12 day
Specific Tour
50 people
English, Espanol, Português
Board at night for Madrid.
Arrival, disembarkation. In the morning, panoramic city tour; we will explore its medieval origins, such as the Arab fortress as we go through the Morería district, known for the antiquity of its buildings and the flavors of its bars; we will tour the Habsburg Madrid with Philip II and his Renaissance and Baroque buildings at Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de la Villa; we will see the Madrid of the Bourbons and the urban planning of Charles III, the Royal Palace, the Cibeles Fountain, Neptune Fountain, and the Alcalá Gate; we will admire the 19th-century works, such as the elegant Plaza de Oriente and the Prado Museum; we will get to know the contemporary Madrid with avenues such as Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana, Salamanca district, Plaza de Castilla, West Park, University City, commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, the emblematic Las Ventas Bullring and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Free afternoon. Chamartin The One Hotel or similar. In the evening, transfer to the center for a SPECIAL COUPLES dinner in some Mesón. Return to the hotel and accommodation.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, monumental and panoramic city visit - the Cathedral from the outside, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter's in Rome. The typical Santa Cruz neighborhood, natural scenery of "Carmen" and also where the myth of "Don Juan" developed. María Luisa Park and Spain Square. Free afternoon to discover different perspectives and specific flavors of this active and light-filled city. Accommodation at the hotel. Optional visit to a flamenco show. Catalonia Santa Justa Hotel or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel and departure eastward, along the Caliphate route, towards the heart of Andalusia, passing through an infinity of olive trees. Arrival in Granada and its incredible and surprising monumental heritage, the last stronghold of the Nazari Kingdom of Granada until 1492. Visit to the world-famous Alhambra complex and the Generalife Gardens, fountains, gardens, courtyards that, with their views and sounds, inspired authors like W. Irving in his "Tales of the Alhambra". Accommodation at the hotel. At night, optionally, Flamenco Zambra show in the Sacromonte neighborhood. Macia Condor Hotel or similar.
After breakfast at the hotel, departure towards the Mediterranean coast. Passing through Murcia, capital of the fertile valley of the Segura River, we continue north, passing by Alicante, the second largest city in the Valencia region, until we reach Valencia, one of the main capitals of the Mediterranean coast, with its modern Architectural Complex of Arts and Sciences, made up of six buildings: Hemisfèric, Umbracle, Science Museum, Oceanogràfic, Palau de les Arts, and Ágora. From Valencia also comes the internationally known "Paella", which will be enjoyed at dinner. Accommodation at the hotel. Catalonia Excelsior Hotel or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit to this bright city, contemplating the historic center and then passing through the old Turia riverbed to visit the most "advanced" complex, the City of Arts and Sciences, to admire its emblematic buildings from the outside. In the afternoon, departure northward, along the Mediterranean coast, towards Catalonia, via Tarragona, the ancient Tarraco. Arrival in Barcelona, the main city of the Mediterranean and the birthplace of the famous architect Antoni Gaudí, symbol of Catalan Modernism. Accommodation at the hotel. Catalonia Atenas Hotel or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the city world-renowned for the 1992 Olympic Games, touring the main avenues with their impressive modernist buildings by Gaudí and admiring his most emblematic works: Casa Milà, La Pedrera, and Casa Batlló, declared World Heritage. Montjuïc Park with spectacular views of the city and port, the Olympic Ring, the Columbus monument, and the Gothic Quarter with its historic center. Visit to the Barcelona stadium. Accommodation at the hotel. Catalonia Atenas Hotel or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to pack, at a time determined by the guide, we will go out to lunch. An option to consider is lunching at La Boqueria, a famous market with an incredible variety of fresh foods and delicious dishes. After lunch, we will have time for shopping on Passeig de Gràcia, an excellent option with designer stores and exclusive boutiques. Additionally, the Gothic Quarter is perfect for exploring souvenir shops and quaint local boutiques. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport. END OF SERVICES.