Delights of Spain and Portugal

Trip

£4,199.00

11th April - 21st April 2025

Join us Visiting some of the must see places in Spain and Portugal. 10 days of complete adventure travelling the most scenic and inspiring roads , visiting key place . Pyrenees, Pamplona,the Doro Region, Porto in Portugal, Sintra and its castles , Seville, Ronda to mention but a few . This is another trip of a lifetime so don’t miss out on this true adventure. With each corner bringing a new surprise. 
10/4/25 to 21/04/25
You will be staying in 4 star accommodation throughout. 
Breaking included 
Full Itinerary 
Maps
Google Directions Daily 
Lead Car 
Use of Radios 
Photos 
Video on Return 

Price is £4199 per couple sharing .                                       Full Itinerary                                 Spain and Portugal Must See 2025                                   Dates 10/04/25 to 21/04/25 10 Nights Accommodation bed and breakfast. All rooms have views where possible. Total cost £4199 per couple sharing .
 Deposits 0f £250 are required ASAP. Balance due 01/02/25 Fully refundable -£250 to cover admin costs if you cancel your trip before the 12 week deadline. There after subject to me being able to fill your space. What’s included Bed and Breakfast in all hotels. All maps and Itinerary. Use of Radio Lead Car. Photos and Video of your tour. Please don’t forget to book your Brittany Ferry Crossing from Portsmouth to Caen at 23.01 0n 10/04/25 arriving on the 11/04/25 at 6.45 am.
Day 1 We then leave Caen heading south through France to our Hotel in Bordeaux. Your hotel will delight with the views over the city,

Day 2 Leaving at 8am making our way through Northern Spain visiting Cantabria. Cantabria consists of a single province, also called Cantabria, and is sandwiched between Asturias to the west and the Basque country to the east. Geographically, its most important features include its coastline, to the north, and the Cantabrian mountains, which separate it from its western neighbours in Asturias. We then travel along some amazing roads to Gijon before heading south Leon and your hotel. Gijón was burned during civil wars in 1395 and, in the 16th and 17th centuries, suffered many corsair attacks. The remnants of the Spanish Armada took refuge there in 1588. Historic monuments include Roman baths and several medieval palaces. Gijón, Spain has a rich history, including periods of destruction, reemergence, and industrialization: León is a wonderful city, combining stunning historical architecture with an irresistible energy. Its standout attraction is the cathedral, one of the most beautiful in Spain, but there's so much more to see and do here. By day you'll encounter a city with its roots firmly planted in the soil of northern Castilla, with its grand monuments, loyal Catholic heritage and a role as an important staging post along the Camino de Santiago. By night León is taken over by a deep-into-the-night soundtrack of revelry that floods the narrow streets and plazas of the picturesque old quarter, the Barrio Húmedo. It's a fabulous mix.

 Day 3 We leave sharp at 8.30am making our way across the Doro region and onto Porto. São João da Pesqueira is a town in the district of Viseu, which lies on the left bank of the Douro River. It is a municipality of modest size and population, but it is the oldest municipality in the country – created in 1055. Peso da Régua is also known as Régua, is a municipality in the district of Vila Real in northern Portugal. In the early part of the settled history it was inhabited by Roman and barbarian invasions. In the Middle Ages a foral was recieved from King Sancho I, who conferred on the locality of Godim the municipal charter. We make our last journey of the day to the Beautiful City of Porto where you will be staying for 2 nights in a 5 star hotel. Under the Roman Empire, Porto developed as an important commercial port, primarily in the trade between Olissipona (the modern Lisbon) and Bracara Augusta (the modern Braga). Porto was also important during the Suebian and Visigothic times, and a center for the expansion of Christianity during that period.

 Day 4 You will have a day to explore Porto. Don’t forget to sample the port.

