| Spain Travel Package for 12 Nights and 13 Days |
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Duration : 12 Nights and 13 Days
Destination : Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Montserrat,
Tour Id : JTB211 |
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| Travel Itinerary |
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Day 01: Arrive Madrid
Arrive at Madrid International Airport. Our local representative will be waiting at the airport to welcome
you and transfer you to the hotel. As the capital of Spain, Madrid has a modern infrastructure as well as
historic neighbourhood. Rest of the day at leisure on own. Visit one of the many shopping areas around
the streets of Almirante and Conde de Xiquena. Also visit the large departmental stores in the vicinity of
Puerta del Sol and Salamanca district which has prestigious shops selling fashions, accessories, jewellery and furniture. Head for some exciting nightlife at one of the many streets of Paseo de la Castellana or Paseo del Prado which has some of the best quality restaurants, cafes and popular night spots. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Madrid – City Tour
After breakfast proceed for a city tour of Madrid. Start the tour at the “ Plaza Mayor” (Main Square) which was built in the 16 century. Beneath the arcades you can find an assortment of shops that sell the fabrics, costume jewellery and souvenirs and also with outdoor cafes and bakeries. Then visit the “Borbons Dynasty” area and visit the 18 century Royal Palace. The palace is no longer used as a residence but is used as a tourist attraction. Most of the important rooms can be visited and the palace is very interesting with its architecture and gardens. There are some excellent
frescoes inside the palace. After that visit the Prado Museum which is considered one of the world’s finest museums and provides a historical and cultural perspective. It houses the world’s finest masterpieces by famous painters like Velazquez and Goya. The former “Casa de Correos” (Post Office) was built in 1768 under the direction of French architect Marquet. It is crowned with a tower with clocks on its four sides; the most famous time structure in Madrid. There are many other outstanding spots, churches and convents full of art. Then visit the Sabatini Gardens and Campo del Moro located in the city centre. Rest of the day at leisure to explore and shop at Puerta de Sol. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Madrid
After breakfast day at leisure or take an optional tour of “Toledo” for half day; the capital of medievalSpain until 1560. The tour highlights the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the 13 century synagogue, at testament to Toledo’s Jewish heritage. Also stop at the Church of Santo Tome to view El Greco’smasterpiece painting “The Burial of Count Orgaz”. Rest of the day at leisure to explore on Madrid onown. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 Madrid – Cordoba
After breakfast check out and transfer by train / coach to the city of “Cordoba” (by coach – 1 ½ hrs. andby train – 5 hrs.). In 1994 UNESCO declared the city's old part to be a world heritage site and this is whyCordoba is one of Spain's most visited tourist destinations. Transfer to hotel.Spend the rest of evening exploring beautiful network of small streets, alleys, squares and whitewashed courtyards.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Cordoba - Seville – city sightseeing
After breakfast proceed to meeting point for the half day walking city tour of Cordoba. Takea tour of the
“Mezquita”, The Moorish mosque & to Synagogue & Jewry. This ancient city, which has been declared
world heritage site, is living legacy of the diverse cultures that settled in it throughout the history. Still preserves traces of the ancient splendor of the Caliphate of Cordoba, which made this city one of the most cultured and refined of medieval Europe. Tour starts with visiting mosque, due to the Arab domination inthe Iberian Peninsula. In the tenth century, during the rule of Abd-al-Rahman III, the medina at one point
had a thousand mosques. Dominating the landscape: the Great mosque. It’s fame spread afterit was built,
due to its ingenious construction and its wealth. The “forest of columns” (there are nearly a thousand of them), Set on top of the Visigoth basilica, is one of the main attractions of this place. After that we will continue in another Muslim – Hispanic legacy is the Jewish quarter, which runs from the mosque to thewalls and the Almodovar gate. It is made up of a network of narrow streets with whitewashed facades,adorned with tiles and grilles. The Plazuela de las Flores is located in this district, as well as the house ofthe Dukes of Medina Sidonia, and and the Synagogue, the only one that still stands in the city. Then, wewill visit the the Synagogue, the only one that still stands in the city, and is a symbol of the three cultures", because Christians, Arabs and Jews lived together there for centuries. Then continue yourjourney to the train station for 2 hours journey through Andalusia to Seville – the cultural capital and the historic quarter of Andalucia and has a collection of historic buildings, many of which have been declared World Heritage Site. Arrive at Seville and transfer to hotel and check in. Rest of the evening at leisure.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06 : Seville
