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 THE BEST OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL
Tour Code - 6820
13 days Madrid to Madrid
Madrid, Granada, Costa del Sol, Seville, Lisbon,
Oporto, Salamanca
Price starting at: $1199 |
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Discover the best of these two colourful countries covering the Spanish
regions of Castile, La Mancha, Andalusia, Costa del Sol, Castile, and Oporto.
Among the highlights: a visit of the walled city of Toledo and of the royal
Alhambra palace and fortress in Granada. Also experience the sunny town of
Malaga and its surrounding resort villages, the British-owned Rock of
Gibraltar, spectacular Seville, enchanting Evora, delightful Lisbon, and the
famed Fatima sanctuary. Enjoy a guided tour of Oporto, rich in culture and
history and known for its Port wine production; and Salamanca, Avila, and
Segovia, precious jewels situated in the heart of Spain. Spend the last two
overnights in Madrid with an included sightseeing tour of this dynamic
capital city. |
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Meals
Breakfast - 12
Lunch - 0
Dinner - 5
Standard Features
Headsets throughout the tour
Sightseeing: Visits to Malaga, Gibraltar, Seville,
Evora, Fatima, Oporto, Salamanca, Avila, Segovia
Scenic Highlights: Costa del Sol, Andalusia
Guides: Local Guides for city sightseeing in Toledo,
Lisbon, Madrid, Granada-Alhambra. Services of a
professional Tour Director while touring
Transportation: Touring by private first-class
air-conditioned motorcoach
Hotels: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel
taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
Meals: Buffet breakfasts (B); 5 dinners (D) |
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MADRID, SPAIN.
Check into your hotel. Tonight, meet your Tour
Director and fellow travellers. (D) |
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MADRID-TOLEDO-GRANADA
A short morning drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly
situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of
the Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital
attracts more sightseers from all over the world
than any other Spanish town. Time to visit the old
walled city, which was made famous in El Greco's
paintings. Even now it's like a great openair museum
of Spanish history and art. Cross the Guadalquivir
River and head for the olive and orange groves of
the rolling Andalusian hills. Overnight in
history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra
Nevada. (B,D) |
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GRANADA-COSTA DEL SOL
Take advantage of the included visit with a Local
Guide of the Alhambra, a summer complex built by the
Moorish kings. You'll treasure the memory of its
architectural beauty, and magnificent gardens. This
afternoon, enjoy a scenic drive along the Costa del
Sol via Malaga to your overnight hotel. (B) |
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COSTA DEL SOL.
A day at leisure to enjoy the sandy beaches, browse
through the trendy boutiques, or sample the many
fancy restaurants. Don't miss out on the optional
excursion to Mijas, a typical Andalusian market town
with some enchanting views of the coast from its
upper terraces. (B,D) |
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COSTA DEL SOL-GIBRALTAR-SEVILLE
First today, a visit to the strategic rock fortress
of Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704. Then, on
through the sunny sherry wine region on the Costa de
la Luz to vibrant, festive Seville. (B) |
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SEVILLE.
One of Spain's most colourful cities. Perhaps you'd
like to spend this morning enjoying an optional
sightseeing tour including the main highlights of
the vibrant city. (B,D) |
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SEVILLE-EVORA PORTUGAL-LISBON.
This morning, 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 in Evora, a delightfully
attractive Moorish city with arches alleys, flower
decked balconies, and brilliant white houses. Take
the motorway for the drive into Lisbon for two
overnights. (B) |
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LISBON.
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 excursion. Spend the afternoon in
the Alfama's tile-decorated streets, or take an
optional excursion along the Estoril Coast to
Cascais and Sintra. (B) |
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LISBON-OPORTO
North this morning by way of Santarem, using the
motorway to reach Fatima for a visit of its
worldfamous sanctuary. Later, Oporto on the northern
bank of the River Douro. Optional sightseeing with a
Local Guide takes in many of the city's highlights.
(B) |
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OPORTO-SALAMANCA, SPAIN
A profusion of woodlands and mountains on your way
to Spain by way of Fuentes de Onoro and Ciudad
Rodrigo, located high above the Rio Agueda. Reach
the ancient and beautiful university town of
Salamanca in the early evening. (B,D) |
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SALAMANCA-AVILA-SEGOVIA-MADRID
Leave Salamanca this morning, still visualizing its
charming Plaza Mayor. Journey to fortified Avila
with its many towers for an orientation tour. Visit
St. Theresa's convent before continuing to Segovia
for a visit of this medieval town picturesquely set
on a rocky hill. Cross the boundary between new and
old Castile to arrive in Madrid. (B) |
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MADRID
Not only is it the capital of Spain, but because it
is situated 644 metres (2,180 feet) above sea level,
the Spaniards rightly say Madrid is the nearest
thing to heaven. Enjoy the main highlights on the
included guided sightseeing excursion. (B) |
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MADRID
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |
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Dates and Prices.
Rates are per head in US$: |
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12-Jul-11 |
24-Jul-11 |
$1479 US |
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26-Jul-11 |
7-Aug-11 |
$1479 US |
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9-Aug-11 |
21-Aug-11 |
$1479 US |
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23-Aug-11 |
4-Sep-11 |
$1479 US |
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6-Sep-11 |
18-Sep-11 |
$1458 US |
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13-Sep-11 |
25-Sep-11 |
$1458 US |
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20-Sep-11 |
2-Oct-11 |
$1458 US |
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27-Sep-11 |
9-Oct-11 |
$1458 US |
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4-Oct-11 |
16-Oct-11 |
$1429 US |
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11-Oct-11 |
23-Oct-11 |
$1429 US |
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18-Oct-11 |
30-Oct-11 |
$1429 US |
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25-Oct-11 |
6-Nov-11 |
$1299 US |
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1-Nov-11 |
13-Nov-11 |
$1199 US |
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8-Nov-11 |
20-Nov-11 |
$1199 US |
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14-Dec-11 |
26-Dec-11 |
$1229 US |
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Accommodation Prices: |
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PRE |
Madrid |
1-Jan-11 |
31-Dec-11 |
$80 |
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POST |
Madrid |
1-Jan-11 |
31-Dec-11 |
$80 |
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Optional
Gratuity : US$101 |
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WHERE TO GET YOUR U.K & SCHENGEN VISA |
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REMARKS: |
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Rates
are per head in US$ based on Twin
Sharing
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Rates
do not include Airport Transfers, PRE &
POST TOUR accommodations yet
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Rates
are subject to change without prior
notice
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Rates
do not include Manila-Europe-Manila air
tickets yet. For your convenience, we
facilitate issuance of air tickets
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Terms
and Conditions apply
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VISAS
& PASSPORTS: |
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A valid national passport
is needed for all tours. Passport should
be valid at least 6 months prior to
departure date from Manila
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Passengers are
responsible for getting their own visa’s
and must ensure that they can obtain
these visas before entering into a
booking commitment with us.
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