Andalusia and Toledo
Castles in Spain- A 5-day Tour of Spain

Ciudades Andaluzas y Toledo , 5 dias

Nov - Mar : Madrid , Cordoba, Seville, Granada & Toledo: on Thursdays

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Then by all means spend it in the fabled land of castles and Moorish delights of southern Spain. Over five nights and four days, you’ll attain and enjoy the most remarkable sights, from the lush gardens of the Generalife where caliphs once pondered weighty decisions, to the imposing Alhambra of Granada and the Alcazar of Seville. You’ll marvel at the terraced gardens and lush river valleys that surprise you in the stark and beautiful landscape, and you’ll have an extra day to enjoy and take inspiration from the treasures and landmarks of three cultures in Granada.

Departure: THURSDAYS (Nov - March )

DAY 1—MADRID, CORDOBA, SEVILLE
We meet up this morning at the coach terminal in Oriente Square in Madrid and set out by 9 a.m., making the most of our time aboard to introduce ourselves to each other and learn more about what lies ahead. Our route takes us into La Mancha, the landscape of romance and adventure where Don Quixote tilted at windmills. We’ll wind across hills and down into irrigated valleys, to Puerto Lápice, a town lost in time, looking much as it did in the seventeenth century. We might even espy the establishment where an innkeeper conferred knighthood upon Don Quixote. Then we’ll pass onward through the region of Valdepeñas, where fine Tempranillo grapes are grown, and cross the Canyon of Despeñaperros, and pass through the town of Bailén on our way to Cordoba. Here we’ll visit the famous Mosque, one of the most notable in the days of Moorish rule. Then we’ll continue onward to Andalusia, where comfortable beds await us in Seville.

Salida de nuestra TERMINAL, Plaza de Oriente, a las 9.00 horas, hacia la tierra manchega, Puerto Lápice, Valdepeñas y el Desfiladero de Despeñaperros, Bailén y Córdoba. Visita de su famosa Mezquita. Continuación, por Ecija y Carmona, hasta Sevilla y alojamiento.

DAY 2— SEVILLE (B)
We’ll stay all day in Seville, where the Moors have left their mark in whitewashed houses, tile roofs, graceful archways, and a warren of intimate lanes with surprises at every turn. Our visit will take us to the monumental and stunning tower of La Giralda, the Cathedral that once echoed with daily calls to prayer, and the Palace of the Alcazar, with its delicately carved stonework and pleasure gardens that still delight. Your afternoon is free to wander the alleyways of Seville on your own, and perhaps to stop in and sample the tapas at an inviting establishment.

Desayuno y alojamiento. Por la mañana se realizará la visita monumental y panorámica. Tarde libre.

DAY 3— SEVILLE, GRANADA (B)
We say adiós to Seville this morning, and embark across Andalusia, the spectacular ridge of the Sierra Nevada forming a backdrop to our journey, coated in snow well into springtime. With all the spectacular vistas along the way, we’ll be in Granada before we know it. We’ll visit the Palace of the Alhambra, which inspired caliphs, conquerors, and writers as noted as Washington Irving, with its magnificent rooms and intricately decorated Moorish archways. We’ll stroll through its fabled Generalife gardens and summer residence of the caliphs, of course, and there will be time to wander and shop on your own before you retire to your lodgings.

Desayuno y salida, para llegar a Granada, maravillosamente asentada en las faldas de Sierra Nevada. Visita de los monumentos árabes del Palacio de la Alhambra y los Jardines del Generalife y alojamiento.

DAY 4 — GRANADA (B)
Take your time! We’ built an extra day into this itinerary to allow you to explore Granada independently. Perhaps you’ll return to the fabled Alhambra for a stroll through its fantastical gardens. Or, you can wander the Albaicin, the last quarter of the city occupied by the Moors, with its charming maze of alleys lined with houses with secret patios. According to whim and interest, you’ll visit the museum of composer Manuel de Falla, or the Fine Arts or Archaeology museum, or spend your day café-sitting and shopping. We’ll be pleased to arrange a tour, if you wish, from a number of options.

Desayuno y alojamiento. Día libre con posibilidad de realizar visitas opcionales.

DAY 5 — GRANADA, TOLEDO, MADRID (B)
Our northward route takes us back through central Spain, to the historic city of Toledo, where fine steel making is a tradition and a craft, where Jews and Muslims and Christians all flourished in the Golden Age of Moorish Spain. Notable sights will include the Cathedral, of course, with masterpieces by El Greco; and the Alcázar, a fortress site from Roman times right into this century. Afternoon will see us back aboard the coach, on our way to Madrid

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Desayuno y salida hacia Toledo y visita de esta monumental ciudad. Por la tarde, salida hacia Madrid, a la TERMINAL.

Inclusions:

• Guided Sightseeing as per itinerary , including all entrance fees
• Services of English-speaking escort throughout.
• Travel on deluxe air-conditioned motor coach.
• Breakfast daily
• Hotel accommodations in the class selected.
• Entrance fees.
• Baggage service.
• Travel bag (presented in Spain).

Not included:

• International air transport (please consult us about our special   fares).
• Expenses of a personal nature, such as tips.
• Beverages.
• Meals other than those specifically mentioned.

Tour code : Class «T» (T-05/265) Class «A» (A-05/265)

Incluido:
• Visitas con guía local en Córdoba, Sevilla, Granada y Toledo.
• Asistencia de técnico acompañante.

• Autobús de lujo con aire acondicionado.
• Desayuno diario,

• Entradas a monumentos. • Maleteros.
• Seguro y bolsa de viaje.

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