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From walking the cobblestone streets of a former Roman colony to tasting a decadent 'Pastel de Nata' tart made from a 200-year-old secret recipe, this 9-day guided tour allows you to embrace the best of old-world Spain and Portugal. Listen as metal sizzles in a master artisan’s hands as he teaches you the craft of Damascene. In Granada, wander the fragrant and arabesque gardens of the Alhambra Palace. Learn the art of flamenco dancing, stomping your feet to the sounds of an acoustic guitar, in a private lesson with professionals in Seville. Then, cross the Portuguese border to scale a 16th-century fortress in Lisbon and visit Fátima, Portugal's most holy site. Finally, raise a glass and say ¡salud! to these ancient wonders during a celebration feast in Madrid.
Departures & Pricing
- 05 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
from $4,415.75 pp twin share * - 19 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
from $5,195 pp twin share * - 26 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
from $4,611.25 pp twin share * - 10 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
from $5,495 pp twin share * - 17 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026
from $4,462.50 pp twin share * - 24 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026
from $4,375 pp twin share * - 07 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026
from $3,892.50 pp twin share * - 21 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
from $3,982.50 pp twin share * - 23 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
from $4,575 pp twin share * - 27 Dec 2026 - 04 Jan 2027
from $4,725 pp twin share * - 16 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2027
from $4,095 pp twin share * - 06 Mar 2027 - 14 Mar 2027
from $4,125 pp twin share * - 13 Mar 2027 - 21 Mar 2027
from $3,712.50 pp twin share * - 20 Mar 2027 - 28 Mar 2027
from $4,375 pp twin share * - 27 Mar 2027 - 04 Apr 2027
from $4,375 pp twin share * - 03 Apr 2027 - 11 Apr 2027
from $4,725 pp twin share * - 17 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2027
from $4,750 pp twin share * - 24 Apr 2027 - 02 May 2027
from $4,750 pp twin share * - 08 May 2027 - 16 May 2027
from $5,150 pp twin share * - 15 May 2027 - 23 May 2027
from $5,150 pp twin share * - 22 May 2027 - 30 May 2027
from $4,635 pp twin share * - 05 Jun 2027 - 13 Jun 2027
from $4,297.50 pp twin share * - 12 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2027
from $4,775 pp twin share * - 26 Jun 2027 - 04 Jul 2027
from $4,775 pp twin share * - 03 Jul 2027 - 11 Jul 2027
from $4,207.50 pp twin share * - 31 Jul 2027 - 08 Aug 2027
from $4,162.50 pp twin share * - 21 Aug 2027 - 29 Aug 2027
from $4,162.50 pp twin share * - 28 Aug 2027 - 05 Sep 2027
from $4,675 pp twin share * - 04 Sep 2027 - 12 Sep 2027
from $5,450 pp twin share * - 18 Sep 2027 - 26 Sep 2027
from $4,657.50 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Itinerary
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Welcome to Madrid
While in Madrid, explore the elegant boulevards, expansive parks and varied architectural styles. Join your Travel Director for dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy the opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers over a delightful evening of good food and wine.
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The old capital of Toledo and on to Granada
Visit the fascinating city of Toledo, situated high above the River Tagus. This was Spain's capital during the Golden Era, where Arab, Jewish and Christian cultures flourished side-by-side through the Middle Ages. From here you will venture south to meet a local artisan in a Damascene workshop for a personal insight into this ancient craft, handed down by the Moors centuries ago. Then enjoy a walk within the city walls of Toledo, through the narrow cobbled streets, led by your Local Expert. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, housing El Greco's famous painting, ‘The Burial of the Count of Orgaz'. Your journey continues to Granada.
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The Alhambra Palace and Seville, City of Carmen
"Give him alms, woman, because there is nothing sadder in life than being blind in Granada,” proclaims the inscription on the walls of the Alhambra. Bathed in the morning light, the Alhambra Palace awaits — a fantasy of arabesque gardens, fountains and stone cut like lace. Explore this architectural masterpiece in the company of your Local Expert before visiting the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the serene summer retreat of the Nasrid rulers. Take a moment to unwind in the sunshine and admire the views over the town and its three verdant hills. Later, journey on to Seville, Andalucía’s spirited capital, where orange-scented courtyards and sun-dappled plazas set the scene for the days ahead.
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Free Time and Flamenco in Seville
Enjoy a Relaxed Start or choose to join one of two Optional Experiences: admire the architectural elegance of Pilatos Palace, or explore the Alcázar of Seville and nearby Plaza América, home to graceful pavilions from the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. Continue exploring with Insight Choice. Choose to stroll through the atmospheric Santa Cruz Quarter with a Local Expert, or sit back and enjoy a scenic drive taking in the city's iconic landmarks. Later, visit the Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. In the evening, take part in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Cristina Heeren Foundation. Try your hand at flamenco during a lively dance lesson, then witness this expressive art form brought vividly to life in a passionate performance.
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Évora and on to Lisbon
Continue to the lively university town of Évora, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Portugal, with architectural styles dating back to Roman times. Visit the fascinating Capela dos Ossos, a chapel decorated with 5,000 bones, before making your way to Lisbon, where an Optional Experience offers dinner in a family-run restaurant serving seasonal Portuguese seafood.
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Lisbon and the Age of the Discoveries
During your stay, a guided sightseeing tour of the city with your Local Expert takes you to visit the Belém Quarter and enjoy a taste of Pastéis de Belém from the patisserie that has been using the same secret recipe for almost 200 years. View the Monument to the Discoveries and the historic Belém Tower. This fortress was originally set in the middle of the river, but is now left high and dry on the riverbank. Visit the National Coach Museum. With the afternoon at your leisure, consider joining an Optional Experience to the beautiful Portuguese Riviera.
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Holy Fátima and Salamanca
Travel into the green hills north of Lisbon to visit Fátima, the most celebrated place of pilgrimage in Portugal. Visit the chapel commemorating the appearance of the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917. Cross the border, returning to Spain and continue to Salamanca, famous for its golden stone buildings and the handsome arcades of the Plaza Mayor. Across the River Tormes, see the Puente Romano with 15 of its 26 arches dating from the time of the ancient Romans.
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Ávila and Madrid
Cross the rock-strewn hills of the Castile, to arrive at Ávila. Admire the impressive city still entirely enclosed within its 11th-century walls, a unique occurrence in Europe. Return to Madrid to explore more of the capital with your Local Expert. At a local restaurant, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a lively dinner.
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Depart Madrid
Today, your remarkable journey comes to an end as you transfer to the Madrid-Barajas Airport. Take a moment to reflect on the unforgettable experiences, meaningful connections and enriching encounters that have shaped your travels.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards.
- Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency.
Accommodation
- Alameda Palace, Salamanca
- Evolution Valbon, Lisbon
- Meliá Princesa, Madrid
- Meliá Sevilla, Seville
- The Westin Madrid Cuzco
- Vincci Albayzín, Granada
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Send us an enquiry and a consultant will be in touch, or call 1300 414 198 for personal help choosing a departure.
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- Expert Travel Director and professional Driver to guide your journey
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Travel further when you're not travelling alone
Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.
Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.
- A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
- Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
- Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.
Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.
— The team at Travel at 60
