Wonders of Spain

Tour #10

November 13-22, 2009

Spain is one of the most exciting countries in Europe as it is described as awesome, inspiring and breathtaking. While traveling through the major parts of Spain, you'll see some of its beautiful countryside including countless castles and blue skies which is what makes Spain a popular country to visit. Besides sightseeing, breakfast is included daily plus four dinners making this a great tour at a bargain rate.

Nov. 13 Everyone will fly overnight from their hometown city to Madrid, Spain. Enjoy dinner and a movie as you cross the Atlantic Ocean.

Nov.14 Arrive Madrid and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day free to begin exploring this city with over 2,000 years of history. Tonight, enjoy a welcome drink with your tour director and meet all the friends on this tour.

Nov. 15 After breakfast, you will see the highlights of Madrid with its beautiful fountains, including the Royal Palace and the magnificent Plaza Mayor Square. (Awake 6/22/03, p. 23) Later, you will visit the ancient city of Toledo situated high on a hillside, that's also the home of the famous painter El Greco. (Awake 6/07, p.16)

Nov. 16 Board a deluxe motorcoach to Cordoba, home of Don Quixote where you will learn of the Moorish history. Next, continue to Seville, your home for the next two nights. This evening, dinner is included at your hotel.

Nov. 17 Today you'll tour the romantic city of Seville. See the Moorish architecture and learn how the city was conquered in 205 B.C. by the Romans. Seville is a gorgeous city with flower-decked wrought iron balconies. Afternoon free to relax and shop for ceramics. (Awake 7/22/03, p.14) Tonight you may want to see one of the best Spanish Flamenco shows in Spain.

Nov. 18 Enjoy a scenic drive to Granada where you will tour one of the most remarkable fortresses ever built, the Alhambra. Explore this exquisite palace built by the Moors as a royal summer residence in the 13th century. It was made of cut stone and is surrounded by exotic water gardens and fountains. Tonight, a dinner of local specialties is included in this hilltop town.

Nov. 19 Today you'll cross the Mora pass through the superb scenery of the Sierra Nevada with its magnificent mountain views. Arrive Valencia where you will see the bull ring and other highlights of the city that's also renowned for its orange and almond groves. Dinner is again included at the hotel.

Nov. 20 Travel along the Mediterranean Coast to Peniscola and to see the white-walled cottages and the castle used in movies. Continue to Barcelona, where you will tour the highlights of the city including a walk through the Gothic quarter and its open-air markets. (Awake 7/8/03, p. 14)

Nov. 21 The entire day is free to explore this fascinating city and its famous museums. Tonight, you'll enjoy a special "Farewell Dinner" with wine.

Nov. 22 Transfer to the Barcelona airport for your return flight home.