Lisbon is one of the most exciting cities of Europe with rich cultural heritage, vintage style trams, museums and cafes. Wander through the distinct city quarters and the historical area of Belém on the next day. Take your free time to visit to the gardens, basilicas, including the Church of Senhora da Sade, with its beautiful tiles and carved wood altar, the Lisbon Design and Fashion Museum and the Bernardo Museum of Contemporary Art, where there is no admission fee, by the way. Then take a bus to Evora to have an orientation walk, visit to the ruins of Temple of Diana and the Chapel of Bones, which is constructed almost entirely from the bones of thousands of people. Then head to Lagos located on the Algarve coast, where you can visit to the daily fish and veggie market, the city beach, and trek to the Ponte da Piedade for fantastic views of Lagos bay. Enjoy an included hike along the famous golden cliffs and sandy coves of Algarve.
After that hit the road to Spain and visit Seville. This is one of the most colorful and exciting cities in Spain. Spend time exploring the Muslim monuments, parks and gardens, the heart of the city – Santa Cruz quarter and the biggest gothic style cathedral, for instance, and enjoy the flamenco performance in the evening. Try some national food and the famous Spanish tapas. On the next day go to Grenada, stopping in Cordoba en route to visit the medieval Jewish Quarter and the famous Mezquita that was built in 785 and significantly transformed into the Christian Church in the 16th century. You will reach Grenada by the evening. Enjoy the free time and the city excursion, including visit to Alhambra. The complex can be divided into three sections: the Alcazaba - the Muslim 11th century wing that offers spectacular views of the city from the tops of its towers; the Palacio Nazaries - the center of the Alhambra that is most famous for its detailed works and gardens; and the Generalife that was the summer palace of sultans.
Madrid offers history, architecture, museums, galleries, beautiful parks and a wild nightlife, trying some local wines and traditional snacks. Explore the city in the group excursion and visit to the royal palace of Palacio Real, the park with sculptures and fountains Del Buen Retiro, the Gran Via and the national museum Museo del Prado, which is a true delight for lovers of art. Then go to Valence – the city of flowers and lights, art and science, and one of the biggest ports in the world. Visit to Valencia's Old Quarter, relax at one of the city beaches, drop in the shops and cafes and try the local wines and paella. Then head to Barcelona and spend two nights there. Take a free evening to familiarize with the city that excites with unique architecture, fashion and the night life. On the next morning enjoy an orientation walk and stroll the streets of the old Gothic Quarter with its maze of dark streets, historic cathedral and medieval buildings, visit to the Park Guell and Las Ramblas - the central city street and a 1.2 km long alley of trees beloved by tourists and the locals. The city is proud of the masterpieces of the famous architecture Antonio Gaudi - La Sagrada Familia, Casa Milà, Casa Batlló, and the Montjuïc hill in the very centre. Close the evening tasting different local wines and tapas. Then head to the region of Pyreness for the two nights stay in rural guest houses and enjoy the national dishes. This is nice place for hiking.
Then take a bus to San Sebastian – elegant coastal city with the most famous beach in Spain, La Concha, and the fish markets, which is the first stop in the unique Bask region of Spain. Use the option to take a Pintxo (tapas) tour and learn about the food, dialect and culture of the area. Then head to the capital of the Basque land, Bilbao, where you can visit the Guggenheim Museum of Modern Art or El Goog, as the locals call it. This is the most vibrant city in Spain as regards culture with some tens of museums, galleries, excellent restaurants and great variety of nightlife entertainment possibilities. Have a day excursion and come back to San Sebastian in the evening. On the next day go to Logrono – the heart of Rioja region, the trade centre and old portal city with the roman bridges, parks and church towers, which is also famous for culinary. There are over 50 tapas restaurants located in a 4 block area in the centre of town. Enjoy the wine tasting in Rioja region as well. Then return back to Madrid, spend time to your heart's content and enjoy the night life.
