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2010 Low Season Departures on Fridays (10days/9nights): Feb. 12, 26; March 12, 19,26
2010/2011 Departures on Saturdays(9Days/8nights) : Apr 3, 17, May 1, 15, 29, Jun 12, 26, Jul 10, 24, Aug 7, 21, Sept 4, 18, Oct 2, 16, 30, Nov 13, 27, Dec 11, 25 2010 & Jan 8, 22, Feb 5, 19, Mar 5 19, 26 2011
10Days/9nights - Itinerary for departures Feb - 26Mar 2010:
(scroll down for new itinerary for departures from Apr 2010)
Day 1, Friday: BARCELONA
Arrival at Barcelona airport. You will be transferred to your First Class hotel. It is suggested that you take advantage of the free time to get to know one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. In the evening, it is suggested to dine at the Pueblo Espaņol, featuring architectural replicas from all of Spain’s regions. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes dinner tonight. Accommodations.
Day 2, Saturday: BARCELONA / MADRID (by fast train)
Buffet breakfast. This morning enjoy an escorted tour of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. See the ancient Gothic Quarter with its magnificent cathedral. Stop to admire the exterior of Gaudi’s masterwork, the Basilica of the Sacred Family (Sagrada Familia). Continue to Montjuich Hill (site of the Olympic Stadium), to enjoy a spectacular view of Barcelona and its port area. In the early afternoon we will be transfered to the Train Station to take the fast train to Madrid. Arrival and transfer to our Hotel. In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious "tapas". PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a Tapas Dinner tonight. Return to your hotel at your own convenience. Accommodations.
Day 3, Sunday: MADRID
Buffet breakfast. This morning's escorted sightseeing tour will allow you to get a glimpse of some of Madrid's most outstanding attractions, like the Puerta del Sol, the magnificent fountains of Neptune and Cibeles, the stately Alcala Gate, the busy Gran Via, the Plaza de Espaņa and the Plaza de Oriente. Free time for luncheon on your own. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a tipical Lunch today. Highly recommended this afternoon, is an optional tour to the Imperial former capital city of Toledo, where you will be escorted through its narrow cobblestone streets, soaking up the medieval atmosphere. Touring will include the interior of the magnificent Gothic cathedral and a visit to St. Tome Church, where El Greco's masterpiece painting is displayed. There will also be some time for shopping for the unique typical local artisanry. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes the tour to Toledo today Return to Madrid for accommodations.
Day 4, Monday: MADRID-MERIDA-SEVILLE
Buffet breakfast. Departure through the once-remote region of Extremadura, home to many of the “conquistadors”. Arrival in ancient Merida. Free time for lunch. (Paella Luncheon included in PREMIUM PACKAGE.) In the afternoon, visit the impressive Roman amphitheatre archeological site before continuing to Seville. Accommodations.
Day 5, Tuesday: SEVILLE
Buffet breakfast. This morning's marvelous tour will explore this gracious and charming city, Spain's third largest. See the Tower of Gold, the tranquil and extensive Maria Luisa Park, the quaint Santa Cruz Quarter, and finally the huge cathedral (one of the world's largest) with its Giralda Tower (a former minaret). Free time for luncheon on your own. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes luncheon today. The afternoon is free to continue to explore or shop. This evening an optional Flamenco Show is suggested, with the enjoyment of local wine. PREMIUM PACKAGE include Flamenco Show and drink. Accommodations.
Day 6, Wednesday: SEVILLE-CORDOBA-GRANADA
Buffet breakfast. Depart to Cordoba. Visit one of the world’s marvels, the former Great Mosque (now a cathedral). Free time for lunch on your own. Continue to Granada, passing thousands of acres of olive groves. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes dinner tonight. This evening, an excellent suggestion would be to visit (optional) the quaint and typical Albaicin quarter, where Andalusian customs, music and wine join to create an enchanting atmosphere. (PREMIUM PACKAGE includes this visit to Albaicin).
Day 7, Thursday: GRANADA-COSTA DEL SOL
Buffet breakfast. This morning, enjoy an escorted tour of the magnificent Alhambra and the verdant Gardens of the Generalife. Departure to the world-famous resort area of the Costa del Sol. Accommodations.
Day 8 and Day 9, Friday and Saturday: COSTA DEL SOL
Buffet breakfast. Free days to enjoy this vacationer’s paradise. Accommodations.
Day 10, Sunday, COSTA DEL SOL / DEPARTURE
Buffet breakfast. Pre-arranged transfer to Malaga airport or you can also
extend your stay
9 days/8nights Itinerary for departures 3Apr 2010- 26Mar 2011:
Day 1, Saturday: BARCELONA
Arrival at Barcelona airport. You will be transferred to your First Class hotel.
It is suggested that you take advantage of the free time to get to know one of
Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. Accommodations.
Day 2, Sunday: BARCELONA - MADRID
Buffet breakfast. This morning enjoy an escorted tour of one of Europe’s most
beautiful cities. See the ancient Gothic Quarter with its magnificent cathedral.
