Barcelona, Madrid, and Lisbon Tour: Iberian Cities for Couples

For your first full day in Barcelona, you will embark on an exciting tour of the city’s most iconic and noteworthy sites. During your tour, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide, who will lead regale you with interesting facts about the history and culture of the area throughout the way. You will witness much of what makes Barcelona a famous tourist city, such as La Sagrada Familia, Las Ramblas, and Camp Nou, which is where Barcelona’s professional soccer team plays.

Following your exhilarating tour, for dinner, you will indulge in mouthwatering paella and wine on a rooftop. You will meet your host, a local master chef, on a Barcelona rooftop kitchen and garden, where you will learn how to craft a Spanish paella dish, which you will devour upon finishing it. After you have indulged in the fruits of your labor and thanked your host, the two of you will be swept away by your private driver and returned to your opulent accommodation for the evening.

A culinary adventure will beckon to you today, and after breakfast,  you will be whisked away for a day of gastronomic delights that will have you discovering all there is to know about olive oil and Spanish wines. You will leave the city behind as you are transferred to the surrounding countryside to arrive at a renowned family-owned winery.

After being introduced to the owner of the winery, who will also be your gracious host, you will be treated to an enlightening day of discovery as you dive deep into this intriguing culinary world. Throughout your tour, you will be able to taste authentic olive oil, sample and learn how to craft a Catalan snack known as Pa amb tomaquet, have your palate tempted with local sausages, and uncover much about the basic necessities of artisanal winemaking. You will even stroll along the streets of a charming village that is adjacent to the winery in addition to wandering among the vineyards, perusing the plump grapes waiting to be plucked from their leafy cradles.

Midway through the tour, you will enjoy an al fresco feast that will be paired with the winery’s signature blends, which have been made with the finest grapes in the country. As you sip together, you will be treated to a panoramic view that overlooks the entire vineyard. Finally, as you depart the winery and return to your Barcelona accommodation, your host will gift you with a signature bottle of wine along with a special Spanish blessing.

Today will be all about fragrance, and you will craft a signature scent on a unique olfactory excursion. You will spend the first portion of your day at a luxury parfumerie in the heart of Barcelona, creating a highly individualized fragrance that is all about you.

This unforgettable tour will allow you and your partner to sniff and peruse a plethora of fragrant essences, mixing, matching, and blending your favorites until you end up with a signature scents that you enjoy. You will enjoy bringing your unique scent to life, bottling it, and choosing your design. This creative and playful experience will be very enjoyable while engaging your senses and emotions.

Moving from one endeavor to the next, your parfumerie romp will flow directly into a private tango lesson. Smelling wonderful and ready to spice things up, you will partake in an intimate dance tutorial, which will take place on a gorgeous rooftop that overlooks Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. After dancing the night away, you will be returned to your accommodation for the evening, where you will have the remainder of the evening to spend at your leisure.

You will say goodbye to Barcelona this morning before making your way to Madrid. Upon your arrival, you will be led to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the city before jumping into your first exciting excursion.

You will spend the rest of the day wheeling around Madrid’s most iconic landmarks and monuments by bike. During this private sightseeing tour, you will be introduced to all of the city’s most beloved places in addition to discovering the hidden gems that are tucked away from the typical tourist haunts. En route, your knowledgeable and generous guide will regale you with entertaining and fascinating stories about the origins and cultural significance of the sights that you pass.

At the end of the tour, you will be treated to a gourmet dinner at one of Madrid’s finest establishments. Then, after savoring every bite and indulging in the finest wine, you will have some free time to stroll among the city’s scenic streets, people watch, gaze at the stars, and enjoy one another’s company in one of the most incredible cities in the world. Once you have had time to wander among the charming alleyways and appreciated the intricate aesthetics of this elegant enclave, your private driver will return you to your accommodation for the night.

The great outdoors will call to you today as you wake up and indulge in a filling breakfast. When you are ready, you will be whisked away from the city to a nearby National Park for a trek that will lead you through Madrid’s most stunning mountain scenery. While you make your way to the trailhead, your friendly guide will provide you with fascinating facts about the area.

