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ANDALUSIA & PORTUGAL TOUR

 7 Nights 8 Days

   NOVEMBER 2 - 9, 2026

Day 1 November 2, 2026 Monday                                                                                          Istanbul & Porto

Meeting at 05:30 AM at the Istanbul New Airport International Departures Terminal, followed by baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures. We then fly with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1449 to Porto, departing at 07:55. Upon arrival in Porto at 09:55, we board our private buses for a panoramic city tour of Porto. Highlights include the Rieira district overlooking the Douro River, historic buildings, Bolsa Palace, Santa Clara Church, Se Cathedral (Porto Cathedral), House of the Prince, Sao Francisco Church, Sao Bento train station, Ponte d Lous I Bridge, and a panoramic view of the Douro River. After the tour, we transfer to your hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 2 November 3, 2026 Tuesday                                                                                   Braga & Guimares & Porto

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Braga & Guimares. Our first stop is Braga, one of Portugal's most important cities. In Braga, we visit 'Church of Bom Jesus Do Monte' (Mountains' Jesus), one of the most sacred sites. This magnificent structure features 650 steps, representing the finest example of granite architecture in Northern Portugal. Devout pilgrims climb these steps on their knees during holy days to reach the sacred site. From Braga, we proceed to Guimares, the former capital of Portugal. Guimares, protected by UNESCO, is a charming city known for its typical houses and squares. After visiting Guimares, we travel to Porto via a scenic coastal road with ocean views. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and spend the evening there.

Day 3 November 4, 2026 Wednesday                                                      Fatima & Nazare & Obidos & Lisbon

After breakfast at the hotel, we take our seats on the bus and head to Fatima, our first stop. This is the place where the Virgin Mary appeared to three young shepherds in 1917 and revealed three secrets. It is considered one of the largest pilgrimage and worship centers in Christianity. From Fatima, we head towards the coast to Nazare, a famous fishing town known for its beaches. The cliffs of Nazare, where the famous explorer Vasco da Gama came to pray before his long sea voyages, are truly breathtaking. Next, we visit Obidos, a medieval town that has preserved its historical character, still standing with its 12th-century walls. Finally, we continue our journey to Lisbon. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and spend the evening there.

Day 4 November 5, 2026 Thursday                              Sintra & Cascais & Estoril & Cabo de Roca & Lisbon

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our Lisbon city tour, visiting Eduardo VII Park, Rossio Square (the heart of the city), Liberdade Square, the Tagus River, São Jorge Castle, Alfama District, Alcantara District, Belem Tower (where explorers set sail), the Monument to the Discoveries in Belem, and Jeronimos Monastery. After the city tour, we embark on a trip to Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, and Cabo da Roca. At Sintra Royal Palace, Portugal's most important summer palace, you will have the opportunity to admire its unique Moorish-style architecture, which resembles a museum of azulejo tiles. Following this tour, we visit Cascais and Estoril, charming towns with old fishing neighborhoods and summer homes along the coast. Our final stop is Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. After the tour, we transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel. Guests who wish may join us for an evening Fado show.

Day 5 November 6, 2026 Friday                                                                                                                  Seville

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Seville. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic city tour of Seville, visiting America Square, Spain Square, Golden Tower, Santa Cruz Quarter, and Maria Luisa Park. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and enjoy free time. In the evening, guests who wish can join us for a Flamenco night, featuring Spanish music, drinks, and traditional Spanish dances. Overnight in Seville at our hotel.

Day 6 November 7, 2026 Saturday                                                                  Seville & Cordoba & Granada

After breakfast at the hotel, we visit the Alcazar Palace, Seville Cathedral, and then head to Cordoba.

The Alcazar Palace, a masterpiece of Arab architecture from the Umayyad Caliphate, is renowned for its beautiful gardens, known as Jardines de Alcazar (Alcazar Gardens). Our next stop is Seville Cathedral, construction of which began in 1181. It is the third-largest cathedral in the world after St. Paul's in London and the Vatican. Then, we travel 140 km to Cordoba. We visit the Mezquita Mosque-Cathedral, one of the most significant and largest structures of Western Islamic art, begun in 785 and completed in 987. Originally built with 1013 columns, it was expanded three times. In the 16th century, 157 columns were demolished to make room for a cathedral, giving it its current form. Other sights include the Jewish Quarter (Judeira) with its maze-like streets and white houses, Plaza Mayor, the Roman Bridge, city walls, and the Almodovar Gate. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 7 November 8, 2026 Sunday                                                                                                              Granada

After breakfast at the hotel, we take a panoramic city tour of Granada, visiting Bib Lambra Square, the Christopher Columbus Monument, City Hall, and the Cathedral (exterior). After the tour, we visit the Alhambra Palace (subject to availability). Following the visit, we have free time. Afterward, we explore the Albayzín, the old Muslim quarter listed as a World Heritage Site. Then, we visit Sacromonte, the old Gypsy quarter, also on the World Heritage List. After the Sacromonte Gypsy quarter tour, we check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel. Guests who wish may join us for a natural Sagramonte Gypsy Show accompanied by a drink in the Natural Caves.

Day 8 November 9, 2026 Monday                                                                                         Malaga - Istanbul

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Malaga. Upon arrival, we take a city tour visiting Paseo de Parque (Park Avenue), Plaza de la Merced, Cervantes Theater, Puerto Marina (Harbor), La Alcazaba, and Gibralfaro Castle. After the city tour, we have free time. At 14:30, we transfer to Malaga Airport. After completing ticket and customs procedures, we fly with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1306, arriving in Istanbul at 17:40. Upon arrival at Istanbul New Airport at 23:55, our tour concludes, and we bid farewell, looking forward to meeting again on another journey.