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SPANISH
WONDER
9 days - 1 country
US$1595
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Code: SPWO
YOUR TRIP AT A GLANCE
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8 nights
Hotel accommodation
12 meals
8 hot buffet breakfasts
4 dinners (including Be My Guest)
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On-trip transport
All transport shown.
All transfers shown
PER PERSON TWIN SHARE
Set your watch to a fiery Flamenco beat as you dance through
the heart of Spain from Madrid to Andalusia, famed for its Sierra
Nevada, Moorish-influenced architecture and the sun-kissed
beaches of the Costa del Sol. Visit the ornate Alhambra Palace in
Granada, Valencia’s 19th century Bullring and Gaudi’s Gothic gift to
Barcelona, la Sagrada Familia.
YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES
BE MY GUEST
Enjoy a traditional Andalusian dinner and the
charming company of the Morillo family whose
olive oil you’ll learn how to produce and get to
sample after a welcome drink of sangria in their
sun-dappled courtyard
CULTURAL INSIGHT
The invincible swords of Toledo have defended
cities for centuries. Visit an inlaid steel factory
in Toledo to see local craftsmen forging the
highest-quality steel
LOCAL SPECIALIST
For included sightseeing in Toledo, Madrid,
Cordoba, Seville, Granada and Barcelona
HIDDEN TREASURE
Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure
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YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS
City tour in Toledo ▶ Madrid ▶ Cordoba
▶ Seville ▶ Barcelona
Orientation of Valencia
Complimentary transfer
Transfer available back to Madrid
MADRID 2
Peñíscola
Toledo
Córdoba
SEVILLE 2
132 Alhambra Palace, Granada
BARCELONA
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Visit the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in
Toledo ▶ Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba
▶ Cathedral in Seville ▶ the Alhambra Palace
in Granada ▶ Montjuïc hill ▶ Placa Catalunya
in Barcelona
View the Cave Homes of Guadix ▶ the Serrano
and Quart Towers and the City of Arts and
Sciences complex designed by Santiago
Calatrava in Valencia
VALENCIA 1
SPAIN
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7 Valencia ▶ Peñiscola ▶ Barcelona
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Arrive Madrid (2 Nights)
Head north along the coast through the Levant
Welcome to Madrid. Relax or explore this lively
region and stop at Peñiscola to view the ancient
city before meeting up with your fellow travellers
castle of the ‘Spanish Pope’, used in the film
and Travel Director. Enjoy an evening drive to
El Cid. Continue along the Costa Dorada to
take in some of the city’s main sights followed by
Barcelona, Spain’s most cosmopolitan city. See
a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Ayre Gran
Gaudi’s architecture at the inspiring Sagrada
Colon/Melia Castilla
Família. Walk the Ramblas and visit Plaça de
Catalunya. View the monument to Christopher
Toledo Excursion and Madrid
Columbus and enjoy panoramic views from
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Montjuïc during your guided sightseeing tour
This morning your Local Specialist takes you
of the city with a Local Specialist. Tonight
on a walking tour of Toledo. Watch craftsmen at
consider visiting a Catalan-style restaurant
work when you visit a traditional steel factory
for a delicious dinner of local specialities. (BB)
and gain a Cultural Insight into this historical
Hotel: U232/Hesperia Tower
craft. Visit the Church of Santo Tomé, home to
one of El Greco’s most famous paintings – The
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Burial of Count Orgaz. Visit the synagogue during
This morning enjoy free time in the city to
your guided walk through the narrow streets.
shop or explore or join an Optional Experience
Return to Madrid to admire the monument
to the monastery at Montserrat to see the
to Cervantes at the Plaza de España and see
mystical Black Madonna. This evening join your
Puerta del Sol, the city’s hub with your Local
companions and Travel Director for a special
Specialist. Later why not join your newfound
Farewell Dinner with wine. (BB, FD)
friends for a typical Spanish dinner. (BB)
9 Depart Barcelona
Madrid ▶ Cordoba ▶ Seville
Say ‘adios’ to Spain, your fellow travellers,
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and Travel Director at the end of a memorable
Travel southwards from Madrid, through La
holiday. Airport transfers are available.
