Sep 12-272026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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13 Days | The Complete Iberian Journey
Portugal & Spain
Two Countries. One Seamless Journey.
Begin in Lisbon, cross into Andalusia and finish in Barcelona with a true small group and the planning handled for you.
From $9,479 per person, double occupancy
- Lisbon to Barcelona
- 13 days
- Maximum 16 guests
- Classic + Deluxe
- Optional Porto and Madrid
No obligation. Start with dates or a conversation.
Plan with confidence
The essentials, before the details.
Compare the route, land price, transportation cost and first available departures at a glance.
- Duration
- 13 days
- Core route
- Lisbon to Barcelona
- Group
- 8–12 guests, maximum 16
- Classic
- From $9,479
- Deluxe
- From $10,679
- On-tour transport
- $940 per person
Included highlights
- Curated hotels
- Breakfast daily
- Welcome dinners
- Tour Captain hosting
- Local guides
- Discovery Walks
Plan for separately: On-tour flights and trains between Lisbon, Seville, Granada and Barcelona are listed at $940 per person.
Next departures
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Sep 19-Oct 42026
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Sep 26-Oct 112026
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Traveler perspective
Travel that feels personal.
Small groups make room for distinctive hotels, comfortable transportation, shared conversation and attentive Tour Captain support.
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Iberia as one unfolding story.
Portugal and Spain connect naturally, with longer stays and a practical flow from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.
Two countries, one plan
Experience Lisbon and Spain’s great southern cities without stitching separate trips together.
True small groups
Travel with 8–12 guests, with a maximum of 16, for easier movement and more personal support.
Three-night stays
Spend meaningful time in Lisbon, Seville, Granada and Barcelona instead of changing hotels every morning.
Guided and independent time
Balance local expertise and signature sights with room for cafés, neighborhoods and personal interests.
Signature Iberian highlights
Connect Belem, the Alcazar, Mezquita, Alhambra and Gaudi in one coherent Journey.
Extend at either end
Add Porto and the Douro before Lisbon or continue to Madrid after Barcelona.
Route overview
Lisbon to Barcelona across four chapters.
The 13-day core Journey moves from Portugal into Andalusia and finishes beside the Mediterranean.
- 01Lisbon · 3 nights
Belem, historic neighborhoods and optional Sintra.
Fly onward to Seville. - 02Seville · 3 nights
Royal Alcazar, old city and independent time.
Continue through Cordoba. - 03Granada · 3 nights
Mezquita en route, Alhambra and Generalife.
Fly onward to Barcelona. - 04Barcelona · 3 nights
Gaudi, Gothic Quarter and Mediterranean finale.
The core Journey ends on Day 13. - +Optional extensions
Porto and Douro before; Madrid and Toledo after.
Separately priced additions.
Day by day
Explore the Journey at your pace.
Follow the Journey from Lisbon to Barcelona, with time to experience each destination and enjoy discoveries of your own.
Chapter 1 | Days 1-3LisbonLisbon begins with hills, tiles, river light, Belem monuments, neighborhood walks and the possibility of Sintra.Discovery Walk and welcome dinnerLisbon and BelemOptional Sintra
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Day 1
Arrival into Lisbon, Discovery Walk and welcome dinner.
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Day 2 Today's Journey
Lisbon Secrets & Treasures
Lisbon reveals itself through graceful plazas, tiled facades, river views and the stories of Portugal's Age of Discovery. Walk with your guide through the capital's historic heart as elegant neighborhoods, monuments and local flavor bring the city to life.
Today's highlights include:- Guided exploration of historic Lisbon
- Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries
- Jeronimos Monastery
- Time to enjoy Lisbon's cafes, shops and riverfront atmosphere
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Day 3 Today's Journey
Sintra or Lisbon at Your Pace
Today gives Portugal a little room to breathe. Choose the romance of Sintra's palaces and hillside beauty, or stay in Lisbon for a slower day of neighborhoods, views, cafes and personal discovery.
Today's highlights include:- Optional Sintra exploration
- Palace atmosphere and scenic hillside setting
- Leisure time in Lisbon for independent discoveries
- A flexible day shaped around your interests
Chapter 2 | Days 4-6SevilleSeville brings warm plazas, Santa Cruz lanes, the Alcazar, Cathedral atmosphere, flamenco energy and time to wander.Travel to SevilleRoyal Alcazar and old cityIndependent time
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Day 4
Travel onward to Seville, Discovery Walk and welcome dinner.
