Best of Portugal & Spain Tour ~ October 21 - November 3, 2027 (14 Days)
NEW RELEASE!
FIRST PRICE BEST PRICE GUARANTEE!
ON SALE UNTIL NOVEMBER 15th!
Dreaming of an Iberian adventure?
Collins Tours has the tour for you! Experience luxurious 5-star accommodations for the duration of your tour. Get a taste of Portugal with stays in Lisbon and Albufeira (Algarve Coast) before moving into Spain and experiencing the Costa Del Sol region in Marbella as well as Alicante in Spain's Costa Blanca finishing in the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona. There are no itineraries like this anywhere else! Join us for the trip of a lifetime!
Begin in ancient and beautiful Lisbon, Portugal's capital city full of stunning architecture and history. Put your feet up at our 5-star, city-centre hotel - Altis Avenida for three nights providing ample time to explore as a group and at your leisure! Next, we move south to the rugged and breathtaking Algarve coast where we settle in for three nights at the 5-star Pine Cliffs Resort in Albufeira with a 9-hole golf course on site and direct access to the beach! You will not be disappointed with this Collins Tours experience!
Cross into Spain for a three-night stay at the adult-only, 4.5-star Amare Beach Resort in luxurious Marbella. We will have an included excursion to the dramatic hilltop town of Ronda, famous for its breathtaking gorge, historic bullring, and clifftop views; its old town offers a glimpse into Moorish history, while the iconic bridge spans the deep canyon below. During our stay in Marbella, we will have an optional excursion to the Rock of Gibraltar with lunch provided at the Grand Casemates Square.
From here, we will then continue our way to Costa Blanca, to the city of Alicante, one most the important tourist destinations in the Spanish east coast, for our two-night stay at the 4-star INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris. Golf courses and the tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea add to the charm of this picturesque harbour city. Alicante sits at the foot of the Castle of Santa Barbara, a silent witness to the various civilizations that have settled here over the centuries.
We will finish our tour in Catalonia’s cosmopolitan and exciting capital city – Barcelona, birthplace of world-renowned architect Antoni Gaudí. We spoil you with a two-night stay at another 5-star property in Barcelona - the Ohla Eixample Hotel. Located in Esquerra de l’Eixample district, the coolest neighbourhood in the world, according to the Time Out international magazine due to its characteristic architecture where each block of flats features its own interior courtyard. Your hotel is within a minutes’ walk of the city center’s major landmarks, such as Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, La Sagrada Familia, and many shopping districts – you will be completely immersed in the spirit of Barcelona! Here, we have included a city tour including a visit to the whimsical Park Güell designed by Antoni Gaudí, known for its colourful mosaics, playful architecture, and sweeping views of the city!
**Non-refundable**
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NEW RELEASE!
FIRST PRICE BEST PRICE GUARANTEE!
ON SALE UNTIL NOVEMBER 15th!
Double Room Occupancy (Per Person in CAD):
Full Price: $6,399
SALE PRICE: $5,799
Savings of $600 per person
Triple Room Occupancy (Per Person in CAD):
Full Price: $5,975
SALE PRICE: $5,400
Savings of $575 per person
Single Room Occupancy (in CAD):
Full Price: $9,500
SALE PRICE: $8,775
Savings of $725
Deposit: $375 per person
Second Deposit: $300 per person due March 10, 2027
Balance Due: August 5, 2027
We recommend the purchase of travel insurance on ALL our tours as they are 100% non-refundable. Collins Tours has many supplier agreements to meet and is not responsible for clients’ misfortunes, sickness, illness, or changes in decisions to travel.
12 Nights in Luxury Accommodations:
- 3-Night Stay in Lisbon, Portugal at the 5-star Altis Avenida Hotel
- 2-Night Stay in Algarve Coast, Portugal at the 5-star Pine Cliffs Hotel
- 3-Night Stay in Marbella, Spain at the Adult-only 4.5-star Amare Marbella Beach Hotel
- 2-Night Stay in Alicante, Spain at the 4-star INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris
- 2-Night Stay in Barcelona, Spain at the 5-star Ohla Eixample Barcelona
** Luggage handling is included at each hotel
18 Meals Including:
- 12 Buffet Breakfasts Daily
- 1 lunch in Ronda
- 5 Group Dinners (3 meals include wine/beer)
Bonus: Welcome Reception with hot and cold appetizers and wine or beer at the Altis Avenida Hotel rooftop in Lisbon, Portugal!
