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Lisbon to Barcelona Tour with Med Cruise & Flights
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What's included
- Accommodation based on twin share room
- Cruise as per itinerary
- Cruise meals and non-chargeable entertainment
- Daily breakfast
- Escorted tour
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- International flights from Australia
- Transport in air conditioned vehicles
- Airport transfers
- Any items or services not specified
- Cruise gratuities
- Cruise transfers
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Medical and emergency insurance
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses
Tour & Cruise Overview
Delight in the wonders of Portugal and Spain on an exciting tour then cruise through France and Italy on a wonderful Mediterranean voyage!
While on tour, discover the 16th century monuments of Lisbon. Take to the streets of Seville and there’s the option to feel the rhythmic vibe to attend a Flamenco show. On a walking tour of Cordoba, explore the historic Jewish Quarter and a grand mosque that was transformed into a soaring cathedral. See the famous windmills of La Mancha. Experience the palaces and grand architecture of Madrid and unique beauty of Barcelona.
After time to witness Barcelona’s iconic masterpieces, like Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, it’s time to board MSC Fantasia for an inspiring 7-night journey to Marseille, Genoa, La Spezia, the soul-stirring city of Naples and Palma de Mallorca.
For more information, call 1300 168 910 between 9:30am-4:30pm weekdays or email [email protected] today!
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Special Deal
Save when you book this exciting tour and cruise combo.
Lowest price departures are on the following dates:
2023 – 01, 18, 29 November
2024 – 24, January; 07, 14, 21, 28 February; 06, 13, 20, 27 March
Please note: Prices in AUD are per person, based on twin share. Please contact us for single traveller rates with private rooms. Package is subject to availability and prices can change without notice. Please confirm current prices. Travel insurance is essential and conditions apply.
Inclusions at a glance
- International flights: Return economy airfare to Lisbon & from Barcelona
- Fly from Australian capital cities (prices may vary)
- Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 9 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast
- 2 nights Lisbon
- 2 nights Seville
- 2 nights Madrid
- 3 nights Barcelona
- Hotel porterage taxes, fees & service charges while on tour (days 2-10)
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach (days 2-9)
- Services of English-speaking tour manager (days 2-9)
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring (days 2-9)
- 7 nights MSC Med Cruise, round-trip from Barcelona
- Choice of cabin aboard MSC Fantasia
- All meals & non-chargeable entertainment while on the ship
Special features
- View Lisbon’s 16th century Belem Tower and the Monument of Discoveries
- Discover the charming town of Zafra with its 15th century Alcazar (fortress)
- Tour the astonishing Mezquita de Cordoba, transformed into a soaring cathedral
- Take an orientation tour of Zaragoza, located on the banks of the Río Ebro
- Leisure time in Barcelona with its choice of museums, galleries, and cafes
- Enjoy the luxe onboard facilities of MSC Fantasia on a stunning Med cruise
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- DAY 2
- DAY 3
- DAY 4
- DAY 5
- DAY 6
- DAY 7
- DAY 8
- DAY 9
- DAY 10
- DAY 11
- DAYS 11 - 17
- DAY 18
Fly to Portugal
Depart Australia for flights to Lisbon, Portugal
Arrive Lisbon
Welcome to Lisbon with its Moorish and Roman ruins. Make your own way to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM
Overnight: Lisbon
Lisbon City Tour
The morning city tour of Lisbon begins with a stop at the top of Edward VII's Park for panoramic views over the hills of Lisbon and the River Tagus. Next, view the treasured 16th century Belem Tower and the Monument of Discoveries, standing at the marina in Belem, starting point for many of Portugal's explorers. Afternoon is at leisure
Overnight: Lisbon
Meals: Breakfast
Zafra en route to Seville
Depart Lisbon and head south. Cross the region of Alentejo, with its rolling hills, vineyards and cork oak trees. Reach the Spanish border and enter the region of Extremadura. Stop at the town of Zafra with its 15th century Alcazar (fortress). After an orientation tour, spend time at leisure. In the afternoon head to Seville, capital of the Andalucia region on Spain's southern coast. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Later, opportunity to attend the optional Flamenco Show in this city known as the birthplace of Flamenco
Optional: Evening Flamenco Show (PM)
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
Full Day in Seville
Spend the day at leisure or, join the optional Seville City Tour. Begin at Plaza de España and the gardens of Maria Luisa Park before taking a walking tour in the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter of the city. Continue to view the Cathedral of Seville, burial site of Christopher Columbus. In the afternoon, perhaps join the optional Palacio de las Dueñas. Tour the palace, built in the 15th century in Renaissance style with Gothic and Moorish accents and learn about its intriguing history. Following the visit, walk around Seville's Old Town
Optional: Seville City Tour (AM)
Optional: Palacio de las Dueñas and Walk through Old Town (PM)
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
Cordoba en route to Madrid
Depart Seville and head north towards Madrid. En route stop in Cordoba, founded by the Romans. Visit the Mezquita de Cordoba, a grand mosque that was transformed into a soaring cathedral in the 16th century. A walking tour of the city reveals the ancient Jewish Quarter with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets, picturesque squares, and view of the 14th century Synagogue on Calle de los Judios. Continue north through the region of La Mancha, home of Don Quixote, featuring panoramic views of its famous windmills. Arrive in Madrid and check into your hotel
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
Madrid City Tour
The morning city tour of Madrid begins with a drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the Royal Palace. Pass through Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. Join the afternoon optional Toledo Tour. Take a walking tour of the former capital city and visit the St. Tome Church with its El Greco masterpiece and Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue with its Moorish architecture
