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  • 16 Days
  • Cities Visited

    Madrid, Merida, Cordoba, Seville, Jerez, Ronda, Gibraltar, Algeciras, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Tetouan, Fez, Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, Tarifa, Malaga, Granada

    Group Size:
    8-24
    Age Range:
    1-99
    Languages: English
    Type: Guided Group Tours, Guided Small Group Tours, Packages & Tours

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Tour at a Glance

Tour at a Glance

Explore changing landscapes, architecture and cuisine on an escorted small group tour through Spain and Morocco!

  • Be awed by the beautiful grand mosque of Cordoba
  • Visit the stunning city of Seville, overflowing with Moorish architecture
  • Leave Europe behind as you cross the Strait of Gibraltar
  • Experience mesmerising Morocco and its unique culture, customs and cuisine
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  • Stops:
  • Map is an indication of destinations visited and may not depict the exact route taken.

Itinerary

Day 1:                            MADRID

Meet & greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. This evening, join your tour director and fellow travellers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Madrid. (D)

Day 2:                        MADRID

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the beauties of the city with a guided city tour. Barrio de la Morería, the Hapsburgs District, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. During the visit, we will taste the typical chocolate with churros, the most Madrid-style snack. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Overnight in Madrid. (B)

Day 3:                          MADRID – MERIDA – CORDOBA

Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Andalusian soils, we drive to Merida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore its rich historical heritage before continuing to Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Overnight in Cordoba. (B)

Day 4:                        CORDOBA – SEVILLE

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the impressive tour of Cordoba´s Mosque (entrance included) and other sites that will ease our mind and spirit strolling through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, continue your journey towards Seville. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to discover Andalusian cuisine at a local restaurant with your fellow travellers. Overnight in Seville. (B, D)

Day 5:                        SEVILLE

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of the Andalusian Capital, Seville. Visit the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome. Continue to Santa Cruz quarter, the natural scenario of Carmen as well as the myth of Don Juan; continue to Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city of light. Overnight in Seville. (B)

Day 6:                    SEVILLE – JEREZ – RONDA

After breakfast, travel south through Andalusian villages to Jerez, where you will be captivated by two of the essential elements of the Andalusian soul: wine and horses. We will visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, and will enjoy a wine tasting in one of the famous local wineries. Continue to Ronda. Visit an olive oil production facility at LA Organic and taste their organic olive oil. Rest of the day at leisure to discover the secrets of Ronda. Overnight in Ronda. (B)

Day 7:                        RONDA – GIBRALTAR – ALGECIRAS – TANGIER – TETOUAN

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Ronda towards Gibraltar. Upon arrival, visit ON THE ROCKS in Gibraltar. Free time in Gibraltar. Continue to Algeciras to take the ferry to Tangier. Arrival in Tangier, our first contact with Morocco, and transfer to Tetouan, city known as “The White Dove” and whose Medina is recognized a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dinner and overnight in Tetouan. (B, D)

Day 8:                             TETOUAN – CHEFCHAOUEN – FEZ

Breakfast and panoramic visit of the most interesting places in Tetouan before continuing the route to Chefchaouen, considered the Blue City due to the color of its houses and streets. Arrival and visit the city, walking through its Uta El Hammam square, with free time for shopping and lunch. Afterward, depart for Fez, crossing the Rif mountain range. Arrival in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Fez. (B, D)

Day 9:                        FEZ

Breakfast and a full visit to the country’s religious city. Founded in the 8th century by Idriss II, it is considered one of the Four Imperial Capitals. During this visit, a tour is conducted through the most emblematic places, such as the Royal Palace gates, the Jewish quarter, and the fortress that offers the best view of Fez el Bali, the medina or old city. A walking tour will lead us to the famous Bab Bou Jeloud gate, offering a glimpse into a part of the city that still lives close to the Middle Ages. Walls protect its interior, formed by hundreds of labyrinthine alleys where visitors can experience a multitude of smells and flavours in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Arrival at a palace in the city for a practical class on how to prepare one of Morocco’s most typical dishes, couscous. Guests will help the cooks finish this dish. Finally, lunch is served at this location. In the afternoon, visit nearby vineyards for a wine tasting session. Dinner and overnight in Fez. (B, L, D)

Day 10:                         FEZ – CASABLANCA – MARRAKECH

Breakfast and departure towards Marrakech, traveling entirely on the highway. A stop is made in Casablanca for free time for lunch and a visit to the city. The tour includes the United Nations Square, Habous Quarter, and finally the exterior of the great Hassan II Mosque. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Marrakech. (B, D)

Day 11:                        MARRAKECH

Breakfast. Departure for a city tour, beginning with the grand Menara Gardens, which feature a side pavilion and countless olive trees. Then, an exterior visit to the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin of Seville’s Giralda. In the old part of the city, visit the Dar el Bacha Museum, known for its spectacular architecture. Finally, head to the Jamaa el Fnaa square, one of Morocco’s most interesting places, from where you can access the souks and medina. In the afternoon, visit different artisan guilds, including woodworkers, potters, tanners, and spice merchants. At some point, visit a riad in the medina, a palace house, for a special moment: a traditional tea ceremony conducted by an expert. Learn how to make this important Moroccan beverage, which is an integral part of the country’s culture. Dinner and overnight in Marrakech. (B, D)

