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Albatross Early Bird Offer

Save up to $350* per person on select 2026 itineraries

Italy, Spain, Portugal and Ireland

15 - 18 night itineraries

Guided Tour

Multiple departures

Overview

About Albatross

Albatross Tours offer a unique and innovative range of escorting touring holidays designed especially for people like you, who want to see more and truly enjoy their European holiday. With a unique touring style, Albatross don’t just touch on countries, they explore them. When we design our tours we look at each region and consider what can be done and should be done. And since this style of touring is easier and more enjoyable with longer stopovers, this allows you to experience a variety of exciting excursions and activities.

The Italian 'Grande'

Explore Italy’s evocative regions as you travel from Milan to Rome

18 days | Milan to Rome

Discover regional delights and stunning scenery along the way. Cruise on Lake Como, stay in a dreamy Italian castle, stroll the romantic canals of Venice and explore the idyllic villages of the Cinque Terre. Discover the fairytale ‘town of towers’ San Gimignano.  Indulge in local Tuscan delights, walk beautifully preserved medieval towns and of course stay on the Amalfi Coast.

Inclusions

  • Travel in a first-class, air-conditioned touring coach
  • Welcome drink on Day 1
  • 29 Meals:
    • Breakfast daily (B)
    • 12 evening meals (D)
    • Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
  • Hotel porterage for 1 bag per person (where available)
  • 17 nights specially selected hotel accommodation
  • Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
  • Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available)
  • ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides included
  • Local guides as described in the itinerary
  • Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager
  • All excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described, including:
    • Private boat rides on Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Venice
    • Scenic cruises in Cinque Terre and Capri
    • Olive oil tasting in a traditional Tuscan farmhouse

Itinerary

DayLocation/Activity
Day 1Arrive Milan, transfer to Stresa, Welcome Drink & Dinner
Day 2Lake Como cruise, Bellagio, Villa Carlotta, return to Stresa
Day 3Macugnaga village, Monte Rosa views, Orta San Giulio, return to Stresa
Day 4Lake Maggiore cruise, Isola Bella, Borromeo Villa & Gardens, Isola Pescatori, return to Stresa
Day 5Lake Garda, CastelBrando
Day 6Venice sightseeing, St Mark's Square, free time in Venice
Day 7Montecatini Terme, Tuscany, Olive Oil Farmhouse Dinner
Day 8Florence sightseeing, Accademia Gallery, free time in Florence
Day 9Lucca, Pisa, Olive Oil tasting & Tuscan farmhouse dinner
Day 10Cinque Terre coastal cruise & sightseeing
Day 11Free day in Montecatini Terme
Day 12San Gimignano, Siena, Spoleto
Day 13Assisi sightseeing, free afternoon in Spoleto
Day 14Pompeii ruins, Amalfi Coast, Minori/Maiori
Day 15Amalfi Coast ferry to Capri, Anacapri, Giardini d'Augusto, free time in Capri
Day 16Amalfi Coast cruise to Amalfi, Ravello, free time in Minori
Day 17Hadrian’s Villa, Tivoli, arrive Rome, Farewell Dinner
Day 18Depart Rome

Pricing

DepartReturnPriceSave
22 Apr 202609 May 2026from $12,989 pp$350 pp
06 May 202623 May 2026from $13,989 pp$350 pp
27 May 202613 Jun 2026from $12,989 pp$350 pp
10 Jun 202627 Jun 2026from $12,989 pp$350 pp
09 Sep 202626 Sep 2026from $13,989 pp$350 pp
16 Sep 202603 Oct 2026from $13,489 pp$350 pp
30 Sep 202617 Oct 2026from $12,989 pp$350 pp

*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share, correct as of 23 June 2025 and inclusive of savings.

'Magnifico' Spain and Portugal

The charm and beauty of Spain and Portugal will leave you wanting more

18 days | Madrid return

From the seductive gardens of Granada’s Alhambra Palace, the heart stopping chasm at Ronda, your private cruise on the Alto Douro, Segovia’s dramatic Alcázar and massive stone aqueduct, then waking up in a renovated 16th century citadel in a delightful Portuguese fishing village… just Magnifico!

Inclusions

  • Travel in a first-class, air-conditioned touring coach
  • Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
  • 25 Meals:
    • Breakfast daily (B)
    • 2 lunches (L)
    • 9 evening meals, including a special farewell dinner with Titanic-themed menu (D)
  • Welcome drink on Day 1
  • Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
  • 14 nights specially selected hotel accommodation
  • Hotel porterage for 1 bag per person (where available)
  • Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager
  • ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides included
  • Local guides as described in the itinerary
  • Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available)
  • All excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described, including:
    • Guinness Storehouse visit and tasting in Dublin
    • Irish coffee demonstration and tasting in Foynes
    • Bushmills whiskey tour and tasting
    • Lake Cruise and Jaunting Cars experience in Killarney
    • Aran Islands boat ride
    • ‘Trad on the Prom’ folklore show

