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SPAIN, PORTUGAL & MOROCCO

Tour Code - 6830

15 days Madrid to Madrid Madrid, Coimbra, Lisbon, Seville, Fez, Marrakesh, Rabat, Granada

All inclusive prices starting at: $2097

Start in Madrid, Spain's grand capital. Visit fortified Avila with its many towers, then Salamanca, a spectacular renaissance city. Enter Portugal and arrive in Coimbra, a charming hillside town overlooking the Mondego River. Visit the Batalha Monastery, the Sanctuary of Fatima, and arrive in Lisbon, the city of explorer Henry the Navigator. Spend two nights in spectacular Seville before boarding a ferry for Morocco. Then, motor to the old walled city of Fez for two nights. Visit the traditional medina on the included sightseeing tour. Next, head through the Middle Atlas mountain range to Marrakesh, known for its colourful Djemaa el Fna, a square bustling with acrobats, storytellers, dancers, singers and food stalls. See Casablanca, then Rabat, capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Recross the Strait of Gibraltar and return to mainland Spain. Drive through the Andalusian countryside to Granada for a treat: a visit to the exotic Alhambra complex, residence of Moorish Kings. Travel through the windmills and castles of the La Mancha region, then return to Madrid.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 14
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 7

Standard Features

SIGHTSEEING: Visits to Avila, Salamanca, Coimbra, Batalha, Fatima, Portuguese wine bodega, Seville, Casablanca
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS: Serra da Estrela, Andalusia, Guadalquivir Valley, Costa del Sol, La Mancha, Middle Atlas
GUIDES: Local Guides for city sightseeing in Madrid, Lisbon, Fez, Marrakesh, Rabat, Granada-Alhambra. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring
TRANSPORTATION: Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach. Ferry across the Straits of Gibraltar
HOTELS: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
MEALS: Buffet breakfasts (B); 7 dinners (D)
OPTIONALS: Choice of optional excursions available at reasonable prices to customise your own experience

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Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN.

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring lively Madrid. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers. (D)

2

MADRID.

Of the Spanish capital, situated 664 metres (2,180 feet) above sea level, the Spaniards say it's the nearest thing to heaven. You've only a day here and it's certainly worth making the most of it by joining the included guided sightseeing tour: a full panoramic drive by way of the Avenida Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Parliament Square, and a picture stop outside the Royal Palace. The optional trip to Toledo is most rewarding, too. The splendid setting of this old walled city above the Tagus was made famous in El Greco's painting, and even now it's like a great open-air museum of Spanish history and art. (B)

3

MADRID-AVILA-SALAMANCA-COIMBRA, PORTUGAL.

West for a visit to fortified Avila with its many towers. Next is Salamanca, just ten kilometres (six miles) from the spot where Wellington routed Napoleon's army in 1812. Make sure you spend some time wandering around Plaza Mayor, the grandest square in Spain. Across the frontier to Guarda, the highest town in Portugal. From here, descend to the valleys of the Serra da Estrela to Coimbra for an overnight. (B,D)

4

COIMBRA-BATALHA-FATIMA-LISBON

This morning, enjoy your orientation tour of Coimbra, celebrated for its beauty and ancient university. Later, travel southwards to Batalha with a visit to its beautifully sited monastery. Today's penultimate highlight is a visit to the Sanctuary of Fatima. A sterner and more desolate landscape accompanies you to Lisbon for your overnight in Portugal's capital. A stop en route includes a wine bodega and some wine tasting. (B)

5

LISBON.

Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century "Mistress of the Seas". On the included tour, see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and the impressive Black Horse Square. Spend the afternoon in the Alfama's tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to coastal Estoril and Cascais. (B)

6

LISBON-SEVILLE, SPAIN

From the rolling plains of the Alentejo with its woodlands of cork and eucalyptus trees, southwards all the way to the brilliant light of Andalusia. Admire its neat white-painted villages and sun-drenched plantations of olives, figs, and almonds, while travelling by way of Beja into magnificent Seville. (B)

7

SEVILLE.

At leisure in one of Spain's most colourful cities. Perhaps you'd like to spend this morning enjoying an optional sightseeing tour including the main highlights of this vibrant city. (B,D)

8

SEVILLE-FERRY TO MOROCCO-FEZ

An interesting drive today starts with views of the sherry wine region before reaching the coast for embarkation on the ferry to Morocco. Next, motor south along what was once northern Africa's infamous Barbary Coast. Join the new motorway for the drive southwards, then west, bypassing Meknes for two overnights in Fez. (B,D)

9

FEZ.

