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Spanish Spree

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Details 13 Days from $1,349
Mar 2010 - Mar 2010
Description

Featuring: Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Ibiza, Barcelona

Tour Itinerary

   Day 1: Depart for Europe
Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!
 
   Day 2: Arrive Madrid
After checking in to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm in the hotel. ( Dinner )
 
   Day 3: Madrid
Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Museum. Tonight why not enjoy the local nightlife? ( Breakfast )
 
   Day 4: Madrid to Cordoba
Today begins with a morning drive to Toledo, where we see the Gothic cathedral and El Greco's house. We then head south into the heart of Andalusia. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
 
   Day 5: Cordoba to Seville
Time this morning to explore the cavernous depths of the Cordoba Mezquita. Later we travel to the host city of the 1992 World Expo - Seville. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
 
   Day 6: Seville
Today take the opportunity to visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus and the famous Giralda. Perhaps join us for a visit to the Plaza de Toros before indulging in some of the local tapas. ( Breakfast )
 
   Day 7: Seville to Granada
Today we visit Gibraltar before travelling east through the Sierra Nevada mountains to the town of Granada which is steeped in Moorish history. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
 
   Day 8: Granada
Today an included visit of the spectacular former residence of the Moorish Kings - the Alhambra Palace. You'll also have a chance to visit the historic Albaicin district of this city. ( Breakfast )
 
   Day 9: Granada to Valencia
Continuing east we make our way to the Orange Blossom Coast and its capital, Valencia. Join us for an orientation tour and see the medieval Cathedral, home to the Holy Grail. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
 
   Day 10: Valencia to Barcelona
Today we travel to the 1992 Olympic city of Barcelona. Arriving early evening we see some of the famous sights, including the Sagrada Familia and Montjuic. After dinner why not head out and explore one of Europe's liveliest cities? ( Breakfast, Dinner )
 
   Day 11: Barcelona
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties. ( Breakfast )
 
   Day 12: Barcelona to Madrid
We travel west to Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance to lunch in this city of four cultures. Then it's on to Madrid! Tonight the chance to end your Spanish experience with a traditional meal in the heart of the city. ( Breakfast )
 
   Day 13: Depart Madrid
Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast. ( Breakfast )
 

Tour Highlights

Tour of the Royal Palace with a local guide (Tour of the Royal Palace may be substitutued with a tour of the Prado if the Palace is closed for an official state function)
Madrid

See the Gran Via, the Puerta del Sol & Plaza de Espana
Madrid

See the Alcazar Fortress and Gothic Cathedral
Toledo

Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs
Cordoba

See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de Espana
Seville

Visit the rock that is still under the Sovereignty of the British
Gibraltar

Scenic drive past Marbella and Malaga
Costa del Sol

Guided visit of the Alhambra Palace
Granada

See Gaudi's Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic Games complex
Barcelona

Walk through the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla
Barcelona

See the monumental cathedral
Zaragoza

Accomodations on this Tour


Add Ons for this Tour

Europe Optional Excursions prices vary
The optional excursions below are a guide of what may be available on this tour in 2009. Complete details will be updated in early 2009.

Group Photo Euro 10.00
The magnificent Placa Espana is the backdrop to our group photo and makes perfect souvenir of your trip.

Guided Tour of Albaicin & La Cartuja Euro 17.00 (20-40 people)/ Euro 14.00 (41+ people)
Join a local guide for a fascinating tour of the historic Moorish Quarter of Granada to learn about the the many cultural influences in Spain. We also visit La Cartuja Monastery and the chapel housing the tombs of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.

Guided Tour of the Valley of the Fallen Euro 15.00 (15-40 people)/ Euro 13.00 (41+ people)
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Guadarrama mountains to visit the amazing monument to those who died in the Spanish Civil War. Our local guide will explain the significance of the site and will also show you the tomb of the late Spanish dictator, Francisco Franco.

Los Galayos Euro 33.00
Our restaurant tonight is situated on the famous Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city. You'll enjoy a wide range of tapas and traditional Spanish dishes accompanied with local wine.

Seville Walking Tour Euro 15.00
Our local guide will bring the passions of Seville alive. First we visit the Plaza de Toros and Bullfighting Museum (entry to Bullring and Museum included,)then on to the Santa Cruz district to try some local Tapas.

Tablao de Carmen Euro 56.00
Tonight's restaurant is located right in the Andalucian Quarter of El Pueblo Espanol on the mountain of Montjuic. Enjoy typical Andaluz cuisine, Rioja and of course the unforgettable Flamenco show.

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