Stop to admire the exterior of Gaudi’s masterwork, the Basilica of the Sacred
Family (Sagrada Familia). Continue to Montjuich Hill (site of the Olympic
Stadium), to enjoy a spectacular view of Barcelona and its port area. In the
early afternoon we will be transfered to the Train Station to take the fast
train to Madrid. Arrival and transfer to our Hotel. In the early evening,
enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old
city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to
some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious "tapas".
PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a Tapas Dinner tonight. Return to your hotel at your
own convenience. Accommodations.
Day 3 Monday MADRID
Buffet breakfast. This morning's escorted sightseeing tour will allow you to get
a glimpse of some of Madrid's most outstanding attractions, like the Puerta del
Sol, the magnificent fountains of Neptune and Cibeles, the stately Alcala Gate,
the busy Gran Via, the Plaza de Espaņa and the Plaza de Oriente. Free time for
luncheon on your own. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a tipical Lunch today. Highly
recommended this afternoon, is an optional tour to the Imperial former capital
city of Toledo, where you will be escorted through its narrow cobblestone
streets, soaking up the medieval atmosphere. Touring will include the interior
of the magnificent Gothic cathedral and a visit to St. Tome Church, where El
Greco's masterpiece painting is displayed. There will also be some time for
shopping for the unique typical local artisanry. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes the
tour to Toledo today Return to Madrid for accommodations.
Day 4, Tuesday: MADRID-MERIDA-SEVILLE
Buffet breakfast. Departure through the once-remote region of Extremadura, home
to many of the “conquistadors”. Arrival in ancient Merida. Free time for lunch.
(Lunch included in PREMIUM PACKAGE.) In the afternoon, visit the impressive
Roman amphitheatre archeological site before continuing to
Seville.Accommodations.
Day 5, Wednesday: SEVILLE
Buffet breakfast. This morning's marvelous tour will explore this gracious and
charming city, Spain's third largest. See the Tower of Gold, the tranquil and
extensive Maria Luisa Park, the quaint Santa Cruz Quarter, and finally the huge
cathedral (one of the world's largest) with its Giralda Tower (a former
minaret). Free time for luncheon on your own. (Lunch Included in PREMIUN
PACKAGE) The afternoon is free to continue to explore or shop. This evening an
optional Flamenco Show is suggested, with the enjoyment of local wine. PREMIUM
PACKAGE include Flamenco Show and drink. Accommodations.
Day 6, Thursday: SEVILLE-CORDOBA-GRANADA
Buffet breakfast. Depart to Cordoba. Visit one of the world’s marvels, the
former Great Mosque (now a cathedral). Free time for lunch on your own. Continue
to Granada, passing thousands of acres of olive groves. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes
dinner tonight. This evening, an excellent suggestion would be to visit
(optional) the quaint and typical Albaicin quarter, where Andalusian customs,
music and wine join to create an enchanting atmosphere. (PREMIUM PACKAGE
includes this visit to Albaicin).
Day 7, Friday: GRANADA-COSTA DEL SOL
Buffet breakfast. This morning, enjoy an escorted tour of the magnificent
Alhambra and the verdant Gardens of the Generalife. Departure to the
world-famous resort area of the Costa del Sol. Accommodations.
Day 8 Saturday: COSTA DEL SOL
Buffet breakfast. Free days to enjoy this vacationer’s paradise. Accommodations.
Day 9, Sunday, COSTA DEL SOL / DEPARTURE
Buffet breakfast. Pre-arranged transfer to Malaga airport at the proper time to
check-in for your trans-Atlantic flight
| Dates for departures 2010 / 2011 | Price per person in Euro ($ rate varies depending the exchange) |
| Feb - 26 Mar 2010 (9nights tour) | 1249 |
| April /June 2010 | 1459 |
| July / August 2010 | 1429 |
| Sept - October 16 2010 | 1459 |
| Oct 30 2010 - March 26 2011 | 1359 |
| Supplement for Single Room Feb - 26Mar 2010 |
399 |
| April - 16Oct 2010 | 479 |
| 30Oct 2010 - 26Mar 2011 | 419 |
| PREMIUM PACKAGE PRICE | 219 |
* US$ price varies depending on the exchange rate
Discount for 3rd person in a room: 10%
Discount for one child 3-11 years sharing room with 2 adults:
25%
Discount for one child 0-2 years (if sharing seat on the bus with parents) and
sharing room with 2adults: 90%
In case a family is traveling together - 2 adult and 2 children (less than 12 years old) each of the two child will have 10% discount (two separate double room) - discount on request and it is subject to availability at the time of booking
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Optional PREMIUM PACKAGE includes:
Dinner in Barcelona’s Pueblo Espaņol
“Tapas” dinner in Madrid
Tipical lunch in Madrid
Lunch in Merida
Lunch in Seville
Dinner in Granada
Tour of the Albaicin in Granada
Flamenco show in Seville
Hotels used or similar
Hotels used, or similar:
Barcelona Barcelona Plaza Catalonia ****
Madrid NH Principe de Vergara****
Seville Novotel Sevilla****
Granada Abades Nevada Palace ****
Costa del Sol Melia Costa del Sol****