Spain
The Complete Tour Book Spain 2015
InDex 1. InDepenDenT TRAVeL
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A) CLASSIC TOURS Barcelona City Break Madrid City Break Ibiza City Break Barcelona and Madrid Barcelona and Ibiza Andalusian Discovery Lisbon and Porto High speed cities of Spain Spain: A story of three cities Lisbon and Algarve Morocco: A Top Class Tour Spanish Taste Portugal from North to south Classic Spain and Morocco Porto, Lisbon and Algarve Spain in comfort A Touch of Spain Exploration in Spain Spanish Breeze Spain and Portugal Classic Mediterranean Journey Spanish trails Magic Triangle of Spain, Portugal and Morocco Explore Spain, Portugal and Morocco Grand tour of Spain and Portugal
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B) DeLUxe TOURS: HOSpeS HOTeLS Al-Andalus explorer Essence of Spain Al-Andalus discoverer Wonders of Spain
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C) Off THe BeATen TRACk: pARADOReS ROUTeS Secret Discoveries around Madrid Hidden Gems of Andalusia Along the VĂa de la Plata Untracked North Coastal Unveiling Galicia
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CLASSIC TOURS Including private airport transfers and shared excursions in each of the cities. Aimed for those not willing to attach to strict timetables and who value their own free time for their own explorations. Hotels are always located in the heart of the old towns and intercity transportation is usually train (in most cases, high speed). Domestic flights where necessary are indicated but not included in the cost
DeLUxe TOURS: HOSpeS HOTeLS Special itineraries based on the nice 5* boutique hotel Hospes chain to oer extra comfort and flair
Off THe BeATen TRACk: pARADOReS ROUTeS paradores are heritage properties normally located in small cities with high historical or cultural value. Usually your overnight is inside a historic building (castle, palace...)
InDex 2. DeLUxe TRAInS Al-Andalus Train e Suites e Routes Andalucía I Andalucía II Andalucía III Extremaduran Route Special Spring Extremaduran Route Camino de Santiago Ribera del Duero and Rioja Wine Route Groups e trip includes Departure Dates Prices
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el Transcantábrico Train e Suites e Routes San Sebastián - Santiago de Compostela Santiago de Compostela - San Sebastián León - Santiago de Compostela Santiago de Compostela - León Groups e trip includes Departure Dates Prices
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3. eSCORTeD TOURS / GUARAnTeeD GROUp DepARTUReS Andalucia and Toledo: Splendor of three Cultures Wonders of Portugal South of Portugal North of Portugal e Best of Portugal Morocco - Great Loop of the South Royal Cities from Casablanca Discovery of Morocco from Casablanca
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DeLUxe TRAInS Reflecting the grandeur of past times, trains included in this section are "Orient express" type. Richly decorated and offering best possible services, these routes are designed to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience
eSCORTeD TOURS GUARAnTeeD GROUp DepARTUReS Classic coach tours with escort guide and guaranteed departures for those who like to travel within a group and enjoy the company of the others.
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CLASSIC TOURS 2015
Spain as it is, as it has been for the last many years and as it will most probably be in the near future. We are introducing you to the most comprehensive combination of tours that would enable you to discover our country. From North to South, from East to West, we present you several itineraries that would cover all main cities and regions. We are also presenting a couple of sample itineraries including extensions to our neighbor countries, Portugal and Morocco, for you to discover a combination of two or three countries. Transportation is arranged mainly by comfortable public transportation. Spain has got a wide net of high speed trains that allow you to connect cities in a short period of time, so let us take advantage of that. Transportation by line buses or domestic flights is also possible, please enquiry if you are interested. Be it the means of transportation you select, be sure we will be there to support you during your trip and to make sure everything flows smoothly. Spaintop: Dream Handcrafters
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dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Located on the northeast coast, facing the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia, a region with its own language. Barcelona has a warm and pleasant climate, with mild, humid winters and warm, dry summers. Founded by the Romans and conquered by the Visigoths in the early 5th century, becoming for a few years the capital of all Hispania. After being captured by the Arabs in the early 8th century, it was conquered in 801 by Charlemagne´s son, becoming later part of the Crown of Aragon, which ruled the western Mediterranean Sea with outlying territories in Naples, Sicily and as far as Athens in the 13th century. After the discovery of the Americas the financial importance of Barcelona´s Mediterranean trade was significantly reduced. Barcelona was a Republican stronghold during the Spanish Civil War. With the reinstatement of democracy in 1978, Barcelona regained its economic strength and international renown with the hosting of the 1992 Olympic Games. Strolling through the streets of Barcelona will surprise you at every step you take. Pedestrian streets in the old quarters, green spaces, and a varied waterfront reflect the city´s dynamic spirit. In the Gothic Quarter you´ll find the impressive cathedral and the array of spectacular buildings such as the Regional Parliament and the City Hall. La Rambla, one of best places to watch Barcelona´s bustling life, is a tree-lined pedestrian street connecting Plaça de Catalunya in the centre with the Christopher Columbus Monument at Port Vell (old port). Main modernist buildings designed by genius architech Antoni Gaudí such as La Pedrera, Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família church are to be found in L´Eixample. e places to admire best panoramic views of the city are Park Güell, a UNESCO World Heritage site designed by Gaudí, Montjuic Hill where the 1992 Olympic Ring is located and Tibidabo mountain that houses the oldest amusement park in the city and was featured in the Woody Allen film, Vicky Cristina Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Morning free at leisure for personal activities. In the afternoon join a half day shared tour to discover Barcelona´s greatest artistic treasures.
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Gaudi, one of the greatest innovators of his time, has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourist to discover in Barcelona. is Artistic Tour of Barcelona starts along Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi´s famous apartment buildings including Casa Batllò and La Pedrera; then enjoy a 30 minute visit at Gaudi´s bizarre Parc Güell which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keep an eye on your watch, it´s easy to get lost in the whimsical design of this bizarre but compelling public park. Continue to the La Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) Cathedral, Gaudi´s unfinished masterpiece which is Barcelona´s most famous landmark, where you will stop for around 30 minutes. You will also visit Barcelona´s famous Sta. María del Mar, the only gothic church in Catalonia completely finished. e tour ends near the Picasso Museum which exhibits works from the blue and pink periods of the world-famous painter. You can choose either coming back to the bus terminal, or remain in the Picasso Museum coming back by yourself (ticket not included). Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA Enjoy your last hours in Barcelona. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190403 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
381
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
363
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
608
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190404 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
447
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
424
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
715
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190405 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
831
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
788
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.328
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 2 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - sic half day artistic tour in Barcelona
HOTeLS enVISAGeD:
- private transfer in Barcelona from hotel to airport
STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5*
- round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip - complete travel documents for your stay
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for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 3 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Madrid Regente hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Madrid Villa Real hotel 5* dAY 1 MAdrid Arrival in the capital of Spain, Madrid! Magerit, land rich in water. is is how the Arabs called this area on the central plain of the Iberian Peninsula, close to Sierra de Guadarrama, where King Phillip II of Spain later established the royal court.e beginning of the vibrant city we nowadays call Madrid. Located at the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula, is the largest city of Spain and a cosmopolitan and welcoming city. Madrid became the capital of Spain in 1561 under King Philip II and has preserved a very rich cultural and monumental heritage. As the seat of government and residence of the Spanish monarch, Madrid is also the country´s political center. e streets of Madrid are a true reflection of its history, from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city, with the most modern innovative buildings of the Castellana Avenue. Discover Madrid highlights under its different historical periods, the Madrid of the Habsburg epoch through the squares Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; Madrid of the Bourbon period, gazing at the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), the Teatro Real (Madrid’s opera house), the Museo del Prado (El Prado Museum), the Puerta de Alcalá (triumphal arch) and the city’s beautiful fountains of Neptuno and Cibeles and the latest urban developments like the aristocratic quarter of Salamanca, where distinguished designers have their boutiques in Madrid and the most modern buildings along the elegant avenue of La Castellana, which leads to the city’s financial quarter, with the Torre Picasso (tower) or the Estadio del Bernabéu
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(Real Madrid’s stadium). Madrid has developed an intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife with choices for everyone. Visitors shouldn´t miss e Art Route and visit at least one of the following three museums: the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, among the most important art galleries in the world. For visitors, finding out that Madrid is one of Europe´s greenest capitals is a great surprise! Madrid´s parks and gardens are the best place to enjoy the sun, go for walks, go rowing, watch street shows and admire monuments. e Buen Retiro Park, e Royal Botanical Garden, Campo del Moro and Sabatini Gardens; Casa de Campo and Madrid Rio are among the most famous and popular parks. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 2 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190406 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
269
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
256
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
430
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190407 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
316
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
301
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
505
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190408 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
388
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
369
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
621
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 2 nights - private transfer in Madrid from airport to hotel - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip - complete travel documents for your stay
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dAY 1 iBizA Arrival in Ibiza. Discover the walled city (Dalt Vila) formed by a path of narrow streets, alleys and squares, adapted to the natural topography inspired a serenity that contrasts with the movement of the harbor and the bay where the highest concentration of moorings sports and recreation, and the bustle of shopping and entertainment district of the Marina i sa Penya, inhabited originally by artisans and fishermen. And, if you are willing to discover Ibiza´s vibrant nightlife you won´t be disappointed, you will find the very best nightlife and the best clubs like Space, Pacha, Privilege and DJs from all over the world. Private transfer to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around the city. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 2 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a full day excursion allowing you to discover what has made this White Island internationally famous. Charming enclaves, beautiful beaches and sites of cultural interest are all included on this guided bus tour. A stop for lunch (not included in the price) will be made. e Wednesday excursion will include a visit to the Hippy Market at Es Cana and on Saturday the
market of Las Dallas, San Carlos is included. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 3 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning transfer to the airport to take your flight back home.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190409 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
289
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
275
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
463
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Ibiza Algarb 3* SUPERIOR: Ibiza Torre del Mar 4* DELUXE: Ibiza Gran Hotel 5*
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190410 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
382
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
363
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
611
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190411 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
638
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
606
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.020
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 2 nights - private transfer from ibiza airport to the hotel - ibiza round the island sic half day tour with english speaking local guide - private transfer in ibiza from hotel to airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip - complete travel documents for your stay
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dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona dAY 3 BArcelonA - MAdrid Enjoy your last hours in Barcelona. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 4 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches
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we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 5 MAdrid Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190374
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
591
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
562
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
946
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190375 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
652
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
620
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.043
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190376 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
986
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
936
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.578
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 4 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip complete travel documents for your stay
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dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona and private transfer to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 3 BArcelonA - iBizA After breakfast free time until time for transfer to the airport for domestic flight to Ibiza. Arrival and private transfer to your selected hotel. Rest of the day at your disposal. Overnight in Ibiza.
dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure for personal activities. In the afternoon join a half day shared tour to discover Barcelona´s greatest artistic treasures. Gaudi, one of the greatest innovators of his time, has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourist to discover in Barcelona. is Artistic Tour of Barcelona starts along Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi´s famous apartment buildings including Casa Batllò and La Pedrera; then enjoy a 30 minute visit at Gaudi´s bizarre Parc Güell which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keep an eye on your watch, it´s easy to get lost in the whimsical design of this bizarre but compelling public park. Continue to the La Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) Cathedral, Gaudi´s unfinished masterpiece which is Barcelona´s most famous landmark, where you will stop for around 30 minutes. You will also visit Barcelona´s famous Sta. María del Mar, the only gothic church in Catalonia completely finished. e tour ends near the Picasso Museum which exhibits works from the blue and pink periods of the world-famous painter. You can choose either coming back to the bus terminal, or remain in the Picasso Museum coming back by yourself (ticket not included). Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 4 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. A full day excursion allowing you to discover what has made this White Island internationally famous. Charming enclaves, beautiful beaches and sites of cultural interest are all included on this guided bus tour. A stop for lunch (not included in the price) will be made. e Wednesday excursion will include a visit to the Hippy Market at Es Cana and on Saturday the market of Las Dallas, San Carlos is included. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 5 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning transfer to the airport for flight back to Barcelona. End of our arrangements
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190400 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
602
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
571
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
962
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190401
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Ibiza Algarb 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Ibiza Torre del Mar 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Ibiza Gran Hotel 5*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
728
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
690
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.164
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190402 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.263
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.198
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.020
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 4 nights - private transfer from Barcelona airport to the hotel - Barcelona sic half day tour with english speaking local guide - private transfer in Barcelona from hotel to airport - private transfer from ibiza airport to hotel - ibiza round the island sic half day tour with english speaking local guide - private transfer in ibiza from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip important: domestic flight from Barcelona to ibiza noT included (From 100 eur per person)
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Palace and the highest part of the Alhambra which became the court member residence. Later on, Charles V commissioned a palace to be built at the same site. We shall visit the most important halls and courtyards of the Alhambra including the Patio de los Arrayanes (myrtle courtyard), the Patio de los Leones (lion courtyard), the Salon of
Generalife contains magnificent gardens with many varied sorts of flowers and fountains, described by the poet the hidden water weeps. e visit includes two further courtyards, the Patio de la Acequia and the Patio de la Sultana. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Granada.
the Embajadores (ambassador´s hall), and the Sala de los Abencerrajes, which was the scene of a tragic legend. In addition, we shall also visit the Alcazaba or fortress, the royal baths, the partial gardens and the palace of Charles the Fifth. e visit will then continue to the Generalife, situated next to the Alhambra, and which was a place of leisure and recreation for the Moorish kings of Granada. e
dAY 4 GrAnAdA - seville Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Seville. Arrival in the fascinating Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for life. e old streets, the Guadalquivir River and all the
dAY 1 córdoBA Arrival in Cordoba. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Cordoba. Overnight in Cordoba. dAY 2 córdoBA - GrAnAdA Breakfast at the hotel. Join a morning guided Cordoba´s Walking Tour visiting the Synagogue, Jewish Quarter and Mosque-Cathedral. is thousand-year-old city, which has the World Heritage designation, is a living legacy of the different cultures that settled here throughout its history. Not many places in the world can say they have been the capital of Hispania Ulterior (Further Spain) under the Roman Empire, and capital of the Umayyad Caliphate. is splendour can also be seen because of the intellectualism of this city of knowledge, where figures like Seneca, Averroes or Maimonides were born. Walking round the old quarter you will discover a beautiful network of alleyways, squares and white-washed courtyards surrounding the Great Mosque-Cathedral, which reflects the importance of the city in the Middle Ages, and is the symbol of the city. In the afternoon, make your way to the train station and take a train destination Granada. Arrival and check in the hotel. Overnight in Granada. dAY 3 GrAnAdA After breakfast, enjoy the Alhambra Palace and Generalife shared Tour and with your English Speaking official guide learn about one of the most visited monuments in the world. Its construction was begun by the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty: Mohammed Ibn Alhamar, in the XI Century, at the red hill known as Assabic, which overlooks Granada. e fortress or alcazaba was built in first place, and afterwards, the Royal
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magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allot to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Overnight in Seville. dAY 5 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a Full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace, e Golden Tower, Isabel II bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar
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architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville. dAY 6 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Seville. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Córdoba Eurostar Maimonides 3* Granada Macia Gran Via 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Córdoba Exe Conquistador 4* Granada NH Victoria 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* DELUXE: Córdoba Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* Granada Fontecruz Hotel 5* Sevilla Palacio Villapanés 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190412 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
636
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
604
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.018
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190413 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
769
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
730
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.229
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190414 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
921
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
874
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.472
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 5 nights - private transfer in cordoba from airport to hotel - cordoba shared half day walking tour with english speaking local guide - 2nd class train tickets from cordoba to Granada - sic Granada Alhambra and Generalife half day tour with english speaking local guide - 2nd class train tickets from Granada to seville - sic seville full day city tour (entrance fees not included) - private transfer in seville from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Panoramic of Mesão Frio. Walk on the quay of Régua. Pinhão Visit to the Train Station and a wine farm (with wine tasting). Back to the bus terminal. Overnight in Porto.
dAY 1 porTo Arrival in the second main city of Portugal, Porto! Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Porto. Overnight in Porto. dAY 2 porTo After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. Pick up at your hotel (or short walking distance) for visiting Boavista Avenue, Matosinhos, Cheeze Castle, Foz (Ocean Coast), Douro River Coast, Porto Historical Centre (Cathedral), Gaia Panoramic Point and
Porto Wine Cellar visit (with Porto Wine tasting) and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Porto. dAY 3 porTo - douro vAlleY - porTo After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the remarkable Douro Valley. Birthplace of Port, is one of the oldest and most beautiful of the historic European wine regions. Wine has been made there for two thousand years. In 1756 the Douro Valley became the first classic wine region to be legally demarcated. Its vineyards were comprehensively classified the following year, almost a century before those of Bordeaux. Pick up at your hotel (or short walking distance) for driving to Amarante, visit to S. Gonçalo Monastery and the beautiful Historical Centre.
dAY 4 porTo - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Lisbon. Private transfer to your hotel in the city. Rest of the day at leisure to rest or take a look around Lisbon, Portuguese capital, famous for its unique light, atmosphere and climate - enabling wonderful trips to be made throughout various parts of the city. Overnight in Lisbon.
dAY 5 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by Belém, historical area, Torre de Belém ex-libris of Lisbon jewel of Manueline art Stop. Padrão dos Descobrimentos, modern monument
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HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Quality Inn Porto 3* Lisbon Hotel Embaixador 3* SUPERIOR: Carris Porto Ribeira 4* Lisbon Hotel Olissippo Marquês de Sá 4* DELUXE: Porto Infante de Sagres Palace Hotel 5* Lisbon Altis Grand Hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*)
LOW SEASON HIGH SEASON
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
629
684
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
570
617
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
899
981
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
709
781
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
677
738
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.074
1.171
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
920
1.053
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
822
920
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.441
1.647
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
dedicated to the Portuguese maritime discoveries. Stop. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, greatest example of Manueline art. Visit of the church. Coach Museum, one of the best coach collections in Europe. Visit. (Both closed on Monday replaced by Ajuda Palace). Porto Wine tasting. Alfama, Walk through the oldest and most picturesque section of Lisbon. Praça do Comércio, the biggest and most beautiful square in Lisbon Baixa-Rossio, centre of town. Avenida da Liberdade, Marquês de Pombal, return to terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 6 lisBon - sinTrA - cABo dA rocA - cAscAis esToril - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by the Pena Palace in Sintra: the greatest example of romantic architecture in Portugal, built in the 19th century, at a high of 500 meters (1640 ft). Visit. Sintra: Village’s historical centre, world heritage site by UNESCO since 1995. Free time to walk through the medieval streets of the fairy tale’s village, and to taste the traditional sweets of the region. Lunch. Free time to discover and enjoy the beauties of Sintra. Sintra National Palace: former hunting residence of the Portuguese royal family of
the 15th century. Visit. Cabo da Roca: Westernmost point in continental Europe. Stop. (From the 31st October to the 1st March replaced by stop at Boca do Inferno). Cascais: Fishing harbour and tourist centre, former summer residence of the Portuguese royal family. Stop. Estoril: View of the casino and its gardens. Return to Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon.
LOW SEASON: From January to March and from November to december HIGH SEASON: Rest of the year. CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-1 YEARS: 100% DISCOUNT 2-10 YEARS: 50% DISCOUNT
The price includes:
dAY 7 lisBon After breakfast, enjoy your last hours in Lisboa. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
- Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 6 nights - private transfer in porto from airport to hotel - sic half day tour in porto - sic Full day tour in douro valley - 2nd class high speed train ticket from porto to lisboa - private transfer in lisboa from train station to hotel - sic half day tour in lisboa - sic Full day sintra tour - private transfer in lisboa from hotel to airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip. - complete travel documents for your stay
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dAY 3 BArcelonA - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Málaga. Arrival and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at your disposal to enjoy and taste authentic local cuisine from Málaga, there is nothing better than mouthwatering pescaíto frito (fried fish) by the Mediterranean Sea.
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona.
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dAY 4 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and reconstruction work of an ancient structure. e amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga.
dAY 5 MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at your disposal for shopping and leisure. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 6 MálAGA - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 7 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy the best tour to get acquainted with the city. During approximately 2 hours and a half, you will see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de
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España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabéu (Tour of the stadium available), plaza Castilla, fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 8 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Málaga Eurostars Regina 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Málaga MS Maestranza 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4*
HIGH SpeeD CITIeS Of SpAIn
DELUXE:
Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Málaga Vincci Posada del Patio 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190418 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
840
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
797
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.344
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190419 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
993
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
942
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.588
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 7 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Málaga - 1 day touristic tickets in Málaga - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Málaga to Madrid - sic Madrid half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190420 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.515
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.439
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.422
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
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the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville.
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA - seville After breakfast, departure to Seville by train. Arrival in the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for life. e old streets, the Guadalquivir River and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allot to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Overnight in Seville.
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dAY 4 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace, e Golden Tower, and Isabel II Bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit
dAY 5 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at your disposal for shopping and leisure. Overnight in Seville. dAY 6 seville - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid.
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dAY 7 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy the best tour to get acquainted with the city. During approximately 2 hours and a half, you will see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabéu (Tour of the stadium available), plaza Castilla, fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 8 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3*
SpAIn: A STORy Of THRee CITIeS
SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Sevilla Palacio Villapanés 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190421 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
966
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
917
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.544
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 7 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to seville - sic seville full day city tour (entrance fees not included) - 2nd class high speed train tickets from sevilla to Madrid - sic Madrid half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190422 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.095
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.041
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.752
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190423 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.598
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.517
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.556
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
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and most beautiful square in Lisbon Baixa-Rossio, centre of town. Avenida da Liberdade, Marquês de Pombal, return to terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon.
dAY 1 lisBon Arrival in the capital of Portugal, Lisbon! Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon.
dAY 2 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by Belém, historical area, Torre de Belém
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ex-libris of Lisbon jewel of Manueline art Stop. Padrão dos Descobrimentos, modern monument dedicated to the Portuguese maritime discoveries. Stop. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, greatest example of Manueline art. Visit of the church. Coach Museum, one of the best coach collections in Europe. Visit. (Both closed on Monday replaced by Ajuda Palace). Porto Wine tasting. Alfama, Walk through the oldest and most picturesque section of Lisbon. Praça do Comércio, the biggest
dAY 3 lisBon - sinTrA - cABo dA rocA - cAscAis esToril - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by the Pena Palace in Sintra: the greatest example of romantic architecture in Portugal, built in the 19th century, at a high of 500 meters (1640 ft). Visit. Sintra: Village’s historical centre, world heritage site by UNESCO since 1995. Free time to walk through the medieval streets of the fairy tale’s village, and to taste the traditional sweets of the region. Lunch. Free time to discover and enjoy the beauties of Sintra. Sintra National Palace: former hunting residence of the Portuguese royal family of the 15th century. Visit. Cabo da Roca: Westernmost point in continental Europe. Stop. (From the 31st October to the 1st March replaced by stop at Boca do Inferno). Cascais: Fishing harbour and tourist centre, former summer residence of the Portuguese royal family. Stop. Estoril: View of the casino and its gardens. Return to Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 4 lisBon - AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Albufeira. Private transfer to your hotel in the
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HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Lisbon Hotel Embaixador 3* Algarve Luna Falésia Mar 3* SUPERIOR: Lisbon Hotel Olissippo Marquês de Sá 4* Algarve Aldeamento Turístico Villas d’Água 4* DELUXE: Lisbon Altis Grand Hotel 5* Algarve Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*)
LOW SEASON HIGH SEASON
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
707
973
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
595
775
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.081
1.586
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*)
region. Rest of the day at leisure to rest or take a look around the area. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 5 AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure at Algarve. e region is an extensive and pleasant one, with a Mediterranean climate, marked by the smell of the sea at low tide and the scent of wild flowers. A stroll through the tangled web of narrow streets, alleys and steps to be found away from the coast is the best way of getting to know this part of the region. But you can also easily lose yourself in the vastness of the coastal strip. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 6 lAGos, ponTA dA piedAde And sAGres Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, with pick up at your hotel (or walking distance).
Lagos is Algarve’s most historical city, here you can appreciate Henry the navigator’s statue, visit Saint Anthony’s Golden Church, the museum and the first Slave Market of Europe. In Ponta da Piedade admire the magnificent view over the rock formations. Sagres with the strongest lighthouse of Europe. Baleeira’s interesting fishing harbour. Following on to Cape St. Vincent, with a fabulous view over the most south-western point of mainland Europe, also known as “the end of the world”. Drop off at your hotel (or walking distance). Overnight in Algarve. dAY 7 AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the Albufeira’s Marina and we propose to you a cruise along the Algarve coast, between the Albufeira Marina and Carvoeiro beach, on a fantastic boat. We guarantee you a relaxing time with pure emotions; during this cruise (cca 2 hours long) you will have the opportunity to discover fantastic caves and rock formations. On the return, the boat shifts away from the coast to initiate our dolphins search. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 8 AlGArve After breakfast, enjoy your last hours in Algarve. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the Faro airport.
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
830
1.163
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
815
1.005
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.320
1.989
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.306
1.647
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.090
1.331
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.937
2.411
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
LOW SEASON: From January to March and from November to december HIGH SEASON: Rest of the year. CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-1 YEARS: 100% DISCOUNT 2-10 YEARS: 50% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 7 nights - private transfer in lisboa from airport to hotel - sic half day tour in lisboa - sic Full day sintra tour - 2nd class high speed train ticket from lisboa to Albufeira - private transfer from Albufeira train station to hotel - sic light full day lagos, ponta da piedade and sagres tour - dolphins and caves watching shared cruise from Albufeira’s Marina - private transfer in Algarve from hotel to Faro airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip. - complete travel documents for your stay
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dAY 4 Fez e whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital : the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medresa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque. Afternoon, continuation of the visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Accommodation in Fez.
dAY 1 cAsABlAncA Welcoming and assistance. Transfer to your chosen hotel. Check-in. Accommodation in Casablanca. dAY 2 cAsABlAncA - rABAT (95 kM) 9h00: Start of the tour with visit of the Economic Capital : e Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II.. Departure to Rabat, the Administrative Capital Visit of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Ouadaya Garden & Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower Mosque. Accommodation in Rabat dAY 3 rABAT - Meknes - Fez (260 kM) Departure to Meknes and visit of the Ismailia capital which has the longer ramparts in Morocco (40 km) : the famous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter. Departure to the holy city of Moulay Driss via the ruins of Volubilis, the Roman City. Continuation to Fez. Accommodation in Fez.
dAY 7 MArrAkech - cAsABlAncA (240 kM) Morning at leisure for your own exploration into the atmosphere of Marrakech. Early afternoon, departure to Casablanca. Accommodation in Casablanca.
dAY 5 Fez - MArrAkech (485 kM) Departure to Marrakech passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. Stop in Beni Mellal one of tha argricultural centres of Morocco for relaxation. Late arrival at Marrakech and check-in. Accommodation in Marrakech. dAY 6 MArrAkech The entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called «the pearl of the south". The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items and the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its non stop entertainment. Accommodation in Marrakech.
dAY 8 cAsABlAncA Departure transfer to the airport with assistance to different embarkation formalities for flight back home. End of our services
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: Casablanca Sofitel Tour Blanche Rabat Sofitel Jardin des Roses Fez Deluxe Riad Marrakech Sofitel Lounge & Spa
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
LOW
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.531 1.606 1.744
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.238 1.313 1.438
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.056 2.169 2.394
HIGH PEAk
LOW SEASON: 11/012015 - 08/02/2015 and 07/06/2015 - 30/08/2015 HIGH SEASON: 06/09/2015 - 25/10/2015 PEAk SEASON: 15/02/2015 - 31/05/2015
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 7 nights - A.c deluxe car with driver at disposal - 1600 km pack with gas & highway tickets. local guides for casablanca, rabat, Meknes, volubilis, Fez & Marrakech. - entrance fees to the monuments, - Taxes & services - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip. - complete travel documents for your stay
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and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Málaga. Arrival and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at your disposal to enjoy and taste authentic local cuisine from Málaga, there is nothing better than mouth-watering pescaíto frito (fried fish) by the Mediterranean Sea. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops-
dAY 4 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour: Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and reconstruction work of an ancient structure. e amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd
century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 5 MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at your disposal for shopping and leisure. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 6 MálAGA - seville After breakfast, departure to Seville by train. Arrival in the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for life. e old streets, the Guadalquivir river and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allot to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Overnight in Seville. dAY 7 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a Full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace, e Golden Tower, Isabel II bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a
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labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville. dAY 8 seville - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 9 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy the best tour to get acquainted with the city. During approximately 2 hours and a half, you will see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide
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who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabéu (Tour of the stadium available), plaza Castilla, fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 10 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Málaga Eurostars Regina 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3*
SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Málaga MS Maestranza 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Málaga Vincci Posada del Patio 5* Sevilla Palacio Villapanés 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190427 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.099
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.044
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.759
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190428 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.279
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.215
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.047
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190429 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.920
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.823
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.070
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 9 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Málaga - 1 day touristic tickets in Málaga - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Málaga to seville - sic seville full day city tour (entrance fees not included) - 2nd class high speed train tickets from seville to Madrid - city sightseeing Tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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myriad of monuments and hidden corners to enjoy a pleasant stay. Overnight in Coimbra.
dAY 1 porTo Arrival at Porto international airport and private transfer to the selected hotel. Rest of day is at leisure for you to start discovering this amazing city. Overnight in Porto. dAY 2 porTo Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning enjoy an interesting city tour: Visit the beautiful and mysterious lady, one of the most ancient cities of Europe with plenty os historic and cultural memories. A unique and unforgettable tour through the “Bairro da Sé”, the heart of ancient PORTO of medieval roots. We end this unforgettable tour in the famous wine cellar “CAVES CROFT”, in the historical heart of VILA NOVA DE GAIA in an atmosphere that will take you in a journey to the past. Overnight in Porto. dAY 3 porTo - excursion To douro vAlleY Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a thrilling excursion to the Douro Valley: By unique landscapes of mountain and river, was born one of the famous God nectars, discovering sights and traditions were we feel the faith of the People. In Amarante on the banks of the river we find the Monastery of S.Gonçalo, in Lamego we visit the shrine of Our Lady of Remédios. Lunch with the magnificent panorama over the River Douro were on the sloaps of the mountain had origin the most famous portuguese wine: Port Wine (winetasting included). Arrival after visit to Pinhão. Overnight in Porto. dAY 4 porTo - coiMBrA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning make your way to the railway station for a train ride to Coimbra. Arrival check in the hotel. Rest of day at leisure. Spend this day in a fantastic city full of history and charm like Coimbra. One of the oldest universities in Europe, the city offers a
dAY 5 coiMBrA - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Train ride to Lisbon. Arrival and check in the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a half day city tour to discover Lisbon, the town of the seven hills. Our visit will take us to places like Rossio square, Avenida da Liberdade, Alfama, Bairro Alto, Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 6 lisBon - excursion To sinTrA And esToril Breakfast in the hotel and start a full day tour to discover Cascais, Estoril, the Portuguese Riviera, and Sintra, world heritage by UNESCO, that holds one of the most magnificent palaces of Portugal, the Pena Palace, clearly one of the most beautiful places you’ll see during this tour. Late afternoon return to Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Oporto HF Tuela 3* Coimbra Best Western Hotel San Luis 3* Lisbon HF Garden hotel 3* Albufeira Auramar Beach resort 3* SUPERIOR: Oporto AC Oporto hotel 4* Coimbra Tivoli hotel 4* Lisbon NH Liberdade 4* Albufeira Vila Gale Atlantico 4* DELUXE: Oporto Infante de Sagres 5* Coimbra Quinta das Lagrimas 5* Lisbon Altis hotel 5* Albufeira Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort and Spa 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190430 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
966
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
917
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.544
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190431 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.160
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.101
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.851
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190432 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.284
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.220
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.055
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: dAY 7 lisBon - AlGArve After breakfast, make your own way to the railway station for a train ride to Algarve region, in search of sun and relax. Arrival and check in the hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy the area. Overnight in Albufeira. dAYs 8 And 9 AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 10 AlGArve After breakfast, transfer to Lisbon airport to take your flight back home.
- Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 9 nights - private transfer in porto from airport to hotel - porto sic half day tour with english speaking local guide - shared excursion to douro valley with english speaking local guide - 2nd class train tickets from oporto to coimbra - 2nd class train tickets from coimbra to lisbon - lisbon sic half day tour with english speaking local guide - shared excursion to sintra and estoril with english speaking local guide - 2nd class train tickets from lisbon to Albufeira - private transfer in Albufeira from hotel to Faro airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops.
Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 5 MAdrid - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Málaga. Arrival and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at your disposal to enjoy and taste authentic local cuisine from Málaga, there is nothing better than mouth-watering pescaíto frito (fried fish) by the Mediterranean Sea. Overnight in Málaga.
dAY 4 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal.
dAY 6 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and re-construction work of an ancient structure. e amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts
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Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the Karaouine Mosque (from outside). In the afternoon, visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Dinner and overnight in Fez.
and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 7 MálAGA - AlGecirAs - TAnGier Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the morning private transfer from Málaga to Algeciras and take the ferry destination Tangier. Arrival at Tangier and private transfer to your hotel. Check-in, dinner at the hotel and overnight in Tangier. dAYs 8 TAnGier - Fez Breakfast at the hotel & visit of Tangier, the city tour involves Tangier and its surroundings as well as Spartel Cap at the extreme North-West of Africa and Hercules Caves which are associated with the legend of Hercules being the one separated Africa from Europe. e visit includes also the Kasbah district next to the port, the old Medina with its craftsmanship shops and a magnificent minaret overlooking the sea. You will also have the opportunity to pass by the Gran Socco and the Mendoubia Park accommodating dragon skeleton dating from ancient centuries. Continuation then to Asilah and stop for lunch (optional) at a local restaurant. Afternoon, departure to Fez through the holy city of Moulay Driss via the ruins of Volubilis the roman city. Dinner and overnight in Fez. dAYs 9 Fez Breakfast at the hotel. The whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital: the Medieval
dAYs 10 Fez - cAsABlAncA After breakfast, departure by high way to Casablanca. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit of the Economic Capital : The Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II. Dinner and overnight in Casablanca. dAY 11 cAsABlAncA Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Mohamed V airport for departure according to your flight details.
SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* Málaga MS Maestranza 4* Tangier Husa Solazur 4* Fez Zalagh Parc Palace 5* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5* Málaga Vincci Posada del Patio 5* Tangier El Minzah 5* Fez Zalagh Parc Palace 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190438 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.629
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.547
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.606
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190439 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.740
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.652
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.782
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190440 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.307
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.191
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.690
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes:
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3* Málaga Eurostars Regina 3* Tangier Ibis Moussafir 3* Fez Fez Inn 3*
- Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 4 nights (spain portion) - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona. - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - city sightseeing Tour in Madrid - 1 day touristic tickets in Málaga - private transfer from Málaga to Algeciras port - Ferry Algeciras – Tangier - private transfer in Tangier from port to hotel - Accommodation during 4 nights on half board basis (Morocco portion) - private car with professional driver at disposal for Morocco portion - local guides for visit of casablanca, rabat, Meknes, volubilis and Fez - private transfer in casablanca from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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years. In 1756 the Douro Valley became the first classic wine region to be legally demarcated. Its vineyards were comprehensively classified the following year, almost a century before those of Bordeaux. Pick up at your hotel (or short walking distance) for driving to Amarante, visit to S. Gonçalo Monastery and the beautiful Historical Centre. Panoramic of Mesão Frio. Walk on the quay of Régua. Pinhão Visit to the Train Station and a wine farm (with wine tasting). Back to the bus terminal. Overnight in Porto. dAY 4 porTo - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Lisbon. Private transfer to your hotel in the city. Rest of the day at leisure to rest or take a look around Lisbon, Portuguese capital, famous for its unique light, atmosphere and climate enabling wonderful trips to be made throughout various parts of the city. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 1 porTo Arrival in the second main city of Portugal, Porto! Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Porto. Overnight in Porto. dAY 2 porTo After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. Pick up at your hotel (or short walking distance) for visiting Boavista Avenue, Matosinhos, Cheeze Castle, Foz (Ocean Coast), Douro River Coast, Porto Historical Centre (Cathedral), Gaia Panoramic Point and Porto Wine Cellar visit (with Porto Wine tasting) and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Porto. dAY 3 porTo - douro vAlleY - porTo After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the remarkable Douro Valley. Birthplace of Port, is one of the oldest and most beautiful of the historic European wine regions. Wine has been made there for two thousand
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dAY 5 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by Belém, historical area, Torre de Belém ex-libris of Lisbon jewel of Manueline art Stop. Padrão dos Descobrimentos, modern monument dedicated to the Portuguese maritime discoveries. Stop. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, greatest example of Manueline art.
Visit of the church. Coach Museum, one of the best coach collections in Europe. Visit. (Both closed on Monday replaced by Ajuda Palace). Porto Wine tasting. Alfama, Walk through the oldest and most picturesque section of Lisbon. Praça do Comércio, the biggest and most beautiful square in Lisbon Baixa-Rossio, centre of town. Avenida da Liberdade, Marquês de Pombal, return to terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 6 lisBon - sinTrA - cABo dA rocA - cAscAis esToril - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, starting by the Pena Palace in Sintra: the greatest example of romantic architecture in Portugal, built in the 19th century, at a high of 500 meters (1640 ft). Visit. Sintra: Village’s historical centre, world heritage site by UNESCO since 1995. Free time to walk
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through the medieval streets of the fairy tale’s village, and to taste the traditional sweets of the region. Lunch. Free time to discover and enjoy the beauties of Sintra. Sintra National Palace: former hunting residence of the Portuguese royal family of the 15th century. Visit. Cabo da Roca: Westernmost point in continental Europe. Stop. (From the 31st October to the 1st March replaced by stop at Boca do Inferno). Cascais: Fishing harbour and tourist centre, former summer residence of the Portuguese royal family. Stop. Estoril: View of the casino and its gardens. Return to Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 7 lisBon - AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Albufeira. Private transfer to your hotel in the region. Rest of the day at leisure to rest or take a look around the area. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 8 AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure at Algarve. The region is an extensive and pleasant one, with a Mediterranean climate, marked by the smell of the sea at low tide and the scent of wild flowers. A stroll through the tangled web of narrow streets, alleys and steps to be found away from the coast is the best way of getting to know this part of the region. But you can also easily lose yourself in the vastness of the coastal strip. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 9 lAGos, ponTA dA piedAde And sAGres Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches, with pick up at your hotel (or walking distance). Lagos is Algarve’s most historical city, here you can appreciate Henry the navigator’s statue, visit Saint Anthony’s Golden Church, the museum and the first Slave Market of Europe.
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TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
LOW SEASON HIGH SEASON 956
1.214
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
832
1.015
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.417
1.907
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.107
1.454
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.034
1.288
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.719
2.367
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.610
1.969
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.371
1.634
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.390
2.904
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*)
In Ponta da Piedade admire the magnificent view over the rock formations. Sagres with the strongest lighthouse of Europe. Baleeira’s interesting fishing harbour. Following on to Cape St. Vincent, with a fabulous view over the most south-western point of mainland Europe, also known as “the end of the world”. Drop off at your hotel (or walking distance). Overnight in Algarve. dAY 10 AlGArve Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the Albufeira’s Marina and we propose to you a cruise along the Algarve coast, between the Albufeira Marina and Carvoeiro beach, on a fantastic boat. We guarantee you a relaxing time with pure emotions; during this cruise (cca 2 hours long) you will have the opportunity to discover fantastic caves and rock formations. On the return, the boat shifts away from the coast to initiate our dolphins search. Overnight in Algarve. dAY 11 AlGArve After breakfast, enjoy your last hours in Algarve. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the Faro airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Quality Inn Porto 3* Lisbon Hotel Embaixador 3* Algarve Luna Falésia Mar 3* SUPERIOR: Carris Porto Ribeira 4* Lisbon Hotel Olissippo Marquês de Sá 4* Algarve Aldeamento Turístico Villas d’Água 4* DELUXE: Porto Infante de Sagres Palace Hotel 5* Lisbon Altis Grand Hotel 5* Algarve Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa 5*
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
LOW SEASON: From January to March and from November to december HIGH SEASON: Rest of the year. CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-1 YEARS: 100% DISCOUNT 2-10 YEARS: 50% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 10 nights - private transfer in porto from airport to hotel - sic half day tour in porto - sic Full day tour in douro valley - 2nd class high speed train ticket from porto to lisboa - private transfer in lisboa from train station to hotel - sic half day tour in lisboa - sic Full day sintra tour - 2nd class high speed train ticket from lisboa to Albufeira - private transfer from Albufeira train station to hotel - sic light full day lagos, ponta da piedade and sagres tour - dolphins and caves watching shared cruise from Albufeira’s Marina - private transfer in Algarve from hotel to Faro airport - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip. - complete travel documents for your stay
noTe: sic light full day lagos, ponta da piedade and sagres tour doesn’t run in daily basis. program’s itinerary order might be changed to adapt it to the tour operation days, or this tour might be replaced by other one.
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dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona.
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dAY 3 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgin Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 4 BArcelonA - vAlenciA After breakfast enjoy your last hours in Barcelona until it´s time to go the train station. Arrive in Valencia. Check in the hotel. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Valencia.
dAY 5 vAlenciA Breakfast in your hotel. is morning, take the Valencia Bus Touristic to explore the streets of this fascinating city and discover landmarks like the old Towers (Serrano Towers and Quart Towers), the Cathedral and the Gothic Basilica of the Virgin, the Late Gothic Silk Exchange, a World Heritage Site, and the City of Arts and Sciences, the ultimate example of new futuristic architecture. Don´t miss a unique opportunity to enjoy delicious Paella for lunch in its homeland! Overnight in Valencia. dAY 6 vAlenciA - seville After breakfast, departure to Seville by train. Arrival in the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for
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life. e old streets, the Guadalquivir river and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allot to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Rest of the date free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville. dAY 7 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a Full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace, e Golden Tower, Isabel II bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville. dAYs 8 seville - córdoBA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Cordoba. Arrival and check in the hotel. Join a guided Cordoba´s Walking Tour visiting the Synagogue, Jewish Quarter and Mosque-Cathedral. is thousand-year-old city, which has the World Heritage designation, is a living legacy of the different cultures that settled here throughout its history. Not many places in the world can say they have been the capital of Hispania Ulterior (Further Spain) under the
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Roman Empire, and capital of the Umayyad Caliphate. is splendor can also be seen because of the intellectualism of this city of knowledge, where figures like Seneca, Averroes or Maimonides were born. Walking round the old quarter you will discover a beautiful network of alleyways, squares and white-washed courtyards surrounding the Great Mosque-Cathedral, which reflects the importance of the city in the Middle Ages, and is the symbol of the city. Overnight in Cordoba. dAYs 9 córdoBA - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAYs 10 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches
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we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 11 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Valencia Center 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Córdoba Exe Conquistador 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Valencia Hospes Palau de la Mar hotel 5* Sevilla Palacio Villapanés 5* Córdoba Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190441 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.313
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.247
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.100
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190442 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.449
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.376
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.318
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190443
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Valencia Petit Palace Germanias 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* Córdoba Eurostar Maimonides 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.145
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.037
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.430
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 4 nights (spain portion) - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona. - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - city sightseeing Tour in Madrid - 1 day touristic tickets in Málaga - private transfer from Málaga to Algeciras port - Ferry Algeciras – Tangier - private transfer in Tangier from port to hotel - Accommodation during 4 nights on half board basis (Morocco portion) - private car with professional driver at disposal for Morocco portion - local guides for visit of casablanca, rabat, Meknes, volubilis and Fez - private transfer in casablanca from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Alhambra), the Roman eatre. Overnight in Malaga.
dAY 1 MAdrid Arrival in Madrid and transfer to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 2 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. In the afternoon we may suggest a visit to one of the three most important art galleries in the world, the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, or a visit to the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 3 MAdrid - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, train ride to Malaga. Arrival and check in hotel. In the afternoon, free time for you to enjoy Malaga’s most important monuments and museums: e Central Market (Atarazanas), the Plaza de la Constitucion and calle Larios, at the very heart of the city and from where there is the choice of the best bars and stores. e Manquita, that is as well as they know the malagueños its Cathedral, the Alcazaba (fortress-palace antecedent of the
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dAY 4 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and reconstruction work of an ancient structure. e
amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Malaga. dAY 5 MálAGA - BArcelonA After breakfast, make your own way to the airport, in order to take a flight destination Barcelona. Arrival and rest of the day at leisure. You can enjoy the city walking around the Ramblas, the Gothic quarter, and Plaza Catalunya. We suggest you to visit the Boqueria
Market, one of the best markets in the world. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 6 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join e Gaudí Tour that will take you to the best of Gaudí, at different points of the city, in a comfortable coach and avoiding entrance queues. Antoni Gaudí, visionary architect during Barcelona´s modernista (art nouveau) period early last century, graced Barcelona with nearly all his extraordinary and beautiful buildings. No less than 7 have been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Your expert English Speaking guide will explain what makes them extraordinary: the detail, the symbols, the structural secrets, the technical innovation, and give you a guided tour of Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família (entrance fees included). Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 7 BArcelonA After breakfast , start a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of
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SUPERIOR: Madrid Opera hotel 4* Málaga Nh Malaga 4* Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Ibiza Torre del Mar 4* DELUXE: Madrid Villa Real hotel 5* Málaga Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Ibiza Gran Hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190445 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.098
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.043
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.758
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190446
Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Barcelona. dAYs 8 BArcelonA - iBizA After breakfast free time until flight to Ibiza. Arrival and make your way to your selected hotel. Rest of day is at leisure for you to start discovering this unique island. Overnight in Ibiza.
dAYs 9 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a full day excursion allowing you to discover what has made this White Island internationally famous. Charming enclaves, beautiful beaches and sites of cultural interest are all included on this guided bus tour. A stop for lunch (not included in the price) will be made. e Wednesday excursion will include a visit to the Hippy Market at Es Cana and on Saturday the market of Las Dallas, San Carlos is included. Overnight in Ibiza. dAYs 10 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have a full day at disposal to enjoy the beach, discover some secret retreats in Ibiza or go for party in the evening. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 11 iBizA Breakfast in your hotel and free time until your transfer to the airport for your return home. End of our services.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Madrid Regente hotel 3* Málaga Eurostars Astoria 3* Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Ibiza Algarb 3*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.248
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.185
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.997
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190447 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.851
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.759
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.962
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT ** Important note: Domestic flights are not included - Malaga - barcelona:
from 193 EUR pp
- barcelona - Ibiza:
from 116 EUR pp
The price includes: - Accommodation in bed and breakfast basis, in hotels listed below for 10 nights - private transfer in Madrid from airport to accommodation - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Madrid - 2nd class train tickets Madrid – Malaga - Malaga 1 day touristic bus tickets - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Barcelona - half day sic excursion to Montserrat with english speaking guide from Barcelona - Full day sic city tour with english speaking guide in ibiza - private transfer in ibiza from accommodation to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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dAY 4 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga.
amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 5 MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Day free at disposal for shopping and leisure. Overnight in Málaga dAY 6 MálAGA - seville After breakfast, departure to Seville by train. Arrival in the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for life. e old streets, the Guadalquivir river and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allot to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Rest of the day free at yout disposal. Overnight in Seville.
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Málaga. Arrival and check in the hotel. Rest of the day at your disposal to enjoy and taste authentic local cuisine from Málaga, there is nothing better than mouth-watering pescaíto frito (fried fish) by the Mediterranean Sea. Overnight in Málaga.
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Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and reconstruction work of an ancient structure. e
dAY 7 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a Full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace,
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e Golden Tower, Isabel II bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville. dAY 8 seville - vAlenciA After breakfast enjoy your last hours in Seville until it´s time to go the train station. Arrive in Valencia. Check in the hotel. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Valencia.
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In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 11 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal.
dAY 9 vAlenciA Breakfast in your hotel and take the Valencia Bus Turistic to explore the streets of this fascinating city and discover landmarks like the old Towers (Serrano Towers and Quart Towers), the Cathedral and the Gothic Basilica of the Virgin, the Late Gothic Silk Exchange, a World Heritage Site, and the City of Arts and Sciences, the ultimate example of new futuristic architecture.
SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Málaga MS Maestranza 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Valencia Center 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4* DELUXE: Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Málaga Vincci Posada del Patio 5* Sevilla Palacio Villapanés 5* Valencia Hospes Palau de la Mar hotel 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190454 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.376
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.306
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.201
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190455 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.610
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.529
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.575
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190456 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.223
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.111
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.556
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 12 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
Don´t miss a unique opportunity to enjoy delicious Paella for lunch in its homeland! Overnight in Valencia dAY 10 vAlenciA - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Málaga Eurostars Regina 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* Valencia: Petit Palace Germanias 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3*
- Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 11 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to Málaga - 1 day touristic tickets in Málaga - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Málaga to seville - sic seville full day city tour (entrance fees not included) - 2nd class high speed train tickets from seville to valencia - 1 day touristic tickets in valencia - 2nd class high speed train tickets from valencia to Madrid - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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dAY 1 MAdrid Arrival in the capital of Spain, Madrid! Magerit, land rich in water. is is how the Arabs called this area on the central plain of the Iberian Peninsula, close to Sierra de Guadarrama, where King Phillip II of Spain later established the royal court.e beginning of the vibrant city we nowadays call Madrid. Located at the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula, is the largest city of Spain and a cosmopolitan and welcoming city. Madrid became the capital of Spain in 1561 under King Philip II and has preserved a very rich cultural and monumental heritage. As the seat of government and residence of the Spanish monarch, Madrid is also the country´s political center. e streets of Madrid are a true reflection of its history, from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city, with the most modern innovative buildings of the Castellana Avenue. Discover Madrid highlights under its different historical periods, the Madrid of the Habsburg epoch through the squares Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; Madrid of the Bourbon period, gazing at the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), the Teatro Real (Madrid’s opera house), the Museo del Prado (El Prado Museum), the Puerta de Alcalá (triumphal arch) and the city’s beautiful fountains of Neptuno and Cibeles and the latest urban development’s like the aristocratic quarter of Salamanca, where distinguished designers have their boutiques in Madrid and the most modern buildings along the elegant avenue of La Castellana, which leads to the city’s financial quarter, with the Torre Picasso (tower) or the Estadio del Bernabéu (Real Madrid’s stadium). Madrid has developed an intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife with choices for everyone. Visitors shouldn´t miss e Art Route and visit at least one of the following three museums: the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, among the most important art galleries in the world. For visitors, finding out that Madrid is one of Europe´s
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greenest capitals is a great surprise! Madrid´s parks and gardens are the best place to enjoy the sun, go for walks, go rowing, watch street shows and admire monuments. e Buen Retiro Park, e Royal Botanical Garden, Campo del Moro and Sabatini Gardens; Casa de Campo and Madrid Rio are among the most famous and popular parks. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 2 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium
available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. is tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. In the afternoon free time at your disposal. We may suggest a visit to one of the three most important art galleries in the world, the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, or a visit to the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings.
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dAY 3 MAdrid - seville Breakfast at the hotel and train ride to Seville, where we continue to enjoy the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia, where you will discover our passion for life. e old streets, the river Guadalquivir and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allow taking with us an eternal remembrance back home. Arrival in the afternoon. Overnight in Seville. dAY 4 seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the 1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville.
some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 7 MálAGA - BArcelonA After breakfast, make your own way to the airport, in order to take a flight destination Barcelona. Arrival and rest of the day at leisure. You can enjoy the city walking around the Ramblas, the Gothic quarter, and Plaza Catalunya. We suggest you to visit the Boquería Market, one of the best markets in the world. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 5 seville - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your way to the railway station and take a train destination Malaga. Check in hotel and in the afternoon, enjoy some free time and discover Malaga’s most important monuments and museums: e Central Market (Atarazanas), the Plaza de la Constitucion and calle Larios, at the very heart of the city and from where there is the choice of the best bars and stores. e Manquita, that is as well as they know the malagueños its Cathedral, the Alcazaba (fortresspalace antecedent of the Alhambra), the Roman eatre. Overnight in Malaga.
dAY 8 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join e Gaudí Tour that will take you to the best of Gaudí, at different points of the city, in a comfortable coach and avoiding entrance queues. Antoni Gaudí, visionary architect during Barcelona´s modernista (art nouveau) period early last century, graced Barcelona with nearly all his extraordinary and beautiful buildings. No less than 7 have been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Your expert English Speaking guide will explain what makes them extraordinary: the detail, the symbols, the structural secrets, the technical innovation, and give you a guided tour of Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família (entrance fees included).
dAY 6 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and re-construction work of an ancient structure. e amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used
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DELUXE:
Madrid Villa Real hotel 5* Seville Palacio de Villapanés 5* Málaga Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Ibiza Gran Hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190457 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.283
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.219
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.052
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190458 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.527
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.450
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.443
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190460
Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 9 BArcelonA After breakfast , start a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Return to Barcelona and overnight. dAYs 10 BArcelonA - iBizA After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your flight departures to Ibiza. Arrival and make your way to your selected hotel. Rest of day is at leisure for you to start discovering this unique island. Overnight in Ibiza. dAYs 11 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a full day excursion allowing you
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to discover what has made this White Island internationally famous. Charming enclaves, beautiful beaches and sites of cultural interest are all included on this guided bus tour. A stop for lunch (not included in the price) will be made. The Wednesday excursion will include a visit to the Hippy Market at Es Cana and on Saturday the market of Las Dallas, San Carlos is included. Overnight in Ibiza. dAYs 12 iBizA Today you have a full day at disposal to enjoy the beach, discover some secret retreats in Ibiza or go for party in the evening. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 13 iBizA Breakfast in your hotel and free time until your transfer to the airport for your return home. End of our services.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Madrid Regente hotel 3* Seville Eurostars Regina 3* Málaga Eurostars Astoria 3* Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Ibiza Algarb 3* SUPERIOR: Madrid Opera hotel 4* Seville Las Casas de la Juderia 4* Málaga Nh Malaga 4* Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Ibiza Torre del Mar 4*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.371
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.251
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.793
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT DOMESTIC TICkETS NOT INCLUDED: - Malaga - barcelona:
from 193 EUR pp
- barcelona - Ibiza:
from 116 EUR pp
The price includes: - Accommodation in bed and breakfast basis, in hotels listed below for 12 nights - private transfer in Madrid from airport to accommodation - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Madrid - 2nd class train tickets Madrid - seville - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in seville - 2nd class train tickets seville - Malaga - Malaga 1 day touristic bus tickets - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Barcelona - half day sic excursion to Montserrat with english speaking guide from Barcelona - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in ibiza - private transfer in ibiza from accommodation to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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dAY 4 BArcelonA - GrAnAdA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, private transfer to Barcelona airport and take a flight destination Granada. Arrival and private transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Granada
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urbantourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 5 GrAnAdA - seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning enjoy the Alhambra Palace and Generalife shared Tour and with your English Speaking official guide learn about one of the most visited monuments in the world. Its construction was begun by the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty: Mohammed Ibn Alhamar, in the XI Century, at the red hill known as Assabic, which overlooks Granada. The fortress or alcazaba was built in first place, and afterwards, the Royal Palace and the highest part of the Alhambra which became the court member residence. Later on, Charles V commissioned a palace to be built at the same site. We shall visit the most important halls and courtyards of the Alhambra including the Patio de los Arrayanes (myrtle courtyard), the Patio de los Leones (lion courtyard), the Salon of the Embajadores (ambassador´s hall), and the Sala de los Abencerrajes, which was the scene of a tragic legend. In addition, we shall also visit the Alcazaba or fortress, the royal baths, the partial gardens and the palace of Charles the Fifth. The
visit will then continue to the Generalife, situated next to the Alhambra, and which was a place of leisure and recreation for the Moorish kings of Granada. The Generalife contains magnificent gardens with many varied sorts of flowers and fountains, described by the poet the hidden water weeps. The visit includes two further courtyards, the Patio de la Acequia and the Patio de la Sultana. Transportation in air conditioning motor coaches and entrance fees are included. In the afternoon, make your way to the railway station, and take a train destination Seville. Overnight in Seville dAY 6 seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the
dAY 3 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. The Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. The price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Overnight in Barcelona.
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Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the 1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville. dAY 7 seville - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning make your way to the bus station. Departure to Lisbon. Arrival in the afternoon and overnight in Lisbon. entrance & Port Wine Tasting. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 9 lisBon - porTo Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning make your way to the railway station and take a train destination Porto. Arrival and check in the hotel. Overnight in Porto.
dAY 8 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Today discover this magnificent city. We would like to unveil our history and traditions taking you to the Monuments of the Portuguese Discoveries, our most typical quarter and emblematic city museum. Don’t lose this great introduction to Lisbon. Major Sights: Jerónimos’ Monastery*, Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Coach Museum*, Alfama e Rossio. * Both closed on Monday replaced by Palacio da Ajuda Includes: Guided visits, Coach Museum
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dAY 10 porTo Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning Depart from your hotel to go sightseeing into Boavista, on the sea side, and "Foz" towards the historical center. Visit S. Francisco Church, the Stock Exchange Palace, pass Mouzinho da Silveira Street, and take a short stop to enjoy the magnificent tiles panels at S. Bento Railway Station. Continue on to the Cathedral, and
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afterwards, visit one of the Port cellars at Vila Nova de Gaia, which includes wine tasting. Cross the lower platform of King Luís Bridge and head on towards Porto city. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Porto.
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dAY 11 porTo - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning private transfer to Porto airport. Take a flight destination Madrid. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 12 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. This tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 13 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Departing from Madrid in an air conditioned motor coach and conducted by an official guide. Upon arrival we start with a panoramic walking tour of Toledo, entering to the old quarters to visit the Plaza del
Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Granada Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* Sevilla Palacio de Villapanés 5* Lisbon Tivoli 5* Porto Sheraton and Spa 5* Madrid Villa Magna 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190515
Ayuntamiento, and admire the facade of the impressive Primate Cathedral, the old Palace of Justice and the City Hall. We´ll continue our walk through the old Jewish quarter with its narrow streets to visit the Church of St. Tomé, with the very famous painting of El Greco "The Burial of Count Orgaz", the old Synagogue of Ste. Maria la Blanca, which remain as a symbol of the coexistence of the "Three Cultures", Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, and the house Museum Victorio Macho, located over River Tagus with outstanding views. The house holds works of the famous sculptor and here we´ll see a short audiovisual movie about the city. We´ll also visit a typical factory of Damasquino, well known handicraft art of Toledo. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 14 MAdrid Breakfast in your hotel and free time until your transfer to the airport for your return home. End of our services.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Granada Dauro Hotel 3* Seville Eurostars Regina 3* Lisbon HF Fenix Garden Hotel 3* Porto HF Tuela 3* Madrid Regente 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Granada Center Hotel 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Lisbon HF Fenix Hotel 4* Porto Eurostars Porto 4* Madrid Opera 4*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.876
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.781
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.001
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190528 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.100
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.994
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.358
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190530 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.741
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.604
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.386
The price includes: - Accommodation in bed and breakfast basis, in hotels listed below for 13 nights - Airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary (railway station transfers noT included) - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - Montserrat sic half day excursion - 2nd class flight tickets from Barcelona to Granada - Granada sic tour Alhambra and Generalife - 2nd class train tickets from Granada to seville - seville sic panoramic tour half day - Bus tickets from seville to lisbon - lisbon sic half day panoramic tour - 2nd class train tickets from lisbon to porto - porto sic half day panoramic tour - 2nd class flight tickets from porto to Madrid - Madrid sic half day panoramic tour - Toledo sic half day excursion - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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dAY 9 MArBellA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning make your way to the railway station and take a train destination Porto. Arrival and check in the hotel. Overnight in Porto. dAY 10 MArBellA Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the city at your own pace. Overnight in Marbella.
