Amazing Spain and Portugal (201213)
A 10-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $2,199
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| Starting Price: | $2,199 |  |
| Tour Length: | 10 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Portugal, Spain | |
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Cities Visited: From the cobbled streets of Toledo to the arabesque Alhambra and Manueline Lisbon, this well planned itinerary highlights the culture, art and landscapes of these two ‘amazing’ countries. Tour Pace: A popular, well paced tour of Spain and Portugal with two night stays in the cities of Seville and Lisbon, allowing plenty of time for in-depth sightseeing. Other driving days are comfortable, interspersed with sightseeing en route. Hotels: Hotels on this tour are mostly modern, and comfortable with first class facilities. They are centrally located, close to amenities and shops, except for the scenically located and comfortable Marriott Lisbon, which has splendid views. |
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A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)Choose from a selection of local restaurants on your Dine-Around evening in Seville (DA)Celebration Dinner in Madrid at a local restaurant (CD)8 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d’hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursEnjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller Welcome packAirport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 10. (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)
Board your overnight flight (not included).
Day 2: MADRID AT LEISURE
Welcome to Madrid, Europe’s highest capital, occupying the very centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Your airport transfers depart from Madrid Airport to the tour hotel at 09:00, 11:00, 13:30 & 16:00 hours. The rest of the day is at leisure to begin to get to know this stylish city. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Reception and light informal meal with your Tour Director.(Welcome Reception)
Day 3: MADRID - TOLEDO - GRANADA
Set off southwards this morning to the city of Toledo, situated high above the River Tagus, and famous for its burnished steel swords, which have been crafted here for centuries. Walk through the cobbled streets to visit the great Gothic Cathedral to see its magnificent high altar, the incredible baroque window and El Greco’s famous paintings. Continue on through the dry plains of Don Quixote’s La Mancha, before crossing the Sierra Nevada to reach Granada, capital of the Moorish Kingdom of Spain till the Moors’ defeat in 1492.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 4: GRANADA - SEVILLE
‘There is no pain in life so cruel as to be blind in Granada’, cries the inscription on the walls of the Alhambra. Bathed in morning light, the Alhambra Palace awaits: a fantasy of stone cut lace, arabesque gardens and fountains, built as a citadel by the Moors in the 13th century. You also visit the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royal summer residence. Relax here in the sunshine, and enjoy the fine views over the town and its three verdant hills before embarking on a scenic drive to Seville.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 5: SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING
Your guided sightseeing tour of Seville reveals the city in all its glory! Soak up the atmosphere in the fashionable Santa Cruz Quarter, with its narrow lanes and flower decked wrought iron balconies. See the fabulous Alcazar and slender Giralda Tower before entering the immense 15C Cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, there are a selection of local restaurants to choose from for your Dine-around evening.(Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around)
Day 6: SEVILLE - LISBON
A picturesque day’s drive through the Iberian landscape as you cross the Guadiana river and leave Spain, driving on to Portugal’s beautiful Algarve coast. Around lunch time, stop in one of the pleasant towns of this sun drenched region. Now head for Lisbon, historic capital of Portugal - according to the poet Camoes, “the princess of the world...before whom even the ocean bowsâ€!(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 7: LISBON SIGHTSEEING
A panoramic guided tour takes you along the spacious avenues of the Lower Town and beneath the hilltop Bairro Alto to the Terreiro do Paco, finest square in the city. Visit the Belem Quarter from where sailing ships set forth to discover unknown lands. See the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the more ancient Belem Tower, a masterpiece of Manueline style. It was erected to protect Jeronimo’s Monastery which you visit next. Take some time to admire the fabulous double tiered cloisters. Then you are at leisure. Perhaps join a tour to the beautiful town of Sintra which was the summer residence of the Kings of Portugal?(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8: LISBON - FATIMA - SALAMANCA
Drive into the green hills north of Lisbon to visit Fatima the most celebrated place of pilgrimage in Portugal. Visit the Basilica commemorating the appearance of the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917. Then cross the border back into Spain and continue to Salamanca, famous for its golden stone buildings. See the handsome arcades of the Plaza Mayor, and Puente Romano bridge across the River Tormes - 15 of its 26 arches still date from the time of the ancient Romans!(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 9: SALAMANCA - AVILA - MADRID
Cross the rock strewn hills of La Morana, towards the city of Avila, still entirely enclosed within 11th century walls, and unique in Europe. Walk awhile within the ancient city, before returning to Madrid for a sightseeing tour. Here, your local guide takes you along the Gran Via and through the Puerta del Sol. You’ll see the statue of Don Quixote in the Plaza de España, Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain and Parliament. This evening, bid farewell to your new found friends with a lively Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)
Day 10: RETURN TO USA
After breakfast, the airport shuttle service from the tour hotel arrives Madrid Airport at 07.00, 09.00 & 11.00 hours.(Buffet Breakfast)
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8/24/2012 - 9/2/2012 |
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8/31/2012 - 9/9/2012 |
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Toledo: Visit the Cathedral, to view El Greco’s famous paintings and to learn about the how four religions meet.Granada: Visit the Alhambra Palace and stroll through the exotic water gardens of the Generalife.Seville: Enjoy a walking tour of the Santa Cruz Quarter with its pretty squares, narrow lanes and flower decked balconies. Emerge by the walls of the Alcazar. Visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus in the Cathedral and climb the Giralda Tower if you wish.Algarve: Drive along this sun drenched coast.Lisbon: Visit Jeronimo’s Monastery. Tour the spacious avenues and elegant squares. Admire the modern Monument to the Discoveries & ancient Belem Tower.Fatima: Visit the great Basilica.Salamanca: See the Plaza Mayor and Puente Romano.Avila: Walk within the ancient walls of this unique town.Madrid: Your guided tour shows you the statue of Don Quixote in the Plaza de España, Royal Palace, Gran Via, Cibeles Fountain, Parliament and Puerta del Sol.
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Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
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