 Day 5 We make our way to Sintra and Visiting the famous the National Palace . Sintra, Portugal has a rich history that includes Roman occupation, Moorish rule, and the influence of Portuguese royalty and aristocracy: • Roman occupation: Sintra was part of the Civitas Olisiponense during Roman occupation, and there are Roman remains in the present village. • Moorish rule: The Moors built Castle dos Mouros in the 8th and 9th centuries. • Portuguese royalty: Sintra was a retreat for Portuguese royalty and aristocracy. • Pena Palace: Built in the 19th century for Queen Maria II by her husband, Ferdinand II. • Cultural influences: Sintra's architecture evolved to embrace various cultural influences, including Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish, and Renaissance. • Romantic architecture: Sintra became the first center of European Romantic architecture in the 19th century. • Parks and gardens: Ferdinand II created a park with a mix of local and exotic trees, and other fine dwellings were built in the surrounding area. • The National Palace of Sintra: The palace was reconstructed after the 1755 earthquake, but retained its silhouette from the 16th century. • Museu do Ar: The museum in Sintra Air Base celebrates Portugal's Air Force and has a collection of aircraft from World War I, World War II, and the Portuguese Colonial War. Then time to make our way to our rural retreat.

Day 6 9am start and a short drive to Seville. Park up and explore this wonderful City. Seville is often called the heart of southern Spain and the pearl of Andalusia. Within a few hours of arriving, we understood why. Seville is an exotic old city that reverberates with history, culture, and passion. It was once the residence of kings and caliphs who constructed resplendent palaces, colossal cathedrals, and expansive ports through which the riches of the world flowed into Spain. From here, generations of royalty ruled over empires, and each left their mark on the monuments, customs, and celebrations that still exist today. This was also the birthplace of the quintessential Spanish tradition of flamenco.

Day 7 We leave at 9am making our way to Ronda another short drive and then the day to explore this Magical City. Ronda was part of the Visigoth realm until 713 when it fell to the Umayyad troops and became the capital of the Takurunna province. After the disintegration of the caliphate of Cordoba, Ronda became the capital of a small kingdom ruled by the Berber Banu Ifran.

Day 8 We set off at 9am making our way to Cordobaand up just south of Madrid to your hotel. The southern Spanish city of Córdoba has a long and fascinating history. Originally thought to have been a Carthaginian settlement, it prospered under Roman rule and reached its apogee under the Moors, who seized control of Spain from the Visigoths at the start of the eighth century. Read on for a brief look at the key stages of Córdoba’s many-layered past. Córdoba was a Roman settlement from around 152 BCE. As the capital of the Baetica province, which occupied most of modern-day Andalusia, it became a large and prosperous city. Two key structures remain from this period of its history: ten columns of its largest Temple, dating from the 1st century CE and discovered by construction workers in the 1950s; and the Roman Bridge, originally built in the 1st century BCE and substantially renovated by the Moors in the 10th century CE. Roman poet and philosopher Seneca is said to have been born in Córdoba in 4 BCE. According to tradition, Taranto, the only Spartan colony in Magna Graecia, was founded in 706 B.C. The origin of the colonization is said to be the revolt of the Parthenians (literally “sons of virgins”), born from illegitimate unions during the wars between Sparta and Messenia, who were eager to enjoy full political.

Day 9 We head North taking in Zaragoza and Olitebefore making our way to Gorraiz for the night. With more than 2000 years of history, Zaragoza is known for its colossal Basilica del Pilar, its Roman foundation, its cultural diversity and the approachability of its people. But its visitors have discovered much more among its streets. Olite is a small town in Navarra about 40 kilometers south of Pamplona. Known for its extraordinary gothic castle and its winding medieval streets, Olite is not to be missed for those who love history. The Mediterranean climate is also perfect for growing grapes and Olite is the wine capital of Navarra. Many vineyards encircle the area, perfect for a wine tasting tour. There is also an excellent wine museum housed in another former palace. Olite has a great selection of bars and restaurants and a lively feel to it, especially during one of its festivals. For such a small town, there is a vast amount to see and do, with a historical backdrop that transports you to another world. Sondalo (Sondel in Valtellinese dialect) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Sondrio in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 130 kilometres (81 mi) northeast of Milan and about 40 kilometres (25 mi) northeast of Sondrio. Sondalo borders the following municipalities: Grosio, Ponte di Legno, Valdisotto, Valfurva, Vezza d'Oglio.

Day 10 Leaving at 9 am and making our way through France on route to our stopover before we head on to Caen.

Day 11 We leave at 10am and make our way to Caen where we will be boarding the Ferry for 16.30 arriving in Portsmouth for 9.30pm.  To book on please go to our website . https://supercarbreakfastclub.co.uk/ Any questions about the trip please feel fee to get in touch. Colin@supercarbreakfastclub.co.uk Phone 07769621583

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