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Day 5 Today's Journey
Seville Secrets & Treasures
Seville surrounds you with orange trees, tiled courtyards, royal history and the warm rhythm of Andalusia. Explore the city's grand spaces and intimate lanes as the Alcazar, Plaza de Espana and old-quarter atmosphere reveal the soul of southern Spain.
Today's highlights include:- Plaza de Espana and Maria-Luisa Park
- Royal Alcazar of Seville
- Santa Cruz lanes and historic city atmosphere
- Time for tapas, flamenco spirit or evening wandering
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Day 6 Today's Journey
Day 6: Seville at Your Pace
After the guided discoveries, Seville rewards a slower day. Choose a cooking class, flamenco experience, special-interest touring or simply let the city unfold through plazas, cafes and shaded streets.
Today's highlights include:- Optional culinary or flamenco experiences
- Leisure time in Seville
- Neighborhood wandering and local flavor
- Space to follow your own curiosity
Chapter 3 | Days 7-9Cordoba & GranadaCordoba and Granada move the Journey into flower lanes, the Mezquita, the Alhambra, Sacromonte and the layered history of Andalusia.Cordoba and the MezquitaAlhambra and GeneralifeGranada at your pace
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Day 7 Today's Journey
Cordoba Layers & Granada Arrival
Cordoba is a city of layered civilizations, flower-lined lanes and one of Spain's most extraordinary sacred spaces. Explore the Mezquita and the old quarter before continuing toward Granada, where Andalusia's Moorish story deepens.
Today's highlights include:- Cordoba sightseeing with local context
- The Mezquita
- Flower lanes and historic old-quarter atmosphere
- Onward Journey to Granada
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Day 8 Today's Journey
The Alhambra & Granada's Moorish Soul
Granada feels suspended between mountain light, Moorish artistry and Andalusian rhythm. The Alhambra and Generalife bring the day into focus, while the old quarters invite a slower sense of beauty, craft and history.
Today's highlights include:- Alhambra touring
- Generalife gardens
- Granada's old-quarter atmosphere
- Views, courtyards and Moorish design details
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Day 9 Today's Journey
Day 9: Granada at Your Pace
Today keeps space in the Journey for the Granada that reveals itself slowly. Choose a tasting, walking experience, neighborhood exploration or a quieter day with mountain views and cafe time.
Today's highlights include:- Optional food, walking or cultural experiences
- Time in Granada's historic neighborhoods
- Local flavor and independent discovery
- A slower day before Barcelona
Chapter 4 | Days 10-13BarcelonaBarcelona closes with Gaudi, the Gothic Quarter, Park Guell, La Sagrada Familia, Mediterranean energy and a winery finale.Flight to BarcelonaGaudi and Gothic QuarterMediterranean finale
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Day 10
Travel to Barcelona, Discovery Walk and welcome dinner.
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Day 11 Today's Journey
Barcelona, Gaudi & the Mediterranean Imagination
Barcelona closes the Journey with color, architecture, sea air and creative energy. From the Gothic Quarter to Gaudi's visionary works, the city feels both ancient and wildly inventive.
Today's highlights include:- Barcelona city immersion
- Park Guell
- La Sagrada Familia
- Gothic Quarter and Mediterranean atmosphere
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Day 12 Today's Journey
Day 12: Barcelona Finale
Your final full day leaves room for Barcelona's pleasures: food, design, sea light, shops and a special Now Journey finale. It is a celebratory close to the Iberian story.
Today's highlights include:- Leisure time in Barcelona
- Optional neighborhood, culinary or design discoveries
- Special Now Journey finale
- A final evening with the group
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Day 13
Departure from Barcelona or continue to Madrid.
Extend your Iberian Journey
Add more Portugal—or more Spain.
Choose a pre-tour beginning in Porto or a post-tour continuation in Madrid.
Before Lisbon
Porto & the Douro
Begin with Porto and Portugal’s Douro Valley before joining the core Journey in Lisbon.
$3,879 per person, double occupancyAsk about the Porto extensionAfter Barcelona
Madrid & Toledo
Continue with the Prado, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, Mercado San Miguel and a Toledo day trip.
Ask for current pricingAsk about the Madrid extensionHotel paths
Choose Classic or Deluxe.
Prices are per person in US dollars based on two guests sharing a room. Hotels may be substituted with comparable hand-selected properties based on availability.
