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Spain Portugal and Morocco

2012

Greece and Turkey

Spain Portugal and Morocco

THE BEST OF SPAIN

Tour Code - ZV

9 days Madrid to Barcelona Madrid, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona

All inclusive prices starting at: $2189

The best way to see all highlights of Spain in a short time! Stay two nights in Madrid and enjoy a welcome dinner and guided sightseeing including a visit to the palatial Prado Museum. Via Cordoba, where a guided visit to the Mosque of the Caliphs is included, arrivie in vibrant, festive Seville, capital of Andalusia, and visit the Alcazar. In Granada, enjoy a guided walking tour with visits to the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of Generalife, and a dinner outing to one of Granada’s local restaurants. Next is Valencia, once a royal capital, where Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history come alive during your guided walking tour. End in Barcelona, Spain’s second-largest city, marvel at the Sagrada Familia Basilica, Gaudi’s masterpiece, visit the Gothic quarter, and enjoy an included farewell dinner.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 8
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 5

Standard Features

MADRID: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Prado Museum
CORDOBA: Guided walking tour, visit the Mosque of the Caliphs
SEVILLE: Guided sightseeing, walk through the Santa Cruz quarter, and visit the Alcazar
GRANADA: Guided walking tour, visit the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife; dinner at a local restaurant
VALENCIA: Guided walking tour
BARCELONA: Guided sightseeing, take pictures of the Sagrada Familia Basilica, and visit the gothic quarter; farewell dinner
MEALS: Full buffet breakfast daily (B); 5 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Madrid, a special dinner with wine in Granada, and a farewell dinner in Barcelona
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.

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Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN.

After arrival check into your hotel. At 6pm, meet your Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

2

MADRID.

The capital since 1561, Madrid today is a strikingly modern city, the showcase of a country resolutely turned towards the future. Your Local Guide takes you to the Puerta del Sol, Plaza de Espana with its monument to Cervantes, the Parliament, Cibeles Fountain, elegant Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Castellana. Then, the highlight: a visit to the palatial PRADO MUSEUM with its priceless art treasures. This afternoon is at leisure. Exciting optional excursions are available. (B)

3

MADRID-CORDOBA-SEVILLE.

This morning, drive south through the arid landscapes of Don Quixote's La Mancha to Cordoba, where sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Alcazar, the Roman Bridge, and the medieval old Jewish quarter. Tour the magnificent 8th-century MOSQUE OF THE CALIPHS, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. Then, continue to vibrant, festive Seville, the capital of Andalusia. (B,D)

4

SEVILLE.

During your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide hear about the city's role in Roman times, its conquest by the Moors in 712AD, and its contribution to the discovery of the New World. Admire Maria Luisa Park, the Golden Tower on the Guadalquivir River, and the university that used to be the tobacco factory of Carmen fame. Then, stroll through the narrow lanes of the charming SANTA CRUZ QUARTER. Highlight is a visit to the ALCAZAR, founded in the 11th century as a Moorish fortress, with its Palacio de Don Pedro. For those interested, an optional extended guided visit to the cathedral is available. Tonight, for a truly Andalusian night out, reserve a seat at our optional Flamenco show. (B)

5

SEVILLE-GRANADA.

Sightseeing with a Local Guide features Granada's main attraction, the ALHAMBRA COMPLEX. The mighty yet graceful citadel was planned by 13th-century Moorish ruler Al Ahamar. A fantasy of "lace in stone" surrounded by arabesque gardens and fountains, it affords superb views of the Old Quarter and Sacromonte, a mountain occupied by Gypsy cave dwellers. Also amble through the magnificent WATER GARDENS OF THE GENERALIFE, the royal summer residence. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

6

GRANADA-VALENCIA.

Cross Mora Pass and pass troglodyte cave dwellings hollowed out of the soft tufa stone near Purullena and Guadix on your way to Valencia, once a royal capital. During your guided walking tour, Valencia's Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history comes alive. (B,D)

7

VALENCIA-BARCELONA.

Drive along the coast to Barcelona, Spain's second-largest city and the host of the Olympic Games in 1992. Tonight, why not join an optional dinner at a typical Catalonian restaurant? (B)

8

BARCELONA.

Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the Columbus Monument, elegant tree-lined Ramblas, Plaza de Cataluna, and Paseo de Gracia. Admire the spectacular Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's masterpiece, and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuic Hill. Also visit the GOTHIC QUARTER . Afternoon at leisure. An optional excursion to Montserrat can be arranged. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)

9

BARCELONA.