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urbantourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona.
yourself be transported! Hopping on and off at the different stops during the validity of the ticket (24 hours) and receiving information in eight languages, the traveler approaches to an unforgettable and essential city like Valencia. Overnight in Valencia. dAY 5 vAlenciA - iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. A private transfer will take you to the port. Take the ferry destination Ibiza. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Ibiza.
dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Join the Bus Touristic. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decked buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Touristic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 11 MArBellA - seville Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Seville. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville.
dAY 3 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Day free at disposal for shopping and leisure. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 6 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the city at your own pace. Overnight in Ibiza.
dAY 4 BArcelonA - vAlenciA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the train station and take a train destination Valencia. Discover Valencia at your own pace in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Valencia's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like combining 2 different tourist routes, 90 min. each one: A. Historical Valencia and B. Maritime Valencia with the same ticket....let
dAY 7 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel.Day at leisure for you to enjoy the city at your own pace Overnight in Ibiza.
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dAY 8 iBizA - MArBellA After breakfast, private transfer to the airport. Take a flight destination MĂĄlaga (NOT included in the rate). Arrival and private transfer to your hotel in Marbella. Overnight in Marbella.
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quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid.
dAY 12 seville Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a Full day coach Tour to discover amazing Seville. We will start exploring the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory, the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition, San Telmo Palace, e Golden Tower, Isabel II bridge. We will then discover Santa Cruz, the famous Jewish quarter: a labyrinth of narrow streets which lead to the gorgeous Plaza de los Venerables. We will visit the Royal Alcazares, a World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding remaining examples of Mudéjar architecture, and the Cathedral of Seville, the largest gothic cathedral of the world. Free time at leisure. In the afternoon we will visit the Bullring with the taurine museum of the Real Maestranza. We will continue by minibus with a lovely sightseeing tour of the famous neighborhood of Triana, old sailors’ and potters’ neighborhood and we will visit the Basilica Macarena. Finally we will end our Seville tour with a wonderful boat trip along the Guadalquivir River. Overnight in Seville. dAY 13 seville - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the train station and take the train destination Madrid. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 14 MAdrid After breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour performed with air conditioned motor coaches we'll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons
DELUXE:
Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Valencia Hospes Palau de la Mar 5* Ibiza Grand Hotel 5* Marbella Don Carlos Leisure & Spa 5* Sevilla Palacio de Villapanés 5* Madrid Villa Real hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190461 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.796
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.706
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.874
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190474 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.929
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.832
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.086
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190475 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
3.036
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.883
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.856
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
dAY 15 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Madrid. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Valencia: Petit Palace Germanias 3* Ibiza: Hotel Algarb 3* Marbella Oh Marbella Inn 3* Sevilla Derby hotel 3* Madrid Regente hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Valencia Center 4* Ibiza Torre del Mar hotel 4* Marbella Guadalmina 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Madrid Opera hotel 4*
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed with daily buffet breakfast during 14 nights - private transfer in Barcelona from airport to hotel - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Barcelona to valencia - 1 day touristic tickets in valencia - private transfer in valencia from hotel to port - Ferry tickets from valencia to ibiza - private transfers in & out ibiza - private transfer from Malaga airport to Marbella - 2nd class high speed train tickets from Málaga to seville - sic seville full day city tour (entrance fees not included) - 2nd class high speed train tickets from seville to Madrid - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - private transfer in Madrid from hotel to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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dAY 1 MAdrid Arrival in the capital of Spain, Madrid! Magerit, land rich in water. is is how the Arabs called this area on the central plain of the Iberian Peninsula, close to Sierra de Guadarrama, where King Phillip II of Spain later established the royal court.e beginning of the vibrant city we nowadays call Madrid. Located at the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula, is the largest city of Spain and a cosmopolitan and welcoming city. Madrid became the capital of Spain in 1561 under King Philip II and has preserved a very rich cultural and monumental heritage. As the seat of government and residence of the Spanish monarch, Madrid is also the country´s political center. e streets of Madrid are a true reflection of its history, from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city, with the most modern innovative buildings of the Castellana Avenue. Discover Madrid highlights under its different historical periods, the Madrid of the Habsburg epoch through the squares Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; Madrid of the Bourbon period, gazing at the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), the Teatro Real (Madrid’s opera house), the Museo del Prado (El Prado Museum), the Puerta de Alcalá (triumphal arch) and the city’s beautiful fountains of Neptuno and Cibeles and the latest urban development’s like the aristocratic quarter of Salamanca, where distinguished designers have their boutiques in Madrid and the most modern buildings along the elegant avenue of La Castellana,
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which leads to the city’s financial quarter, with the Torre Picasso (tower) or the Estadio del Bernabéu (Real Madrid’s stadium). Madrid has developed an intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife with choices for everyone. Visitors shouldn´t miss e Art Route and visit at least one of the following three museums: the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, among the most important art galleries in the world. For visitors, finding out that Madrid is one of Europe´s greenest capitals is a great surprise! Madrid´s parks and gardens are the best place to enjoy the sun, go for walks, go rowing, watch street shows and admire monuments. e Buen Retiro Park, e Royal Botanical Garden, Campo del Moro and Sabatini Gardens; Casa de Campo and Madrid Rio are among the most famous and popular parks. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time at leisure to rest or take a look around Madrid. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 2 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old
Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. is tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. In the afternoon we may suggest a visit to one of the three most important art galleries in the world, the Prado Museum, the yssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum, or a visit to the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings. Overnight in Madrid.
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dAY 3 MAdrid - seville Breakfast and train ride to Seville. e old streets, the river Guadalquivir and all the magic rhythm of the flamenco dance will allow to take with us an eternal remembrance back home. Arrival in the afternoon and overnight in Seville. dAY 4 seville In the morning join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the 1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Overnight in Seville.
dAY 5 seville - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own to the railway station and take a train destination Málaga.
Market, one of the best markets in the world. Overnight in Barcelona.
Check in hotel and time for you to enjoy Malaga’s most important monuments and museums: e Central Market (Atarazanas), the Plaza de la Constitucion and calle Larios, at the very heart of the city and from where there is the choice of the best bars and stores. e Manquita, that is as well as they know the malagueños its Cathedral, the Alcazaba (fortress-palace antecedent of the Alhambra), the Roman eatre. Overnight in Málaga. dAY 6 MálAGA After breakfast, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at e Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and re-construction work of an ancient structure. e amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. e nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Málaga.
dAY 8 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Morning free for personal activities. In the afternoon join a half day shared tour to discover Barcelona´s greatest artistic treasures. Gaudi, one of the greatest innovators of his time, has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourist to discover in Barcelona. is Artistic Tour of Barcelona starts along Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi´s famous apartment buildings including Casa Batllò and La Pedrera; then enjoy a 30 minute visit at Gaudi´s bizarre Parc Güell which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keep an eye on your watch, it´s easy to get lost in the whimsical design of this bizarre but compelling public park. Continue to the La Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) Cathedral, Gaudi´s unfinished masterpiece which is Barcelona´s most famous landmark, where you will stop for around 30 minutes. You will also visit Barcelona´s famous Sta. María del Mar, the only gothic church in Catalonia completely finished. e tour ends near the Picasso Museum which exhibits works from the blue and pink periods of the world-famous painter. You can choose either coming back to the bus terminal, or remain in the Picasso Museum coming back by yourself (ticket not included). Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 9 BArcelonA After breakfast , start a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most
dAY 7 MálAGA - BArcelonA After breakfast, make your own way to the airport, in order to take a flight destination Barcelona. Arrival and rest of the day at leisure. You can enjoy the city walking around the Ramblas, the Gothic quarter, and Plaza Catalunya. We suggest you to visit the Boqueria
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dAYs 12 vAlenciA - iBizA After breakfast free time until flight to Ibiza. Arrival and make your way to your selected hotel. Rest of day is at leisure for you to start discovering this unique island. Overnight in Ibiza.
important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 13 iBizA Breakfast at the hotel. A full day excursion allowing you to discover what has made this White Island internationally famous. Charming enclaves, beautiful beaches and sites of cultural interest are all included on this guided bus tour. A stop for lunch (not included in the price) will be made. e Wednesday excursion will include a visit to the Hippy Market at Es Cana and on Saturday the market of Las Dallas, San Carlos is included. Overnight in Ibiza.
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Madrid Villa Real hotel 5* Seville Palacio de Villapanés 5* Málaga Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Valencia Hospes Palau de la Mar 5* Ibiza Gran Hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190476 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.362
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.293
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.178
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190477 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.785
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.695
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
2.854
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190478
dAYs 10 BArcelonA - vAlenciA After breakfast enjoy your last hours in Barcelona untill it´s time to go the train station. Arrive in Valencia. Check in the hotel. Don´t miss a unique opportunity to enjoy a delicious Paella for lunch in its home land! Overnight in Valencia. dAYs 11 vAlenciA Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Valencia at your own pace in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Valencia's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like combining 2 different tourist routes, 90 min. each one: A. Historical Valencia and B. Maritime Valencia with the same ticket.... let yourself be transported! Hopping on and off at the different stops during the validity of the ticket (24 hours) and receiving information in eight languages, the traveler approaches to an unforgettable and essential city like Valencia. Overnight in Valencia.
DELUXE:
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.665
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.532
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.263
DOMESTIC TICkETS NOT INCLUDED: - Malaga - barcelona: - barcelona - Ibiza:
dAY 14 iBizA Today you have a full day at disposal to enjoy the beach, discover some secret retreats in Ibiza or go for party in the evening. Overnight in Ibiza. dAY 15 iBizA Breakfast in your hotel and free time until your transfer to the airport for your return home. End of our services.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Madrid Regente hotel 3* Seville Derby 3* Málaga Eurostars Astoria 3* Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Valencia Nh Villacarlos 3* Ibiza Algarb 3* SUPERIOR: Madrid Opera hotel 4* Seville Las Casas de la Juderia 4* Málaga Nh Malaga 4* Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Valencia AC hotel 4 Ibiza Torre del Mar 4*
from 193 EUR pp from 116 EUR pp
The price includes: - private transfer in Madrid from airport to accommodation - Accommodation in bed and breakfast basis, in hotels listed - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Madrid - 2nd class train tickets Madrid – seville - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in seville - 2nd class train tickets seville - Malaga - Malaga touristic bus 1 day tickets - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in Barcelona - half day sic excursion to Montserrat with english speaking guide from Barcelona - 2nd class train tickets Barcelona - valencia - Touristic bus 1 day tickets in valencia - half day sic city tour with english speaking guide in ibiza - private transfer in ibiza from accommodation to airport - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the 1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville.
dAY 1 lisBon Arrival in Lisbon. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Lisbon, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 2 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, join a half day panoramic tour and discover this magnificent city. We would like to unveil our history and traditions taking you to the Monuments of the Portuguese Discoveries, our most typical quarter and emblematic city museum. Don’t lose this great
introduction to Lisbon. Major Sights: Jerónimos’ Monastery*, Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Coach Museum*, Alfama e Rossio. (* Both closed on Monday replaced by Palacio da Ajuda). Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 3 lisBon - seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to Lisbon bus station, and take a bus destination Seville. Arrival in the afternoon. Overnight in Seville. dAY 4 seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav
dAY 5 seville - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to Seville railway station. A train ride will take you to your next destination: Malaga. In the afternoon, enjoy a hop on / hop off tour. Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its 2 rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum! You'll get the
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chance to see all of this on your City Sightseeing bus tour of Malaga. Enjoy panoramic views of the city as City Sightseeing highlights all of the best attractions and features that Malaga has to offer. With your 24 hour valid ticket you can hop on and off at your leisure at stops conveniently located along the route. Hop off at The Teatro Romano which is the result of excavation work and re-construction work of an ancient structure. The amphitheatre itself has not been used since 3rd century and the Moors used some of the stones to build their fortification, the Alcazaba. The nearby Alcazaba also offers a museum, pleasant gardens and fantastic views. While in the vicinity, visit Castillo de Gibralfaro for a look at the ramparts and more breath-taking views. Overnight in Malaga.
dAY 7 Fez Breakfast at the hotel. e whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital : the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque. In the afternoon, visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Overnight in Fez. dAY 6 MálAGA - Fez Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the morning private transfer to Algeciras and take the ferry destination Tangier. Arrival, meet and greet by our local team and transfer to Fez. Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Fez.
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dAY 8 Fez - MArrAkech After breakfast, departure to Marrakesh passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. Late arrival at Marrakech and overnight.
dAY 9 MArrAkech Breakfast at the hotel. The entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called «the pearl of the south". The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items end of the visit by the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its non stop entertainment. Return to the hotel and overnight.
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dAY 10 MArrAkech - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning transfer to Marrakech airport. Take a flight destination Madrid. Arrival, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 11 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Today join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. is tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 12 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure for shopping and personal activities. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 13 MAdrid - BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to the railway station and take a train destination Barcelona. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 14 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 15 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving
DELUXE:
Lisbon Tivoli 5* Seville Palacio de Villapanés 5* Malaga: Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* Fez Zalagh Parc Palace 5* Sofitel Marrakech 5* Madrid Villa Real 5* Barcelona Majestic hotel 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190531
through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 16 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Barcelona. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Lisbon HF Fenix Garden Hotel 3* Seville Eurostars Regina 3* Malaga: Eurostars Astoria 3* Fez Inn 3* Marrakech Riad El Farah 3* Madrid Regente 3* Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Lisbon HF Fenix Hotel 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Malaga NH Hotel 4* Volubilis Fez 4* Marrakech Ryad Mogador Opera 4* Madrid Opera 4* Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4*
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.480
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.357
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.968
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190533 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.668
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.534
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.269
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190534 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
3.383
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
3.213
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
5.412
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotels listed on bed and breakfast basis during 15 nights - private airport transfers (railway station transfers noT included) - sic half day tour in lisbon - Bus tickets from lisbon to seville - sic half day tour in seville - 2nd class train tickets from seville to Malaga - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Malaga - private transfer from Malaga to Algeciras port - Ferry tickets from Algeciras to Tangier - Airport transfers in Morocco - Full day visit of Tangier with english speaking local guide - Full day visit of Marrakech with english speaking local guide - Flight tickets from Marrakech to Madrid (tourist class) - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - 2nd class train tickets from Madrid to Barcelona - sic Barcelona half day panoramic tour - sic Montserrat half day excursion - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Seville. dAY 5 seville - GrAnAdA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to Seville railway station. A train ride will take you to your next destination: Granada.
dAY 1 lisBon Arrival in Lisbon. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Lisbon, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 2 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, join a half day panoramic tour and discover this magnificent city. We would like to unveil our history and traditions taking you to the Monuments of the Portuguese Discoveries, our most typical quarter and emblematic city museum. Don’t lose this great introduction to Lisbon. Major Sights: Jerónimos’ Monastery*, Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Coach Museum*, Alfama e Rossio. (* Both closed on Monday replaced by Palacio da Ajuda). Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 3 lisBon - seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to Lisbon bus station, and take a bus destination Seville. Arrival in the afternoon. Overnight in Seville.
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dAY 4 seville Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then
At the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, between the rivers Darro and Genil, lies one of the most interesting cities in Eastern Andalusia. As well as its impressive Al-Andalus heritage, there are Renaissance architectural gems and the most modern facilities, fit for the 21st century. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Granada. dAY 6 GrAnAdA - córdoBA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning Enjoy the Alhambra Palace and Generalife shared Tour and with your English Speaking official guide learn about one of the most visited monuments in the world. Its construction was begun by the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty: Mohammed Ibn Alhamar, in the XI Century, at the red hill known as Assabic,
see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the
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which overlooks Granada. e fortress or alcazaba was built in first place, and afterwards, the Royal Palace and the highest part of the Alhambra which became the court member residence. Later on, Charles V commissioned a palace to be built at the same site. We shall visit the most important halls and courtyards of the Alhambra including the Patio de los Arrayanes (myrtle courtyard), the Patio de los Leones (lion courtyard), the Salon of the Embajadores (ambassador´s hall), and the Sala de los Abencerrajes, which was the scene of a tragic legend. In addition, we shall also visit the Alcazaba or fortress, the royal baths, the partial gardens and the palace of Charles the Fifth. e visit will then continue to the Generalife, situated next to the Alhambra, and which was a place of leisure and recreation for the Moorish kings of Granada. e Generalife contains magnificent gardens with many varied sorts of flowers and fountains, described by the poet the hidden water weeps. e visit includes two further courtyards, the Patio de la Acequia and the Patio de la Sultana. Transportation in air conditioning motor coaches and entrance fees are included. In the afternoon, take a train destination Cordoba. Arrival and overnight in Cordoba.
alleyways, squares and white-washed courtyards surrounding the Great Mosque-Cathedral, which reflects the importance of the city in the Middle Ages, and is the symbol of the city. In the afternoon, make your own way to Cordoba railway station. A train ride will take you to your next destination: Malaga. Arrival and overnight in Malaga.
dAY 7 córdoBA - MálAGA Breakfast at the hotel. Join a morning guided Cordoba´s Walking Tour visiting the Synagogue, Jewish Quarter and Mosque-Cathedral. is thousand-year-old city, which has the World Heritage designation, is a living legacy of the different cultures that settled here throughout its history. Not many places in the world can say they have been the capital of Hispania Ulterior (Further Spain) under the Roman Empire, and capital of the Umayyad Caliphate. is splendour can also be seen because of the intellectualism of this city of knowledge, where figures like Seneca, Averroes or Maimonides were born. Walking round the old quarter you will discover a beautiful network of
dAY 9 Fez Breakfast at the hotel. e whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital : the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque. In the afternoon, visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Overnight in Fez.
dAY 8 MálAGA - Fez Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the morning private transfer to Algeciras and take the ferry destination Tangier. Arrival, meet and greet by our local team and transfer to Fez. Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Fez.
non stop entertainment. Return to the hotel and overnight.
dAY 10 Fez - MArrAkech After breakfast, departure to Marrakesh passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. Late arrival at Marrakech and overnight. dAY 11 MArrAkech Breakfast at the hotel. The entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called «the pearl of the south". The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items end of the visit by the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its
dAY 12 MArrAkech - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning transfer to Marrakech airport. Take a flight destination Madrid. Arrival, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 13 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Today join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. This tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid.
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dAY 14 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure for shopping and personal activities. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 15 MAdrid - BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to the railway station and take a train destination Barcelona. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 16 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stops- and...Let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 17 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to
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Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 18 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Barcelona. Free time at leisure for personal activities or shopping until it’s time for the private transfer to the airport.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190566 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.778
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.640
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.445
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190567 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.930
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.784
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.688
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190568 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
3.623
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
3.442
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
5.796
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
The price includes:
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Lisbon HF Fenix Garden Hotel 3* Seville Eurostars Regina 3* Cordoba: Eurostars Maimonides 3* Granada: Dauro 3* Malaga: Eurostars Astoria 3* Fez Inn 3* Marrakech Riad El Farah 3* Madrid Regente 3* Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* SUPERIOR: Lisbon HF Fenix Hotel 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Cordoba: EXE Conquistador 4* Granada: Maciá Condor 4* Malaga NH Hotel 4* Volubilis Fez 4* Marrakech Ryad Mogador Opera 4* Madrid Opera 4* Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* DELUXE: Lisbon Tivoli 5* Seville Palacio de Villapanés 5* Cordoba Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* Granada: Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* Malaga: Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* Fez Zalagh Parc Palace 5* Sofitel Marrakech 5* Madrid Villa Real 5* Barcelona Majestic hotel 5*
- Accommodation in hotels listed on bed and breakfast basis during 17 nights - private airport transfers (railway station transfers noT included) - sic half day tour in lisbon - Bus tickets from lisbon to seville - sic half day tour in seville - 2nd class train tickets from seville to Granada - sic walking tour in Granada - 2nd class train tickets from Granada to cordoba - sic walking tour in cordoba - 2nd class train tickets from cordoba to Malaga - private transfer from Malaga to Algeciras port - Ferry tickets from Algeciras to Tangier - Airport transfers in Morocco - Full day visit of Tangier with english speaking local guide - Full day visit of Marrakech with english speaking local guide - Flight tickets from Marrakech to Madrid (tourist class) - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - 2nd class train tickets from Madrid to Barcelona - sic Barcelona half day panoramic tour - sic Montserrat half day excursion - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Montjuic Hill where the 1992 Olympic Ring is located and Tibidabo mountain that houses the oldest amusement park in the city and was featured in the Woody Allen film, Vicky Cristina Barcelona. Meet and greet at the airport and private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Day at leisure to rest or take a look around Barcelona, one of the main urban-tourism destinations in the whole world and one of Europe´s most attractive and dynamic cities. Overnight in Barcelona.
dAY 1 BArcelonA Arrival in Barcelona. Located on the northeast coast, facing the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia, a region with its own language. Barcelona has a warm and pleasant climate, with mild, humid winters and warm, dry summers. Founded by the Romans and conquered by the Visigoths in the early 5th century, becoming for a few years the capital of all Hispania. After being captured by the Arabs in the early 8th century, it was conquered in 801 by Charlemagne´s son, becoming later part of the Crown of Aragon, which ruled the western Mediterranean Sea with outlying territories in Naples, Sicily and as far as Athens in the 13th century. After the discovery of the Americas the financial importance of Barcelona´s Mediterranean trade was significantly reduced. Barcelona was a Republican stronghold during the Spanish Civil War. With the reinstatement of democracy in 1978, Barcelona regained its economic strength and international renown with the hosting of the 1992 Olympic Games. Strolling through the streets of Barcelona will surprise you at every step you take. Pedestrian streets in the old quarters, green spaces, and a varied waterfront reflect the city´s dynamic spirit. In the Gothic Quarter you´ll find the impressive cathedral and the array of spectacular buildings such as the Regional Parliament and the City Hall. La Rambla, one of best places to watch Barcelona´s bustling life, is a tree-lined pedestrian street connecting Plaça de Catalunya in the centre with the Christopher Columbus Monument at Port Vell (old port). Main modernist buildings designed by genius architech Antoni Gaudí such as La Pedrera, Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família church are to be found in L´Eixample. e places to admire best panoramic views of the city are Park Güell, a UNESCO World Heritage site designed by Gaudí,
dAY 2 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Today discover Barcelona in the funniest and easiest way on double decker buses. Explore Barcelona's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like at any of the 44 tour stops. Combine 3 different tourist tours with the same ticket -you have six transfer stopsand...let yourself be transported! Overnight in Barcelona. dAY 3 BArcelonA Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a morning half day shared guided tour in fully equipped coaches to Montserrat Monastery and mountain. After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,235 meters). Next, visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. e Royal Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for hundreds of years. On some days the children´s choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances. e price includes a taste of 4 typical liquors of Montserrat and entrance free to Audiovisual Montserrat Portes Endins. Overnight in Barcelona.
on double decker buses. Explore Valencia's most interesting and attractive sights. You can get on and off the Bus Turistic as many times and for as long as you like combining 2 different tourist routes, 90 min. each one: A. Historical Valencia and B. Maritime Valencia with the same ticket....let yourself be transported! Hopping on and off at the different stops during the validity of the ticket (24 hours) and receiving information in eight languages, the traveler approaches to an unforgettable and essential city like Valencia. Overnight in Valencia. dAY 6 vAlenciA - córdoBA After breakfast, make your own way to the railway station and take a train destination Cordoba.
dAY 4 BArcelonA - vAlenciA Breakfast at the hotel. is morning make your own way to the railway station and take a train destination Valencia. Arrival and enjoy some free time in this Mediterranean place by the sea. Do not miss to taste the delicious and typical paella! Overnight in Valencia. dAY 5 vAlenciA Breakfast at the hotel. Today discover Valencia at your own pace in the funniest and easiest way
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Arrival in the afternoon to this amazing city with an impressive cultural and monumental patrimony. Overnight in Cordoba. dAY 7 córdoBA - GrAnAdA After breakfast, join a morning guided Cordoba´s Walking Tour visiting the Synagogue, Jewish Quarter and Mosque-Cathedral. is thousandyear-old city, which has the World Heritage designation, is a living legacy of the different cultures that settled here throughout its history. Not many places in the world can say they have been the capital of Hispania Ulterior (Further Spain) under the Roman Empire, and capital of the Umayyad Caliphate. is splendour can also
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de los Arrayanes (myrtle courtyard), the Patio de los Leones (lion courtyard), the Salon of the Embajadores (ambassador´s hall), and the Sala de los Abencerrajes, which was the scene of a tragic legend. In addition, we shall also visit the Alcazaba or fortress, the royal baths, the partial gardens and the palace of Charles the Fifth. e visit will then continue to the Generalife, situated next to the Alhambra, and which was a place of leisure and recreation for the Moorish kings of Granada. e Generalife contains magnificent gardens with many varied sorts of flowers and fountains, described by the poet the hidden water weeps. e visit includes two further courtyards, the Patio de la Acequia and the Patio de la Sultana. Transportation in air conditioning motor coaches and entrance fees are included. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Granada. dAY 9 GrAnAdA - seville After breakfast , make your own way to the railway station and take a train destination Seville. Arrival and check in the hotel. Joy is perhaps the word that best sums up the essence of Seville joy. A city of nearly 3000 years of history that falls in love for the lifestyle of its inhabitants, an open and hospitable people who know how to enjoy and share every moment. Overnight in Seville.
be seen because of the intellectualism of this city of knowledge, where figures like Seneca, Averroes or Maimonides were born. Walking round the old quarter you will discover a beautiful network of alleyways, squares and white-washed courtyards surrounding the Great Mosque-Cathedral, which reflects the importance of the city in the Middle Ages, and is the symbol of the city. In the afternoon, departure by train to Granada. Arrival and overnight in Granada. dAY 8 GrAnAdA Breakfast at the hotel. is morning enjoy the Alhambra Palace and Generalife shared Tour and with your English Speaking official guide learn about one of the most visited monuments in the world. Its construction was begun by the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty: Mohammed Ibn Alhamar, in the XI Century, at the red hill known as Assabic, which overlooks Granada. e fortress or alcazaba was built in first place, and afterwards, the Royal Palace and the highest part of the Alhambra which became the court member residence. Later on, Charles V commissioned a palace to be built at the same site. We shall visit the most important halls and courtyards of the Alhambra including the Patio
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dAY 10 seville After breakfast join a Group and sightseeing Tour and discover the most emblematic monuments of Seville by minibus: the University, the Old Tabac
Factory scene of the story of Carmen, Bizet’s famous character. We will then see the Plaza de España, the centerpiece of the 1929 Iberoamerican Exposition followed by the famous building known as the Queen Sewingbox “El Costurero de la Reina”, San Telmo Palace and Triana neighborhood. We will then continue with a lovely Guadalquivir River Cruise where you can enjoy a new perspective to view the city: the Golden Tower, the famous Betis street, the Maestranza Bullring, Triana bridge - the oldest in the city, designed by none other than Gustav Eiffel himself, more modern bridges and the Pavilions built during the 1992 Exposition. Close by also we’ll see the famous Isla de la Cartuja and its Monastery where Cristopher Colombus lived for some years. Overnight in Seville. dAY 11 seville - lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your own way to the bus station, and take a bus destination Lisbon. Arrival in the afternoon. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 12 lisBon After breakfast , start a panoramic tour and discover this magnificent city. We would like to unveil our history and traditions taking you to the Monuments of the Portuguese Discoveries, our most typical quarter and emblematic city museum. Don’t lose this great introduction to Lisbon. Major Sights: Jerónimos’ Monastery*, Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Coach Museum*, Alfama e Rossio. * Both closed on Monday replaced by Palacio da Ajuda. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Lisbon. dAY 13 lisBon Breakfast at the hotel. Free day for personal activities. Overnight in Lisbon.
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dAY 14 lisBon - porTo Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, make your way to the railway station and take a train destination Porto. Arrival and check in the hotel. Overnight in Porto. dAY 15 porTo Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning enjoy an interesting city tour: Visit the beautiful and mysterious lady, one of the most ancient cities of Europe with plenty os historic and cultural memories. A unique and unforgettable tour through the “Bairro da Sé”, the heart of ancient PORTO of medieval roots. We end this unforgettable tour in the famous wine cellar “CAVES CROFT”, in the historical heart of VILA NOVA DE GAIA in an atmosphere that will take you in a journey to the past. Overnight in Porto.