Classic Hotel Collection
From $9,479
- Well-located 3-star-plus properties
- Air conditioning and breakfast as applicable
- Comfortable, practical stays
- Exact hotels confirmed by departure and proposal
Deluxe Hotel Collection
From $10,679
- Selected 4- and 5-star properties
- Enhanced setting, amenities or atmosphere
- Per person, double occupancy
- Exact hotels confirmed by departure and proposal
Choosing your hotel collection: Your Journey Designer will walk you through the Classic and Deluxe options for your departure, including specific properties and room details.
Lisbon
Selected central Lisbon hotels or similar, chosen for walkability, atmosphere and access to Belem, Baixa, Chiado and Bairro Alto.
Seville
Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla, Hotel Alfonso XIII or similar, selected for old-city atmosphere and strong access to the historic center.
Granada
Boutique Granada properties or similar, selected for historic access, comfort and proximity to the city's evening life.
Barcelona
Central Barcelona hotels or similar, selected for access to the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi sites and the Mediterranean finale.
Plan the complete cost
What’s included—and what to plan for.
See the included Journey highlights, separately priced transportation and optional additions.
Included highlights
- Curated hotels
- Breakfast daily
- Welcome dinners
- Discovery Walks
- Tour Captain hosting
- Local guides
- True small group, maximum 16
- Seamless logistics
Optional or additional cost
- On-tour flights and trains: $940 per person
- Porto and Douro pre-tour extension: $3,879 per person, double occupancy
- Madrid post-tour extension
- Optional local experiences
Ask your Journey Designer about
- Madrid extension pricing
- International airfare
- Baggage terms
- Travel insurance and gratuities
- Solo or single supplement
- Deposit and cancellation timing
Activity and trip fit
Is this your kind of Iberian Journey?
A strong fit for travelers who want Portugal and Spain in one graceful arc.
Right for you if…
- You want Lisbon and Spain’s great southern cities in one plan.
- You value layered history, food culture, architecture and meaningful free time.
- You like a smaller group and three-night stays in major destinations.
- You may want Porto before the tour or Madrid after Barcelona.
Activity note: Expect moderate walking, cobblestones, stairs and uneven old-city streets.
Dates & prices
Choose the departure that fits.
Land prices are per person in US dollars based on two guests sharing a room. Add $940 per person for the listed on-tour flights and trains.
2026 departures True small group touring
Sep 12-272026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
AvailableCheck this departureClassic: $9,479
Sep 19-Oct 42026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
AvailableCheck this departureClassic: $9,479
Sep 26-Oct 112026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
AvailableCheck this departureClassic: $9,479
Oct 3-182026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Oct 10-252026
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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2027 departures True small group touring
Apr 10-252027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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May 1-162027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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May 22-Jun 62027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Jun 7-222027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Sep 11-262027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Sep 18-Oct 32027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Sep 25-Oct 102027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
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Oct 2-172027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
AvailableCheck this departureClassic: $9,479
Oct 9-242027
Deluxe: $10,679
Classic: $9,479
AvailableCheck this departureClassic: $9,479
Pre-tour option: Porto and the Douro are listed at $3,879 per person based on double occupancy.
Journey Guide
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FAQs and booking details
Clarify the practical details.
Open a question for the essential trip-fit answer.
How does this relate to the Portugal-only and Spain-only Journeys?
This is the complete linked Iberian Journey. The Portugal and Spain pages offer shorter, single-country alternatives.
Are the on-tour flights and trains included in the land price?
No. The page lists $940 per person separately for transportation from Lisbon to Seville and Granada to Barcelona.
Is Madrid included?
No. Madrid is an optional post-tour continuation after Barcelona. Ask your Journey Designer for current pricing.
Is Porto and the Douro Valley included?
No. Porto and the Douro are a pre-tour extension listed at $3,879 per person based on double occupancy.
What is the activity level?
Expect moderate walking, cobblestones, stairs, uneven surfaces, periods of standing and transportation days.
What is the difference between Classic and Deluxe hotels?
Classic uses well-located 3-star-plus properties; Deluxe uses selected 4- and 5-star properties with enhanced setting, amenities or atmosphere. Exact hotels are confirmed for each departure.
What group size should guests expect?
Groups typically include 8–12 guests, with a maximum of 16.
Can the Journey be arranged privately?
Ask a Journey Designer about private Journey options for your preferred dates and party.
What happens if a listed hotel changes?
A comparable hand-selected property may be substituted based on availability.
Deposits, payments, changes and cancellations
Review the complete terms before making a commitment.
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Start with a proposal or a conversation with a Now Journey Designer. We’ll help you compare dates, hotel collections, extensions and the Journey length that fits you best.
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