Portugal, Spain, and Morocco
Please note: this tour will be in Morocco during Ramadan.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Canada
Depart from Ottawa to Montreal airport by private motor coach. Your flight departs with Air Transat from Montreal direct to Lisbon, Portugal. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.
Day 2
Arrival in Portugal
Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be transferred by private motorcoach to your hotel in the Algarve. Your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-in.
Hotel: Hotel Algarve Casino or similar.
Day 2 to 16
Portimão, Portugal
Nestled along the stunning Algarve coastline, Portimão is renowned for its spectacular beaches, dramatic limestone cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. From the iconic Praia da Rocha to hidden coves and impressive sea caves, this vibrant coastal destination offers some of Portugal’s most breathtaking scenery. Notable local cuisine in the region includes fresh seafood, grilled sardines, cataplana, chicken piri-piri, olives, almonds, and traditional desserts.
Details and costs of optional excursions will be presented to you on your second day in Portugal. All payments for these tours must be made in Euros (cash only). Please note that all tours are non-refundable.
Day 16
Transfer from Portugal to Spain
Today your Travac Tours Director will assist you with checkout before departing for Spain. Driving time is approximately 6 hours (washroom and lunch stops en route). Once you arrive at your hotel in Spain, your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-in.
Day 16 to 26
Costa del Sol, Spain
The Hotel Best Triton is a four-star resort hotel located beachfront in the popular holiday destination of Benalmádena near the border of Torremolinos in the Costa del Sol in southern Spain. The hotel is ideally situated along Benalmádena’s promenade, a beautiful 7-kilometer-long palm tree-lined oceanfront pedestrian boulevard ideal for walking, shopping, sightseeing, and dining. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool (seasonal), a buffet restaurant, a pool bar, an extensive daytime and evening entertainment programme.
During your stay, your Travac Tours Director will assist you with optional tours and activities ($). The optional tours are paid locally in Euros and are non-refundable. A listing of these tours along with costs will be available locally once in Spain.
The towns of Torremolinos, Málaga, Fuengirola, Mijas, Malaga, and Marbella are all close by and can be easily reached by public transportation. You will also have the opportunity to visit some of the cities in the region including Seville, Granada and the jewel of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar ($). Shopping opportunities are extensive. There are also local markets in each village that operate on different days of the week.
Day 26
Transfer to Tangier, Morocco
Today you will travel to the Spanish harbour, Tarifa, where you will board the ferry (you are responsible for taking all your luggage onto and off the ferry) to cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier. You will have free time for lunch, followed by a panoramic tour of the city, including Cape Espartel & Hercules Grotto, and a stroll into Medina.
1 night at Hilton City Center and Residences (or similar).
Day 27
Tangier to Fez
Today you will depart Tangier and travel through the Medium Atlas Mountain range. Your first stop will be in Volubilis to visit its Roman ruins. There will be a stop enroute for lunch (on your own), then on to Meknes. There you will stroll through the medina, Plaza El-Hedim and visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. The route continues to Fez, where you will check in to your hotel.
2 nights at Hotel Barceló Fès Medina or similar
Day 28
Fez
Today you will have a full tour of Fez, the first imperial city of Morocco, founded in the 9th Century. You will visit the Jewish and Christian Quarters, the Royal Palace (from the outside), the medina (declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with its mosques and university, the Nejarine fountain, and the Tanners Quarters, including entrance to Medersa Bouaninia.
Day 29
Fez to Rabat
En route to Rabat, the Capital of the Kingdom, we will stop for lunch (not included). Upon arrival in the afternoon, the city tour will show you the exquisite 12 th century Tower of Hassan, the bustling Kasbah, and the imposing Royal Palace (from the exterior). You will also visit the Mohamed 5 th Mausoleum and the ruins of the old mosque. Before checking in at the hotel, you will have time to see the beautiful Kasbah of Oudayas fortress, located on the Buregregs riverbank.
1 night at Hotel Le Diwan Gallery or similar.
