 Spain's Classics
Spain is a colorful pageant of art, history and culture, set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, dotted with groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures in Madrid's Prado Museum. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. Feel the passion of the Flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville. Explore Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Travel the Sierra Nevada. HighlightsMadrid, Prado Museum, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Flamenco Show, Granada, Alhambra, Valencia, Barcelona Collette Experience In Southern Spain, see the beauty of Cordoba's colorful streets lined with orange trees and balconies dripping with fresh flowers.Tour the former capital of the Spanish Empire when you visit Toledo and experience the unparalleled blending of Moorish, Jewish, Visigoth and Christian cultures.Feel the rhythm and passion of the flamenco with reserved seating at a performance in Seville.Enjoy your stay in cultural Barcelona, home of Antonio Gaudi's masterpieces. |
| Call (888) 326-5043 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8723895 | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 12/31/2009 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : | | Day 2 | Lisbon | Arrive Lisbon, Portugal : Welcome to Portugal, where quaint farming villages, cork and olive tree plantations dot the landscape. Enjoy Lisbon, Portugal's vibrant capital city. Tonight, begin your journey with a welcome dinner. | | Day 3 | Lisbon | Lisbon : A tour of Lisbon features the Moorish Alfama Quarter, Jeronimo's Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries and the Tower of Belem. Tonight, enjoy a dinner complete with local cuisine, wines and Fado music at Adega Machado's restaurant. | | Day 4 | Lisbon | Lisbon - Fatima - Nazare - Obidos - Lisbon : LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Your day on Portugal's "Silver Coast" begins in the pilgrimage town of Fatima. See the Batalha Monastery, an example of Manueline Architecture, and travel to the quaint towns of Nazare and Obidos. | | Day 5 | Madrid | Lisbon - Madrid, Spain : Depart Lisbon and cross the border into Spain. Enjoy a day viewing the countryside of Portugal and Spain before arriving into the capital city of Spain - Madrid! | | Day 6 | Madrid | Madrid - Prado Museum - Toledo - Madrid : During a locally guided tour of Madrid's historic center, see the Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, where events have been held since the 17th century. Today, locals gather for shopping or breaks in one of the many cafes. A guided tour of the Prado Museum, open since 1819, provides you with an historical and cultural perspective of this magnificent museum that boasts the world's finest collection of art by masters such as Velazquez and Goya. This afternoon travel to Toledo, the capital of medieval Spain until 1560. A comprehensive tour highlights the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the 13th century synagogue, a testament to Toledo's Jewish heritage. Also stop in the Church of Santo Tome to view El Greco's masterpiece painting, The Burial of Count Orgaz. | | Day 7 | Seville | Madrid - Cordoba - Seville : LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Travel to the extraordinary Moorish city of Cordoba. Embark on a walking tour of the Mezquita, a magnificent mosque, built by the Moors in the 8th century, which was converted into the city's cathedral in the 16th century. The mosque is an architectural marvel, with double-tiered arches supported by 850 pillars of marble, alabaster and stone. Continue your exploration of Cordoba in the city's well-preserved and historical old Jewish Quarter. Later, transfer to Seville, considered Spain's "cultural capital." | | Day 8 | Seville | Seville : Today you will see Columbus' tomb, the ornate cathedral, and Giralda Bell Tower, formerly a minaret which, when built, was the tallest tower in the world. Enjoy a walking tour of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter with its bright flowers, white-washed buildings and winding streets; then continue on to Plaza D'Espana and the beautiful Maria Luisa Park, one of the loveliest in all of Europe. A local flamenco dancer joins you for a typical "tapas lunch" featuring small portions of hot and cold specialties; here you learn about the history, culture and artistry of flamenco. This evening, take your reserved seats for an authentic flamenco show featuring Seville's top performers. | | Day 9 | Granada | Seville - Granada : Travel along the peaceful Sierra Nevada to Granada, the last great capital of the Moors in Spain before it fell to the Catholic monarchs in 1492. Join a local expert for a tour of the world-famous Alhambra, an immense hilltop palace. Also tour the Generalife, meaning "garden of the architect," where the grounds are beautifully designed with waterfalls, courtyards and smaller secret gardens. | | Day 10 | Valencia | Granada - Valencia : Today you travel through Spain's amazing landscape viewing rolling hills dotted with picturesque olive groves while en route to the Mediterranean coast. Arrive in the city of Valencia, a treasure trove of Roman and Arabic architecture, surrounded by citrus groves and known for its vibrant nightlife which only begins after midnight. A fun evening is planned where you will have a presentation on how to make the traditional Valencia paella followed by a delicious paella dinner. | | Day 11 | Barcelona | Valencia - Barcelona : Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Valencia where you will view the highlights of this historical city, such as the ornate 14th century Serranos Tower and imposing 15th century Quart Tower. You'll also see the bustling central market, one of the largest in Europe, housing thousands of stalls and a true representation of colorful Spanish life, and view the Gothic Cathedral, where construction began in 1262 on the site of an ancient mosque. Your trip to Valencia would not be complete without a stop at Lonja, the old Silk Exchange, recognized by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful buildings of European civil Gothic architecture. Before continuing north along the coast to Barcelona, enjoy a tasting of Orxata, a local specialty beverage. | | Day 12 | Barcelona | Barcelona : Get an in-depth look at Barcelona, Catalonia's capital and one of the most vibrant and lively cities in Spain! Your locally guided tour showcases Las Ramblas Boulevard, the most famous in Barcelona, dotted with bird and flower stalls. Also see Columbus Monument, Parc Montjuic, Antonio Gaudi's "La Sagrada Familia," which is still under construction, Parc Guell and the unconventional Casa Mila building. This afternoon continue to explore colorful Barcelona on your own or take part in an optional tour to the quaint mountain village of Montserrat with its unique stone formations. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a lovely trip to Spain! | | Day 13 | Tour ends | Barcelona - Tour Ends : You return home eager to share vivid memories of a spectacularly beautiful land with an old, rich and diverse cultural heritage. |
| | | Melia Galgos | | Melia Sevilla | | Melia Lebreros | | Tryp Albayzin | | Hotel Marcia Real de la Alhambra | | Beatrice Rey Don Jaime | | Hotel Colon Barcelona | |
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Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your Travel Agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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