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Trail of Columbus 2012

Summary: Spain, Portugal

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Trail of Columbus 2012
Highlights

• 10 day one way trip from Lisbon to Barcelona staying in hostels
• Experience Lisbon's nightlife, sip port in Porto and wander magical Barcelona! 

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners 
• 9 nights hostel accommodation
• Modern air-conditioned coach
• Sightseeing tours of all major cities
• Port tour and
  To book, call 1866 940 0214 or  

  

  

  

  Tour Details

  • Details & Itinerary
  • Extras & Options
  • Dates & Rates

  
  
  Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal. Welcome to Lisbon!
  We meet our Trip Leader and fellow travellers. Tonight we check out Bairro Alto, one of the oldest districts in Lisbon and the heart of Lisbon’s nightlife. (D)
  
  Day 2 Lisbon
  Today we have a free day to check out the many attractions Lisbon has to offer. (B)
  
  Day 3 Lisbon to Porto
  En route to Porto we stop at the nearby town of Sintra to visit the Palacio Nacional da Pena, one of the best examples of 19th century Romantic Architecture in Portugal. We also stop at Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river from Porto and the port capital of the world! Here we enjoy a tour and tasting at one of the many port cellars. (B,D)
  
  Day 4 Porto
  Check out the Ribeira district, the famous medieval old town of Porto. We see many azulejos, the handpainted tiles that characterize many of Portugal’s buildings. The ones on Sao Bento Station depict the country’s history. (B)
  
  Day 5 Porto to Madrid, Spain
  To the capital of Spain, magical Madrid. En route we stop at Salamanca, one of the most spectacular renaissance cities in Europe and home to the oldest university in Spain. (B)
  
  Day 6 Madrid
  On our city tour we see the Royal Palace, home to one of Europe’s oldest monarchies, and the Plaza Mayor. There is plenty of free time to visit the Prado or relax in the peaceful botanical gardens. (B,D)
  
  Day 7 Madrid to San Sebastian
  First stop Segovia then it’s on to San Sebastian in the Basque Country. (B,D)
  
  Day 8 San Sebastian
  Try your hand at surfing or just chill on the beach. Later today check out the city’s many pintxos (tapas) bars in the old town. (B)
  
  Day 9 San Sebastian to Barcelona
  First stop today Zaragoza then it’s on to the funky city of Barcelona. (B,D)
  
  Day 10 Barcelona
  Our trip ends today after breakfast. (B) For the relevant pre-departure information, please see document titled ‘Spain, Portugal, Morocco Pre-Departure Info 2011’. Please also note that this trip forms part of the Iberian Voyager trip, days 12 - 21.

  Duration - 10 days
  
  

  Prices are updated frequently and are subject to change. Please call 1866 940 0214 for most up to date pricing.

  Tour Departure Dates	Pricing
  Sat May 19 2012 to Mon May 28 2012	$1041** per Adult
  Sat Jun 02 2012 to Mon Jun 11 2012	$1041** per Adult
  Sat Jun 09 2012 to Mon Jun 18 2012	$1084** per Adult
  Sat Jun 23 2012 to Mon Jul 02 2012	$1084** per Adult
  Sat Jun 30 2012 to Mon Jul 09 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Sat Jul 14 2012 to Mon Jul 23 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Sat Jul 21 2012 to Mon Jul 30 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Sat Aug 04 2012 to Mon Aug 13 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Sat Aug 25 2012 to Mon Sep 03 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Fri Sep 07 2012 to Sun Sep 16 2012	$1141** per Adult
  Sat Sep 15 2012 to Mon Sep 24 2012	$1084** per Adult

  ** Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included.
  
  

  To book, call 1866 940 0214 or