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Spanish Wonder

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Visit the very best of Spain including Madrid, Seville, Granada and the Alhambra Palace, Valencia and Barcelona on this relaxed tour.

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Leisurely Lively Tour Pace

Tour experience

Scenic City Tour experience

Highlights


  • Madrid

  • Toledo

  • Puerto Lapice

  • Cordoba

  • Seville

  • Granada

  • Valencia

  • Peniscola

  • Barcelona

Included Sightseeing


  • Madrid Sightseeing includes Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Cervantes Memorial in the Plaza España.

  • Toledo Visit the Synagogue and the Church of Santo Tomé.

  • Puerto Lapice Visit the inn where Don Quixote was reputedly dubbed a knight.

  • Cordoba Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs.

  • Seville View the Bell Tower, Columbus' Tomb, Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España.

  • Granada Visit the Alhambra Palace.

  • Guadix See the cave dwellings.

  • Valencia See the Town Hall, Cathedral and the Serrano and Cuarte Towers.

  • Peñiscola See the ancient castle.

  • Barcelona Sightseeing includes the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi's Sagrada Familia and the Ramblas.

Included Dining


  • Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid (WD)

  • 8 buffet breakfasts (BB)

  • Three-course dinner with local wine in Granada (D)

  • Be My Guest Dinner in Seville (BG)

  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Barcelona (FD)

  • 11 included meals in total

Included Private Car UK Transfers


  • Exclusive door to door airport transfers

Included Flights

Return scheduled International flights

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Plaza DEspana

Plaza DEspana

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Arrive Madrid (2)

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to Madrid. A complimentary transfer is provided to the first hotel. Relax or perhaps take a stroll through this historic city. Join your Tour Director and fellow travellers later for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: Rafael Atocha or Holiday Inn (FC)

Day 2

Toledo excursion and Madrid sightseeing

Our expert local guide takes us on a walking tour of Toledo. We visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco's most famous paintings, and the Synagogue on our walk through the narrow streets. We return to Madrid to admire the monument to Cervantes at the Plaza de Espańa. We walk across the Puerta del Sol, the city's hub, and see the magnificent Plaza Mayor. (BB)
Hotel: Rafael Atocha or Holiday Inn (FC)

Day 3

Madrid - Cordoba - Seville (2)

Driving southwards from Madrid via Puerto Lapice, the town where Don Quixote was dubbed a knight, we arrive in Cordoba to visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn about the influence of the Moors from our expert local guide. Tonight why not take an excursion to watch a fiery flamenco show. (BB)
Hotel: Melia Lebreros or Tryp Macarena (FC)

Day 4

Seville sightseeing and at leisure

This morning we view the Bell Tower of the Giralda during our sightseeing tour of Seville with an expert local guide. We see tiled fountains, pavilions and lush palms in the Maria Luisa Park, renowned for its landscape design and marvel at Christopher Columbus' ornate tomb in the cathedral. We then take a walk through the fascinating Jewish Quarter. This evening we experience a unique Be My Guest dinner at an authentic local hacienda. (BB)
Hotel: Melia Lebreros or Tryp Macarena (FC)

Day 5

Seville - Granada

A real highlight today as we visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace in Granada with an expert local guide. A fine example of Moorish architecture, it was built during the 14th century towards the end of Islamic rule in Spain. We see the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal summer palace, once linked to the Alhambra by a covered walkway across the ravine. The views over the town and surrounding hills are spectacular. (BB, D)
Hotel: Alhamar or Carmen (FC)

Day 6

Granada - Gaudix - Valencia

We travel from Granada via the Mora Pass and arrive in Guadix in the northern foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains where we can take photos of the troglodyte dwellings. We see the Bull Ring in Valencia and admire the architecture of the medieval cathedral and the Serrano and Cuarte Towers, which once formed part of the city walls. (BB)
Hotel: Abba Acteon Plaza or Tryp Oceanic (FC)

Day 7

Valencia - Peńiscola - Barcelona (2)

We discover the beautiful coastline as we drive north stopping in Peńiscola, known as the Gibraltar of Valencia. In Barcelona we see Gaudi's architecture and the Olympic Stadium on Montjuic during our guided sightseeing tour of the city. We then wander along the Ramblas and the Plaza Cataluńya. We see the magnificent cathedral in the Gothic Quarter and the labyrinth of streets with buildings dating from the Roman and medieval periods. (BB)
Hotel: U232 or Hesperia Tower (FC)

Day 8

FC Barcelona Camp Nou excursion

If you wish, join your Tour Director for an included visit to Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's football stadium and the largest in Europe. Visit the museum and stadium of the multiple winners of the Spanish Championship and UEFA Champions League. Or simply relax at the hotel, shop or make your own further discoveries of the city. This afternoon is at leisure in the city. This evening join your companions and Tour Director for a special Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB, FD)
Hotel: U232 or Hesperia Tower (FC)

Day 9 (Door to Door)

Depart Barcelona

Say 'adios' to Spain, your fellow travellers and Tour Director at the end of a memorable holiday Transfers are available to Barcelona International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home. (BB)

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Alhamar (FC)

Situated in the centre of Granada, next to Recogidas Street, this hotel offers a café, cocktail lounge and a restaurant.

Abba Acteon Plaza (FC)

Centrally located close to the City of the Arts and Sciences, the Abba Acteon Plaza offers a restaurant, gymnasium and spa.

