Multi lingual Combination Coach Tour12 Days ex MadridThursdays departures
Guaranteed Departure (min 2 pax)Meals and Sightseeing as per itinerary
Andalusia is one of the most attractive areas within the Mediterranean regions due to its mild climate, environmental nature, history and culture. It was consecutively conquered by the Phoenicians, the Greeks, the Carthaginians, and the Romans. For five centuries following this Vandals, Suevians and Arabs in succession occupied the region.
Seville, Granada, Cordoba- cities of light and music, inspiration for many poets, writers and great artists. Here are gathered the best monuments of a splendorous past; the Giralda in Seville, the Alhambra in Granada, the Mosque in Cordoba. These with many others are a delight for all visitors.
Morocco is a country of cultural, linguistic, and climatic contrasts. Its old and beautiful Imperial Cities, its artistic monuments and picturesque streets, Kasbahs, Medinas, and Souks offer a fascinating view of this country. Beyond the mountains and the walls of its towns and cities, Berbers, Arabs, Nomads and Highlanders hide out. Morocco, the country of light and colour, inspires with the magic of its oases, mountains, sky and sea.
PLEASE NOTE:
- This is a multi-lingual coach tour
- This tour might be a combination of different programs. If applies there might be a change in the tour escort and passengers between the programs.
- During the stay in Costa del Sol, tour escort service will not be available.
- Only one piece of luggage per person is allowed. Travellers have to go through customs control with their own luggage.
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Itinerary
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Accommodation
Day 1: Madrid – Cordoba – Seville (D)
This morning's meeting point is Plaza de Oriente at 8.30am. Drive along La Mancha, home of hapless Knight errant, Don Quixote. Brief stop at a typical site in Puerto Lapice. Cross the natural border of “Despeñaperros” into Andalusia, a region with preserved heritage from an illustrious past. Reach Cordoba, explore its impressive Mosque, and stroll through the narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon after a two hour ride, reach Seville.
Day 2: Seville (BD)
Highlights this morning include the exterior of the Cathedral - the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome - and Santa Cruz Quarter, which boasts the origin of the myth of “Don Juan” and Callejon del Agua, the spot where fictional gypsy Carmen danced flamenco. Also to be seen this morning: Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon at leisure to explore at your own pace.
Optional Flamenco tour. (Supplement applies)
Day 3: Seville – Ronda – Costa del Sol (BD)
This morning drive south passing typical villages. Reach Ronda. Time at leisure to admire this town of Celtic origin and the marvellous views of the valley and mountain range. In the afternoon continue on to the Costa del Sol, one of the most modern and beautiful areas.
Day 4: Costa del sol – Fez (BD)
Morning drive along the picturesque tourist route of Costa del Sol via famous resort towns like Marbella and Puerto Banus. Arrive Algeciras or Tarifa and board the ferry boat to cross the strait of Gibraltar towards Africa. Arrival to Morocco. Disembark, clear customs and continue on by bus via Larache to Fez, the most monumental of the Imperial Cities. The University of “Karaouyne” in Fez is the largest Islamic sanctuary in Morocco.
Day 5: Fez (BD)
This morning explore the most ancient and monumental of the Imperial Cities visiting the 7 Gates of the Royal Palace Jewish Quarters or Mellah Gate of Bab Bou Jelous. Continue with a walking tour of the “Medina” (Old City), declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. Afternoon at leisure to explore at your own pace.
Optional dinner with show. (Supplement applies)
Day 6: Fez – Rabat – Marrakech (BD)
Breakfast and departure towards Rabat, diplomatic and administrative capital of Morocco. Visit visiting the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohamed V and the Hassan Tower. Continue to Marrakech. Arrival in Marrakech. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Marrakech (BD)
Today’s highlights include the Koutoubia Tower twin tower of the Giralda in Seville, Saadines Tombs, and Bay Palace. In the afternoon walk around the medina souks and the magic Jemaa El Fnaa Square which is packed with fortune tellers, snake tamers, acrobats and dancers all making the centre of the city an open air theatre that invites the participation of the audience.
Optional dinner with show at “Fantasia Chez Ali”. (Supplement applies)
Day 8: Marrakech (BD)
Day at leisure to continue enjoying the city. Possibility of optional excursions. Consult with our staff at destination. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Marrakech - Casablanca (BD)
Breakfast and departure to Casablanca, cosmopolitan, industrial and economic heart of Morocco. Upon arrival, panoramic visit of the largest city in Morocco visiting the most interesting places such as the exteriors of the Great Mosque of Hassan II, Boulevard de la Corniche, United Nations Square, Habbous neighborhood, and Anfa residential neighborhood. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel.
Day 10: Casablanca – Tangier – Tarifa – Costa del Sol (BD)
Breakfast and departure to Tangier. Arrival in Tangier and transfer to the port for departure to Tarifa. Continue to your hotel in Costa del Sol.
Day 11: Costa del Sol – Granada (BD)
Morning departure towards Granada and its incredible monumental environment, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens. The sounds and sights here have inspired several authors and stories such as the “Tales of the Alhambra” by W. Irving. Afternoon at leisure.
Optional Gipsy Flamenco show at Sacromonte Square. (Supplement applies).
Day 12: Granada – Toledo – Madrid (B)
Morning drive northward towards Toledo. Located on the Tagus river, the impressive Imperial city of Toledo, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is known as the city where three cultures – Christian, Moorish, and Jewish have lived together for centuries. Characterised by Spanish art, history and spirituality, the whole town is a National Monument. Take a short guided tour of this historical old town through its narrow streets and visit a famous “Damasquinado” factory, where gold and silver are inlaid in iron. Continue to Madrid and the end of services.
TOUR INCLUSIONS:
- Accommodation as specified (or similar)
- Transportation as per itinerary in air-conditioned deluxe coach
- Professional English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Daily breakfast
- 11 dinners
TOUR EXCLUSIONS:
- International airfares
- Optional tours and excursions
- Port Taxes and fuel surcharges
- Porterage
- Tipping/Gratuities (please refer to tour notes for a recommended guideline)
- Personal Expenses
- Departure taxes
- Hotel charges for minibar or any extra charges
- Visas (unless specified)
- Any other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions above
Notes
- This is a multi-lingual coach tour
- This itinerary is made up of several separate tour components meaning you might not have the same guide vehicle or travel companions throughout your tour.
- During the stay in Costa del Sol tour escort service will not be available.
- Only one piece of luggage per person is allowed. Travellers have to go through customs control with their own luggage.
Accommodation based on the below or similar
Seville
Tourist Class: Catalonia Santa Justa
First Class: Meliá Lebreros
Costa del Sol
Tourist Class: Sol Principe / Sol Don Pablo / Don Marco
First Class: Sol Principe / Sol Don Pablo / Don Marco
Fez
Tourist Class: Menzeh Zalagh
First Class: Parc Palace / Ramada
Marrakech
Tourist Class: Atlas Asni
First Class: Atlas Medina
Casablanca
Tourist Class: Mogador Marina
First Class: Gran Mogador City Center
Granada
Tourist Class: Alixares
First Class: Melia Grenada
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