Attend the vibrant Cordoba Patio Festival, whose street festival atmosphere welcomes us to admire private, colourful courtyards. Visit the celebrated Moorish gardens and palaces of Spain, including the Generalife Gardens and the Royal Alcázar of Seville. These formal spaces comprise serene, tiled courtyards, embellished with water features, lush greenery, and ornate geometry. Discover Portugal’s Fronteira Palace, Pena Palace, and Madeira Botanical Garden. Absorb the stirring passion of a flamenco performance and witness the craftsmanship on display at the Royal Tapestry Factory. Stay three nights on the garden island, Madeira. And join a seven-night cruise of the Douro River, sampling wines of the region while visiting its parks and palaces.

This journey departs:

• 30 April 2027