15 Day Kaleidoscope of Spain

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Highlights Escorted Package Includes NYC-Barcelona, Malaga-NYC Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices. Airline fuel surcharges 13 nights First Class Accommodations 2 nights Catalonia Plaza, Barcelona 2 nights Mercure Monte Igueldo, San Sebastian 1 night Corona De Castilla, Burgos 3 nights Gaudi, Madrid 2 nights Hesperia Sevilla, Seville 3 nights Melia Costa del Sol, Torremolinos All transfers 17 meals: 13 breakfasts, 4 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of local guides in all major cities Entrance fees per itinerary Special Features Gaudi's Guell Park & Sagrada Familia Church, Barcelona Basilica of El Pilar, Zaragoza Old town and harbor, San Sebastian Hotel du Palais, Biarritz Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Wine tasting in Rioja Region Cathedral of Burgos, Burgos Alcazar, Segovia Prado Museum, Madrid Great Mosque, Cordoba Cathedral of Seville, Seville Historic old town of Ronda Beaches of Costa del Sol Whisper technology enhanced touring Wine & mineral water with all dinners Itinerary DAY 1, Saturday - Depart USA Depart the USA for Spain. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Barcelona Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and orientation Overnight: Barcelona DAY 3, Monday - Barcelona City Tour This morning, your tour of Barcelona includes a panoramic tour of the Harbor area, Montjuic, Plaza de España and Plaza de Catalunya. Stop at Park Guell, one of Barcelona's largest urban parks designed by Gaudi, the famous Catalan architect. Originally planned to be an exclusive area for the richest families of Barcelona's bourgeoisie, it later became a public park. Though the park was never fully completed, it is considered one of Gaudi's most colorful and playful works. Continue with a guided walk through the Gothic Quarter to visit the cathedral and view Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, a large, unfinished Roman Catholic basilica. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the colorful markets of Las Ramblas Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast DAY 4, Tuesday - Zaragoza City Tour Today, depart Barcelona and drive to Zaragoza (Saragossa). Enjoy orientation of the city including a visit to the Basilica of El Pilar. View the City Hall and the old Currency Exchange. Then continue north to the Bay of Biscay, to the coastal town of San Sebastian Overnight: San Sebastian Meals: Breakfast DAY 5, Wednesday - Biarritz, Bilbao Today's sightseeing includes a full-day excursion to Biarritz and Bilbao. Originally a quaint fishing village, the scenic seaside town of Biarritz became a favorite haunt of Europe's royalty in the 19th century. Continue to view the famous Hotel Du Palais, originally built by Napoleon III as a seaside villa for the Empress Eugenie. Its Second Empire style is the epitome of the elegant set who came to settle here. Enjoy free time to explore this stylish resort on your own. Continue to the town of Bilbao for visits to the Old Quarter and the Guggenheim Museum, designed by the North American architect Frank O. Gehry. Considered one of the 20th century's most influential architectural masterpieces, the museum houses an impressive collection of modern art by Spanish masters including Picasso, Dali and Miro. Return to San Sebastian Overnight: San Sebastian Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 6, Thursday - Wine tasting in Rioja Region This morning, depart San Sebastian and drive to the wine region of Rioja. Stop at a typical bodega, a Spanish winery, for a tour of the cellar and wine tasting. Drive through the scenic vineyards, stopping in the charming wine town of Haro for a lunch break on your own. Upon arrival in Burgos visit the Cathedral of Burgos, the only cathedral to be designated a stand-alone UNESCO World Heritage Site and the legendary burial place of El Cid Overnight: Burgos Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 7, Friday - Segovia Depart Burgos and drive south to Segovia, a distinguished medieval town and designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour of the city includes the Cathedral, the Alcazar, Jewish Quarter and the Roman Aqueduct. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Segovia on your own before departing for Madrid in the late afternoon Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 8, Saturday - Madrid City Tour Morning sightseeing tour of Madrid. Drive along the Grand Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the Royal Palace. Pass through Puerto del Sol Plaza and Plaza España with its monument to the author Cervantes. The tour will end at the Prado Museum, where you will have a guided tour of art by famous artists such as El Greco, Velázquez, and Ribera. This afternoon, travel to Toledo, the "Museum City." Enjoy a walking tour among the most famous monuments, visiting the Transito Synagogue, St. Tome Church with its El Greco masterpiece and Santa Maria la Blanca. Also admire its famous handcrafted work, the "Damasquinado" Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast DAY 9, Sunday - Day at leisure Day at leisure in Madrid Optional: Escorial Tour Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast DAY 10, Monday- Cordoba City Tour Morning departure for Seville. Travel via the region of La Mancha, legendary home of Don Quixote, featuring panoramic views of its famous windmills. Drive to Cordoba, birthplace of philosopher Moshe Ben Maimon. Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs, then enjoy a walking tour of the city. See the Roman Bridge and a beautifully restored 14th-century synagogue before continuing to Seville Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 11, Tuesday - Seville City Tour A morning tour of Seville begins with a visit to the Cathedral of Seville, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. View the Giralda Tower overlooking the Guadalquivir River. Visit the Alcazar fortress, the Barrio Santa Cruz (the old Jewish quarter) and the burial site of Christopher Columbus. Drive to the Plaza de España, passing Maria Luisa Park, and explore the narrow streets and the many plazas of the Santa Cruz Quarter. Afternoon at leisure to explore Seville's shops, museums and cafes Optional: Evening Flamenco Show Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast DAY 12, Wednesday - Travel to Costa del Sol via Ronda This morning, travel through the Sherry wine producing region of Jerez, then on to Ronda. View the famous bullring (the oldest in Spain) and enjoy incredible views from around the gorge of El Tajo, followed by free time to stroll the town. In the afternoon continue past the glamorous resort of Marbella to the Costa del Sol Overnight: Costa del Sol Meals: Breakfast DAY 13, Thursday - Day at leisure in Costa del Sol Today enjoy a full day at leisure in the beautiful Costa del Sol Optional: Gibraltar Tour Overnight: Costa del Sol Meals: Breakfast DAY 14, Friday - Day at leisure in Costa del Sol Enjoy another full day at leisure in the Costa del Sol Optional: Half Day Mijas & Dinner Overnight: Costa del Sol Meals: Breakfast DAY 15, Saturday - Depart for USA Transfer to the Malaga airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Escorial Tour Day #9 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $58 Enjoy a visit to what has often been described as the "eighth wonder of the world." El Escorial is, perhaps, Philip II´s most enduring legacy to Spain. This combination monastery-palace-mausoleum is situated approximately one hour outside of Madrid in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This austere monastery, erected by King Philip II in 1584, was intended to be a memorial to his father, King Charles V, and to commemorate Spain´s victory at Saint Quentin in 1557. It has since become the burial place of subsequent Spanish kings and queens. Evening Flamenco Show Day #11 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $48 This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer´s profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalusia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain. Full Day Gibraltar Tour Day #13 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $60 This morning enjoy a visit to the impressive Rock of Gibraltar, a British Colony for over 300 years. Enjoy an island tour with mini buses climbing up to see St. Michaels Cave and the famous Barbary Apes with dramatic views of both the Spanish and Moroccan coastline. See the tunnels and installations of the World War Two British base and finally enjoy some time in the main street of the town with its colonial buildings and duty-free shops. Half Day Mijas & Dinner Day #14 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $80 This afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Mijas, a beautiful village with narrow cobbled streets and whitewashed homes, offering a spectacular view of the Mediterranean from its natural balcony. It is also famous for its donkey taxis, local crafts of linen and wicker, and a small chapel built into the rocks. After enjoying time in the town, relax during dinner on the Mediterranean. Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2008 Land Only Air & Land May 17 (Sold Out) 2629 3669 Jul 26 2609 3779 Sep 6 2829 3569 Sep 27 2649 3389 Oct 11 2629 3369 Nov 8 2339 2899 *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, optional tours, restaurant tips of $15, tips to guides, driver, and tour manager (see Terms & Conditions). Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers. Hotel Plans 15 Day Kaleidoscope of Spain - [details] Catalonia Plaza   Barcelona This first class hotel is located in Barcelona's best business area, a few yards from the Barcelona Trade Fair and the Convention Hall. [more] Mercure Monte Igueldo   San Sebastian This first class hotel is located near San Sebastian with spectacular panoramic coastal views. [more] Corona De Castilla Hotel   Burgos This first class hotel is located in the heart of Burgos, near the famous Gothic Cathedral. [more] Gaudi   Madrid This first class hotel is located in central Madrid, near Puerta de Sol and within walking distance to many main attractions. [more] Hesperia Sevilla Hotel   Seville This first class hotel is located in the most modern commercial and residential area of Seville. [more] Melia Costa Del Sol   Torremolinos This first class hotel is located on el Bajondillo Beach near to Torremolinos. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Pre/Post Accommodations Pre-Accommodations: Nights   Post-Accommodations: Nights   Include Flight? 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