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Day 1
DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Madrid.
Day 2
ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
Bienvenido Madrid! After check-in, spend time exploring this amazing city! Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Kick-off Party and learn more about your Spanish adventure!
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 3
TOLEDO EXCURSION AND MADRID SIGHTSEEING
In Toledo, your walking tour with a Local Guide includes a visit to the Synagogue and the Church of Santo Tomé. Toledo is renowned for steel and nearly all of the military swords in Spain were forged here! In the capital, Madrid, wander along wide tree-lined boulevards to see the Cervantes Memorial in the Plaza de España on your guided sightseeing tour. Admire the Puerta del Sol and visit the magnificent Plaza Mayor.
Day 4
MADRID - CORDOBA - SEVILLE (2 NIGHTS)
Hear tales of the legendary Don Quixote, a muddle-headed ‘knight’ who jousted with windmills! In Cordoba, visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn about the region’s rich Moorish history. Arrive later at your hotel in Seville and enjoy a spectacular Be My Guest Spanish-style barbecue this evening!
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 5
SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour through Seville’s tree-lined streets. Visit the beautiful cathedral with its mighty Giralda Bell Tower and the tomb of Christopher Columbus. See the pools and fountains of the Maria Luisa Park, built for the 1929 World’s Fair, and walk through the Jewish quarter. This afternoon, enjoy a Local Speciality dancing lesson. The dance is called the flamenco the dancing lesson will be taught by a Local Expert!
Day 6
SEVILLE - GRANADA
Marvel at the picturesque scenery as you drive to Granada. Your Local Guide takes you on a guided sightseeing tour, which includes a visit to one of the most impressive sights in Spain – the Moorish Alhambra Palace. Wander through the exotic water gardens of the ‘Generalife’ featuring stunning views across the town and surrounding hills from the terraces.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 7
GRANADA - GAUDIX - VALENCIA
See the unique cave dwellings in Gaudix, some of which resemble small cottages, while others are walled earthen mounds with whitewashed chimneys sticking out from the top! Living underground helps the Andalucians escape from the fierce summer heat. In Valencia – renowned for its oranges – see the Bull Ring and the Towers of Serrano and Cuarte. Paella was also invented here and tonight you enjoy a Local Speciality paella-making lesson plus you get to eat it afterwards!
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 8
VALENCIA - PEÑISCOLA - BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
North along the coast in Peñiscola, stop to view the medieval fortified castle, built in the 13th century by the Knights Templar. Later in Barcelona, your Local Guide shows you all the city’s major sights, including Gaudi’s fantastic architectural creations, the Ramblas, Plaza Catalunya and the Gothic quarter featuring a magnificent Cathedral.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 9
BARCELONA EXCURSION TO FC BARCELONA'S CAMP NOU
This morning join your Travel Director for an included visit to Camp Nou - FC Barcelona’s football stadium – the largest in Europe. Here you will visit the museum of the multiple winners of the Spanish Championship and UEFA Champions League. Then enjoy free time in the city to shop or explore. This evening, celebrate the end of your amazing trip with your Travel Director and newfound friends at a special Farewell Dinner.
Day 10
BARCELONA - USA
Say ‘adios’ to Spain, your Travel Director and travel companions at the end of this memorable Spanish adventure. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.