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walking tour of Toledo, entering to the old quarters to visit the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, and admire the facade of the impressive Primate Cathedral, the old Palace of Justice and the City Hall. We´ll continue our walk through the old Jewish quarter with its narrow streets to visit the Church of St. Tomé, with the very famous painting of El Greco "e Burial of Count Orgaz", the old Synagogue of Ste. Maria la Blanca, which remain as a symbol of the coexistence of the "ree Cultures", Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, and the house Museum Victorio Macho, located over River Tagus with outstanding views. e house holds works of the famous sculptor and here we´ll see a short audiovisual movie about the city. We´ll also visit a typical factory of Damasquino, well known handicraft art of Toledo. Overnight in Madrid.
dAY 16 porTo - MAdrid After breakfast, private transfer to Porto airport. Take a flight destination Madrid. At your arrival, private transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 17 MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Today join a Madrid shared sightseeing tour, the best tour to get acquainted with the city. We´ll see the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert official guide who will explain about the monuments and its history. During the different historical periods the city grown from the old Habsburg and Bourbons quarters to the present city: Gran Vía, Plaza de España, University, Moncloa, Habsburg old quarter, calle Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Puerta de Alcalá, the bull ring, Columbus square with a brief stop at Madrid Hard Rock Café for a free soft drink refreshment, Paseo de la Castellana and the Real Madrid stadium Santiago Bernabeu (Tour of the stadium available), Plaza Castilla, Fountain of Cibeles, and back to the bus terminal. is tour is performed with air conditioning motor coaches and conducted by official guides. Rest of the day free at your disposal. Overnight in Madrid. dAY 18 MAdrid After breakfast, depart from Madrid in an air conditioned motor coach and conducted by an official guide. Upon arrival we start with a panoramic
DELUXE:
Barcelona Majestic hotel 5* Valencia Hospes Palau de la mar 5* Cordoba Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* Granada Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* Seville Palacio de Villapanés 5* Lisbon Tivoli 5* Porto: Sheraton Porto and Spa 5* Madrid Villa Real 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 3*) - ST00190535 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.930
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.832
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.087
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4*) - ST00190536 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.079
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
1.975
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
3.326
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*) - ST00190537 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
2.778
TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
2.638
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
4.445
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 0-5 YEARS: 90% DISCOUNT 6-11 YEARS: 20% DISCOUNT
dAY 19 MAdrid Breakfast in your hotel and free time until your transfer to the airport for your return home. End of our services.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Barcelona HCC Open hotel 3* Valencia NH Villacarlos 3* Cordoba: Eurostars Maimonides 3* Granada Dauro 3* Seville Eurostars Regina 3* Lisbon HF Fenix Garden Hotel 3* Porto HF Tuela 3* Madrid Regente 3* SUPERIOR: Barcelona HCC St Moritz 4* Valencia Petit Palace Germanias 4* Cordoba EXE Conquistador 4* Granada Center 4* Sevilla Petit Palace Marqués de Santa Ana 4* Lisbon HF Fenix Hotel 4* Porto Eurostars das Artes 4* Madrid Opera 4*
The price includes: - Accommodation in bed and breakfast basis, in hotels listed below for 18 nights - Airport transfers (railway station transfers noT included) - 1 day bus touristic tickets in Barcelona - sic half day excursion to Montserrat - 2nd class train tickets from Barcelona to valencia - 1 day bus touristic tickets in valencia - 2nd class train tickets from valencia to cordoba - cordoba shared walking tour half day - 2nd class train tickets from cordoba to Granada - Granada shared visit to Alhambra palace and Generalife - 2nd class train tickets from Granada to seville - sic half day panoramic tour in seville - Bus tickets from seville to lisbon - sic half day panoramic tour in lisbon - 2nd class train tickets from lisbon to porto - sic half day panoramic tour in porto - Flight from porto to Madrid (tourist class) - sic half day panoramic tour in Madrid - sic half day excursion to Toledo - complete travel documents for your stay - round the clock 24 h telephone assistance in english during your trip
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Hospes hotels oer a nice boutique accommodation in the center of the cities for a really aordable price. With these interesting conditions, we have built a series of itineraries which are including a number of extra services like private transfers, local guides or train tickets to create a complete program with great added value. We are proud to say that all tours listed are exclusively to find in Spaintop
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A journey to remember: learn our exciting history and passion for life visiting Madrid, the Spanish capital, and two splendid cities of Andalucía in south Spain: Seville and Granada. Discover these three impressive cities at your own pace, with the help of expert local guides in each city, offering the maximum possible flexibility, deciding when and how to explore in as much depth as you please. dAY 1 MAdrid Welcome to Spain! Arrive in Madrid and private transfer to your hotel. Check in your hotel and rest of the day at your disposal dAY 2 MAdrid Enjoy a private tour with your local guide that will take you through the narrow and winding streets of the Habsburg´s quarter, the oldest part of Madrid, discovering old palaces and convents hidden behind walls, the surviving signs of what Madrid once was when first became the capital in the 16th century, a period in which Spain experienced its Golden Age. Walking through its alleys and passageways, will take you back to the times of swashbuckling swordsmen and medieval rogues. Immerse in our fascinating history observing the people around the most emblematic streets and squares such as the Cuchilleros Street, Cava Baja Street, Mayor Street, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and admiring the simplicity of its monuments which typical architectural style ranges from the late Renaissance to the early Baroque: Arco de Cuchilleros, Colegiata de San Isidro, Basilica de San Miguel and La Encarnación Monastery. You will also see newer landmarks like the Royal eater, Mercado de San Miguel (small market that has become a gourmet mecca, home to 33 stalls selling mouth-watering products), and the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings. Rest of the day free at leisure dAY 3 MAdrid - seville Breakfast, check out from your hotel in Madrid and make your way to the railway station to enjoy a high speed train ride that will take you very comfortably to Seville.
On arrival check in your hotel in Seville. In the evening discover our unique folk music and dance as you attend a Flamenco show! A different means of transportation might be a self drive or chauffeur driven Deluxe Car, in which case your drive would take you through the land of Don Quixote, Castilla La Mancha. Do not miss the chance to make a stop in your way to witness the windmills at Consuegra or even have lunch at the unique city of Cordoba, city of Romans and Muslims, with ist Unesco Mosque / Cathedral! dAY 4 seville Embark on a tour with your own private guide to learn about Seville, a beautiful city with one of the most largest historical centers in Europe, from
both a historical perspective but also looking at life in the city today. Discover the most important landmarks of the city like Torre del Oro (e Golden Tower), a Moorish-built tower dating from 1222, which formed part of the defensive wall that protected the old city. Explore Barrio de Santa Cruz (the old Jewish Quarter and a labyrinth of tiny alleys with white houses with traditional Moorish courtyards), Reales Alcazares (the residence of various kings and boasts impressive gardens and fountains) and the Cathedral, the largest gothic cathedral of the world with its famous Giralda Tower. Rest of the day at your disposal
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designed as a military area, the Alhambra became the residence of royalty and the court of Granada in the middle of XIII century. e complex of monuments is formed by the stunning Moorish
dAY 5 seville - GrAnAdA After breakfast your train ride today will take you to the fascinating city of Granada. If you opt for a car drive, be it self drive or chauffeur driven, your landscape will be today the grace of millions of olive trees, valleys and hills covered by orchards and vineyards. Arrival in Granada and check in hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a private tour with a local guide as you visit the UNESCO world heritage site of the Alhambra palaces and gardens. On a rocky hill, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and amongst the eldest quarter in the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle with its distinctive reddish stone in its ramparts that prevent the outside world from seeing the delicate beauty enclosed within. e Alhambra ranks among the world’s finest examples of Islamic art with carved cedar-wood, infrequent stucco work, and gorgeous mosaics. Originally
palaces, including the Palace of King Charles V, a Renaissance building, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra, as well as the Alcazaba fortress and an opposite independent palace: e Generalife, which is surrounded by orchards, tranquil pools, fountains and beautiful gardens which you will also visit. dAY 6 GrAnAdA Breakfast in your hotel and check out. Private transfer to Granada Airport for your departure.
ACCOMODATIOn: MADRID: Hotel Hospes Madrid 5* SEVILLA: Hotel Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza 4* GRANADA: Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* http://www.hospes.com/en/ As accommodation is a very important part of the travel experience, travellers will stay in Hospes Hotels, luxury boutique hotels centrally located in historical charming buildings. Complimentary Benefits: - Room upgrade subject to availability at the time of check-in. - 10% Discount in Senzone restaurants - 2x1in any of the SPA Bodyna treatments TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
LOW SEASON
HIGH SEASON
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1.211
1.318
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698
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57 100 70
Supplement to cover ALL railway station transfers Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 306 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 398 Intercity transportation by Private Vehicle with driver instead of train Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 1.170 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 1.430 Rate includes Private transfers Madrid-Seville (534 km or around 6 hr drive) and Seville-Granada (248 km or around 2, 5 hr drive)
LOW SEASON: JAN, FEb, JUL AUG, NOV AND DEC HIGH SEASON: REST OF THE YEAR
The price includes: - 5 nights accommodation according to itinerary on standard room basis with breakfast included - 2 private transfers (in Madrid + ouT Granada) by luxury vehicles as stated in itinerary (see below supplement to cover All railway station private transfers) - Train tickets 2nd class for all sectors mentioned in the itinerary - 3 private half day guided tours as stated in itinerary. Transportation not included - 2 entrance fees included: Alhambra palace in Granada and cathedral in seville - Flamenco show in seville. no drinks or meals included - All travel documents - round the clock telephone assistance while travelers stay in spain
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An essential trip to discover Spain, a country of deep contrasts, visiting four outstanding and quite different cities through the Spanish geography. Discover these four impressive cities at your own pace, with the help of expert local guides in each city, offering the maximum possible flexibility, deciding when and how to explore in as much depth as you please.
dAY 1 MAdrid Welcome to Spain! Arrive in Madrid and private transfer to your hotel. Check in your hotel and rest of the day at your disposal dAY 2 MAdrid Enjoy a private tour with your local guide that will take you through the narrow and winding streets of the Habsburg´s quarter, the oldest part of Madrid, discovering old palaces and convents hidden behind walls, the surviving signs of what Madrid once was when first became the capital in the 16th century, a period in which Spain experienced its Golden Age. Walking through its alleys and passageways, will take you back to the times of swashbuckling swordsmen and medieval rogues. Immerse in our fascinating history observing the people around the most emblematic streets and squares such as the Cuchilleros Street, Cava Baja Street, Mayor Street, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and admiring the simplicity of its monuments which typical architectural style ranges from the late Renaissance to the early Baroque: Arco de Cuchilleros, Colegiata de San Isidro, Basilica de San Miguel and La
Encarnación Monastery. You will also see newer landmarks like Teatro Real, Mercado de San Miguel (small market that has become a gourmet mecca, home to 33 stalls selling mouth-watering products), and the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings. Rest of the day free at leisure dAY 3 MAdrid - cordoBA Breakfast, check out from your hotel in Madrid and make your way to the railway station to enjoy a high speed train ride that will take you very comfortably to Cordoba. A different means of transportation might be a self drive or chauffeur driven Deluxe Car, in which case your drive would take you through the land of Don Quixote, Castilla La Mancha. Do not miss the chance to make a stop in your way to witness the windmills at Consuegra On arrival make your way to your hotel in Cordoba. Enjoy a nice private walking tour with your local guide and explore Cordoba, a city with an impressive cultural and monumental patrimony. Its strategic position, near the River Guadalquivir
and the legacy of the different peoples who settled on its rich farming lands meant that Cordoba was always considered a privileged place. Discover the main sights in Cordoba including the unique Mosque, now a Roman Catholic cathedral, the Synagogue and walk through the flower-lined streets of the Jewish Quarter. dAY 4 cordoBA - vAlenciA After breakfast your train ride will take you to the Mediterranean city of Valencia. On arrival check in your hotel in Valencia. Rest of the day free at leisure
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dAY 5 vAlenciA Enjoy a private walking tour of the historical city centre of Valencia exploring the streets and squares of this fascinating city with a local guide. Discover landmarks like the old Towers (Serrano Towers and Quart Towers), the Cathedral and the Gothic Basilica of the Virgin, the Late Gothic Silk Exchange, a World Heritage Site, the Palace of the Marquess of Dos Aguas and the Mercado Central (central market). Rest of the free at your disposal Don´t miss a unique opportunity to enjoy a delicious Paella for lunch in its home land!
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Gaudi and his iconic architectural style whose works have redefined and transformed the landscape of Barcelona, no less than 7 have been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Walk along Paseo de Gracia elegant avenue, one of Barcelona´s most important shopping and business areas, where you will find several of the city's most celebrated pieces of architecture and two of Gaudí’s houses: Casa Batlló, and Casa Milà also known as La Pedrera. Casa Batlló is a surprising building with enigmatic forms, a colourful façade and refined architectural details. La Pedrera is a sculptured residential building and a fine example of how the wealthy lived at the beginning of the 20th century. You will also visit the Sagrada Familia, for many Barcelona's main landmark. Marvel at this expiatory church´s artwork and compare the contrasting styles of the Nativity and Passion façades. is magnificent temple is a synthesis of Gaudi´s overall conception of architecture and philosophy of life, fully financed by people donations, one of the reasons why it remains under construction since 1882. Rest of the day at leisure dAY 8 BArcelonA - depArTure Private transfer to Barcelona Airport for your departure.
dAY 6 vAlenciA - BArcelonA Breakfast in your hotel, check out and enjoy a new train ride that will take you to cosmopolitan Barcelona. On arrival meet make your way to your hotel for check in
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Deluxe Room Suppl - Only Hospes (per night) Junior Suite Suppl - Only Hospes (per night) Supplement for booking First Class Trains
57 100 98
Supplement to cover ALL railway station transfers Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 546 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 655 Intercity transportation by Private Vehicle with driver instead of train Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 2.145 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 2.616
dAY 7 BArcelonA Discover the fascinating world of modernist architect Antoni Gaudí on a private tour in the company of an expert local guide who will expose Gaudi's extraordinary achievements. Learn about
Rate includes Private transfers Madrid-Cordoba (397 km or around 4 hr drive), Cordoba-Valencia (523 km or around 6 hr drive) and Valenciabarcelona (350 km or around 3,5 hr drive)
ACCOMODATIOn: MADRID: Hotel Hospes Madrid 5* CORDOBA: Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* VALENCIA: Hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar 5* BARCELONA: Hotel El Palace Barcelona 5* http://www.hospes.com/en/ http://hotelpalacebarcelona.com/en/ As accommodation is a very important part of the travel experience, travellers will stay in Hospes Hotels and El Palace Barcelona Hotel, luxury boutique hotels centrally located in historical charming buildings. Complimentary Benefits in Hospes Hotels: - Room upgrade subject to availability at the time of check-in. - 10% Discount in Senzone restaurants - 2x1in any of the SPA Bodyna treatments
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TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
LOW SEASON: JAN, FEb, JUL AUG, NOV AND DEC HIGH SEASON: REST OF THE YEAR
The price includes: - 7 nights accommodation according to itinerary on standard room basis with breakfast included - 2 private transfers (in Madrid + ouT Barcelona) by luxury vehicles as stated in itinerary (see below supplement to cover All railway station private transfers) - Train tickets 2nd class for all sectors mentioned in the itinerary - 4 private half day guided tours as stated in itinerary. Transportation not included - 3 entrance fees included: cordoba´s Mosque, sagrada Familia and casa Batlló in Barcelona. - All travel documents - round the clock telephone assistance while travelers stay in spain
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An unforgettable journey through the past and present of Madrid, the Spanish capital, and the three jewels of Andalucía in south Spain: Seville, Granada, and Cordoba. Discover these four impressive cities at your own pace, with the help of expert local guides in each city, offering the maximum possible flexibility, deciding when and how to explore in as much depth as you please. Do not miss the chance to add an extension to Barcelona by domestic flight (see below for details) dAY 1 MAdrid Welcome to Spain! Arrive in Madrid and private transfer to your hotel. Check in your hotel and rest of the day at your disposal dAY 2 MAdrid Enjoy a private tour with your local guide that will take you through the narrow and winding streets of the Habsburg´s quarter, the oldest part of Madrid, discovering old palaces and convents hidden behind walls, the surviving signs of what Madrid once was when first became the capital in the 16th century, a period in which Spain experienced its Golden Age. Walking through its alleys and passageways, will take you back to the times of swashbuckling swordsmen and medieval rogues. Immerse in our fascinating history observing the people around the most emblematic streets and squares such as the Cuchilleros Street, Cava Baja Street, Mayor Street, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and admiring the simplicity of its monuments which typical architectural style ranges from the late Renaissance to the early Baroque: Arco de Cuchilleros, Colegiata de San Isidro, Basilica de San Miguel and La Encarnación Monastery. You will also see newer landmarks like the Royal eater, Mercado de San Miguel (small market that has become a gourmet mecca, home to 33 stalls selling mouth-watering products), and the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings. Rest of the day free at leisure dAY 3 MAdrid - cordoBA Breakfast, check out from your hotel in Madrid and make your way to the railway station to enjoy a high speed train ride that will take you very comfortably to Cordoba. A different means of transportation might be a self drive or chauffeur driven Deluxe Car, in which case your drive would take you through the land of Don Quixote, Castilla La Mancha. Do not miss the chance to make a stop in your way to witness the windmills at Consuegra In the afternoon enjoy a nice private walking tour with your local guide and explore Cordoba, a city with an impressive cultural and monumental
patrimony. Its strategic position, near the River Guadalquivir and the legacy of the different peoples who settled on its rich farming lands meant that Cordoba was always considered a privileged place. Discover the main sights in Cordoba including the unique Mosque, now a Roman Catholic cathedral, the Synagogue and walk through the flower-lined streets of the Jewish Quarter. dAY 4 cordoBA - GrAnAdA After breakfast your train ride will take you to colourful Granada, the city of the Alhambra. Check in and accommodation in Granada. Discover the historical, monumental and cultural richness of Granada through an insider private guided tour. Admire the city highlights like the famous Gothic Cathedral containing the Royal Chapel with the tomb of Ferdinand and Isabella Kings, the royal hospital, founded by the Catholic Monarchs in 1504, the Carthusian monastery, formerly a Roman cemetery, is an example of a unique Baroque style and offers great paintings and sculptures of the Granada School. Explore the city´s historic neighbourhoods like Albaycin, the old Arab quarter, constructed on a medieval town plan with cobbled streets and small squares, where you will reach San Nicolas view point offering magnificent views of the Alhambra, Granada and Sierra Nevada. Next to Albaycin is located the hill of Sacromonte, another typical quarter famous for its cave dwellings, gypsy community, and flamenco tradition.
dAY 5 GrAnAdA Enjoy a private tour with a local guide as you visit the UNESCO world heritage site of the Alhambra palaces and gardens. On a rocky hill, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and amongst the eldest quarter in the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle with its distinctive reddish stone in its ramparts that prevent the outside world from seeing the delicate beauty enclosed within. e Alhambra ranks among the world’s finest examples of Islamic art with carved cedar-wood, infrequent stucco work, and gorgeous mosaics. Originally designed as a military area, the Alhambra became the residence of royalty and the court of Granada in the middle of XIII century. e complex of monuments is formed by the stunning Moorish palaces, including the Palace of King Charles V, a Renaissance building, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra, as well as the Alcazaba fortress and an opposite independent
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boutique hotels centrally located in historical charming buildings. Complimentary Benefits: - Room upgrade subject to availability at the time of check-in. - 10% Discount in Senzone restaurants - 2x1in any of the SPA Bodyna treatments
palace: î “e Generalife, which is surrounded by orchards, tranquil pools, fountains and beautiful gardens which you will also visit. Rest of the day free for leisure dAY 6 GrAnAdA - seville After breakfast, check out and make your way to Granada train station to enjoy a train ride that will take you to the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia. On arrival check in your hotel. In the evening discover our unique music and dance as you attend a Flamenco show!
labyrinth of tiny alleys with white houses with traditional Moorish courtyards), Reales Alcazares (the residence of various kings and boasts impressive gardens and fountains) and the Cathedral, the largest gothic cathedral of the world with its famous Giralda Tower. dAY 8 seville - depArTure Private transfer to Seville Airport for your departure.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
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HIGH SEASON
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1.729
1.877
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2.272
2.463
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911
911
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105
126
EXTRA NIGHT SUPPL SGL
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Deluxe Room Suppl (per night) Junior Suite Suppl (per night) Supplement for booking First Class Trains
57 100 72
Supplement to cover ALL railway station transfers Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 462 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 581 Intercity transportation by Private Vehicle with driver instead of train Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 1.018 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 1.277 Rate includes Private transfers Madrid-Cordoba (397 km or around 4 hr drive), Cordoba-Granada (202 km or around 2 hr drive) and Granada-Seville (248 km or around 2,5 hr drive)
LOW SEASON: JAN, FEb, JUL AUG, NOV AND DEC HIGH SEASON: REST OF THE YEAR
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dAY 7 seville Embark on a tour with your own private guide to learn about Seville, a beautiful city with one of the most largest historical centers in Europe, from both a historical perspective but also looking at life in the city today. Discover the most important landmarks of the city like Torre del Oro (î “e Golden Tower), a Moorish-built tower dating from 1222, which formed part of the defensive wall that protected the old city. Explore Barrio de Santa Cruz (the old Jewish Quarter and a
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ACCOMODATIOn: MADRID: Hotel Hospes Madrid 5* CORDOBA: Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* GRANADA: Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* SEVILLA: Hotel Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza 4* http://www.hospes.com/en/ As accommodation is a very important part of the travel experience, travellers will stay in Hospes Hotels, luxury
- 7 nights accommodation according to itinerary on standard room basis with breakfast included - 2 private transfers (in Madrid + ouT sevilla) by luxury vehicles as stated in itinerary (see below supplement to cover All railway station private transfers) - Train tickets 2nd class for all sectors mentioned in the itinerary - 5 private half day guided tours as stated in itinerary. Transportation not included - 3 entrance fees included: cordoba Mosque / Granada cathedral and Alhambra palace - Flamenco show in seville. no drinks or meals included - All travel documents - round the clock telephone assistance while travelers stay in spain
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exTenSIOn 3 DAyS TO BARCeLOnA: dAY 8 seville - BArcelonA In the morning private transfer to Seville airport to board a plane that will take you to cosmopolitan Barcelona. On arrival meet your driver for a private transfer to your hotel. Check in and accommodation Barcelona dAY 9 BArcelonA Discover the fascinating world of modernist architect Antoni Gaudí on a private tour in the company of an expert local guide who will expose Gaudi's extraordinary achievements. Learn about Gaudi and his iconic architectural style whose works have redefined and transformed the landscape of Barcelona, no less than 7 have been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Walk along Paseo de Gracia elegant avenue, one of Barcelona´s most important shopping and business areas, where you will find several of the city's most celebrated pieces of architecture and two of Gaudí’s houses: Casa Batlló, and Casa Milà also known as La Pedrera. Casa Batlló is a surprising building with enigmatic forms, a colourful façade and refined architectural details. La Pedrera is a sculptured residential building and a fine example of how the wealthy lived at the beginning of the 20th century. You will also visit the Sagrada Familia, for many Barcelona's main landmark. Marvel at this expiatory church´s artwork and compare the contrasting styles of the Nativity and Passion façades. is magnificent temple is a synthesis of Gaudi´s overall conception of architecture and philosophy of life, fully financed by people donations, one of the reasons why it remains under construction since 1882. Rest of the day at your disposal
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The price includes: - 2 nights accommodation according to itinerary on standard room basis with breakfast included - 2 private transfers in luxury vehicles as stated in itinerary - Train tickets 2nd class for all sectors mentioned in the itinerary - 1 private half day guided tour as stated in itinerary. Transportation not included - 1 entrance fees included: sagrada Familia
The price does noT include: - domestic flight seville-Barcelona
dAY 10 BArcelonA - depArTure Private transfer to Barcelona Airport for your departure.
ACCOMODATIOn: BARCELONA: Hotel El Palace Barcelona 5* http://hotelpalacebarcelona.com/en/ As accommodation is a very important part of the travel experience, travellers will stay in Hospes Hotels and El Palace Barcelona Hotel, luxury boutique hotels centrally located in historical charming buildings.
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Explore Spain, a country with a long history, great heritage and rich culture. Discover the country at your own pace, with the help of expert local guides in each city, offering the maximum possible flexibility, deciding when and how to explore in as much depth as you please.
monumental fountains, Gran Vía avenue, full of original buildings with ornaments to decorate the facades, in sumptuous cornices and avantgarde design, The Retiro Park, once a recreation area for the Royal Family, it has become a very popular park. You will also have the great opportunity to visit The Prado Museum, one of the most important art museums in the world. Alongside Velázquez's Las Meninas and Goya's The 3rd of May 1808 in Madrid, the galleries are packed with masterpieces from the Spanish, Italian and Flemish schools. Rest of the day free at leisure dAY 1 MAdrid Welcome to Spain! Arrive in Madrid and private transfer to your hotel. Check in your hotel and rest of the day at your disposal dAY 2 MAdrid Enjoy a private guided sightseeing tour of vibrant Madrid and visit the prestigious Prado Museum. Discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares with an expert guide who will explain about the monuments and its history during the different historical periods, from the old Habsburg to the Bourbons quarters to nowadays. Admire main landmarks like the Royal Palace, former residence of the Spanish Kings, Plaza Mayor, a unique porticoed square located at the heart of old Madrid quarter, Puerta del Sol, meeting point for locals and visitors where the Royal Post Office, current seat of the Government of the Region of Madrid, is situated, The Cibeles and Neptuno neoclassical
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quarter in the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle with its distinctive reddish stone in its ramparts that prevent the outside world from seeing the delicate beauty enclosed within. e Alhambra ranks among the world’s finest examples of Islamic art with carved cedar-wood, infrequent stucco work, and gorgeous mosaics. Originally designed as a military area, the Alhambra became the residence of royalty and the court of Granada in the middle of XIII century. e complex of monuments is formed by the stunning Moorish palaces, including the Palace of King Charles V, a Renaissance building, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra, as well as the Alcazaba fortress and an opposite independent palace: e Generalife, which is surrounded by orchards, tranquil pools, fountains and beautiful gardens which you will also visit. dAY 4 GrAnAdA - seville In the morning make your way to Granada train station to enjoy a train ride that will take you to the fascinating city of Seville, Capital of Andalusia. On arrival check in your hotel in Sevilla In the evening discover our unique folk music and dance as you attend a Flamenco show!
dAY 3 MAdrid - GrAnAdA Breakfast, check out from your hotel in Madrid and make your way to the railway station to enjoy a train ride that will take you very comfortably to Granada. A different means of transportation might be a self drive or chauffeur driven Deluxe Car, in which case your drive would take you through the land of Don Quixote, Castilla La Mancha. Do not miss the chance to make a stop in your way to witness the windmills at Consuegra In the afternoon Enjoy a private tour with a local guide as you visit the UNESCO world heritage site of the Alhambra palaces and gardens. On a rocky hill, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and amongst the eldest
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main sights in Cordoba including the unique Mosque, now a Roman Catholic cathedral, the Synagogue and walk through the flower-lined streets of the Jewish Quarter. dAY 7 cordoBA - vAlenciA After breakfast check out and continue to Cordoba train station for another train ride to the Mediterranean city of Valencia. On arrival make your way to your hotel in Valencia for check in Rest of the day free at leisure
of this fascinating city with a local guide. Discover landmarks like the old Towers (Serrano Towers and Quart Towers), the Cathedral and the Gothic Basilica of the Virgin, the Late Gothic Silk Exchange, a World Heritage Site, the Palace of the Marquess of Dos Aguas and the Mercado Central (central market). Rest of the day at your disposal Don´t miss a unique opportunity to enjoy a delicious Paella for lunch in its home land! dAY 5 seville Embark on a tour with your own private guide to learn about Seville, a beautiful city with one of the most largest historical centers in Europe, from both a historical perspective but also looking at life in the city today. Discover the most important landmarks of the city like Torre del Oro (e Golden Tower), a Moorish-built tower dating from 1222, which formed part of the defensive wall that protected the old city. Explore Barrio de Santa Cruz (the old Jewish Quarter and a labyrinth of tiny alleys with white houses with traditional Moorish courtyards), Reales Alcazares (the residence of various kings and boasts impressive gardens and fountains) and the Cathedral, the largest gothic cathedral of the world with its famous Giralda Tower. Rest of the day at leisure
dAY 8 vAlenciA Enjoy a private walking tour of the historical city centre of Valencia exploring the streets and squares
dAY 9 vAlenciA - BArcelonA In the morning you enjoy today a train ride that will take you to cosmopolitan Barcelona. On arrival meet check in your hotel in the center of Barcelona
dAY 6 GrAnAdA - seville Check out and follow to Seville train station to catch the high speed train that will take you very comfortably to lively Cordoba. On arrival check in your hotel in Cordoba. Enjoy a nice private walking tour with your local guide and explore Cordoba, a city with an impressive cultural and monumental patrimony. Its strategic position, near the River Guadalquivir and the legacy of the different peoples who settled on its rich farming lands meant that Cordoba was always considered a privileged place. Discover the
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dAY 10 BArcelonA Discover the fascinating world of modernist architect Antoni Gaudí on a private tour in the company of an expert local guide who will expose Gaudi's extraordinary achievements. Learn about Gaudi and his iconic architectural style whose works have redefined and transformed the landscape of Barcelona, no less than 7 have been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Walk along Paseo de Gracia elegant avenue, one of Barcelona´s most important shopping and business areas, where you will find several of the city's most celebrated pieces of architecture and two of Gaudí’s houses: Casa Batlló, and Casa Milà also known as La Pedrera. Casa Batlló is a surprising building with enigmatic forms, a colourful façade and refined architectural details. La Pedrera is a sculptured residential building and a fine example of how the wealthy lived at the beginning of the 20th century. You will also visit the Sagrada Familia, for many Barcelona's main landmark. Marvel at this expiatory church´s artwork and compare the contrasting styles of the Nativity and Passion façades. is magnificent temple is a synthesis of Gaudi´s overall conception of architecture and philosophy of life, fully financed by people donations, one of the reasons why it remains under construction since 1882. Rest of the day at your disposal dAY 11 BArcelonA Day free at leisure. We may recommend you a visit to the nearby Penedés wine region and to Montserrat Mountain
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and Monastery or a leisurely walk though Barcelona´s streets discovering unforgettable sights and shops.
