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Spanish Wonder
10 Days starting from $1,725.00

Countries Visited:
Spain

Length: 10 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SPWO
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona

 

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Madrid: Sightseeing includes Puerta del Sol, Cervantes Memorial and Plaza Mayor.
  • Toledo: Sightseeing includes visits to the Synagogue, Church of Santo Tome and a Toledo steel workshop.
  • Puerto Lapice: Visit the Inn where Don Quixote was said to have been dubbed knight.
  • Cordoba: Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs.
  • Seville: Sightseeing including the Bell Tower, Columbus'' Tomb, Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de Espana.
  • Granada: Sightseeing including a visit to the Alhambra Palace. (This visit may take place on the morning of day 7 according to weather conditions.)
  • Valencia: See the Town Hall, Cathedral and Serrano and Cuarte Towers.
  • Peñiscola: See the ancient castle
  • Barcelona: Sightseeing includes the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi''s ''Sagrada Familia'' and the Ramblas.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid
  • 8 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Granada
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Barcelona
12 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona, Granada, Seville and Cordoba.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgarís luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers will be provided on Day 2 and Barcelona Airport Transfers on Day 10. Group transfers on arrival at Madrid Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Barcelona Airport at 9.00. For passengers who wish to be transferred to Madrid, we will transfer you to the Trafalgar extra night hotel in Madrid with arrival around 6pm
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Itinerary

  • Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Madrid.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Madrid (2 nights) You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later, meet your Tour Director for a Welcome Drink and tour briefing with your fellow travellers.

    Hotel: Rafael Atocha (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Toledo excursion and Madrid sightseeing First we drive to Toledo where our tour on foot, using our audio system, includes a visit to the Synagogue, the Church of Santo Tome and a local steel workshop. Then we return to Madrid where our sightseeing tour along the wide tree-lined avenues shows us the Cervantes Memorial in the Plaza de Espana, the Puerta del Sol and we walk to see the magnificent Plaza Mayor. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Madrid – Cordoba – Seville (2 nights) Our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure during our travels today. But first to Puerto Lapice of legendary Don Quixote fame, then to Cordoba where we visit the Mosque of the Caliphs and learn of the Moorish history of the region. Then we continue to our hotel in Seville. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Occidental (2 nights)

     
  • Day 5 - Seville sightseeing & at leisure Our sightseeing tour takes us through the tree-lined streets of Seville to see the Bell Tower and weather vane of the Giralda. We will also see the pools and fountains of the Maria Luisa Park and Christopher Columbusí tomb and continue with a walk through the Jewish quarter. Tonight, why not experience a little Spanish passion at a fiery Flamenco show? (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 6 - Seville – Granada A scenic drive takes us to Granada to enjoy a guided sightseeing tour with our audio system including one of the most important sights in Spain, the Moorish Alhambra Palace. Our guided tour of this magnificent example of Moorish architecture shows us the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal summer residence, where we have fine views over the town and the surrounding hills. Tonight, a dinner of local specialities in a typical restaurant of this hilltop town. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Alhamar

     
  • Day 7 - Granada – Valencia Via the Mora Pass, we soon arrive at the Troglodyte dwellings of Guadix. Time to take pictures before continuing to Valencia, renowned for its orange groves, where orientation shows us the Bull Ring, the great Cathedral and the Towers of Serrano and Cuarte. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Abba Acteon Plaza

     
  • Day 8 - Valencia – Barcelona (2 nights) First through the Levant region to PeÒiscola for our first stop. Then on to Barcelona where on arrival we will enjoy a sightseeing tour using our audio system and highlighting the fantasies of Gaudi, the Ramblas, the Plaza Catalunya and a walk through the Gothic quarter with its magnificent Cathedral. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Hesperia Tower

     
  • Day 9 - Barcelona at leisure Today is at leisure to explore this fascinating city. Maybe shop in the chic boutiques along Diagonal or take an excursion to Montserrat. This evening we enjoy a special Farewell Dinner with wine together with our Tour Director and new found friends. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

     
  • Day 10 - Barcelona - USA Time for final goodbyes to Spain and your fellow travelers as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight. (Buffet Breakfast)
     

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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
  • Puerto Lapice
  • Cordoba
  • Seville
  • Granada
  • Valencia
  • Peñiscola
  • Barcelona

 

