Spain with Luxury & Style (11 Days): Sample Itinerary Outline
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DAYS
1 – 3: Madrid & Toledo, SPAIN
Madrid is one of the world’s most vibrant and seductive cities.
Visit the Plaza de Oriente, the historic quarter including the
17th-century Plaza Mayor, and a wonderful Baroque square lined with
arcades and picturesque cafes. Relish an in-depth tour of the
majestic Prado Museum, recently revamped and home to one of the
world’s finest collections of European art. Spend a day exploring
Toledo’s splendid medieval heart. Marvel at the soaring gothic
cathedral, home to paintings by El Greco, Van Dyck and Goya. Wander
through the old Jewish quarter, which includes two of the few
remaining medieval synagogues in Spain.
►Some suggested Madrid hotels (in alphabetical order): Hotel AC Santo Mauro, an Autograph Collection Hotel (V) Hotel Palacio del Retiro, Madrid Hotel Ritz Madrid (V) Hotel Villa Magna (V) Intercontinental Madrid (V) Westin Palace, Madrid (V)
►Together, we will find the best choice for you!
DAYS 4 & 5: Córdoba & Granada, SPAIN
Board the train and travel to beautiful Córdoba. Your private
half-day tour of Córdoba begins at the breathtaking Mezquita, or
Grand Mosque. Granada is unrivaled for beauty and architectural
splendor. Take a private tour of the Alhambra, and later, visit the
Generalife, the jewel in the crown of the Moorish kingdom of Spain.
►Some suggested Granada hotels (in alphabetical order): Hospes Palacio de los Patos (V) Palacio de Santa Paula, Granada
►Together, we will find the best choice for you!
DAY 6: Ronda, SPAIN
Today drive through olive tree countryside to Ronda, Andalusia’s
well-known white village. Ronda boasts many cultural landmarks,
including the notable bullring, one of the oldest and most beautiful
in Spain.
►Suggested hotel: Parador of Ronda, Ronda
DAYS 7 & 8: Seville, SPAIN
Seville is the city of flamenco, bulls, Carmen and Don Juan. Stroll
through the enchanting barrios or neighborhoods, where the colors of
the south reign supreme. A highlight of your visit to Seville will
be an authentic flamenco performance.
►Some suggested Seville hotels (in alphabetical order): Hotel Alfonso XIII (V) Hotel Inglaterra Las Casas del Rey de Baeza, Seville
►Together, we will find the best choice for you!
DAYS 9 – 11: Barcelona, SPAIN
Enjoy a tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter including the Picasso
Museum and the unique and magical Cathedral of Sagrada Familia. On
Day 11 you will be taken to the airport for your flight home or on
to your next destination.
►Some suggested Barcelona hotels (in alphabetical order): Gran Hotel La Florida (V) Hotel Arts Barcelona (V) Hotel Casa Fuster, Barcelona (V) Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona (V) W Barcelona (V)
►Together, we will find the best choice for you!