Palace Barcelona Hotel, luxury boutique hotels centrally located in historical charming buildings. Complimentary Benefits in Hospes Hotels: - Room upgrade subject to availability at the time of check-in. - 10% Discount in Senzone restaurants - 2x1in any of the SPA Bodyna treatments TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
dAY 12 BArcelonA - depArTure Private transfer to Barcelona Airport for your departure.
ACCOMODATIOn: MADRID: Hotel Hospes Madrid 5* GRANADA: Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos 5* SEVILLA: Hotel Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza 4* CORDOBA: Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailio 5* VALENCIA: Hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar 5* BARCELONA: Hotel El Palace Barcelona 5* http://www.hospes.com/en/ http://hotelpalacebarcelona.com/en/ As accommodation is a very important part of the travel experience, travellers will stay in Hospes Hotels and El
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3.091
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3.855
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Supplement to cover ALL railway station transfers Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 880 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 1.055 Intercity transportation by Private Vehicle with driver instead of train Car 1-3 persons (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 2.602 Minivan up to 7 pax (total per vehicle, NOT per person) 3.204 Rate includes Private transfers Madrid-Granada (418 km or around 4 hr drive), Granada-Seville (248 km or around 2,5 hr drive), Sevilla-Cordoba (141 km or around 2 hr drive), Cordoba-Valencia (523 km or around 6 hr drive) and Valencia-barcelona (320 km or around 3,5 hr drive)
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The price includes: - 11 nights accommodation according to itinerary on standard room basis with breakfast included. - 2 private transfers in luxury vehicles as stated in itinerary - Train tickets 2nd class for all sectors mentioned in the itinerary - 6 private half day guided city tours as stated in itinerary. Transportation not included - 6 entrance fees included: Madrid´s el prado Museum, Granada´s Alhambra palace, sevilla´s cathedral, cordoba´s Mosque, Barcelona´s sagrada Familia and la pedrera. - Flamenco show in seville. no drinks or meals included - All travel documents - round the clock telephone assistance while travelers stay in spain
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Off THe BeATen TRACk: pARADOReS ROUTeS
“When you set sail for Ithaca, wish for the road to be long, full of adventures, full of knowledge”. Constantin p. kavafy Long and slow, we would add, as most of the important details are so difficult to spot when one is in a hurry… we can fly, but the magic is on the road, or better to say: in the path. Get off the mainstream and try secondary roads, where you will discover a true Spain. Paradores offer a unique trip proposal, as they bring you both a truly inspiring accommodation and an amazing gastronomical discovery. Inspiring we call to overnight in a medieval castle, 15th Century monastery or Renaissance palace… no joke: your room might be an old monks cell (fortunately now fully renovated and with all facilities you might need) and the breakfast room located in a great Romanesque patio. is is what conveys Paradores its great character: history and art are so present that you feel you are in the middle of the action, centuries back. Gastronomical discoveries because the Paradores have maintained centenary traditions to present you local dishes like you would never expect for you to fully experience what Spanish gastronomy looks like. Everyday a new memory for you to enjoy… We present you several routes to unwind the secrets of rarely walked paths. You will drive your own rental car to reach small villages and less known destinations, where a great deal of surprises are awaiting you. Let the slowness guide you along the way and learn to stop to capture the moment. We are sure you will greatly appreciate it.
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pARADOReS ROUTeS: SeCReT DISCOVeRIeS AROUnD MADRID
Who would believe it is possible to find so much beauty, so many hidden gems around Madrid? Only 40 minutes drive away the hassle of Spains capital you can find secret retreats like Alcalá de Henares or Chinchón. Up to the north, Avila or Segovia will astonish you while you contemplate monuments dated hundreds of years in the past. dAY 1 MAdrid - AlcAlá de henAres - chinchón In the morning pick up your rental car in downtown and drive just 40 minutes to reach Alcalá de Henares. Your day could start with the visit of some recently discovered interesting Roman remains: the old Complutum has left for us an old villa, dated 1st century AC, Hippolytus Home.
Alcalá de Henares is hometown of our greatest writer, Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (15471616) and its old town offers a delicious walk, where the Cathedral or the old University are not to be missed. Continue to Chinchón in the afternoon and check in your Parador. Dinner is set for you in the restaurant. dAY 2 chinchón - ArAnjuez - Toledo Enjoy your buffet breakfast and recharge batteries to start your journey today: in front of us the Royal Site of Aranjuez, summer residence of our Monarchy and offering impressive Palaces and Gardens. Spend the morning in Aranjuez before continuing to Toledo, where simply impressive views of the city await you from your Parador today. Check in and jump into the past in the afternoon,
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where Toledo will suggest hundred of stories about Muslims, Christians and Jewish living together. Churches, synagoges or mosques are to be visited in this ancient visit. If you get tired, we may recommend you to relax in a traditional hammam, old style spa recently recovered for our present joy. Return to your Parador to celebrate your well gained dinner today.
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dAY 3 Toledo - AvilA After breakfast start your drive up to the north towards the Great Avila, whose medieval walls have gained international recognition, including Unesco Heritage listing. Within the walls we will find out our home today being the Piedras Albas Palace, noble’s setting since centuries. Avila offer so many monuments and blends perfectly with the sober landscape of green fields and slow sheep flocks. It seems that we will get a great dinner today…
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Will you dare to taste today the typical Giant Beans of La Granja? Your dinner wont be truly Spanish without them…
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dAY 5 lA GrAnjA - MAdrid After breakfast cross again the mountains to return to Madrid. If still your keep some energies, you can still pay a visit to the near San Lorenzo de El Escorial, one our greatest National complexes: Royal Palace, basilica, Library and mausoleum where our king Philip 2nd (e Empire where the sun would never set!) lived and died, and where most of our later kings are buried, also listed as a Unesco Heritage Site. Arrive in Madrid, drop off your rental car (downtown, railway or airport) and end of your trip.
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185
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dAY 4 AvilA - seGoviA - lA GrAnjA After breakfast we are crossing today the Guadarrama mountains, highest peaks norths Madrid, to arrive in Segovia and let ourselves be surprised by its memorable landmark: e Roman Aquaeduct is more than two thousand years old and still stands in its perfect shape. We cannot miss the old Alcázar, home of Royal family for centuries, some say it inspired Walt Dysney to create one of his castles. In the afternoon we continue to La Granja de San Ildefonso. Philip 5th retired in this place in 18th century and dedicated a great effort to his Royal Palace and gardens, which we can enjoy today. Our home is one of the last additions to the Paradores chain, 18th century imposing building completely renovated just a few years ago to offer great comfort.
- Accommodation in hotel selected during 4 nights with Breakfast, half or full board included. Also, you can decide to add extra nights to your route as you wish in any of the cities along the itinerary - car rental group e (automatic BMW series 1, or similar) during 5 days with unlimited mileage, basic insurance and airport, city surcharges included, pick up and drop off Madrid.
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Out of light, off the noise, a true Andalusia proudly stands and unfolds its magic wings to show the intrepid traveler a completely different vision of a rich land. Rich in history, from Phoenicians to Romans. Rich in culture, in landscape, in gastronomy… So many treasures. Real gems that you can own at least for a couple of days… and this possession will be with you forever.
dAY 1 sevillA - cArMonA e morning starts for you with a rental car pick up in the center of Sevilla. You can get your car at the railway station and start your journey to Carmona, where you reach in less than 30 minutes. Centuries of history will surprise your steps as you walk the old town of Carmona: Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths, Arabs, Jews and Christians have walked the same streets you are in right now. Old Moorish fortress that can be traced back to 15th century, your Parador offers you today all comforts including a swimming pool and a nice terrace with views to the landscape. e restaurant, built inside an old chapel, is one of the most scenic of the whole chain of Paradores. Dinner is served!
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dAY 2 cArMonA - jerez de lA FronTerA - Arcos de lA FronTerA After enjoying a great breakfast, drive today to Jerez for a unique experience, blending two of very
Spanish passions: horses and wine. Witness the magic of the Real Escuela de Equitación, where you will admire “how the horses dance” and will never forget this quite different spectacle. Later continue for a very different visit: the Winery of Tio Pepe, trailblazer of the Xerry Wine and aged Vinegar. e visit will include degustation of 3 different wine types plus some snacks, that you could call it a light lunch and so the day is completed in Jerez before you continue to Arcos de la Frontera for overnight dAY 3 Arcos de lA FronTerA: WhiTe villAGes Deep into the legend we drive today. Without being in a hurry, we will drive along the most scenic route of Andalusia, maybe even of Spain. e White villages cover an area of mountains with intricate roads where the most important is
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not to arrive but to feel the path. Grazalema, El Bosque, Zahara de la Sierra, Olvera or Setenil de las Bodegas will show you the real soul os Andalusia and you will admire the air and the rythm of the people living in the area. Return to Arcos for dinner and overnight
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they called it “e Sun Coast” or Costa del Sol. Visit modern resorts along famous locations as Marbella, Estepona or Mijas. With more than 15 golf course and more than 300 days of sun per year, Málaga region is inviting you to enjoy. Your Parador is today an old Moorish Fortress, but
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715
729
773
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878
892
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1.041
1.055
1.098
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
225
234
260
THIRD PERSON DISCOUNT
79
82
91
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The price includes: we reasonably know that Phoenicians and Greeks woul have settled here. A dinner at the restaurant will bring you memories of ancient eras. dAY 4 Arcos de lA FronTerA - rondA After breakfast we get today to Ronda, “hideout of bandits”. is unusual city, located atop a rock mass in a chain of steep crags set on an almost impenetrable high mesa, stands proudly of its beauty and shows the visitor its charms with graciousness. Built in the former town hall, our Parador today offers a quite impressive setting next to the “Tajo”, the gorge looking at which we will surely feel vertigo and our cameras will get unforgettable pics. But Ronda is much more than its Parador: also setting of one of the oldest bullring arenas of the world, and much more you will discover. Dinner and overnight in Ronda
dAY 6 MálAGA - depArTure Get your breakfast and start your drive today on your way to Málaga. If you wish, you might decide to drive along the sea coast and learn why they called it “e Sun Coast” or Costa del Sol. Visit modern resorts along famous locations as Marbella, Estepona or Mijas. With more than 15 golf course and more than 300 days of sun per year, Málaga region is inviting you to enjoy. Your Parador is today an old Moorish Fortress, but we reasonably know that Phoenicians and Greeks woul have settled here. A dinner at the restaurant will bring you memories of ancient eras.
- Accommodation in hotel selected during 5 nights with Breakfast, half or full board included. Also, you can decide to add extra nights to your route as you wish in any of the cities along the itinerary - car rental group e (automatic BMW series 1, or similar) during 6 days with unlimited mileage, basic insurance and airport, city surcharges included, pick up sevilla and drop off Málaga.
dAY 5 rondA - MálAGA Get your breakfast and start your drive today on your way to Málaga. If you wish, you might decide to drive along the sea coast and learn why
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In Roman times, and especially during the reigns of the emperors Trajan and Hadrian, a grand access route was created in the west of the peninsula that linked the Cantabrian coast with the lands of the south of Hispania. Goods, troops, traders and travellers moved in continuous transit along this trail, which favoured the spreading of Roman culture, its language and way of life, at the same time as facilitating the control of the territory that the administration of the Roman Empire required. is trail continued to be used over the centuries, both by Arabs as well as Christians during the Middle Ages, and went on to play an important role in the communications network of the Iberian Peninsula. Today we can still use this way to feel a real Spain like no other: cities and villages of great charm and untouched beauty will unveil their secrets for us as we drive along. dAY 1 sevillA - zAFrA Pick up our rental car in Sevilla, either at the airport or at the railway station, and start journey northwards crossing the Sierra de Aracena Natural Park. Soon we get to Zafra, the “small Sevilla”, where we let our imagination flow as we enter our Parador today, located in a 15th century castle. Not so many Paradores can offer such great patio or impressive walk through the corridors of the first floor. Zafra carries a rich past dating back to pre-Roman dates, where Lusitanians and Vettones would live out of a wealthy valley, but it was probably
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towards the end of the Arab Empire, around 11th century, when the city claims its strategic situation along the Via de la Plata, which privileged them in trade. Today we can visit some parts of the old walls, the two squares that used to be the zouks of the city and some very beautiful churches, where still you can feel the richness of the Zafra inhabitants Would you still feel like discovering, the Portugal border is just within one hour drive, so you might think of visiting the very interesting city of EVORA, with nice Roman ruins. Dinner is served today in the restaurant
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dAY 2 zAFrA - MéridA - plAsenciA After enjoying a great breakfast, drive today to Plasencia, right in the heart of the Jerte Valley, where the best cherries of Spain are handpickled and delivered to remote places like Japan or Saudi Arabia. On the way to Plasencia we make a stop in Mérida to admire an impressive city carrying a wide Roman past. We can visit today one of the best preserved Roman complexes of Spain, counting with Theater (which up to today hosts every year drama representations of Classic pieces during the Summer), Anphitheater, museum, Forum and much more. Continue your drive and arrive in your Parador to celebrate your well gained dinner today.
dAY 3 plAsenciA - cáceres - plAsenciA Plasencia, founded in 13th Century, the “noble, bold and haughty”, will be a nice surprise along your route. But your visit would not be incomplete if you stay in Plasencia only and miss a great city like Caceres, whose old town is listed in Unesco World Heritage. Ruled by powerful rival factions from 14th to 16th century, impressive testimonies of the past splendor are its fortified houses, palaces and towers. Another interesting option for the day would be to visit the nearby National Park of Monfragüe, crossed by the Tajo river on its way to Portugal. Return to Plasencia for dinner and overnight.
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Your Parador, the old Santo Domingo monastery, shares the walls and rooms of this exceptional site with the holy and not so holy Dominican friars who inhabited the building by the express and generous will of the Count and Countess of Zuñiga dAY 4 plAsenciA - león After breakfast we start our journey on our way to León. So many interesting sites we will find today that we better start early in the morning: - Salamanca, again listed in Unesco Heritage, with one of the oldest universities of whole Europe, and whose historic center offers a caleidoscopio of Romanesque, Gothic, Moorish, Renaissance and Baroque monuments - Ávila, with best preserved middle age walls and home town of St. Teresa
- Astorga: the old Roman city of Asturica Augusta, with small by great old town. It owns one of the only two buildings created by the genial architect Antoni Gaudi outside Catalonia - Las Médulas: Another Unesco site. In the 1st century A.D. the Roman Imperial authorities began to exploit the gold deposits of this region in north-west Spain, using a technique based on hydraulic power. After two centuries of working the deposits, the Romans withdrew, leaving a devastated landscape. Since there was no subsequent industrial activity, the dramatic traces of this remarkable ancient technology are visible everywhere as sheer faces in the mountainsides and the vast areas of tailings, now used for agriculture But our greatest surprise will be found on our arrival in León, as we check in in our Parador today, the unique Hostal de San Marcos, a 5*
accommodation with unforgettable Renaissance fassade and better interior Dinner and overnight in León.
dAY 5 león Get your breakfast and devote your day to León, whose great cathedral, “humid quarter” and more will fill up both your spirit and your stomach
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León is also a city on the Camino de Santiago (St James Way), which has always afforded a warm welcome to the pilgrims, travellers and tourists who have made it their home for a few hours or days at a time. A dinner at the restaurant will help to relax after such busy days in the area. dAY 6 león - Gijón After breakfast we face today our last journey through a very scenic landscape, as we are entering the greenest part of Spain: great mountains, rivers and valleys are to be spotted as our road leads to Gijón on the Cantabrico sea. Picturesque villages like Mieres, Aller, Lena or Riosa will offer a memorable stop on our way where to savor local cheeses, home made cyder or tasty stew. Arrival in Gijón and relax today in a different environment: a centenary mill inside a park, which modelates a warm and relaxing atmosphere for your rest.
dAY 7 Gijón - depArTure Breakfast at the Parador and explore today the city of Gijón. The testimony of Roman authors has come down to us, in which they relate how they saw and lived with the Asturs, whom they called “highlanders”. Here we have a fragment from the Geography of Strabo (75 bc - 20 ad), in which he discusses the customs of the northern people, including the Asturs: “All the highlanders are sober, they drink water, sleep on the ground and wear their hair long and loose, as is the custom of women, although when they fight, they tie a band around their foreheads” Return your car at the railway station or continue to the near airport of Oviedo for your flight to onwards destination. End of our arrangements
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1.114
1.156
1.185
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1.302
1.345
1.388
1.416
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264
289
315
332
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92
101
110
116
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pARADOReS ROUTeS: UnTRACkeD nORTH COASTAL
North Spain, where the feeling of discovery is still present, although this coastal line has seen thousands of pilgrims walk the way up to Santiago, in search of spiritualy and wisdom. From Hondarribia to Santiago, the sign of the greenest Spain leads to impressive landscapes and ancient monuments dAY 1 sAn seBAsTiAn - hondArriBiA Arrival in San Sebastian (railway or airport) and pick up your rental car. Your adventure is about to begin when you head to Hondarribia, right on the border with France. Your Parador is today and old medieval fortress, known as the Charles 5th Palace, dated in 10th century. From its terrace you will witness the impressive views of the French border. is parador does not offer any lunch or dinner, so today you need to find yourself a local restaurant.
dAY 2 hondArriBiA - BilBAo - sAnTillAnA del MAr After enjoying a great breakfast, drive today to Santillana del Mar along the sea line. You should by no means skip Bilbao, where the futuristic Guggenheim Museum is a new landmark of the town. You might also consider having lunch in a tradicional restaurant to taste the wide varieties of the north. ey say one cannot eat better than in Basque Country, so help yourself! Continue to Santander and explore the area to discover great scenery and beauty. Santillana del
Mar is a tiny small city by the sea that will surprise you greatly Arrive in your Parador to celebrate your well gained dinner today. dAY 3 sAnTillAnA del MAr - cAnGAs de onís Today you can continue our explorations in Santander (best fish restaurants by the port!) before continuing to Cangas de Onís, at the foot of the Picos de Europa mountains. Along the way you will have the chance to discover fishermen
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villages Llanes or San Vicente de la Barquera, where the local charm is still untouched. Arrive in Cangas for dinner and overnight. Your Parador, an old monastery, offers impressive views on the mountains and National Park of Picos de Europa dAY 4 cAnGAs de onís (picos de europA nATionAl pArk) After breakfast we start our journey through the National Park of Picos de Europa, where plenty of activities on the nature can be started. Many hikes, a scenic cable car, the many glaciar lakes… We could also visit Covadonga, place of the famous battle that showed the way to victory to
James Way. ousands of pilgrims walk the way every year in search of interior peace and spirituality. We suggest a stop in Ribadeo for best seafood lunch and nice views over the coast before reaching your impressive Parador “Hostal Os Reis Catolicos”, surely the best possible end of your trip A dinner at the restaurant will show the culmination of your route. dAY 6 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA As the Parador is right in front of the Cathedral, you will be able to walk all day without any need of transportation. Santiago is a fantastic city to be walked and discovered at slow pace. Let yourself immerse in the calm and history of Galicia! Dinner at the Parador dAY 7 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - depArTure Breakfast at the Parador before dropping off your rental car. You can drop either at the railway station or at the airport TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
Christians over the Arabs on their re-conquest of the Spanish Peninsula. Dinner and overnight in Cangas dAY 5 cAnGAs de onís - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA Get your breakfast and start your drive today on your way to Santiago de Compostela, where the Apostel was buried and it started a centenial tradition of pilgrimage that now is called the St
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IN DOUbLE bED & bREAkFAST
848
919
966
1.048
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821
885
932
980
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1.001
1.065
1.112
1.160
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302
345
373
422
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106
121
131
148
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The price includes: - Accommodation in hotel selected during 7 nights with Breakfast, half or full board included *. Also, you can decide to add extra nights to your route as you wish in any of the cities along the itinerary - car rental group e (automatic BMW series 1, or similar) during 8 days with unlimited mileage, basic insurance and airport, city surcharges included, pick up san sebastian and drop off santiago. (*): hondarribia: half or full board not available, only bed and breakfast is possible.
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pARADOReS ROUTeS: UnVeILInG GALICIA
Unlike any other region of Spain, Galicia is still today a complete unknown to most of people, including many Spaniards. Be it for its particular climate, be it for its inhabitants or ancient traditions, be it for its own language, one feels a deep impression traveling around Galicia. An impression of purity, of uniqueness and reality is blended in Galicia with remote mystery You’ll try to describe it, to record in your camera… all useless: ey will never match your remembrance dAY 1 viGo - BAionA Pick up our rental car at Vigo airport (you can also arrive at the Ourense railway station from Madrid), and start journey to Baiona. Nestled in a small peninsula, your today Parador is located inside an old fortress, along which walls you might enjoy peaceful walks and memorable views. e area offers for you amazing natural scapes, including some protected areas as the Cies Islands National Park, but you should not miss the spectacular scenery of the Rias Baixas. Dinner is served today in the restaurant
dAY 2 BAionA After enjoying a great breakfast, dedicate your day to immerse in the Galician culture. Being a region bond to the sea, homeland of great sailors, it would be foolish to miss the option of seafood: they say no better shell fish on Earth like the Galician! Also the area you are in offers one of the finest white wines of Spain, the Albariño, special grape variety you will learn to appreciate in combination with fish. Galicia and Portugal share a very similar language, and you might also think of crossing the border
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and enjoy a day in a not so distant country, by simply driving one hour. Beautiful locations like Viana Do Castelo, Braga or even Porto sould offer you a great excursion Return to your Parador to celebrate your well gained dinner today. dAY 3 BAionA - sAnTo esTevo Jump into nature today, back to the roots of the ancient Galicia. Bathed by the rivers Miño and Sil, your Parador of Santo Estevo, and old monastery whose origins are believed to date back to centurias 6th and 7th, will welcome you
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and offer a warm rest for both your body and your spirit. You might walk through any of its three different cloisters (one Romanesque, one Gothic, one Renaissance…) to admire the traces of history still present for you to enjoy, in a building declared of historic-artistic interest as early as in 1923…
dAY 5 vilAlBA Today history obligues you to tour Lugo, whose medieval walls are also listed in Unesco Heritage sites. Old Roman site, you will discover interesting
In and around, you will find several great options to enjoy a fantastic day: from a excursion to the capital of the Region, Oursense to many other sites like Carballino, Ribeiro, Celanova, Verín or Trives.
corners in this memorable city. Or you could also head to A Coruña and feel the strength of the brave sea, stopping on the way to rest by the thermal waters Gitiriz, already enjoyed by the Romans. Almost one hundred kilometres of sandy beach await you along just the Lugo coast, bathed by the Cantabrian sea A dinner at the restaurant will help to relax after such busy days in the area.
dAY 4 sAnTo esTevo - vilAlBA After breakfast we start our journey on our way to Vilalba. Or better to say, find Vilalba on the Way, as this city has been part of the “Camino” since centuries and you will notice as you approach the medieval tower where you will rest today. Home of the Andrade Family, heirs of Don Pedro de Andrade, hero of the Wars of Naples, the origins of the tower date back to 6th century! Dinner and overnight in Vilalba
dAY 6 vilAlBA - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA Get your breakfast and start your drive today on your way to Santiago de Compostela, where the Apostel was buried and it started a centenial tradition of pilgrimage that now is called the St James Way. ousands of pilgrims walk the way every year in search of interior peace and spirituality.
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We suggest a stop in Ribadeo for best seafood lunch and nice views over the coast before reaching your impressive Parador “Hostal Os Reis Catolicos”, surely the best possible end of your trip A dinner at the restaurant will show the culmination of your route. dAY 7 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA As the Parador is right in front of the Cathedral, you will be able to walk all day without any need of transportation. Santiago is a fantastic city to be walked and discovered at slow pace. Let yourself immerse in the calm and history of Galicia! Dinner at the Parador
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
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SEASON 2
SEASON 3
SEASON 4
IN DOUbLE bED & bREAkFAST
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866
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1.106
1.188
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1.299
1.346
1.428
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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298
326
375
THIRD PERSON DISCOUNT
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SEASON 1: 01 NOV 2015-29 FEb 2016 SEASON 2: 06-30 APR 2015 + 01-31 MAR 2016 SEASON 3: 01 MAY-30 JUN 2015 + 01-31 OCT 2015 SEASON 4: 01-05 APR 2015 + 01 JUL-30 SEP 2015 NOTE: Prices are based on a minimum of 2 people travelling. Supplement of 205 EUR in case of single traveller
The price includes: - Accommodation in hotel selected during 7 nights with Breakfast, half or full board included. Also, you can decide to add extra nights to your route as you wish in any of the cities along the itinerary - car rental group e (automatic BMW series 1, or similar) during 8 days with unlimited mileage, basic insurance and airport, city surcharges included, pick up vigo or oursense and drop off santiago.
dAY 8 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - depArTure Breakfast at the Parador before dropping off your rental car. You can drop either at the railway station or at the airport
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Unlike any other tour, train rides always offer a plus of romanticism that indelibly mark your trip. Watching landscapes through the window of your private cabin, with the smooth ride of train, is a pleasure that few times can be enjoyed. If you count the great add on of the historical, deluxe coaches, then we could say that we are in front of a great product that deserves the trip. Come enjoy it for a different route in Spain. You will not regret it. You will always remember it.
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: THe pRIVILeGe Of enJOyInG A pALACe On RAILS
In the saloons of Al Andalus resonate even the echoes of a waltz, perhaps until a foxtrot notes, played on piano in the golden age of Art Decó. e past has left its noble traces of glamour and aroma vintage in every detail of the train, in the hatters that speak of other times and fashions, walls decorated with fine marquetry on maho- gany wood. Al Andalus is a palace on rails. Its rooms chugged long ago by routes that cross France from Calais to the French Riviera, with the members of the British monarchy as illustrious passengers. at palace of the 1920s is now a first class accommodation, which combines the signs of a prestigious history with the modern comforts of the 21st century.
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn liFe on BoArd For a few days you will be staying in a real palace in movement to chat or take a coffee in its sumptuous saloons or relax in your comfortable room. A collection of experiences and unforgettable memories await you in every corner of the train. sAloons Al Andalus is probably the most spacious and exclusive tourist train in the world. Its four saloons, real railway jewels built between 1928 and 1930, are the perfect scenario in which the breakfast à la carte and selected dinners and three course meals designed by our renowned chef, Ramón Celorio, are served. Travelling in Al Andalus is also travelling around the rich Spanish cuisine, with its countless dishes that are rooted in the culinary traditions of the people that have shaped its history. Bar service allows the traveler to enjoy at any time of an espresso, a sherry or a Tom Collins, relax in the elegant saloons, while the landscape is running through the large windows, or in the privacy of your comfortable room. At the end of the day it is time to enjoy the parties, music, cultural and gastronomic activities or live performances that are offered every day on board. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the day, while we are making our visits. At night, and especially in the gala dinner, you can choose a more formal attire, although it is not required to wear a formal dress at any time.
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: THe SUITeS
e rooms of Al Andalus are designed for the customers’ rest and privacy and they have all the amenities which the first class accommodation offers. All suites are air-conditioned with independent adjustment. During the day the room is a comfortable living room with a sofa, while at night the beds are folded to become an impeccable bedroom.
deluxe suiTe Spacious and elegant suite laid out over a bedroom and private bathroom which combines the comforts of the 21st century with the original appearance of this historic train. Perfectly suited for rest, privacy and daytime and evening relaxation. It features: • Two metre long double bed which can be turned into a sofa during the day. Possibility of adding an extra small bed for a kid. • Safe, minibar, wardrobe, luggage rack and climate control. • Comfortable and spacious private bathroom, with a shower, hairdryer and a varied set of welcome and bath items with unique fragrance and toilet bag.
junior suiTe A cozy room with a private bathroom which preserves the size and the charm of the original compartments. It features: • Two single beds which can be turned into armchairs during the day. • Minibar, safe, wardrobe, luggage rack and climate control. • Functional private bathroom, with maximum use of its space, equipped with a shower, hairdryer and a varied set of welcome and bath items with unique fragrance and toilet bag.
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: THe ROUTeS
Al Andalus offers routes with different durations covering a large part of Spain, from a minimum of 3 days up to a maximum of 6. Each trip of Al Andalus combines an exquisite cuisine on board with first class restaurants. e pleasure of the trip is also based on a careful balance between train journey times and suggestive visits and excursions with guides in different languages and private access to the monuments. While the train stays in the station, the traveler may choose to scheduled trips or explore on your own the town in which we are. You could also prefer to enjoy to be on close terms in your room on board or the planned activities.
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Immerse yourself in the magic of Seville and the aromas of Jerez, in the Renaissance heritage of Úbeda and Baeza and impossible landscapes of Ronda. An unforgettable trip in our Belle Epoque train to discover the Nasrid legacy of the Alhambra and the Caliphate splendor of Córdoba.
