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21 Day Spain,Portugal &Morocco

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21 Day Spain, Portugal &Morocco

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$4,999PER PERSON, TWIN SHAREJourney through three spectacularcountries in one fell swoop on thisintercontinental trip of a lifetime. Fromenchanting medieval castles to exoticArabian deserts, world-renownedpilgrimage sites, and the storied streets ofone of Europe's liveliest cities. Prepare to beinvigorated and inspired

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DAY 1Destination Home Barcelona

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Today begins the adventure of a lifetime as you depart for Spain, Portugal and Morocco!

DAY 2Destination Barcelona

Meals included

Hotel 4 Hotel FrontAir Congress Barcelona, or similar

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-inenjoy some free time to relax and meet your fellow travellers.

DAY 3Destination Barcelona

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel 4 Hotel FrontAir Congress Barcelona, or similar

This impressive city is ours to explore today! Barcelona is a stunning metropolis right on the Mediterranean Sea. Thismorning we will begin an informative city tour with a local expert. We’ll visit the city’s historic central area with its Gothicneighbourhood dating back to the Middle Ages as well as the area where the Olympic Games took place. You’ll have theopportunity to see and photograph the unforgettable Sagrada Familia Basilica; the masterpiece designed by thearchitect Gaudí. Following this we’ll tour the “Poble Espanyol” (meaning “Spanish Village”). This open air architecturalmuseum is situated in one of the most emblematic areas of Barcelona. Be delighted by the best Spanish craftsmanshipand discover the architectural styles, traditions and folklore of the different communities in Spain. After our guided tour,enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own. In the evening we’ll provide transfer to Las Ramblas and PlazaCatalunya area, where you can select from a great variety of restaurants (including Indian, Chinese, Halal, Internationaland regional Spanish cuisine). Enjoy a magnificent dinner of your choosing and take the opportunity to bond with newfriends. Following dinner we will return to hotel.

Optional Tour: La Sagrada Familia of Antonio Gaudi Optional Tour: La Sagrada Familia of Antonio Gaudi The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of agenius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewerin the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream.

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Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with thefeelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complexarchitectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; itsthree thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based onnature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudíto a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathingthe inclined columns branched like trees.

DAY 4Destination Barcelona Peñiscola Valencia


Hotel 4 Sercotel Sorolla Palace, or similar

Today we say farewell to Barcelona as we travel south along the spectacular Mediterranean coast. This drive would notbe the same without a special stop at Peñiscola, a beautiful walled town situated on the shores of the sparkling sea.After a short introduction given by our guide, make your own way through the town, discovering the fishing port, theseaside castle and the lovely beach. After enjoying your stroll, savour some lunch at one of the local restaurants.Following this we will continue our drive towards Valencia, the third largest Spanish city. Here we will visit the City of Artsand Sciences, the most important modern tourist site in the city of Valencia. Next we’ll take a walk through the historiccentre of the city where our guide will accompany us to the Cathedral, consecrated in 1238 by the first bishop ofValencia. This evening we’ll transfer to the Plaza de Toros, a bullring built in the 1850’s inspired by the Roman Colosseumarchitecture. Here you’ll have the opportunity to dine in line with your preferences (Spanish, Indian, international, etc.).After dinner we will return to our hotel.

DAY 5Destination Valencia Alicante Caravaca de la Cruz Granada


Hotel 4 Hotel Alixares, or similar

After breakfast we leave the city of Valencia and continue south down the Mediterranean coast. We will be stopping fora brief tour and lunch in the active port city of Alicante, whose history goes back over 7000 years. After a pleasant lunchwe will continue on our way to the coastal Murcia Region in southeastern Spain. Here we will visit Caravaca de la Cruz, amajor pilgrimage site and considered by the Catholic Church to be one of the 5 holy cities. Its castle and basilica, locatedat the top of the old town, holds a relic of Christ’s Cross. We will reach this historic area via the local tourist train as it canbe challenging to reach on foot. After an enlightening visit here we carry on along an attractive scenic road to the regionof Andalusia where we will end our journey at the city of Granada.

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DAY 6Destination Granada


Hotel 4 Hotel Alixares, or similar

Today we enjoy a full day in Granada, a gorgeous city at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains known for its grandexamples of medieval architecture. The highlight for today will be a guided tour of the immense Alhambra Palace andits beautiful Generalife Gardens built in Arab times. Alhambra is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and theinspiration for many songs and stories. The colour of its buildings set against the surrounding woods has been describedby poets as “a pearl set in emeralds”. Enjoy a local lunch before taking off on your own to explore the magnificentGranada Cathedral and its Royal Chapel containing the sepulchre of the Catholic Kings. Later this evening we willtransfer to the Albaicín of Granada, another World Heritage site where you can enjoy dinner along the narrow windingstreets of this captivating Medieval Moorish quarter. Following dinner you will have the option to attend a flamencodance show in the traditional neighborhood of Sacramonte. The beautiful vocals, impressive guitar playing andpassionate dancing makes this a truly remarkable and memorable experience.