Mancha, to Cordoba. Visit the Mosque of the
Conditions apply. (BB)
Caliphs and learn about the influence of the Moors
from your Local Specialist. Tonight you might
Please Note: Your coach returns to Madrid from
like to take an Optional Experience to watch a
Barcelona on Day 9. You are welcome to use this
fiery flamenco show. (BB) Hotel: Zenit/Hesperia
complimentary transfer. Drop-off in Madrid will
be at the Trafalgar Madrid hotel and not at the
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airport. Arrival will be at approximately 6pm,
Meet your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour
depending on traffic conditions.
of Seville. View the Bell Tower of the Giralda. See
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Visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace in
Granada with a Local Specialist. A fine example
of Moorish architecture, the Alhambra was
built during the 14th century towards the end of
Islamic rule in Spain. Walk through the exotic
water gardens of the Generalife, the royal
Summer Palace, once linked to the Alhambra
by a covered walkway across the ravine. (BB)
Hotel: Carmen/Urbandream
6 Granada ▶ Guadix ▶ Valencia
This morning travel via the Mora Pass and
arrive in Guadix in the northern foothills of the
Sierra Nevada mountains where you can take
pictures of the troglodyte dwellings. In Valencia
view the Bullring and admire the architecture
of the medieval cathedral and the Serrano and
Quart Towers. Stop to view the City of Arts and
Sciences which is a large-scale urban recreation
centre for culture and science and designed by
Santiago Calatrava. This complex is also featured
in the George Clooney movie ‘Tomorrowland’.
Dine tonight at your hotel. (BB, DW)
Hotel: Silken Puerta/Tryp Oceanic
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Single Supplement (add to price above): US$380 p.p.
Exceptions from 15-Apr to 17-Jun: US$420 p.p.
from 26-Aug to 21-Oct: US$420 p.p.
Triple Discount (deduct from price above): US$30 p.p.
4 Autumn, Winter, Spring (WPWO): Please
note, these departures are subject to change
in price, discount and hotel. Prices and
discounts will be confirmed in May 2017.
The Spanish Wonder was
perfect for us as first-time
travellers to Spain. It hit
the highlights, yet gave us
enough time in each location to
determine if we want to come
back and explore more.
Larry, from USA, 2016,
Spanish Wonder
1Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New
Year Celebrations have been arranged for
these departures. Join us in Europe to
celebrate the Festive Season.
FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO
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 Christopher Columbus’
ornate tomb in the cathedral. Finally take a walk
through the former Jewish Quarter. This evening
experience a unique Be My Guest dinner at an
olive oil mill where you learn how oil is produced
from the 6,000 trees. (BB, BG)
TRIP PLANNER
/ Special Rate Solo Rooming: These
departures include 25-100% discount on
our standard single supplement. Please see
website for pricing.
f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP
Airport transfers: On arrival at Madrid Airport
transfers will operate at 10.30am, 1pm and
3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make
their own way to the hotel. Return transfers
on the last travel day will arrive at Barcelona
Airport at 8am.
ALTERNATIVE TRIP
Cruise Connection: This trip starts or ends in a
popular cruise port, so you can combine a cruise
with a more in-depth guided holiday in Europe.
Check out our similar ‘Spanish Experience’
trip. With fewer inclusions on our CostSaver
itineraries, you decide what you want to
experience. Visit www.costsaver.trafalgar.com
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for
Travel Director and Driver, US$64 per person.
WiFi: See page 254 for details.
Book early for great savings - see pages 32-33.
Extra nights’ accommodation page 250.
* All prices are per person, twin share.
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BB Buffet Breakfast
FB Full Breakfast
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Lunch
RM Regional Meal
BG Be My Guest Dining
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up-to-date itineraries and Optional Experiences.
DW Dinner with Wine
FD Farewell Dinner
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