Overview
Spain, on Europe’s Iberian Peninsula, is really 17 autonomous regions, each with its own geography and culture. The capital, Madrid,
is home to the Royal Palace and singular Prado museum, housing works by European masters, and Segovia to the north has a fairy-tale
medieval castle and Roman aqueduct. Catalonia’s capital, Barcelona, is defined by Antoni Gaudí’s quirky modernist architecture, including
the Sagrada Família basilica. At 505,992 km2 (195,365 sq mi), Spain is the world's fifty-second largest country and Europe's fourth
largest country. It is some 47,000 km2 (18,000 sq mi) smaller than France and 81,000 km2 (31,000 sq mi) larger than the US state of
California. Mount Teide (Tenerife) is the highest mountain peak in Spain and is the third largest volcano in the world from its base.
Spain also includes the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean and a number of uninhabited
islands on the Mediterranean side of the Strait of Gibraltar, known as plazas de soberanía ("places of sovereignty", or territories under
[Spanish] sovereignty), such as the Chafarinas Islands and Alhucemas. The peninsula of Vélez de la Gomera is also regarded as a plaza de
soberanía. The isle of Alborán, located in the Mediterranean between Spain and North Africa, is also administered by Spain, specifically
by the municipality of Almería, Andalusia. The little Pheasant Island in the River Bidasoa is a Spanish-French condominium. Three main
climatic zones can be separated, according to geographical situation and orographic conditions: The Mediterranean climate, characterised
by warm and dry summers. It is dominant in the peninsula, with two varieties: Csa and Csb according to the Köppen climate classification.
The Csb Zone, with a more extreme climate, hotter in summer and colder in winter, extends to additional areas not typically associated
with a Mediterranean climate, such as much of central and northern-central of Spain (e.g. Valladolid, Burgos, León). The semi-arid climate
(Bsh, Bsk), located in the southeastern quarter of the country, especially in the region of Murcia and in the Ebro valley. In contrast with
the Mediterranean climate, the dry season extends beyond the summer. The oceanic climate (Cfb), located in the northern quarter of the
country, especially in the region of Basque Country, Cantabria, Asturias and partly Galicia. In contrary to the Mediterranean climate,
winter and summer temperatures are influenced by the ocean, and have no seasonal drought. Apart from these main types, other sub-types can
be found, like the alpine climate in the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada, and a typical desert climate in the zone of Almería and in most parts
of the Canary Islands; while in higher areas of the Canary Islands the predominant climate is subtropical.
Validity
Valid till 31 March 2017
Day 1: Barcelona – Zaragoza - Madrid
Departure from our bus Terminal located in Gran Vía 645, at 10.00AM., towards Zaragoza. Free time to visit The Basilica of our Lady of The Pilar,
Patroness of Hispanity and to see the old quarters of the city. In the afternoon, continue to Madrid. Overnight.
Day 2: Madrid
Breakfast and overnight. In the morning, panoramic city tour with local guide, where we will see the old and new town, go all over the Santiago
Bernabeu Stadium, Cibeles Square and Gran Via Avenue, to end Orient Square. We will make a stop at the Senorial Retiro Park and the Ventas Bull Ring.
Free time to take some photos ( it will depend to climatic conditions ). Continue to the Columbus Square, where we will take a soft-drink in the Hard
Rock Café Madrid. Afternoon at leisure to explore Madrid or attend an excursion in the outskirts of Madrid to El Escorial.
Day 3: Madrid - Excursions to Toledo
Breakfast and overnight. Morning excursion Toledo (half day) Tour of this monumental city declared World Heritage. On arrival panoramic drive around
Toledo and then proceed on foot to visit the historical old town. We will enter the Cathedral (entrance included), Santo Tome which in its interior
holds one of the masterpieces of El Greco, “The burial of the count of Orgaz” (entrance included) and finally we will proceed towards the former Jewish
Quarters to see the synagogue of St. Maria La Blanca. Departure to Madrid afternoon at leisure.
Day 4: Madrid – Cordoba – Seville
Breakfast at hotel. Departure towards La Mancha. Brief stop at the typical site of Don Quixote. Continue towards the south of Spain, crossing through
the impressive gorge of Despeñaperros, gateway to the Andalusian Region. Our next stop will be in Cordoba, declared World Heritage. Included monumental
tour with our local guide in which we will take a stroll through the Jewish Quarters and then visit the world renowned Mosque (entrance included). In
the afternoon proceed to Seville. Overnight. Time at leisure to explore the quaint streets and squares of Seville.
Day 5: Seville
Breakfast and overnight. Morning panoramic and monumental city tour, where we will come in contact with this magnificent city, driving by Maria Luisas
Park, The University, Americas Square and The Pavillions built in 1929 for the Iberoamerican Fair. Following the panoramic tour we will continue on foot
from the Murillo Gardens towards the old “Santa Cruz” quarters. Brief stop. We will then proceed to the Cathedral (entrance included) where we will also
see the symbol of Seville, The Giralda Tower once the minaret of the Mosque and today the belfry of the Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure where you can
attend an optional artistic tour. In the late afternoon, possibility of attending the finest Flamenco Show in Spain.
Day 6: Seville– Cadiz – Jerez - La Linea (Gibraltar) – Costa Del Sol
We will have breakfast and right away we will start the trip to Cadiz, known as "tacita de plata", which means little silver cup, it is the most southern
city from Europe. It is surrounded by sea, its "almost" an island with more than 3000 years of history, it is known as the most ancient city from Europe
and also the birthplace of the Spanish Constitution, in 1982. We will start with a short panoramic city tour. We will continue to Jerez, where we will
visit the wine cellars / bodegas. Later on, we will continue with la Ruta del Toro (Bull Route) and we will arrive to La Línea (borderline with Gibraltar).
Then we will have free time where we will be able to cross the borderline into this British city inside the Peninsula Iberica, with the famous Peñón and
the amazing views to the African cost. Mid afternoon, we will continue our trip to the worldwide known Costa del Sol. Once there, we will have dinner and the accommodation.
Day 7: Costa Del Sol
Breakfast, dinner and overnight. Day at leisure in this world renowned touristic complex situated between the Mediterranean and the mountains. You can
enjoy the magnificant beaches one of the finest in Europe, its marinas and also sea shore cafes and restaurants.
Day 8: Costa Del Sol – Granada
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time till midmorning to then proceed to Granada which is located on the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Overnight.
Day 9: Granada – Alicante – Valencia
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Alicante. Panoramic drive through Alicante to admire the unique location between the mountains and the sea which has
an unforgettable enclavement of this beautiful lively city. Continue to Valencia. Overnight.
Day 10: Valencia – Barcelona
Breakfast at the hotel and possibility of signing up for the optional city tour of Valencia, a town renowneded for the international Fallas Festival and
of the works of the valencian arquitect Santiago Calatrava, who designed The Arts and Science Complex, unique in its gendre. Departure to Barcelona.
Tour End !
Package Pricing
Price Per Adult on Twin Sharing
Price Per Adult on Single Occupancy
Price Per Child with Bed (2-11 Years)
Price Per Child without Bed (2-11 Years)
USD 1499
USD 1799
USD 1299
USD 599