At leisure in ancient Fez, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. This morning, visit the Medina on the included sightseeing and enjoy the maze of narrow streets through the colourful bazaars and the exotic atmosphere. (B)

10

FEZ-MIDDLE ATLAS-MARRAKESH

While motoring through the Middle Atlas on your way to Marrakesh, enjoy glimpses of North African village life reminiscent of Beau Geste. (B,D)

11

MARRAKESH.

The highlight of this morning is the included city sightseeing. You'll really feel as if you've stopped the march of time. Marrakesh has always been a meeting place-first just a group of nomad tents, now a bustling city. An optional evening excursion will be a fitting choice to end the day. (B)

12

MARRAKESH-CASABLANCA-RABAT

This morning, drive northwest from the heartland of Morocco by way of Settat to reach the most western of all Moroccan cities- Casablanca. Stop here awhile. Later in the afternoon, continue by way of the motorway northwards to Rabat, Morocco's capital for city sightseeing and an overnight. (B,D)

13

RABAT-FERRY CROSSING TO SPAIN-GRANADA

Today an early departure retraces your steps northwards for the ferry across the Straits of Gibraltar to mainland Spain, and drive directly to the heart of Andalusia to reach Granada for an overnight. (B,D)

14

GRANADA-MADRID

Take advantage of the included visit with a Local Guide of the Alhambra, a summer complex built by the Moorish kings. This afternoon, drive into the very heart of La Mancha, famed for its castle and windmills. Overnight in Madrid. (B)

15

MADRID.

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
03 May 201217 May 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
06 May 201220 May 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
13 May 201227 May 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
17 May 201231 May 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
20 May 201203 Jun 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
27 May 201210 Jun 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List

Jun 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
03 Jun 201217 Jun 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
07 Jun 201221 Jun 2012Open $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
17 Jun 201201 Jul 2012Open $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
21 Jun 201205 Jul 2012Open $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
24 Jun 201208 Jul 2012On Request $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List
28 Jun 201212 Jul 2012Open $2439 NZD $3464 NZD Hotel List

Jul 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
01 Jul 201215 Jul 2012On Request $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List
08 Jul 201222 Jul 2012On Request $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List
15 Jul 201229 Jul 2012Open $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List
29 Jul 201212 Aug 2012On Request $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List

Aug 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
05 Aug 201219 Aug 2012On Request $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List
12 Aug 201226 Aug 2012Open $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List
26 Aug 201209 Sep 2012Open $2378 NZD $3403 NZD Hotel List

Sep 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
02 Sep 201216 Sep 2012On Request $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
06 Sep 201220 Sep 2012Open $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
09 Sep 201223 Sep 2012Open $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
13 Sep 201227 Sep 2012Open $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
16 Sep 201230 Sep 2012Open $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
20 Sep 201204 Oct 2012On Request $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
23 Sep 201207 Oct 2012On Request $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
27 Sep 201211 Oct 2012On Request $2451 NZD $3476 NZD Hotel List
30 Sep 201214 Oct 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List

Oct 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
04 Oct 201218 Oct 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
07 Oct 201221 Oct 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
11 Oct 201225 Oct 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
14 Oct 201228 Oct 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
18 Oct 201201 Nov 2012Open $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
21 Oct 201204 Nov 2012On Request $2427 NZD $3452 NZD Hotel List
25 Oct 201208 Nov 2012Open $2280 NZD $3305 NZD Hotel List
28 Oct 201211 Nov 2012Open $2280 NZD $3305 NZD Hotel List

Nov 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
04 Nov 201218 Nov 2012On Request $2183 NZD $3208 NZD Hotel List
11 Nov 201225 Nov 2012Open $2183 NZD $3208 NZD Hotel List
18 Nov 201202 Dec 2012Open $2183 NZD $3208 NZD Hotel List
25 Nov 201209 Dec 2012Open $2183 NZD $3208 NZD Hotel List

Dec 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
02 Dec 201216 Dec 2012Open $2097 NZD $3122 NZD Hotel List
09 Dec 201223 Dec 2012Open $2097 NZD $3122 NZD Hotel List
16 Dec 201230 Dec 2012Open $2097 NZD $3122 NZD Hotel List
21 Dec 201204 Jan 2013Open $2195 NZD $3220 NZD Hotel List

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTMadrid30 Dec 201131 Dec 2012 $ NZD $110 NZD $ NZD
PREMadrid30 Dec 201131 Dec 2012 $ NZD $110 NZD $ NZD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
OPTIONALGratuity182 NZD

SPAIN, PORTUGAL & MOROCCO

Tour Code - 6830

15 days Madrid to Madrid Madrid, Coimbra, Lisbon, Seville, Fez, Marrakesh, Rabat, Granada

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Optional Excursions

To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour. Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.

