Spanish Experience

Ramblas, Barcelona
Spanish Experience
SPAIN PORTUGAL MOROCCO & FRANCE : REGIONALS
9 Days
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MEMORABLE HIGHLIGHTS
FABULOUS SIGHTSEEING
Madrid Sightseeing tour includes a stop at
the Plaza de España.
Toledo Sightseeing includes views of the
cathedral and synagogue plus a steel
workshop visit.
Puerto Lapice Visit the inn where Don
Quixote is said to have been dubbed a knight.
Seville Sightseeing includes the Maria Luisa
Park, plus views of the cathedral and
Giralda Tower.
Granada Orientation with a visit to the
Albaicin quarter.
Valencia See the town hall, cathedral and
Serrano and Quart Towers.
Peñiscola See the ancient castle.
Barcelona Sightseeing includes the
Gothic quarter, Gaudi's Sagrada Familia and
the Ramblas.
G Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one
surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique
to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert
Travel Director.
Sightseeing / orientation in Madrid, Toledo,
Seville, Granada and Barcelona.
UNBEATABLE FEATURES
Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with
private facilities.
8 buffet breakfasts (BB)
3 three-course dinners (D)
All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage
handling and hotel tips are included.
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with
reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
Services throughout the trip of a professional
multi-lingual Travel Director.
Qualified Local Guide in Madrid, Toledo,
Seville and Barcelona.
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake
booklet and map.
Madrid airport transfers provided on Day 1
and Barcelona airport transfers provided on
Day 9, conditions apply, refer to page 80.
For guests who wish to be transferred to
Madrid, there is a transfer provided to the
Trafalgar extra night hotel in Madrid with
arrival around 6pm.
DAY 1 ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s capital city.
Check into your hotel then relax and unwind.
Later, meet with your Travel Director and
fellow travellers. This evening, spend free
time exploring on your own or join the group
for a tour of the city and perhaps savour
local ‘tapas’ at a café on the Plaza Mayor.
Hotel: Novotel Puente De La Paz (MF)
DAY 2 MADRID SIGHTSEEING AND
FREE TIME
Your expert Local Guide shows you the sights
of Madrid including the Cibeles fountain, the
Gran Via, the Paseo de la Castellana and
the Puerta del Sol. Stop at Plaza de España
to admire the monument to Cervantes.
Afterwards, consider a visit to the famous Prado
Museum featuring a large collection of works
by Velazquez, or take an optional excursion to
the medieval city of Segovia. This evening, you
might be tempted by Madrid's nightlife, where
the locals dine late and enjoy the open-air
cafés and vibrant atmosphere until the early
hours! (BB)
DAY 3 MADRID – TOLEDO – SEVILLE
(2 NIGHTS)
In the medieval city of Toledo – the ancient
capital of Castile – your knowledgeable Local
Guide takes you on a walking tour through the
quaint streets. Enjoy views of the cathedral
and synagogue then visit a steel workshop.
Your journey continues south to Puerto Lapice
where Don Quixote was reputedly dubbed 'a
knight' by a local innkeeper. The plains of La
Mancha give way to the hills of Andalusia with
striking whitewashed villages and churches.
Arrive in Seville, a vibrant city and the home of
bullfighting and flamenco! Dine tonight at your
hotel. (BB D) Hotel: Vertice Aljarafe (F)
DAY 4 SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING AND
FREE TIME
Admire the great monuments and sights of
Seville with your expert Local Guide. View
the pools and pavilions in Maria Luisa Park,
constructed for the 1929 World's Fair. Marvel
at the mighty cathedral and La Giralda. Perhaps
visit the famous bull ring or ride in a horse and
carriage through the city. Tonight, you might like
to experience the fire and passion of a Spanish
flamenco show! (BB)
9 days from US$1285
per person twin share Ref: SPAX
Price per Person
MADRID
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BARCELONA
TOLEDO
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SPAIN
La Mancha
PEÑISCOLA
1 VALENCIA
SEVILLE
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Vineyards
of Jerez
GUADIX
1
GRANADA
Mediterranean
Sea
Overnight stays
PACE: COMFORTABLE • COUNTRIES VISITED: 1
DAY 5 SEVILLE – GRANADA
A picturesque drive through beautiful villages
and brilliant fields of golden sunflowers
brings you to Granada. Your orientation tour
includes the Albaicin quarter featuring stunning
architecture. There may also be a chance
to join an optional excursion to explore the
Alhambra Palace and gardens, subject to ticket
availability. (BB D) Hotel: Luna (F)
DAY 6 GRANADA – VALENCIA
Cross the Mora Pass through superb scenery of
the Sierra Nevada. Admire the cave dwellings
in Guadix with time to take pictures. Continue
through Murcia and the forests of Elche to
Valencia, renowned for its orange groves.
See the bull ring, the great cathedral and the
Towers of Serrano and Quart during your
orientation tour. Later arrive at your hotel where
you dine tonight with your fellow travellers.
(BB D) Hotel: Husa Mas Camarena (MF)
DAY 7 VALENCIA – PEÑISCOLA –
BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
Head north along the coast through the
Levant region and stop at Peñiscola to view
the ancient castle of the 'Spanish Pope',
used in the film El Cid. Continue along the
Costa Dorada to Barcelona, Spain's most
cosmopolitan city. Your expert Local Guide
takes you on a wonderful sightseeing tour,
which includes Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Church
and the Plaza Catalunya. Wander through
the Gothic quarter to view the magnificent
Cathedral, Valencia
cathedral and the lively Ramblas. Tonight,
consider an optional excursion to a Catalanstyle restaurant for a delicious dinner of local
specialities! (BB) Hotel: Abba Garden (MF)
DAY 8 BARCELONA FREE TIME
Today is free for you to explore this fascinating
city. As well as having a rich Roman and
medieval heritage, Barcelona also has a
reputation for fun! Consider an excursion
to the monastery in the rocky mountains of
Monsterrat to see the Black Madonna. This
evening, maybe take the opportunity to dine
with your companions and celebrate the end of
your holiday together. (BB)
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Triple room reduction
US$20
Early payment discount 12 months
10 months
US$95 6 months
2nd trip discount
US$130
US$65
SAVE up to US$66 p.p.
Young traveller discount
US$130
All prices are per person, twin share.
For Trafalgar's other great savings, air details and
extra night accommodation please see pages
12-13 and 80.
DAY 9 DEPART BARCELONA
This morning, say 'adios' to Spain, your Travel
Director and your fellow travellers at the end
of your memorable Spanish Experience!
Transfers are available to Barcelona Airport.
Conditions apply. (BB)
Visit www.trafalgar.com for all definite
departures and up-to-date information on
itineraries and optional excursions.
FIRST CLASS OPTION
For a similar holiday featuring excellent First
Class hotels ask for Trafalgar's Europe & Britain
2012 brochure, pages 112-113.
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