After breakfast proceed for Walking city tour of Seville. First visit the Cathedral, one of the world’s most
beautiful Gothic temples and the third largest church of the world. After the cathedral we will visit theGiralda, The former minaret of the Arab mosque. The part which is decorated with bricks is the work of the architect Ali de Gomara. It is possible to reach the tower by climbing ramps, from where we can get extra ordinary view of the town. Enjoy a walking tour of the quaint old Santa Cruz Jewish Quarter with its bright flowers, white washed buildings and winding streets. After the Santa Cruz quarter, we will pass by the Reales Alcázares (Royal Fortresses), Archive of the Indies declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Another important renaissance building in the city is the Casa de Pilatos, a palace that fuses Gothic and Mudejar elements with Renaissance influences of Italian origin. Then continue onto Plaza D’Espana – the Spanish Square. This magnificent construction is highlighted with polychromatic ceramictiles. The semi circular plaza has a diameter of 200 metres and is flanked by two
spectacular towers and abordering lake that are worth seeing. A local flamenco dancer joins you for a typical “tapas lunch”featuring small portions of hot and cold specialities. Here you learn the
history, culture and artistry offlamenco. This evening, take your reserved seats for an authenic flamenco show featuring top performers. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Seville – Granada
After breakfast check out and transfer to the station for your train to the city of “Granada”(3 hrs./ 56min.). Arrive at Granada and transfer to the hotel and check in. This place is the last great capital of the Moors in Spain before it fell to the Catholic monarchs in 1492. Afternoon free at leisure to explore on own. Take a half day city tour of Granada. You can visit the world famous “Alhambra” animmense hilltop palace with gardens standing a top Spain’s highest mountain range of “Seirra Nevada”.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08 Granada : Valencia
After breakfast check out and transfer to the station for your train to Valencia. Arrive at Valencia and transfer to hotel and check in. Rest of the evening at leisure to explore the place on your own. Valencia is situated in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline and overlooks the Gulf of Valencia. It is also
the administrative capital of the Valencian community.Valencia has outstanding landscape, wide
pavements and modern architecture. Evening you can shop for some exquisite and world famous “Lladro”porcelain figurines, handmade glassware, ceramics, handicrafts and jewellery along with the latest fashions. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 : Valencia
After breakfast visit the city which is a treasure trove of Roman and Arabic architecture surrounded bycitrus groves. It is city with avant-garde buildings erected in the new millennium.View the highlights of this historical city, such as the ornate 14century Serranos Tower and imposing 15th century Quart Tower. You will also visit the bustling central market, one of the largest in Europe,housing thousands of stalls. Visit the Gothic Cathedral which stands in the same place where the first temple of the Roman city was erected, and later, an Arab mosque. See the Valencia Institute of Modern Art having permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, conferences and workshop.Your trip will be incomplete without a stop at the Lonja de la Seda (the old Silk Exchange), an elegant Gothic structure built towards the end of the 15th century that has been declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In the evening visit one of the many beautiful beaches like Levante / Malvarrosa which is a high quality beach in the north with excellent water sports and equipments available on hire. Have a fun evening where you will have a presentation on how to make the traditional Valencia paella (Spanish dish) followed by a delicious paella dinner. Dine at “El Carme”. Valencia is known for its vibrant nightlife which begins only after midnight where the music plays until dawn. A lot of clubs are situated in “Calle Juan Llorens” area. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10 : Valencia: Barcelona
After breakfast check out and transfer to the station for your train to Barcelona (3 Hrs. / 40 minutes).Arrive at Barcelona and transfer to the hotel and check in. Barcelona lies on the Mediterranean coast and is the second largest city in Spain. The visitor unfamiliar with its history might be surprised that such a modern and enterprising city preserves its historic Gothic center almost intact, or by curious contrast between the maze of narrow streets and the grid-like layout of the “Eixample”, the urban planning "Enlargement" project completed at the end of the 19th century. Fabulous architecture, brilliant Spanish cuisine, flamboyant culture and wonderful weather combine to make Barcelona a truly magnificent city.The city has medieval districts and the most beautiful examples of Modernism and 20th Century Avant-Garde art. The buildings built by the Catalan architects like Antoni Gaudí and Lluis Domenech Montaner were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring on your own.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Barcelona