- All applicable city taxes
- Hotel service charges and gratuities
- Service charges and gratuities for all included group dining experiences
- Premium Motorcoach Transportation
Collins Tours Inclusive Airfare Packages:
TBA
*Airfare pricing includes airfare from airports in the eastern Canada to Lisbon, Portugal returning from Barcelona, Spain; fee for one piece of checked luggage; and in-destination airport transfers included in airfare!
Limited seats available!
Canada - Lisbon and Barcelona back to Canada.
4 Guided Tours Including:
- Professionally Guided Tour in Lisbon
- Caves & Cliffs Boat Tour in Albufeira
- Professionally Guided Walking Tour in Ronda with Lunch Included
- Professionally Guided Tour in Barcelona with Entrance to Park Guell Included
Optional Excursions:
- Wine Tasting at Winery in Portugal (Price TBA)
- Dinner and Flamenco Night (Price TBA)
- Gibraltar, UK (Price TBA)
- Services of an Experienced Tour Manager
Location: Overnight Flight to Lisbon , Portugal
st for your connecting flight in Toronto/Montreal, for your overnight Air Canada flight to Lisbon. NOTE: 1
checked piece of luggage is free for international flights (up to maximum of 50lbs). 2nd bag is an
additional cost and based on weight. Additional fees apply for overweight and oversized bags. Carry-on
luggage is free; your bag must be light enough that you can store it in the overhead bin unassisted with
a maximum weight of 22lbs per carry-on bag.
• Visit www.aircanada.com for more details on luggage fees. Luggage payment is paid directly to Air
nd Canada and not included in tour package for overweight or 2 pieces of luggage. Fees are charged on
both outbound & return flights. Please be sure to read the important information section regarding
Valid Passports for check-in and traveling to Europe.
Location: Altis Avenida Hotel, Lisbon, Portugal (Welcome Reception)
immigration and then to the baggage carousel to collect your
luggage. Please remain in the baggage claim area until everyone
has collected their luggage and the group is together. Do not leave
the baggage carousel without your tour manager. Once the
group is assembled, those who have purchased the Collins Tours
All-Inclusive Air Package will board the motorcoach for an
included transfer to Time Out Market, where we will enjoy lunch
(your expense).
• After lunch, we will be met by our professional local step-on guide
for a sightseeing tour of Lisbon by motorcoach, featuring the
Alfama neighbourhood, Belém Tower, Monument to the
Discoveries, Praça do Comércio and an introduction to the city’s history. Kindly note: some walking will be
required during the city tour as the motor coach cannot access certain historic areas and narrow inner-
city streets.
• After our city tour, we will be taken to our beautiful home for the next two nights - the 5-star Altis Avenida hotel
in the heart of Lisbon’s historic centre close to all major attractions! Your tour manager will handle the group
check-in process, distribute your rooms keys, and have your luggage delivered to your rooms (1 bag per
person included); all a part of the signature Collins Tours service you will receive throughout your journey
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together. Please have your physical passport readily available as the hotel will require it to complete the check-
in process.
• Tonight, enjoy an exclusive Collins Tours Welcome Reception (included) with your Tour Manager and fellow
travellers in the hotel. Enjoy wine, beer, and hot and cold appetizers while we toast to the natural beauty around
us!
• Following the Cocktail Reception, dinner and the remainder of the evening are on your own (your expense).
Location: Lisbon (B, Welcome Dinner )
• Today, enjoy a free day in Lisbon. You are welcome to enjoy, “The City Of Seven Hills” at your leisure, your own
pace and your expense. It is a great day for sightseeing or visiting attractions on your own in Lisbon.
• Tonight, meet your tour manager and fellow travellers for an included deluxe Welcome to the Iberian Peninsula
Group Dinner at the rooftop restaurant in our 5-star hotel (meal includes a glass of wine or beer).
• Following dinner, the remainder of the evening is at your leisure (your expense).
Location: Lisbon (B) ***Portuguese Wine Tasting & Lunch Optional
• Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast included at our hotel this morning.