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dAY 1 MondAY: seville - cAdiz - jerez Rendezvous in the Club Lounge of Santa Justa station in Seville. Welcome and settling in on the train between 10:30 am and 11:15 am. We will visit this city, capital of Andalusia, which has the most extensive historic city centre in Spain, where its Cathedral, Giralda, Real Alcázar and Archivo de Indias are emphasized. After lunch, train trip to El Puerto de Santa María, where you can choose if you take a boat or our bus to get to Cádiz, one of the oldest cities in Europe. After the visit, back to the train and dinner on board. Overnight in Jerez. dAY 2 TuesdAY: jerez - rondA After breakfast, the day starts with a visit of a wine cellar. At noon we will enjoy the show “How Andalusian horses dance”, renowned equestrian ballet with Spanish music. Lunch and free time. Dinner on board while the train is running to Ronda, where we stay the night.
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dAY 3 WednesdAY: rondA - GrAnAdA Visit of Ronda. Lunch and free time to enjoy the stunning location of this city, built on a plateau cut by the deep Tajo of Ronda, through which the Guadalevín river runs. Late in the afternoon back to the train for dinner on board while the train is running to Granada. Overnight in Granada. dAY 4 ThursdAY: GrAnAdA We will afford the morning to visit the Alhambra, the rich palace complex that housed the Nasrid rulers from the Kingdom of Granada. After lunch, in the afternoon we will have free time to visit this beautiful city, nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Dinner and flamenco show. Overnight in Granada.
Úbeda. Lunch. Back to the train and dinner on board while travelling to Córdoba. Overnight in Córdoba. dAY 6 sATurdAY: cordoBA - seville After enjoying our last breakfast on board, we will visit Córdoba, capital of the Emirate and the medieval Caliphate of Al Andalus when it was the largest, cultured and opulent city in western Europe. Free time before returning to the train where we will have lunch while the train is running to Seville. End of trip approximately at 5:00 pm.
dAY 5 FrYdAY: GrAnAdA - linAres - BAezA - uBedA - cordoBA While having breakfast, we arrive at the station of Linares-Baeza, from where we will go to the Olive Oil Culture Museum. After that we will have a tour in Baeza, historic center declared UNESCO World Heritage Site as our next city to visit,
dAY s holy Week special departure in Andalucía Departure on 1st April from Sevilla
dAY 1 WednesdAY: seville dAY 2 ThursdAY: cordoBA dAY 3 FridAY: cordoBA - BAezA - uBedA - GrAnAdA dAY 4 sATurdAY: GrAnAdA dAY 5 sundAY: seville
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dAY 1 MondAY: seville - cAdiz - jerez Rendezvous in the Club Lounge of Santa Justa station in Seville. Welcome and settling in on the train between 10:30 am and 11:15 am. We will visit this city, capital of Andalusia, which has the most extensive historic city centre in Spain, where its Cathedral, Giralda, Real Alcázar and Archivo de Indias are emphasized. After lunch, train trip to El Puerto de Santa María, where you can choose if you take a boat or our bus to get to Cádiz, one of the oldest cities in Europe. After the visit, back to the train and dinner on board. Overnight in Jerez.
AnDALUCIA II: SeVILLe - GRAnADA AnDALUCIA III: GRAnADA - SeVILLe
dAY 3 WednesdAY: rondA - GrAnAdA Visit of Ronda. Lunch and free time to enjoy the stunning location of this city, built on a plateau cut by deep Tajo of Ronda, through which the Guadalevín river runs. Late in the afternoon back to the train for dinner on board while the train is running to Granada. Overnight in Granada.
dAY 2 TuesdAY: jerez - rondA After breakfast, the day starts with a visit of a wine cellar. At noon we will enjoy the show “How Andalusian horses dance”, renowned equestrian ballet with Spanish music. Lunch and free time. Dinner on board while the train is running to Ronda, where we spend the night.
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dAY 1 ThursdAY: GrAnAdA Rendezvous between 08:45 and 9:15 am at Granada station directly on board the train Al Andalus which will be parked. At 9:30 am we will begin the visit in the Alhambra, the rich palace complex that housed the Nasrid rulers from the Kingdom of Granada. After lunch, in the afternoon we will have free time to visit this beautiful city, nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Dinner and flamenco show. Overnight in Granada. dAY 2 FridAY: GrAnAdA - linAres - BAezA - uBedA - cordoBA While having breakfast, we arrive at the station of Linares-Baeza, from where we will go to the Olive Oil Culture Museum. After that we will have a tour in Baeza, historic center declared UNESCO World Heritage Site as our next city to visit, Úbeda. Lunch. Back to the train and dinner on board while travelling to Córdoba. Overnight in Córdoba.
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dAY 3 sATurdAY: cordoBA - seville After enjoying our last breakfast on board, we will visit Córdoba, capital of the Emirate and the medieval Caliphate of Al Andalus when it was the largest, cultured and opulent city in western Europe. Free time before returning to the train where we will have lunch while the train is running to Seville. End of trip approximately at 5:00 pm.
dAY 4 ThursdAY: GrAnAdA We will afford the morning to visit the Alhambra, the rich palace complex that housed the Nasrid rulers from the Kingdom of Granada. Lunch in Granada. End of trip approximately at 4:00 pm.
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e historic Silver Route offers a unique combination of historical heritage and landscape in Extremadura. If we add to this a beginning in Seville and a culmination in Toledo, we will achieve one of the most fascinating routes that there can be in Spain.
dAY 1 MondAY: seville - zAFrA Rendezvous in the Club Lounge of Santa Justa station in Seville. Welcome and settling in on the train between 10:30 am and 11:15 am. Visit of the capital of Andalusia, which has the most extensive historic city centre in Spain, dotted with monuments as memorable as the Cathedral, Giralda, Real Alcázar and Archivo de Indias. Lunch on board while travelling to Zafra. Visit of this historic city that preserves significant traces of its rich past. Dinner and overnight in Zafra.
centuries. Free time after lunch. Dinner on board and overnight in Aranjuez. dAY 6 sATurdAY: ArAnjuez - MAdrid We will visit the Spanish town of Aranjuez in the morning, famous for its royal palace and gardens, and one of the royal sites of the Spanish Crown since the 16th century. Visit of the Carlos III winery. Lunch on board while the train is running to Madrid. End of trip approximately at 5:00 pm.
dAY 2 TuesdAY: zAFrA - MeridA While having breakfast, the train runs to Mérida, capital of Extremadura, where we will spend the day. Visit of an Iberian pig farm, Proserpine Lake, Milagros Aqueduct and the Roman temples of the city. After lunch, we will visit the National Museum of Roman Art, Amphitheater and Roman Theatre. Free time. Dinner and overnight in Mérida. dAY 3 WednesdAY: MeridA - cAceres During the breakfast, the train will arrive in Cáceres. Visit of this monumental Roman origin city whose historic centre, declared UNESCO World Heritage Site, is still practically intact. Lunch and free time or optional activities such as the visit of Vostell Museum or Helga de Alvear Foundation. Dinner on board and overnight in Cáceres. dAY 4 ThursdAY: cAceres - MonFrAGue We will travel to Monfragüe while having breakfast to enjoy a morning in nature visiting the Natural Park of Monfragüe. Lunch on board and optional activities in the city of Plasencia and the Jerte Valley, both close each other. Dinner and overnight in Monfragüe. dAY 5 FrYdAY: MonFrAGue - Torrijos - Toledo ArAnjuez We will travel to Torrijos from where we will go to Toledo by bus. Visit of the Visigothic capital, declared UNESCO World Heritage Site, “Imperial City”, place where the three cultures: Christian, Muslim and Jewish, lived together for
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Four days to enjoy the essence of Extremadura. From the Roman Mérida to the medieval Cáceres, passing through the beautiful Zafra and the purest nature in Monfragüe.
dAY 1 ThursdAY: seville - zAFrA Rendezvous in the Club Lounge of Santa Justa station in Seville. Welcome and settling in on the train between 10:30 am and 11:15 am. Visit of the capital of Andalusia, which has the most extensive historic city centre in Spain, dotted with monuments as memorable as the Cathedral, Giralda, Real Alcázar and Archivo de Indias. Lunch on board while travelling to Zafra. Visit of this historic city that preserves significant traces of its rich past. Dinner and overnight in Zafra. dAY 2 FridAY: zAFrA - cAceres Train trip to Cáceres and visit of this monumental city, whose historical centre is among the best preserved in Europe. Free time with possibility to visit the Visual Arts Center of the Helga de Alvear Foundation. After lunch, we will go to the Barruecos Natural Monument with its spectacular flat relief of large granitic bowling settled on the banks of ponds and the Vostell Museum, including the works of this German artist in the beautiful landscape. Dinner and overnight in Cáceres.
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dAY 3 sATurdAY: MonFrAGue - MeridA Trip to Monfragüe to enjoy a morning in nature visiting its Natural Park. Lunch on board and trip to Mérida, capital of Extremadura. Visit of this historic city, where we could gaze at its amazing Amphitheater and Roman Theatre and walk around the National Museum of Roman Art. Dinner and overnight in Mérida.
dAY 4 sundAY: MeridA - lAGo de proserpinA seville After enjoying our last breakfast on board, we will continue the visit of Mérida, which hoards monuments such as the Aqueduct and Roman Bridge, the Temple of the Forum, Proserpina Lake, the Temple of Diana or the Alcazaba. While having lunch, the train will take us back to Seville, where we will end the trip at approximately 6:00 pm.
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We will travel around places full of history, the pilgrims’ memory built on the most incredible landscapes. León, Astorga, El Bierzo, A Coruña and Rías Baixas shape this way par excellence, whose goal can not be other than Santiago de Compostela.
dAY 1 MondAY: leon - AsTorGA - MonForTe de leMos Passenger reception and welcome on board the train at 12:00 pm at León station. Train trip to Astorga. Lunch. Visit of this Roman origin city where its Cathedral and Episcopal Palace are emphasized, a modernist construction by Antonio Gaudí. Free time before returning to the train and departing to Monforte de Lemos. Dinner on board. Overnight in Monforte de Lemos. dAY 2 TuesdAY: MonForTe de leMos -ourense After breakfast, we will visit the Ribeira Sacra, a great natural and scenic value region. Wine tasting in a cellar and catamaran trip along the canyons of the River Sil. Lunch and trip to Ourense. Optional visit of Ourense. Dinner on board. Overnight in Ourense. dAY 3 WednesdAY: ourense - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA After breakfast on board, we will have a thermal day on the River Miño. Lunch on board while travelling to Santiago de Compostela, pilgrims’ destination for a millennium that has such prominent places as the Cathedral and the Plaza del Obradoiro. Visit and free time. Dinner at the Parador Nacional Reyes Católicos, the old Royal Hospital for pilgrims, built in plateresque style in the early sixteenth century. Overnight in Santiago de Compostela. dAY 4 ThursdAY: sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - A coruña While having breakfast, the train will take us to Vilagarcía de Arousa. Boarding at the port of O Grove and a boat ride to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Ría de Arousa. Tour in Cambados, Albariño wine capital. Lunch. Free time with optional activities as the visit of Vigo. Dinner on board as the train takes us to A Coruña. Overnight in A Coruña. dAY 5 FrYdAY: A coruña - leon Breakfast on board and visit of A Coruña, historic port and today an elegant and dynamic city, which preserves many treasures of its past. By train back to León as we taste our last meal on board. End of trip late in the afternoon.
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ere is no better way to undertake this journey between vineyards and wineries that make it aboard Al Andalus. A luxury train to make us discover all the wine and natural richness of the Ribera del Duero and La Rioja.
dAY 1 MondAY: zArAGozA - loGroño Reception and welcome on board at 5 pm in Zaragoza Delicias station. Settling in on the train. Dinner on board while the train is running to Logroño where we stay the night. dAY 2 TuesdAY: loGroño - MirAndA de eBro We will walk around the city of Logroño, capital of La Rioja, and later we will travel by train to Haro, where we will visit a centenary winery. Lunch and free time or visit the Wine Museum and Marqués de Riscal winery, one of the most important in the wine region of La Rioja,
dAY 1 MondAY: leon Reception, welcome and settling in on board at 5 pm at Renfe - León train station. Visit of this monumental city, full of art treasures that attests to its historical importance. Dinner and overnight in León. dAY 2 TuesdAY: leon - vAllAdolid - MirAndA de eBro Trip to Valladolid, from which the coach will take us to visit a typical Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin winery, whose fame and prestige has increased in recent decades. After
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together with its well-known luxury hotel, designed by Frank Gehry. Dinner and overnight in Miranda de Ebro dAY 3 WednesdAY: MirAndA de eBro - vAllAdolid - leon We will have breakfast as the train heads towards Valladolid, from which the coach will take us to visit a typical Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin winery, whose fame and prestige has increased in recent decades. After lunch, we will move on to Peñafiel to visit its castle and wineries. Free time. Dinner on board as the train takes us to León where we will stay the night.
lunch, we will move on to Peñafiel to visit its castle and wineries. Dinner on board as the train takes us to Miranda de Ebro, where we will stay the night. dAY 3 WednesdAY: MirAndA de eBro - loGroño Train trip to the Riojan town Haro, where we will visit a centenary winery. Lunch and free time or visit of the Wine Museum and Marqués de Riscal winery, one of the most important in the wine region of La Rioja, together with its well-known luxury hotel, designed by Frank Gehry. Back to the train where our dinner will
dAY 4 ThursdAY: leon After breakfast on board we will visit this monumental city, full of art treasures that attests to its historical importance. Return to the train late in the morning. End of trip at about 1:00 pm.
take place while the train is running to Logroño, the capital of La Rioja crossed by the river Ebro. Overnight in Logroño. dAY 4 ThursdAY: loGroño - zArAGozA We undertake our journey to Zaragoza while enjoying our last breakfast on board. Visit of this bimillinary city, which has the largest baroque church in Spain: the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady El Pilar. Back to the train and end of trip at approximately 1:00 pm.
AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: GROUpS
You can also hire the Al Andalus train exclusively for groups up to a maximum of 64 people. Business trips, leisure, conferences, incentives, product launches or filming are only some of the many activities that you can do on board. e group trips are according to customer preferences, with many possibilities from which to choose: • Duration: the customer can decide the number of days that the train will be hired for, among various possibilities . • Route: many possibilities throughout Spain. • Activities: visits and activities along the route are also flexible. You can place the emphasis on culture, nature, adventure, gastronomy, sport or any other variant or a careful blend of them all. • price: depending on the different variables, our booking staff will prepare the corresponding estimate. More information at www.renfe.com/trenesturisticos or by calling +34 902 555 902.
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: THe TRIp InCLUDeS The trip in Al Andalus includes an extensive brochure of services and activities to make our customers enjoy an experience as unique as unforgettable.
in junior suiTe • Accommodation in Junior Suite compartment on the train. • e most select gastronomy in dinners and lunches on board or at top restaurants. • Breakfasts à la carte or buffet products. • Gala dinner on board. • Live music and entertainments in the pub coach. • Activities on board: cocktails, show cooking, dancing, etc. • Programmed excursions with tickets to museums and monuments. • Luxury coach accompanying the train all the way. • Daily newspapers and magazines. • Security service. • Multilingual guide throughout the tour. • An excellent team at your disposal. in deluxe suiTe Everything included in the Junior Suite plus: • Accommodation in Deluxe Suite on the train. • Option of enjoying two private dinners/lunches in your compartment. • All non-alcoholic beverages requested at any time throughout the trip. • Two included transfers in Renfe trains: one to take you to the starting point of the tour and another one to take you back from the end point of the tour. • Possibility of the crew to pick up and tidy your baggage, placing your belongings in the wardrobe of the suite, both on arrival and at the end of the trip. Door-to-door luggage: you can hire the baggage and belongings collection and delivery service between the customer’s home and the train. Information on conditions in www.renfe.com and the Central Reservations Office of Tourist Trains (+34 902 555 902).
e programme is in accordance with the Conditions for Hiring of Tourist Train Services that are available to customers at www.renfe.com/trenesturisticos
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scheduled Trips cAlendAr Al Andalus offers in all its trips the possibility to choose between accommodation in Junior Suite or Deluxe Suite. The seats in both categories are subject to the availability in each route.
AndAlucíA Tour i: seville - seville 6 dAYs / 5 niGhTs Departure Dates: APRIL: 1* • 6 • 13 • 20 • 27 MAY: 4 • 11 • 18 • 25 JUNE: 1 • 8 SEPTEMBER: 14 • 21 • 28 OCTOBER: 5 • 12 • 19
riBerA de duero And riojA Tour: zArAGozA - leon 4 dAYs / 3 niGhTs Departure Dates: JULY: 6
riBerA de duero And riojA Tour: leon - zArAGozA 4 dAYs / 3 niGhTs Departure Dates: AUGUST: 31
* Holy Week Special Departure. Duration and price 5 days / 4 nigths.
AndAlucíA Tour ii: seville - GrAnAdA 4 dAYs / 3 niGhTs Departure Dates: APRIL: 6 • 13 • 20 • 27 MAY: 4 • 11 • 18 • 25 JUNE: 1 • 8 SEPTEMBER: 14 • 21 • 28 OCTOBER: 5 • 12 • 19 AndAlucíA Tour iii: GrAnAdA - seville 3 dAYs / 2 niGhTs Departure Dates: APRIL: 9 • 16 • 23 • 30 MAY: 7 • 14 • 21 • 28 JUNE: 4 • 11 SEPTEMBER: 17 • 24 OCTOBER: 1 • 8 • 15 • 22 exTreMAdurA Tour: seville - MAdrid 6 dAYs / 5 niGhTs Departure Dates: JUNE: 22 sprinG exTreMAdurAn Tour: seville - seville 4 dAYs / 3 niGhTs Departure Dates: MARCH: 19 cAMino de sAnTiAGo Tour: leon - leon 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Departure Dates: JULY: 13 • 20
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AL-AnDALUS TRAIn: pRICeS High season prices 6 Days / 5 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 2.822 EUR 1.411 EUR 3.366 EUR 1.683 EUR 1.346 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 2.978 EUR 1.490 EUR 3.553 EUR 1.777 EUR 1.421 EUR
Official Rate 3.135 EUR 1.568 EUR 3.740 EUR 1.870 EUR 1.496 EUR
High season prices 4 Days / 3 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 1.693 EUR 847 EUR 2.020 EUR 1.010 EUR 808 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 1.787 EUR 894 EUR 2.132 EUR 1.066 EUR 853 EUR
Official Rate 1.881 EUR 941 EUR 2.244 EUR 1.122 EUR 898 EUR
High season prices 3 Days / 2 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 1.129 EUR 564 EUR 1.364 EUR 673 EUR 539 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 1.191 EUR 596 EUR 1.421 EUR 711 EUR 569 EUR
Official Rate 1.254 EUR 627 EUR 1.496 EUR 748 EUR 599 EUR
Low season prices 6 Days / 5 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 2.565 EUR 1.283 EUR 3.060 EUR 1.530 EUR 1.224 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 2.708 EUR 1.354 EUR 3.230 EUR 1.615 EUR 1.292 EUR
Official Rate 2.850 EUR 1.425 EUR 3.400 EUR 1.700 EUR 1.360 EUR
Low season prices 5 Days / 4 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 2.052 EUR 1.026 EUR 2.448 EUR 1.224 EUR 979 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 2.166 EUR 1.083 EUR 2.584 EUR 1.292 EUR 1.034 EUR
Official Rate 2.280 EUR 1.140 EUR 2.720 EUR 1.360 EUR 1.088 EUR
Low season prices 4 Days / 3 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 1.539 EUR 770 EUR 1.836 EUR 918 EUR 734 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 1.625 EUR 812 EUR 1.938 EUR 969 EUR 775 EUR
Official Rate 1.710 EUR 855 EUR 2.040 EUR 1.020 EUR 816 EUR
Low season prices 3 Days / 2 nights Price per Person Junior Suite Junior Suite Individual Supplement Price per Person Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement Deluxe Suite Triple Supplement (Child or Adult)
booked 6 Months or more in advance 1.026 EUR 513 EUR 1.224 EUR 612 EUR 490 EUR
booked between 4 - 6 Months in Advance 1.083 EUR 542 EUR 1.292 EUR 646 EUR 517 EUR
Official Rate 1.140 EUR 570 EUR 1.360 EUR 680 EUR 544 EUR
HIGH SEASON: Trips that depart in May, June and September. LOW SEASON: Rest of the year.
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Dreams travel and become a reality on board El Transcantábrico. Strolling along a suggestive past that is present in every detail of a vintage train; living experiences around the pleasure to look, listen, smell, touch and taste; letting time flow in the cadence of a soft rattle which moves us forward discovering new experiences and sensations. e train, the suites, the route, the crew, the gastronomy... everything that El Transcantábrico offers is oriented towards a single goal: getting an unforgettable trip. El Transcantábrico was born as a result of a dream which seemed impossible more than thirty years ago: creating the first tourist train in Spain. After successive transformations and improvements, it is today a real luxury hotel on rails, whose historic rooms and suites combine perfectly the charm of the early 20th century reminiscent trains with the most advanced comfort of the 21st century.
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liFe on BoArd e comfortable rooms and the refined saloons of El Transcantábrico are full of charm places where you will live a pleasant and original travel experience.
sAloons El Transcantabrico saloons are real jewels of the railway heritage, and four of them are original Pullman cars of the twenties of the last century. All of them have been specifically renovated and decorated for this luxury train, and they are the perfect backdrop to serve the daily breakfasts a la carte and selected three course dinners and lunches designed by our renowned chef from northern Spain, Ramón Celorio. All a gastronomic experience that comes from the traditional kitchen of the regions facing the train, combined with the most modern trends of international cuisine. Bar service allows the traveler to enjoy at any time of a tea, espresso or a Dry Martini, either in the finely decorated saloons or your comfortable suite. At dusk or after dinner, parties, music, cultural and gastronomic activities or live performances are offered. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the day while we are making our visits. At night, and especially in the gala dinner, you can choose a more formal attire although it is not required to wear a formal dress at any time. e entire train, both rooms and lounges and restaurants, is connected internally allowing the free movement of travellers.
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e rooms of Al Andalus are designed for the customers’ rest and privacy and they have all the amenities which the first class accommodation offers. All suites are air-conditioned with independent adjustment. During the day the room is a comfortable living room with a sofa, while at night the beds are folded to become an impeccable bedroom.
deluxe suiTe A spacious wooden room with a saloon, bedroom and bathroom, and decorated with exclusive details. • Two metre long double bed or twin beds. A sofa which can be turned into a bed in the saloon. • Equipped with wardrobe, luggage rack, desk, safe, flat screen, music tuner, climate control, multimedia computer with free Internet connection, telephone and minibar. • A comfortable and spacious private bathroom with hidromassage shower/steam sauna, hairdryer and a varied set of welcome and bath items with unique fragance and toilet bag.
junior suiTe Comfortable and functional rooms decorated on wood and equipped with private bathroom. • Double bed. • Equipped with wardrobe, luggage rack, desk, safe, climate control, music tuner, internal telephone and minibar. • Private bathroom with hairdryer, hidromassage shower/ steam sauna, and a varied set of welcome and bath items with unique fragance and toil et bag.
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El Transcantabrico offers the possibility to choose the number of days on board, from a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 8 for the complete travels. All this in order to adapt the needs and duration of the trip that customers wish to. Each route combines an exquisite cuisine on board with first class restaurants in one of the most prestigious gastronomic areas in the world. Not in vain the trip runs through the North of Spain, where the greenness of its rugged orography will surprise us, wedged between the deep blue of the Cantabrian Sea and the mountains that overlook almost to the shore. Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country and Castilla y Leon have some of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe, made up of monumental traces of an ancient past. The travel experience balances carefully the train journey times, suggesting visits and excursions and booked moments to relax on board or stroll alone along some of our attractive destinations of the journey.
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dAY 1 sATurdAY: sAn seBAsTiAn - BilBAo villAsAnA de MenA Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in San Sebastian. Passengers reception, welcome and lunch in San Sebastian, a city of elegant beauty and home to major cultural events. Tour of the town after lunch and transfer by coach to Bilbao, where El Iranscantabrico is waiting. Reception and settling in on the train. Train trip to Villasana de Mena while enjoying our first dinner. Overnight in Villasana de Mena/Mercadillo. dAY 2 sundAY: villAsAnA de MenA - BilBAo sAnTAnder We travel to Bilbao while enjoying breakfast on the train. City tour, which includes the ticket to the famous Guggenheim Museum. At the end of the morning we will settle off to Santander while having lunch on the train. Free time and panoramic visit of the elegant capital of Cantabria. Those who wish, may visit the Casino after dinner. Overnight in Santander. dAY 3 MondAY: sAnTAnder - poTes - cABezon de lA sAl Train trip to Unquera station from which we will travel by coach through the gorge of La Hermida until we reach the Shrine of Santo
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Toribio de liebana and later Potes, known as the town of bridges and towers. Lunch and free afternoon before returning to the train. Dinner and overnight in Cabez贸n de la Sal. dAY 4 TuesdAY: cABezon de lA sAl - sAnTillAnA MAr - ArriondAs The day begins with the visit of Altamira Neocave, the greatest exponent of Upper Palaeolithic cave art. Later we visit Santillana del Mar with its beautifully preserved medieval old town. Train trip to the fishing village of Ribadesella, in Asturias. Free time to visit the town before we move on to Arriondas. Dinner and overnight in Arriondas.
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dAY 5 WednesdAY: ArriondAs - oviedo - cAndAs From Arriondas we will drive up to the Picos de Europa National Park to visit the Shrine of Covadonga. Before coming back to the train, it is planned to continue to Enol Lake and pass by Cangas de Onis in our way back, the first medieval capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. Trip to Oviedo, monumental and historic capital of the Principality of Asturias. Free afternoon with the optional visit of the city. Dinner on board and overnight in Candas.
dAY 6 ThursdAY: cAndAs - Aviles - Gijon - luArcA The day begins with the visit of Aviles, the ancient city that has preserved its valuable historic old town. Then we go to Gij贸n, a city that is as open to the Cantabrian Sea as it is full of cultural events. Visit and lunch before keeping on the journey to Luarca, a valuable seaside town embedded in a stunning landscape. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Luarca. dAY 7 FridAY: luArcA - riBAdeo - viveiro We travel through the western Asturias to Ribadeo, the first Galician town where the train runs into. We will go by coach to the Las Catedrales Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world when the sea is at low tide. Back to Ribadeo for lunch and train trip in the afternoon to the historic town of Viveiro. Dinner and overnight in Viveiro. dAY 8 sATurdAY: viveiro - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA The train will take us from Viveiro to Ferrol while enjoying our last breakfast on board. By coach we will reach the final destination of our journey, Santiago de Compostela, destination of pilgrims for a millennium, and a city full of artistic jewels. End of trip after the tour in Santiago de Compostela.
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dAY 1 sATurdAY: sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA viveiro Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in Santiago de Compostela. Following the reception, we will visit the historic centre of this city, destination of pilgrims for a millennium, and where we will contemplate artistic jewels. After lunch, we will go by coach to Ferrol where the crew's welcome is waiting on the train. Trip to the historic town of Viveiro. Dinner and overnight. dAY 2 sundAY: viveiro - riBAdeo - luArcA Train trip to Ribadeo, town located on the border between Galicia and Asturias. From here we will go by coach along the coast of Lugo to the Las Catedrales Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world when the sea is at low tide. Lunch in Ribadeo and free time before returning to the train. We continue our journey crossing landscapes in western Asturias until we reach Luarca, the White Town of the Green Coast. Dinner and overnight Luarca. dAY 3 MondAY: luArcA - Aviles - Gijon - oviedo - cAndAs After the train trip to Candas, the first visit of the day is Aviles, the ancient city par excellence that has preserved its valuable historic old town. Then we go to Gijon, a city that is as open to
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the Cantabrian Sea as it is full of cultural events. Visit and lunch before we continue the journey to Oviedo, monumental city and historic capital of the Principality of Asturias. Visit and free time. Dinner on board and overnight in Candas. dAY 4 TuesdAY: cAndAs - ArriondAs - llAnes Trip to Arriondas to drive up to the Picos de Europa National Park and visit the Shrine of Covadonga. Before coming back to the train, it is planned to continue to Enol Lake and pass by Cangas de Onis in our way back, the first medieval capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. Trip to Llanes, a valuable seaside town in the eastern Asturias. Visit and free time. Dinner and overnight in Llanes. dAY 5 WednesdAY: ArriondAs - oviedo - cAndAs Train trip from Asturias to Cantabria and transfer by coach through the gorge of La Hermida until we reach the Shrine of Santo Toribio de tiebana and later Potes, known as the town of bridges and towers. After the visit of this charming little village, we will have lunch and free time. Dinner and overnight in Cabez贸n de la Sal. dAY 6 ThursdAY: cABez贸n de lA sAl - sAnTillAnA del MAr - sAnTAnder The Neocave of Altamira, the greatest exponent
of Upper Palaeolithic cave art, is our first visit of the day. Later we keep on visiting the town of Santillana del Mar, with its beautifully preserved medieval old town. In the afternoon we will go to Santander, the elegant capital of Cantabria. Those who wish, may visit the Casino after dinner. Overnight in Santander. dAY 7 FridAY: sAnTAnder - BilBAo - villAsAnA de MenA Train trip to Bilbao, a historic city that has managed to reinvent itself after the decline of its historic heavy industry. Our visit includes the ticket to the famous Guggenheim Museum, symbol of the new Bilbao. Free afternoon and back to the train. Dinner and overnight in Villasana de Mena/Mercadillo. dAY 8 sATurdAY: villAsAnA de MenA - sAn seBAsTiAn While enjoying our last breakfast on board, we arrive in Bilbao, where we will take the coach to the final destination of our trip: San Sebastian. We will visit this city, cultural capital famous for its beauty and its major events. End of trip after the tour in San Sebastian.