PriceDetails
40  EUR

Name: "1001 NIGHTS"
Location: MARRAKESH
Description: An illumination drive of Marrakech, a four-course dinner with delicious Moroccan specialities and wine and a spectacular oriental folklore show with music and dancing.
50  EUR

Name: A REAL PORTUGUESE EVENING
Location: LISBON
Description: Treat yourself to a tasty dinner at Cafe Luso, the most renowned Fado and folklore restaurant in Portugal, located in the former wine cellars within the arched vaults of the 17th century palace of Saint Roque. Then sit back and enjoy the after-dinner entertainment. On the way back to your hotel, enjoy unforgettable views of the illuminated city.
60  EUR

Name: DINNER & FLAMENCO SHOW
Location: SEVILLE
Description: A typical dinner to discover the Sevillian cuisine. After the meal, enjoy a flamenco show with professional artists, some of whom are national prize winners.
25  EUR

Name: DISCOVER THE BERBERS OF ATLAS
Location: MARRAKESH
Description: Your picturesque drive from Marrakech takes you through the Gorge of Oued Orika, following the River Ourika banks through mountain foothills dotted with red clay villages. Experience the Berber way of life by visiting a true Berber home giving you the opportunity to learn more of their daily life. During the excursion you will have tea and cake or home made bread.
35  EUR

Name: MADRID BY NIGHT & TAPAS
Location: MADRID
Description: An authentic Spanish food experience in a tapas restaurant situated in the centre of the capital: typical gourmet food such as "pisto manchego" (vegetables) with egg, Iberian ham & cheese, Spanish omelette and many other specialities. After dinner, an orientation drive of Madrid to admire the city with its splendid avenues, illuminated fountains and beautiful promenades.
45  EUR

Name: SINTRA & PORTUGUESE RIVIERA
Location: LISBON
Description: Drive along the scenic ocean road -- the Portuguese Riviera -- past the cosmopolitan town of Estoril. Stop in Cascais, a small but bustling fishing port and resort, for optional lunch. Then to Sintra, favourite resort area of Portuguese royalty through the centuries. Highlight is a visit to the 15th-century Royal Palace decorated with the most important collection of 16th-century tiles in Europe. Free time to shop or sightsee before returning to Lisbon.
35  EUR

Name: SPLENDOURS OF SEVILLE
Location: SEVILLE
Description: A panoramic drive through the centre of Seville to the outskirts of the city for a visit to Italica, a Roman city founded by Scipio. The Roman ruins include an amphitheatre, baths, theatre and various buildings containing mosaics. The 2,200 year old city is the birthplace of emperors such as Trajan and Hadrian. Return to the city centre and after a walk through the Santa Cruz Quarter enjoy a visit to the magnificent Cathedral, which is the third largest Christian temple in the world. (For Tour 6820 visit will be made to Casa de Pilatos, as the Cathedral is closed on Sunday mornings for mass).
45  EUR

Name: THE MAJESTIC CITY OF TOLEDO
Location: MADRID
Description: The panoramic view of the city is an awesome experience, and visiting Spain's main Cathedral is truly unforgettable. See one of El Greco's most famous paintings, the "Burial of Count Orgaz", in the church of Santo Tome. Drive through Castilian landscapes to the old capital on the Tagus River. Time for a visit to a Damascene steel workshop.
45  EUR

Name: TRADITIONAL MOROCCAN EVENING
Location: FEZ
Description: Your programme gets under way with an illuminated tour of this Imperial city. The evening continues with a typical four-course Moroccan dinner at the "Al Fassia" restaurant located in the old part of the town - an ideal setting to soak up the exotic atmosphere. The dinner includes wine and local mint tea. Arabian and Berber entertainers will complete your "Moorish" experience.
 
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