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Elegance of Southern Spain from $1449


8 Days (1 nts. Costa del Sol, 2 nts. Seville, 1 nt. Granada & 2 nts. Costa del Sol)

Embark on relaxed Escorted Central Holidays Tour featuring the cultural riches of Southern Spain. This worry-free motorcoach tour offers a full array of value added inclusions and bonus sightseeing. Travel through Southern Spain in the company of an expert tour guide as you travel through Seville, Cordoba and Granada before ending your journey by relaxing along the shores of Spain’s Costa del Sol. This complete tour includes hotel, sightseeing, many meals, and other vacation components offering a terrific value for money and effectively stretching your travel dollars.

Special Inclusions:  

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Tour Features
Optional contracted transatlantic air transportation available from all US gateways 6-night First Class Hotel Accommodations
11 included meals, consisting of - 7 Buffet breakfasts - 2 Dinners at hotel - 2 Dinners at local restaurants PLUS Flamenco Show in Seville Touring by private air conditioned motorcoach
English-speaking tour director Sightseeing as indicated, including English speaking local guide and all entrance fees
All transfers and baggage handling (not included airport transfers at arrival and departure city, which are available on request) Travel bag, one per person
Document holder and luggage tags Hotel taxes and service charges

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Itinerary


Day 1 Sun Depart USA
Evening departure. Meals and refreshments served on board.

Day 2 Mon Costa del Sol
Arrive at Malaga Airport where you will be met and taken to your hotel. You'll have the day at leisure. In the evening, meet your host and traveling companions and enjoy a welcome dinner at a lively restaurant in the Costa del Sol. (D)

Day 3 Tue Costa del Sol/Ronda/Seville
After breakfast, depart your hotel in the company of a tour professional and head towards the quaint Mediterranean city of Ronda where highlights include a visit to Santa Maria Church, the 17th century bridge overlooking Ronda's Tajo gorge and the Baroque style bullring considered the oldest in Spain. Continue your day in the romantic city of Seville in time for lunch at leisure. In the afternoon highlights include a visit to the Cathedral, considered the world's largest Gothic edifice. Afterwards, stop for some photos of La Giralda tower before strolling through the narrow lanes of Seville's delightful Santa Cruz district, a former Jewish Quarter. After a full day, dinner is included at your hotel in Seville. (B,D)

Day 4 Wed Seville/Cordoba/Seville
After a short drive, your tour begins in the captivating city of Cordoba where you will enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Historic Center. Visit the Aljama 8th Century Mosque combining Islamic, Baroque and Gothic design and internationally recognized as an architectural treasure. Afterwards, continue with a stroll along the former Jewish quarter before returning to Seville. In the evening, enjoy an included dinner and Flamenco Show at a local Tablao of Seville. (B,D)

Day 5 Thu Seville/Granada
After breakfast depart Seville and continue your tour with a step back into the rich history of Granada as you visit its main attraction, the fabulous Alhambra Palace, widely regarded as being one of the 10 architectural wonders of the world. Both graceful and mighty, this citadel is laced in stone and is surrounded by gardens and fountains. Your tour includes ample time to walk through the beautiful grounds of Generalife and view the palace of Charles V. For your convenience and relaxation, dinner is included at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 6 Fri Granada/Costa del Sol
This morning, depart Seville aboard your motorcoach bus and head to the shores of the Mediterranean. Stroll along the beaches, try one of the many restaurants, or simply relax and take in your surroundings. Your afternoon is free for you to enjoy at your own pace. (B)

Day 7 Sat Costa del Sol
Today is at leisure so you can enjoy the popular, picturesque seaside promenade lined with restaurants and quaint shops as you head towards the area of La Carihuela for some fresh seafood at a local restaurant or take advantage of an excursion to the nearby picturesque whitewashed village of Mijas or the exotic city of Tangier in Morocco. (B)

Day 8 Sun Costa del Sol to USA (or extend your stay)
Morning transfer to Malaga Airport for your return flight home. Meals and refreshments served aloft. (B)

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Rates


2011 Scheduled Departures

Guaranteed Departures on All Dates:

Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations.  For an accurate rate, please call our Reservations Department at 1-800-935-5000.

