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Palace Tours
12000 Biscayne Blvd. #107
Miami FL 33181 USA
800-724-5120 / 786-408-0610
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Highlights of Spain
Embrace yourself in the culture and history of Spain's monumental cities. Visit the beautiful Barcelona, Madrid and
Seville, Granada, Valencia, Cordoba and Zaragoza on this unforgettable 7-day journey. Your first stop is Cordoba
where you visit the Mosque and the Jewish Museum. Later enjoy visiting Santa Cruz Quarter, María Luisa Gardens in
Seville and La Alhambra and Generalife Gardens in Granada. Spend a day exploring Valencia and visit the Park of
Montjuic, Olympic Ring, and the old Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.
Highlights:
Mosque of Cordoba
230-foot tall bell tower in Seville
Alhambra and Generalife Gardens
Arts and Sciences Architectural Complex in Valencia
Panoramic tour of Barcelona
Temple of Our Lady Pilar
Itinerary
Day 1 - Spend the day exploring Cordoba and Seville
Departure from bus terminal, located in the underground parking of the Plaza de Orienteat 08:30 a.m. Drive along La
Mancha, Don Quixote’s land. Brief stop at typical site in Puerto Lapice. Cross through the natural border of
“Despeñaperros” and get into Andalusia, a region for itself that shows and enormous heritage from a splendorous
past. Reach Cordoba. Impressive tour of its Mosque and other sites that will ease our mind and spirit strolling
through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, after a short two hours ride reach Seville.
Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Day 2 - Explore beautiful Seville and optional Flamenco Show
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning panoramic city tour visiting: the exterior of the Cathedral (the second largest in the
Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome), Santa Cruz quarter (a natural scenario of “Carmen” as well as a precisely
where the myth of “Don Juan” developed), Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon at leisure for you to
discover exclusive views, specific flavours of this active full of light city. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Optional Flamenco Tour.
Day 3 - Visit the Sights of Granada with an optional Gipsy Flamenco show
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 Granada and its incredible and amazing monumental environment, last stronghold of the
Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens that have inspired
several authors with its sound and sights, such as the “Tales of the Alhambra” by W. Irving. Dinner and
accommodation at the hotel. Optional Gipsy Flamenco show at Sacromonte quarter.
Day 4 - Welcome to Valencia
After breakfast at the hotel start driving looking for the Mediterranean coast. Via Murcia, capital of the fertile garden
of the Segura river, continue north via Alicante, the second largest city within the region of Valencia. Reach Valencia
one of the main capitals of the Mediterranean coast with its modern Arts and Sciences Architectural Complex
integrated by six elements: Hemispheric, Umbracle, Science Museum, Oceanographic, Palau de les Arts and Ágora.
Valencia is also the home of the internationally well renowned and delicious “Paella”, Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 5 - Discover Valencia and Barcelona
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of this bright city including a drive through the old city showing the most
prominent buildings, we will then be driven past the old riverbed of the Turia to the most avant-garde complex
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“Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias” to watch the emblematic exteriors of the six buildings. Early afternoon departure
northward all along the Mediterranean coast to Catalunya, via Tarragona, the Roman Tarraco. Reach Barcelona
principal Mediterranean city homeland of the famous architect Gaudí symbol of the Catalonian modernism.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 6 - Spectacular sights of Barcelona
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of Barcelona well known world wide for the Olympic Games during 1992,
drive along the main avenues with impressive modernist buildings by Gaudí such as La Pedrera, Casa Milá, etc. -
declared World Heritage buildings. - The Montjuïc Park with spectacular views of the city and harbour, Olympic Ring,
monument to Columbus and the Olympic Port. Afternoon is for you to keep on discovering this city full attractive
offers as well as exquisite and varied gastronomy. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 7 - Barcelona-Zaragoza-Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel departure southwest along an industrial and agricultural area with certain relevance within
Europe. Arrive to Zaragoza, capital city of Aragón, within the banks of Ebro river the most copious within the Iberian
Peninsula. Zaragoza, known as Cesar Augusta during the Roman period had an important role in Spanish history.
Some free time to see the impressive Baroque architecture of the Basilic-Temple of Our Lady Pilar. Continue to
Madrid where your tour ends.
