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Sample Gastronomy Itinerary Portugal & Spain

Wall with jamon serrano, Madrid, Spain

Days 1-3, Lisbon Old Quarter Petiscos Tour Walking Wine Tour with Sommelier Monastery of the Jerónimos & Tower of Belém Days 4-7, Douro & Porto Obidos 12th century Cistercian monastery of Santa Maria Full Day Douro Wine Region Tour including…

Southern Portugal

Concrete statues, Belem tower, Lisbon

Lisbon, Alentejo, & The Algarve A trip to southern Portugal is sure to include Lisbon. A cutting-edge city filled with hills, trolleys, the sound of life all around, and petiscos to be eaten. This capital city’s intricate and unique neighborhoods…

Northern Portugal

A river running through Porto surrounded by tall buildings

Porto, Douro Valley, Coimbra, & Beyond Catch the views of the city of Porto as you walk along the Dom Luís I Bridge or take a river cruise through the UNESCO wine region of the Douro Valley. Northern Portugal offers…

Northern Spain

Beach scene with rolling waves, Llanes, Basque Country, Spain

Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, Basque Country, Navarra, & La Rioja Known as Spain’s hidden gem, Northern Spain is unlike the Spain you may have seen in the movies. In the north, Spanish culture meets regional cultures meets Celtic culture. From Santiago…

Northeastern Spain

People sitting on bench near Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain during sunset

Catalonia, Aragon, & Valencia Most notable in Northeastern Spain is Catalonia, home to Barcelona and famous for it’s architecture, history, gastronomy, and regional traditions. Catalonia’s distinct culture and language set it apart from the rest of the country. Here the…

Southern Spain

Brown concrete building during daytime, Seville, Spain.

Andalusia, Extremadura, Murcia, & Gibraltar Step into the land of flamenco, refreshing cities, and quaint seaside towns. In Southern Spain, you will be immersed in local culture, while enjoying a mild climate, a perfect combination to get to know some…

The Islands

Small Cala in Mallorca, full with yachts and small boats.

Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Madeira, & Azores Wondering how there could be more to the Iberian Peninsula? Get off the mainland and visit one of the four archipelagos belonging to Spain and Portugal. Diversify your trip to the Peninsula with…

Morocco

Image of pool in boutique hotel, Marrakesh, Morocco

Less than 10 miles south of Spain, lies Morocco. While on the continent of Africa, you will find a blend of Arab, Berber, and European cultures in Morocco. Traveling to Morocco is wonderful for the history lovers and culture buffs…

The French Border

Green grass field during golden hour, grape vines.

French Basque Country, Languedoc Region, & Pyrenees Home to the distinguished Eiffel Tower and the iconic Louvre Museum, France’s history is significant as it relates to the world. Just think of the Renaissance or French Revolution. At Valesa Cultural, our…

Central Spain

People walking on sidewalk near red and brown building during daytime, Madrid, Spain

Madrid, Castile-La Mancha, & Castile and León Central Spain makes the perfect destination for lovers of history, architecture, and culture. Madrid’s central location guarantees easy access from all over the world. This bustling capital city has so much to offer…