Best of Spain
16 Days starting from $2,499.00

Countries Visited:
Spain

Length: 16 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SBES
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Madrid, Toledo, Burgos, Santander, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Torremolinos, Gibraltar, Seville, Cordoba

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Madrid: Sightseeing including the Plaza Espana and Cibeles Fountain plus a highlight visit to the famous Prado Museum.
  • Toledo: Sightseeing includes visits to the Synagogue, Church of Santo Tomé and a steel workshop.
  • Burgos: See the tomb of El Cid.
  • Santander: Orientation tour.
  • Bilbao: Photo stop at the Guggenheim Museum.
  • San Sebastian: Orientation tour includes ''La Concha'' Bay.
  • Pamplona: See the ancient streets where the bulls run.
  • Zaragoza: View the Cathedral of El Pilar and La Seo.
  • Barcelona: Sightseeing includes the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi''s ''Sagrada Familia'' and the Ramblas.
  • Peñiscola: See the ancient castle used in the film ''El Cid''.
  • Valencia: See the Cathedral and Serrano and Cuarte Towers.
  • Granada: Sightseeing including a visit to the Alhambra Palace.
  • Torremolinos: Stay in this famous holiday resort.
  • Gibraltar: Visit the famous Rock.
  • Seville: Sightseeing including the Bell Tower and Maria Luisa Park.
  • Cordoba: Sightseeing including the Mezquita and medieval Synagogue.
  • Scenic drives: Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains, the Cantabrian Cordillera, Montserrat Mountain, the Catalonian vineyards, Levant region, the Mora Pass, the Costa del Sol, Andalusia, Guadalquivir Valley and La Mancha.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid
  • 14 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 6 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Barcelona
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Madrid
22 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona, Granada, Seville and Cordoba.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgarís luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Madrid Airport Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 16. Group transfers on arrival at Madrid Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Madrid Airport at 08.30 and 11.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Additional Visa Requirements
Additional Visa Requirements For NON-USA citizens the visit to Gibraltar is subject to British and Spanish Visa requirements.

Itinerary

  • Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Madrid

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Madrid (2 nights) On arrival at Madrid Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you may wish to relax at your hotel or why not take an excursion to El Escorial? This evening we will enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and travelling companions.

    Hotel: Holiday Inn (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Toledo Excursion & Madrid Sightseeing First we enjoy an included excursion to Toledo, capital of Castile. Here sightseeing with a local guide includes a visit to the Synagogue, the Church of Santo Tome and a steel workshop. Then we return to Madrid where our guided tour shows us the Plaza Espana, the Puerta del Sol, the Cibeles Fountain and Gran Via.This evening, perhaps dine in a restaurant on the Plaza Mayor. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Madrid – Burgos – Santander This morning our journey takes us over the Guadarrama Mountains to El Cid''s city of Burgos, to see the gothic Cathedral. From here, we drive close to the Ebro, and over the Cantabrian Cordillera to the coast and sophisticated Santander for the night. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Santemar

     
  • Day 5 - Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastian - Pamplona Today''s first stop is in Bilbao where there''s a chance to visit the new Guggenheim Museum before heading to seaside San Sebastian. On our arrival an orientation tour shows us the Bahia de la Concha beach, then on to Pamplona. Here we see the ancient streets and learn of the Festival of St. Firminius, when the bulls are left to run free through the town!
    (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: NH Iruna Park

     
  • Day 6 - Pamplona - Zaragoza - Barcelona (2 nights) Today we return to the Ebro Valley, stopping at Zaragoza, where we see the Cathedral of El Pilar as well as the Cathedral La Seo. Then onto Barcelona where our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasure and we enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Abba Sants (2 nights)

     
  • Day 7 - Barcelona sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour with a local guide and audio system includes a walk through the Gothic Quarter with its impressive Cathedral. We also see Gaudi''s ''Sagrada Familia'' plus many of his other eccentric architectural masterpieces. Later, we''ll view Columbus'' Monument and the Ramblas. Then enjoy time at leisure in this sophisticated city, or perhaps an optional excursion to mystical Montserrat? (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 8 - Barcelona – Peñiscola – Valencia We drive past orange and almond orchards to Peniscola with its ancient castle. Then through the ëhuertasí to sunny Valencia where our orientation includes the Town Hall, the Bull Ring, the Towers of Serrano and Cuarte and the Cathedral. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Abba Acteon Plaza