After breakfast, proceed for a city tour of Barcelona, Catalonia’s capital and one of the most vibrant and lively cities in Spain. The tour starts with “Las Ramblas” which is a tree lined pedestrian boulevard selling everything from clothes, jewellery, souvenirs etc. See the Bird Market, colourful flower stalls, 19t h century Opera House and The Columbus Monument. Then visit the Barri Gotic – a concentration of medieval Gothic buildings with a maze of interconnecting streets linking with squares with plenty of cafes. Two of the city’s most significant buildings – the Ajuntament and the Palau de la Generalitat are located here. After that visit the Museu Picasso which is Barcelona’s most visited museum. The museum shows numerous works that trace the artist’s early yea rs. Then visit the “La Sagrada Familia” - a unique creation that has become Barcelona's most universal symbol. In 1883 the brilliant architect “Gaudí”,agreed to direct this work, succeeding Francisco de Paula. The artist worked on it until his death. Work to complete this grand church continues still today. Also visit the La Pedrera – another Gaudi masterpiece, it is a quarry with uneven grey stone façade that ripples around a street corner with wrought iron balconies.Visitors can tour the building and go right upto the roof. There is also a museum dedicated to Gaudi’s work. Evening is free for some shopping as this city is a city of styles. Shop at some of the best designer lable outlets at La Rambla and Placa de Catalunya. Enjoy some of the best nightlife the city offers like outdoor cafes, restaurants and discotheques. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 : Barcelona – Montserrat - Barcelona
After breakfast, visit Montserrat, driving across picturesque little villages will reach the outstanding
Montserrat Mountain situated at an altitude of 1,235 meters. Our first visit will The Royal Basilica, where
the famous XII century Romanesque sculpture of virgin Moreneta shall be admired. An audition of “La
Escolania de Montserrat will be included, this children chorus is considered as one of the oldest in
Europe. Drive back to the Hotel. On the return we will stop at the Barcelona’s harbour where you can go
and shop or visit Aquarium by own.Rest of the day at leisure free on own. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13 : Depart Barcelona
After breakfast, morning at leisure. Later check out and transfer to the airport for your departure flight back home.
Highlights:
Madrid
City tour – Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace, Prado museum, Casa de Correos.
Cordoba
City tour – the great Mosque, Plazuela de las Flores, Dukes of Medina
Sidonia Synagogue, Mesquite
Seville
City tour – Cathedral, Columbus Tomb, Arab Mosque, Giralda Bell tower,
Santa Cruz Jewish quarter, Reales Alcazares, Casa de Pilatos, Plaza D’ Espana,
Flamenco show.
Granada
Alhambra Palace
Valencia
City tour – Serranos tower, Quart tower, the Cathedral, Lonja de la
Seda, Institute of Modern art.
Barcelona:
City tour Las Ramblas, Opera house, Columbus Monument, Barri Gotic,
Picasso
Museum, La Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera and Montserrat
Tour price includes:
1. Accommodation at hotels as opted.
2. Daily buffet breakfast .
3. Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
4. All transfers are on private basis.
5. All tours are on seat in coach basis
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Tour price does not include:
1. Train Supplement Cost: Tourist class per person: EUR 430/- (Madrid – Cordoba / Cordoba –
Sevilla /Sevilla – Granada / Granada – Valencia / Valencia – Barcelona)
2. Passport, Visa charges, International Airfares & Airport taxes
3. Cost granted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Basic Travel Quota scheme.
4. Any increase in the rate of exchange, surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect, prior to departure.
5 Porterage, tips, insurance, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, optional tours and all
items of personal nature and also food & drinks not forming part of the group menus.
6.Anything not specifically mentioned in “Tour Price Includes” box.
Visa requirements:
You must be in possession of a single entry visa for Spain. Visa charges will be applicable as per the consulate fees.
Passport:
To join the tour you must be in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of travel.Tour Prices are valid till September 30, 2010 . Subject to change without prior notice.
Hotels / Flights / Itinerary / Routes are subject to change without notice.Subject to RBI / GOI regulations.
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