Day 1-2 ARRIVE MADRID (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s capital city. Check into your hotel then relax and unwind. Later, meet with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. This evening, spend free time exploring on your own or join the group for a tour of the city and perhaps savour local ‘tapas’ at a café on the Plaza Mayor.
Day 2-3 MADRID SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your expert Local Guide shows you the sights of Madrid including the Cibeles fountain, the Gran Via, the Paseo de la Castellana and the Puerta del Sol. Stop at Plaza de España to admire the monument to Cervantes. Afterwards, consider a visit to the famous Prado Museum featuring a large collection of works by Velazquez, or take an optional excursion to the medieval city of Segovia. This evening, you might be tempted by Madrid's nightlife, where the locals dine late and enjoy the open-air cafés and vibrant atmosphere until the early hours!(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 3-4 MADRID - TOLEDO - SEVILLE (2 NIGHTS)
In the medieval city of Toledo – the ancient capital of Castile – your knowledgeable Local Guide takes you on a walking tour through the quaint streets. Enjoy views of the cathedral and synagogue then visit a steel workshop. Your journey continues south to Puerto Lapice where Don Quixote was reputedly dubbed 'a knight' by a local innkeeper. The plains of La Mancha give way to the hills of Andalusia with striking whitewashed villages and churches. Arrive in Seville, a vibrant city and the home of bullfighting and flamenco! Dine tonight at your hotel.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 4-5 SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Admire the great monuments and sights of Seville with your expert Local Guide. View the pools and pavilions in Maria Luisa Park, constructed for the 1929 World's Fair. Marvel at the mighty cathedral and La Giralda. Perhaps visit the famous bull ring or ride in a horse and carriage through the city. Tonight, you might like to experience the fire and passion of a Spanish flamenco show!(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 5-6 SEVILLE - GRANADA
A picturesque drive through beautiful villages and brilliant fields of golden sunflowers brings you to Granada. Your orientation tour includes the Albaicin quarter featuring stunning architecture. There may also be a chance to join an optional excursion to explore the Alhambra Palace and gardens, subject to ticket availability.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 6-7 GRANADA - VALENCIA
Cross the Mora Pass through superb scenery of the Sierra Nevada. Admire the cave dwellings in Guadix with time to take pictures. Continue through Murcia and the forests of Elche to Valencia, renowned for its orange groves. See the bull ring, the great cathedral and the Towers of Serrano and Quart during your orientation tour. Later arrive at your hotel where you dine tonight with your fellow travellers.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7-8 VALENCIA - PENISCOLA - BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS)
Head north along the coast through the Levant region and stop at Peñiscola to view the ancient castle of the 'Spanish Pope', used in the film El Cid. Continue along the Costa Dorada to Barcelona, Spain's most cosmopolitan city. Your expert Local Guide takes you on a wonderful sightseeing tour, which includes Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Church and the Plaza Catalunya. Wander through the Gothic quarter to view the magnificent cathedral and the lively Ramblas. Tonight, consider an optional excursion to a Catalan-style restaurant for a delicious dinner of local specialities!(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8-9 BARCELONA FREE TIME
Today is free for you to explore this fascinating city. As well as having a rich Roman and medieval heritage, Barcelona also has a reputation for fun! Consider an excursion to the monastery in the rocky mountains of Monsterrat to see the Black Madonna. This evening, maybe take the opportunity to dine with your companions and celebrate the end of your trip together.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9-10 09 DEPART BARCELONA
This morning, say 'adios' to Spain, your Travel Director and your fellow travellers at the end of your memorable Spanish Experience! Transfers are available to Barcelona Airport. Conditions apply.(Buffet Breakfast)