Essential Islamic Heritage Journey
- 15 Days
Adult
Child
Infant
Description
TOUR OVERVIEW
15-Day Iberian Islamic Heritage Tour (6 days in Portugal and 9 in Spain). One of the defining features of Moorish architecture is its intricate detailing and exquisite ornamentation. From Arabic calligraphy to geometric patterns, these designs are steeped in symbolism and spirituality.
The Moors forbade the depiction of living creatures in their art, focusing instead on floral motifs, interlacing arches, and elaborate tilework. Examples of this craftsmanship can be seen in Andalucia’s most iconic sites, including the Alhambra in Granada, the Mezquita-Catedral in Córdoba, and the Giralda in Seville.
Duration
15 Days
Language
English, Arabic, Portugues
Highlights
- 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Expert lectures on Islamic architecture
- Traditional cuisine experiences
- Exclusive mosque and palace access
Included
- Breakfast in hotel
- Lunch and dinner in identified restaurants except in free days
- Tour guides
- hotel - Airport transfers
Excluded
- Local taxes
- Personal consumptions
- Insurance
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Lisbon Arrival
- - 14:00: Airport transfer & check-in
- - 16:00-18:00: Brief orientation walk
- - 20:00: Welcome dinner with Arabic influences
Day 2 - Islamic Lisbon
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:00: São Jorge Castle & Islamic archaeological site
- 13:00: Lunch at traditional restaurant in Alfama
- 14:30-17:00: Alfama quarter walking tour
- 17:00-19:00: Free time for shopping
- 20:00: Dinner with Fado show
Day 3 - Sintra & Cascais
- 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- 09:00-12:30: Moorish Castle exploration
- 13:00: Lunch in Sintra historical center
- 14:30-16:30: Pena Palace visit
- 16:30-19:00: Cascais coastal tour
- 20:00: Dinner at seaside restaurant
Day 4 - Évora & Mértola
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:00: Travel to Évora, UNESCO site visit
- - 13:00: Lunch at traditional Alentejo restaurant
- - 14:30-17:00: Mértola Islamic Museum
- - 17:00-18:30: Archaeological Islamic quarter
- - 20:00: Dinner at local restaurant
Day 5 - Algarve Islamic Heritage
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:00: Silves Castle visit
- - 13:00: Lunch in Silves traditional restaurant
- - 14:30-16:00: Tavira Islamic Museum
- - 16:00-18:00: Walking tour of Tavira
- - 20:00: Seafood dinner at marina
Day 6 - Transfer to Spain
- -08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-11:00: Morning shopping
- - 13:00: Lunch en route
- - 16:00: Arrival in Seville
- - 20:00: Welcome dinner in Seville
Day 7 - Seville
- -08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:30: Real Alcázar tour
- - 13:00: Lunch in Santa Cruz quarter
- - 15:00-18:00: Giralda Tower & Cathedral
- - 20:00: Dinner with flamenco show
Day 8 - Seville
- -08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:30: Santa Cruz Jewish Quarter
- - 13:00: Lunch near Plaza de España
- - 15:00-18:00: Plaza de España & Maria Luisa Park
- - 20:00: Dinner cruise on Guadalquivir
Day 9 - Córdoba
- -08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:30: Mezquita-Cathedral visit
- - 13:00: Lunch in Jewish Quarter
- - 15:00-18:00: Jewish Quarter & Synagogue
- - 20:00: Dinner at traditional Cordoban restaurant
Day 10 - Córdoba
- -08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:30: Medina Azahara site
- - 13:00: Lunch at local restaurant
- - 15:00-17:00: Calahorra Tower
- - 18:00-19:30: Arab baths experience
- - 20:30: Dinner with local specialties
Day 11 - Granada
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-13:00: Alhambra Palace tour
- - 13:30: Lunch with Alhambra views
- - 15:00-18:00: Generalife Gardens
- - 20:00: Arabian dinner show
Day 12 - Granada
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:30-12:30: Albaicín quarter
- - 13:00: Lunch at Arab tea house
- - 15:00-18:00: Carmen de los Mártires
- - 20:00: Dinner at traditional restaurant
Day 13 - Toledo
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:00-12:30: Cristo de la Luz Mosque
- - 13:00: Lunch in historic center
- - 15:00-18:00: Islamic architecture tour
- - 20:00: Dinner with medieval theme
Day 14 - Madrid
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - 09:30-12:30: Royal Palace
- - 13:00: Lunch in Madrid center
- - 15:00-18:00: Islamic art museum
- - 20:00: Farewell dinner
Day 15 - Departure
- - 08:00: Breakfast at hotel
- - Transfer to airport according to flight time
Maps
Average Guest Reviews
From $3,700.00
Book This Tour
Have a question in mind
Looking for more info? Send a question to the tour agent to find out more.
You might also like
Travel is my life. Since 1999, I have been traveling around the world nonstop. If you also love travel, you are in the right place!
