South Spain
Marvel at the Royal Palaces of Alhambra. See the Barbary Apes of Gibraltar. Visit the historic highlights of Seville, Madrid and Barcelona.
Travel Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival - Malaga to Granada
Pickup from APT. in Malaga and transfer to Granada. Arrival in Granada. Transfer Hotel – Restaurant Paco Martin. Transfer Restaurant – Hotel. Free time.
DAY 2
Granada
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the bus up to Alhambra to go into the Royal Palaces (meet the guides at the parking of
Alhambra) . You will do the whole visit around 2 hours in Alhambra, after the visit you will take the
bus to do the panoramic tour of around 1 hour more. Lunch at Restaurant Paco Martin. Transfer to Hotel and free time.
DAY 3
Granada to Ronda
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure in Granada. Transfer from Granada – Ronda.
DAY 4
Ronda
Breakfast at the hotel. Ronda HD walking tour with guide. Settled by the Phoenecians around the 7th century BC, later
conquered by the Muslims and finally settling under Spanish rule, Ronda has had a long and varied
history marked by war, trade, and geographic wonder. On arrival we delve into the colourful history of
the city while visiting historical highlights such as the San Juan Bosco House (ticket included) and the
Wine Museum of Ronda. Stroll along the blissful banks of the river and cross the emblematic New
Bridge during your enriching exploration; capture photographs at the iconic Plaza del Toros (ticket
included) bullring and wander amid the botanical beauty of the Alameda del Tajo gardens. In addition
to that, you will have the oportunity to visit de Museum of the Pig, where you will learn all about
that magnificent animals and how the Spanish Ham is elaborated while having a tasting of Jamón
Serrano and a local wine (ticket included) where you will leave the local guide. Afternoon at leisure.
DAY 5
Gibraltar
Breakfast at the hotel. We take the bus to go to Gibraltar (around 2 hours.) – Remember necessary passport/visa
documents for British territory! We will leave our bus in Spanish territory, cross the border and passport control by foot and take local
minibuses to do the visit of Gibraltar. Enjoy a tour by minibus visiting the most important spots on the
rock, including the entrance to St. Michael’s Cave. During the tour we will be able to observe the
famous monkeys, the Barbary Apes, all this accompanied by a local guide. There will be free time for
duty free shopping.
After the tour we will retake our bus (on Spanish territory) to Jerez de la Frontera where we will have
the opportunity to visit the cellar Tio Pepe, worldwide well known for their quality wines and sherries,
and have a little tasting inside after the visit.
After the tasting we will head to the Hotel.
DAY 6
Gibraltar to Seville
Transfer to The Royal School Of Equestrian Art
This morning we will visit the Royal School of Equestrian Art.
The entrance into the premises is through the Visitor Reception Centre, where you will find a digital
cinema where you will see a spectacular audio-visual presentation of the history of equestrian art in
Andalusia.
This area leads into the gardens, which may be considered Botanical Gardens for their great variety of
exotic plants and the age of some specimens. Our attention is drawn immediately to the great
fountain which adorns the centre of the gardens and whose water jets invite the visitor to enter
farther into the Royal School Foundation.
Just opposite the fountain, the Palace rises majestically above the gardens. It is a beautiful example
of 19th century architecture designed by Charles Garnier. The Palace contains a rich cultural offer:
• On the ground floor you can admire the state rooms, decorated as they were originally conceived.
• In the basement you will find the Museum of Equestrian Art, which consists of 11 rooms where
you can discover the origins and history of equestrian art and the horse in Andalusia.
Afterwards, the visitor may admire the place where the harnesses are made and repaired. This
laborious work is carried out in the Saddlery by the master harness maker and his apprentices.
If you continue walking and enjoying the training in the outdoor exercise rings, you will find the
‘Picadero’, the indoor arena, a building designed in authentic Andalusian style which combines the
deep yellow tones of albero sand with the brilliant white of the Andalusian houses. With a capacity for
1,600 people, this is the ideal place to watch the daily training of our horses and riders.
Then you will reach the stables, an octagonal complex made up of five stables, where you will see our
most emblematic horses. Just in the centre of the stables is the tack room, where all the harnesses
used for the daily training and for the shows are kept.
The Carriage Museum marks the end of your journey and offers the possibility of admiring vehicles,
horses, harnesses and equestrian costumes all together. After the visit, we will head to Sevilla, the capital of Andalucia Region and one of the most beautiful
cities in Spain.
DAY 7
Seville
This morning you will enjoy a panoramic and walking tour of that amazing city accompanied with our
official licensed guide. Visit three of the city’s most popular attractions in order to delve into the
historical heart of Seville; admire the impossibly intricate architecture of the Cathedral of Santa Maria;
ascend to the dizzying heights of the Giralda Bell Tower to enjoy spectacular views of the city; and
explore the opulent chambers and gorgeous gardens of the Royal Alcazar Palace (ticket included) on a
guided tour. Entrance fees are included in the price of the tour. After the tour you will be transfered to
your hotel.
Afternoon at leisure.
Transfer Hotel – Flamenco Palace
Evening Flamenco with tapas dinner at Palacio Andaluz. Transfer back to the hotel.
DAY 8
Seville to Cordoba
Seville morning at leisure
Departure to Cordoba
Arrival at the hotel
Leisure time in Cordoba.
DAY 9
Cordoba
Cordoba touring with our official licensed guide in English including the unique Mezquita de Cordoba.
Meet the guide at the reception of the hotel. Follow your knowledgeable guide through the ambient tangle of whitewashed courtyards, cobbled lanes and alluring landmarks and see UNESCO World
Heritage-listed wonders like the Mezquita (ticket included) and the Alcazar. Visit Spain’s oldest
synagogue and amble along the medieval streets of the Jewish quarter while gaining fascinating
insight into the intriguing history of the city home to the second-largest old town in Europe. Evening
at leisure.
Afternoon at leisure.
DAY 10
Cordoba to Toledo
Breakfast at the hotel
We depart to Toledo, one of the most beautiful cities in central Spain.
Today you will explore the city of Toledo with your local guide. Immerse yourself in the medieval
majesty of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Spanish city. With a knowledgeable guide, witness
the arresting beauty of ancient landmarks like the Church of St Tomé , Cathedral , Santa Maria La
Blanca , Transito and the sacred Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes. Absorb the serpentine charm of
the Jewish Quarter; enjoy a panoramic coach tour of Toledo’s outskirts; and marvel at the old Palace
of Justice as you gain valuable insight into Toledo’s rich history from your guide.
DAY 11
Toledo to Madrid
Transfer to Hotel in Madrid
Day at leisure.
DAY 12
Madrid
Madrid touring – Full day with guide in English. Enhance your experience of Spain’s captivating capital
on a full-day tour of Madrid’s cultural and historical highlights. With a knowledgeable guide, marvel at
the opulent grandeur of the Royal Palace (ticket included) of Madrid (Palacio Real); stroll amid the
grand beauty of Plaza Mayor; and immerse yourself in local life during a visit to Gran Via, Madrid’s most famous neighbourhood. Learn about the rich historical heritage of the city from your expert
guide and receive personalised attention on this private tour.
DAY 13
Madrid to Barcelona
Transfer Hotel – Train station in Madrid
Speed train MAD – BCN
Panoramic tour with official guide in English and transfer to the hotel
Arrival at the hotel.
DAY 14
Barcelona
Free morning
Barcelona half day walking touring with professional official guide in. Take the tram along the way
seeing areas like university campus, royal palace, etc… Then start the walking tour from the top of
Passeig de Gracia, finishing at the Restaurant.
Tapas lunch at Restaurant Nuria
Transfer from Plaza Catalunya (in front of Hard Rock Café) – Hotel
Overnight in hotel Abba Garden.
DAY 15
Barcelona Departure
Transfer Hotel– Airport Barcelona.
What´s included
- Private tour
- 14 nights accommodation in hotels
- English-speaking guide
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
- Meals as indicated
- Speed train ticket MAD – BCN
- Entrance fees where stated
Excluded
- Any Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratitudes
- Any other meals than mentioned
- Flights
- Touristic tax in Catalunya
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