Complete Spain & Portugal Travel Itinerary
June 30 - July 16, 2025
June 30 (Monday) - Travel Day
Departure from Houston
- Morning: Blacklane ride to IAH airport
- Flights: IAH → EWR → MAD with layover at Newark
- Travel day to Madrid
July 1 (Tuesday) - Madrid Arrival
9:00 AM - Arrive Madrid (MAD)
Check-in: The Madrid Edition (3:00 PM)
Day Activities:
- Morning/early afternoon: Relax and recover from travel
- Light sightseeing:
- Retiro Park stroll
- Puerta del Sol exploration
- Gran Vía walk
- Optional (depending on energy): Visit Prado Museum or Reina Sofía
July 2 (Wednesday) - Madrid to Seville
10:00 AM - Prado Museum Audio Tour (Confirmed)
Morning Activities:
- Visit Prado Museum with audio tour
- Lunch in Madrid (vegetarian-friendly options near museum)
Afternoon Travel
- Check out from Madrid hotel
- 4:25 PM: Train from Madrid Atocha to Seville Santa Justa
Evening in Seville
Check-in: Querencia de Sevilla, Autograph Collection
- Walk around Barrio Santa Cruz
- Dinner: Traditional vegetarian tapas in Seville
July 3 (Thursday) - Seville Full Day
Full Day Exploration:
- Early morning: Visit Alcázar of Seville (recommended early arrival)
- Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower
- Plaza de España and Maria Luisa Park exploration
- Evening: Flamenco show (book in advance)
- Dinner: Vegetarian Andalusian cuisine
July 4 (Friday) - Seville to Granada
Morning in Seville
- Leisurely breakfast and final Seville stroll
- Check out from Querencia de Sevilla
12:17 PM - Train to Granada
Train: Seville Santa Justa to Granada
Afternoon in Granada
Check-in: Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula
- Explore Albaicín neighborhood
- Mirador de San Nicolás for sunset views
- Dinner: Traditional vegetarian-friendly Andalusian dinner
July 5 (Saturday) - Granada to Valencia
8:30 AM - Alhambra General Visit (Confirmed)
Early morning: Alhambra tour (book tickets well in advance)
12:00 PM - Check out & Travel
- Check out from Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula
- 3:30 PM: Train from Granada to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla
Evening in Valencia
Check-in: NH Collection Valencia Colón
- Walk around Valencia old town
- Dinner: Submarino Restaurant inside L'Oceanogràfic (vegetarian options)
July 6 (Sunday) - Valencia Full Day
Morning:
- Visit City of Arts and Sciences (Oceanogràfic, Museu de les Ciències)
Afternoon:
- Explore Turia Gardens (former riverbed park)
- Beach time at Malvarrosa or Las Arenas
Evening:
- Dinner at local vegetarian-friendly restaurants
- Optional: Sunset at Albufera Natural Park nearby
July 7 (Monday) - Valencia to Barcelona
9:05 AM - Train to Barcelona
- Check out from NH Collection Valencia Colón
- Train: Valencia Estació del Nord to Barcelona Sants
- Arrival: ~11:30-12:00 PM in Barcelona
Afternoon - Barcelona Arrival
Check-in: Yurbban Passage Hotel and Spa
Confirmation: 7495, 6, 7, 8
Address: Carrer de Trafalgar, 26, Ciutat Vella, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 938 82 89 77
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM - La Roca Village Shopping
Afternoon Activity: Shopping excursion to La Roca Village outlet mall
Evening
- Late dinner in Barcelona
- Rest at hotel to prepare for Gaudí tour tomorrow
Hotel Details:
- 3 nights accommodation (July 7-10)
- 2 double rooms including breakfast
- Luxury hotel with outdoor pool and spa center
- Complimentary WiFi throughout
- Daily authentic Catalan breakfast
- Note: City tourist tax paid at checkout
ARRIVE BARCELONA
Check-in: Yurbban Passage Hotel and Spa
Confirmation: 7495, 6, 7, 8
Address: Carrer de Trafalgar, 26, Ciutat Vella, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 938 82 89 77