Destination Information
Barcelona
Barcelona is the capital and of the Autonomous Community of Catalonia and the second
largest city in Spain. Founded as a Roman city, Barcelona today is an important cultural
center and a major tourist destination with a rich cultural heritage. Particularly renowned
architectural works include the iconic Barcelona Pavilion designed by Mies van der Rohe;
the immense but still unfinished church of the Sagrada Família by Antoni Gaudí; and the
work of Lluís Domènech i Montaner. The Barri Gòtic ("Gothic Quarter") is the center of
the old city of Barcelona where many of the buildings date from medieval times, some from as far back
as the Roman settlement of Barcelona. Barcelona is home to 68 municipal parks, with the 45 urban
parks alone covering 10% of the city.
Cordoba
Córdoba (also Cordova) is a city in Andalusia, southern Spain, and the capital of the
province of Córdoba. A Iberian and Roman city in ancient times, in the Middle Ages it
was a capital of a Islamic caliphate and one of the largest cities in the world. Today a
moderately-sized modern city, the old town contains many impressive architectural
reminders of when Córdoba governed almost all of the Iberian Peninsula. One such
masterpiece is the Great Mosque of Córdoba, which contains columns that date back to the Roman and
Visigothic periods, primarily constructed during the Umayyad period (its construction started in 784). It
was converted into a Cathedral after the Reconquista. Tourism is especially intense in Córdoba during
May because of the weather and as this month hosts three very popular festivals.
Granada
Granada is a city and the capital of the province of Granada, in the autonomous
community of Andalusia, Spain. The city of Granada is located at the foot of the Sierra
Nevada Mountains, yet only one hour from the Mediterranean coast, the Costa Tropical.
The Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, is in Granada. It is one of the most famous
items of the Islamic historical legacy that makes Granada a hot spot among cultural and
tourist cities in Spain. Granada is also well-known within Spain due to the prestigious University of
Granada and, nowadays, vibrant night-life.
Madrid
Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 2/8Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. The culture of Madrid was dominated by
its religious and royal history, evident by enormous, monolithic cathedrals and churches,
although nowadays Madrid is just as much a cosmopolitan city as Berlin or London, full
of new architecture, life style and nightlife. Madrid is best known for its great cultural
and artistic heritage, and is considered one of the top European destinations concerning art museums.
Best known is the "Golden Triangle of Art," located along the Paseo del Prado and comprising three
museums, the Prado Museum, the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum, and the Reina Sofia Museum, which is
home to Pablo Picasso's Guernica.
Seville
Seville is the artistic, cultural, and financial capital of southern Spain, and capital of
Andalusia. The Cathedral of Seville is now arguably the largest church in the world when
compared using the measurement of volume, and is also the final resting place of the
remains of Christopher Columbus. La Giralda is a large and beautiful minaret tower,
originally intended for the chief mosque, but now is the magnificent bell tower of the Cathedral and
prominent symbol of Seville. The Real Alcázar is a beautiful palace, built in Mudéjar (Moorish) style in the
14th century. With its myriad of rooms, extravagant architecture, lavish gardens with many courtyards,
ponds and secrets to be explored, it is a fascinating place to visit.
Valencia
Thanks to its location, Valencia has been the Spanish gateway to the Mediterranean,
with the special charm that many seaport cities have. The crystal waters, fine sand,
vastness of the open sea, and proximity of the coastal mountain range lend the
Valencian coast a unique appeal. As the third largest city in Spain, Valencia contains a
dense monumental heritage including the Llotja de la Seda, but its main landmark is undoubtedly the
City of Arts and Sciences, an avant-garde and futuristic museum complex. Its main festival, the Falles,
is of world renown, while the traditional dish, paella, originated around Valencia.
Zaragoza
Zaragoza, the capital of the Region of Aragon, is located on the banks of the Ebro River,
halfway between Madrid and Barcelona. You will find a stunning legacy of monuments in the
city streets, vestiges of the Roman, Moorish, Jewish and Christian communities who left
their mark over the past two millennia. Major sights include Roman ruins such as the
Circus; Aljafería Palace; Mudejar-style churches with the UNESCO World Heritage
designation; Baroque gems like the Pilar Basilica; the work of brilliant artist Fancisco de
Goya; and also the more recent Expo 2008 site. If you like art, then Zaragoza is the perfect destination
for you.
