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09 Days Spanish
Wonder
Brochure Type : Winter 2010/11
Tour code:
WPWO |
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Itinerary :
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1 - Arrive Madrid
( 2 nights )
Welcome to Madrid, the Spanish capital city! Time to relax or
explore this lively city. Later, meet your Tour Director for a
Welcome Drink and tour briefing with your fellow travellers.
Hotel: Rafael Orense / Confortel Suites
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Day 2 -
Toledo Excursion and
Madrid Sightseeing
First we drive to Toledo where our
tour on foot, with our local guide, includes a visit to the Synagogue, the Church of Santo Tome and a local steel workshop. Then we return to Madrid where our guided sightseeing tour along the wide tree-lined avenues shows us the Cervantes Memorial in the Plaza de Espana, the Puerta del Sol and we walk to see the magnificent Plaza Mayor. ( Buffet Breakfast )
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Day 3 -
Madrid - Cordoba - Seville ( 2 nights )
This morning we travel southwards from Madrid to Puerto Lapice of legendary Don Quixote fame, then to Cordoba where on our guided tour we visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn of the Moorish history of the region. Then we continue to our hotel in Seville where tonight we enjoy a 'Be My Guest' dinner in an authentic local bodega restaurant. ( Buffet Breakfast / 'Be My Guest' Dinner ) Hotel: Tryp Macarena
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Day 4 -
Seville Sightseeing
and At Leisure
Our sightseeing tour takes us
through the tree-lined streets of Seville to see the Bell Tower
and weather vane of the Giralda. We will also see the pools and
fountains of the Maria Luisa Park and Christopher Columbus’ tomb in the cathedral
and continue with a walk through the Jewish quarter. Tonight,
why not experience a little Spanish passion at a fiery Flamenco
show? ( Buffet Breakfast )
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Day 5 -
Seville - Granada
A scenic drive takes us to Granada
to enjoy a guided sightseeing tour with our audio system
including one of the most important sights in Spain, the
Alhambra Palace. Our guided tour of this magnificent example of
Moorish architecture shows us the exotic water gardens of the
Generalife, the royal summer residence, where we have fine views
over the town and the surrounding hills. Tonight, we enjoy a Highlight Dinner of local specialties in a typical restaurant
of this hilltop town. ( Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner ) Hotel: Alhamar
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Day 6 -
Granada - Valencia
Via the Mora
Pass, we soon arrive at the Troglodyte dwellings of Guadix. Time
to take pictures before continuing to Valencia, renowned for its
orange groves, where our orientation tour shows us the Bull
Ring, the great Cathedral and the Towers of Serrano and Cuarte. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Abba Acteon Plaza / Barcelo Valencia
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Day 7 -
Valencia - Peniscola - Barcelona
( 2 nights )
First through the Levant region to Peñiscola for our first stop.
Then on to Barcelona where on arrival we will enjoy a
sightseeing tour using our audio system and highlighting the
fantasies of Gaudi, the Ramblas, the Plaza Catalunya and a walk
through the Gothic quarter with its magnificent Cathedral.
( Buffet Breakfast )
Hotel: U232 / Tryp Apolo
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Day 8 -
Barcelona At Leisure
Today is at leisure to explore this fascinating city. Maybe shop
in the chic boutiques along Diagonal or take an excursion to
Montserrat. This evening we enjoy a special Farewell Dinner with
wine together with our Tour Director and new found friends. ( Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner )
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Day 9 -
Depart Barcelona
Time
for final goodbyes to Spain and your fellow travellers and Tour
Director as our tour comes to an end. Airport transfers are
available, conditions apply.
