Grand Tour of Spain
Grand Tour of Spain
$2884
Tour Overview
Discover most splendid Spanish cities in 10-day trip in a small group tour with premium 4-star hotels. A vivid tapestry of cultures, customs, and cuisines on this enchanting journey through Spain is awaiting you. With a combination of city sightseeing tours, guided visits and free time to explore independently, leave Spain's capital to discover the history and highlights of magnificent Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, and Barcelona .In Spain’s historic capital of Madrid, discover dynamic history and culture. Travel to the Moorish city of Córdoba to encounter the religious marvel of La Mezquita. Journey to Granada and see the Royal Chapel. Enjoy guided tours of Granada’s exquisite Alhambra; Cordoba’s Great Mosque, and other top landmarks, and enjoy a city tour and free time to explore buzzing Barcelona.Important Trip Notes(*) The tour is English-only and fully escorted(*) This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Madrid, Spain (Saturday)
Location: Madrid
Meet & greet at the airport and take a private transfer to your hotel.
At 19:00/07:00PM , meet with your Tour Director at the hotel´s Reception Desk for a welcome meeting. You will also meet your journey’s fellow travelers.
Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Madrid Meals: Not Available
Day 2 : Madrid City Tour (Sunday)
Location: Madrid
After breakfast, set out for morning city discovery and enjoy one the most exciting cities in the world, Madrid. See the highlights and live the passion this city has on its DNA. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer.
Optional Excursion: Toledo:
Optionally, take an excursion to Toledo, capital of the Spanish Kingdom for centuries, and the center of many cultures.
In the early evening, join your fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 3 : Madrid - Merida – Seville
Location: Seville
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart southwards to Merida, our first destination of the day. Mérida, the capital of Extremadura, in western Spain, was founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC. There are still remains of the ancient city, such as the spectacular Roman Theater (entrance included). Enjoy some time at leisure.
Continue towards Seville, famous Andalusian capital, and the Spanish city of light.
Optional Excursion: Setas de Sevilla evening experience:
Optionally, take an evening walk to see Seville at night. Walk through the Setas de Sevilla. Like the swifts that always return to fly over our skies attracted by the magic of Seville, this is how you will feel in Setas´ Viewing Platform. The footbridges, with their 360º tour, will be your flight path so that you can experience Seville from above. The starting point of your visit, the place from which to contemplate the heart of Seville´s history and decide which direction to take.
Overnight : Seville Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 : Seville
Location: Seville
Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Today you’ll explore romantic Seville on a city tour. Visit the city’s Jewish Quarter, with its labyrinth of narrow streets dating to the time of Moorish rule. Afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city of light.
Optional Excursion: Jerez de la Frontera
Optionally, take a trip to the famous Jerez de la Frontera, the city of wine, flamenco and horses. There are few places in Spain which can lay claim to international recognition enjoyed by Jerez. Thanks to its wine, “jerez” or “sherry”, the equestrian tradition, the bulls, flamenco and motor-racing, this Andalusian town’s name has been known far and wide for many years. Take a Jerez sherry wine tasting and visit the famous equestrian school.
Overnight : Seville Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 : Seville – Cordoba - Granada
Location: Granada
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive east through the Caliphate road to the heart of ANDALUSIA observing an endless number of olive trees on the way to Cordoba, a landmark of enormous heritage from a splendorous past. You´ll visit its impressive Mosque, now a Christian Cathedral, and its narrow Arabian-style streets.
Bond for Granada, most magic city in Spain, driving through endless olive oil groves.
In the early evening, join your fellow travelers to experience the most authentic Gypsy Flamenco show in Spain, including dinner. An evening not to forget.
Overnight : Granada Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 6 : Granada
Location: Granada
After breakfast at the hotel we will visit Alhambra Palace, most special Spanish World Heritage Site. The ornately decorated domes and archways are a testament to the brilliance of Moorish craftsmen. Located on a hilltop on the west bank of the River Darro, it also offers views across the entire city.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Optional Excursion: Albaicin Moorish experience.
Optionally, walk the Albaicín, a real experience through Arabian Granada. A journey from Islam to Christianity in which we show the exciting transformation of such a mythical city. Walking through the Albaicín is to explore the history of Granada, from Islam to Christianity, you will contemplate the city from its imposing viewpoints, we will see old mosques converted into churches, old palaces, artisan workshops, we will visit one of the old Moorish houses and we will have the opportunity to try the celebrated Arab pastry having tea and a sweet in a typical Granada teashop. We will finish our tour of contrasts in the Royal Chapel, a jewel of the late Gothic, built by the Catholic Monarchs.
Overnight : Granada Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 : Granada - Ubeda - Valencia
Location: Valencia
After rbeakfast, we depart today towards Ubeda, UNESCO site and most likely, Spanish Olive Oil central. Enjoy a nice walk of this historical beautiful gem and taste their unique golden Extra Virgin Olive oil on a local taste, light lunch included.
Continue to Valencia.
Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
Day 8 : Valencia – Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll explore Valencia´s old town and the exterior of the most avant-garde complex: Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. Continue your journey in the early afternoon towards Catalunya. Reach Barcelona, main Mediterranean Spanish city and home to world famous architect Gaudí, symbol of the Catalonian modernism.
Overnight : Barcelona Meals: B
Day 9 : Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Begin your day in Barcelona with a city discovery. See the Barcelona Pavilion, a study in minimalism built for the 1929 International Exposition. Then explore the Sagrada Familia (entrance not included), a still-unfinished cathedral designed by Catalan architect Antoní Gaudí. The afternoon is free to explore the city at your own pace.
In the early evening, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 10 : Barcelona Departure
Location: Barcelona
After breakfast, transfer to the Barcelona airport for your onward flight. End of our services.
Overnight: Not Available Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Accommodation:
9-Night First Class/4**** Hotels
- 2 nights in Madrid BARCELO TORRE MADRID, 5-stars or similar
- 2 nights in Sevilla at NH COLLECTION, 4-stars plus or similar
- 2 night in Granada at OCCIDENTAL GRANADA, 4-stars or similar
- 1 night in Valencia at AC VALENCIA, 4-stars or similar
- 2 nights in Barcelona at CATALONIA BARCELONA PLAZA, 4 -stars plus or similar
Guided visits in Madrid, Cordoba (Mosque entrance included), Merida (Roman Theatre entrance included) Seville, Granada (Alhambra entrance included), Ubeda (with Olive oil tasting and light lunch), Valencia & Barcelona / English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
Meals: 9 Breakfasts - 1 lunch - 3 dinners
Transport: All transport and transfers per itinerary.
Others Included: Entrance fees to the museums and national parks mentioned in the program, Flamenco experience, Olive oil tasting, City taxes
Insurance: Basic health & travel insurance is included.
What's Not Included
- Before / After flights
- Personal expenses, drinks, meals other than mentioned
- Optional tips and gratuities
Please Note
This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.