For the discerning traveler seeking history, heritage, and soul-stirring beauty, the Iberian Peninsula offers a journey unlike any other. Across Portugal and Spain, traces of Sephardic Jewish life still whisper through the ancient streets, synagogues, and hidden quarters of some of the world’s most enchanting cities.
With our exclusive 12-Day Jewish Heritage Private Tour of Portugal & Spain, you will walk in the footsteps of scholars, merchants, rabbis, and poets who once thrived in these lands. Designed for VIP travelers, this experience blends luxury with deep cultural immersion, spanning two countries and centuries of Jewish history—all in the comfort of a private Mercedes-Benz vehicle, with your own English-speaking driver-guide throughout.
✡️ The Sephardic Legacy: Two Countries, One Profound Story
The Iberian Peninsula was once home to one of the largest and most vibrant Jewish communities in the world. From Lisbon to Tomar, Belmonte and Porto to Córdoba, the legacy of Sephardic Jews is woven into the very fabric of Iberian culture, language, science, and spirituality. This tour invites you to rediscover it—city by city, story by story.
🗺️ Tour Overview – Highlights of the 12-Day Private Jewish Heritage Journey
🇵🇹 Days 1–6: Portugal – Roots, Resilience, and Revival
Lisbon & Alfama
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Explore the Jewish Quarter of Alfama, the 1506 Massacre Memorial, and the still-active Shaaré Tikvah Synagogue
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Visit Belém and Jerónimos Monastery, honoring Portugal’s Age of Discovery and Jewish contributions to navigation and science
Tomar & Coimbra
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Discover the beautifully preserved Synagogue of Tomar, now a museum of Jewish culture
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Visit Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities and a hub of Sephardic intellect
Belmonte & Castelo de Vide
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In Belmonte, meet members of Portugal’s unique crypto-Jewish community, who practiced their faith in secret for over 500 years
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Visit the medieval Jewish Quarter and mikveh in Castelo de Vide
Porto
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Tour the grand Kadoorie Mekor Haim Synagogue, the largest in the Iberian Peninsula
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Enjoy a cultural evening in the Ribeira district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
🇪🇸 Days 7–12: Spain – The Golden Age and its Echoes
Salamanca
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Visit the ancient Jewish quarter and walk the halls of one of Spain’s oldest universities, where Jewish scholars once thrived
Toledo
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A crown jewel of Sephardic heritage, Toledo offers visits to the El Tránsito Synagogue and the Sephardic Museum
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Walk through the Judería, once home to Jewish poets, philosophers, and doctors
Córdoba
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Visit the Synagogue of Córdoba, one of only three pre-expulsion synagogues left in Spain
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Learn about Maimonides, one of the greatest Jewish thinkers, born here
Madrid
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Conclude your journey in the Spanish capital, with optional visits to the Jewish community center, Holocaust memorial, or simply enjoy the vibrant arts and culinary scene
🌟 What’s Included – Designed for Comfort and Discovery
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Private luxury Mercedes-Benz transportation across Portugal and Spain
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Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout
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Handpicked luxury and boutique accommodations
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Visits to historic Jewish quarters, museums, active synagogues, and memorials
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Flexible itinerary tailored to your pace and interests
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Optional kosher-style meals, private historians, or even Torah scroll viewings upon request
Whether you’re reconnecting with your heritage or exploring Sephardic history for the first time, this tour offers an unparalleled blend of comfort, authenticity, and depth.
✈️ Extend the Journey or Customize Further
Many guests choose to extend their stay in Madrid or Lisbon, or even continue on to Southern Spain (Andalusia) or Israel. Our team is happy to build a bespoke itinerary tailored to your interests and schedule.
🔗 Book Your 12-Day Jewish Heritage Private Tour of Portugal & Spain
Embark on this extraordinary cultural and spiritual journey with the expertise and care of Portugal Magik—Portugal’s leading luxury tour operator for over a decade.
👉 Click here to view the full itinerary and book the 12-Day Jewish Heritage Tour
We proudly serve VIP guests across the entire Iberian Peninsula, and most travelers enjoy booking multi-day tours with our trusted English-speaking guides and drivers. Your journey of meaning and luxury begins here.
To inquire or book, simply fill out the form on our website, message us on WhatsApp at https://wa.me/18884955099, or call our US number at (844) 923-2100.
We look forward to curating a journey you’ll never forget.