Hesperia Tower (FC)

Situated in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, just west of Barcelona's city centre, this modern hotel offers 238 well appointed rooms. Amenities include minibar, electrically operated curtains, air conditioning and 24-hour room service. Dining options include the modern and spacious Evo restaurant located at the top of the hotel.

U232 (FC)

Located in the commercial and business centre of the city, the U232 is hotel that incorporates the style of the 21st century. The restaurant is also offered amongst a host of top facilities.

Rafael Atocha (FC)

A well-appointed hotel located in the centre of Madrid close to Atocha railway station and steps from the 'culture mile'. The Rafael Atocha offers a bar and restaurant.

Tryp Macarena (SFC)

Located next to the Basilica of the Macarena and the Parliament Andalusian, this hotel provides a bar and restaurant providing international cuisine.

Carmen (FC)

The Hotel is located in Granada's commercial and historical center, 5 minutes from the Cathedral, 10 minutes from the Alhambra and 500 meters from the Convention Center. Amenities include a coffee shop, live music bar, Boutiques Jacuzzi, outer swimming pool, terrace and restaurant.

Holiday Inn Madrid (FC)

The Holiday Inn Madrid is a modern building which offers guests excellent public spaces for their relaxation and convenience. There are two restaurants, a bar and café. It is also near to some of the best shopping, dining and entertainment of the region. Facilities include fitness room, swimming pool, golf course, sauna bath/hot tub Jacuzzi solarium, steam bath, barber/beauty shop.

Melia Lebreros (FC)

With its magnificent location, the Meliá Lebreros is the largest hotel in the centre of the city convenient to local shopping, cafes and diversions, and also provides a wide range of services, a restaurant, coffee shop/café and poolside bar/lounge. There is also a fitness facility on site.

Tryp Oceanic (FC)

In front of the City of Arts and Sciences this modern hotel is the best choice for all types of visitors who will enjoy the spectacular views from the panoramic elevators to the City of Arts and Sciences or dip in the pool bar after a day of sightseeing. Other facilities include gymnasium, outdoor pool, sauna, solarium, and bar.

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Plaza de Espana Seville

Plaza de Espana Seville

Fountains & Plazas of Madrid with Dinner

This introductory evening tour offers us the chance to admire the elegance of the new city, with its wide, tree-lined avenues and decorative fountains, before we experience the flavour of the old. Join the locals in a little idle chat and "peoplewatching" as they sip an aperitif before dinner in the old quarter of the city, drinks included. Euro 51

Horse Carriage Ride through the City and 'Carmen's Bullring'

We commence our visit with a beautiful horse and carriage ride though the most historical areas of this romantic city as well as sauntering through the Plaza de America. We continue through the Maria-Luisa Park and the Jewish district before stopping at Carmen's bullring to view the arena and visit the bullfight museum. Euro 33

Tapas dinner and Guadalquivir Cruise or Horse and Carriage ride

First we dine on the mouth-watering 'tapas' specialties, so popular in this region of Spain. You will be able to enjoy a myriad of different tastes and wines before continuing to our leisurely cruise along the Guadalquivir River. Alternatively, we will enjoy a gentle and stylish horse and carriage ride through Andalusia's most elegant city with its sparkling illuminations. Euro 46

Excursion to Carmona

The star of Europe. Your chance to branch out from the regular tourist track to visit this white city on the route of Washington Irving. Apart from our fully guided tour of the Roman necropolis, we have the opportunity to visit the Parador which was the old palace of Pedro the Cruel, where we enjoy magnificent views of Andalucia, before continuing on our guided walk. Euro 35

Flamenco Evening

Enjoy a beautiful evening's entertainment in which we will see a varied show of flamenco dancing, Spanish orchestration and the songs of Andalusia. Drink included. Euro 36

Albaicin & Royal Chapel

First a leisurely walking tour through the Albaicin World Heritage Site - maze of narrow streets with whitewashed houses and patio gardens of bygone Moorish splendour. Our tour shows us the Catholic Monarchs' tombs, as well as some of their personal treasures, inside the Royal Chapel. We will end at the very picturesque Alcaiceria quarter, right at the heart of town. Euro 32

Gypsy Night Out

This evening we are taken to the old quarter of Granada, which affords the finest views over the illuminated Alhambra Palace. Here we will enjoy the passionate 'Zambra' dances by Sacromonte's famous gypsies - a fiery emotive performance unique to the gypsies who live in these caves around Granada. One drink is included. Euro 28

Montserrat

Leaving Barcelona we head for the sacred mountain of Catalonia. Ascending this staggering rock formation we admire its spectacular panoramic views before arriving at the 'Basilica Real'. Here newly-weds pledge their vows to the mystical Black Virgin. Euro 35

BARCELONA. Dinner and Illuminations

First we enjoy a typical dinner in this cosmopolitan city, with drinks included, followed by a drive up to Montjuďc for a panoramic view of the city and a tour of the illuminated sights. Euro 47

Pueblo Espanol* & the Picasso Museum or Olympic Stadium

The Spanish village was built for a world fair as a living exhibition of the great buildings and regions of this spectacular country. Our guided visit allows us time to admire and maybe shop for handicrafts in the many artisans workshops. Afterwards, we head downtown to the Picasso Museum. Among the many famous exhibits of Spain's greatest modern painter, we can particularly admire those from his early years. When the museum is closed, we will visit the Olympic Stadium. (*On certain departures the incredible works of Antonio Gaudi in the Guell Park or the Casa Mila will be included instead of the Pueblo Espanol) Euro 35

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