Best of Spain
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Day 1 -ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to relax or start exploring Madrid
your own. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
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Day 2- MADRID–TOLEDO–GRANADA
Drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the
Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital is a treasure
walled Old Town with a Local Guide and marvel at the 12th
TOME, known for its large painting by El Greco of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Later,
cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves that dot the rolling
Andalusian hills. Overnight in history
Today’s Distance: 298 mi/ 480 km
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Day 3 – GRANADA–MONTILLA
Granada was the Moors’ most treasured city, and they still mourn its loss in their prayers.
With a Local Guide, visit the ALHAMBRA COMPLEX*, built
scenery as you reach Montilla to visit a local WINE CELLAR and taste some of its wine.
Then, continue to Cordoba on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.
Today’s Distance: 143 mi/ 230 km
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Day 4 – CORDOBA–SEVILLE
With a Local Guide visit the magnificent MEZQUITA, famous for its 850 pillars of
porphyry, marble, and jasper. On to vibrant, festive Seville.
Today’s Distance: 93 mi/ 150 km
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Day 5 -SEVILLE
Get to know Seville on the included city tour. T
much to offer: the cathedral, the beautiful La Giralda minaret tower, a symbol of Seville;
and the Real Alcázar palace, with its extravagant moorish architecture and opulent
gardens. Fun fact: the “Palace o
The Best of Spain & Portugal
13 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid
ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to relax or start exploring Madrid
onight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
GRANADA
Drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the
Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital is a treasure-chest of masterpieces. Visit the
walled Old Town with a Local Guide and marvel at the 12th-century CHURCH O
TOME, known for its large painting by El Greco of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Later,
cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves that dot the rolling
Andalusian hills. Overnight in history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada.
Today’s Distance: 298 mi/ 480 km
MONTILLA–CORDOBA
Granada was the Moors’ most treasured city, and they still mourn its loss in their prayers.
With a Local Guide, visit the ALHAMBRA COMPLEX*, built by Moorish kings. More grand
scenery as you reach Montilla to visit a local WINE CELLAR and taste some of its wine.
Then, continue to Cordoba on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.
Today’s Distance: 143 mi/ 230 km
a Local Guide visit the magnificent MEZQUITA, famous for its 850 pillars of
porphyry, marble, and jasper. On to vibrant, festive Seville.
Today’s Distance: 93 mi/ 150 km
Get to know Seville on the included city tour. The capital of Andalusia, colorful Seville has
much to offer: the cathedral, the beautiful La Giralda minaret tower, a symbol of Seville;
and the Real Alcázar palace, with its extravagant moorish architecture and opulent
Palace of the Kingdom of Naboo”, from Star Wars
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to relax or start exploring Madrid on
Drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the
chest of masterpieces. Visit the
century CHURCH OF ST.
TOME, known for its large painting by El Greco of The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Later,
cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves that dot the rolling
f the Sierra Nevada.
Granada was the Moors’ most treasured city, and they still mourn its loss in their prayers.
by Moorish kings. More grand
scenery as you reach Montilla to visit a local WINE CELLAR and taste some of its wine.
a Local Guide visit the magnificent MEZQUITA, famous for its 850 pillars of
he capital of Andalusia, colorful Seville has
much to offer: the cathedral, the beautiful La Giralda minaret tower, a symbol of Seville;
and the Real Alcázar palace, with its extravagant moorish architecture and opulent
ar Wars, and the
“Palace of the Kingdom of Dorne”, from Game of Thrones, were filmed in Plaza de
España and the Royal Alcazar of Seville.
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Day 6 -SEVILLE–EVORA, PORTUGAL
Enjoy the scenery of the Sierra de Ara
plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop to visit Evora, a
delightfully attractive Moorish city with arches, alleys, flower
white houses, and the Temple of Diana. Continue to Lisbon.
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
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Day 7 – LISBON
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th
monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square,
and other highlights on the guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure i
Alfama’s tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to the scenic Portuguese
Riviera.
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Day 8 -LISBON–FÁTIMA–COIMBRAL
Stop in Fátima to visit its world
Continue to Coimbra, known for its university, one of the oldest in Europe, and to Porto
on the northern bank of the Douro River. For the perfect way to round out your day, why
not join an optional Douro River cruise and dinner?
Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km
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Day 9 -PORTO
Discover Porto’s highlights on the guided city tour. See its historical cathedral, and visit a
PORT WINE CELLAR along the banks of the Douro River. This afternoon, consider an
optional excursion to Guimarães, called the “cradle” of Portugal and
Heritage Site. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
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Day 10 – PORTO–SALAMANCA, SPAIN
Enjoy the plentiful woodlands and mountains on your return to Spain via the scenic
Douro Valley. Reach the ancient
evening, the best time to take a
“Palace of the Kingdom of Dorne”, from Game of Thrones, were filmed in Plaza de
España and the Royal Alcazar of Seville.
EVORA, PORTUGAL–LISBON
Enjoy the scenery of the Sierra de Aracena before crossing into Portugal and the fertile
plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop to visit Evora, a
delightfully attractive Moorish city with arches, alleys, flower-decked balconies, brilliant
Temple of Diana. Continue to Lisbon.
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his
monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square,
and other highlights on the guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure i
decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to the scenic Portuguese
COIMBRA–PORTO
Stop in Fátima to visit its world-famous SANCTUARY, dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
nown for its university, one of the oldest in Europe, and to Porto
on the northern bank of the Douro River. For the perfect way to round out your day, why
not join an optional Douro River cruise and dinner?
Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km
Discover Porto’s highlights on the guided city tour. See its historical cathedral, and visit a
PORT WINE CELLAR along the banks of the Douro River. This afternoon, consider an
optional excursion to Guimarães, called the “cradle” of Portugal and a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
SALAMANCA, SPAIN
Enjoy the plentiful woodlands and mountains on your return to Spain via the scenic
Douro Valley. Reach the ancient and beautiful university town of Salamanca in the early
o take a stroll in the Plaza Mayor.
“Palace of the Kingdom of Dorne”, from Game of Thrones, were filmed in Plaza de
cena before crossing into Portugal and the fertile
plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop to visit Evora, a
decked balconies, brilliant
century “Mistress of the Seas.” You’ll see his
monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square,
and other highlights on the guided sightseeing tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure in the
decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to the scenic Portuguese
famous SANCTUARY, dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
nown for its university, one of the oldest in Europe, and to Porto
on the northern bank of the Douro River. For the perfect way to round out your day, why
Discover Porto’s highlights on the guided city tour. See its historical cathedral, and visit a
PORT WINE CELLAR along the banks of the Douro River. This afternoon, consider an
a UNESCO World
Enjoy the plentiful woodlands and mountains on your return to Spain via the scenic
and beautiful university town of Salamanca in the early
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
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Day 11 – SALAMANCA–ÁVILA–SEGOVIA–MADRID
Journey to fortified Ávila with its many towers and visit ST. THERESA’S CONVENT before
continuing to Segovia, a medieval town picturesquely set on a rocky hill. Spend some
time in Segovia before crossing the boundary between new and old Castile to arrive in
Madrid.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
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Day 12 -MADRID
The capital of Spain, situated 2,180 feet above sea level, Madrid is the nearest thing to
Heaven, according to Spaniards. Discover Madrid’s main highlights on the included
guided city tour.
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Day 13 – MADRID
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
COME HOME TO WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF THE TRIP!!!