Price Chart
All Rates in US$ per person including ALL taxes and surcharges
Group Tour Rates
Class Dates Single Rate Double Rate Triple Rate
Deluxe
For departures May 17,2021 through
Deluxe US$ 1,561 US$ 1,147 N/A
June 28,2021
For departures July 5,2021 through
Deluxe US$ 1,622 US$ 1,208 N/A
October 25,2021
For departures November 15,2021
Deluxe US$ 1,561 US$ 1,147 N/A
through March 28,2022
Luxury
Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 3/8For departures May 17,2021 through
Luxury US$ 1,769 US$ 1,214 N/A
June 28,2021
For departures July 5,2021 through
Luxury US$ 1,842 US$ 1,287 N/A
October 25,2021
For departures November 15,2021
Luxury US$ 1,769 US$ 1,214 N/A
through March 28,2022
Departures
May 2021 17,24,31 Jun 2021 7,14,21,28 Jul 2021 5,12,19,26
Aug 2021 2,9,16,23,30 Sep 2021 6,13,20,27 Oct 2021 4,11,18,25
Nov 2021 15,22 Dec 2021 20,27 Jan 2022 17
Feb 2022 21 Mar 2022 7,14,21,28
Your tour cost includes the following:
06 nights accommodation at moderate hotels as per itinerary
Transportation via air conditioned deluxe bus as per itinerary
Meals as specified in the itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner)
Guided sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary
Your tour cost excludes the following:
International and domestic airfare
Travel insurance and visa fees
Any additional hotel accommodation or airport transfers before/after the tour
Beverages, gratuities, telephone bills, or other items of a personal nature
Any item not specifically mentioned as "included"
Accommodation
Hotel Los Angeles , Granada (4 ****)
Cuesta Escoriaza, 17 19008 Granada
Our rooms are strategically located in an exceptional area, between the historic center, the commercial
district of the city, and the Alhambra, while still providing exceptional quiet and tranquility. Here at Los
Angeles Hotel and Spa, we have definitely made things so that you can have a pleasant and
unforgettable stay.
Facilities
• Room Service • Restaurant • Café
• Disco • Pools • Spa • Gym
Room Facilities:
• Room service • Satellite television
• Complete baths • Some of our suites include Jacuzzis
• Internet • Air conditioning • Room Service
• Direct Line Telephone • Minibar • Access to a safe.
Melia Granada , Granada (4****)
Calle Ángel Ganivet, 7, 18009 Granada, Spain
Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 4/8In the heart of the city of Granada and very close to the Cathedral, Calle Navas, Alcaiceria, the Puerta Real, Calle Elvira, Plaza Nueva, Realejo, Paseo de los Tristes, Science Park and the Palacio de Congresos, is the Hotel Meliá Granada. Its strategic location in the center of the city, its personalized service and excellent facilities make it the ideal choice for your trip to Granada. Near the Hotel you can visit exclusive shops, boutiques and trendy places in Granada. In addition, you'll find one of the main leisure and entertainment in the city with its wide range of tapas bars and restaurants. Meliá Granada is not just a few minutes walk from the main nightlife cutting edge of fashion and main shopping streets of the city as Catholic Monarchs Collected or Inns. Facilities • Reception 24 hours • Room service • Wireless Internet (WiFi) in public areas of the hotel and guest rooms cable • Business Center with 2 computers (*) • Photocopying and printing service at reception (*) • Service sending and receiving packets (*) • Medical services (on request) (*) • Ironing and Laundry service (*) • Ganivet public parking 20 meters from the Meliá Granada (next to the hotel building). Cost per day: 20 euros • Airport Shuttle (*) • Secretarial services / international translation (on request) (*) • Car rental service (*) • Exchanging currency (*) • Babysitting (on request) (*) • Service Guided visits to the Alhambra, the District of Sacromonte and the other attractions in the city Catalonia Santa Justa , Seville (4 ****) José Laguillo, 8 41003 Sevilla Renovated in 2011, this hotel is located in Seville's Santa Justa. It is well connected, very close to the city railway station and 15 minutes from the historic city center. It is a prime area for sightseeing and to stay during a business trip. Facilities • Air Conditioning and Heating • Car Rental Car and Motorbike Rental • Currency Exchange • Free internet connection Wi - Fi internet access • Public Parking • Outdoor Pool • External Service Restaurant • Pet residence (on request) • Kids club Babysitting (on request) • Laundry and Dry Cleaning Hotel Meliá Lebreros , Seville (4-Star) Calle Luis de Morales, 2a, 41018 Seville, Spain Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 5/8
