Paradores & Pousadas: Historic Lodgings of Spain & Portugal | October 5 - 19, 2023

Travel with the Columbia Alumni Association (CAA) from October 5 - 19, 2023 on a special 15-day small group journey to discover the best of the Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy captivating sights, excellent cuisine, and memorable experiences while traveling overland from Lisbon to Madrid. Along the way, stay in intimate lodgings of Portugal’s Pousadas and Spain’s Paradores: medieval monasteries, historic fortresses, and stately palaces

Begin with an exploration of Lisbon, including the iconic Belém Tower and the National Palace of Queluz. Next, visit the Alentejo region, staying in one of Portugal’s finest Pousadas in charming Evora—a UNESCO World Heritage site. Crossing into Spain, see Mérida, with its outstanding Roman ruins. Enjoy visits to Seville, Cordoba, and Granada’s extraordinary Alhambra and Generalife Gardens. Explore Toledo, Spain’s medieval capital, before the journey ends in sophisticated Madrid. For those wishing to visit Spain’s bustling cultural and commercial capital, an optional four-day/three-night Barcelona post-tour extension is available.

Space is limited to just 24 guests and will be shared with participants from a cosponsoring alumni association. Please contact [email protected] or 866-325-8664 for more details and to reserve your place on this fascinating tour of Spain and Portugal!