Spain, Portugal, and Morocco — The Route of the Three Cultures
About this tour
This journey is much more than a trip; it is a deep immersion in the legacy of the three cultures that shaped our very identity. From the majesty of the Caliphate at the Mosque of Córdoba and the Nasrid elegance of the Alhambra in Granada to the vibrant soul of Seville, we’ll trace the historical threads that connect Mexico to the Iberian Peninsula and the Maghreb.
In Morocco, the journey takes on a mystical quality as we venture into the labyrinthine medinas of Fez and Marrakech, culminating in the vastness of the desert, where time seems to stand still amid the dunes and stars, revealing the Mediterranean’s most ancient roots.
Heading toward the Atlantic, we’ll explore the essence of Portugal through the nostalgia of fado in Lisbon, the academic tradition of Coimbra, and the riverside elegance of Porto. Each stop on this curated tour has been selected to highlight the architectural, artistic, and cultural heritage of these nations.
About the guide
Hist. Daniel Alcalá
History
Gallery
Itinerary
01 Day 1 — Flight from Mexico City to Madrid
- Departure from Mexico City.
02 Day 2 — Madrid – Seville
- Arrival in Madrid. Train to Seville. Accommodations in Seville.
03 Day 3 — Seville
- The Giralda and the Cathedral. Plaza España and the Alcázar.
04 Day 4 — Córdoba – Granada
- Trip to Córdoba. Visit the Mosque-Cathedral and the Jewish Quarter. Overnight stay in Granada.
05 Day 5 — Granada – Alhambra – Málaga
- Visit to the Alhambra. Transfer to the Málaga airport. Flight from Málaga to Marrakech.
06 Day 6 — Marrakech
- Bahia Palace. Tour of downtown Marrakech.
07 Day 7 — High Atlas – Ouarzazate
- Ksar Ait Benhaddou. Ouarzazate.
08 Day 8 — Facts – Merzouga
- Valley of the Roses. Merzouga Desert.
09 Day 9 — Merzouga – Ifrane
- Rissani. Ifrane National Park.
10 Day 10 — Fez – Chefchaouen
- Transfer and tour of Fez. Transfer to Chefchaouen.
11 Day 11 — Tangier – Lisbon
- Transfer to Tangier. Flight from Tangier to Lisbon.
12 Day 12 — Lisbon
- Belém Tower. Tour of Lisbon.
13 Day 13 — Coimbra – Porto
- University of Coimbra. Accommodations in Porto.
14 Day 14 — Porto
- Panoramic tour and walking tour of La Ribera.
15 Day 15 — Flight from Porto to Madrid to Mexico City
- Return trip.
16 Day 16 — In transit
17 Day 17 — Arrival in Mexico City
- Arrival in Mexico City.
What's included
- Flights from Mexico City to Madrid and back, and domestic flights
- Internal Train Transfers
- Ground Transportation
- Accommodations at 3- or 4-star hotels
- Speaker specializing in the topic
- Travel Coordination
- Breakfasts
- Tickets to specified venues
- Assist Card Travel Assistance Insurance
What's not included
- Unspecified foods
- Tickets to unspecified venues
- Activities not specified in the itinerary
- Major Medical Expense Insurance
Payment information
Bank transfer, deposit, and credit card. Up to 6 months interest-free with all cards.
Or take advantage of our interest-free payment plan:
Double Room
€1,491 — March 1 (non-refundable)
€1,159 — May 1
€1,159 — July 1
€1,159 — September 1
Single Room
€1,674 — March 1 (non-refundable)
€1,302 — May 1
€1,302 — July 1
€1,302 — September 1
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