Magnificent Cities of Portugal and Andalusia 7 Nights - with Turkish Airlines May 15 Departure (Eid al-Adha Special) (OPO-SVQ)

Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter 3 hours before departure. After baggage, ticketing, and passport control procedures, departure for Porto with Turkish Airlines flight TK1451 at 12.45. Following our arrival at 15.40 local time, our Porto city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Porto is the country's second largest city and is famous for its unique architecture, colorful houses, and narrow streets. During our city tour here, our first stop is Boavista, known as the modern trade and business center. Then our next stop will be the borders of Fort de Sao Francisco do Queijo located on the Atlantic Ocean coast. Passing from here through the Foz neighborhood, an old fishing village where the Douro River flows into the ocean, we proceed along the river banks towards downtown Porto. Our route will start from Carmo Square. Passing by the historic Lello bookstore and Clerigos Church, we will descend to Aliados Square. Sao Bento Station, St. Francis Church, the Stock Exchange Palace, Porto Cathedral, Liberdade Square, Batalha Square, Santa Catarina Street which is the city's most famous shopping street, Dom Luis I Bridge, and Arrabida Bridge will be among the places we will see. Our tour will end with the exploration of the Ribeira district, located on the banks of the Douro River, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. At the end of the tour, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Magnificent Guimaraes & Bom Jesus do Monte & Braga tour. (70 Euro) Guimaraes is a historic city located in northern Portugal and is one of the country's most important cultural and historical centers. Also known as the "birthplace of Portugal," Guimarães holds great historical significance as the place where the Kingdom of Portugal was founded in the 12th century. The city resembles an open-air museum with its narrow streets, stone buildings, and medieval structures. During our walking tour in this beautiful city, chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2012, the medieval castle, churches representing the original works of Portuguese architecture, magnificent gardens, historic houses, and streets will leave a mark in our memories. After our tour, we depart for our next stop, Bom Jesus do Monte. Built in neoclassical style by Carlos Amarante between 1784 and 1857, we descend the zigzagging stairs in front of Bom Jesus Cathedral, referred to as a labyrinth, and then depart for Braga. Known as the "Rome of Portugal" because it was built by the Romans 2,000 years ago, Braga is one of the country's oldest settlements. With its charming historic streets, colorful squares, and traditional buildings, it will take you centuries back in time while exploring. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish may join the Magnificent Porto Boat Tour. (20 Euro) We recommend you not to miss this tour where you will observe Porto from a different perspective on the Douro River. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Lisbon. Our first stop on the way is Fatima. This place, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children in 1917 and revealed three secrets, is one of the largest pilgrimage and worship centers of Christianity. Then our next stop is Obidos. When you arrive in Obidos, you will feel as if you are traveling centuries back in time. The residents of this small town still walk around in their traditional clothes on certain days of the week, keeping history alive. During our pleasant walking tour in the city, this small town with its narrow streets, small churches, beautiful houses, and shops will leave a mark in our memories. After our tour, departure for Lisbon. Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal and is one of the oldest capitals in Europe. Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, this historic city draws attention with its impressive views, colorful neighborhoods, and rich cultural heritage. On our tour, we will first visit the church part of the Jeronimos Monastery, and then stop for a photo break at the Belem Tower on the banks of the Tagus River and the Monument to the Discoveries. After a short walk in the Alfama district, the city's oldest district which suffered the least damage from the 1755 earthquake, named after the Arabic word for bath and which can only be explored on foot, we will return to our vehicle. Passing through Praca do Comercio, Baixa district, Rossio and Restauradores squares which we will see along the way, we will complete our tour and transfer to our hotel after a photo break given on the upper terrace of Eduardo VII Park overlooking Marques de Pombal Square located at the end of Liberdade Avenue lined with chic boutiques. In the evening, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Magnificent Fado Night with Dinner tour. (75 Euro) Fado is an emotional music style that tells the history, romance, loss, and nostalgia of the Portuguese people. After this magnificent night where you will experience a slice of the Portuguese soul with a pleasant meal and drinks, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Magnificent Pearls of Lisbon (Sintra & Cascais & Estoril & Cabo da Roca) tour. (75 Euro) Sintra is a charming town located north of Lisbon, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is famous for its rich history and extraordinary nature. The most striking structure of Sintra is the Pena Palace, built in the 19th century. With its colorful and fairytale-like structure, visible from the hills of the city, this palace has become the symbol of Sintra. Following our tour here, our second stop will be Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe. Proceeding along the ocean coast, we first reach Cape Guincho and from there the "Boca do Inferno" cliff near Cascais. Then we depart for Cascais, our third stop. After visiting the fishing port in Cascais, a charming resort town located on the Atlantic Ocean coast, our next stop is the Estoril district, famous for its Casino. Estoril has historically become one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations in the early 20th century, favored particularly by royal families and wealthy tourists. One