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 fervo...
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Day 1
Barcelona
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.
Day 2
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 3
Barcelona
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)
Day 4
Barcelona | Valencia
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)
Day 5
Valencia | Madrid
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)
Day 6
Madrid
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)
Day 7
Madrid | Seville
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 8
Seville
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)
Day 9
Seville | Cordoba | Granada
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)
Day 10
Granada
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)
Day 11
Granada | Madrid
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)
Day 12
MADRID TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Relish a delicious breakfast at your hotel before your departure transfer to Madrid’s Airport for your flight home. (B)
Program Highlights
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, to its winding streets that flow into lively plazas to enjoy
Delve into the grandeur of Granada with visits to Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens
Step back in time in Cordoba as you explore the city’s imposing 8th century mosque turned cathedral
Take in Valencia’s city architecture with designs by world-famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava
Discover Barcelona in the North with its Gothic Quarter, Art Nouveau structures, architectural marvels by Antoni Gaudí, and bustling harbor
INCLUDES
First class hotel accommodation for 11 nights
Buffet breakfast
Assistance of English-speaking local Representatives
Sightseeing, including local guide and all entrance fees as follows:
- Guided tour of Barcelona, including visit of the Sagrada Familia
- Panoramic tour of Valencia
- Guided tour of Madrid, including visit of Royal Palace
- Guided tour of Seville, including visit of Cathedral, Giralda Tower and Flamenco Museum
- Flamenco show in Seville
- Guided tour of Granada, including visit of the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens*
- Guided tour of Cordoba, including visit of the Mosque and Synagogue
Transportation by deluxe private vehicle or AVE High-Speed Train
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Hotel taxes and service charges
HOTEL VINCCI VIA 66
This relaxed hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Santo Domingo metro station, a 10-minute walk from the Royal Palace of Madrid and 3 km from art exhibits at Museo Nacional del Prado.
Trendy rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV and minibars, plus safes and en suite bathrooms. Some have tea and coffeemaking equipment and/or terraces.
Amenities include a rooftop terrace, a cocktail lounge and meeting space.
Includes
daily breakfast, city taxes not included and paid locally
This stylish hotel is located in Seville’s charming Old Town, just 3 minutes’ walk from La Alameda Boulevard. It offers a rooftop terrace with a pool and great views over the city.
The modern, air-conditioned rooms at Casa Romana Hotel Boutique feature satellite TV, a safe and a mini-bar. Each one comes with a private bathroom.
Seville’s impressive Cathedral, Alcázar Palace and Giralda Tower are under 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The Museum of Fine Arts is just 7 minutes’ walk away, and you can walk to the beautiful Santa Cruz district in around 15 minutes.
Included: Daily breakfast Not included: City tax, to be paid locally
Located 5 minutes’ walk from AVE Train Station, Catalonia Granada features a swimming pool and a roof-top sun terrace with city views and bar service. There is free WiFi available throughout.
There is a restaurant, where a buffet breakfast is served every morning; a hall bar and meeting amenities and conference rooms available for business events and banquets.
Popular points of interest near Catalonia Granada include Alcaiceria, Royal Chapel and Sacromonte. Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen Airport is 9.3 mi away.
daily breakfast included, hotel city tax not included and to be paid locally
Stay in the heart of modernist Barcelona at the Catalonia
Plaza Catalunya hotel, a fin de siècle building that preserves the design of
this historic period in the city. Whether here for business or leisure, you
will be perfectly located, just a few metres from Paseo de Gracia, Las Ramblas
and Plaza Catalunya. You will love our modern rooms: some of the superior rooms
and the fabulous junior suite have a
private terrace and pool.
You can't visit Barcelona and not try tapas. The ones in our
Contempo Gastrobar will surprise you for their quality and originality. Relax
in our Alegría spa or in the hotel’s garden patio, enjoying a cocktail or a
refreshing dip in the pool. If you have a celebration or event in mind, the
Catalonia Plaza Catalunya has rooms fitted with the latest technology to make
it a success. We look forward to seeing you in the heart of Barcelona!
Daily breakfast included, hotel city tax not included and to
be paid locally
The NH Valencia Las Artes hotel couldn’t be in a better spot. It’s just a couple of minutes’ walk from a science museum, aquarium and IMAX cinema. Buses outside the hotel take you into the old town, and you can be on the beach in 15 minutes. The hotel is very close to the new "Roig Arena" stadium, the most importan venue for events and concerts, and the new basketball court of the Valencia Basket Club.
The hotel has 174 rooms in a choice of Standard or Superior as well as two Junior suite. Muted grey, green and brown lends a soothing ambience, and several rooms have garden views.
The restaurant serves up a flavor of Valencia as well as special children’s meals. You can work out in our gym then relax with a dip in the pool followed by a sauna.
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
THE BEST OF SPAIN
Madrid - Sevilla - Granada - Barcelona - Valencia
12 Days
From: $3,874
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