Project Description
Southern Europe Highlights Tour 9/12 Days
AULM09-AULB12
Portugal, Gibraltar, Spain
FEEL ♥ the perfect moment
We bring you to the most dynamic corner of Europe with a walk to “The end of the world”, enjoy every step of our journey in the UNESCO old cities, passing by gorgeous scenes with rich history. We also remember to stimulate every one of your taste buds during this amazing trip.
Best of the best
► FREE upgrade to 5 star hotel accommodations (2 nights)
► Stay in the one of a kind, original 16th century castle – Parador de Alcaniz
► The best preserved Arabic Palace in the world – Alhambra
► Visit the last piece of the puzzle in the great UK territory – Gibraltar
► With 7 UNESCO site under his belt, we present to you 2 of the best works of Antoni Gaudi (Park Guell & Sagrada Familia)
Try the local cuisine
Portuguese Bacalhau, Portuguese Chicken, World’s original egg tart, authentic fish & chips; Seafood Paella, original suckling pig menu, Tapas & Sangria
With all our heart
► Special arrangement for the farewell dinner: the great taste of seafood right by the romantic Mediterranean Sea
► Enjoy the taste of local red wine during our meals
► Montserrat is known in Europe for the “Black Madonna” and weird-looking naked mountain. The 11th century monastery tries to tell us the tale of this holy mountain from two centuries before Christ. The choir, the printing press forms the perfect contrast with the modern venders selling local products.
Day 1// Home City - Lisbon
Day 2// Lisbon - Obidos
Visit the simplest Capital of Europe by the name of Lisbon, everything in the city and even this country begins from here – Tejo River. It irrigated the whole country’s backbone concerning politics, economy and culture. Many iconic sites are erected on the edge of the Tejo river also: Belem tower, Discovery monument, April 25 bridge, Christ the King monument…etc.
Obidos is highly regards as one of the best looking wall city in Europe. In here many can find the “3 best souvenirs” in Portugal along with many traditional local wine and products.
Day 3// Lisbon - Fatima - Cabo da Roca - Cascais - Lisbon
One of the holiest towns in the Catholic world over Europe, Fatima, was a blessed place with multiple siting of Virgin Mary. Two churches with completely different styles simplify the final resting place for the three Shepards.
Many loves to re-vouch to their love ones till the end of times and there is no better place to do it than “The end of the world” at Cabo da Roca.
Let’s relive the glamorous moments of the aristocrats during the Second World War in Europe; “Golden Exile” happened exactly here in Cascais.
Day 4// Lisbon - Seville
In one of the biggest church in the world, we can find the resting place for one of the most famous navigator of all time. Christopher Colombo’s tomb sits on the shoulders of the 4 ancient kingdoms’ soldiers in Seville symbolizing the honour and impact of this pioneer. Plaza de Espana has all the stories to be told before and after the 1929 Expo. Optional dinner show can experience the world cultural heritage of “Flamenco Dance” and dinner.
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn or same level Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Local restaurant D:–Day 5// Seville - Gibraltar - Mijas
We can stand at the “Europa Point” overlooking the Strait with Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Mainland Spain and North Africa all meeting in the same area.
Mijas was known for its paper making industry a while back and now it’s been transformed to an exotic touristic town with lots of shopping and food options around.
Day 6// Mijas - Cordoba - Alhambra - Granada
We continue to visit the remaining 2 most important ancient cities in the Iberian Peninsula: Cordoba and Granada. Cordoba was the most prosperous city during the 10th century with the icon right at the entrance of the old town – The Great Mosque.
The last battle of the “Reconquest” between the Christians and Muslims took place under the tallest mountain in Spain. We visit “The Red” with the best preserved Arabic architecture awaiting.
Day 7// Granada - Consuegra - Toledo - Madrid
Consuegra was the background of the best-selling Spanish novel of all time – Don Quixote and also the best area with Saffron farmlands.
The old capital city of the Spanish Empire, Toledo has the most delicate cathedral and hilliest old town to offer tourists. Famous artists like Goya & El Greco have their handprints all over this town with art pieces that stunned the world.
Day 8// Madrid - Segovia - Madrid
Segovia has the best preserved Roman structure in the all over Europe – Aquaduct. It leads us from the outside of town, to the Royal Street, to the statue of Juan Bravo, to Plaza Mayor, to the last Gothic cathedral in the country and eventually to the beautiful Alcazar.
The official office of the King, Palacio Real, is located in the Capital city. Madrid has much to offer in site seeing, shopping, food and sports.
Marriott Auditorium Hotel or same level
Hotel: Marriott Auditorium Hotel or similar
Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Suckling Pig Menu Dinner: —Day 9// Madrid - Home City
After breakfast, transfer to airport for flights home.
Breakfast: Hotel12-Day Tour
Day 9// Madrid - Zaragoza - Alcaniz
Standing on the shore of the Targus River gives a stunning view of the “Holy Pillar Church” in Zaragoza. Great history, great food and great museums are the highlights of this amazing city.
Alcaniz locates in the central part of the Spain which also includes in the winery area of the Spanish red wine. We welcome our guests to the breath-taking castle hotel with every corner fill with history and stories.
Hotel: Parador de Alcaniz or similar
Breakfast: Hotel L: Tapas Dinner: HotelDay 10// Alcaniz - Montserrat - Barcelona
The weird-looking naked mountain range identifies Montserrat from miles away. We follow the windy roads to the monastery for one of the most symbolic black Madonna in Europe. The Mountain View and the fresh air from the mountain is something one will never forget.
Hotel: Melia Barcelona Sky or similar
Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Local restaurant Dinner: Local restaurantDay 11// Barcelona
The Pearl of Iberian reached its peak during the Summer Olympic game in 1992. With the best of virtually every category in this country, Barcelona has secured the top tourist destination in Europe for obvious reasons. Amazing layout of the city presents food options, great shopping experience, unreal architecture, comfortable weather and endless entertainment options. La Ramblas, Sagrada Familia, Columbo square, Plaza de Espana, Montjuic….
Hotel: Melia Barcelona Sky similar
Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Local Restaurant Dinner: —Day 12// Barcelona
After breakfast, transfer to airport for flights home.
Breakfast: Hotel
Remarks
Fare based on Double Room Occupancy
Child fare only applies to the age from 2 to 11 and share the room with two adults without extra bed
3 adults share a room without extra beds (Limited)
Full payment must be made 60 days prior departure
Tour fare has been deducted 4% from the original price and must be paid in cash. If other payment methods are used, the original price must be paid
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