of the most famous places in the city is the Estoril Casino, a large casino. After our tour here, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, our Seville city tour begins. Seville is a famous city in Spain's Andalusia region, renowned for its historical and cultural richness. Located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, during our city tour in Seville, we will see Plaza de Espana, Maria Luisa Park and Plaza America, Seville Cathedral (from the outside) which is the third largest cathedral in the world and also houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus, right next to the cathedral the Giralda Minaret which is the last surviving piece of the mosque built on top of the cathedral carrying the memory of the Umayyad Caliphate, and the Alcazar (from the outside) which is the palace of the kings of Castile. Afterwards, passing through the General Archive of the Indies, where records of all sea voyages made to the American continent from the Age of Discovery until the 19th century were kept, we will reach the old narrow streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, known as "old" Seville. At the end of our walk, after seeing the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower), the former tobacco factory used as the central campus of the University of Seville and today serving as a naval museum, we will transfer to our hotel in Seville. In the evening, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Magnificent Flamenco Fire Tour. (55 Euro) Seville is one of the birthplaces of flamenco and is considered one of Spain's most important centers in terms of flamenco culture. The city is famous for traditional flamenco performances, dance studios, and flamenco festivals and events. You will be absolutely mesmerized while watching the flamenco dancers during the Flamenco night we will attend. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Granada. On the way, our guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Towns Ronda & Marbella tour. (65 Euros) Ronda is a famous mountain town located in Spain's Andalusia region, prominent for its historical and natural beauties. The city is especially known for its deep valley and the Puente Nuevo, the historical bridge built over it. This bridge, built in the 18th century, has become the symbol of Ronda and is built over the El Tajo Canyon, which divides the city into two. Ronda also features a historic bullfighting arena, considered one of the oldest bullfighting rings in the world. Our second stop on the tour is Marbella. Located in southern Spain in the Andalusia region along the Costa del Sol coast, this city is frequented by the jet set and stands out for its luxury lifestyle; during our tour, the city center Casco Antiguo, Puerto Banus marina, and luxury shops will be among the sights to see. After our tour, transfer to our hotel in Sevilla. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Cordoba & Granada & Alhambra tour. (120 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is Cordoba. Cordoba is a historic city located in Spain's Andalusia region. It is famous for its historical and cultural riches, impressive architecture, and structures bearing the traces of Andalusian Islamic culture. Cordoba is one of Spain's oldest and most beautiful cities. Reached via a 1.5-hour journey, Cordoba will first welcome us with the Guadalquivir River. We will enter the city by walking over the historic Roman bridge and passing through the Roman gate. Entering the Grand Mosque of Cordoba (Mezquita), one of the world's largest mosques rising on 850 columns and the most magnificent structure of the 2,000-year-old city, we will witness the splendor of this magnificent work accompanied by our guide while receiving impressive information. After our tour of the Mosque of Cordoba, continuing our tour on foot, we will see the spotless old streets, the old inn reflecting all the subtlety of Andalusian architecture, and the houses of Cordoba. After our tour, departure for Granada. Granada is a city full of history and culture located in the heart of the Andalusia region. Granada is famous for its historical heritage, music and dance, breathtaking views, and the Alhambra Palace. The city is one of Spain's premier tourist destinations, welcoming millions of visitors every year. During our city tour here, Gran Via Street, Bib-Rambla and Municipal Squares, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), Granada's first university Madraza, the Silk Bazaar, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai will be among the sights to see. After our tour, we head to the Alhambra Palace. One of Granada's greatest treasures, the Alhambra Palace is one of the most eye-catching and impressive examples of Andalusian Islamic architecture. As one of Spain's most visited historical sites, Alhambra is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and has gained worldwide fame. Construction of this famous monument began in the 13th century as a defensive fortress and palace on the plateau overlooking the Sabika hill ruling over Granada, and its construction lasted until the 15th century. Due to the red color it acquired from the red soil used in its construction, it was named Alhambra, meaning "The Red". After our tour, transfer to our hotel in Sevilla. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish may join our optional Magnificent Jerez & Cadiz & Strait of Gibraltar tour. (90 Euros). Our first stop on our tour is the town of Jerez, famous for its vineyards and horses. Afterward, we will proceed to Cadiz on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. In Cadiz, the cliffs beaten by the magnificent waves of the Atlantic Ocean, Cadiz Cathedral with its magnificent golden dome, old fishing neighborhoods, and fish restaurants in the narrow streets of the historic city will be among the points we will see. Our last stop on the tour is Gibraltar. Following the tour we will make at this extreme point connecting the African and European continents, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out procedures, free time. Afterwards, departure for Sevilla Airport at the time to be indicated by our guide. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1298 at 12:00. Arrival at 17:15 local time and end of our tour.