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DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Spain
Depart for Spain
DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Madrid
Arrive in Madrid, Spain's energetic capital and transfer to your hotel. Time to rest before tonight's Welcome Drink and orientation meeting at approximately 7 PM with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by a Welcome Dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Wednesday - Madrid City Tour
Today's tour of Madrid's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles with its striking buildings. Continue to view the magnificent Royal Palace, Europe's second largest. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own. Or, participate in the optional tour to El Escorial*, the stunning combination monastery-palace-mausoleum built by Philip II
*For Dec 23 & 30 departures, the optional Tour to El Escorial is unavailable
Optional: Tour to El Escorial (PM)
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Thursday - Toledo City Tour, Travel to Granada
Travel to nearby Toledo, the former capital city of Spain that still retains its medieval atmosphere and charm. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, Toledo is known for its extensive monumental heritage and historical coexistence of Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. Take a panoramic drive along the Tagus River and enjoy views of the Alcazar of Toledo. Walk through the ancient Jewish Quarter before visiting the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Europe still standing. Next, visit St. Tome Church, with its magnificent masterpiece by El Greco. Then, drive across the arid landscapes of Don Quixote's "La Mancha" to Granada in Andalucia for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Granada
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Friday - Moorish Influenced Alhambra, Seville
Today's sightseeing of Moorish Granada is highlighted by a visit to the 13th century Alhambra,* one of Spain's most celebrated monuments, dramatically perched atop Assabica Hill and overlooking the entire city. This imposing hilltop fortress, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world's finest examples of Moorish art and architecture. During the reign of the Moors, the Alhambra served as the residence of the royal family. See spectacular views of the town and the Sierra Nevada Mountains before continuing to Seville, capital of Andalucia for overnight
*Alhambra visiting times, which may include evening hours, and which areas of the complex are accessible on the day of your visit, are determined solely at the discretion of the Alhambra. Your itinerary will be arranged by your Tour Manager to accommodate the designated time of entry
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Saturday - Seville City Tour
On this morning's visit in Seville, admire the beautiful Plaza de España and the Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Explore the narrow streets and the many beautiful plazas of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter. Remainder of the day is at leisure in the bustling downtown area to discover this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, enjoy an optional Flamenco Show performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists
Optional: Evening Flamenco Show (PM)
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Sunday - Cordoba City Tour, Madrid
Depart Seville to Cordoba, founded by the Romans. Visit the astonishing Mezquita de Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, transformed into a soaring cathedral in the 16th century. A walking tour of the city reveals the ancient Jewish Quarter with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets, shady flower filled courtyards, picturesque squares, and view of the 14th century Synagogue on Calle de los Judios. After lunch on your own, travel to Madrid for overnight. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner together
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Monday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 1, Wednesday - Depart for Spain
Depart for Spain
DAY 2, Thursday - Arrive in Madrid
Arrive in Madrid, Spain's energetic capital and transfer to your hotel. Time to rest before tonight's Welcome Drink and orientation meeting at approximately 7 PM with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by a Welcome Dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Friday - Madrid City Tour
Today's tour of Madrid's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles with its striking buildings. Continue to view the magnificent Royal Palace, Europe's second largest. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own. Or, participate in the optional tour to El Escorial, the stunning combination monastery-palace-mausoleum built by Philip II
Optional: Tour to El Escorial (PM)
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Saturday - Toledo City Tour, Travel to Granada
Travel to nearby Toledo, the former capital city of Spain that still retains its medieval atmosphere and charm. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, Toledo is known for its extensive monumental heritage and historical coexistence of Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. Take a panoramic drive along the Tagus River and enjoy views of the Alcazar of Toledo. Walk through the ancient Jewish Quarter before visiting the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Europe still standing. Next, visit St. Tome Church, with its magnificent masterpiece by El Greco. Then, drive across the arid landscapes of Don Quixote's "La Mancha" to Granada in Andalucia for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Granada
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Sunday - Moorish Influenced Alhambra, Seville
Today's sightseeing of Moorish Granada is highlighted by a visit to the 13th century Alhambra,* one of Spain's most celebrated monuments, dramatically perched atop Assabica Hill and overlooking the entire city. This imposing hilltop fortress, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world's finest examples of Moorish art and architecture. During the reign of the Moors, the Alhambra served as the residence of the royal family. See spectacular views of the town and the Sierra Nevada Mountains before continuing to Seville, capital of Andalucia for overnight
*Alhambra visiting times, which may include evening hours, and which areas of the complex are accessible on the day of your visit, are determined solely at the discretion of the Alhambra. Your itinerary will be arranged by your Tour Manager to accommodate the designated time of entry
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Monday - Seville City Tour
On this morning's visit in Seville, admire the beautiful Plaza de España and the Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Explore the narrow streets and the many beautiful plazas of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter. Remainder of the day is at leisure in the bustling downtown area to discover this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, enjoy an optional Flamenco Show performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists
Optional: Evening Flamenco Show (PM)
Overnight: Seville
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Tuesday - Cordoba City Tour, Madrid
Depart Seville to Cordoba, founded by the Romans. Visit the astonishing Mezquita de Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, transformed into a soaring cathedral in the 16th century. A walking tour of the city reveals the ancient Jewish Quarter with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets, shady flower filled courtyards, picturesque squares, and view of the 14th century Synagogue on Calle de los Judios. After lunch on your own, travel to Madrid for overnight. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner together
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Wednesday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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