• OPTIONAL EXCURSION - Join your tour manager and fellow travellers for a leisurely half-day excursion into
the beautiful Azeitão region. Just outside Lisbon, the Azeitão region is known for its long-standing wine
traditions and picturesque countryside. Upon arrival at the winery estate, we begin with an introduction to its
rich history, followed by a leisurely stroll through the beautiful gardens and a visit to its historic cellars. Here,
we discover where some of Portugal’s most renowned wines mature, including Periquita and some of the oldest
Setúbal Moscatels. The experience continues with a six-wine tasting, offering the opportunity to savour a
selection of the estate’s distinguished Portuguese wines, produced here for almost two centuries. This is
followed by a delicious traditional Portuguese lunch at the estate’s flagship restaurant, featuring local
specialties served to share and paired with a selection of regional wines. This excursion offers a wonderful
opportunity to experience Portugal’s wine, food and traditions beyond Lisbon, all in one memorable afternoon.
(Price TBA).
• The remainder of the afternoon, dinner and evening are on your own (your expense).
Location: Lisbon – 5- Star Luxury Collection Pine Cliffs Resort ,
• Enjoy another buffet breakfast (included) before checking out of your room in preparation for our departure.
Before leaving the hotel, please ensure that any personal charges or incidentals have been settled with the front
desk.
• This morning, hotel porters will collect your luggage (1 bag per person included) from your room and load it
onto the motorcoach. Your tour manager will advise of the scheduled luggage collection time and will handle
the hotel check-out; a part of the signature Collins Tours service you will receive along our journey together.
• Today’s drive takes us from the capital city to the Algarve region of Portugal located on the rugged southern
coast of the country; specifically, to the city of Albufeira – a centrally located resort town that hangs on the cliffs
with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean!
• We have scheduled a lunch stop along our route today (your expense).
• This afternoon we arrive at the elegant, 5-star Luxury Collection Pine Cliffs Resort in the Algarve with beach
access and an executive 9-hole golf course. Your tour manager will once again assist with the hotel check-in
process, distribute your room keys and have your luggage delivered to your rooms (1 bag per person
included). Please have your physical passport readily available, as the hotel will require it to complete the
check-in process.
• Once settled, enjoy a free evening exploring the resort property. Enjoy this Luxury Collection resort overlooking
Portugal’s most famous beach, Falésia Beach! This beach can be accessed via a scenic walkway and panoramic
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elevator leading to a private area reserved for the Pine Cliffs resort guests. This beach is considered, by the
reputable Conde Nast Traveler, to be in the top 3 most beautiful beaches of Portugal and Spain.
• Dinner and the remainder of the evening will be on your own (your expense).
Location: Algarve (B , Group D) **Included Caves and Boat Tou r -
• Buffet breakfast is included at the hotel this morning.
• This morning, join your Tour Manager and fellow travellers for
an exciting half-day adventure along the spectacular Algarve
coastline. Set out from the Albufeira Marina and cruise along
approximately 18 km of dramatic coastline, passing beautiful
beaches, striking rock formations and spectacular sea caves,
including the famous Benagil Cave. Then, we head out into the
sea in search of wild dolphins in their natural environment.
Keep watch for these magnificent creatures, as well as
seabirds, flying fish and other marine life that may be
encountered along the way. Following the cruise, enjoy lunch
at Albufeira Marina on your own (your expense) before
returning to the hotel. Kindly note: conditions at sea can be cool. We recommend bringing a warm layer
of clothing or jacket.
• Tonight, meet your fellow travellers and tour manager for another delicious group dinner in one of the
restaurants at the resort (included).
• Following dinner, the remainder of the evening is at your leisure (your expense).
Location: Algarve – 4.5- Star Amare Beach Hotel , Marbella,
• Enjoy another buffet breakfast (included) before checking out of your room in preparation for our departure.
Before leaving the hotel, please ensure that any personal charges or incidentals have been settled with the front
desk.
• This morning, hotel porters will collect your luggage (1 bag per person included) from your room and load
it onto the motorcoach. Your tour manager will advise of the scheduled luggage collection time and will handle
the hotel check-out.
• We will drive to Marbella today with lunch stop along the way (on your own).
