Lisbon, Seville and Madrid
Trace the history of the Iberian Peninsula.
Portugal played a key role during the Age of Exploration, and in Lisbon you can see the spot where sailors set off on their daring adventures. In Seville, the cathedral and Alcázar show the city’s multi-layered past, while Madrid’s historic Plaza Mayor has been the site of bullfights, royal weddings, and public executions.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Portugal
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Day 2: Lisbon
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of the Alfama district
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Day 3: Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Belem Tower
Visit the Castle of São Jorge
Visit the Jerónimos Monastery
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Lisbon fado evening
Enjoy a performance of traditional music known as "fado" during this memorable evening excursion. Talented performers present a program of centuries-old ballad-like songs that tell stories of heartbreak, melancholy, and the hardships of everyday life. A beverage is included in this one-hour performance.
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Day 4: Lisbon • Évora • Seville
Travel via Évora to Seville
Take a guided tour of Évora
Visit the Chapel of Bones
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Day 5: Seville
Take a guided tour of Seville
See the Plaza de España
Visit the Royal Alcázar
Visit the Seville Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
Take a Flamenco dance lesson
See a Flamenco show
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Day 6: Seville • Córdoba • Madrid
Travel via Córdoba to Madrid
Visit the Mezquita
Tour Córdoba with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Madrid by bike
Take in the sights, sounds, and savory market aromas as you explore Madrid by bike. Together with your local guide, you’ll learn about the history of famous sites and cultural landmarks. Explore Old Town, where some of Madrid’s most beautiful architecture resides. Leave the city-center for a leisurely ride through Parque del Oeste. Head down Rio Manzanares and take in the beautiful river-side atmosphere before looping back to Plaza del Carmen.
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Day 8: Madrid
Visit the Prado Museum
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Barcelona
Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Portugal
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Day 2: Lisbon
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of the Alfama district
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Day 3: Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Belem Tower
Visit the Castle of São Jorge
Visit the Jerónimos Monastery
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Lisbon fado evening
Enjoy a performance of traditional music known as "fado" during this memorable evening excursion. Talented performers present a program of centuries-old ballad-like songs that tell stories of heartbreak, melancholy, and the hardships of everyday life. A beverage is included in this one-hour performance.
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Day 4: Lisbon • Évora • Seville
Travel via Évora to Seville
Take a guided tour of Évora
Visit the Chapel of Bones
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Day 5: Seville
Take a guided tour of Seville
See the Plaza de España
Visit the Royal Alcázar
Visit the Seville Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Seville
With your Tour Director you will see:
- La Giralda bell tower
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de Toros de Maestranza
Take a Flamenco dance lesson
See a Flamenco show
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Day 6: Seville • Córdoba • Madrid
Travel via Córdoba to Madrid
Visit the Mezquita
Tour Córdoba with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Madrid by bike
Take in the sights, sounds, and savory market aromas as you explore Madrid by bike. Together with your local guide, you’ll learn about the history of famous sites and cultural landmarks. Explore Old Town, where some of Madrid’s most beautiful architecture resides. Leave the city-center for a leisurely ride through Parque del Oeste. Head down Rio Manzanares and take in the beautiful river-side atmosphere before looping back to Plaza del Carmen.
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Day 8: Madrid
Visit the Prado Museum
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Madrid • Barcelona
Travel by train to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Barcelona
Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; AVE high-speed train with extension
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (5 with extension); 3 walking tours (4 with extension)
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Entrances
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos; Chapel of Bones; Seville Alcázar; Seville Cathedral; Mezquita; Palacio Real; Prado; With extension: Park Güell
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
