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. Most flights arrive in the early morning, and your room may not be ready for you. In this case, leave your luggage with the concierge and your Tour Manager will provide suggestions for you to begin to explore the city on your own. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM, followed by dinner at the hotel. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Wednesday - Madrid City Tour
Today's tour of Madrid's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles, encompassed by striking buildings. Continue, to view the Royal Palace, Europe's second largest. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own. Perhaps, participate in the optional tour to El Escorial*, the stunning royal palace and monastery combination complex built by Philip II
*The optional tour to El Escorial is unavailable from Dec 24 to 26.
Optional: Half Day Escorial Tour
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Thursday - Toledo City Tour, Travel to Granada
Travel to nearby Toledo, the former capital city of Spain and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a panoramic drive along the Tagus River and enjoy views of the Alcazar of Toledo. Walk through the ancient Jewish Quarter before touring the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Next, visit St. Tomé Church, home to an El Greco masterpiece. 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 - Alhambra, Travel to Seville
Today's sightseeing of Moorish Granada is highlighted by a visit to the 13th century Alhambra, perched atop Assabica Hill and overlooking the entire city. This imposing hilltop fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a fine example of Moorish art and architecture. See spectacular views of the town and the Sierra Nevada Mountains before continuing to Seville, the 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, view Plaza de España and the Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Explore the narrow streets and the many plazas of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter. The remainder of the day is at leisure. 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 and head to Cordoba, founded by the Romans. Visit the Mezquita de Cordoba, a mosque that was 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, courtyards, and picturesque squares. View the 14th century Synagogue on Calle de los Judios before lunch on your own. In the afternoon, travel to Madrid for overnight. Tonight, bid adios to your Tour Manager at dinner
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Monday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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