( Buffet Breakfast )
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| Dates & Rates
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09 Days From US$1435 |
| Starts Madrid |
Ends Barcelona |
Twin Share |
Starts Madrid |
Ends Barcelona |
Twin Share |
| Sat 06 Nov 10 |
Sun 14 Nov 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
22 Jan 11 |
Sun
30 Jan 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 13 Nov 10 |
Sun
21 Nov 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
29 Jan 11 |
Sun
06 Feb 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 20 Nov 10 |
Sun
28 Nov 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
05 Feb 11 |
Sun
13 Feb 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 27 Nov 10 |
Sun
05 Dec 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
12 Feb 11 |
Sun
20 Feb 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 04 Dec 10 |
Sun
12 Dec 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
19 Feb 11 |
Sun
27 Feb 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 11 Dec 10 |
Sun 19 Dec 10 |
US$1450 |
Sat
26 Feb 11 |
Sun
06 Mar 11 |
US$1450 |
| Sat 18 Dec 10 * |
Sun 26 Dec 10 |
US$1499 |
Sat
05 Mar 11 |
Sun
13 Mar 11 |
US$1450 |
| Mon 27 Dec 10 * |
Tue 04 Jan 11 |
US$1499 |
Sat
12 Mar 11 |
Sun
20 Mar 11 |
US$1475 |
2011 |
Sat
19 Mar 11 |
Sun
27 Mar 11 |
US$1475 |
| Mon 03 Jan 11 * |
Tue
11 Jan 11 |
US$1435 |
Sat
26 Mar 11 |
Sun
03 Apr 11 |
US$1475 |
| Sat 08 Jan 11 * |
Sun
16 Jan 11 |
US$1450 |
Sat
02 Apr 11 |
Sun
10 Apr 11 |
US$1475 |
| Sat 15 Jan 11 |
Sun
23 Jan 11 |
US$1450 |
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| Single room supplement : US$330 |
| Triple room reduction US$15 |
Early Payment Discount
10 months US$105 |
Early Payment Discount
6 months US$70 |
| 2nd Tour Discount SAVE up to US$75 p.p. |
Young Traveller Discount US$140 |
| All prices are per person, twin share. |
Airport Transfers:
Transfers on arrival at Madrid Airport will operate at 10.30, 13.00 and 15.30. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring day will arrive at Barcelona Airport at 09.00. For passengers who wish to be transferred to Madrid, we will transfer you to the Trafalgar extra night hotel in Madrid around 18.00. |
Important note:
For Trafalgar's other great savings,
extra night accommodation and air details, please refer to
Great Saving pages. |
Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights:
Tour departure 18 December will celebrate Christmas in Barcelona and tour departure 27 December will celebrate New Year's Eve in Granada in true Spanish style. |
* Family Experiences - 18 & 27 December & 3 & 8 January - will include a Spanish style barbeque and Flamenco dancing lesson in Seville and a paella making lesson in Valencia. On these departures quad rooms are available for families with young children. Reduction per person in quad room is US$130. Check with your Travel agent for Tour price supplement per adult US$70. |
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- Sightseeing
Highlights
- Madrid Sightseeing includes the Puerta del Sol, the Cervantes Memorial in the Plaza Espana and the Plaza Mayor.
- Toledo Sightseeing includes visits to the Synagogue, Church of Santo Tome and a Toledo steel workshop.
- Puerto Lapice Visit the inn where Don Quixote was said to have been dubbed a knight.
- Cordoba Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs.
- Seville Sightseeing including the Bell Tower, Columbus' Tomb, Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de Espana.
- Granada Sightseeing including a visit to the Alhambra Palace. ( This visit may take place on the morning of Day 6 according to ticket availablity. )
- Valencia See the Town Hall, Cathedral and Serrano and Quart Towers.
- Peniscola See the ancient castle.
- Barcelona Sightseeing includes the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi's 'Sagrada Familia' and the Ramblas.
- Hidden Treasure: Our Tour Directors, with their years of experience, have discovered many genuine secret treasures of Europe and at least one will be revealed to you as a spontaneous surprise during your Trafalgar tour.
- Dinning Highlights
- Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid.
- 8 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 1 three-course dinner.
- 'Be My Guest' dinner in Seville.
- Highlight dinner in Granada.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Barcelona.
- First Class Travel
Highlights
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