Across Spain and Portugal

Oct. 14–30, 2025

Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited

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Easy: Minimal walking is required. Typically, involves cruising by ship. Suitable for travelers with limited mobility. Optional excursions may require a higher activity level.

Moderate: Moderate amount of walking required. Typically, two to three miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain and/or with multiple stairs. Requires the ability to board a ship and motor coach without assistance.

Active: Extensive walking required. Typically, three or more miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain, and/or with multiple stairs. May include optional activities such as biking, kayaking, or hiking and included destinations with high altitudes. Excellent health is required to take full advantage of the tour's inclusions.

Highly Active: Extensive walking and intense daily physical activity required. Appropriate for people who lead very active lives. Trip activities will be at a higher intensity and a more vigorous pace and may include activities such as biking, hiking at high altitudes and for long distances, white water rafting, and kayaking. A pre-trip physical training program is highly recommended and strongly encouraged.

To fully enjoy your tour experience, it is important to be in good health regardless of the tour's activity level. Please use your best discretion when deciding which group tour is right for you as your ability will have an impact on other participants. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the UW Alumni Tours office.

Activity Level: Moderate

Activity details below

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After exploring fascinating Lisbon, enjoy a Douro River cruise and port wine tasting in Oporto. Visit beautiful Santiago de Compostela — a celebrated pilgrimage site — and vibrant León, and tour Bilbao’s acclaimed Guggenheim and Fine Arts museums. Embark on a day-long Basque coastline excursion and spend two nights in the stunning Pyrenees region.

Highlights

• Lisbon touring
• Douro River cruise and port wine tasting
• Pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela
• Stops along religious route of Way of St. James
• Bilbao’s Guggenheim and Fine Arts museums
• Full-day excursion along rugged, beautiful Basque coastline
• Two nights in Pyrenees Mountains region
• Three-night stay in vibrant Barcelona
• Stays in distinguished historic lodging

Activity Details

• Walk 2-4 miles per day, often uphill, on uneven terrain, or cobblestones
• Occasional long walks from motorcoach drop-off to sights and hotels
• Steep grades while walking in Lisbon and Oporto
• Several long days of travel via motorcoach

Cost Details

Please see tour brochure for details.

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