Best of Spain Summer 2018
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- City tour in Barcelona, Seville, Córdoba, Toledo and Madrid
- Orientation of Burgos, Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona and Valencia
- View the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, La Concha Bay in San Sebastian, the Cathedral of Zaragoza, the Castle of Peñiscola, Serrano and Quart Towers and the City of Arts and Sciences complex designed by Santiago Calatrava in Valencia
- Visit The Tomb of El Cid in Burgos, the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Rock of Gibraltar, Cathedral in Seville, the Mosque of the Caliphs in Córdoba, the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo and the Prado Museum in Madrid
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Welcome to the fiery Iberian capital that is Madrid - a fitting introduction to an epic journey tracing the very best that Spain has to offer. Delve deep into the soul of a city that marches to the tune of the tapas tango and explore the bustling streets before meetin...
Journey over the pine-clad Guadarrama Mountains to Burgos, the historic capital of Castile, where we will visit the tomb of El Cid, a national hero and the protagonist of the most significant medieval Spanish epic poem - El Cantar de Mio Cide. We cross the Ebro River ...
We depart Santander and travel to Bilbao to view the striking Guggenheim Museum, built from titanium, glass and limestone and designed by renowned US architect Frank Gehry. Continuing to San Sebastian, the gourmet capital of Spain, we see the beautiful Bahia de la Con...
Meandering through the Ebro Valley en route to beguiling Barcelona, we view the Basilica of El Pilar and Cathedral of La Seo of Zaragoza. Soak up the charm of a city that professes two great loves - Gaudi and football. Enjoy panoramic views of a city, which dates back...
The whimsical fantasy world of Gaudi is on display this morning as we embark on a sightseeing tour to see the inspiring, but as yet unfinished, La Sagrada Família in the company of a Local Specialist. We'll see Las Ramblas and Plaça de Catalunya, which lies at the hea...
The sweet scent of oranges accompanies us on our journey along the Costa Dorada south to fortified Peñiscola where we'll see the ancient castle used in the film 'El Cid'. Continuing through fertile huertas, we arrive in sunny Valencia where we will stay the night. Our...
Journey via the dramatic Mora Pass to the city of Granada where we meet our Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Alhambra Palace - its golden façades and extraordinary Moorish architecture reflect centuries of multicultural ...
Set your watch to Spanish time and enjoy a leisurely morning on your terms, or consider taking an Optional Experience to explore the medieval Moorish Quarter of Granada - Albayzín - with its narrow winding lanes, churches, minarets and palaces. We leave Granada behind...
Another day in paradise for you to kick back, worship the Spanish sunshine and taste la buena vida. Enjoy fresh seafood in Torremolinos, relax on the bleached beaches and soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere or consider an Optional Experience to the effervescent Andalusian capital of Málaga to explore centuries of fascinating history. Buffet Breakfast
A scenic drive takes you past the millionaire's resort of Marbella and on to La Linea. Cross to the Rock of Gibraltar, for free time to explore. Consider joining an Optional Experience to St. Michael's Cave to see the Barbary Macaques (Rock Apes). This afternoon conti...
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a tour of Seville's leafy avenues. See the iconic Giralda Tower, a former minaret that was converted to a bell tower and visit the Seville Cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. Meander through Maria Lui...
We journey to Córdoba to meet a Local Specialist for a visit to the astounding Mosque of the Caliphs, a jewel of Hispano-Islamic art featuring striking arches and Byzantine mosaics. Then visit the remains of the 14th century mudejar-style synagogue in the old Jewish n...
The ancient imperial city of Toledo is our first stop today where we join a Local Specialist for a fascinating walking tour of the city's narrow streets. We'll visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to one of El Greco's most famous paintings - The Burial of Count Orgaz,...
The lavish palaces and grand plazas of Madrid take centre stage today as we join our Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of Spain's capital city. See Plaza España, Gran Vía, Puerta Del Sol and the Cibeles Fountain before visiting the world-famous Prado Museum, fea...
Our journey together has come to an end. For now it's a fond adios to Spain and newfound friends. Transfers are available. Conditions apply. Buffet Breakfast
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