TWO SHORES OF IBERIA

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TWO SHORES OF IBERIA

Spain & Portugal 100% Halal Tour

11 daysSpain & PortugalMuslim guided
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The Journey

Two Shores of Iberia

Spain & Portugal 100% Halal Tour

A cross-border Muslim heritage journey linking central Spain, the Portuguese Gharb al-Andalus and the great Andalusi cities. Strong for clients who want two countries in one Islamic-history-focused itinerary.

Route

Madrid · Toledo · Lisbon · Sintra · Beja · Mertola · Seville · Cordoba · Granada

Trip essentials

All our tours are private and 100% halal, with a Muslim guide, comfortable transport, selected 3–4-star hotels, and halal breakfast and dinner daily. Tours suit groups of 2–6, with coach options for up to 50.

Route map for TWO SHORES OF IBERIA
Route · Madrid - Toledo - Lisbon - Sintra - Beja - Mertola - Seville - Cordoba - Granada - Madrid

Complete Itinerary

Two Shores of Iberia

Day 1

Madrid Arrival

Arrival reception by the expert Muslim guide. Private transfer in a latest-model premium air-conditioned van/minibus. Hotel check-in, city orientation and 100% halal welcome dinner.

Day 2

Madrid and Toledo

Morning introduction to Mayrit and the surviving Arab wall. Continue to Toledo and visit the former Bab al- Mardum Mosque/Cristo de la Luz, historic streets and panoramic viewpoints. Prayer break and halal meals included. Overnight in Toledo or nearby according to the final operating plan.

Day 3

Toledo to Lisbon

Cross western Iberia in the comfortable latest-model air-conditioned vehicle. Cultural stop in Elvas may be added when timing permits. Arrival in Lisbon, orientation around Baixa, Rossio, Praca do Comercio and the riverfront. 100% halal dinner.

Day 4

Lisbon

Visit Belem, Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Jeronimos area, Alfama and the historic centre. Scheduled prayer at Lisbon Central Mosque or another suitable Islamic centre. Halal lunch and dinner.

Day 5

Sintra

Day excursion to Sintra. Explore the Moorish Castle, historic centre and Pena Palace area. The Muslim guide explains Islamic-era Sintra and the wider history of Muslim Portugal. Return to Lisbon for halal dinner.

Day 6

Lisbon to Beja, Mertola and Seville

Travel through the former Gharb al-Andalus. Visit Beja and continue to Mertola, including the Islamic Museum area and the former mosque structure now incorporated into the principal church. Because local halal infrastructure is more limited, the operator provides pre-arranged 100% halal catering or sealed halal packed meals. Continue to Seville.

Day 7

Seville

Full-day Seville program: Royal Alcazar, Giralda and Cathedral precinct, Santa Cruz, Torre del Oro, Plaza de Espana and Guadalquivir. Halal meals and prayer stop coordinated by the Muslim guide.

Day 8

Seville to Cordoba

Travel to Cordoba. Visit the Mosque-Cathedral as a historical monument, Roman Bridge, Calahorra and old Qurtuba. Prayer at an active mosque or prayer space. 100% halal meals.

Day 9

Cordoba, Madinat al-Zahra and Granada

Morning at Madinat al-Zahra, then continue to Granada. Sunset visit through the Albaicin, Mirador de San Nicolas and Great Mosque surroundings. Halal dinner.

Day 10

Granada and Madrid

Visit the Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces and Generalife. Later travel to Madrid by private vehicle or pre-booked high-speed rail with halal meal arrangements, depending on the group package. Overnight in Madrid.

Day 11

Madrid Departure

Halal breakfast, free time according to flight schedule and private airport transfer in a latest-model premium air-conditioned van/minibus with Muslim guide assistance.

Along the Way

Highlights

Representative highlights along the route. Exact visits and entrances follow the confirmed itinerary.

Madrid

Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Plaza Mayor, Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol.

Toledo

Primatial Cathedral, Alcázar of Toledo, Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, El Tránsito Synagogue, Mosque of Cristo de la Luz.

Lisbon

Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Praça do Comércio, Alfama, São Jorge Castle.

Sintra

Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira, Historic Centre.

Beja

Beja Castle, Keep Tower, Rainha Dona Leonor Museum, Historic Centre.

Mertola

Mértola Castle, Main Church / former mosque, Mértola Museum - Islamic collection, Historic Quarter.

Seville

Royal Alcázar, Seville Cathedral & Giralda, Plaza de España, Santa Cruz Quarter, Torre del Oro.

Cordoba

Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, Madinat al-Zahra, Roman Bridge, Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs, Jewish Quarter.

Granada

Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces, Generalife, Albaicín, Mirador de San Nicolás.

Your Journey, Considered

What is included

  • 10 nights in selected 4-star or equivalent Muslim-friendly hotels in Spain and Portugal.
  • Delicious 100% halal breakfast and dinner, carefully selected to ensure both quality and peace of mind.
  • Latest-model premium air-conditioned van/minibus for all road segments, with professional driver and luggage capacity appropriate to the group.
  • Expert Muslim tour guide throughout the cross-border journey and licensed local guides when required.
  • Main monument entrance fees named in the itinerary.
  • Daily prayer planning, including Lisbon Central Mosque and suitable prayer locations in Spain.
  • Bottled water on touring days.
  • Optional activities, experiences, and add-ons can be arranged upon request. We tailor the journey to your group’s interests and needs, and if any additional costs apply, we will always let you know in advance.

What is not included

  • International flights, visas and travel insurance.
  • Single-room supplement.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Optional palace upgrades, shows or activities outside the program.
  • Personal expenses and hotel incidentals.
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