     
  • Day 9 - Valencia – Guadix – Granada This morning we travel inland to the ësierrasíand Guadix, stopping to view the troglodyte cave dwellings. From here we continue our journey via the jagged Mora Pass, as we make our way to the Moorish city of Granada. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Gran Luna de Granada

     
  • Day 10 - Granada - Costa del Sol (2 nights) This morning after breakfast our sightseeing tour with a local guide and audio system visits the spectacular Alhambra Palace as well as the Generalife Gardens. After, we will continue to the coast, and our hotel for two nights, in the Costa del Sol with its long beaches, stopping in the resort of Torremolinos. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Melia Costa del Sol (2 nights)

     
  • Day 11 - Costa del Sol at leisure After breakfast you can enjoy a full day at leisure perhaps to relax! Or you may wish to shop for souvenirs in the old town of Torremolinos, lie on the beach and soak up the sunshine or maybe take an optional excursion to the white-washed village of Mijas. Your evening is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 12 - Costa del Sol – Seville (2 nights) This morning we enjoy a scenic drive past the exciting millionaire''s resort of Marbella and on to La Linea. Later, we cross to the Rock of Gibraltar, with plenty of time for duty-free shopping before continuing through the Jerez countryside. Finally, we arrive in the Andalusian capital of Seville for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Tryp Macarena (2 nights)

     
  • Day 13 - Seville sightseeing & at leisure This morning after breakfast we will drive through the tree-lined streets of Seville and enjoy a sightseeing tour with audio system including the Bell Tower and weather vane of the Giralda. We''ll also see the pools and fountains of the Maria Luisa Park and Christopher Columbus'' tomb and continue with a walk through the Jewish quarter. Tonight, why not experience a little Spanish passion at a fiery Flamenco show? (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 14 - Seville – Cordoba Today along the Guadalquivir Valley, we travel to the Roman founded city of Cordoba. Here our sightseeing including audio system this afternoon features the Mezquita, a former Moorish Mosque, now hosting Cordoba''s main Cathedral and also a visit to the medieval synagogue. Before dinner, there''s time for relaxation and exploration of the city on your own. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Occidental

     
  • Day 15 - Cordoba – Madrid Today we cross La Mancha to Puerto Lapice where, according to tradition, Don Quixote was dubbed Knight by the local innkeeper. Next we drive back to Madrid where a local guide takes us on a visit to the world-famous Prado Museum to admire the paintings of Velazquez and Goya among the many fine works displayed (audio system included). Then there''s time perhaps to enjoy some last minute shopping. This evening, join your Tour Director and travelling companions for a Farewell Dinner. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Agumar

     
  • Day 16 - Madrid - USA Time to bid farewell to new-found friends as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
  • Burgos
  • Santander
  • Bilbao
  • San Sebastian
  • Pamplona
  • Zaragoza
  • Barcelona
  • Peñiscola
  • Valencia
  • Granada
  • Torremolinos
  • Gibraltar
  • Seville
  • Cordoba

 

Southern Spain and Portugal
10 Days starting from $1,550.00

Countries Visited:
Portugal, Spain

Length: 10 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: STSP
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Costa del Sol, Gibraltar, Seville, Lisbon

 

 
What's Included

Fabulous Sightseeing
 
  • Madrid: See the Royal Palace, Cervantes Memorial and Puerta del Sol.
  • Toledo: See Synagogue, Santo Tome and steel workshop.
  • Granada: Visit the Alhambra Palace.
  • Seville: See Columbus'' tomb, Cathedral, Bell Tower and Maria Luisa Park.
  • Lisbon: See the Monument to the Discoveries and Belem Tower.
  • Scenic drives Sierra Nevada Mountains, Costa del Sol and Alentejo region
  • Where Trafalgar considers that our excellent audio system will enhance the commentary made by our local guides, making your tour of a city clearer and more entertaining, it will be included.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid
  • 8 Hot buffet breakfasts
  • 3 three course dinners in hotels
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Lisbon
12 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • Escorted by one of Trafalgar''s top professional Tour Directors whilst touring.
  • A qualified local city guide in Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville and Lisbon.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Madrid Airport Transfers will be provided on Day 2 and Lisbon Airport transfers on Day 10.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Group transfers on arrival at Madrid airport will operate at 09.30,12.30 and 15.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Lisbon airport at 07.00 and 09.30. For passengers who wish to be transferred to Madrid, we will transfer you to the Trafalgar extra night hotel in Madrid with arrival around 6pm.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Additional Visa Requirements
The visit to Gibraltar is subject to British and Spanish Visa requirements. Please consult your Travel Agent to establish the specific requirements for your tour.

