Which Iberian Peninsula Tour is Right for You?

From the rugged Atlantic coastline to soaring Pyrenees peaks, sleepy fishing villages to buzzing cities, restored medieval monasteries to ancient Roman ruins, the Iberian Peninsula’s appeal is undeniable. Millions of visitors flock to this sun-splashed region every year, drawn by the natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant cultures waiting to greet them in Spain and Portugal.

At Odysseys Unlimited, we offer three distinct small group tours to the Iberian Peninsula, each with its own unique perspective: Across Spain and Portugal, Paradores & Pousadas, and Discovering Portugal. Read on to learn more about each one – and which might be the tour for you.

Across Spain and Portugal

For travelers who want to experience the highlights of Portugal and northern Spain, including cosmopolitan Lisbon, historic Porto, the rugged Basque Country, and colorful Barcelona.

Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Fortified cities and tiny fishing villages, stunning coastlines and imposing mountain ranges, iconic shrines to both religion and fine art, and intimate lodgings in historic paradores and pousadas – it all awaits on this singular small group journey from Lisbon across the north of Spain, ending in vibrant Barcelona.

Stays In: Lisbon, Porto, Santiago de Compostela, Len, Bilbao, Bielsa, Barcelona

Length: 17 days

Price: From $6,274, air and land inclusive (click here for specific pricing info)

Post-Tour Extension: 3 days in Barcelona, on your own

Highlights Include:

• Porto touring, including a private Douro River cruise and port wine tasting
• Stops along religious route of Way of St. James, including León and Santiago de Compostela
• Full-day excursion along the beautiful, rugged Basque coastline
• Three nights in brilliantly quirky Bilbao, known for its Guggenheim and Fine Arts museums
• A visit to fabled Palmplona, renowned for the annual Running of the Bulls
• Two nights in Bielsa, nestled high in the Pyrenees
• Three nights in Barcelona, featuring the work of visionary architect (and Barcelona’s native son) Antoni Gaudí, a tour of Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter), a paella cooking class, and more

Paradores & Pousadas

For travelers looking for a well-balanced journey through parts of Portugal and southern Spain – the latter of which is well-known for its abundance of ancient Roman and Moorish ruins.

Alhambra | Granada, Spain

See the Iberian Peninsula in small-group style, with stays in the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fortresses, and stately palaces, each reflecting the spirit of its region. We feel the spell of Iberia’s rich Roman and Moorish past – and the pull of its vibrant contemporary life.

Stays In: Lisbon, Evora, Carmona, Ronda, Úbeda, Madrid

Length: 15 days

Price: From $5,274, air and land inclusive (click here for specific pricing info)

Post-Tour Extension: 4 days in Barcelona, on your own

Highlights Include:

• Eight nights’ accommodations in distinguished historic lodgings, like a restored 15^th-century convent in Evora and a 14^th-century Arab fortress in Carmona
• Lisbon sightseeing, including 16^th-century Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, and more
• Stops at dozens of historical sites, including the Roman ruins at Mérida, Alhambra palace in Granada, Moorish Toledo, Mezquita-Catedral in Córdoba, and more
• Three nights in sophisticated Madrid, complete with visits to a royal palace, Plaza Mayor, Museo Nacional del Prado, the Moorish medieval district – and fine dining options aplenty

Discovering Portugal

For travelers seeking a comprehensive deep dive into the history, culture, art, cuisine, and natural beauty of Portugal.

Sagres, Portugal

From Lisbon to the north of Portugal, through the Alentejo region and south to the Algarve, our small group navigates the gentle charms of this country rich in history, blessed with natural beauty, and well-versed in hospitality.  Complementing our discoveries: stays in two unique pousadas, Portugal’s famed historic lodgings.

Stays In: Lisbon, Porto, Estremoz, Sagres

Length: 13 days

Price: From $4,972, air and land inclusive (click here for specific pricing info)

Highlights Include:

• Lisbon sightseeing, including 16^th-century Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, and more
• Porto touring, including a private Douro River cruise and port wine tasting
• Medieval Guimarães, considered by many to be the “birthplace of Portugal”
• A journey through the pastoral Alentejo district, with visits to Estremoz and Sagres – and lunch at a country estate as we travel from Estremoz to Sagres
• A look at Portugal’s rich seafaring history in Sagres and Lagos
• Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites all across Portugal
• See fado – the traditional, melancholy music of Portugal – performed live

Still torn about which of these tours is right for you? Give us a call at 1-888-370-6765 and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have. And if you’ve already decided on your dream Iberian Peninsula tour, submit an online reservation request today and one of our Travel Counselors will be in touch soon!