Note: in the Alhambra complex, the Nazari palaces allow a limited number of people in at a time. Sometimes your visitmay be in the afternoon, depending on the timetables in which we are allowed in. In the highly improbable case of notbeing able to visit this area of the Alhambra, a visit to the Alcázares will be included in Seville (which have similararchitecture and features).

Optional Tour: Tablao Flamenco Zambra GitanaOptional Tour: Tablao Flamenco Zambra GitanaIn this activity you will have a night out in the city of Granada to the famous neighborhood of Albaicin-Sacromonte,declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and where you can attend the Zambra Gitana show. We will make a shortwalking tour of this picturesque place where we will reach the famous Mirador de San Nicolás from where you can seethe Alhambra illuminated at dusk. You will have the opportunity to attend the pure flamenco show in Granada:flamenco stick, dance, singing, guitar playing and a drink.

DAY 7Destination Granada Asilah - Rabat

Meals included Breakfast, Dinner

Hotel 5 Hôtel Farah Rabat, or similar

Today we depart Granada and cross the delightful Costa del Sol region, literally “Coast of the Sun”. Upon arrival in eitherport city of Algeciras or Tarifa we board a modern ferry to cross the Straits of Gibraltar. Enjoy a pleasurable journey sailingtowards Africa as Spain disappears upon the horizon. Witness breathtaking landscapes as we approach Morocco and it’s

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dazzling coastline. We begin our tour of this incredible North African country in Asilah, a small picturesque walled cityon the shores of the Atlantic. This ancient port was once a known base for pirates. Today the settlement is full of life.Enjoy a delicious local lunch here before we continue on to the capital of Morocco, Rabat. Upon arrival in Rabat we willbe welcomed with a dinner buffet after checking in to our hotel.

Note: Depending on the number of passengers in Morocco, this tour may be conducted in bilingual (Spanish/English)groups.

DAY 8Destination Rabat Casablanca Marrakech


Hotel 5 Ryad Mogador Menara Hotel & Spa, or similar

This morning we will embark on a scenic tour of Rabat. Resting along the shores of the Bouregreg River and the AtlanticOcean, this phenomenal city is known for beautiful landmarks speaking to its Islamic and French-colonial heritage. Ourguided tour will bring us to the immense Royal Palace, the official residence of the king of Morocco. From here we willvisit the Mohammed V Mausoleum, considered a masterpiece of modern Alaouite dynasty architecture. We end ourtour at the mighty Kasbah of the Udayas, built in the 12th century. At midday, we depart for the romantic coastal city ofCasablanca where we’ll enjoy another brief guided tour including the great Hassan II Mosque, considered one of themost important mosques in the Arab world. We then continue from here towards Marrakech, a major economic centreand home to a stunning array of mosques, palaces and gardens. After checking in to the hotel, you will be able toexperience a traditional Kalesa ride (via horse or donkey carriage) up to the famous Jemaa el Fna square, the mainsquare and marketplace of Marrakech. A scrumptious dinner buffet will ensue.

DAY 9Destination Marrakech

Meals included Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel 5 Ryad Mogador Menara Hotel & Spa, or similar

Our day will begin with an informative guided tour of the city responsible for giving the country its name. Located to thenorth of the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains and founded in 1062, Marrakech has become one of thebusiest cities in Africa and has grown dramatically in the 21st century. The red walls surrounding the city, built in 1122-1123and the red sandstone used in the construction of the city’s various buildings have given the city the nickname “RedCity”. After our guided tour you will have some free time to relax at the pool or to discover one of the famous MarrakechSouks (local markets). In the evening, you’ll have the option to experience an authentic Fantasia dinner and culturalshow illustrating traditional Moroccan folklore.

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Optional Tour: Bereber Fantasy Optional Tour: Bereber Fantasy Unforgettable show in the Palmeraie of Marrakech where we will discover Morocco’s folklore and the traditional attire ofthe different tribes that inhabit the desertic areas in the south. We will listen to their music and they will show us theirdances which are the traditional expression to their most important events: births, weddings, harvest festivals... We willalso have the opportunity to attend a horse riding show with world-famous Arab horses. We will go to a belly danceperformance which is so intimately connected with Arab culture. We will finally enjoy a gunpowder show also calledFantasia. Its origin, among the inhabitants of kasbahs in southern Morocco, is very old and it is still quite present in alltheir festivities today.

