A Week in Spain

A WEEK IN SPAIN
8 DAYS FROM $3,790 US
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This one-week Spain vacation reveals the strong impact of Moorish as well as Jewish and Christian influences on the history of Spain. Discover the country's rich cultural heritage in Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville and Andalucía, Córdoba, and Madrid. Enjoy a private flamenco performance... a horse-drawn carriage ride to Seville's famous cathedral... a guided tour of Madrid's Museo del Prado... an included on-tour flight from Barcelona to Granada, and much more. If you have just one week for a Spain vacation, this should be it!

Day 1 - Welcome to a dream Spain vacation
This Spain vacation begins: 6:00 pm at Le Méridien Barcelona, Spain. A transfer from Barcelona Airport is included to your hotel, Le Méridien Barcelona; it is conveniently located in the heart of this exciting city. Meet the traveling companions who will experience a one-week Spain vacation with you at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner tonight.

Meals: Dinner
Lodging: Le Méridien Barcelona, Spain

Day 2 - Beguiling Barcelona
Barcelona is an exceptional city overflowing with history, art and culture. Walk along famous Las Ramblas to the Boquería and Plaça del Pi; explore the Gothic Quarter to get a good look at the 13th to 15th century architecture; see Plaça Nova, where Barcelona was born, and the city's spectacular cathedral. Drive to seaside Montjuic, site of the 1992 Olympics, and visit the fanciful, unfinished cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudí I Cornet. Explore the city on your own for the remainder of the day.

Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Le Méridien Barcelona, Spain

Day 3 - Moorish wonders in Granada
From Barcelona, this Spain vacation continues with a morning flight to Granada, in the foothills of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada. In Granada, visit the famous Alhambra - a splendid example of the Moorish influence that has shaped so much of Spain. The Royal Palace and the Generalife, the former summer palace of sultans, provides fascinating exploration. Overnight at the Hotel Alhambra Palace, just steps from the world-renowned site.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain

Day 4 - The sunny south of Spain - Ronda and Andalucía
Travel this scenic Yellow Roads to cliff-top Ronda. One of the last Moorish cities to fall to the Crusaders, Ronda provides further insights into Spain's Moorish past as you explore the city with a local guide; see the historic bullring and spectacular Tajo Gorge. After lunch it's on to Andalucía, a melting pot of different cultures sometimes referred to as the bridge between two continents. Journey into Andalucía's lovely hills and view charming villages with whitewashed houses clinging to the hillsides. Continue on to romantic Seville, where your Spain vacation continues this evening with a private performance of flamenco dancing and dinner. Spend the next two nights at the Hotel Alfonso XIII in the heart of Seville, which enjoys a reputation as one of the world's finest hotels.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville, Spain

Day 5 - Unforgettable sights of Seville
No Spain vacation would be complete without a visit to charming Seville. Get your bearings on an orientation tour of this spectacular city dating back nearly 2,000 years. A horse and carriage ride transports you to Seville Cathedral, the third largest Roman Catholic church in the world; tour the Cathedral, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus, with its famous Giralda Bell Tower. Discover Barrio Santa Cruz, and explore the maze of old streets in the former Jewish Quarter. The remainder of the day is free for you to pursue what interests you most in Seville.

Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville, Spain

Day 6 - The cultures of Córdoba and on to Madrid
A walking tour of this charming Moorish-influenced city takes you through the historic Jewish Quarter and visits the ornate 8th-century La Mezquita, once one of the world's largest mosques, and now a Roman Catholic cathedral. Board the high-speed AVE train and travel in preferente class to Madrid, where your Spain vacation continues for the next two nights in the country's marvelous capital city.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: The Westin Palace, Madrid, Spain

Day 7 - Olé magnificent Madrid
Your day in magnificent Madrid kicks off with a guided tour of the famous Museo del Prado, one of the finest art museums in the world. Later, a city sightseeing tour takes you to highlights including Palacio de Oriente, the ornate Royal Palace built in the 18th-century; grand avenues such as Gran Via and Castellana, and El Parque del Buen Retiro. Enjoy typical Castilian entertainment at our farewell cocktail reception and dinner this evening, a fitting finale to your one-week Spain vacation.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Westin Palace, Madrid, Spain

Day 8 - Journey Home
We wish you a safe and pleasant journey homeward as you bid adios to Spain. Your Spain vacation with us ends in Madrid. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Westin Palace, Madrid to Madrid's Barajas Airport; allow 2 1/2 hours for flight check-in.

Meals: Breakfast

Night 1 & 2: Le Méridien Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain

Located in the very center of Barcelona on the world-famous Las Ramblas, Le Méridien Barcelona is convenient to many of the city’s most intriguing sights. Long a favorite of celebrities, a newly redone and fully equipped fitness center and an Internet center are available for guests’ use. Le Patio restaurant evokes the atmosphere of a peaceful Catalan patio and offers Mediterranean-style cuisine.

Night 3: Hotel Alhambra Palace
Granada, Spain

Granada’s most famous hotel, the gracious Hotel Alhambra Palace enjoys a prime location adjacent to the grounds of the Alhambra itself. Built high on a hill overlooking the city in 1912, the hotel resembles a Moorish castle in its architectural design. Its public terraces offer panoramic views of the city and the mountains beyond. Great care has been taken to maintain the unique ambiance and aristocratic atmosphere of this historic hotel, inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII in 1910.

Night 4 & 5: Hotel Alfonso XIII
Seville, Spain

The elegant Hotel Alfonso XIII enjoys an enviable location in the heart of Seville near many notable attractions. Seville’s most majestic hotel, the Hotel Alfonso XIII was built in 1929 for the Expo that took place in Seville during that year. Since then, it has proudly hosted royalty, heads of state and countless celebrities with considerable grace and charm. Dining options include a fine restaurant offering Spanish cuisine with Andalucían flair and international cuisine. Both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler include the Hotel Alfonso XIII on their prestigious lists of the world’s best hotels.

Night 6 & 7: The Westin Palace, Madrid
Madrid, Spain

This lovely Belle Époque landmark lies in the most elegant part of Madrid, close to many of the city’s must-see sights including the famous Prado Museum. Commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912, The Westin Palace, Madrid has been surrounding travelers with opulent luxury for almost a century. Today, the exquisitely decorated guest rooms feature the Westin Heavenly Bed® and offer luxury amenities. Indulge in the WestinWORKOUT® in the beautiful new fitness center located on the roof overlooking the splendors of Madrid. Two delightful restaurants, the Asia Gallery and La Rotunda, named for the hotel’s famed stained glass dome, await your pleasure.

Departures:
April - June
September - October

Prices
From $3,790 US approx per person double occupancy

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