Moorish Delight (13 Days)
As an ancient Mediterranean culture, Spain is known by its preserved unique exotic lifestyle expressed throughout the peninsula and especially in its southern part Andalucía. Its architecture, cuisine, music and dance reflect the Spanish soul that feeds on the beauty of the simplicity and the sophistication of this region. A collage of times and events have swept through for centuries with a spirit of pride and dignity to establish the culture of Spain: a masterpiece. A place where life is meant for living.
Moorish Delight Itinerary:
Day 01: New York / Madrid
Overnight flight from JFKairport in New York to Madrid direct flight on the new Spanish evolution Iberia. Dinner and breakfast on board.
Day 02: Madrid
Upon arrival in the Spanish capital, your host will meet you at the airport and will transfer you to your hotel. Relax and acclimate for the remainder of the morning. The afternoon will be devoted to exploring the historic sites of Madrid with your professional guide.
Day 03: Madrid / Toledo / Seville
Depart in the morning from Madrid to Toledo. You will get an introduction to the heartbeat of artistic Spain visiting the historic highlights. We'll have lunch on the road in a typical Spanish Taverna, then continue to Seville for dinner and overnight.
Day 04: Seville
Morning discovery tour with a local guide. This will highlight the famous Santa Cruz section, the Jewish quarter, the Mosque and the Cathedral among other landmarks. The afternoon will be at leisure for you to discover Seville on your own.
Day 05: Seville / Jerez / C·diz / Gibraltar
Travel to C·diz through back roads to visit exciting Andalusian villages. We'll have lunch in Rota, then the remainder of the afternoon will be devoted to exploring the city. We'll continue traveling to Gibraltar for dinner and overnight.
Day 06: Gibraltar (Tangier)
Day at your leisure to explore the Rock with its unique maze. An excursion to Tangier will be offered to those who wish to put a foot in Africa! Cross the strait of Gibraltar where the Atlantic clashes with the Mediterranean and Africa embraces Europe. The Romance in the Casbah of Tangier is worth the trip. Overnight in Gibraltar.
Day 07: Gibraltar / Granada
Travel in the morning to Granada along la Costa del Sol to reach the dramatic ridges of the Sierra Nevada and its typical Moorish villages that punctuate the pride of great people. Dinner and accommodation at Hotel Bristol.
Day 08: Granada
Today is devoted to exploring some of the most impressive sites in Granada that have marked the Spanish history, among them the one and only: Alhambra.
Day 09: Granada
Morning to visit historic sites in Granada, afternoon will be at leisure.
Day 10: Granada / Cordoba
Travel in the morning from Granada to reach Cordoba for lunch. In the afternoon an orientation tour will highlight gardens of la Victoria and ramparts around the city.
Day 11: Cordoba
Visits to historic sites and plazas of Cordoba will highlight one of the wonders of this world the "Alkazar" palace, renowned a for what a palace should mean.
Day 12: Cordoba / Madrid
Travel from Cordoba to Madrid in the morning via Valdepeñas, a drive through bodegas of wine, where barrels are set on the side of the road. Continue to the shady groves of Aranjuez beside the Tagus river. Lunch by the Jardin De la Isla, then continue to Madrid. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 13: Madrid / New York.
Depart in the morning from Madrid to reach New York in the mid-afternoon, with a memorable trip of a lifetime.
Tour Includes:
- RT Washington / Madrid
- Land transportation in deluxe vehicles
- Accommodation in 3 star hotels and paradors
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Services of guides and escort.
- Fees to monuments and museums
Cities and Hotels Used:
- Madrid: 2 nights, Hotel El Coloso
- Granada: 3 nights, Hotel Carmen
- Gibraltar: 2 nights, Hotel Bristol
- Sevilla: 2 nights, Hotel Don Pablo Sevilla
- Cordoba: 2 nights, hotel Maimonides
Cost per person based on double occupancy: $ 2,885.00
Single supplement: $ 395.00