Lisbon to Madrid - 6 Days
Spain
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Coimbra - Explore this former Portuguese capital with an included visit to one of the oldest universities in the world, Porto - Uncover this delightful city independently, with time to sightsee, cruise the Douro River and sample local port wine, Douro Valley - Take an optional trip to this picturesque valley and enjoy a peaceful river cruise, Braga - See the famous Bom Jesus Sanctuary and if you're feeling fit, climb the 600 steps for panoramic views over the region, Santiago de Compostela - Spend two nights in one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the world, Las Medulas - Marvel at these mountains that once stored one of the Roman Empire's most important gold mines, Salamanca - Discover the history and culture of Salamanca's Old Town and university with free time to explore, El Escorial - Take in the UNESCO-listed home of the Spanish Royal Family on an included visit
Availability
From 2025-04-14 to 2025-11-10
Departure dates & prices
Dates
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Price
What's included
5 breakfasts.
5 nights in a 3-4 star hotels.
Escorted by an English-speaking guide.
Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury mini-coach with a local driver.
Entrance to Coimbra University Library and El Escorial.
20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details.
Tourist taxes.
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
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Day 1, Lisbon
Lisbon - Obidos - Coimbra - Porto. Departing Lisbon this morning, we head first to Obidos, a charming walled town filled with delightful discoveries. There is free time here to explore the sturdy walls of the Moorish Castle, stroll through cobbled shopping lanes, and indulge in a delightful Ginjinha d'Obidos, a sweet liqueur served in a chocolate cup.
Continuing north, we reach Coimbra, a former Portuguese capital renowned for its ancient university dating back to the 13th century. We enjoy an included visit to this historic institution and there's time for you to find a nice restaurant for lunch. Completing our drive to Porto, we have the afternoon at leisure to explore this incredible city.
Please note: Pick up for this tour is at 8:15 on day 1 (tour departs at 8:30) - Lisbon Pick Up Point, Hotel Zenit, Lisbon.
No meals included.
Day 2, Porto
Porto - Douro Valley - Porto. Today you have a choice! You can enjoy a free day in Porto to explore at your own pace, or you can join an optional half-day excursion to the Douro Valley.
On our optional trip, we travel to Pinhao for a river cruise on a traditional rabelo boat, tasting the local port wine and savouring the breathtaking scenery. We continue to Peso de Regua for optional wine tasting or free time to explore. On the way back to Porto we stop at the Mesao Frio viewpoint which offers stunning views of the Douro River.
The rest of the day is free to further explore the city, savour its wines and cuisine at leisure. If you appreciate live music, consider attending a performance of Fado, Portugal's emotionally stirring traditional music.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 3, Porto
Porto - Braga - Guimaraes - Santiago de Compostela (Spain). Today we leave Porto and journey north to Braga, where we take in the renowned Bom Jesus Sanctuary. This site, celebrated for its religious, cultural, and architectural significance, earned its UNESCO World Heritage status in 2019. Nestled at the base of Mount Espinho, we'll marvel at the Baroque staircase adorned with ornate granite fountains. At the top is a neoclassical church offering panoramic city views. To reach the summit, you can purchase a special elevator ticket or ascend nearly 600 steps on foot.
Our next destination is Guimaraes, often referred to as the 'birthplace of Portugal.' The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is free time for lunch, and an optional visit to the Palace of Braganza.
We then cross the border into Spain and arrive in Santiago de Compostela, one of the world's most important pilgrimage destinations.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 4, Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela - Cape Finisterre - Santiago de Compostela. Today, You have another choice to make. Free time to explore Santiago de Compostela or an optional full-day excursion to Cape Finisterre.
If you opt for the trip, the day commences with a scenic drive along the Costa da Morte, known as 'the Coast of Death' - it was once a hotspot for shipwrecks. We pass through Noia and continue on to see Galicia's largest beach, Playa de Carnota. We then visit the Ezaro Waterfall which tumbles directly into the sea.
We finally arrive at the 'End of the World' at Cape Finisterre, a place ancient civilizations believed marked the Earth's edge. Here, we can admire the lighthouse and gaze out at the wild Atlantic Ocean. Continuing to the harbour town of Muxia, there's free time to grab a bite to eat and watch the ships heading out to sea.
We then make our way back to Santiago de Compostela, where the evening is free to marvel at the renowned cathedral built atop the remains of St. James, one of the apostles of Jesus Christ.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 5, Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela - Lugo - Las Medulas - Salamanca. Our day begins in Lugo, best known for housing the world's only fully intact Roman city walls. We can take a leisurely stroll along these ancient defences, channelling our inner Roman Legionnaire.
Next, we'll follow the footsteps of the Romans to Las Medulas. The landscape here is surreal, with peculiar red holes and mountain cavities. These are a legacy of the Romans, who carved into the earth in search of gold. We explore this unique area and there's time for lunch before we complete our drive to Salamanca.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 6, Salamanca
Salamanca - Avila - El Escorial - Madrid. There's free time this morning to explore Salamanca independently before we journey onto the vast plains of Castile and Leon. We make a stop for lunch in Avila before an included visit to El Escorial, home to the Spanish Royal Family and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arriving in Madrid in the early evening, our tour comes to an end.
Please note: This tour finishes at 19:30 - Madrid Drop Off, Hotel Porcel Ganivet, Madrid.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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