Paradores and Pousadas

Journey through the Iberian Peninsula to the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fort­resses, and stately palaces, each reflecting the spirit of its region.

Paradores and Pousadas

Journey through the Iberian Peninsula to the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fort­resses, and stately palaces, each reflecting the spirit of its region.

Highlights

  • Enjoy eight nights in the intimate and distinguished lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fortresses, and stately palaces
  • Sightseeing in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital, includes the majestic 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery, the iconic Tower of Belém, and the inspiring Monument to the Discoveries
  • Travel through the agricultural Alentejo province, a region of olive groves and vineyards, stopping to sample the local wine and see the ancient Spanish city of Mérida
  • Take an excursion to Cordoba, once the capital of Moorish Spain, where highlights include the atmospheric Old Quarter and the revered Mezquita mosque
  • Spend time in the Prado, one of the world’s great museums, featuring the Spanish masters as well as superb collections of the Italian and Flemish masters
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Lisbon, Portugal
Day 2: Arrive Lisbon
Day 3: Lisbon | Queluz
Day 4: Lisbon | Evora
Day 5: Evora
Day 6: Evora | Merida, Spain | Carmona
Day 7: Carmona | Seville
Day 8: Carmona | Cordoba
Day 9: Carmona | Ronda
Day 10: Ronda
Day 11: Ronda | Granada | Ubeda
Day 12: Ubeda | Toledo | Madrid
Day 13: Madrid
Day 14: Madrid
Day 15: Depart for U.S.

Available to Book
Sept. 14-28, 2024

Starting price

$5,674

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Portugal, Spain

Activity Level

High
Sept. 14-28, 2024

Starting price

$5,674
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Portugal, Spain

Activity Level

High
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