Essential Spain

Essential Spain

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Essential Spain

8 Days Starting in Madrid and ending in Granada

Visiting: Spain

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur205

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 35

Physical rating:

Easy

From:
$1522 (USD)

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Tour Overview

This tour will guide you through the most breathtaking destinations of Spain. Begin your journey in Madrid, the fascinating city that never sleeps. The Spanish capital is the perfect place to taste the fine delicacies of Spanish cuisine, visit local art and history museums, and uncover a magnificent mix of architectural styles. From there you will continue to Cordoba, home to the Great Mosque representing Moorish architecture in Western Europe. Travel through La Mancha, the land of Don Quixote. Make your way to Seville, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, home to the legendary Plaza España, the River Guadalquivir, La Giralda, and the Catedral de Sevilla. Next, you will travel to Granada, to visit the Alhambra Palace, once home to Spanish Royalty. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Andalucía region, known for bullfights, flamenco, tapas, colorful fiestas, and warm-hearted passionate people. Discover Toledo with its tiny narrow streets, frequently described as the “City of Three Cultures” as Christians, Arabs and Jews have lived here for centuries. Admire the extraordinary beauty and rich cultural heritage this fascinating region has to offer. End your journey in Madrid before you prepare for your final departure.

Highlights

  • Discover Madrid; an extraordinary city to taste local cuisine, history, and explore the Royal Palace

  • Admire the amazing Mosque of Cordoba, a monument of Islamic architecture in Western Europe

  • Discover the famous Cathedral of Seville, the second largest in the Catholic world after St Peter's

  • Visit the renowned Alhambra, a marvelous complex of palaces and fortresses in Granada

  • Explore Toledo, a World Heritage City where you will discover Christian, and Jewish heritage

  • Uncover Madrid; an extraordinary city to taste local cuisine, history, and explore the Royal Palace

Itinerary

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Day 1: Madrid Arrival

Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 2: Madrid (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will head on a tour of Madrid. On this panoramic tour, you will discover the medieval origins of the city with its Arabic fortress at the Barrio de la Morería, famous for its historic buildings. Drive through the courtesan district of the Hapsburgs characterized by Phillip II and its Renaissance and Baroque style buildings, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. Admire 19th-century work such as the Prado Museum. From there you will explore contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, Plaza Castilla, and Parque del Oeste, as well as the commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, the emblematic Las Ventas Bull Ring and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore the wonders this city has to offer.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 3: Madrid - Cordoba - Sevilla (B/-/-)

After breakfast drive south through the land of Don Quixotes the Man from La Mancha. Along the way, you will discover vast vineyards. There will be a brief stop in Puerto Lapice before crossing through the Despeñaperros (a natural gorge) into Andalucía, a region with a splendorous past. Upon arrival in Cordoba, enjoy a tour of its impressive Mosque and other extraordinary sites. Take the opportunity to stroll through the narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. This afternoon, after a short two hours drive, we will arrive in Sevilla.


Overnight in Sevilla

Day 4: Sevilla (B/-/-)

This morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of Sevilla featuring the Cathedral, the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome. You will discover the Santa Cruz Quarter, a natural scenescape for the opera “Carmen” and where the myth of “Don Juan” developed, the Maria Luisa Park and Spain Square. Spend the afternoon at leisure to discover Sevilla.


Overnight in Sevilla

Day 5: Sevilla - Granada (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will head east into the heart of Andalucía, where you may discover an endless number of olive trees en route to Granada — the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world-famous Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens. This is a setting that has inspired authors such as W. Irving in his work Tales of the Alhambra. 


Overnight in Granada

Day 6: Granada (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will have a free day to enjoy the Nazari capital. Granada is more than Alhambra; the Muslim heritage runs through every corner of the city and mixes with the Christian tradition giving a rise to a unique city. You can participate in this spirit and be immersed in the magical neighborhood of El Albaicín, a World Heritage Site and discover its secrets. You will have the opportunity to visit the Sierra Nevada, old mosques converted into churches and old palaces, still saturated with Arab aromas.


Overnight in Granada

Day 7: Granada - Toledo - Madrid (B/-/-)

This morning you will head north to the World Heritage city of Toledo, surrounded by the Tagus River. It is here where three cultures coexist: Christian, Moorish, and Jewish. This entire town is a national monument.  Enjoy a short city tour of Toledo's old historical centre. From there you will return to Madrid.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 8: Madrid - Usa/Canada (B/-/-)

After breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred back to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport to check-in for your flight home.

What's Included

  • 07 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar

  • Daily breakfast

  • Arrival and departure airport transfers

  • Transportation in an AC deluxe vehicle

  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary

  • Mosque in Cordoba

  • Cathedral in Seville

  • Alhambra & Generalife Gardens entrance in Granada

  • Services of a Bilingual English/Spanish-speaking tour guide

  • Guided tours in Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada & Toledo

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What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

  • Luggage fees may apply and vary by carrier

  • Visa fee if aplicable

  • Items not mentioned as included

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Check out our Q&As

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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  • Low Deposit

    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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