Our Story Iberia

Journey through the Iberian Peninsula on a meaningful Jewish heritage experience that explores the Golden Age, the Inquisition, and the renewal of Jewish life today, with flexible itineraries across Portugal, Spain, and Gibraltar. Guided by a Jewish educator and local experts, this intimate program highlights historic cities, cultural treasures, Shabbat celebrations, and powerful encounters.

AGES:

18-50

DURATION:

17 days

LOCATION:

Portugal, Spain & Gibraltar

Travel with us to the Iberian Peninsula on a powerful Jewish heritage journey that traces the story of our people – from the brilliance of the Golden Age and the pain of the Inquisition to the inspiring revival of Jewish life today. Our Story Iberia offers up to 17 days of expert-led touring across Portugal (Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Belmonte) and Spain & Gibraltar (Toledo, Granada, Córdoba, Málaga, Seville, and Gibraltar), with flexible options to experience Portugal only, Spain & Gibraltar only, or the full itinerary.

Highlights include exploring Sintra’s castles and Trancoso’s medieval walls, tasting iconic local flavors like pastéis de Belém and port wine, meeting descendants of Crypto-Jews in Belmonte, and celebrating Shabbat in Porto and Gibraltar. In Spain, experience the Alhambra, walk in the footsteps of Rambam and Ibn Gvirol, admire Picasso’s art, relax in a traditional hammam, and discover the landscapes that inspired Don Quixote. Led by a professional Jewish educator alongside local European guides, the journey is limited to just 28 adult travelers for an intimate and enriching experience.

What’s included

CENTERALLY LOCATED 4* & 5* HOTELS WITH PORTERAGE

BREAKFAST DAILY & ADDITIONAL MEALS ACCORDING TO THE ITINERARY (KOSHER & VEGETARIAN)

ALL PROGRAMMING

WIRELESS TOURING HEADSETS

TOURING BUS

TOURING ACTIVITIES

PROFESSIONAL GUIDE/ EDUCATOR

AUTHENTIC JOURNEYS IN ISRAEL & BEYOND

Testimonials

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Ages: All

1 day

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Ages: 18-40

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