2 Weeks in Spain, Portugal & Morocco - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Cultural Highlights of Portugal, Spain & Morocco

Experience the cultural highlights of Portugal, Spain, and Morocco via walking, food, and wine tours on this well-rounded two-week itinerary. Perfect for first-time visitors, you'll enjoy quick but action-packed stays in six bustling cities, including Lisbon, Madrid, and Marrakesh. Add on a memorable hot-air balloon ride, an optional camel ride, and a sailing experience on the agenda, and you'll leave with bucket-list experiences ticked off and iconic moments captured.

Welcome to Portugal! Your trip begins in Lisbon, sampling food in the old neighborhoods of Mouraria and Alfama, buzzing through the cobblestone alleyways on a tuk-tuk, and enjoying the company of a local family over a three-course meal. Next, board a train bound for Porto, and after discovering the city's architectural gems on a guided tour, you'll spend the following day winery hopping in the charming Douro Valley wine region. A flight to Barcelona is next on the agenda, where you'll be greeted by a tapas tour, an exciting morning exploring on two wheels, and an evening on board a sailboat.

After a 2.5-hour train journey, you'll find yourself in the Spanish capital of Madrid. Experience the bustling city from a local's perspective during an Old Madrid tour and enjoy a leisurely day exploring on your own before catching a flight to Marrakesh, Morocco. Dive into your three-night stay during a guided street food tour, then take to the sky for a bucket list-worthy sunrise hot-air balloon ride. Last on your itinerary is a visit to Rabat, where you'll wander the historical medina and delight in a day exploring the "Blue City," formally known as Chefchaouen. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Culture & Adventure in Spain, Portugal & Morocco

Blending culture, adventure, great food, and local insights, this two-week itinerary is ideal for those who want an authentic introduction to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco while also fitting in exciting activities. Enjoy multiple e-bike rides, walk along Madrid's rooftops, and enjoy a bird's-eye view of Marrakesh from a hot-air balloon, all while learning about each country's unique landscapes and colorful culture.  

Begin your action-packed trip in Madrid, the ideal place to shake off jet lag while indulging in tapas, roaming Mercado San Antón, and embarking on a fascinating rooftop walking tour. Settled in, you'll next transfer to Granada by train and head straight to the magnificent Alhambra for a small group guided tour, followed by a day navigating Sierra Nevada's mountain trails on an e-bike. Then, it's off to the airport to catch a flight to Porto, Portugal, where the evening is yours to explore on foot, but be sure to conserve energy, as the following day's agenda includes an e-bike tour and time at the beach of your choice.

Give your legs a break the following day during a transfer to Lisbon, and after an evening on your own, it's full steam ahead with a tuk-tuk tour and sunset cruise on the Tagus River. Continue to Marrakesh next, and get your first taste of Morocco's vibrant culture during a food tour. Then embark on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride and attend a cooking class at Amal Center before transferring to Rabat. You'll spend two days in Morocco's capital city strolling through the Andalusian Gardens and admiring the delightful blue buildings of Chefchaouen until it's time to catch your flight home. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Culinary & Cultural Discovery of Spain, Portugal & Morocco

Bring along your appetite and an adventurous spirit and dive into the flavor-filled cuisine of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco on this two-week food-focused tour. Between numerous cooking classes, market visits, and dinners with local families, you'll get a well-rounded introduction to the aromas and tastes of each country while also getting to know the wonderful people who call each region home.

Your culinary adventure begins in Madrid, an ideal backdrop to unwind while sampling tapas, admiring Plaza Mayor, and enjoying the bustle of Mercado de San Miguel. Craving more, hop on a train to San Sebastián and dedicate three days to culinary discovery. Sample pintxos during a foodie tour, learn how Basque cheese is made at a sheep farm, and join a Basque cooking class. Your next destination is Porto, Portugal's second-biggest city, and with just two days here, you'll dive right into the good stuff during a private walking tour, an excellent wine-tasting tour, and a four-hour cooking workshop.

As the second half of your trip begins, board a train bound for Lisbon and get to know the colorful city by tuk-tuk, through market visits, and during dinner alongside a local family. Then, it's off to Marrakesh, where you'll dive into the heart of Moroccan cuisine. Start with a guided walk and a street food tour, add on a day in Essaouira and a hot-air balloon ride, and end your stay learning to cook traditional food at the Amal Center. As your trip winds down, squeeze in a night of dining with locals in the "Blue City" of Casablanca before catching your onward flight. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Journey Through History in Portugal, Spain & Morocco

Perfect for history enthusiasts, this two-week Portugal, Spain, and Morocco itinerary takes you on a journey through time back to the days of the Roman Empire. Admire the majesty of the 12th-century Almourol Castle, ponder the extensive ruins of Mérida, walk in the footsteps of gladiators, and explore the grand Alhambra. Then, end your trip in Morocco, imagining life in the earthen homes of Aït Benhaddou and touring the 2,000-year-old complex of Volubilis.

Upon landing in Porto, Portugal, you'll plunge into the history of the "Unbeaten City" during a guided tour, passing by Aliados Avenue and the Centro Português de Fotografia. Continue your trip back in time during a two-night stay in Lisbon, roaming the Belém district and taking in the buzz of LX Factory. Then, it's off to Spain for stays in Mérida, Seville, and Granada. Explore the Roman Theatre and Circo Romano alongside a guide, walk in the footsteps of gladiators in Itálica, admire the Moorish architecture of the Real Alcázar, and marvel at the intricate details of the Alhambr—all in just five days.

A deep dive into Morocco's fascinating past is still to come, so catch a flight to Marrakesh and treat your inner historian during a remarkable visit to Aït Benhaddou, home to ancient earthen buildings surrounded by defensive walls. Continue to Rabat next, and while it's a relatively new capital, the city is bursting with history. You'll be delighted to learn all about it during a guided tour of the medieval fortification of the Chellah Necropolis; after a day pondering the Roman ruins of Volubilis and visiting Meknes, the time will have arrived to catch your onward flight. Learn more

Itinerary #5: Epic Coastal Tour of Portugal, Spain & Morocco

If two weeks of stunning coastlines, golden beaches, and exotic cities sounds like your perfect vacation, opt for this fast-paced coastal tour of Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. Complete with relaxing days in the Algarve, snorkeling adventures in the Mediterranean, and a five-day journey stretching from Morocco's Tangier to the bustling heart of Marrakesh, you'll no doubt depart with a sun-kissed glow and an excellent introduction to life on the coast.

Your sun-drenched journey kicks off in Lisbon, shrugging off any travel fatigue with an exhilarating tuk-tuk tour and an evening at a fado restaurant in Barrio Alto. You'll surely be itching to get to the beach, so wake early the following day for a transfer to the Algarve, where an exciting kayak excursion in the famous Benagil Cave and a day on the sand island of Ilha Deserta await. Next, continue east along the coast to Málaga, stopping for a night in Cádiz to enjoy a relaxing day soaking up the sun on La Caleta or sailing in the Bay of Cádiz.

Fill your stay in Málaga with uninterrupted time at La Malagueta Beach and an exhilarating day trip to the Cliffs of Maro; then, squeeze in a visit to the enchanting Alhambra before setting sail to Africa on a ferry. Over the following five days, you'll slowly make your way down Morocco's east coast, stopping for overnights in Tangier, Rabat, Safi, Essaouira, and Marrakesh. Along the way, spend afternoons wandering through bustling alleys, indulge your sense of adventure with a camel ride, and immerse yourself in Morocco's Roman heritage through guided tours until it's time to catch your departing flight. Learn more

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