Paradores & Pousadas: Historic Lodgings of Spain & Portugal

Feel the spell of Iberia’s rich Roman and Moorish past – and the pull of its vibrant contemporary life – on this distinctive 15-day journey through the Iberian Peninsula to the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas.  Your small group begins with Lisbon’s highlights, including iconic Belém Tower, and visits the lovely National Palace of Queluz.  Travel through the picturesque Alentejo region to one of Portugal’s finest pousadas in Evora, a UNESCO site replete with Roman and Moorish relics.  Crossing into Spain, encounter Mérida’s outstanding Roman ruins. During a three-night Carmona sojourn, experience Seville’s romance and tour its renowned Catédral.  Visit Cordoba, a cultural gem and UNESCO site.  After exploration of Granada with its extraordinary Alhambra, discover beautiful hilltop Toledo.  With three final nights in monumental Madrid, touring includes the Royal Palace, the world-renowned Prado, and Plaza Mayor.  Enjoy Spain’s spirited cultural capital, Barcelona, with an optional 4-day/3-night post-tour extension.