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dAY 1 sATurdAY: leon - cisTiernA Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in Leon, where we will visit the monumental traces of its rich history. After lunch, we will return to the train, where the crew will welcome us and we can settle into our suites on board. Trip to Cistierna and free time. Dinner and overnight in Cistierna. dAY 2 sundAY: cisTiernA - villAsAnA de MenA In the morning we will visit the Roman villa La Olmeda in Saldana and its superb collection of mosaics. en we will go to one of the best collections of Romanesque Art in Europe, located in the Palencia villages of Carrion de los Condes, Villalcazar de Sirga and Frornista. Back to the train and trip while enjoying some stunning scenery of Villasana de Mena. Dinner and overnight in Villasana de Mena / Mercadillo. dAY 3 MondAY: villAsAnA de MenA - BilBAo sAnTAnder Train trip to Bilbao, a historic city full of dynamism that has managed to reinvent itself after the decline of its heavy industry (in July and August the ticket to the Guggenheim Museum is included). Lunch on board while travelling to Santander, the elegant capital of Cantabria. Free time, city tour and dinner in a typical restaurant. ose who wish, may visit the Casino after dinner. Overnight in Santander.
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dAY 4 TuesdAY: sAnTAnder - cABezón de lA sAlriBAdesellA - ArriondAs Trip to Cabezón de la Sal, from where we will leave to the Neocave of Altamira, the greatest exponent of Upper Palaeolithic cave art. Later we will visit the town of Santillana del Mar with its beautifully preserved medieval old town. Later we will travel by train to the marine village of Ribadesella, in Asturias. Free time to visit the town before we leave to Arriondas. Dinner on board and overnight in Arriondas. dAY 5 WednesdAY: ArriondAs - oviedo - cAndAs The day begins driving up to the Picos de Europa National Park and visit the Shrine of Covadonga. Before coming back to the train, it is planned to continue to Enol Lake and pass by Cangas de Onis in our way back, the first medieval capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. Trip to Oviedo, monumental and historic city which is the capital of the Principality of Asturias. Free afternoon with optional visit to the city. Dinner on board and overnight in Candas. dAY 6 ThursdAY: cAndAs - Aviles - Gijon luArcA We begin the day discovering Aviles, ancient city that has preserved its valuable historic old town. Then we go to Gijon, a city that is open to the
Cantabrian Sea and full of cultural events. After the visit and lunch, we continue our journey to Luarca, the White Town of the Green Coast, nestled between steep landscapes that lead to the sea. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Luarca. dAY 7 FridAY: luArcA - riBAdeo - viveiro Train trip to Ribadeo, in Galician lands, from where we will get near the Las Catedrales Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world when the sea is at low tide. Lunch in Ribadeo and in the afternoon we will travel to the historic town of Viveiro, capital of the region of A Marina Occidental. Dinner and overnight in Viveiro. dAY 8 sATurdAY: viveiro - Ferrol- sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA While enjoying our last breakfast on board, we will arrive in Ferrol. We will travel by coach to Santiago de Compostela, pilgrims' destination for a millennium, where we will visit the iconic capital of Galicia to admire artistic jewels such as the Cathedral and the Plaza del Obradoiro. End of trip after the tour in Santiago de Compostela.
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dAY 1 sATurdAY: sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA viveiro Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in Santiago de Compostela. After the reception, we will visit the emblematic Galician capital where we will visit the artistic jewels such as the Cathedral and the Plaza del Obradoiro. Lunch and transfer to Ferrol, where the train is waiting, and on which we will receive a welcome from the crew. Trip to the historic village of Vivero, capital of the region of A Marina Occidental. Dinner and overnight in Viveiro. ďżźdAY 2 sundAY: viveiro - riBAdeo - luArcA Train trip to Ribadeo, Galician town located right on the border with Asturias. From here we will get near Las Catedrales Beach, considered one of the most spectacular beaches in the world when the sea is at low tide. Lunch in Ribadeo before we continue the journey along the western Asturias to get to Luarca, the White Town of the Green Coast. Dinner and overnight in Luarca. dAY 3 MondAY: luArcA - Aviles - Gijon - oviedo - cAndAs After the train trip to Candas, our first destination will be Aviles, ancient city that has
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preserved its valuable historic old town. Trip to Gijon, a city that is open to the Cantabrian Sea and full of cultural life. Tour and lunch before we keep on to Oviedo, capital of the Principality of Asturias. Visit and free time. Dinner on board and overnight in Candas. dAY 4 TuesdAY: cAndAs - ArriondAs - llAnes Trip to Arriondas to drive up to the Picos de Europa National Park and visit the Shrine of Covadonga. Before coming back to the train, it is planned to continue to Enol Lake and pass by Can gas de Onis, the first medieval capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. Trip to Llanes, a very pretty fishing town in eastern Asturias. Tour and free time. Dinner and overnight in Llanes. dAY 5 WednesdAY: llAnes - cABezon de lA sAlsAnTillAnA del MAr - sAnTAnder Train trip to Cantabria to transfer to the Neocave of Altamira, the greatest exponent of Upper Palaeolithic cave art. Later we will visit the town of Santillana del Mar with its beautifully preserved medieval old town. Trip to Santander, the elegant capital of Cantabria. Free time, city tour and dinner in a typical restaurant. Those who wish, may visit the Casino after dinner. Overnight in Santander.
dAY 6 ThursdAY: sAnTAnder - BilBAo - villAsAnA de MenA While enjoying breakfast on board, we will arrive by train in Bilbao, a historic city full of dynamism that has managed to reinvent itself after the decline of its heavy industry history. Our visit includes the ticket to the famous Guggenheim Museum, symbol of this new Bilbao. Lunch and free afternoon. Back to the train and trip to Villasana de Mena/Mercadillo. Dinner and overnight. dAY 7 FridAY: villAsAnA de MenA - cisTiernA We will travel to inland Castilla through the stunning scenery of the Valle de Mena. î “e morning will feature the Romanesque Palencia with three towns that have preserved architectural treasures in this artistic style: Villakazar de Sirga, Carrion de los Condes and Frornista. After a typical lunch in Villakazar, we will visit the Roman villa of La Olmeda in Saldana. Back to the train and trip to Cistierna. Dinner and overnight. dAY 8 sATurdAY: cisTiernA - leon On our last day and while having breakfast, we will travel from Cistierna to Leon, where we will visit the monumental traces of its rich history. End of our trip after the city tour in Leon
eL TRAnSCAnTABRICO TRAIn: GROUpS
You can also hire El Transcantábrico train exclusively for groups up to a maximum of 50 people. Business trips, leisure, conferences, incentives, product launches or filming are only some of the many activities that you can do on board. e group trips are according to customer preferences, with many possibilities from which to choose: • Duration: the customer can decide the number of days that the train will be hired for, among various possibilities . • Route: there are more than 1.200 kilometres of metre-gauge in northern Spain to plot routes and stops to measure. • Activities: visits and activities along the route are also flexible. You can place the emphasis on culture, nature, adventure, gastronomy, sport or any other variant or a careful blend of them all. • price: depending on the different variables, our booking staff will prepare the corresponding estimate. More information at www.renfe.com/trenesturisticos or by calling +34 902 555 902.
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eL TRAnSCAnTABRICO TRAIn: THe TRIp InCLUDeS The trip in El Transcantábrico includes an extensive brochure of services and activities to make our customers enjoy an experience as unique as unforgettable.
in junior suiTe • Accommodation in Junior Suite compartment on the train. • e most select gastronomy in dinners and lunches on board or at top restaurants. • Breakfasts à la carte or buffet products. • Gala dinner on board. • Live music and entertainments in the pub coach. • Activities on board: cocktails, show cooking, dancing, etc. • Programmed excursions with tickets to museums and monuments. • Luxury coach accompanying the train all the way. • Daily newspapers and magazines. • Security service. • Multilingual guide throughout the tour. • An excellent team at your disposal. in deluxe suiTe Everything included in the Junior Suite plus: • Accommodation in Gran Lujo Suite on the train. • Option of enjoying two private dinners/lunches in your compartment. • All non-alcoholic beverages requested at any time throughout the trip. • Two included transfers in Renfe trains: one to take you to the starting point of the tour and another one to take you back from the end point of the tour. • Possibility of the crew to pick up and tidy your baggage, placing your belongings in the wardrobe of the suite, both on arrival and at the end of the trip. Door-to-door luggage: you can hire the baggage and belongings collection and delivery service between the customer’s home and the train. Information on conditions in www.renfe.com and the Central Reservations Office of Tourist Trains (+34 902 555 902).
e programme is in accordance with the Conditions for Hiring of Tourist Train Services that are available to customers at www.renfe.com/trenesturisticos
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eL TRAnSCAnTABRICO TRAIn: DepARTURe DATeS scheduled Trips cAlendAr El Transcantábrico offers in all its travels the possibility to choose between accommodation in Junior Suite or Deluxe Suite. The seats in both categories are subject to the availability in each route.
sAn seBAsTiAn - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA 8 dAYs / 7 niGhTs Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 4 AUGUST: 1 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - sAn seBAsTiAn 8 dAYs / 7 niGhTs Departure Dates: APRIL: 4 • 18 MAY: 2 • 16 • 30 JUNE: 13 • 27 JULY: 25 SEPTEMBER: 5 OCTOBER: 3 • 17 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - leon 8 dAYs / 7 niGhTs Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 18 AUGUST: 29 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24 león - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA 8 dAYs / 7 niGhTs Departure Dates: APRIL: 4 • 18 MAY: 2 • 16 • 30 JUNE: 13 • 27 JULY: 25 SEPTEMBER: 5 • 19 OCTOBER: 3 • 17
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e route and the activities of the following trips correspond to those which appear in the route San Sebastian - Santiago de Compostela, and vice versa. Your travel agent will tell you the exact meeting point and end of each route. sAn seBAsTiAn - Gijon 6 dAYs / 5 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in San Sebastian. End of trip in Gijon after lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 4 AUGUST: 1 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24 oviedo - sAn seBAsTiAn 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous in Oviedo at the appointed time and transfer to Arriondas. End of trip in San Sebastian before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 7 • 21 MAY: 5 • 19 JUNE: 2 • 16 • 30 JULY: 28 SEPTEMBER: 8 OCTOBER: 6 • 20
BilBAo - Gijon 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous at 10:00 am (on board) at La Concordia station in Bilbao. Accomodation on the train during the afternoon. End of trip in Gijon after lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 29 APRIL: 26 MAY: 10 • 24 JUNE: 7 • 21 JULY: 5 AUGUST: 2 SEPTEMBER: 13 • 27 OCTOBER: 11 • 25 BilBAo - Gijon 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in San Sebastián. End of trip in Santillana del Mar after lunch or in Santander before lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 4 AUGUST: 1 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24
eL TRAnSCAnTABRICO TRAIn: DepARTURe DATeS e route and the activities of the following trips correspond to those which appear in the route León - Santiago de Compostela, and vice versa. Your travel agent will tell you the exact meeting point and end of each route. sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - BilBAo 6 dAYs / 5 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in Santiago de Compostela. End of trip in Bilbao after lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 18 AUGUST: 29 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24 BilBAo - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA 6 dAYs / 5 niGhTs Rendezvous at 10:00 am (on board) at La Concordia station in Bilbao. Accomodation on the train during the afternoon. End of trip in Santiago de Compostela before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 6 MAY: 4 • 18 JUNE: 1 • 15 • 29 JULY: 27 SEPTEMBER: 7 • 21 OCTOBER: 5 • 19 oviedo - leon 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous in Oviedo at the appointed time and transfer to Arriondas. End of trip in León before lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 31 APRIL: 28 MAY: 12 • 26 JUNE: 9 • 23 JULY: 21 SEPTEMBER: 1 • 15 • 29 OCTOBER: 13 • 27 sAnTAnder - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous at 08:00 am (on board) at FEVE station in Santander. Accomodation on the train during the afternoon. End of trip in Santiago de Compostela before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 7 MAY: 5 • 19 JUNE: 2 • 16 • 30 JULY: 28
SEPTEMBER: 8 • 22 OCTOBER: 6 • 20 leon - oviedo 5 dAYs / 4 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in León. End of trip in Oviedo after lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 4 MAY: 2 • 16 • 30 JUNE: 13 • 27 JULY: 25 SEPTEMBER: 5 • 19 OCTOBER: 3 • 17 leon - sAnTillAnA del MAr / sAnTAnder 4 dAYs / 3 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in León. End of trip in Santillana del Mar after lunch or in Santander before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 4 MAY: 2 • 16 • 30 JUNE: 13 • 27 JULY: 25 SEPTEMBER: 5 • 19 OCTOBER: 3 • 17 oviedo - sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA 3 dAYs / 2 niGhTs Rendezvous in Oviedo at the appointed time and transfer to Arriondas. End of trip in León before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 9 MAY: 7 • 21 JUNE: 4 • 18 JULY: 2 • 30 SEPTEMBER: 10 • 24 OCTOBER: 1 • 15 • 29 BilBAo - leon 3 dAYs / 2 niGhTs Rendezvous at 10:00 am at La Concordia station in Bilbao. Accomodation on the train during the afternoon. End of trip in León before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 2 • 30 MAY: 14 • 28 JUNE: 11 • 25 JULY: 23 SEPTEMBER: 3 • 17 OCTOBER: 1 • 15 • 29
leon - BilBAo 3 dAYs / 2 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in León. End of trip in Bilbao before lunch. Departure Dates: APRIL: 4 MAY: 2 • 16 • 30 JUNE: 13 • 27 JULY: 25 SEPTEMBER: 5 • 19 OCTOBER: 3 • 17 sAnTiAGo de coMposTelA - Gijon 3 dAYs / 2 niGhTs Rendezvous at 12:00 pm in Santiago de Compostela. End of trip in Gijon after lunch. Departure Dates: MARCH: 28 APRIL: 25 MAY: 9 • 23 JUNE: 6 • 20 JULY: 18 AUGUST: 29 SEPTEMBER: 12 • 26 OCTOBER: 10 • 24
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eL TRAnSCAnTABRICO TRAIn: pRICeS High season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 8 Days / 7 nights more in advance Months in Advance Price per Person Junior Suite 2.822 EUR 2.978 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 1.411 EUR 1.490 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 4.050 EUR 4.275 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 2.025 EUR 2.138 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 1.710 EUR 1.805 EUR
Official Rate 3.135 EUR 1.568 EUR 4.500 EUR 2.250 EUR 1.900 EUR
High season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 6 Days / 5 nights more in advance Months in Advance Price per Person Junior Suite 2.016 EUR 2.128 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 1.008 EUR 1.064 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 2.893 EUR 3.054 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 1.446 EUR 1.527 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 1.221 EUR 1.289 EUR
Official Rate 2.240 EUR 1.120 EUR 3.214 EUR 1.607 EUR 1.357 EUR
High season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 5 Days / 4 nights more in advance Months in Advance Price per Person Junior Suite 1.613 EUR 1.702 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 806 EUR 851 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 2.314 EUR 2.443 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 1.157 EUR 1.221 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 977 EUR 1.031 EUR
Official Rate 1.792 EUR 896 EUR 2.571 EUR 1.286 EUR 1.086 EUR
High season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 Official 4 Days / 3 nights more in advance Months in Advance Rate Price per Person Junior Suite 1.210 EUR 1.277 EUR 1.344 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 605 EUR 638 EUR 672 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 1.736 EUR 1.832 EUR 1.929 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 868 EUR 916 EUR 964 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 733 EUR 774 EUR 814 EUR High season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 Official 5 Days / 4 nights more in advance Months in Advance Rate Price per Person Junior Suite 806 EUR 851 EUR 896 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 403 EUR 426 EUR 448 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 1.157 EUR 1.221 EUR 1.286 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 579 EUR 611 EUR 643 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 489 EUR 516 EUR 543 EUR
Low season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 8 Days / 7 nights more in advance Months in Advance Price per Person Junior Suite 2.565 EUR 2.708 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 1.283 EUR 1.354 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 3.825 EUR 4.038 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 1.913 EUR 2.019 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 1.530 EUR 1.615 EUR
Official Rate 2.850 EUR 1.425 EUR 4.250 EUR 2.125 EUR 1.700 EUR
Low season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 Official 5 Days / 4 nights more in advance Months in Advance Rate Price per Person Junior Suite 1.465 EUR 1.547 EUR 1.628 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 734 EUR 775 EUR 816 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 2.186 EUR 2.307 EUR 2.429 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 1.093 EUR 1.154 EUR 1.214 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 874 EUR 923 EUR 971 EUR
Low season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 6 Days / 5 nights more in advance Months in Advance Price per Person Junior Suite 1.832 EUR 1.933 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 918 EUR 969 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 2.732 EUR 2.884 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 1.366 EUR 1.442 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 1.093 EUR 1.154 EUR
Official Rate 2.035 EUR 1.020 EUR 3.036 EUR 1.518 EUR 1.214 EUR
Low season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 Official 4 Days / 3 nights more in advance Months in Advance Rate Price per Person Junior Suite 1.099 EUR 1.160 EUR 1.221 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 551 EUR 581 EUR 612 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 1.639 EUR 1.730 EUR 1.821 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 820 EUR 865 EUR 911 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 656 EUR 692 EUR 729 EUR Low season prices booked 6 Months or booked between 4 - 6 Official 5 Days / 4 nights more in advance Months in Advance Rate Price per Person Junior Suite 733 EUR 773 EUR 814 EUR Junior Suite Individual Supplement 366 EUR 387 EUR 407 EUR Price per Person Deluxe Suite 1.093 EUR 1.154 EUR 1.214 EUR Deluxe Suite Individual Supplement 546 EUR 577 EUR 607 EUR Deluxe Suite Triple Suppl. (Child or Adult) 437 EUR 461 EUR 486 EUR
HIGH SEASON: Trips that depart in May, June and September. LOW SEASON: Rest of the year.
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along the land of Don Quixote, “e man from La Mancha”, along the way observes vast vineyards. Cross through the natural border of “Despeñaperros” and get into Andalucía, a region for itself that shows an enormous heritage from a splendorous past. Reach Cordoba. Impressive tour of its Mosque and other sites that will ease our mind and spirit strolling through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, after a short two hours ride reach Sevilla. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. dAY 1 MondAY: MAdrid Arrive in Madrid and enjoy a welcome drink and orientation session at the hotel this evening. . Accommodation at the hotel dAY 2 TuesdAY: MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of Madrid; find the medieval origins of the city, like the Arabic fortress, at the Barrio de la Morería, characterized by the antiquity of its buildings drive through the courtesan district of the Hapsburgs characterised by Phillip II and his Renaissance and Baroque style buildings, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace (visit inside), Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. Admire the XIX C. works such as Prado Museum. e contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, Plaza Castilla and Parque del Oeste, as well as commercial and financial zones of Modern Madrid, the emblematic Las Ventas Bullring and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. Balance of the day free to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Accommodation at the hotel. dAY 3 WednesdAY: MAdrid - córdoBA - seville Breakfast at the hotel. Pick up from your hotel and transfer to JULIÁ TRAVEL bus terminal (Plaza de España 7). Departure at 08:30 a.m drive southward
dAY 4 ThursdAY: seville Breakfast at the hotel. Morning Monumental and Panoramic city tour – the Cathedral (vist insiide), the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome. e Santa Cruz Quarter, a natural scenario of “Carmen” as well as a precisely where the myth of “Don Juan” developed. e Maria Luisa Park and Spain square. - Afternoon at leisure for you to discover exclusive views, specific flavours of this active full of light city. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Optional Flamenco tour.
dAY 7 sundAY: MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel and END OF OUR SERVICES. (*) During stay in Madrid, tour escort service is not available.
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: Madrid (3 nights): Seville (2 nights): Granada (1 night):
Husa Princesa 4* Sup Meliá Sevilla 4* Carmen hotel 4*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO dAY 5 FridAY: seville - GrAnAdA After breakfast at the hotel drive east through the Caliphate road to the heart of Andalucia observing an endless number of olive trees on the way to Granada and its incredible and amazing monumental environment, last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world famous Alhambra (Red Palace) and Generalife Gardens, fountains, gardens, patios that have inspired several authors with its sound and sights, such as the “Tales of the Alhambra” by W. Irving. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Optional Gipsy Flamenco show at Sacromonte quarter. dAY 6 sATurdAY: GrAnAdA - Toledo - MAdrid Breakfast at the hotel. Drive northward where it emerges, toward the sky of Castilla and surrounded
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by the Tagus river, the impressive Imperial city of Toledo -World Heritage City- where the three cultures Christians, Moorish and Jewish, have lived together. Resume of the Spanish art, history and spirituality the whole town is a National Monument. e City tour will includes the most important monuments, its narrow streets and the famous “Damasquinado” (gold and silver inlaying in iron). Continue to Madrid. Accommodation at the hotel.
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
1.050
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.400
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES ON MONDAY: APRIL: 13. MAY: 04 AND 25. JUNE: 22. SEPTEMbER: 07 AND 21. OCTObER: 12 AND 26. MAXIMUM ACCEPTED PER DEPARTURE 25 PARTICIPANTS
The price includes: - 6 nights First class hotels accommodation. daily breakfast and 3 dinners (mineral water and glass of wine included - Guided visits in Madrid, cordoba, seville, Granada and Toledo - Tour escort during the tour - Air conditioned deluxe motor-coach
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dAY 1: lisBon - sinTrA - cABo dA rocA - cAscAis - esToril - lisBon We leave in direction of the majestic and romantic Pena Palace, an astonishing fairytale castle,located in one of the highest peaks of Sintra mountain range. At the end of the morning free time to walk in the streets of the village of Sintra (Cultural Landscape by UNESCO) that enchanted Kings and inspiredpoets to appreciate the several handicraft shops and tea-rooms to taste the delicious local sweets like the “queijadas” or the “travesseiros”. We leave to Colares*, region demarcated and recognized for its table wines, following until Cabo da Roca, the most western point in continental Europe, passing for the beach of Guincho until Boca do Inferno always sea viewing enjoying the landscape until Cascais where we take a glimpse of the fishing port. We return to Lisbon by Estoril Coast where we can have a panoramic view of the Casino and its gardens. Lisbon- overnight.
and the famous Pousada do Castelo. en we go on to Alcobaça to visit the church of the Monastery (World Heritage by UNESCO), the longest and first entire church in gothic style in Portugal, where e can admire the tombs of D. Pedro and of D. Inês de Castro. Our lunch will be at Nazaré, the most typical and colourful Portuguese fishing village. If possible, we go to Sítio from where we enjoy a beautiful view over the beach and the Ocean. In the afternoon we visit the wonderful church of Batalha Monastery (World Heritage by UNESCO) a masterpiece in gothic style, with his beautiful stained-glass windows. en we arrive at the Sanctuary of our Lady of Fátima centre of Christian faith and world pilgrimage. To visit; the Basilica with the tombs of: Lúcia, Francisco and Jacinta; the Apparition Chapel, heart of the shrine. If possible, time to attend mass. We return to Lisbon by a rich agricultural region. Lisbon- ovenight.
dAY 2: lisBon - óBidos - AlcoBAçA - nAzAre BATAlhA - FAT́ iMA - lisBon Leaving Lisbon, we head north. Our first stop will be at Óbidos, a small village surrounded by medieval walls, with its typical whitewashed houses and wrought iron balconies, its handcraft
dAY 3: lisBoA - evorA - lisBoA One day discovering the town of Évora, mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisboa, we cross the bridge over the river Tejo where by a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees and vineyards we arrive at Évora - World Heritage of UNESCO. In the narrow streets of
the whitewashed town of Évora we walk along the time visiting some of the most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-gothic Cathedral, Saint Francis Church whit the “Bones Chapel“, and the University. At the market we see and feel the richness of product used to prepare one of the most elaborated and appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Along the visit we also admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicraft with cork, ceramic and copper objects. Time to lunch. In the afternoon we depart to Azeitão where we visit one of the oldest and most important wine cellars in Portugal and, at the end of the visit we taste the traditional Moscatel de Setúbal.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO LOW 2015 HIGH 2015 LOW 2016 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
315
336
331
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
345
375
363
LOW SEASON 2015: 01/01/2015 - 31/03/2015 HIGH SEASON 2015: 01/04/2015 - 31/10/2015 LOW SEASON 2016: 01/11/2015 - 31/03/2016 REMARkS: Departure: 9.00 a.m. Frequency: From April to October 2015 - Daily except Wednesday From January 2015 to March 2015 and from November 2015 to March 2016 - Thursday, Friday and Saturday All tours depart from terminal Marquês de Pombal (Lisbon) and includes Free Pick-up at any Lisbon Hotel. Mininum 4 people per Tour
The price includes: - Accommodation on buffet breakfast bases at hotel lutecia,4* or similar in lisboa - Transport by air conditioned bus or minivan as per detailed itinerary -guide during all tour - entrances into following monuments: palacio da pena(sintra), claustros Mosteiro da Batalha (Batalha), catedral de évora, igreja de s. Francisco e capela dos ossos (evora)
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cooked in a copper pan (cataplana), - never forgetting the fine sweets such as the famous marzipans, almond and fig cakes. Return to the hotel, where, the afternoon at leisure invites you to take a dip in the warm sea. Lagos - overnight
dAY 1 sATurdAY: lisBon - evorA (140 kM) One day discovering the town of Évora, mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisbon, we cross the bridge over the river Tejo where by a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees and vineyards we arrive at Évora - World Heritage of UNESCO. In the narrow streets of the whitewashed town of Évora we walk along the time visiting some of the most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-gothic Cathedral, Saint Francis Church whit the “Bones Chapel“, and the University. At the market we see and feel the richness of product used to prepare one of the most elaborated and appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Along the visit we also admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicraft with cork, ceramic and copper objects. Time to lunch. In the afternoon, free time for a better discover of the city. Our suggestion: wine, cheese and olive oil gourmet proof. Évora - overnight dAY 2 sundAY: evorA - BejA - silves - lAGos (250 kM) Breakfast in hotel. Part of the morning at leisure in Évora, and then driving southward passing Beja (stop) were the highest tower of Portuguese Medieval castles dominates the town and the
region. Crossing small mountains we enter in the Algarve. By fields of orange trees we arrive to Silves (stop), the renowned town dominated by its red sandstone castle dating back mainly to Moorish times and by the memory of is former cork industry. Continue to the golden sands of the Algarve passing by Praia da Rocha to Lagos. Lagos - overnight dAY 3 MondAY: lAGos - ponTA dA piedAde - sAGres - cABo de s. vicenTe - lAGos (140 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. The Algarve has the call of the sea that led to the discovery of the New World. Stop in Ponta da Piedade (stop) and admire the magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean, and cliffs whose shapes have been sculpted by the erosive action of both the sea and time. Continue to Sagres (stop), a fishing port, for a visit to the fortress was the mythical “navigation school” forever linked with the presence of Prince Henry the Navigator during the first days of Atlantic navigation and the discovery of the African coast. Proceeding along the cliffs to Cabo São Vincente (stop), the most southwestern point in Europe. The city of Lagos, a cosmopolitan town with marina and fishing port where you can taste the delicious Algarve dishes, such as the fish and shellfish
dAY 4 TuesdAY: lAGos - seTúBAl - serrA dA ArrÁBidA - lisBon (330 kM) A last look at the water while traveling along the coast, to say farewell to the Algarve. The return trip to Lisbon will take you by the city of Setubal (stop), a major port and industrial centre on the north bank of the Sado estuary. Then the scenic route over the Arrábida Mountain Range, an area preserved as a NaturalPark, with an amazing scenery and unique vegetation at the gates of Lisbon, and savour the sweeping views of the Tróia Peninsula. Crossing the bridge over the Tejo River, arrival to Lisbon.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
LOW 2015 MIDDLE 2015 HIGH 2015 LOW 2016
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
565
667
806
599
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
643
775
947
767
LOW SEASON 2015:
01/01/2015 - 31/03/2015
MIDDLE SEASON 2015:
01/04/2015 - 31/05/2015 01/10/2015 - 31/10/2015
HIGH SEASON 2015:
01/06/2015 - 30/09/2015
LOW SEASON 2016:
01/11/2015 - 31/03/2016
REMARkS: Departure: 9.00 a.m. Frequency: Saturdays (on guaranteed dates) All tours depart from terminal Marquês de Pombal (Lisbon) and includes Free Pick-up at any Lisbon Hotel. Mininum 4 people per Tour
The price includes: - Accommodation on buffet breakfast bases on the following hotels, or similar: hotel Muralhas Mar d'Ar 4* in évora, hotel vila Galé lagos 4* in lagos - Transport by air conditioned bus or minivan as per detailed itinerary - Guide during all tour - entrances into following Bones chapel (évora), são Francisco church (évora), évora ś cathedral, são vicente Fortress (sagres)
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inviting us to make a morning visit to discover the riverside area, old houses, palaces, churches that history has made eternal and Port wine, known worldwide. Afternoon free. Porto - overnight
dAY 1 sATurdAY: lisBon - óBidos - AlcoBAçA nAzAre - BATAlhA - FAT́ iMA (217 kM) By a landscape rich in windmills and fruit trees we arrive to Óbidos (stop), surrounded by medieval walls where we can admire the harmony of the architecture, the diversity of the handicrafts and taste the famous ginginha (bitter cherry liqueur).Visit Alcobaça (stop) with the first and largest gothic church in Portugal with the tombs of D.Pedro and Inês de Castro, known by it’s love story. Stopping in Nazaré (stop), a typical fishing village and seaside resort, with its traditions and legends. We continue to Batalha (stop) - visit the Monastery of Santa Maria de Victoria, a masterpiece of the gothic in Portugal where we can find the tomb of Henry the Navigator, the promoter of the maritime discoveries. After we arrive to Fátima (stop), the famous Marian Shrine. Possibility to assist the Candle procession. Fátima - overnight.
