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• Toledo: This medieval city is a cultural melting pot, with a mix of Spanish, Arabic and Jewish influences. Get some pics of the Alcázar Fortress and the gothic Cathedral. 
• Granada: Probably the most Instagrammable palace that’s ever existed. Tour this Moorish marvel with an expert. 
• Lisbon: Get to grips with Portugal’s coastal capital. See all the sights, including Castelo de São Jorge, the Praca do Comércio, Rossio Sqaure and Praca da Figueira. 
• Lisbon: Take an orientation in Lisbon’s ‘museum district’. See the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the best places to taste a pastel de nata.  
• Bilbao: Home to world famous art museums and architecture that’s grander than grand. Today you’ll have plenty of time to explore Bilbao, taking in the mountains and the skyscrapers.
• San Sebastián: Where better to admire the sunset than on the beautiful beaches of San Sebastián? This resort town is known for its fantastic food too – so make sure you’re hungry!

Step inside the Alhambra with an expert guide to decode Nasrid Palaces carved in stucco, cedar and marble. Pause in the Court of the Lions, trace Arabic inscriptions, and follow the soft sound of fountains through arcaded courtyards.

Continue to the Generalife gardens, where channels of water thread through myrtle hedges and cypress. From terrace viewpoints, take in Sierra Nevada backdrops and Granada’s rooftops, understanding how Moorish aesthetics fused symmetry, shade and water to create an oasis of calm.

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Explore the storied hilltown of Toledo on a guided orientation, tracing lanes shaped by Jewish, Christian and Muslim heritage. Walk past the Gothic Cathedral of Toledo, survey the imposing Alcázar Fortress, and see corners linked to El Greco, whose art captured the city’s drama and light.

Hear how Toledo rose as Spain’s intellectual capital and admire sword-makers’ workshops and honey-hued stonework. This visit balances historic context with atmospheric viewpoints, revealing why the city has long been called the “City of Three Cultures.”

Join a guided city highlights orientation through Lisbon’s riverfront Baixa and up into the alleys of Alfama. See the grand set-pieces of Praca do Comércio and Rossio Square, ride the mood of tram-lined streets, and catch sightlines up to Castelo de São Jorge.

Absorb the rhythm of tiled facades and steep miradouros as you learn how earthquakes, seafaring wealth and reconstruction shaped the capital. Discover where to return for live fado, custard tarts and views over the Tagus.

Walk Belém’s riverside to take in the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, masterpieces of Portugal’s Manueline style. Hear stories of the Age of Discoveries as you view the Monument to the Discoveries and riverside docks where caravels once set sail.

Admire ropework stone carvings, maritime motifs and gilded chapels linked to Vasco da Gama. Nearby bakeries tempt with warm pastéis de nata—perfect after exploring this elegant “museum district” of Lisbon.

Soak up the Atlantic breeze in Cascais, wandering its Atlantic-lapped promenade and café-lined marina. Pass tile-fronted villas and golden coves, and photograph the surfy curve of Guincho beach and wave-cut cliffs.

Learn how a sleepy fishing port became a royal seaside retreat in the 19th century, then a stylish coastal escape. This stop balances relaxed browsing with postcard views—ideal for fresh seafood and sunlit snapshots.

Discover Salamanca’s UNESCO-listed core on a guided walk through the glowing sandstone of the “Golden City.” Step into the arcades of Plaza Mayor, continue past the historic University of Salamanca, and admire the shell-studded facade of the Casa de las Conchas.

Hear tales of scholars, stonemasons and cathedral builders, and learn where to spot playful carvings like the astronaut detail. The blend of medieval and Renaissance artistry makes this a feast for architecture lovers.

Walk the riverfront to admire Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, its titanium curves mirroring water and sky. Stroll the Nervión River promenade past contemporary footbridges and public art, including the flower-clad Jeff Koons’ Puppy.

Get context on Bilbao’s steel-to-culture reinvention and explore the streets where traditional pintxos bars meet avant-garde design. Time here lets you browse exteriors, photograph dynamic angles, or independently enter the museum if you wish.

Wander the arcaded promenades circling La Concha Bay and dip into the lanes of Parte Vieja, famed for pintxo bars stacked with bite-sized creations. Trace Belle Époque elegance along railings and bandstands and breathe in salty Atlantic air.

Learn how aristocrats helped shape this seaside resort and where chefs sparked a Basque culinary renaissance. Views to Monte Urgull and Santa Clara Island create a natural amphitheatre for golden-hour photos.

Join an orientation through Pamplona’s cobbled core, circling Plaza del Castillo and pausing by the Route of the Running of the Bulls. See the Baroque town hall and cathedral precinct as you trace centuries of Navarrese history.

From Hemingway haunts to fortified walls, your guide points out tapas streets and leafy squares for later. The walk sets you up to enjoy Pamplona’s plazas and pintxos with local ease.

Explore the hillside lanes of the Albaicín, pausing at miradors with sweeping views to the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada. Continue to the Capilla Real to learn about the tombs of the Catholic Monarchs and Spain’s pivotal unification story.

Whitewashed patios, tea-scented teterías and Moorish arches frame a living tapestry of cultures. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; it’s an enriching complement to the Alhambra visit.

Feel the pulse of Andalucía at an intimate traditional flamenco performance, where heelwork, guitar and palmas build to raw crescendos. Sip a chilled sangria as dancers channel duende in a candlelit tablao.

Hosts share the art’s Roma and Andalusian roots, from smoky song to ornate shawls. This evening experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Venture into the Andalusian countryside to visit a working olive grove. Walk among century-old trees, learn harvesting methods, and taste cold-pressed extra virgin oil that captures sun, soil and varietal character.

Producers explain Spain’s place in global olive culture and how acidity, aroma and terroir shape a fine oil. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Share a table for a dinner with locals, tasting home-cooked Andalusian dishes like salmorejo, tortilla and slow-stewed ibérico. Between courses, swap stories about neighborhood life, festivals and flamenco traditions.

This hosted evening offers warm hospitality and insight into daily rhythms beyond the monuments. The experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided walking tour through lanes of Barrio Santa Cruz, tracing patios scented with orange blossom. View the exteriors of the Seville Cathedral and Giralda and hear how Moorish-meets-Mudéjar style shaped palaces and courtyards.

Local history brings Jewish quarter legends and royal stories to life as you map out the best tapas corners for later. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Walk with resident guides on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER street art tour, discovering murals that reframe public space and identity. See community-led regeneration expressed in color, texture and bold social messages.

Learn how artists collaborate with locals, and how proceeds support neighborhood initiatives. This responsible travel experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Taste your way through Porto, stopping to sample regional specialties—from hearty francesinha to flaky pastries—and pairing bites with a sip of local port. Browse stalls at Mercado do Bolhão and tile-lined cafés near São Bento Station.

Guides share the city’s culinary roots, from Atlantic seafood to Douro valley wines, and point out favorite tasca counters for later. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Settle into a candlelit venue for traditional Portuguese fado, where a haunting guitarra portuguesa accompanies soulful vocals that embody saudade.

Hosts introduce the genre’s roots and meaning as you sip a drink and let the poetry of Porto’s old quarters wash over you. This evening experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Experience an electric flamenco performance in a Barcelona tablao, where rapid footwork meets guitar and palmas. Between sets, savor a multi-course dinner featuring regional flavors and Catalan favorites.

Artists introduce palos (styles) and the emotional heartbeat of the art, creating a stirring finale to your Iberian journey. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.