Itinerary

DayLocation/Activity
Day 1Arrive Madrid, Welcome Drink & Dinner, Overnight at Meliá Madrid Princesa (D)
Day 2AVE Train to Córdoba, Mesquita guided tour, Travel to Granada, Overnight at Hotel Alhambra Palace (B, D)
Day 3Alhambra & Generalife Gardens tour, Free time in Granada (B)
Day 4Ronda sightseeing & Andalusian lunch, Travel to Seville, Overnight at NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas (B, L)
Day 5Seville sightseeing, Free time, Flamenco Dinner & Show (B, D)
Day 6Excursion to Cadiz, Flamenco Dancing School Experience, Free evening in Seville (B)
Day 7Évora sightseeing, Travel to Cascais, Overnight at Pestana Cidadela Cascais (B, D)
Day 8Lisbon sightseeing, Jeronimos Monastery tour, Free time in Lisbon or Cascais (B)
Day 9Pena Palace tour, Cabo da Roca, Free time in Cascais (B)
Day 10Obidos & Nazaré sightseeing, Funicular ride to Sitio, Travel to Porto, Overnight at Pestana Porto Vintage (B, D)
Day 11Porto sightseeing, Port wine tasting, Free time in Porto (B)
Day 12Bom Jesus Sanctuary, Guimarães sightseeing, Aveleda Wine Estate tasting, Fado Dinner & Show (B, D)
Day 13River Douro scenic lunch cruise, Travel to Salamanca, Overnight at Hospes Palacio de San Esteban (B, L, D)
Day 14Salamanca sightseeing, Free time in Salamanca (B)
Day 15El Valle de los Caidos, El Escorial, Travel to Segovia, Overnight at Hotel Real Segovia (B)
Day 16Segovia sightseeing, Free time in Segovia (B)
Day 17Toledo sightseeing, Cathedral tour, Free time, Farewell Dinner, Overnight at Parador de Toledo (B, D)
Day 18Transfer to Madrid city centre & airport, Tour ends late morning (B)

Pricing

DepartReturnPriceSave
05 May 202622 May 2026from $13,689 pp$350 pp
19 May 202605 Jun 2026from $13,689 pp$350 pp
09 Jun 202626 Jun 2026from $13,889 pp$350 pp
25 Aug 202611 Sep 2026from $13,689 pp$350 pp
22 Sep 202609 Oct 2026from $13,889 pp$350 pp

*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share, correct as of 23 June 2025 and inclusive of savings.

The Ireland Connection

Embark on an unforgettable journey with wonderful sightseeing

15 days | Dublin return

From Temple Bar in Dublin, Killarney and the Wild Atlantic Way, to the Aran Islands, Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre - site of the ancient megalithic tombs and the Titanic Experience in Belfast, plus the fascinating story of the mass emigration and deportation of the Irish to Australia.  Kiss the Blarney Stone, enjoy a lake cruise, an Aran Islands boat ride, a relaxing horse-drawn "jaunting car" ride, tastings of Guinness, Irish Coffee, and Whiskey, and so much more! 

Inclusions

  • Travel in a first-class, air-conditioned touring coach
  • Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
  • 25 Meals:
    • Breakfast daily (B)
    • 2 lunches (L)
    • 9 evening meals, including a special farewell dinner with Titanic-themed menu (D)
  • Welcome drink on Day 1
  • Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
  • 14 nights specially selected hotel accommodation
  • Hotel porterage for 1 bag per person (where available)
  • Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager
  • ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides included
  • Local guides as described in the itinerary
  • Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available)
  • All excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described, including:
    • Guinness Storehouse visit and tasting in Dublin
    • Irish coffee demonstration and tasting in Foynes
    • Bushmills whiskey tour and tasting
    • Lake Cruise and Jaunting Cars experience in Killarney
    • Aran Islands boat ride
    • ‘Trad on the Prom’ folklore show

Inclusions

DayLocation/Activity
Day 1Arrive Dublin, Welcome
Day 2Dublin sightseeing & Free time
Day 3Powerscourt Gardens, Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough
Day 4Kilkenny, Irish Pub Lunch, Clonoulty & Rock of Cashel
Day 5Blarney Castle & Cobh
Day 6Lake Cruise & Jaunting Cars in Killarney
Day 7Dingle Peninsula sightseeing
Day 8Ring of Kerry, Derrynane House & Free time
Day 9Foynes, Cliffs of Moher & Galway
Day 10Connemara National Park, Galway ‘My Time’ & ‘Trad on the Prom’ folklore show
Day 11Aran Islands sightseeing
Day 12Knowth, Newgrange & travel to Belfast
Day 13Belfast sightseeing, Titanic Experience
Day 14Bushmills Distillery, Giant’s Causeway & Farewell Dinner
Day 15Return to Dublin

Pricing

DepartReturnPriceSave
27 May 202610 June 2026from $10,889 pp$350 pp
25 Aug 202608 Sep 2026from $10,889 pp$350 pp
15 Sep 202629 Sep 2026from $10,889 pp$350 pp

*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share, correct as of 23 June 2025 and inclusive of savings.

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

Destinations featured in this deal

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