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SPAIN TOURING

Madrid, Spain

Lisbon, Portugal Córdoba, Spain Douro Valley, Portugal
MADRID, PORTUGAL & ANDALUSIA 14 DAYS From 5364 * ^
$
MADRID – PORTO – FÁTIMA – LISBON – CÓRDOBA – SEVILLE – COSTA DEL SOL – per person twin share
GRANADA – MADRID
14 DAYS | MADRID TO MADRID
Day 1: Madrid home to a 12th-century Cistercian monastery. Arrive in TRAVEL TYPE: Escorted coach
Arrive at Madrid Airport and transfer to your hotel for a Lisbon, where you will spend the next two nights, and DEPARTS: Selected Sun (12 Apr – 20 Dec 26)
two night stay in Spain’s lively capital. enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Madrid – Toledo Day Tour (B) Day 7: Lisbon (B)
Start the day with a guided tour of Madrid. Explore the Embark on a guided tour of Lisbon, a city steeped HIGHLIGHTS
historic Barrio de la Morería, admire the grandeur of in maritime heritage. See Belém Tower, Jerónimos • Explore the vibrant cities of Madrid and Lisbon
Plaza Mayor, and visit the Royal Palace, one of Europe’s Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoveries. Drive • River cruise through the beautiful Douro Valley
most spectacular royal residences. Drive along Gran Vía, through elegant squares and avenues before enjoying • Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites
the city’s bustling avenue lined with elegant architecture an afternoon at leisure.
and boutiques. Day 8: Lisbon via Mérida to Córdoba (B) • Visit the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens
In the afternoon, journey to Toledo, a UNESCO World Journey back into Spain, stopping in Mérida, a INCLUDES
Heritage city renowned for its blend of Arab, Jewish, UNESCO-listed city famed for its Roman ruins. Continue • 13 nights 4 star accommodation
and Christian influences. Wander through its winding to Córdoba for an overnight stay. • Meals as specified
streets and visit landmarks such as the Monastery of Day 9: Córdoba to Seville (B)
San Juan de los Reyes and the Synagogue of Santa Visit Córdoba’s stunning Mosque-Cathedral and stroll • Guided city tours in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon
María la Blanca. Return to Madrid for the evening. through the Jewish Quarter. Then travel to Seville, • Douro River cruise and Port tasting
Day 3: Madrid via Salamanca to Porto (B) Andalusia’s vibrant capital, for a two night stay. • Admissions to Batalha Monastery, Córdoba
After breakfast, depart Madrid for Salamanca, a city Day 10: Seville (B) Mosque-Cathedral, Seville Cathedral and the
celebrated for its golden sandstone architecture and Enjoy a panoramic tour of Seville, including its Alhambra
prestigious university. Enjoy free time to explore its impressive Cathedral, the charming Santa Cruz Quarter, • Experienced driver and tour leader
historic centre before crossing into Portugal. Arrive Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. The afternoon is • Travel by luxury coach
in Porto, famed for its riverside charm and Port wine free to take in Seville’s lively atmosphere. • Return transfers from Madrid Airport to
traditions. Spend two nights in Porto. Day 11: Seville via Ronda to Costa del Sol (B) accommodation
Day 4: Porto (B) Travel through scenic countryside to Ronda, perched ^Mandatory city taxes of EUR4 in Lisbon, EUR1 in Coimbra
Begin with a sightseeing tour of Porto, visiting highlights dramatically above a deep gorge. Explore its historic and EUR3 in Porto per person per night to be paid directly to
like the Cathedral, the ornate Stock Exchange building, streets and admire breathtaking views before continuing the hotel by you. Refer to page 7 for details.
and Santa Clara Church. Later, enjoy a scenic Douro to the Costa del Sol for an overnight stay.
River cruise, offering stunning views of terraced hillsides
and colourful waterfronts. Conclude with a visit to a Day 12: Costa del Sol to Granada (B) Porto 2 Salamanca
traditional Port wine cellar for a tasting. The remainder of Depart for Granada to visit the world-famous Alhambra,
the day is at leisure. a stunning Moorish palace and fortress. In the evening, Coimbra PORTUGAL Toledo 3 Madrid
consider an optional Flamenco Zambra show (additional
Day 5: Porto via Coimbra to Fátima (B) cost). Overnight in Granada.
Travel south to Coimbra, known for its historic university Batalha 1 Fátima SPAIN
and charming old town. Enjoy free time to explore before Day 13: Granada to Madrid (B)
continuing to Fátima, one of the world’s most significant Return to Madrid for an overnight stay. Enjoy free time Lisbon 2 Mérida
pilgrimage sites. Overnight in Fátima. to explore, dine, or relax before your journey home.
Day 6: Fátima via Batalha to Lisbon (BD) Day 14: Madrid (B) Córdoba 1
Depart for Lisbon, stopping at Batalha, Nazaré, and Transfer to the airport where your tour concludes.
Alcobaça. Visit Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World (B = breakfast, D = dinner) Seville 2 1 Granada
Heritage Site and Gothic masterpiece. Continue to 1 Costa del Sol
Nazaré, a picturesque fishing town, then Alcobaça, START/FINISH Ronda
OVERNIGHT

* FROM PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category and travel in low season.
38 For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.