The hotel provides a total of 437 rooms, 165 of which are standard rooms with king size bed, 15 with a special sports bed, 5 especially adapted for the disabled, 6 junior suites and 36 rooms on the Royal Service floor with an exclusive check-in / check-out area, and Premium and Premium Superior rooms. Meliá Lebreros has 16 event rooms with a capacity for up to 500 people, all of them fully equipped with the latest audiovisual technology, making our hotel a perfect choice for all of your business events. Facilities • 24 hour room service (with extra charge) • Wake up call • 24 hour 'Serviexpress' (direct line to customer service) • Laundry and express laundry service (with extra charge) • Concierge • Free Business Center Room Facilities: • Interactive satellite TV with 34 channels, video and Digital Plus • High speed ADSL Internet connection and WiFi (with extra charge) • Radio-alarm clock (available via the interactive TV) • Minibar (with extra charge) • Free safe (large enough for laptop) • Direct dial telephone (with extra charge) • Air conditioning/central heating • Desk • Bathtub • Shower • Arte bathroom amenities • Hairdryer • Magnifying mirror • Pillow menu. NH Las Artes , Valencia (4) Avenida Instituto Obrero, 28. 46013 Valencia The NH Las Artes hotel in Valencia offers an incredible array of activities inside the hotel, and some of the city's most popular attractions are mere minutes away, making the NH Las Artes ideal for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel's convenient location puts you right next door to the famed City of Arts and Sciences Museum, across the street from the spectacular El Saler shopping center, and within 5 km of both Malvarrosa Beach and the Americas Cup Port. What's more, our proximity to a network of major highways provides easy access to and from all the major cities in Spain. Facilities Choice of pillows • AM/FM radio • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace • Coffee/Tea maker • Color television • Connecting rooms • Converters/ Voltage adapters • Data port • Desk with lamp • Direct dial phone number • Electrical current voltage • Fire alarm • Fire alarm with light • Hairdryer • Internet access • King bed • Large desk • Minibar • Non-smoking • Notepads • Pens • Queen bed• Remote control television • Roll-Aways • Safe • Sitting area • Smoke detectors • Smoking • Telephone • Twin bed • Wake-up calls • Wireless internet connection • Adapter available for telephone PC use • Down/feather pillows • Tables and chairs • Self-controlled heating/cooling system • Satellite television ** The above accommodations are for reference and all efforts will be made to give these accommodations. In some circumstances if they are not available, alternate arrangements will be made in similar hotels Travel Tips & FAQ's What are the passport/visa requirements for travel to Spain? Please ensure that your passport has at least three blank pages and that it is valid for at least six months beyond your departure date from Spain. Please check with your local embassy regarding visa requirements. What type of clothing is recommended based on the local weather conditions? As most of the tours are during the spring, when the weather is warm, leisure style clothing is recommended. Please bring along a jacket or coat for chilly evenings and windy days, and sun protection for warm afternoons. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 6/8
What kind of cuisine is served? Meals are buffet-style with a good variety of fresh local fare, and there are always vegetarian options available. If you have any special requests, we will try our best to accommodate them; please advise Palace Tours upon booking, and also advise your guide upon arrival. Is the tour accessible to wheelchairs / physical challenges? Please know that not all hotels/sights are wheelchair accessible; please check with us at the time of booking. Wheelchairs for sightseeing excursions can be made available upon request; kindly advise our office as soon as possible. What is the maximum group size on the tour? Excursions utilize a deluxe air-conditioned coach, which can seat a maximum of 40 passengers, however the average number of passengers on any given tour is 25-30. What happens during the "panoramic tour"? For the panoramic city tours, clients remain seated on the coach and are driven around the popular city sights. How much should I expect to tip? Tipping is not mandatory, and is left to the sole discretion of the traveler. This is a decision that should be made based on your enjoyment of the journey and the service; however the customary gratuity is around 10%. Terms & Conditions PAYMENT TERMS: 10% of total tour cost due at the time of booking 90% or balance no later than 30 days prior to tour departure date CANCELLATION FEES: (i) 10% of the total tour value if cancelled more than 30 days prior to date of first service sold by TRAVBUZZ / PALACE TOURS (ii) 100 of the total tour value if cancelled 30 days prior to date of first service sold by TRAVBUZZ / PALACE TOURS We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover the losses incurred in case of cancellation. For information on available plans or to purchase travel insurance, please visit www.palacetours.com/insurance. Highlights of Spain(© www.palacetours.com) 7/8
Palace Tours Contact Information
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our Luxury Travel Experts are available to assist you during business hours.
Office: Palace Tours
12000 Biscayne Blvd. Suite #107
Miami, FL 33181
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EMAIL: travel@palacetours.com
PHONE: 1-800-724-5120
USA:
Miami, FL: 786-408-0610
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INTERNATIONAL:
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Australia: 1-800-156-671
New Zealand: 0800-442-510
FAX: 1-609-683-9772
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