Craving rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering flavours? This 22-day adventure through Spain, Portugal, and Morocco delivers it all — and then some. Start in Madrid before heading to Porto to sip its famous port wine, then journey south along Portugal’s stunning coastline, where Fado music and Flamenco performances set the scene. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar and step into a whole new world in Morocco — wander the bustling medinas, explore the striking Blue City, hike the Rif Mountains, and take in the breathtaking beauty of the Sahara. A perfect mix of past and present, tradition and adventure, this journey is a feast for the senses that’ll leave you wanting more.
Hotels (21 nts).
20 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
Allow USD525-685 for meals not included.
Train, private vehicle, ferry, walking.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Madrid: Arrive at any time.
Madrid/Porto: Get ready for a full travel day. Journey to Porto, including a quick lunch stop in charming Salamanca. Arrive in Porto by the early evening.
Porto: Enjoy an orientation walk of Porto with the rest of the day free to explore. Opt take a cruise down the Douro River. In the evening, visit a port wine cellar and raise a glass to the day.
Porto/Lisbon: Journey to Portugal's capital city, Lisbon, and take in your surroundings on an orientation walk.
Lisbon: Free day to explore Lisbon. Opt for a day trip to nearby Sintra. In the evening enjoy a Fado night and traditional Portuguese dinner in one of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhoods.
Lisbon/?vora: Travel to Evora in the heart of the Alentejo region. Enjoy an included tour to the haunting, but mesmerizing Chapel of Bones. Opt to visit Diana's Temple, one of the best preserved Roman temples in the Iberian Peninsula.
?vora/Seville: Journey to the Algarve coast to the small fishing village of Olh?o. Explore its bustling fish market, active waterfront and white washed laneways. Continue to Seville and enjoy an orientation walk on arrival.
Seville: Spend a day enjoying this city and its Moorish influence. Opt to explore the district of Santa Cruz and the Alcazar Palace before joining the group in the evening for a dramatic flamenco performance.
Seville/Tangier: Travel from Seville to the port in Tarifa and board a ferry to Morocco's coastal Tangier. After getting settled, enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk of the old town which will be followed by an optional group dinner at a local spot.
Tangier/Chefchaouen: Set off from Tangier in the morning with a stop in the city of Tetouan for a visit. Walk through and explore several significant sites like El Feddan Square, Mellah Avenue, and the Tetouan Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Chefchaouen embark on a CEO guided visit of the beautiful blue streets and Hispano-Moorish architecture of northern Morocco. Finish the walk with a view over the city at sunset.
Chefchaouen/F?s: Take part in a short guided hike through the Rif Mountains before a hands-on goat cheese making experience with a local family on their farm. Then, visit the off-the-beaten path town of Ouazzane and its unique neon-mint green medina. Arrive to F?s in the early evening and enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant featuring regional specialties like Pastilla.
F?s: Enjoy an immersive, guided tour of the incredible F?s medina, one of the world?s largest with more than 9000 winding streets. Visit various landmarks within the gates and finish up at the tannery. Lunch will be on your own in the medina and your CEO can help with options. The remainder of the evening is free for you to explore F?s on your own.
F?s/Casablanca: Continue onwards from F?s to Casablanca today with stops en route. The first being the ancient city of Volubilis to learn more about its historical importance to Morocco and the culture behind it during your guided visit. Then, spend time visiting various historical sites in Meknes before ending up at the bustling souk area with vibrant market stalls and loads of handicrafts. Proceed to Casablanca for a free evening in this coastal city.
Ouarzazate to Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp: In the morning before leaving the group will explore the famous atlas film studios in Ourzazate and learn a bit about the film making in Morocco. Drive to Zagora and then to Mhamid. From there head out into the Sahara desert for two nights of camping under the stars. The walk will take about two hours and we will arrive at the camp around sunset. Enjoy a cup of tea and watch the colors change in the sky as the sun slips below the horizon.
Bertam Oasis to Skoura: After another sunrise out in the desert and some breakfast at camp the group will travel to Zagora by 4x4. Enjoy some free time to shower, freshen up, and relax by the hotel pool after our Sahara adventure. After lunch continue on to Skoura. Explore this oasis city famed for its date palms. Have dinner as a group in Skoura.
Skoura/Marrakech: After breakfast the group will travel directly to Marrakech and enjoy a free afternoon in the city.
Marrakech: Visit the important sites within the medina this morning. Make stops to Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace. End the morning adventure with a trip to the bakery to learn a brief introduction into Moroccan bread making, then have a taste.
Marrakech: Set out on a full day excursion to Ouzoud, a beautiful oasis waterfall near the Atlas Mountains. Walk up the stairs to the top of the falls and enjoy breathtaking views of the flowing water. After a delicious lunch right near the falls the group will travel back to Marrakech. Enjoy a local dinner in the heart of Jamee Lafna Square.
Marrakech: Depart at any time.
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