Once you arrive at the trail and begin your hike, you will be able to witness some of the most beautiful and breathtaking landscapes in the country. As you make your way along the enchanting footpaths to enjoy the peaceful and quiet surroundings, you will feel infinitely grateful for being able to share such a special moment in nature with your partner. After your leisurely hike leads you past endless views, including calming mountain streams, towering oak trees, blackberry bushes, and even some cows and horses. Eventually, you will pause for a picnic at an incredible viewpoint. You will then make your way back to your original departure point and return to the city to prepare for your evening’s adventure.

That night, a delicious tapas dinner tour will be waiting to delight and inspire you. As you join a local gourmand on this private tour, you will be introduced to a wide variety of savory Spanish tapas, local wines, beer, and sangria. Once you have had your fill of the delicious and eclectic flavors of Spain, your private driver will return you to your accommodation with a satisfied look on your face.

Now that you have been introduced to the many of the incredible areas of Madrid, you will be provided with the incredible opportunity to venture further and embark on a day of discovery to a trio of Spanish gems. In the morning, you will be met by your private guide and whisked away to Segovia, Avila, and Toledo.

Your first stop will be the charming haven of Segovia, where you will dive into the past and stroll through the city’s impressive main square. Here, you will learn all about the monuments that you pass, including the aqueduct and the cathedral, before wandering through the former royal palace and fortress. Avila will be next on your agenda, and after touring its historic center and traversing the iconic Walls of Avila that surround it, you will discover the Roman necropolis, which will be followed by a lovely lunch at a local eatery.

You will then continue to Toledo, where you can gaze in wonder at this official UNESCO World Heritage site while learning about the origins of the city’s nickname, which is “the city of the three cultures.” Your final stop on this adventure will be the

Cathedral of Toledo, and as you head out of town, you can stop for one final sweet treat. As you enjoy your delicious treats, you will be returned to Madrid and your luxurious accommodation. Here, a lavish en suite dinner will be waiting for you after your long and lovely day of adventure.

This morning, you will make your way to Lisbon. Upon your arrival, you will check-in and get settled in before meeting your friendly guide to embark on a captivating sightseeing adventure that will focus on the most flavorful and palate-pleasing culinary gems of Lisbon.

During your tour, you will be perusing and sampling the most exiting edible delights of Lisbon in addition to being introduced to its most famed locales and landmarks. After being driven around to many of the city’s highlights, you will be able to get out and stretch your legs as you stroll down the streets of Lisbon’s most famous foodie neighborhoods.

Some of your food tour highlights will be a stop at an authentic garrafeira, which is literally translated as bottle cellar. Here, you can sample remarkable wines and interesting cuisine like Bifana, which is a mouthwatering pork sandwich. You will even be able to taste Ginjinha, which is the signature local liqueur, and the country’s most beloved pastry, Pastel de Nata. Following your food tour, you will witness a live Fado performance, which will surely be a memory that you cherish for years to come. You will then be returned to your accommodation, where you will have the rest of the evening to spend at your leisure.

An elite horseback riding adventure will be waiting for you today. In the morning, you will be whisked away by a private guide for a scenic horseback ride along the Louro Mountain Trail. From the moment you mount your trusty steeds and ride into the Portuguese wilderness after your expert guide, you will be surrounded by the most stunning and majestic mountain scenery.

As your eyes feast upon thick pine forests, soft-sand beaches that stretch for miles, and boundless arrays of flora and fauna, your knowledgeable guide will share entertaining stories and interesting facts about the local area with you. Midway through the ride, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at a viewpoint that offers one of the most gorgeous panoramic views in all of Portugal. You will then continue on your journey until you come to the point in which you started.

After returning to Lisbon, you will spend your final evening learning how to craft an authentic Portuguese dish alongside a master chef. After creating a feast, you will enjoy the fruits of your labor before being returned to your accommodation for the evening.

You will wake to your last morning in Barcelona and be greeted by a gourmet brunch. As you dine on the delicious fare, you will also be savoring these few remaining moments of your idyllic adventure. Once you are finished with your feast, your private driver will whisk you away to the airport, so you can catch your flight home.