Update (April 26, 9 a.m. ET): Due to the popularity of this deal, the Sept. 15 date has sold out.

Sample the artistic culture and cuisine of Portugal and Spain on this 10-night escorted vacation, while staying in 4-star hotels from start to finish.

On this comprehensive journey for $2499 per person, travelers makes stops in Lisbon, Madrid and Seville as well at the Rock of Gibraltar, the picturesque Alhambra palace in Granada and even a full-day excursion to Morocco.

Saving $400 per person on competing packages, this trip from Virgin Vacations includes:

• Roundtrip air, NYC-Lisbon; Madrid-NYC
• 10 nights accommodations in five cities
• Services of bilingual tour guides
• Transportation throughout, including transfers
• 14 meals: 10 breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners with wine
• Entrance fees per itinerary and transfers

Guests will spend three nights in the coastal town of Torremolinos; two nights each in Lisbon, Seville and Madrid; and one night in Granada.

Depart: Sept. 8, 15, 29; Oct. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 10

This deal is priced for New York departures; all major U.S. gateways are available. See Virgin Vacations' site for details.

Travelzoo Tip: Grab a pair of castanets and take in an authentic flamenco show in Seville, commonly considered the birthplace of the art form.