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

THE BEST OF SPAIN

Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
05 May 201213 May 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
12 May 201220 May 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
19 May 201227 May 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
26 May 201203 Jun 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Jun 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
02 Jun 201210 Jun 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
09 Jun 201217 Jun 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
16 Jun 201224 Jun 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
23 Jun 201201 Jul 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
30 Jun 201208 Jul 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Jul 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
07 Jul 201215 Jul 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
14 Jul 201222 Jul 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
21 Jul 201229 Jul 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Aug 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
04 Aug 201212 Aug 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
11 Aug 201219 Aug 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
25 Aug 201202 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Sep 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
01 Sep 201209 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
01 Sep 201209 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
08 Sep 201216 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
15 Sep 201223 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
15 Sep 201223 Sep 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
22 Sep 201230 Sep 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
29 Sep 201207 Oct 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
29 Sep 201207 Oct 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Oct 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
06 Oct 201214 Oct 2012On Request $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
13 Oct 201221 Oct 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
20 Oct 201228 Oct 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List
27 Oct 201204 Nov 2012Open $2349 NZD $2978 NZD Hotel List

Nov 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
10 Nov 201218 Nov 2012Open $2189 NZD $2818 NZD Hotel List
24 Nov 201202 Dec 2012Open $2189 NZD $2818 NZD Hotel List

Dec 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
08 Dec 201216 Dec 2012Open $2189 NZD $2818 NZD Hotel List
22 Dec 201230 Dec 2012Open $2289 NZD $2918 NZD Hotel List

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTBarcelona01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $262 NZD $141 NZD $131 NZD
PREMadrid01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $224 NZD $136 NZD $113 NZD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
OPTIONALGratuity113 NZD

THE BEST OF SPAIN

Tour Code - ZV

9 days Madrid to Barcelona Madrid, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona

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Optional Excursions

To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour. Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.

PriceDetails
57  EUR

Name: ANDALUSIAN DINNER & FLAMENCO
Location: SEVILLE
Description: While savouring a three-course Adalusian dinner with drinks, enjoy an exciting and passionate flamenco show.
29  EUR

Name: BEAUTIFUL BARCELONA
Location: BARCELONA
Description: See more of the ciutat with your local expert: the Columbus Monument, Barceloneta, Olympic Village, neo-Moorish style Arc de Triomf and Gaudi's unique Parc Guell masterpiece.
49  EUR

Name: EL ESCORIAL
Location: MADRID
Description: Visit EL ESCORIAL a Renaissance style quadrangular complex of white-grey stone, which houses the Mausoleum of the Spanish Monarchs and is listed as Unesco World Heritage Site. Built under the order of King Phillip II it is considered the eighth wonder of the world.
41  EUR

Name: EXCURSION TO MONTSERRAT
Location: BARCELONA
Description: Drive to Montserrat mountain and with its impressive Benedictine monastery. Visit the Royal Basilica, one of Spain's most important pilgrimage sites and admire the 12th-century Romanesque carving of the Virgen Moroneta, the Black Virgin.
39  EUR

Name: GLIMPSES OF GRANADA
Location: GRANADA
Description: With your local guide, discover the Royal Chapel in Granda's cathedral, which houses the mortal remains of the couple who unified Spain under one monarchy, Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon. Then, visit the Carthusian Monastery, an outstanding example of Baroque architecture. Finally, enjoy a beautiful view over the city and The Alhambra from the famous El Albaic�n Moorish quarter.
18  EUR

Name: LA GIRALDA AND COLUMBUS TOMB
Location: SEVILLE
Description: Seville's 15th century gothic cathedral is the third-largest church in Europe and boasts the breathtaking La Giralda, one of the three remaining Almohad minarets in the world. This beautiful structure became the bell tower of the Cathedral and dominates the city's skyline. The Cathedral also houses the remains of explorer Christopher Columbus.
55  EUR

Name: PANORAMIC DRIVE & DINNER
Location: MADRID
Description: Drive through the capital's boulevards, passing beautiful buildings and fountains. Later dine Spanish-style at one of Madrid's favourite restaurants with drinks included.
52  EUR

Name: SPANISH DINNER
Location: BARCELONA
Description: In the heart of Barcelona, enjoy a three-course meal, including local specialties and drinks, in a typical Spanish restaurant.
 
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