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Published Feb 18, 2020
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Which destination is right for you?
 
From Spain's quaint, colorful villages and towering historical monuments to Portugal's vibrant cities, stunning beaches and some of the best cuisine on the continent, it's no wonder why these two countries are a traveler's dream.
 
Two amazingly beautiful European destinations, both with incredible Friendly Planet prices. Which will you choose?
 
Just can't decide? We totally get that, so why not both? These tours can be booked back-to-back for the ultimate experience! Give one of our Travel Specialists a call to learn more.
 
Why you'll love it:
 
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Dive into the culture. Show off your dance moves at a private Flamenco lesson; channel your inner artist and paint your own ceramic tile in Seville; create your own marzipan at a local bakery in Toledo.
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Art & architecture lovers' dream. Madrid's historic cathedrals, the world-famous Prado Museum and Cordoba's stunning Moorish architecture; the Gothic Cathedral of Seville, Granada's incomparable Alhambra, and Gaudi's iconic touches across Barcelona.
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Wining and dining. Learn about the history and production of olive oil in Baena; dine on tapas in Toledo; savor local wines and flavorful cheeses at one of the original windmills of La Mancha.
 
Why you'll love it:
 
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Get in on the action. Try your hand at the ancient art of tile painting during a workshop at the Tile Museum in Lisbon; create Ovos Moles, a traditional Portuguese pastry, at a pastry workshop in Aveiro.
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Travel back in time. From exploring the best-preserved Roman ruins of Conimbriga and the 19th-century Dom Luis I Bridge in Porto to the medieval village of Obidos and Lisbon's historic city center.
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Local cuisine & wine. Sip on renowned wines from Porto's famous wine cellars; learn about olive oil production in Fatima followed by a tasting; enjoy a welcome dinner and a farewell dinner paired with a traditional Fado show.
 
 
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