11 Day Crown of Spain

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2 Madrid, 1 Cordoba, 2 Seville, 1 Granada, 1 Valencia, 2 Barcelona
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • At the renowned Prado Museum view the astonishing collection of Spanish masterpieces
    • Enter the Church of Santo Tomé with its magnificent masterpiece by El Greco in Toledo
    • Tour the astonishing Mosque of the Caliphs transformed into a soaring cathedral in Cordoba
    • Explore the Gothic Cathedral of Seville, the largest in the world
    • Visit the 13th Century Alhambra in Granada
    • Admire the City of Arts & Sciences buildings in Valencia †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    2 Madrid, 1 Cordoba, 2 Seville, 1 Granada, 1 Valencia, 2 Barcelona

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

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  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

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Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Madrid, Barcelona-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
    • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
    • 9 nights First Class accommodations 2 nights Madrid 1 night Cordoba 2 nights Seville 1 night Granada 1 night Valencia 2 nights Barcelona Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
    • Hotel porterage
    • All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
    • 15 meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 dinners with wine
    • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
    • Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
    • Services of local guides in all major cities
    • Entrance fees per itinerary
    • Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Spain
Depart for Spain

DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Madrid
Welcome to Madrid! Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM, followed by a light dinner Overnight: Madrid Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Wednesday - Madrid City Tour
Take a morning sightseeing tour of Madrid. Drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, Plaza de Colon, and view the Royal Palace. Pass through the elegant Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcala Gate. The tour will end at the Prado Museum*, where you will be able ...
DAY 4, Thursday - Toledo Sightseeing En Route to Cordoba
This morning, travel to nearby Toledo, the former capital city of Spain that still retains its medieval atmosphere and charm, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin with a walking tour among the most famous monuments, visiting the St. Tome Church with its El G...
DAY 5, Friday - Cordoba City Tour, Travel to Seville
Cordoba, due to its strategic location, was once an important port city. Visit the astonishing Mezquita de Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, transformed into a soaring cathedral in the 16th century. A walking tour of the city reveals the ancient Jewish Qu...
DAY 6, Saturday - Seville City Tour
This morning, admire the beautiful Plaza de España and the fragrant gardens of Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Visit the quaint Barrio Santa Cruz and explore the narrow winding streets and beautiful plazas of the Old Quarter. Continue with a visit to the Cath...
DAY 7, Sunday - Travel to Granada, Moorish Influenced Alhambra
Morning drive to Granada. Here, your sightseeing of Moorish Granada is highlighted by a visit to the 13th century Alhambra,* one of Spain's most celebrated monuments, dramatically perched atop Assabica Hill overlooking the entire city. This imposing hilltop fortress, dec...
DAY 8, Monday - Travel to Valencia, Valencia City Tour
Today head north through the groves of olives, almonds, lemons and oranges to the garden city of Valencia. Discover this treasure trove of Roman and Moorish architecture before continuing to the City Gates, City Hall and Gothic Cathedral. Arrive at the huge City of Arts ...
DAY 9, Tuesday - Travel to Barcelona, Barcelona City Tour
This morning drive along the coastline of Catalunya to Barcelona. This afternoon's tour of Barcelona begins with a panoramic tour of the old harbor, Plaza de España and Plaza Catalunya. You will also have a chance to view Gaudi's iconic Sagrada Familia, a colossal church...
DAY 10, Wednesday - Full Day in Barcelona
A full day at leisure to explore Barcelona. In the morning, join the optional tour to Montserrat that takes you on a drive past picturesque villages to Montserrat Mountain. On arrival, visit the Royal Basilica and view the world-famous 12th-century Romanesque sculpture o...
DAY 11, Thursday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Optional Activities
Half Day Escorial Tour Enjoy a visit to what has often been described as the "eighth wonder of the world." El Escorial is, perhaps, Philip II's most enduring legacy to Spain. This combination monastery-palace-mausoleum is situated approximately one hour outside of Madrid in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This austere monastery, erected by King Philip II in 1584, was intended to be a memorial to his father, King Charles V, and to commemorate Spain´s victory at Saint Quentin in 1557. It has since become the burial place of subsequent Spanish kings and queens. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $90 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Half Day Montserrat Tour Enjoy a relaxing drive along the picturesque villages of the province to reach Montserrat Mountain. On arrival, visit the Royal Basilica, where you will see the famous 12th-century Romanesque sculpture of "Virgen Moreneta." Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $70 Royal Alcazar of Seville Tour with Tapas lunch Enjoy some Andalusian flavors of tapas and wine at a local restaurant before taking a guided tour of the Royal Alcázar of Seville. Marvel at the many examples of Mudejar architecture in this palace built in the 14th century by King Peter of Castile. The Royal Alcázar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was originally a Moorish fort and is the oldest royal residence still in use in Europe. Stroll through the expansive courtyards and the palace’s beautiful gardens. Approximate tour duration is 3.5 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $89 Half Day Escorial Tour Enjoy a visit to what has often been described as the "eighth wonder of the world." El Escorial is, perhaps, Philip II's most enduring legacy to Spain. This combination monastery-palace-mausoleum is situated approximately one hour outside of Madrid in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This austere monastery, erected by King Philip II in 1584, was intended to be a memorial to his father, King Charles V, and to commemorate Spain´s victory at Saint Quentin in 1557. It has since become the burial place of subsequent Spanish kings and queens. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $90 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Half Day Montserrat Tour Enjoy a relaxing drive along the picturesque villages of the province to reach Montserrat Mountain. On arrival, visit the Royal Basilica, where you will see the famous 12th-century Romanesque sculpture of "Virgen Moreneta." Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $70 Royal Alcazar of Seville Tour with Tapas lunch Enjoy some Andalusian flavors of tapas and wine at a local restaurant before taking a guided tour of the Royal Alcázar of Seville. Marvel at the many examples of Mudejar architecture in this palace built in the 14th century by King Peter of Castile. The Royal Alcázar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was originally a Moorish fort and is the oldest royal residence still in use in Europe. Stroll through the expansive courtyards and the palace’s beautiful gardens. Approximate tour duration is 3.5 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $89 Half Day Escorial Tour Enjoy a visit to what has often been described as the "eighth wonder of the world." El Escorial is, perhaps, Philip II's most enduring legacy to Spain. This combination monastery-palace-mausoleum is situated approximately one hour outside of Madrid in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This austere monastery, erected by King Philip II in 1584, was intended to be a memorial to his father, King Charles V, and to commemorate Spain´s victory at Saint Quentin in 1557. It has since become the burial place of subsequent Spanish kings and queens. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $90 Evening Flamenco Show This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cante jondo or "deep song," which describes the performer's profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $55 Half Day Montserrat Tour Enjoy a relaxing drive along the picturesque villages of the province to reach Montserrat Mountain. On arrival, visit the Royal Basilica, where you will see the famous 12th-century Romanesque sculpture of "Virgen Moreneta." Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $70 Royal Alcazar of Seville Tour with Tapas lunch Enjoy some Andalusian flavors of tapas and wine at a local restaurant before taking a guided tour of the Royal Alcázar of Seville. Marvel at the many examples of Mudejar architecture in this palace built in the 14th century by King Peter of Castile. The Royal Alcázar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was originally a Moorish fort and is the oldest royal residence still in use in Europe. Stroll through the expansive courtyards and the palace’s beautiful gardens. Approximate tour duration is 3.5 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $89
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