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Iberian Highlights Portugal & Spain
9 days / 8 nights

A perfect Spain and Portugal sampler. Visit captivating historical sites, explore ancient
monuments, and immerse yourself in colourful local culture.

Day 1 - Madrid/Lugo
Depart from the bus terminal in Madrid at 8 am to head on to Lugo in the Region of Galicia. D

Day 2 - Lugo/La Coruna
Depart for La Coruna for a short panoramic tour to take in some of the area’s spectacular seaside vistas. In the afternoon enjoy an optional excursion to the Rias Altas to explore typical villages or explore the area independently, stroll along the seafront promenade, or lounge on the sunny beaches of Orzan or Riazor. B L

Day 3 - La Coruna/Santiago de Compostela
This morning journey on to Santiago de Compostela, one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world. Visit the Cathedral and the magnificent Praza do Obradorio. The afternoon is free to stroll along narrow cobblestone paths while examining the city’s amazing architecture. B D

Day 4 - Santiago/Rias Baja/Vigo
Travel this morning to Rias Bajas, an area of Spanish Fjords, through spectacular
landscapes such as La Toja Island, ria de Arosa and Pontevedera before continuing on to cultural Vigo for dinner. B-D

Day 5 - Vigo/Salamanca
After breakfast head on to the region of Castilla-Leon via Zamora. Later arrive in the monumental city of Salamanca for a free afternoon to visit the old quarter. B-D

Day 6 - Salamanca/Coimbra
Head on to the Portuguese border and on to Coimbra, site of one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado, the mournful and lyrical music of Portugal. B-D

Day 7 - Coimbra/Fatima/ Lisbon
This morning journey on to Fatima, another important pilgrimage centre. Here enjoy free time to visit the Shrine before continuing on to legendary Lisbon. B

Day 8 - Lisbon
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the historical Alfama Quarter, the Tower of Belém, and the Monastery of Los Jeronimos. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Take an optional tour to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril or enjoy the day with some shopping in the elegant district of Chiado. B

Day 9 - Lisbon/Merida/Madrid
Depart for Merida for lunch and a visit of the ancient Roman Theatre before concluding your trip in Madrid. B-L

Pricing 2007

	Apr 4-Oct 24

Double	1279

Single	1739

Prices are per person Departures every Wednesday. Departures in Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct add $99pp.

Includes
8 nights accommodation in 4 star hotel based on double occupancy, breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 5 dinners, ground transportation by private coach, guided sightseeing as per itinerary, hotel taxes and
service charges.

Featured Highlights
• Seaside vistas at La Coruna
• Santiago di Compostela
• Salamanca
• Coimbra
• Monastery of Los Jeronimos
• Belem Tower

Please enquire about our special‘Magnificent Madrid’ pre & post tour packages.

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