Itinerary

  • Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Madrid.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Madrid (2 nights) You are met at Madrid airport and transferred to your hotel . Time to relax or explore this lively Spanish capital. Later enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.

    Hotel: Rafael Atocha (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Madrid Sightseeing This morning our guided sightseeing tour features views of the Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol and the Cervantes Memorial. Then time at leisure to relax or perhaps take an excursion to see the Valley of the Fallen. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Madrid – Toledo – Granada This morning we travel to Toledo, capital of Castile. On our arrival a guided walking tour highlights the Jewish Synagogue and the church of Santo Tome. Next into Andalusia to hilltop Granada with its views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This evening dinner is included in our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)

    Hotel: Gran Luna de Granada

     
  • Day 5 - Granada - Costa del Sol (Estepona) Our morning sightseeing tour visits the Alhambra Palace, Spain''s most beautiful Moorish building and former residence of the Moorish Kings. Then on to the Costa del Sol where tonight you may wish to sample the nightlife of this lively resort area. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Crowne Plaza

     
  • Day 6 - Costa del Sol – Gibraltar – Seville (2 nights) Today we continue along the Costa del Sol to La Linea, where we cross to the imposing Rock of Gibraltar, with time for duty free shopping. Next our journey takes us through the sherry wine region of Jerez to Seville where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)

    Hotel: Occidental (2 nights)

     
  • Day 7 - Seville Sightseeing & at leisure Today''s morning sightseeing with our local guide is dominated by the Bell Tower and weather vane of Giralda. We will also see the pools and fountains of Maria Luisa Park, Christopher Columbus'' tomb and enjoy a walking tour of the Jewish quarter.Afterwards, enjoy some time on your own in this city steeped in Moorish history and culture. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

     
  • Day 8 - Seville – Lisbon (2 nights) Our journey today takes us via the ''Jabugo'' (ham centre) of Spain, and past mighty castles. Later we enter the Alentejo region of Portugal with its many cork forests. We continue from here to Lisbon, the capital, for the next two nights. You may wish to dine on local specialities this evening. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: NH Parque (2 nights)

     
  • Day 9 - Lisbon Sightseeing & at leisure Our guided tour shows us the Monument to the Discoveries, the beautiful suspension bridge across the Tagus and the Belem Tower. Then time at leisure perhaps to shop for pottery, cork and fisherman''s sweaters in the nearby fishing villages of Cascais and Sintra. Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our Tour Director and fellow travellers. (Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner)

     
  • Day 10 - Lisbon – USA After breakfast – time to bid farewell to our new found friends as we transfer to the airport for our return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)

Dates & Prices

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4/25/2008 - 5/4/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
  • Granada
  • Seville
  • Lisbon

 

Highlights of Spain and Portugal
14 Days starting from $2,099.00

Countries Visited:
Portugal, Spain

Length: 14 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SHIG
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Granada, Costa del Sol, Gibraltar, Seville, Lisbon, Fatima, Salamanca

 

 
What's Included

Fabulous Sightseeing
 
  • Toledo: Sightseeing including the Jewish Synagogue, Church of Santo Tomé, a steel workshop and El Greco masterpiece.
  • Cordoba: Sightseeing including the Mosque of the Caliphs and 14th century Synagogue.
  • Granada: Sightseeing including a visit to the Alhambra Palace.
  • Gibraltar: Visit the famous Rock.
  • Seville: Sightseeing including Columbus'' Tomb and the Cathedral, Bell Tower and weather vane of Giralda and Maria Luisa Park.
  • Lisbon: Sightseeing including the Monument to the Discoveries and Belem Tower.
  • Fatima: Visit the celebrated Shrine at Fatima.
  • Salamanca: See the Plaza Mayor.
  • Madrid: Sightseeing including the Royal Palace, Cervantes Memorial and Puerta del Sol. Also a guided visit of the famous Prado Museum.
  • Scenic drives past the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Costa del Sol, Serra d'' Aire Mountains and the Sierra de Guadarrama.
  • Where Trafalgar considers that our excellent audio system will enhance the commentary made by our local guides, making your tour of a city clearer and more entertaining, it will be included.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid
  • 12 hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinner in hotels
  • 2 local speciality restaurant dinners in Granada and Seville
17 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual T