DAY 1

Arrive Madrid (2 Nights)Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s capital city. Check in to your hotel then relax and unwind. Later meet with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. This evening, spend free time exploring on your own or take a walking tour of the city with the chance to savour local ‘tapas’ at a café on the Plaza Mayor. Or perhaps dine in a local restaurant offering the traditional flavours of Spain.HOTELAxor Feria

DAY 2

Madrid Sightseeing and Free TimeYour Local Specialist shows you the sights of Madrid including the Cibeles Fountain, the Gran Vía, Paseo de la Castellana and Puerta del Sol. See the monument to Cervantes in Plaza de España. Afterwards, consider an Optional Experience to the medieval UNESCO World Heritage city of Segovia.MEALSBuffet Breakfast

DAY 3

Madrid – Toledo – GranadaToday, drive to ancient Toledo and see the cathedral and the ancient synagogue with your Local Specialist. Visit a steel workshop to see some fine examples of the famous Toledo steel-craft. Travel through Andalucía to the Moorish city of Granada.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, DinnerHOTELMacia Condor

DAY 4

Granada – Costa Del SolEnjoy free time this morning to explore or join an Optional Experience to the Albaicín Quarter of Granada. Then travel towards Malaga, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and the gateway to the Costa del Sol.MEALSBuffet BreakfastHOTELSol Guadalmar/Tryp Alameda

DAY 5

Costa Del Sol – Fez (2 Nights)The day begins with a scenic coastal drive before boarding the ferry to North Africa. A different world awaits you in Morocco, from the dramatic Rif Mountains to the imperial city of Fez, the architecture, culture and scent of the land is as rich as it is diverse.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, DinnerHOTELAcross Hotels & Spa

DAY 6

Fez Sightseeing and Free TimeThis morning, your guided sightseeing tour includes views of the Royal Palace. Admire traditional Moroccan handiwork during a visit to a carpet cooperative. Experience the atmosphere of this exotic city with time to relax or use your new-found skills to haggle over beautiful Moroccan carpets – an everlasting souvenir. Tonight, consider joining an Optional Experience to a traditional Arabian dinner, complete with belly dancing.MEALSBuffet Breakfast

DAY 7

Fez – Marrakesh (2 Nights)Today, travel to the city of Marrakesh, Africa’s most popular year-round sun resort. It was once the favourite holiday spot of Sir Winston Churchill, a haven where he used to relax and paint.MEALSBuffet BreakfastHOTELAtlas Asni

DAY 8

Marrakesh Sightseeing and Free TimeThis morning, your guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist includes a visit to the ornate Bahia Palace and the vast Djemaa el-Fna Square with its palm readers and acrobats. Then there is time at leisure for bargain hunting in the many souks and bazaars or perhaps take an Optional Experience to a Berber village in the Ourika Valley.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9

Marrakesh – Casablanca – Rabat – TangierToday, continue to Casablanca, scene of Humphrey Bogart’s most magical moments. Upon arrival, your orientation includes a panoramic drive of the Corniche, plus views of the Hassan II Mosque with the world’s tallest minaret. Then continue to the capital city, Rabat, where you view the Mohammed V Mausoleum and Royal Palace. Arrive later in Tangier.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, DinnerHOTELAtlas Rif & Spa

DAY 10

Tangier – Seville (2 Nights)Board the ferry for the return journey back across the Straits of Gibraltar to the Spanish mainland. Continue your journey to the capital of Andalucía Seville for a two-night stay.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, DinnerHOTELMA Congresos

DAY 11

Seville Sightseeing and Free TimeAdmire the great monuments and sights of Seville with your Local Specialist. See the tiled fountains, pavilions and lush palms in the Maria Luisa Park, renowned for its landscape design and walk through the imposing Plaza de España. Marvel at the mighty Cathedral and La Giralda Bell Tower. This evening, why not experience the fire and passion of a Spanish flamenco show?MEALSBuffet Breakfast

DAY 12

Seville – Lisbon (2 Nights)Drive to the Portuguese border then continue past the cork trees of the Alentejo region. From here, travel to the capital of Portugal, Lisbon, a great seafaring city situated where the Tagus River flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Tonight, why not consider a traditional Portuguese dinner with entertainment?MEALSBuffet BreakfastHOTELVIP Executive Santa Iria/VIP Zurique

DAY 13

Lisbon Sightseeing and Free TimeSee the Hieronymite Monastery and the medieval quarter of the city before taking in views of the Belém Tower on an included sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist. Then time at leisure to maybe take an Optional Experience to discover Portugal’s Golden Triangle of Sintra Mountain, Cascais and Estoril Coast.MEALSBuffet Breakfast

DAY 14

Lisbon – Fátima – SalamancaA scenic drive north through the magnificent Serra d’Aire Mountains brings you to the Shrine at Fátima, site of a celebrated religious miracles. Cross the border back into Spain and arrive later in Salamanca where you view Plaza Mayor during your orientation tour.MEALSBuffet BreakfastHOTELVincci Ciudad de Salamanca

DAY 15

Salamanca – MadridYour journey continues through the Sierra de Guadarrama Mountains to Madrid, Europe’s highest capital city. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers on the final night of your holiday.MEALSBuffet Breakfast, DinnerHOTELMeliá Avenida América

DAY 16

Depart MadridThis morning it is time to bid farewell to your Travel Director and new-found friends as your memorable holiday comes to an end. Transfers are available to Madrid airport. Conditions apply.MEALSBuffet Breakfast

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Dining Highlights

  • 15 Buffet breakfasts
  • 6 Three-course dinners

First class travel Highlights

  • Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
  • Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach
  • Return ferry crossing between Spain and Morocco
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Variety of Optional Experiences
  • City orientation tours
  • An expert Travel Director and a professional driver
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
  • Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Madrid Sightseeing with your Local Specialist includes Puerta del Sol, The Cervantes Memorial and the Cibeles Fountain
  • Toledo Sightseeing with your Local Specialist includes views of the synagogue and cathedral. Visit a steel workshop
  • Granada Enjoy a scenic drive to this Moorish city
  • Fez Sightseeing includes a walking tour of the Medina and views of the Royal Palace
  • Marrakesh Visit Bahia Palace and Djemaa el-Fna Square during your sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist
  • Casablanca View the Corniche and see the Hassan II Mosque
  • Rabat View the Mausoleum and Royal Palace during your orientation
  • Seville Sightseeing with your Local Specialist includes views of the Cathedral and Giralda Tower
  • Lisbon View Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries on your sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist
  • Fatima Visit the celebrated shrine
  • Salamanca Orientation of this university city includes views of the Plaza Mayor