Experience the best of these two Mediterranean countries combined as you travel with your students from Malaga to Lisbon, passing by the majestic Alhambra in Granada, and the famous Mezquita de Córdoba, on your way to the Algarve. Learn to dance flamenco in Seville, taste delicious pasteis de Nata in Lisbon, and so much more!
Sample itinerary for Spain and Portugal trips
Day 1
Overnight flight to Spain.
Day 2
Arrive in Malaga, let the journey begin!
Discover the Alcazaba, one of the largest Arab fortresses in Andalusia, as well as Gibralfaro Castle, built in the 14th century to protect the Alcazaba.
Day 3
Explore Granada with a local guide. Make no mistake, you are still in Spain, even though Granada's architecture appears to be from an entirely different country!
Visit one of Spain's most legendary sites in Andalusia, the Alhambra Palace! This architectural masterpiece is sure to leave you with lifelong memories.
Stroll through the beautiful Generalife Gardens and enjoy the tranquility of this historic site.
Day 4
Discover everything there is to know about the making of olive oil on a guided tour, followed by an on-site tasting. Yum!
Let a local guide reveal all of the Cordoba's secrets, the city shaped by history, various civilizations and religions. The Mosque-Cathedral is sure to amaze you!
Day 5
Put your sunglasses on, and be prepared to be dazzled by the beauty of the whitewashed streets of Seville during a guided tour with a local guide.
Visit Plaza de Toros of Maestranza, the city's central arena to understand the importance of bullfighting in Andalucian culture.
Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet to the beat, because you're about to participate in your very-own Flamenco class!
Day 6
This excursion is for the adventurers! Learn everything you need to know about Andalusia's bullfighting culture during a visit of a bull farm in Gerena. ¡Olé!
Is there a better way to discover a new culture than through its food? Roll up your sleeves and let's partake in a paella workshop!
Day 7
Today we're changing countries and heading to Portugal. Let's go!
Welcome to Faro, the capital city of the Algarve. Discover the city's rich history during a guided tour.
Day 8
Take a cruise from Albufeira, along the southern coast of Portugal, to explore the region's most beautiful caves.
Discover the Portuguese capital of Lisbon and its rich historical heritage. Explore the Alfama district with its Moorish heritage, Bairro Alto and Baixa.
Day 9
Visit the Jeronimos Monastery, also known as Hieronymites Monastery, a 16th-century architectural masterpiece declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
Head to the Castelo de São Jorge, an ancient Moorish fortress dating from the 11th century, destroyed and then rebuilt into a castle to celebrate Portugal's victory during the Siege of Lisbon.
End your trip in style with a tasting of delicious Portuguese pastries, pasteis de Nata.
Day 10
With your head and luggage full of memories, make your way to Lisbon Airport to catch your flight home.
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