Accommodation Details:
- 4 nights in 2 double rooms including breakfast
- Luxury hotel with outdoor pool and spa center
- Complimentary WiFi throughout
- Daily authentic Catalan breakfast
- Note: City tourist tax paid at checkout
July 8 - BARCELONA: Gaudí's World Tour
10:00 AM - Gaudí Architecture Tour
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 10:00 AM
Guide: Barcelona Discovery (+34 629 59 12 18)
Transport: Confort Bus Cataluña (+34 934 08 21 83)
Tour Highlights:
- La Sagrada Família - Gaudí's masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage site
- Park Güell - Colorful mosaic wonderland blending art and nature
- Private specialized guide and executive vehicle
- All entrance tickets included
Key Sites:
- Basílica de la Sagrada Família (Carrer de Mallorca 401)
- Park Güell (Carrer d'Olot)
July 9 - BARCELONA: Montserrat Day Trip
9:00 AM - Full Day Montserrat Excursion (6 hours)
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 9:00 AM
Guide: Barcelona Discovery (+34 629 59 12 18)
Transport: Confort Bus Cataluña (+34 934 08 21 83)
Experience:
- Journey to Catalonian countryside and Montserrat Mountain
- Visit 12th-century Benedictine Monastery
- See the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta)
- Listen to one of Europe's oldest boys' choirs (if available)
- Walking tour of Montserrat Natural Park
Included:
- Professional guide and private transportation
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Monastery visit and natural park exploration
July 10 - BARCELONA: Medieval Girona & Costa Brava
8:30 AM - Private Day Trip
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 8:30 AM
Guide: Inout Barcelona Tours (+34 933 181 023)
Itinerary:
- Girona - Medieval city with preserved Jewish Quarter
- Gothic Cathedral (widest Gothic nave in the world)
- Colorful houses along Onyar River
- Ancient city walls and Eiffel-designed bridge
- Game of Thrones filming locations
- Pals - Medieval hilltop village
- Stone-built architecture and ivy-covered archways
- Panoramic views over Empordà plains
- Calella de Palafrugell - Whitewashed fishing village
- Traditional Costa Brava charm
- Opportunity for seaside lunch
- Optional coastal walking trails (Caminos de Ronda)
- Swimming in Mediterranean waters
Key Sites:
- Catedral de Girona (Plaça de la Catedral)
- The Houses on the River Onyar
July 11 - Travel Day: BARCELONA TO THE ALGARVE
12:20 PM - Hotel to Airport Transfer
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 12:20 PM
Transport: Confort Bus Cataluña (+34 934 08 21 83)
3:20 PM - Flight Departure
Flight: Ryanair FR 6420
Departure: Aeroport De Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)
Arrival: 4:15 PM at Aeroporto De Faro (FAO)
Evening - Arrival in The Algarve
Airport Transfer: VIP Chauffeurs (+351 914 479 300)
Meeting Point: Arrivals hall
Check-in: Pine Cliffs Residence
Confirmation: 82836237 / 82829054
Address: Praia da Falésia, 8200-912 Albufeira, Portugal
Phone: +351 289 500 300
Accommodation Details:
- 2 nights in 2 x 2-bedroom apartments including breakfast
- Luxury resort with wellness center, pools, and 9-hole golf course
- 147 luxury apartments overlooking golf course
- Multiple restaurants, bars, and recreational facilities
- Direct beach access and water sports
July 12 - THE ALGARVE: Benagil Cave Adventure
1:30 PM - Boat Trip to Benagil and Marinha
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 1:30 PM
Transport: VIP Chauffeurs (+351 914 479 300)
Boat Company: Allboat (+351 924 486 699)
Experience:
- 2-hour small group boat tour from Marina de Portimão
- Explore stunning Benagil coastline and multiple caves
- Visit famous Marinha Arches