• We arrive late in the afternoon for check-in at the luxurious adult-only Amare Beach Hotel, our home for the
next three nights. Our hotel is located on the promenade, and it is only a 5 minute walk from Marbella’s old
town. Your tour manager will handle check-in for the group, distribute your room keys, and have your luggage
delivered to your rooms (1 bag per person included).
• OPTIONAL EXCURSION - Join your tour manager and fellow travellers for a memorable evening of Spanish
flavours and authentic flamenco in the heart of Marbella. Begin the evening with a delicious tapas dinner (1
drink per person included) featuring a selection of traditional Spanish flavours in an intimate and welcoming
setting. Following dinner, take your seats for an authentic flamenco performance, where the passion and
intensity of southern Spain come to life through powerful music, expressive dance, live guitar and vocals.
Experience an unforgettable evening combining traditional tapas, Spanish hospitality and the captivating
artistry of flamenco. (Price TBA)
• Free evening to explore and dinner on own (your expense) if you are not joining the optional excursion.
Location: Marbella (B) **Discover Gibraltar Optional Excursio n
• Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast included at the hotel today.
• OPTIONAL EXCURSION - Join your fellow travellers and tour manager for an exciting optional excursion to
Gibraltar, a fascinating British territory set against the southern coast of Spain. Cross the border and discover
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the unique blend of British and Mediterranean influences that make Gibraltar unlike anywhere else on your
journey. We will travel by vehicle to the summit of the Rock of Gibraltar, taking in spectacular views across the
Strait of Gibraltar and, on a clear day, as far as the coast of
North Africa. Along the way, encounter Gibraltar’s famous
macaques, the only wild monkeys found in Europe. As
part of today’s tour, we will explore the fascinating St.
Michael’s Cave, a spectacular natural cavern within the
Rock, and we will venture into the historic Great Siege
Tunnels, an impressive network carved into the limestone
that played an important role in Gibraltar’s military
history. Following our exploration of the Rock, enjoy an
included lunch before returning to Marbella. This
memorable excursion combines dramatic scenery,
fascinating history, unique wildlife and a taste of British
culture on the Mediterranean. Kindly note: this excursion involves a moderate amount of walking when
visiting St. Michael’s Cave and the Great Siege Tunnels. Important: you are required to have your
passport on hand to enter Gibraltar. (Price TBA)
• When we return to your resort in Marbella, enjoy a free evening to explore and dinner will be on your own (your
expense).
Location: Marbella (B, L, Group D) ***Included Ronda Excursion with
• Enjoy another buffet breakfast included at hotel this morning.
• Join your tour manager and fellow passengers for an
excursion to one of the most visited destinations in
southern Spain: Ronda, a stunning hill town filled with
culture. We will invite a local professional guide to enjoy
a historic city walking tour with a focus on the famous
historic bridge. Lunch will be included at a local
restaurant for today’s excursion. Please note this
excursion involves a moderate amount of walking as
the motorcoach cannot access the town centre.
• We will return to your hotel this afternoon where you will
have time to freshen up before our dinner together.
• Join your fellow travellers and tour manager for another delicious group dinner with a glass of wine or a beer
in the hotel’s restaurant (included).
• After dinner the remainder of the evening is at your leisure (your expense).
Location: 4.5- Star INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta
• Enjoy another buffet breakfast (included) before checking out of your room in preparation for our departure.
Before leaving the hotel, please ensure that any personal charges or incidentals have been settled with the front
desk.
• This morning, hotel porters will collect your luggage (1 bag per person included) from your room and load
it onto the motorcoach. Your tour manager will advise of the scheduled luggage collection time and will handle
the hotel check-out; a part of the signature Collins Tours service you will receive along our journey together.
• We stop for lunch (your expense) along our route before our late afternoon arrival to check into the INNSiDE
by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris hotel located very near Postiguet Beach and the Alicante Marina.
• Your tour manager will assist with the group check-in, distribute your rooms keys and have the hotel staff
deliver your bags (1 bag per person included) to your rooms.
• Dinner this evening can be enjoyed on your own (your expense).