Day 30
Rabat to Marrakech
Today you will depart to Marrakech with a brief stop in Casablanca, where you will have free time in the popular Corniche of Ain Daib promenade for lunch on your own. This will be followed by a panoramic tour of this cosmopolitan city with a visit (from the exterior) of the Hassan II Mosque, the largest functioning mosque in Africa and the 7th largest in the world. Free time in the popular Corniche of Ain Daib (promenade) for lunch (not included). You will then continue to Marrakech to check in to your hotel.
3 nights at Kenzi Rose Garden & Spa or similar.
Day 31
Marrakech
Today you will have a panoramic tour of Marrakech, the Red City, where you will see the Menara Gardens, the 16th Century Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Jewish Quarter, and the Koutoubia Minaret. A visit is also included to the Majorelle Gardens. Optional lunch and continue visiting the medina for shopping. At the Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, you will be able to walk past snake charmers, acrobats, and other local entertainers.
Day 32
Marrakech
After breakfast, depart for an exciting excursion to Ourika Valley. You will enjoy one of the most spectacular Atlas Valleys with stunning and captivating settings. The Berbers, local inhabitants, still keep their uses and traditional way of living. You will visit a typical Berber House and experience the local atmosphere while enjoying Moroccan Tea as part of their hospitality. Stop for lunch (not included) and return to your hotel in Marrakech in the afternoon.
Day 33
Return to Canada
This morning your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-out at the hotel and bring you to the airport via private coach. Your flight is direct from Marrakech to Montreal with Air Transat. Upon arrival in Montreal, you will be transferred back to Ottawa (Carlingwood Mall).
Itinerary, hotels, and flights are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Portugal: Hotel Algarve Casino or similar
Hotel Address
Av. Tomás Cabreira 51Portimão, Portugal
+351 282 402 000
Spain: Hotel Best Triton or similar
Hotel Address
Av. Antonio Machado, 29, 29630Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain
+34 952 44 32 40
Tangier: Hilton City Center and Residences or similar
Hotel Address
Rond point de la gare ferroviaireTangier , Morocco
90000
+212 5393-09700
Fez: Hotel Barceló Fès Medina or similar
Hotel Address
53 Av. Hassan IIFez, Morocco
30000
+212 5 35 94 88 00
Rabat: Hotel Le Diwan Gallery or similar
Hotel Address
Place De L'Unité AfricaineRabat, Morocco
10005
+212 5372-62727
Marrakesh: Kenzi Rose Garden & Spa or similar
Hotel Address
Av. du Président KennedyMarrakech 40000, Morocco
+212 5244-47400
Portugal and Spain Combination Holiday (Breakfast and Dinner Included)
February 22 – March 15, 2027
For our Portugal and Spain combination package with stays in apartment hotels (no meals included), please click here.
Experience the best of the Algarve and Costa del Sol regions this winter in one fabulous combination holiday!
Your holiday begins in Portugal’s Algarve province. With its magnetic Moorish appeal, the Algarve has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring-like and invigorating.
From Portugal, you will be transferred to Spain by private motorcoach. The Costa del Sol region of southern Spain is remarkable for its diverse landscapes, fabulous beaches and coastal sites as well as a wealth of small villages that dot the shore line. This Mediterranean coastline is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations, hosting millions of tourists on an annual basis. Villages have grown into robust towns with great restaurants, shopping and nightlife. The area’s history dates back thousands of years and it has developed a unique and warm culture that defines the region. Whether this is your first visit to the Costa del Sol or you have enjoyed its pleasures in the past there is always something new to discover.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Today you will depart from Ottawa (Carlingwood Mall) to the Montreal airport by private motor coach with your Travac Tours Director. Upon arrival at the airport, your Travac Tours Director will help you with check-in for your flight. Your flight with Air Transat from Montreal to Lisbon. Our office staff will be happy to give you more flight details
Day 2
Arrival in Portugal
Upon arrival at the Lisbon airport, your Travac Tours Director will lead you to your private motor coach where you will be transferred to your hotel in the Algarve.
