Day 1 Madrid - Cordoba - Sevilla (441 km)
Day 2 Seville
Day 3 Seville - Granada (249 km)
Day 4 Granada - Valencia (497 km)
Day 5 Valencia - Barcelona (301 km)
Day 6 Barcelona
Day 7 Barcelona - Zaragoza - San Sebastian (460 km)
Day 8 San Sebastian - Bilbao - Santander (77 km)
Day 9 Bilbao - Santander - Santillana del Mar - Covadonga - Oviedo (189 km)
Day 10 Oviedo - Salamanca - Madrid (489 km)
Day 1:
Madrid - Cordoba - Sevilla (441 km)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
Guests will be picked up from the bus terminal in Madrid at 8:00am. We will make our way to Cordoba through the La Mancha region. Upon our arrival, we will take a sightseeing tour of famous Mosque-Cathedral and the Jewish Quarter. Afterward, we will drive south to Sevilla, where we will enjoy dinner and spend the night.
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Cordoba, SPAIN
Cordoba is a city in Andalusia, Spain, and the capital of the province of Cordoba. The city is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir river, and its easy access to the mining resources of the Sierra Morena satisfies the population's needs.
The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba
The interior of this dual mosque-cathedral perfectly reflects the religious power-struggle of medieval Spain. The conversion of the church into a mosque lasted from 784 to 987. The complex is massive and features many small chapels.
Admission (Included): Adult $16 / €13; Child (10-14 yrs) $9 / €7
Jewish Quarter
Cordoba's Jewish Quarter is marked by narrow and irregular streets. It houses a medieval Synagogue and the Sephardic House. Unfortunately, this neighborhood was a focal point of the Spanish Inquisition, during which Cordoba played a large role.
Day 2:
Seville
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will tour Seville in the morning, visiting the Maria
Luisa Park, Plaza de Espana, the exterior of the city's
stunning Cathedral and its bell tower, called Giralda and
the typical neighbourhood of Santa Cruz with its streets,
squares and narrow alleys. If you wish, you can optionally
navigate the Guadalquivir river, during which you will enjoy
a panoramic view of the Gold Tower and Expo 92, or visit
to the Maestranza bullring. In the evening, also as an optional activity, you can attend a flamenco show.
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Seville, SPAIN
Seville is the capital of Andalucia and the cultural and financial centre of southern Spain. A city of just over 700,000 inhabitants (1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it Spain's 4th largest city), Seville is Andalucia's top destination, with much to offer the traveler.
Parque de Maria Luisa
On the riverbanks of Sevilla, Maria Luisa Park is a large public area that features lovely foliage, fountains, and walkways in the middle of this beautiful city. Within the park are many statues of famous Spanish figures.
Plaza de Espana
A large section of Maria Luisa Park in Sevilla, the Plaza de Espana is a large open space featuring buildings of Renaissance revival architecture. Most of the buildings are currently used for government purposes.
Seville Cathedral (Outside Visit)
The third-largest church in the world (and the largest cathedral), the Seville is a massive Gothic building. Each of its facades has multiple entrances that are all exquisitely and ornately adorned. It was built over an old mosque.
La Giralda
La Giralda was once a minaret for the Muslim population in medieval Sevilla, but was converted to a church bell tower after Christian forces had regained power in Iberia. Its design has influenced many other towers around the world.
Santa Cruz (Jewish Quarter)
The barrio of Santa Cruz in Sevilla was once the city's Jewish Quarter, and is now the most popular tourist are in the city. The narrow, winding streets and alleyways of this neighborhood remind visitors of a labyrinth.
Sevillian Night in Patio Sevilla
One of the most famous and well-known tablaos in Sevilla. You will get to know the Andalusian art that is captured in the dance, the guitar playing and the cante in the show. Dancers and singers with national and international awards will show us the art of flamenco and Spanish classical dance.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $48 / €40; Child $48 / €40; drink included|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Day 3:
Seville - Granada (249 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
After breakfast, we will make our way to the legendary city of Granada, where we will visit the incredible palaces and gardens of the Alhambra. We will enjoy dinner and spend the night in Granada. Guests can choose optional visit to the caves of Sacromonte and attend a show of traditional gipsy flamenco.
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Granada, SPAIN
Granada is a mid-sized provincial capital in the Andalucia region of Spain. Rich in history and culture, Granada is arguably the single most worthwhile city in Spain for visitors. Spring and autumn are also both excellent times to visit.
Alhambra
The Alhambra is a massive complex consisting of multiple palaces and fortresses. It originated as a Spanish-Muslim fortress in the 9th century, but subsequent rulers, both Muslim and Christian, continually added additions and renovations.
Admission (Included): Adult $23 / €19.09; Child (12-15 yrs) $16 / €12.73; Alhambra and Generalife
Generalife
Built in the 14th century as the summer palace of Nasrid Emirs of Grananda, the name of this palace means "Architect's Garden" for the extensive gardens on its grounds, which are world renowned for their exquisite beauty.
Caves of Sacromonte
The soft rocks on the hillsides in the Granada neighborhood of Sacromonte were carved into cave-dwellings by the nomadic Gitano people in the area in the 19th century, many of whom still inhabit these caves.
Day 4:
Granada - Valencia (497 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will depart for Valencia, passing many beautiful palaces in the Spanish countryside on the way. Upon our arrival in Valencia, we will have the rest of the day to explore the city.
