The Best of Spain awaits you on this in-depth Spain vacation ready to unveil the country’s splendid treasures. Envision yourself…Roaring “Ole” during a fiery Flamenco…Toasting “salud” with new friends over “tinto de verano”…Exclaiming “delicioso” for delectable dishes…Feeling truly “bienvenido” by the warm, inviting and open-hearted Spaniards…It’s all here for the taking! On this fantastic Spain travel package, experience lively Madrid’s grand monuments, royal heritage, world-famous museums, cosmopolitan shopping, and unending nightlife. Visit Toledo on an optional tour, one of Europe’s oldest cities and home of famed painter El Greco. Let Seville into your soul, from the fervor of its fiery flamenco and tapas bars, to its iconic Giralda bell tower and winding streets that flow into lively plazas to enjoy. Stroll through the famed white ......
From price is per person, double occupancy, and based on the following hotel:
Barcelona: HCC Regente
Valencia: NH Les Arts
Madrid: Claridge
Seville: Hesperia Seville
Granada: Luna de Granada
(*) Occasionally some of the journeys might be done by high speed train or plane
(**) If any journey is done by train/plane our assistant will meet the clients at the train station or airport upon arrival
(***) Due to capacity restrictions at the Nazari Palaces at the Alhambra, the visit of this Palace for some bookings can only be confirmed 1 week prior to the visit. In case that this Palace cannot be visited, a visit of the Cathedral & Royal Chapel will be included instead
First class hotel: $2,394
All dates are guaranteed if booked 60 days prior to tour’s start date
Single supplement: On Request
Reduction for third person sharing twin-bedded room: On Request
Price is per person based on double occupancy
Double | |
from $2277 |
Welcome to Spain! Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure to explore Barcelona. This captivating city beckons your exploration at leisure with its Gothic Quarter, Art Nouveau structures, and bustling harbor. We suggest a stroll along Las Ramblas pedestrian promenade and a visit to Montjuic, site of the International 1929 exposition and 1992 Olympics. Overnight in Barcelona.
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon you will discover the treasures of the capital of Catalan Art Nouveau where the famous architect, Antoni Gaudi, lived and worked. Drive along Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi’s famous apartment buildings La Pedrera and Casa Batllò, before enjoying a tour of the Sagrada Familia. Overnight in Barcelona. (B)
Day at leisure. Enjoy some shopping, visit a museum, or simply sit back and relax at one of the many bars while sipping wine and tasting some delicious tapas. The city is yours to discover. (B)
Morning departure for Valencia. Upon arrival, explore the city during your panoramic tour. We will drive along the Turia River & Gardens to reach the city center, featuring architecture with designs by world-famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. Visit the historical center with its gothic “Carmen Quarter” and its monuments, including: La Lonja (former silk market), the Modernist façade of the Central Market, The Ceramic Museum, Virgin Square, and Colon Market. Overnight in Valencia. (B)
Upon arrival you will be met and greeted by our local representative. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure to explore magnificent Madrid at your own pace. This eclectic city boasts many attractions, including its Plaza Mayor main square, the Prado museum, the world-famous Opera House and Royal Palace, plus fabulous restaurants, “tapas” bars, shopping, and virtually unending nightlife options. Overnight in Madrid. (B)
Today’s city tour takes you to explore Madrid’s 17th century “Austrian” quarter where the austere exteriors of its palaces contrast with their luxurious interiors. Discover the 18th century neoclassical architecture represented in the Royal Palace, the Sabatini Gardens and “Campo del Moro,” the Alcalá Gate, Paseo del Prado, and famous Cibeles and Neptuno fountains. See the more modern “Gran Via” and the “Paseo de la Castellana.” Overnight in Madrid. (B)
After breakfast depart to Seville, the capital of Andalucía. This afternoon you will visit the Flamenco Museum and take in a one-hour performance that showcases the museum’s dedication to bringing its visitors an authentic and unique flamenco experience. Next, enjoy a panoramic tour of Seville. See Plaza de España & Plaza de América, with its buildings left from the 1929 Latin-American Expo, the María Luisa Park and Torre del Oro by the Guadalquivir, and visit the Cathedral with its original minaret – La Giralda Tower, before returning to your hotel. (B)
Day at leisure to discover other interesting highlights of the Andalusian capital such as the Alcázar, a magnificent Moorish construction to which Mudéjar additions were made in 1326, and the old Jewish Quarter of Santa Cruz, with its characteristic ‘Patios’, artistically decorated with plants, flowers, tiles and wrought iron balconies. (B)
After breakfast depart to fabulous Granada. En-route, we will stop in Cordoba for a tour of its historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Aljama, the 8th century Mosque combining Islamic, Baroque and Gothic design, and internationally recognized as an architectural treasure. After the capture of Cordoba by the Catholics, the Mosque was converted into a cathedral. Next, take in the charm of the Jewish Quarter and visit the Synagogue before continuing to Granada. Overnight in Granada. (B)
Power-up with breakfast at your hotel and get ready to explore Spain’s foremost monument, “La Alhambra” -- built on a hill atop the old Roman and Visigothic ruins overlooking Granada. Tour the main fortress, Alcazaba, with its magnificent Torres Bermejas and the Carlos V Palace before visiting the lush Generalife Gardens. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure. Overnight in Granada. (B)
Today say good bye to Granada and board your high-speed AVE train to Madrid. Day at leisure for optional excursions. We suggest a visit of Toledo, the former Imperial capital city of Spain. Overnight in Madrid. (B)
Relish a delicious breakfast at your hotel before your departure transfer to Madrid’s Airport for your flight home. (B)