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Location: Alicante (B , Group D )
• Today is a free day to enjoy Alicante, one of the most important
tourist destinations in the Spanish east coast. Golf courses and
the tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea add to the charm
of this picturesque harbour city. Alicante sits at the foot of the
Castle of Santa Barbara, a silent witness to the various
civilizations that have settled here over the centuries.
• Take a walk through the narrow streets and alleyways and
maybe visit the Gothic church of Santa María built on top of an
th old Arab mosque in the 16 century or perhaps visit the Casa
de la Asegurada Museum, which has an important collection of
contemporary art. Make sure you take a stroll at the
Explananda de España promenade, located across from the
port which has a lively boulevard filled with terraces and cafés.
• Tonight, meet your fellow travellers and Tour Manager for a delicious tapas-style group dinner (included).
• Following dinner, the remainder of the evening is yours to explore (your expense).
Location: Alicante – 5- Star Ohla Eixample Hotel, Barcelona , Spain (B)
to Catalonia’s cosmopolitan and exciting capital city – Barcelona, birthplace of world-renowned architect
Antoni Gaudí. Before leaving the hotel, please ensure that any personal charges or incidentals have been settled
with the front desk.
• This morning, hotel porters will collect your luggage (1 bag per person included) from your room and load
it onto the motorcoach. Your tour manager will advise of the scheduled luggage collection time and will handle
the hotel check-out; a part of the signature Collins Tours service you will receive along our journey together.
• We stop for lunch (your expense) along our route before our late-afternoon arrival to check into our final hotel,
the 5-star Ohla Eixample Hotel. Located in Barcelona’s l’Esquerra de l ’Eixample district, it is the coolest
neighbourhood in the world according to the Time Out international magazine thanks to its characteristic
architecture where each block of apartments features its own interior courtyard.
• Your tour manager will check the group in, provide you with your room keys before having the hotel staff deliver
your bags to your rooms (1 bag per person included).
• Enjoy a free evening in Barcelona. Our hotel is located within a few minutes’ walk of the city’s major landmarks,
such as Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, and shopping districts.
• Dinner and the remainder of the evening tonight can be enjoyed on your own (your expense).
Location: Barcelona (B, Farewell D inner )
• This morning, we will invite our professional local guide to step on
the bus with us and provide a comprehensive half-day included
guided city tour of Barcelona. We will visit Montjuic and take
advantage of a photo opportunity of Barcelona from the highest
point in the city. This tour includes city highlights and a guided
walking tour at the colourful Park Guell (entrance tickets included)
for a memorable journey into Antoni Gaudi’s playful and imaginative
world. This tour provides a great overview of the Barcelona area.
Kindly note: some walking will be required during city tours as
buses are not permitted or capable of traveling through some
inner-city streets.
• Tonight, we gather for our final deluxe Farewell Group Dinner including wine or beer at an upscale restaurant
located near our hotel (included). We will discuss our wonderful memories made together, plan our next
journey and prepare for our return home to Canada.
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• Following dinner, the remainder of the evening can be enjoyed on your own (your expense).
Location: Barcelona – Return Flight Home (B)
departure to the airport. Before leaving the hotel, please ensure that any personal charges or incidentals have
been settled with the front desk.
• This morning, hotel porters will collect your luggage (1 bag per person included) from your room. Your tour
manager will advise of the scheduled luggage collection time and will handle the hotel check-out; a part of the
signature Collins Tours service you will receive along our journey together.
• For those who purchased the Collins Tours All-Inclusive Flight Package, we meet our driver for a transfer to
Barcelona Airport. Thank you for traveling to Portugal and Spain with Collins Tours!
• If you’ve arranged airfare on your own, thank you for joining Collins Tours on this inspired adventure.
Collins Tours Inclusive Airfare
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*Airfare pricing includes airfare from airports in Canada to Lisbon, Portugal returning from Barcelona, Spain; fee for one piece of checked luggage; and in-destination airport transfers included in airfare! Limited seats available!
Canada - Lisbon and Barcelona back to Canada.
- $375.00 Deposit — due at booking
- $300.00 Other — due Mar 10, 2027
- $0.00 Final — 77 days before tour
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Tour Details
- $375.00 Deposit — due at booking
- $300.00 Other — due Mar 10, 2027
- $0.00 Final — 77 days before tour
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Expert Guides
- 24/7 Support
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