Day 12:                      MARRAKECH – RABAT

Breakfast and early departure for Rabat. Visit to the capital of the country, including the Royal Palace gates, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the Hassan Tower. Dinner and overnight in Rabat. (B, D) (B, D)

Day 13:                RABAT – TANGIER – TARIFA – MALAGA

Breakfast and departure to Tangier. Upon arrival, a panoramic tour of Cape Spartel, the palace route, and finally the Kasbah, from where the city’s inhabitants defended against pirate attacks centuries ago. Transfer to the Tangier port for a fast catamaran to Tarifa and then continue to Malaga. Overnight in Malaga. (B)

Day 14:                    MALAGA – GRANADA

After breakfast, visit the city and explore its historical and cultural attractions. Malaga is a city full of corners that look back on several centuries of history, from the time of the Romans (with its magnificent theatre) to the Arab, with the Alcazaba or the Castle of Gibralfaro. Continue to Granada. This city, located at the foot of Sierra Nevada, between the Darro and Genil rivers, is one of the jewels of Andalusia. Here, the impressive Andalusian legacy, represented by the Alhambra, is complemented by Renaissance architectural gems. We will have the chance to learn how to dance flamenco before attending a dinner with a flamenco show in one of the most typical venues in Granada. After dinner, we invite you to take the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful views of Granada from one of the city’s viewpoints. Overnight in Granada. (B, D)

Day 15:                        GRANADA – MADRID

Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the world famous Alhambra complex with a Local Expert (entrance included) and Generalife Gardens. Then, depart to Madrid. In Madrid, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. Overnight in Madrid. (B, D)

Day 16:                    MADRID

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. End of our services. (B)

Accommodation (or similar):

MADRID: AC Cuzco 

CORDOBA: Hesperia Cordoba Or NH Califa

SEVILLE: Melia Lebreros Or NH Collection Sevilla

RONDA: Catalonia Reina Victoria**

Note: The departure on December 19, 2025, will not be accommodated in Ronda, but in Costa del Sol.

TETOUAN: Soho Or La Paloma

FEZ: Royal Mirage Or Zalagh Park

MARRAKECH: Palm Plaza Or Ryad Ennakhil Or Kenzi Rose

RABAT: Belere Or Chellah

MALAGA: Malaga Alameda affiliated by Meliá

GRANADA: Catalonia Granada Or Meliá Granada

Includes:

  • Guided visits in Madrid, Cordoba (Mosque entrance included) Seville (Cathedral entrance included), Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, Fez, Malaga & Granada (Alhambra entrance included)
  • English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
  • Daily breakfast
  • Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid
  • Welcome Tapas Experience dinner
  • Dinner in Seville
  • Visit & Ticket Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art
  • Visit to Wineries and sherry wine tasting
  • Olive Oil Tasting at Local Almazara
  • Self-guided experience in Gibraltar
  • Couscous cooking experience & lunch in Fez
  • Visit to local vineyards and winery and wine tasting in Fez
  • Tea Ceremony in Marrakech
  • Flamenco experience with masterclass, show & dinner in Granada
  • Farewell Dinner Madrid
  • 6 Hotel dinners in Morocco
  • Transportation by luxury coach
  • Private transfers to – from airport as per itinerary

Things to Note:

  • Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
  • Itinerary is subject to change at any time without notice.
  • Service charges and tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
  • Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
  • *Minimum 8 passengers required for English-only tour. If the minimum of 8 passengers is not met, the supplier may offer an alternative coach tour that is operated on a multilingual basis.
  • Baggage Policy: 1 suitcase per person up to a maximum of 25 kilos and maximum measurement of 157cm dimension (the dimensional measurement of a suitcase is the sum of length, width and height). Only suitcases of higher measures will be accepted if they are shared between two passengers. Hand bags should be taken care of personally with you. Only one hand baggage per person is allowed. Compulsory excess baggage penalties apply. We recommend that you carry only the luggage you will need. Remember that your trip will be more enjoyable if you don’t have to continually worry about heavy and bulky baggage.
  • If the panoramic tour of Madrid is not operated for technical reasons, it will be replaced by the Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus 1 day instead.
  • When the group is made up of 10 or fewer passengers, the circuit will have no guide, but a knowledgeable expert driver-guide. Such change will not be considered as a significant change of the trip.
  • During stay in Madrid, tour escort service is not available.
  • Passport details are required at least 60 days in advance to the tour’s departure.
  • The Morocco portion can be modified without substantial variation of services.
  • **The departure on December 19, 2025, will not be accommodated in Ronda neither in Málaga, but in Costa del Sol. Supplements for special dinners on these exceptional dates.
  • We recommend you to select flights that arrive no later than 5 PM so you can enjoy the itinerary from the beginning.

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Spain & Morocco | Guided Small Group Tour

From $8,590 AUD $9,545 AUD SAVE $955 AUD
  • 16 Days
  • Cities Visited

    Madrid, Merida, Cordoba, Seville, Jerez, Ronda, Gibraltar, Algeciras, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Tetouan, Fez, Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, Tarifa, Malaga, Granada

    Group Size:
    8-24
    Age Range:
    1-99
    Languages: English
    Travel Style: Guided Group Tours, Guided Small Group Tours, Packages & Tours

Or contact your local travel agent.

Spain
Speak to our Spain Expert - Tim

One of Tim’s favourite destinations is Slovenia. Lake Bled, Ljubljana, Postojna, Celje – Slovenia has so much to offer!

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