Once we have received the deposit on your booking, the land price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.

 
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Associated Hotels


 
Hotel Class
City
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Torremolinos
Cervantes Hotel
 
Granada
Carmen
 
Seville
Fernando III
 
Hotel Becquer
 
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Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.

Plus applicable airport taxes and fees.

Single Supplement: $364.00
Triple reduction $ 50.00

Price is per person based on double occupancy and may vary according to hotel and airfare seasonality, weekend surcharges, holidays and local events. Rates for Single/Triple/Children and additional nights in Torremolinos are available. A SELECTION OF OTHER HOTELS IS AVAILABLE. Airfare is from New York based on current estimates and is subject to change. Actual airfares from all gateways will be advised at the time of deposit. Other departure city airfares are available.
Some airfares may require instant purchase.

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Sightseeing Tours


Half-day Alhambra & Generalife Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Granada
Alhambra and Generalife
Departure time: 9:30am
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 3 hours

Highlights: Visit the Palace Fortress Alcazaba and the Alhambra, including the Patio de los Arrayanes, Patio de los Leones and Ambassador Hall. Tour continues with visit to the adjacent Generalife gardens.

Half-day Historical Tour Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Granada
Historical Tour
Departure time: 4:00pm
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 3 hours

Highlights: Visit the Royal Chapel, the Cathedral, Royal Hospital, and the Carthusian Monastery. Continue to the Moorish quarter of the Albaicyn for views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada. Also included is the Sacromonte, a typical gypsy quarter, for a visit to the typical caves and a light refreshment.

One Day Hop On-Hop Off Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Granada
Hop On-Hop Off. One Day City Tour
Schedule: Daily
Duration: One day

Highlights: Hop on hop off as you please, and see Granada on your own time and at your own pace. Stops at major attractions.
N.B.: Passes must be kept all along the period of validity and need to be showed each time busses are boarded.

Half-day Classic City Tour Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Classic City Tour
Departure time: 9:00am
Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only
Duration: Approx. 3 hours

Highlights: Plaza de Espana, the Cathedral, Orange Tree Courtyard, remains of the former Mosque, Santa Cruz Quarter, Giralda Tower, and the Alcazar (oldest Royal residence of the Spanish Kings).

Full-day Cordoba Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Cordoba
Departure time: 8:30am
Schedule: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only
Duration: Approx. 7 hours

Highlights: Roman bridge, Angel Gate, the Alcazar of Christian Kings, the Mosque (converted to a Cathedral), Jewish Quarter, Synagogue.

Full-day Granada Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Granada
Departure time: 7:00am
Schedule: Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only
Duration: Approx. 7 hours

Highlights: Tour the Alhambra, the Royal Palace, the Alcazaba and the surrounding group of small palaces, gardens, patios, and towers. Also included is a panoramic visit to the Albaicyn Quarter of Granada, before returning to Seville.

One Day Hop On-Hop Off Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Hop On-Hop Off. One Day City Tour
Schedule: Daily
Duration: One day

Highlights: Hop on hop off as you please, and see Seville on your own time and at your own pace. Stops at major attractions.
N.B.: Passes must be kept all along the period of validity and need to be showed each time busses are boarded.

Full-day Jerez & Cadiz Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Jerez & Cadiz
Departure time: 9:00am
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays only
Duration: Approx. 7 hours

Highlights: Visit the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, a wine cellar in Jerez (learn about Sherry wine production), then continue to Puerto Santa Maria before heading towards Cadiz for a panoramic tour.

Noche Sevillana with Tapas dinner Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Seville
Noche Sevillana with Tapas dinner
Departure time: 8:00pm
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 4 hours

Highlights: Panoramic tour through the fishing district of Triana, followed by a local "Tablao" for tapas dinner, which usually includes four typical dishes, a drink and a flamenco show.