Optional: Toledo Tour (PM)
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
Zaragoza en route to Barcelona
Depart Madrid this morning and head to Barcelona. On the way, stop at Zaragoza, located on the banks of the mighty Río Ebro. Take an orientation tour of the city and spend time at leisure. In the afternoon, continue to Barcelona with its unending choice of museums, galleries, and cafes. Perhaps stroll along Las Ramblas, Barcelona's famous pedestrian walkway with its life-size animators, and stalls
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Breakfast
Full Day in Barcelona
Today, spend a full day at leisure in Barcelona, or join the optional guided Barcelona City tour, where you will get an introduction to the city and view its famous landmarks. In the afternoon, participate in the optional Gaudi Monuments tour with a guide and discover some of its most important creations. View its masterpiece, the iconic Sagrada Familia (choose to visit independently). Then, continue along the elegant Passeig de Gracia boulevard to view Casa Batllo and Casa Milà, known as La Pedrera. Conclude the tour with a visit to Park Güell, where the colors and expressions of Gaudi's work are boldly displayed. Tonight, attend a reception and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Optional: Barcelona City Tour (AM)
Optional: Gaudi Monuments (PM)
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Breakfast
Free Day in Barcelona
The tour comes to an end this morning, but you have another free day to see more of Barcelona and discover other delights in the charismatic city.
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Breakfast
Board Cruise
Check out of your hotel in the morning, then the day is free until it’s time to make your way to the port to board magnificent MSC Fantasia for the Med Cruise.
Med Cruise Itinerary
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Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
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Day 11 |
Barcelona, Spain |
6:00pm |
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Day 12 |
Marseille, France |
9:00am |
6:00pm |
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Day 13 |
Genoa, Italy |
9:00am |
6:00pm |
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Day 14 |
La Spezia, Italy |
7:00am |
5:30pm |
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Day 15 |
Naples, Italy |
1:00pm |
7:30pm |
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Day 16 |
At Sea |
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Day 17 |
Palma de Mallorca, Spain |
10:00am |
8:00pm |
Depart Barcelona, Fly to Australia
The cruise returns to Barcelona this morning. After disembarking, make your own way to the airport via taxi or shuttle for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast on the ship
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This escorted group tour covers the highlights of Portugal and Spain. Enjoy 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, coach transport and sightseeing as per the itinerary. Then board MSC Fantasia for a 7-night Mediterranean cruise. Plus, flights from Australia are included.
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Tour departures
This escorted tour and cruise package departs on select dates in 2023 and 2024.
Departures are subject to availability and prices may vary at time of booking.
Please ask us for your preferred date and we will advise availability and current cost.
Important to remember...
The day-by-day tour descriptions in the itinerary are intended as an indicative guide only. Travel by nature is unpredictable. Weather patterns, ocean conditions, road accessibility, public holidays, travel restrictions and a multitude of other factors may necessitate itinerary changes that are ultimately for the client's benefit. It is essential that travellers are flexible and open minded in this regard.
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Email [email protected]. Phone 1300 168 910 (in Australia) or text +61 437 851 966 (from overseas or via mobile).
New safety measures and greater peace of mind.
The wellbeing and safety of our passengers and staff is always a priority, especially as we adjust to a new world for travellers. My Travel Experience is committed to ensuring your peace of mind with customer-friendly booking practices and enhanced health and safety standards on our trips.
Safe Travel Requirements:
The tour operator and cruise line may implement a number of enhanced health and safety protocols on their trips. These additional precautions have been introduced to help ensure that travellers and staff are as protected as much as possible.
Negative PCR or Antigen Tests
Travellers may be asked to produce a negative PCR test or negative Antigen test in order to embark on the escorted tour and cruise, regardless of vaccination status.
Self-monitor for Covid-19 symptoms
Travellers are asked to self-monitor daily before the boarding for any COVID-19 related symptoms. Travellers may be required to complete a Covid-19 Acknowledgement of Risk or to sign a Responsible Traveller Pledge (committing to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and fellow travellers).
Face masks and sanitising
It's recommended that travellers bring their own face masks for use throughout the journey, as well as spares. Always remember to practice good hygiene and wash or sanitise your hands frequently.
Adequate Travel Insurance
All tour travellers are required to show proof of adequate travel insurance before embarking on tour and cruise. Your policy of insurance is required to cover you and your party against the cost of cancellation by you; the cost of assistance (including repatriation - medical and non-medical) in the event of accident or illness; loss of baggage and money; protection against any Covid-related claims and other expenses.
Check the current requirements
Travel guidelines are subject to change as the global situation evolves. The enforcement of certain measures (i.e. social distancing and mask-wearing) will vary in different regions. The tour and cruise operators will defer to local health authorities for best practices in their region.
It's your responsibility to check with your home country's policies, as well as destinations that you will be visiting, on testing, travel requirements and the latest travel advisories.
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Prices were correct as of 31 May 2023. Please contact us for current rates.
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