2012 |

 

SPANISH FIESTA

Tour Code - 6810

9 days Madrid to Madrid Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Costa del Sol, Granada

All inclusive prices starting at: $1132

Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Moors in Andalusia and Don Quixote in La Mancha on this splendid Spanish Fiesta. Your guided sightseeing in Madrid takes you on a full panoramic drive by way of Avenida Mayor, Puerto del Sol, Parliament Square and the Royal Palace.  Explore the walled city of Toledo made famous by El Greco’s paintings and into the heart of La Mancha as you head to Cordoba.  Here your local guide introduces you to beautiful architecture of the most Moorish city in Spain.  Onwards through the Andalusian countryside you reach the colourful city of Seville.  Admire this great city famous for the fiery flamenco, Moorish splendour, gardens and elegant plazas.  A scenic inland route takes you to Ronda, famed for its white-washed villages, and later to the trendy resort town of Marbella.  Next is historical Granada, for a guided sightseeing featuring the impressive Alhambra, the summer complex of Moorish kings.  Pass orange and olive groves and the barren lands of La Mancha on your way back to Madrid.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 8
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 4

Standard Features

SIGHTSEEING: Visits to Toledo, Ronda, Marbella
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS: La Mancha, Costa del Sol
GUIDES: Local Guide for city sightseeing in Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Alhambra complex. Professional Tour Director while touring
TRANSPORTATION: Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach.
HOTELS: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
MEALS: Buffet breakfasts (B); 4 dinners (D)
OPTIONALS: Choice of optional excursions available at reasonable prices to customise your own experience

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Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN.

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring lively Madrid. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers. (D)

2

MADRID.

Not only is it the capital of Spain, but because it is situated 665 metres (2,180 feet) above sea level, the Spaniards rightly say Madrid is the nearest thing to heaven. Guided sightseeing today includes a full panoramic drive by way of the Avenida Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Parliament Square, and a picture stop outside the Royal Palace. Afternoon at leisure. Maybe join one of the optional excursions available. (B)

3

MADRID-TOLEDO-CORDOBA.

Leave the capital and head towards Toledo. The splendid setting of this old walled city above the Tagus was made famous in El Greco's painting, and even now it's like a great open-air museum of Spanish history and art. Later, continue into the very heart of La Mancha, known for its castle and windmills, as you travel to Cordoba on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. (B,D)

4

CORDOBA-SEVILLE.

This morning, included sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to Spain's most Moorish city with the Mezquita, one of Islam's most important pieces of architecture outside the Arab world that was converted to a Catholic cathedral. See small, white-washed houses, winding streets, and colourful squares. Enjoy more Andalusian landscapes before reaching Seville, one of Spain's most colourful cities. (B)

5

SEVILLE.

The wonderful Andalusian city of Seville is the epitome of Spain with its fiery flamenco, Moorish splendor, fragrant gardens, and elegant plazas. Admire the city's many highlights this morning during your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Afternoon at leisure. Perhaps tonight you'd like to join an optional flamenco show? (B,D)

6

SEVILLE-RONDA-MARBELLA-COSTA DEL SOL.

Today, take the scenic inland route to Ronda, the emblem of all Andalusian white-washed villages. Once you reach the mediterranean shores, stop for a stroll in the traditional quarters of celebrated Marbella. Continue to your hotel and later, enjoy the sandy beaches, browse through the trendy boutiques, or sample the many seafood restaurants for which the resort is famous. Don't miss out on the optional excursion to Mijas, a typical Andalusian market town with enchanting views of the coast from its upper terraces. (B)

7

COSTA DEL SOL-GRANADA.

In the morning, drive to history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. Enjoy included sightseeing with a Local Guide that features the Alhambra, a summer complex built by Moorish kings. You'll marvel at its architectural beauty and magnificent gardens. (B,D)

8

GRANADA-MADRID.

The olive and orange groves of the rolling Andalusian hills as well as the barren landscapes of Don Quixote's La Mancha unfold before your eyes as you head north to Madrid. Time for some shopping, exploring on your own, or the chance to join an excursion. (B)

9

MADRID.

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
11 May 201219 May 2012On Request $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
18 May 201226 May 2012On Request $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List

Jun 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
15 Jun 201223 Jun 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
22 Jun 201230 Jun 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List

Jul 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
27 Jul 201204 Aug 2012Open $1209 AUD $1670 AUD Hotel List

Aug 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
17 Aug 201225 Aug 2012Open $1209 AUD $1670 AUD Hotel List

Sep 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
14 Sep 201222 Sep 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
21 Sep 201229 Sep 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
28 Sep 201206 Oct 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List

Oct 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
05 Oct 201213 Oct 2012Open $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
12 Oct 201220 Oct 2012On Request $1247 AUD $1708 AUD Hotel List
19 Oct 201227 Oct 2012Open $1209 AUD $1670 AUD Hotel List
26 Oct 201203 Nov 2012On Request $1209 AUD $1670 AUD Hotel List

Nov 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
02 Nov 201210 Nov 2012Open $1151 AUD $1612 AUD Hotel List
09 Nov 201217 Nov 2012On Request $1151 AUD $1612 AUD Hotel List

Dec 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
21 Dec 201229 Dec 2012Open $1132 AUD $1593 AUD Hotel List

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTMadrid30 Dec 201131 Dec 2012 $ AUD $87 AUD $ AUD
PREMadrid30 Dec 201131 Dec 2012 $ AUD $87 AUD $ AUD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
OPTIONALGratuity86 AUD

SPANISH FIESTA

Tour Code - 6810

9 days Madrid to Madrid Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Costa del Sol, Granada

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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
60  EUR

Name: DINNER & FLAMENCO SHOW
Location: SEVILLE
Description: A typical dinner to discover the Sevillian cuisine. After the meal, enjoy a flamenco show with professional artists, some of whom are national prize winners.
50  EUR

Name: ESCORIAL & VALLEY OF THE FALLEN
Location: MADRID
Description: Enjoy a visit to two of Spain's most famous sights: El Escorial, which is a world heritage site and then the Valley of the Fallen, where you can see the Basilica at 1350 metres above sea level where an impressive 150m high cross dominates the magnificent nature reserve of Madrid's mountain range.
25  EUR

Name: GIPSY EVENING
Location: GRANADA
Description: Any visit to Granada would not be complete without seeing live authentic gypsy dance: enjoy a passionate flamenco show with the purity and colour of gypsy Andalusian music and dance. A drink is included during the show.
35  EUR

Name: GRANADA'S HIDDEN SECRETS
Location: GRANADA
Description: Before seeing the most important sight of Granada (the Alhambra), admire some of Granada interesting sights on this city tour: starting with the second most important monument in Granada - the Carthusian Monastery, then into the city centre with an inside visit to the Royal Chapel. You will also have some free time in the Alcaiceria (the old Moorish quarter).
35  EUR

Name: MADRID BY NIGHT & TAPAS
Location: MADRID
Description: An authentic Spanish food experience in a tapas restaurant situated in the centre of the capital: typical gourmet food such as "pisto manchego" (vegetables) with egg, Iberian ham & cheese, Spanish omelette and many other specialities. After dinner, an orientation drive of Madrid to admire the city with its splendid avenues, illuminated fountains and beautiful promenades.
 
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