Costa de la Luz & Seville
Itinerary
Day 1 to Day 8
Day 1 - Travel to Spain
Transfer to Costa de la Luz
Fly to Faro, Portugal, where you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel in one of the seaside towns - Punta Umbria, Islantilla, or Isla Cristina (depending on your chosen date), approx. 120km from Spain’s Costa de la Luz.
Day 2 - Orientation Tour
Guided Walking Tour of your surrounding area
Morning
After breakfast, depart your hotel for an orientation walking tour of the town centre. On this short walking tour, you can become familiar with its bars, shops, and restaurants, as well as activities in the area surrounding your hotel (Punta Umbria, Islantilla, or Isla Cristina depending on your chosen date).
At Leisure
Afternoon
You will have the afternoon free to spend at your leisure. This is a great opportunity to try out some of the local tapas bars that you discovered on your morning walk.
Day 3 - Niebla
Excursion to Niebla
Morning
This morning, set off on a guided excursion to Niebla. This town was established during the times of the Moors and retains a very rich historic legacy. Travel back in time, as you admire the town and the preserved medieval walls that surround it. During the excursion, there will also be a visit to a wine museum at Bodegas Andrade, followed by a short walking tour in the vineyards, where you can learn about the ancient art of producing wine. There’s a chance to taste four different wines, including the famous Andalucian Vino de Naranja (orange wine). There will be free time for lunch, before returning to the hotel.
Day 4 - At Leisure
Free Time in Costa de la Luz
Full Day
You will have today free to spend as you wish. Why not take a trip along the coast to one of the nearby seaside towns for lunch, or relax on one of the numerous beaches?
Day 5 - Huelva & Christopher Columbus Guided Tour
Huelva
Morning
You will start today with a visit of Huelva where you will have some free time for shopping and exploring this lovely port city.
Retracing the Steps of Christopher Columbus
Afternoon
After relaxing in Helva, you will continue your day's excursion to retrace the steps of Christopher Columbus. Begin with a visit to the nearby Franciscan Monastery of La Rabida, a place that Columbus called home while planning his first voyage to the New World. Afterwards, continue to the Muelle de las Carabelas (the Quay of the Caravels), where you will witness historical artefacts and discover what life was like on board the ships. Entrances to the monastery & museum are included.
Day 6 - Seville
Panoramic City Tour of Seville
Full Day
Today, you’ll visit Andalucía’s most lively and colourful city, located on the banks of the River Guadalquivir. Seville is famous for flamenco, tapas and a rich cultural and architectural heritage. On your panoramic city tour by coach, you will view highlights such as the San Telmo Palace and Golden Tower. There will also be a visit to the beautiful Plaza Espana and the Alcazar (entrance included).
Day 7 - At Leisure
Explore Costa de la Luz at Your Own Pace
Full day
You will have today free to spend at your leisure. Take a stroll on the beach, enjoy a cool drink and a few tapas, and perhaps do some souvenir shopping.
Day 8 - Return Home
Depart Spain
It’s time to bid farewell to the Costa de la Luz. You will be transferred to Faro airport with guide assistance, for your flight home.
Puerto Antilla Grand Hotel 4*
Puerto Antilla Grand Hotel is located on Islantilla Beach in Huelva province, just an hour's drive from Faro Airport. It is close to several attractions, including the Doñana National Park and many fine beaches. Along with comfortable and pleasingly decorated guest rooms, the hotel offers a great selection of relaxation and entertainment options, including a spa and wellness facility, gym and paddle courts, as well as an impressive outdoor pool complex.
* Some hotel facilities may be seasonally operated or under maintenance and therefore unavailable at the time of your stay. Charges may apply for certain facilities.
Hotel Barcelo Punta Umbria Mar 4*
The Andalucian style Barceló Punta Umbría Mar hotel enjoys a privileged location in Huelva province, just one hour from Faro Airport. It is set on a magnificent sandy beach, between the nature reserves of Marismas del Odiel and los Enebrales, at the entrance to the fishing village of the same name, Punta Umbría. Standard rooms at this hotel have twin beds. Rooms with sea view and terrace on request, at a supplement (twin beds can be made up as double).
*Some hotel facilities may be seasonally operated or under maintenance and therefore unavailable at the time of your stay. Charges may apply for certain facilities.