Spain’s most beautiful towns, and we will visit its well-preserved medieval quarter. We visit the National Museum and Research Centre of ALTAMIRA (ticket included) located in the vicinity of this town. We will later travel to SANTANDER, the region’s capital city, a coastal city with amazing vistas and beaches. We include panoramic city tour to discover this elegant city and its beautiful bay. NOTE: On some high difficulty dates (especially in summer from July to mid September), some groups can be accommodated in Bilbao.
Day 7: Santander - Bilbao - Guernica - San Sebastián
Half board dinner includes: Gilda, txistorra skewer,
Txangurro tart, pork bun and torrija dessert
1 glass of wine, 1 beer or 1 soft drink per person
Gilda without antxoa, tomato casserole, ratatouille tartlet, scrambled eggs and mushrooms, torrija dessert
Day 8: San Sebastián - Burgos - Madrid
In the morning, our first stop is Hondarribia, where you will have free time to explore one of the most beautiful towns in the Basque Country, known for its lovely beach, walls, and charming historic center. Afterward, we head to the Basque Cider Museum. Admission and a tasting are included, to discover the traditions and production of this popular local drink.You will have free time for lunch in San Sebastian before we continue our journey to the south, toward Castile. We will stop in Burgos to spend some time in its historic center, home to the magnificent Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. We continue to Madrid, arriving at the end of the day.
Day 9: Madrid
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
