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16 Day Kaleidoscope of Spain
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Please call 1 866 725 5250 to check availability and to get tax-inclusive rates from most US cities
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Book By
Dec 15 2006
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Book After
Dec 15 2006
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2007
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Mar 31
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$2689
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$3169
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May 5, 19
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2849
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3349
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Jul 21
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3059
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3539
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Sep 8
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2899
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3419
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Sep 29; Oct 13
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2849
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3349
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Nov 10
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2559
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3019
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TENTATIVE ITINERARY
DAY 1, Sat Depart USA to Spain. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Sun Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and orientation at the hotel: BARCELONA
DAY 3, Mon This morning, your tour of Barcelona includes a panoramic tour of the Harbor area, Montjuic, Plaza de España and Plaza de Catalunya. Stop at Park Guell, one of Barcelona's largest urban parks designed by Gaudi, the famous Catalan architect. Originally planned to be an exclusive area for the richest families of Barcelona's bourgeoisie, it later became a public park. Though the park was never fully completed, it is considered one of Gaudi's most colorful and playful works. Continue with a guided walk through the Gothic Quarter to visit the cathedral and view Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, a large unfinished Roman Catholic basilica. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the colorful markets of Las Ramblas (B): BARCELONA
DAY 4, Tues Today, depart Barcelona and drive to Zaragoza (Saragossa). Enjoy orientation of the city including a visit to the Gothic style Basilica of El Pilar. View the City Hall and the old Currency exchange. Then continue north to the Bay of Biscay, to the coastal town of San Sebastian (B, D): SAN SEBASTIAN
DAY 5, Wed Today's sightseeing includes a full-day excursion to Biarritz and Bilbao. Originally a quaint fishing village, the scenic seaside town of Biarritz became a favorite haunt of Europe's royalty in the 19th century. Continue to view the famous Hotel Du Palais, originally built by Napoleon III as a seaside villa for the Empress Eugenie. Its second empire style is the epitome of the elegant set who came to settle here. Enjoy free time to explore this stylish resort on your own. Continue to the town of Bilbao for visits to the Old Quarter and the Guggenheim Museum, designed by the North American architect Frank O. Gehry. Considered one of the 20th century's most influential architectural masterpieces, the museum houses an impressive collection of contemporary art by Spanish masters including Picasso, Dali and Miro. Return to San Sebastian (B): SAN SEBASTIAN
DAY 6, Thurs This morning, depart San Sebastian and drive to the wine region of Rioja. Stop at a typical bodega, a Spanish winery, for a tour of the cellar and wine tasting. Drive through the scenic vineyards, stopping in the charming wine town of Haro for a lunch break on your own. Upon arrival in Burgos visit the Cathedral of Burgos, the only cathedral to be designated a stand-alone UNESCO World Heritage Site and the legendary burial place of El Cid (B, D): BURGOS
DAY 7, Fri Depart Burgos and drive south to Segovia, a distinguished medieval town and designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour of the city includes the Cathedral, the Alcazar, Jewish Quarter and the Roman Aqueduct. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Segovia on your own before departing for Madrid in the late afternoon (B, D): MADRID
DAY 8, Sat This morning's sightseeing tour of Madrid begins with a drive along the Gran Via through the Opera District, with views of the Plaza de Colon and the 18th century Royal Palace. Pass through Puerto del Sol Plaza and Plaza España, with its monument to legendary Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes. Your tour ends with a visit to the Prado Museum. Enjoy a guided tour of the museums many galleries, featuring the works of famous artists including El Greco, Velázquez and Ribera. This afternoon, travel to Toledo, the "Museum City." Enjoy a walking tour amongst the most famous monuments in this UNESCO World Heritage city, including the Cathedral, St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's The Burial of Count Orgaz and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Also admire its famous handcrafted work, the "Damasquinado" (B): MADRID
DAY 9, Sun Morning at leisure to explore Madrid on your own. This afternoon, choose an optional tour to El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen. El Escorial was built in the 16th century by Phillip II as a monastery and Royal Pantheon. The Valley of the Fallen is home to an impressive memorial that commemorates the victims of the Spanish Civil War ($55) (B): MADRID
DAY 10, Mon Morning departure for Granada. Travel via the region of La Mancha, legendary home of Don Quixote, featuring panoramic views of its famous windmills. This afternoon, visit the Moorish Alhambra Palace with its famous Lion Courtyard. Walk through the Generalife water garden and enjoy a breathtaking view of the town below and the Sierra Nevada mountains. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (B, D): GRANADA
DAY 11, Tues This morning, drive to Cordoba, birthplace of philosopher Moshe Ben Maimon. Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs, then enjoy a walking tour of the city. See the Roman Bridge and a beautifully restored 14th century synagogue before continuing to Seville (B, D): SEVILLE
DAY 12, Wed A morning tour of Seville begins with a visit to the Cathedral of Seville, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. View the Giralda Tower overlooking the Guadalquivir River. Visit the Alcazar fortress, the Barrio Santa Cruz (the old Jewish quarter) and the burial site of Christopher Columbus. Afternoon at leisure to explore Seville's shops, museums and cafes. This evening, choose an optional Flamenco show with traditional music and dance ($35) (B): SEVILLE
DAY 13, Thurs This morning, travel through the Sherry wine producing region of Jerez, then on to Ronda. View the famous bullring (the oldest in Spain) and enjoy incredible views from around the gorge of El Tajo, followed by free time to stroll the town. In the afternoon continue past the glamorous resort of Marbella to the Costa del Sol (B): COSTA DEL SOL
DAY 14, Fri Day at leisure or join our optional full day tour to Morocco. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar, passing the impressive Rock of Gibraltar, and continue to Tangier. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, including the colorful Grand Socco market. In the medina, view the Casbah and the Sultan's palace. Enjoy lunch in a typical Moroccan restaurant with entertainment. Free time to explore the city independently before returning to Spain by ferry ($79) (B): COSTA DEL SOL
DAY 15, Sat Full day at leisure or choose our optional morning tour to Mijas. This beautiful village, with its narrow cobbled streets and white washed houses, offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean. It is also famous for its donkey taxis, local crafts of linen and wicker, and a small chapel built into the rocks ($33). Balance of the day is at leisure (B): COSTA DEL SOL
DAY 16, Sun Transfer to the airport for your departure flight (B).
Please note that Gate 1 Travel uses full size motorcoaches and not our usual mini-coaches. Groups up to 40 guests per departure are the norm on Gate 1 escorted tour vacations.
Many other tour itineraries to Spain and Europe are available from Gate 1 Travel - too many to list on our website. Please ask us for full details!
This tour is operated by Gate 1 Travel
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