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Itinerary
Day 1 Madrid
Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to your hotel for the check-in and rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Madrid at Princesa Plaza Espana.
Day 2 Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning guided city tour of Madrid: explore the medieval origins of the city, such as the Arabic fortress at the Barrio de la Morería, famous for its historical buildings. Drive through the courtesan district of the Hapsburgs characterised by Phillip II and its Renaissance and Baroque style buildings, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. Admire the XIX century works, such as Prado Museum; the contemporary Madrid, with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, Plaza Castilla and Parque del Oeste, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, the emblematic Las Ventas Bullring and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium.
Free afternoon to explore the other wonders that the city has to offer.
Overnight in Madrid at Princesa Plaza Espana.
Day 3 Madrid Salamanca Porto
After breakfast, proceed to check-out of the hotel for your departure to Salamanca. Free time in this UNESCO World Heritage university city of great architectural and artistic interest.
Then depart towards the Portuguese border and arrive in Porto, where you will check-in at your accommodation.
Overnight in Porto at Vila Gale Porto.
Day 4 Porto
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your guided sightseeing tour of Porto and discover its UNESCO World Heritage historical centre.
In Particular, you will admire the breath-taking Cathedral of Porto, the beautiful Palacio da Borsa (former Stock Exchange of the city) and Santa Clara Church. Afterwards, enjoy a different perspective of the city along the Douro River aboard the BlueBoats Cruise. Continue your visit by stopping at a well-known Port wine cellar, with wine tasting included.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Porto at Vila Gale Porto.
Day 5 Porto Coimbra Fatima
After breakfast, travel to Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and birthplace of Fado, the famous traditional music. Enjoy some free time and then continue onto Fatima, important centre of the Christian faith with its wonderful Sanctuary and the impressive Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary appeared. Visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three shepherds, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta.
Overnight in Fatima at Hotel Santa-Maria.
Day 6 Fatima Batalha Nazare Alcobaça Lisbon
After breakfast at the hotel, travel to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and Manueline style, declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré, one of the most popular seaside resorts along The Silver Coast, where you will have some free time. Then, continue to Alcobaça, another impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its famous gothic Monastery. You will then proceed towards Lisbon and check-in at your hotel.
Overnight in Lisbon at Lutecia Hotel.
Day 7 Lisbon
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the ancient Olissipo (the name given to Lisbon when it was part of the Roman Empire), driving through its main squares and avenues. Witness the beauties of the city, such as The Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, the National Coach Museum, The Monument to the Discoveries, Marquis of Pombal Square and Liberty Avenue.
Afternoon at leisure for you to wander through the nostalgic corners of the Alfama Quarter, the oldest and most historical part of Lisbon.
Overnight in Lisbon at Lutecia Hotel.
Day 8 Lisbon Caceres Madrid
After breakfast, travel to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Caceres, considered an important historical site thanks to its blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. Walk through its Plaza Mayor and the Old Town, with the famous Medieval Quarter.
Then, continue to Madrid and check-in at your hotel.
Overnight in Madrid at Princesa Plaza Espana.
Day 9 Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Accommodation
Vila Galé Porto hotel
Porto
Vila Galé Porto hotel is right in the center of Porto, a ten-minute walk from the famous and commercial Rua de Santa Catarina. It was built in 1999 and renovated in 2015. The metro station Campo 24 de Agosto is 100 meters from this hotel and allows easy and quick access to any point in the city and the airport. Vila Galé Porto hotel has a restaurant, two bars and multipurpose rooms for events and meetings. On the top floor, you will find the Satsanga Spa, where you can go for a swim in the indoor pool, relax in the hydromassage pool or work out in the gym, enjoying what is considered one of the best views over the city.
Hotel Sainte-Marie
Fatima
With a prime location, just 2 minutes walk from the Sanctuary of Fatima, Hotel Santa Maria follows the most modern concepts of architecture and contemporary design, providing the guests peace and tranquility. The Hotel Santa Maria has 173 rooms spread over 120 Santa Maria Jardim rooms, of which 91 have twin beds, 12 double rooms - double bed, 9 single rooms and 8 suites; 53 Santa Maria Plus rooms, of which 49 are twin rooms - two beds, 3 double rooms - double bed and 1 Suite Plus. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, free wifi, safe box, TV, minibar, telephone, electronic door locks, full bathroom, hairdryer and amenities. Surrounded by a garden, the restaurant of Hotel Santa Maria offers a modern and cosy atmosphere where you will be able to taste delicious Portuguese and International cuisine prepared by chef Cristina Figueira, who will invite you to enjoy the wonderful regional cooking. Come and discover good wines or just have a light snack. The bar offers a pleasant atmosphere where you can enjoy a drink or a light meal.
Lutecia Smart Design Hotel
Lisbon
The Lutecia Smart Design Hotel is a modern 4-star hotel in the heart of Lisbon. Belonging to a Portuguese family that believes that the essence of Hospitality is a continuous recognition of its customers, the hotel offers a wide range of brightand spacious rooms with all comforts,as well as a sophisticated restaurant and a Drinks & Friends bar area.
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