dAY 2 sundAY: FAT́ iMA - coiMBrA - Aveiro - porTo (270 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Coimbra (stop) - visit of the University, one of the oldest in the world, with its magnificent baroque library and its unique atmosphere characterised by ancient traditions and customs such as the black cape of the students and the melancholic fado music. Stop at St Clara Church, where lies the tomb of Queen St. Isabel, the protagonist of the “miracle of the roses”. In the center you can admire the exclusive ceramic of Coimbra. In the afternoon we continue to Aveiro (stop), city of the canals, known as the “Portuguese Venice”, where you shall have time to see the graceful boats “moliceiros” and taste the local sweets “ovos moles”. Drive to Oporto. Porto - overnight. dAY 3 MondAY: porTo Porto the 2nd city of Portugal and world heritage by UNESCO - a living amphitheatre
dAY 4 TuesdAY: porTo - GuiMArÃes - BrAGA BArcelos - porTo (178 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour to the Minho, the northwest region of Portugal that offers natural green sceneries and the sparkling “green wine”. Starting by Guimarães (stop) - the cradle of the nation, birthplace of the first king of Portugal, where, walking along the historic center, for moments one is plunged back into medieval times. Visit the Sacred Hill, crowned by the Castle, as well the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, which original building dates back to the 15th centuries. Drive to Braga (stop) known as the "Portuguese Rome" for its concentration of religious architecture, as the oldest Cathedral of the country, and the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary with famous baroque stairway and gardens. After we shall continue to Barcelos (stop), an historical city rich in popular handicraft where the Galo de Barcelos (the rooster of Barcelos) legend was born becoming, the rooster, a Portuguese icon. Return to Porto. Porto - overnight dAY 5 WednesdAY: porTo - AMArAnTe - vilA reAl douro vAlleY - lAMeGo - viseu - urGeiricA̧ (254 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Amarante (stop), a pretty town proud of São Gonçalo known for the promotion of love and marriage were the monastery facing the river houses his tomb and his
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lively bustling market where you can find fruit, vegetables, chickens, cloths, and an immense variety of other popular items. After, drive to Vila Real (stop) - visiting the gardens of the manor of Mateus, which façade is still depicted on the well-known Portuguese Rose wine bottles. en we enter in the Port wine region, travelling through the vineyards and the breathtaking landscapes of the Douro Valley. Stop in Lamego, overlooked by one of Portugal´s most important shrines N.S. Remédios with its magnificent baroque style staircase.Maybe you will try some of the local delicacies such as the local ham or the famous “Bola de Lamego” (a loaf baked in the oven with smoked ham). Continue to the mountainous hinterland to Viseu (stop), center of the Dão Vineyards and a city connected with Portugal´s oldest hero, Viriato, the Lusitanian chief. In the shadow of the Cathedral, narrow streets and doorways with coats of arms carved in granite make up the ancient town of Viseu. Along the center we find a busy commercial area. Arrival to Urgeiriça. Urgeiriça / Caldas da Felgueira - overnight
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dAY 6 ThursdAY: urGeiricA̧ - BussAco - ToMAr lisBon (365 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Drive through the heart of Portugal till Bussaco well know for the luxuriant forest, made up of a selection of rare trees and plants of exotic beauty, where was built a charming and romantic hotel, before a royal hunting lodge. We continue to Tomar. e development of the city is closely linked to the Order of the Templars, which received these lands in 1159 as a reward for the assistance they gave Dom Afonso Henriques (the First King of Portugal) in the Christian reconquest of the territory. It was Dom Gualdim Pais, the first Grand Master of the Order in Portugal, who founded the castle and the remarkable Convent of Christ inside. Enlarged and altered over the centuries, this retains the influences of various architectural styles; it is the centrepiece of the city and classified as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. We follow the journey till Lisbon. End of the services.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO LOW 2015 HIGH 2015 LOW 2016 DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
790
847
830
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
926
995
945
LOW SEASON 2015: 01/01/2015 - 31/03/2015 HIGH SEASON 2015: 01/04/2015 - 31/10/2015 LOW SEASON 2016: 01/11/2015 - 31/03/2016 REMARkS: Departure: 9.00 a.m. Frequency: Saturdays (on guaranteed dates) All tours depart from terminal Marquês de Pombal (Lisbon) and includes Free Pick-up at any Lisbon Hotel. Mininum 4 people per Tour
The price includes: - Accommodation on buffet breakfast bases on the following hotels, or similar: hotel santa Maria 4* in Fátima, hotel ipanema porto 4* in porto, hotel da urgeiriça 4* in canas do senhorim. - Guide during alltour - entrancees into following monuments: Batalha Monastery, coimbra university, “palacio da Bolsa” (porto), st. Francisco church (porto), “Gardens of palacio Mateus”, convento do cristo (Tomar)
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dAY 1 sATurdAY: lisBoA - óBidos - AlcoBAçA nAzAré - BATAlhA - FAT́ iMA (217 kM) By a landscape rich in windmills and fruit trees we arrive to Óbidos (stop), surrounded by medieval walls where we can admire the harmony of the architecture, the diversity of the handicrafts and taste the famous ginginha (bitter cherry liqueur).Visit Alcobaça (stop) with the first and largest gothic church in Portugal with the tombs of D.Pedro and Inês de Castro, known by it’s love story. Stopping in Nazaré (stop), a typical fishing village and seaside resort, with its traditions and legends. We continue to Batalha(stop) - visit the Monastery of Santa Maria de Victoria, a masterpiece of the gothic in Portugal where we can find the tomb of Henry the Navigator, the promoter of the maritime discoveries. After we arrive to Fátima (stop), the famous Marian Shrine. Possibility to assist the Candle procession. Fátima - overnight. dAY 2 sundAY: FAT́ iMA - coiMBrA - Aveiro - porTo (270 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Coimbra (stop) - visit of the University, one of the oldest in the world, with its magnificent baroque library and its unique atmosphere characterised by ancient traditions and customs such as the black cape of the students and the melancholic fado music. Stop at St Clara Church, where lies the tomb of Queen St. Isabel, the protagonist of the “miracle of the roses”. In the center you can admire the exclusive ceramic of Coimbra. In the afternoon we continue to Aveiro (stop), city of the canals, known as the “Portuguese Venice”, where you shall have time to see the graceful boats “moliceiros” and taste the local sweets “ovos moles”. Drive to Porto. Porto - overnight.
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to make a morning visit to discover the riverside area, old houses, palaces, churches that history has made eternal and Port wine, known worldwide. Afternoon free. Porto - overnight dAY 4 TuesdAY: porTo - GuiMArAẽ s - BrAGA BArcelos - porTo (178 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour to the Minho, the northwest region of Portugal that offers natural green sceneries and the sparkling “green wine”. Starting by Guimarães (stop) - the cradle of the nation, birthplace of the first king of Portugal, where, walking along the historic center, for moments one is plunged back into medieval times. Visit the Sacred Hill, crowned by the Castle, as well the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, which original building dates back to the 15th centuries. Drive to Braga (stop) known as the “Portuguese Rome” for its concentration of religious architecture, as the oldest Cathedral of the country, and the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary with famous baroque stairway and gardens. After we shall continue to Barcelo s(stop), an historical city rich in popular handicraft where the Galo de Barcelos (the rooster of Barcelos) legend was born becoming, the rooster, a Portuguese icon. Return to Oporto. Porto - overnight
dAY 5 WednesdAY: porTo - AMArAnTe - vilA reAl - douro vAlleY - lAMeGo - viseu -urGeiriçA (254 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Amarante (stop), a pretty town proud of São Gonçalo known for the promotion of love and marriage were the monastery facing the river houses his tomb and his lively bustling market where you can find fruit, vegetables, chickens, cloths, and an immense variety of other popular items. After, drive to Vila Real (stop) - visiting the gardens of the manor of Mateus, which façade is still depicted on the well-known Portuguese Rose wine bottles. en we enter in the Port wine region, travelling through the vineyards and the breathtaking landscapes of the Douro Valley. Stop in Lamego, overlooked by one of Portugal´s most important shrines N.S. Remédios with its magnificent baroque style staircase. Maybe you will try some of the local delicacies such as the local ham or the famous “Bola de Lamego” (a loaf baked in the oven with smoked ham). Continue to the mountainous hinterland to Viseu (stop), center of the Dão Vineyards and a city connected with Portugal´s oldest hero, Viriato, the Lusitanian chief. In the shadow of the Cathedral, narrow streets and doorways with coats of arms carved in granite make up the ancient town of Viseu. Along the center we find a busy commercial area. Arrival to Urgeiriça. Urgeiriça / Caldas da Felgueira - overnight dAY 6 ThursdAY: urGeiriçA - BussAco - ToMAr lisBon (365 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Drive through the heart of Portugal till Bussaco well know for the luxuriant forest, made up of a selection of rare trees and plants of exotic beauty, where was built a charming and romantic hotel, before a royal hunting lodge. We continue to Tomar. e development of the city is closely linked to the Order of the Templars, which received these lands
dAY 3 MondAY: porTo Porto the 2nd city of Portugal and world heritage by UNESCO - a living amphitheatre inviting us
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marzipans, almond and fig cakes. Return to the hotel, where, the afternoon at leisure invites you to take a dip in the warm sea. Lagos - overnight
in 1159 as a reward for the assistance they gave Dom Afonso Henriques (the First King of Portugal) in the Christian reconquest of the territory. It was Dom Gualdim Pais, the first Grand Master of the Order in Portugal, who founded the castle and the remarkable Convent of Christ inside. Enlarged and altered over the centuries, this retains the influences of various architectural styles; it is the centrepiece of the city and classified as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. We follow the journey till Lisbon. Lisbon - overnight dAY 7 FridAY: lisBon - sinTrA - cABo dA rocA cAscAis - esToril (90 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards to Sintra for a luxury day. Visit the palace of Sintra and walk through this charming village. Enjoy a the amazing view from the westernmost porint of Europe (Cabo da Roca). Along the cost we pass by one of the most famous surfing beaches, the incredible Boca do Inferno, the cosmopolitan Cascais and the gardens of Estoril Casino. Return to Lisbon. Lisbon - overnight dAY 8 sATurdAY: lisBon - evorA (140kM) One day discovering the town of Évora, mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisboa, we cross the bridge over the river Tejo where by a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees and vineyards we arrive at Évora - World Heritage of UNESCO. In the narrow streets of the whitewashed town of Évora we walk along the time visiting some of the most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-gothic Cathedral, Saint Francis Church whit the “Bones Chapel”, and the University. At the market we see and feel the richness of product used to prepare one of the most elaborated and appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Along the visit we also admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicraft with
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cork, ceramic and copper objects. Time to lunch. In the afternoon, free time for a better discover of the city. Our suggestion: wine, cheese and olive oil gourmet proof. Évora - overnight dAY 9 sundAY: evorA - BejA - silves - lAGos (250 kM) Breakfast in hotel. Part of the morning at leisure in Évora, and then driving southward passing Beja (stop) were the highest tower of Portuguese Medieval castles dominates the town and the region. Crossing small mountains we enter in the Algarve. By fields of orange trees we arrive to Silves (stop), the renowned town dominated by its red sandstone castle dating back mainly to Moorish times and by the memory of is former cork industry. Continue to the golden sands of the Algarve passing by Praia da Rocha to Lagos. Lagos - overnight dAY 10 MondAY: lAGos - ponTA dA piedAde sAGres - cABo de s. vicenTe - lAGos (140 kM) Breakfast at the hotel. The Algarve has the call of the sea that led to the discovery of the New World. Stop in Ponta da Piedade (stop) and admire the magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean, and cliffs whose shapes have been sculpted by the erosive action of both the sea and time. Continue to Sagres (stop), a fishing port, for a visit to the fortress was the mythical “navigation school” forever linked with the presence of Prince Henry the Navigator during the first days of Atlantic navigation and the discovery of the African coast. Proceeding along the cliffs to Cabo São Vincente (stop), the most southwestern point in Europe. The city of Lagos, a cosmopolitan town with marina and fishing port where you can taste the delicious Algarve dishes, such as the fish and shellfish cooked in a copper pan (cataplana), - never forgetting the fine sweets such as the famous
dAY 11 TuesdAY: lAGos - seTúBAl - serrA dA ArrÁBidA - lisBon (330 kM) A last look at the water while traveling along the coast, to say farewell to the Algarve. The return trip to Lisbon will take you by the city of Setubal (stop), a major port and industrial centre on the north bank of the Sado estuary. Then the scenic route over the Arrábida Mountain Range, an area preserved as a NaturalPark, with an amazing scenery and unique vegetation at the gates of Lisbon, and savour the sweeping views of the Tróia Peninsula. Crossing the bridge over the Tejo River, arrival to Lisbon.
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
LOW 2015 MIDDLE 2015 HIGH 2015 LOW 2016
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY: 1.509
1.751
1.756
1.590
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.987
2.142
1.906
1.816
LOW SEASON 2015:
01/01/2015 - 31/03/2015
MIDDLE SEASON 2015:
01/04/2015 - 31/05/2015 01/10/2015 - 31/10/2015
HIGH SEASON 2015:
01/06/2015 - 30/09/2015
LOW SEASON 2016:
01/11/2015 - 31/03/2016
REMARkS: Departure: 9.00 a.m. Frequency: Saturdays (on guaranteed dates) All tours depart from terminal Marquês de Pombal (Lisbon) and includes Free Pick-up at any Lisbon Hotel. Mininum 4 people per Tour
The price includes: - Accommodation on buffet breakfast bases on the following hotels, or similar: hotel santa Maria 4* in Fátima, ipanema porto 4* in porto, hotel da urgeiriça 4* in canas do senhorim, hotel lutecia 4* in lisbon, hotel Muralhas Mar d'Ar 4* in évora, hotel vila Galé lagos 4* in lagos. - Transport by air conditioned bus or minivan, as per detailed itinerary - Guide during alltour - entrancees into following monuments: Batalha Monastery, coimbra university, “palacio da Bolsa” (porto), st. Francisco church (porto), “Gardens of palacio Mateus”, convento do cristo (Tomar). palacio da pena (sintra) Bons chapel(évora),são Francisco church (évora), évora ́s cathedral, são vicente Fortress (sagres).
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dAY 1 WednesdAY: MArrAkech - ArrivAl Arrival at Marrakech Menara airport, welcoming and assistance. Transfer by to your hotel & check-in. Dinner and accommodation. dAY 2 ThursdAY: MArrAkech e entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called “the pearl of the south”. e historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items and the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its non stop entertainment. Optional: Typical dinner under Caidal tents at the famous “Chez Ali” restaurant, enhanced by the performance of several folkloric troupes representing different Moroccan regions. Return to the hotel for accommodation. dAY 3 FridAY: MArrAkech - ouArzAzATe - zAGorA (380 kM) Breakfast at the hotel, departure to Ait Benhaddou through Tizi N’yichka pass (2260m of altitud). Visit of the famous kasbah that has served as decor for many great movies. The Kasbah is actually UNESCO World Heritage. Lunch (optional) at a local restaurant facing the kasbah & continuation to Zagora crossing the Draa valley. Dinner & accomodation at the hotel.
MOROCCO - GReAT LOOp Of THe SOUTH
dAY 4 sATurdAY: zAGorA - nkoB - TAzzArine erFoud (360kM) Departure to Tamgroute, visit of the pottery center and according to availability the famous coranic library that contains old books and documents dating back to the 12th century. Departure to Erfoud, through Tansikht and Nkob where splendid sceneries of pre-saharian and Berber villages of the Sargho Mountain massive follow each other perpetually. Lunch (optional) at Tazzarine, small Berber village. Afternoon, continuation to Erfoud via the villages of Alnif and Rissani, birthplace of the present Alaouites Dynasty. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Optional : excursion by 4x4 cars to experience a dinner and night under Bedouin tent at a camp site “Bivouac” at the foot of the Merzouga sandy dunes. dAY 5 sundAY: erFoud - TinGhir - ouArzAzATe (375 kM) In case the previous night was spent in the hotel in Erfoud, we propose an optional excursion by 4x4 cars to Merzouga to admire the sunrise on the top of the sandy dunes. After breakfast departure to Tineghir, visit of its magnificent Todra Canyons which rocks reach an altitude of 250 meters. Lunch (optional) at a restaurant located at the foot of the canyons. Afternoon, departure to Ouarzazate via the road of the Mille Kasbahs passing by El Kelaa de Mgouna & the village of Skoura. Dinner & accommodation at the hotel. dAY 6 MondAY: ouArzAzATe - MArrAkech (210 kM) Breakfast at the hotel & departure for an orientation city tour of Ouarzazate, continuation to Marrakech, upon arrival Lunch at the Hotel. Afternoon at leisure. (Optional) dinner at a morrocan palace located in the heart of the Medina. Accommodation at the hotel. dAY 7 TuesdAY: MArrAkech - depArTure Breakfast & transfer to Marrakech Menara airport for departure according to your flight details. End of our services
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Marrakech Zalagh Kasbah 4* Zagora Ksar Tinsouline 4* Erfoud El Ati 4* Ouarzazate Kenzi Azghor 4* SUPERIOR: Marrakech Golden Tulip Farah 4* Sup Zagora Palais Asmaa 4* Sup Erfoud Ksar Assalassil 4* Sup Ouarzazate Mercure 4* Sup
DELUXE:
Marrakech Kenzi Farah 5* Zagora Riad Dar Sofian 5* Erfoud Xaluca 5* Ouarzazate Berbere Palace 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 4*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
436
461
474
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
555
585
605
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4* SUP) LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
456
475
500
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
580
606
644
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
655
668
680
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
861
886
911
DEPARTURE DATES: LOW SEASON:
JANUARY: 07 + 14 + 21 + 28 FEbRUARY: 04 + 11
MIDDLE SEASON:
FEbRUARY: 18 + 25 JUNE: 03 + 10 + 17 + 24 JULY: 01 + 08 + 15 + 22 + 29 AUGUST: 05 + 12 + 19 +26 SEPTEMbER: 02 + 09 + 16 + 23 + 30
HIGH SEASON:
MARCH: 04 + 11 + 18 + 25 APRIL: 01 + 08 + 15 + 22 + 29 MAY: 06 + 13 + 20 + 27 OCTObER: 07 + 14 + 21 + 28
Full board Supplement in local restaurants: 81 EUR The full board supplement includes dinner with Tagine & Couscous under tent with fantasia show at Chez Ali Restaurant in Marrakech. Optional 1: Excursion by 4x4 cars to experience a dinner and night under berber tent. Valid for all categories : 56 EUR Optional 2 : Excursion by 4x4 cars to Merzouga to admire the sunrise on the top of the sandy dunes. Valid for all categories : 31 EUR
The price includes: - round trip transfers with assistance at arrival and departure - half board in the chosen category of hotels according to the program - sightseeing & visits according to described program - Transportation with an adequate deluxe vehicle - Tour-escort throughout english speaking - entrance fees to the monuments indicated in the program - porterage of luggage & tips at the hotels - Taxes and services.
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the ruins of Volubilis, the Roman City. Continuation to Fez. Dinner and accommodation in Fez. dAY 4 TuesdAY: Fez e whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital: the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque.Typical lunch (optional) in a traditional restaurant located in the heart of Medina. Afternoon, continuation of the visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Dinner and accommodation at your hotel in Fez. dAY 5 WednesdAY: Fez - MArrAkech (485 kM) Departure to Marrakesh passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. Lunch (optional) and moment of relaxation in Beni Mellal, one of the agricultural centres of Morocco. Late arrival at Marrakech and check-in. Dinner and accommodation in Marrakech.
dAY 1 sATurdAY: cAsABlAncA Welcoming and assistance. Transfer to your chosen hotel. Check-in, dinner and accommodation in Casablanca. dAY 2 sundAY: cAsABlAncA - rABAT (95 kM) 9:00 am: Start of the tour with visit of the Economic Capital: e Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II. Lunch (optional) in a seafood restaurant at the Corniche. Departure to Rabat, the Administrative Capital Visit of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Ouadayas Garden & Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower Mosque. Dinner and accommodation in Rabat.
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dAY 3 MondAY: rABAT - Meknes - Fez (260 kM) Departure to Meknes and visit of the Ismailia capital, which has the longer ramparts in Morocco (40 km): the famous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter. lunch (optional). Departure to the holy city of Moulay Driss via
dAY 6 ThursdAY: MArrAkech The entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called “the pearl of the south”. The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items end of the
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HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Casablanca Kenzi Basma 4* Fez Menzeh Zalagh 4* Marrakech Zalagh Kasbah 4* SUPERIOR: Casablanca Idou Anfa 4* Sup Fez Pick Albatros 4* Sup Marrakech Golden Tulip Farah 4* Sup DELUXE: Casablanca Sheraton 5* Fez Palais Medina & Spa 5* Marrakech Kenzi Farah 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
dAY 7 FridAY: MArrAkech - cAsABlAncA (240 kM) Morning at leisure for your own exploration into the atmosphere of Marrakech. Lunch (optional). Early afternoon, departure to Casablanca. Dinner and accommodation in Casablanca.
visit by the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its non stop entertainment. Optional: Typical dinner under Caidal tents at the famous “Chez Ali” restaurant, enhanced by the performance of several folkloric troops representing different Moroccan regions. Return to the hotel for accommodation in Marrakech.
STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 4*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
485
504
535
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
629
654
691
MIDDLE
HIGH
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4* SUP) LOW DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
544
563
600
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
738
769
819
dAY 8 sATurdAY: cAsABlAncA - depArTure Transfer to the airport with assistance to different formalities for flight back home.
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
643
686
730
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
899
955
1.011
nOTe: This tour can also start in Marrakech every Friday or even from Tangier every Saturday
DEPARTURE DATES: LOW SEASON:
JANUARY: 03 + 10 + 17 + 24 + 31 FEbRUARY: 07 + 14
MIDDLE SEASON:
FEbRUARY: 21 + 28 JUNE: 06 + 13 + 20 + 27 JULY: 04 + 11 + 18 + 25 AUGUST: 01 + 08 + 15 + 22 + 29 SEPTEMbER: 05 + 12 + 19 +26
HIGH SEASON:
MARCH: 07 + 14 + 21 + 28 APRIL: 04 + 11 + 18 + 25 MAY: 02 + 09 + 16 + 23 + 30 OCTObER: 03 + 10 + 17 + 24 + 31
Full board Supplement in local restaurants: 106 EUR The full board supplement includes dinner with Tagine & Couscous under tent with fantasia show at Chez Ali Restaurant in Marrakech.
The price includes: - round trip transfers with assistance at arrival and departure - half board in the chosen category of hotels according to the program - sightseeing & visits according to described program - Transportation with an adequate deluxe vehicle - Tour-escort throughout english speaking - entrance fees to the monuments indicated in the program - porterage of luggage & tips at the hotels - Taxes and services.
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traditional restaurant located in the heart of Medina. Afternoon, continuation of the visit of the souks and Fez Jdid. Dinner and accommodation at your hotel. dAY 5 WednesdAY: Fez - MArrAkech (485 kM) Departure to Marrakesh passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. Lunch (optional) and moment of relaxation in Beni Mellal, one of the agricultural centres of Morocco. Late arrival at Marrakech and check-in. Dinner and accommodation. dAY 1 sATurdAY: cAsABlAncA Welcoming and assistance. Transfer to your chosen hotel. Check-in, dinner and accommodation dAY 2 sundAY: cAsABlAncA - rABAT (95 kM) 9:00 am: Start of the tour with visit of the Economic Capital: e Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II. Lunch (optional) in a seafood restaurant at the Corniche. Departure to Rabat, the Administrative Capital Visit of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Ouadayas Garden & Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower Mosque. Dinner and accommodation.
dAY 3 MondAY: rABAT - Meknes - Fez (260 kM) Departure to Meknes and visit of the Ismailia capital, which has the longer ramparts in Morocco (40 km): the famous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter. lunch (optional). Departure to the holy city of Moulay Driss via the ruins of Volubilis, the Roman City. Continuation to Fez. Dinner and accommodation. dAY 4 TuesdAY: Fez e whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital: the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque.Typical lunch (optional) in a
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dAY 6 ThursdAY: MArrAkech The entire day will be devoted to the visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called “the pearl of the south”. The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters, displaying a variety of items end of the visit by the famous place Djemaa El Fna with its non stop entertainment. Optional: Typical dinner under Caidal tents at the famous “Chez Ali” restaurant, enhanced by the performance of several folkloric troops
representing different Moroccan regions. Return to the hotel for accommodation. dAY 7 FridAY: MArrAkech - ouArzAzATe - zAGorA (380 kM) Breakfast at the hotel, departure to Ait Benhaddou through Tizi N’tichka pass (2260m of altitud). Visit of the famous kasbah that has
served as decor for many great movies. The Kasbah is actually UNESCO World Heritage Lunch (optional) at a local restaurant facing the Kasbah & continuation to Zagora crossing the Draa valley. Dinner & accommodation at the hotel.
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restaurant located at the foot of the canyons. Afternoon, departure to Ouarzazate via the road of the Mille Kasbahs passing by El Kelaa de Mgouna & the village of Skoura. Dinner & accommodation at the hotel.
dAY 8 sATurdAY: zAGorA - nkoB - TAzzArine - erFoud (360kM) Departure to Tamgroute, visit of the pottery center and according to availability the famous coranic library that contains old books and documents dating back to the 12th century. Departure to Erfoud, through Tansikht and Nkob where splendid sceneries of pre-saharian and Berber villages of the Sargho Mountain massive follow each other perpetually. Lunch (optional) at Tazzarine, small Berber village. Afternoon, continuation to Erfoud via the villages of Alnif and Rissani, birthplace of the present Alaouites Dynasty. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Optional : excursion by 4x4 cars to experience a dinner and night under Bedouin tent at a camp site “Bivouac” at the foot of the Merzouga sandy dunes. dAY 9 sundAY: erFoud - TinGhir - ouArzAzATe (375 kM) In case the previous night was spent in the hotel in Erfoud, we propose an optional excursion by 4x4 cars to Merzouga to admire the sunrise on the top of the sandy dunes. After breakfast departure to Tineghir, visit of its magnificent Todra Canyons which rocks reach an altitude of 250 meters. Lunch (optional) at a
dAY 10 MondAY: ouArzAzATe - MArrAkech (210 kM) Breakfast at the hotel & departure for an orientation city tour of Ouarzazate, continuation to Marrakech, upon arrival Lunch at the Hotel. Afternoon at leisure. (Optional) dinner at a morrocan palace located in the heart of the Medina. Accommodation at the hotel.
DELUXE:
Casablanca Sheraton 5* Rabat GoldenTulip Farah 4* Sup Fez Palais Medina & Spa 5* Marrakech Kenzi Farah 5* Zagora Riad Dar Sofian 5* Erfoud Xaluca 5* Ouarzazate Berbere Palace 5*
TOTAL PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO STANDARD CATEGORY (CAT 4*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
715
765
796
dAY 11 TuesdAY: MArrAkech - depArTure Breakfast & transfer to Marrakech Menara airport for departure according to your flight details. End of our services
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
914
971
1.015
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
831
850
906
nOTe: This tour can also start in Marrakech every Friday or even from Tangier every Saturday
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.075
1.106
1.280
DELUXE CATEGORY (CAT 5*)
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
DOUbLE OCCUPANCY:
986
1.011
1.036
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
1.348
1.385
1.430
HOTeLS enVISAGeD: STANDARD: Casablanca Kenzi Basma 4* Rabat Rive hotel 4* Fez Menzeh Zalagh 4* Marrakech Zalagh Kasbah 4* Zagora Ksar Tinsouline 4* Erfoud El Ati 4* Ouarzazate Kenzi Azghor 4* SUPERIOR: Casablanca Idou Anfa 4* Sup Rabat GoldenTulip Farah 4* Sup Fez Pick Albatros 4* Sup Marrakech Golden Tulip Farah 4* Sup Zagora Palais Asmaa 4* Sup Erfoud Ksar Assalassil 4* Sup Ouarzazate Mercure 4* Sup
SUPERIOR CATEGORY (CAT 4* SUP) LOW
DEPARTURE DATES: LOW SEASON:
JANUARY: 03 + 10 + 17 + 24 + 31 FEbRUARY: 07 + 14
MIDDLE SEASON:
FEbRUARY: 21 + 28 JUNE: 06 + 13 + 20 + 27 JULY: 04 + 11 + 18 + 25 AUGUST: 01 + 08 + 15 + 22 + 29 SEPTEMbER: 05 + 12 + 19 +26
HIGH SEASON:
MARCH: 07 + 14 + 21 + 28 APRIL: 04 + 11 + 18 + 25 MAY: 02 + 09 + 16 + 23 + 30 OCTObER: 03 + 10 + 17 + 24 + 31
Full board Supplement in local restaurants: 156 EUR The full board supplement includes dinner with Tagine & Couscous under tent with fantasia show at Chez Ali Restaurant in Marrakech.
The price includes: - round trip transfers with assistance at arrival and departure - half board in the chosen category of hotels according to the program - sightseeing & visits according to described program - Transportation with an adequate deluxe vehicle - Tour-escort throughout english speaking - entrance fees to the monuments indicated in the program - porterage of luggage & tips at the hotels - Taxes and services.
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