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Valencia, SPAIN
Valencia is the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia and the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. The Port of Valencia is the 5th busiest container port in Europe and busiest container port on the Mediterranean Sea.
Day 5:
Valencia - Barcelona (301 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
In the morning, we will eat breakfast, then depart for Catalonia at mid morning, where we will reach the sprawling city of Barcelona, where we will have the remainder of the day to explore.
For logistical reasons, there is a possibility of conducting the visit to Barcelona upon arrival in the afternoon.
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Barcelona, SPAIN
This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Day 6:
Barcelona
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After a delightful breakfast, we will embark on a sightseeing tour of Barcelona, visiting Montjuic, the Anella Olimpica, the Columbus Monument, and the old Gothic Quarter. We will later have the afternoon free to spend at our own leisure. Guests can choose to take an optional night tour.
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Barcelona, SPAIN
This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Montjuic Hill
Rising above the Barcelona's harbor is Montjuic Hill. Parks and gardens rest on this hill, converging with each other via winding paths carved into the hillside, along with a Greek amphitheater, various museums and the Olympic Park.
Anella Olimpica
Barcelona's Anella Olimpica, the series of athletic facilities in the park atop Montjuic hill, was the site of the 1992 Summer Olympics. The complex was designed in a contemporary minimalist style, and the individual facilities are connected by a plaza.
Columbus Monument
Christopher Columbus is immortalized with a towering monument on Barcelona's famous walkway, La Rambla, depicting the famed explorer pointing out towards the sea. Visitors can take an elevator to the top, which offers a thrilling view of the city.
Gothic Quarter
Barcelona's Gothic Quarter was once the city's center in medieval times, and many of the buildings date to this period, some even earlier to when the city was merely a Roman settlement.
Day 7:
Barcelona - Zaragoza - San Sebastian (460 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
Today, we will drive to Zaragoza, making a short stop for a little free time. Then we will continue to San Sebastian in Basque Country, where we will spend the night.
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Zaragoza, SPAIN
The capital city of the Zaragoza province and of the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain.it hosted Expo 2008 in the summer of 2008.The city is famous for its folklore, local gastronomy, and landmarks such as the Basílica del Pilar, La Seo Cathedral and the Aljafería Palace.
Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
This massive basilica in Zaragoza is, accroding to legend, the first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, with the original chapel said to be built in 44 BCE. It has been rebuilt numerous times and is now baroque in style.
Day 8:
San Sebastian - Bilbao - Santander (77 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
After breakfast, we will depart for Bilbao, capital of the Vizcaya province. We will take a short panoramic tour to admire the Guggenheim Museum. We will then have the remainder of the day free in Santanderto walk through the old town and sample the local cuisine.
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Bilbao, SPAIN
Bilbao is a municipality and city in Spain, the capital of the province of Biscay in the autonomous community of the Basque Country. Bilbao is located on the Basque threshold, the range between the larger Cantabrian Mountains and the Pyrenees.
Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum is regarded as a modern architectural marvel, with its exterior decorated live rolling silver waves. It houses some of the best pieces of modern and contemporary art by greats like Pablo Picasso.
Day 9:
Bilbao - Santander - Santillana del Mar - Covadonga - Oviedo (189 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
Today, we will depart for Santillana del Mar, a medieval village and National Monument. Travelling through the splendid landscapes, we will eventually arrive in Covadonga, where we will take time to visit the local shrine. Later, we will continue to Oviedo, where we will eat dinner and check into our hotel for the night.
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Santillana del Mar, SPAIN
Santillana del Mar is a historic town situated in Cantabria, Spain. Its many historic buildings attract thousands of holidaymakers every year. The name actually derives from Santa Juliana (or Santa Illana) whose remains are kept in the Colegiata, a Romanesque church and former Benedictine monastery.
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Covadonga, SPAIN
Covadonga is a village and one of 11 parishes in Cangas de Onis, a municipality within the province and autonomous community of Asturias, in northwestern Spain. It is situated in the Picos de Europa mountains.
Santa Cueva de Covadonga
This cave and shrine, nestled between the Picos de Europa mountain range in Northern Spain, is a Catholic holy site and sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary. A beautiful waterfall flows out of the cliff directly under the shrine.
Day 10:
Oviedo - Salamanca - Madrid (489 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will head to Salamanca, where we will make a short stop to admire the famous Plaza Mayor and the Old Quarter. Then, we will continue to Madrid, bringing an end to the tour.
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Salamanca, SPAIN
Salamanca is a major city in Spain that mixes antiquated, medieval architecture with the atmosphere of a college town, with the University of Salamanca leading the way in the teaching of the Spanish language.
Plaza Mayor
Most Spanish cities have a Plaza Mayor, but few are comparable to that of Salamanca. Surrounded by baroque buildings, the centerpiece of this public square is the city hall, with arms of restaurants, cafes, and other shops lining the side.
If in any case, The Patronato of The Alhambra and Generalife were not granted tickets for certain dates for the participants of the Visit, a tour of the city of Granada will be provided instead: Visit to the Palace of Carlos V, the Archaeological Museum, Church of Santa Maria de la Alhambra, Royal Chapel and a walk through the city Alcaiceria (silk market) and the Cathedral Square.
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