- Breathtaking photo opportunities inside caves (tide permitting)
- Optional Atlantic Ocean swimming (not in Benagil cave)
Included:
- Expert local guide, crew, and fuel
- Insurance and hotel transportation
July 13 - Travel Day: THE ALGARVE TO LISBON
9:00 AM - Private Transfer to Lisbon
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 9:00 AM
Transport: Amiroad Luxury Transport (+351 914 075 830)
Check-in: Turim Boulevard Hotel
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Address: Av. da Liberdade 159, 1250-143 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351 21 040 8780
Accommodation Details:
- 3 nights in 1 superior double and 1 superior twin room including breakfast
- 5-star hotel with terrace, restaurant, and bar
- City center location (0.6 mi from Dona Maria II National Theater)
- Continental buffet breakfast with local specialties
- Note: City tourist tax paid at checkout
2:00 PM - Private Lisbon City Tour (4 hours)
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 2:00 PM
Guide: Alexandra Cavaco (+351 91 10 14 217)
Customizable Walking Tour:
- Alfama district's labyrinthine alleys
- Santa Justa elevator architecture
- Bairro Alto bohemian neighborhood
- Graça viewpoint panoramic views
- Historical insights and cultural stories
- Tile-adorned façades and Fado music heritage
July 14 - LISBON: Sintra & Cascais Day Trip
8:00 AM - Full Day Private Excursion (8 hours)
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 8:00 AM
Transport: Amiroad Luxury Transport (+351 914 075 830)
Guide: Alexandra Cavaco (+351 91 10 14 217)
Itinerary:
- Sintra
- Pena Park botanical gardens
- Pena National Palace (19th-century romanticist fairy-tale palace)
- Views of ancient Moorish Castle
- Quinta da Regaleira with famous initiation well
- Lunch in old Sintra town (try Travesseiro and Queijada pastries)
- Roca Cape
- Europe's westernmost point
- Dramatic Atlantic cliff photography
- Guincho Beach
- Wild Atlantic beauty and surf hotspot
- Cascais
- Portugal's premier resort town
- Maritime heritage and cosmopolitan flair
- Picturesque bay and sun-kissed beaches
Included:
- Pena Park and Quinta da Regaleira entrance tickets
- Expert local guide and private vehicle
July 15 - LISBON: History & Flavors Food Tour
10:00 AM - Lisboa Food & Walking Tour
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 10:00 AM
Guide: Alexandra Cavaco (+351 91 10 14 217)
Flexible Culinary Journey:
- Explore Lisboa's oldest neighborhoods
- Traditional pastries and espresso tastings
- Portuguese delicacies: local cheese and Port wine
- Historic landmarks and lively squares
- Cultural insights and fascinating history
- Scenic finale with breathtaking city views
Key Areas:
- Chiado district
- Rossio Square
- São Jorge Castle
Included:
- Private local guide, tapas, and drinks
July 16 - DEPARTURE
7:25 AM - Private Transfer to Airport
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby at 7:25 AM
Transport: Private vehicle to Lisbon Airport
Quick Reference Contacts
Barcelona
- Barcelona Discovery: +34 629 59 12 18
- Confort Bus Cataluña: +34 934 08 21 83
- Inout Barcelona Tours: +34 933 181 023
The Algarve
- VIP Chauffeurs: +351 914 479 300
- Allboat: +351 924 486 699
Lisbon
- Amiroad Luxury Transport: +351 914 075 830
- Alexandra Cavaco (Guide): +351 91 10 14 217
Travel Tips
- Time Zones: Barcelona (CEST), Portugal (WEST) - 1 hour behind Barcelona
- Currency: Euro (€) in both countries
- Tourist Tax: Payable at hotel checkout in Barcelona and Lisbon
- Weather: July is peak summer - pack light, breathable clothing and sunscreen
- Languages: Spanish/Catalan in Barcelona, Portuguese in Portugal (English widely spoken in tourist areas)