Hotel for the next 11 nights: Turim Presidente or similar.
Day 2 - 13
Portimão, Portugal
Nestled along the stunning Algarve coastline, Portimão is renowned for its spectacular beaches, dramatic limestone cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. From the iconic Praia da Rocha to hidden coves and impressive sea caves, this vibrant coastal destination offers some of Portugal’s most breathtaking scenery. Be sure to sample the local cuisine, including fresh seafood, grilled sardines, cataplana, chicken piri-piri, olives, almonds, and traditional Portuguese desserts.
Your time in Portugal will be free to spend as you wish. Your Travac Tours Director will be available to provide suggestions on how to make the most of your stay and will organize optional outings throughout your time here. Breakfast and dinner are included daily at the Turim Presidente hotel.
Organized optional tours will also be available. Details and costs of these tours will be presented to you on your second day in Portugal. All payments for these tours must be made in Euros (cash only). Please note that once payment has been made, it is non-refundable.
Day 13
Transfer from Portugal to Spain
Today you will check-out of your hotel in Portugal to make your way to Spain by private motorcoach. Driving time is approximately 6 hours, with a washroom and a lunch stop en route. Upon arrival at your hotel in Spain, your Travac Tours Director will assist with check-in.
Hotel for the next 9 nights: Hotel Ocean House
Day 13 - 22
Costa del Sol, Spain
The Hotel Ocean House is a four-star beachfront resort hotel located in the popular holiday town of Torremolinos in the Costa del Sol region of southern Spain. All accommodations have bedrooms and separate sitting rooms with their own terrace. Breakfast and dinner are included daily at the Ocean House.
From Torremolinos, the towns of Benalmádena, Málaga, Fuengirola, Mijas, Malaga, and Marbella can be easily reached by public transportation. Shopping opportunities are extensive. There are also local markets in each village that operate on different days of the week.
During your holiday in Spain, your Travac Tours Director will organize optional activities and provide assistance in booking optional tours ($). Optional tours are paid locally in Euros, and once paid are non-refundable. A listing of these tours along with costs are only available locally once in Spain.
Day 23
Return to Canada
Today you will be transferred to the Malaga airport via private coach for your direct flight with Air Transat from Malaga to Montreal. Upon arrival at the Montreal airport, you will be transferred back to Ottawa (Carlingwood Mall) by private motorcoach. Your Travac Tours Director will keep you updated as to your flight details.
Itinerary and flights are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Portugal: Turim Presidente or similar
Hotel Address
Av. das Comunidades Lusíadas8500-801 Portimão, Portugal
(+34) 952 443 240
Spain: Hotel Ocean House
Hotel Address
C. Salvador Allende, 45, 29620Torremolinos, Malaga, Spain
+34 952 38 70 66
Ontario- Pelee Island and Windsor Getaway
August 28-31, 2024
A passage to Pelee Island and Windsor Essex is an excellent getaway. The climate of the Lake Erie Islands Archipelago boasts the highest heat units in the country and the longest frost-free season in Ontario. This helps make the flora and fauna of Pelee Island rather unique.
There are many facets to Travac’s marvelous getaway. You’ll enjoy a Rum Runners tour that lets you understand the nefarious lifestyle of Windsor during the 1920’s. During your adventure you’ll experience Pelee Island through the eyes of a local professional guide, visit a local winery and enjoy tasting. You’ll also stop at Willistead Manor House once the residence of Edward Walker, the second son of Hiram Walker, one of the principle icons of the spirits industry during its formative years.
Your holiday includes round trip transportation on a deluxe chartered coach, 3 nights’ accommodation, 2 lunches, a full sightseeing program and the services of a Travac Tours Director. Early booking is your best guarantee of obtain space on this fabulous getaway.
Hotel Information
Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel and Conference Centre
Hotel Address
566 Bevel Line RoadLeamington, ON
N8H 3V4
519-326-8646
Holiday Inn Express Waterfront
Hotel Address
33 Riverside Dr EWindsor, ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774