DAY 10

DestinationMarrakech Ait Benhaddou Ouarzazate BoumalneDades


Hotel 4 Hôtel Xaluca Dades, or similar

Today we journey across the frequently snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains, which separate the Atlantic andMediterranean coastline from the Sahara Desert. Along the way we will pass small Berber villages artfully perched onthe side of chasms. We pause at the fortified village of Ait Benhaddou, a place where several well-known movies havebeen filmed. Ait Benhaddou is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its remarkable mud-brick architecture makes it looklike its been magically raised from the ground itself. After our visit here we continue along our route, passing throughstriking so-called biblical landscapes. We pause again in the city of Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Saharadesert and home to the Taourirt Kasbah, considered one of the country’s most impressive monuments. With over 300rooms and a maze of passageways, steps and key-lock doors, this Kasbah is a true historical legacy of wealth and power.Following this we continue on toward the Valley of Roses, one of the most fertile locations in the Moroccan south andthe biggest producer of rose oil and rose water in Morocco. Our journey today comes to an end at Boumalne Dades, atown located at the edge of the desert plateau. Here we will enjoy a delicious dinner buffet before retiring for theevening.

Note: On very rare occasions (during winter), the roads may be closed due to snowdrifts. If necessary, days 5 to 7 will berescheduled according to our alternative itinerary. (Whether we can visit the Sahara or not will depend on road access).

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DAY 11Destination Boulmane Dades Todgha Khorbat Erfoud

Meals included Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel 4 Kasbah Hotel Chergui, or similar

Prepare for a day full of excitement in the Sahara Desert and the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs, the ancient caravanroute used by sultans and traders. We’ll pass through river valleys containing thousands of palm trees and stoney plainsdotted with oases and adobe villages. We’ll witness powerful fortresses defending the thoroughfares and the bewitchinglandscape around them. A natural highlight of today’s adventure will be a visit to the stunningly magnificent TodghaGorge. Here we will explore the series of steep limestone canyons carved out by the Todgha and Dades Rivers. Along ourway we will also stop for a brief tour at a small town built from adobe next to Khorbat, where visitors will be able to learnabout this desert community, which is supported by the Europamundo Foundation. (Note: Sometimes access is notpossible due to weather conditions, which may involve flooding of the river). We continue from here toward the oasistown of Erfoud. Anyone who wishes can go on an adrenaline-boosting excursion through the Sahara Desert andexperience dusk among the otherworldly sand dunes.

Optional Tour: Land Rovers Desert rideOptional Tour: Land Rovers Desert rideDeparture from the hotel in Jeeps (all-wheel drive 4x4) to the dune fields of Erg Chebbi, the westernmost point ofSahara desert. Once there, we will be delighted by this wonder of nature. We will witness the change of the sand colourat sunset. We will dine in a bivouac (a desert haima). We will be served the typical food which we will savour amid thedunes, in a magical atmosphere (drinks not included). We will return to the hotel after nightfall.

DAY 12Destination Erfoud Fes


Hotel 5 Ramada Fes Hôtel, or similar

Early morning, we say farewell to the Sahara and travel through the mountains, crossing breathtaking nomadic areassituated in high, chilly landscapes. In the afternoon, the medieval city of Fes awaits us, often referred to as the country’scultural capital and the second largest city in Morocco. Upon arrival in Fes spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisurebefore enjoying dinner with the rest of the group.

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DAY 13Destination Fes Tangier

Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hotel 4 Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Center, or similar

This morning we will discover the highlights of Fes during an informative scenic tour. Fes was founded during the 8th-9th century and offers an enchanting array of historical and cultural spectacles. Fes is also home to the world’s largestcar-free urban area, where mules, donkeys and pedestrians flow through the well-preserved medieval labyrinth. Weconclude our visit in Fes with a lovely lunch within an ancient palace in the Medina district. Following lunch in the earlyafternoon we depart towards the north of Morocco. Upon arrival at the port city of Tangier, check into your hotel andspend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure before appreciating your final dinner in Africa.

DAY 14Destination Tangier Seville


Hotel 4 Ilunion Alcora Sevilla, or similar

This morning enjoy free time in Tangier for some last minute shopping and exploring. Tangier sits on the Strait ofGibraltar and has functioned as the gateway between Africa and Europe since Phoenician times. We disembark hereand sail towards Spain, making landfall in either port city of Algeciras or Tarifa, continuing via coach to Seville. Upon anearly evening arrival in Seville, we will enjoy dinner before retiring for the night at our hotel.

DAY 15Destination Seville


Hotel 4 Ilunion Alcora Sevilla, or similar

After breakfast, a local expert will guide us on a scenic tour through the irresistible city of Seville. Seville is home to thecountry’s best Fiestas and the site of some well-known scenes in big films. Our guided tour will begin at the city’scolossal Gothic cathedral and its famous Giralda, or bell tower. The Seville Cathedral is the third largest church in theworld as well as the largest Gothic church and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the final burial place ofChristopher Columbus. We continue from here to the banks of the Guadalquivir River. Seville is the only river port inSpain and the Guadalquivir River has played a leading role in many of the city’s historic moments. Next we’ll tour thepopular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana and the beautiful Plaza de España. Upon completion of our guided

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tour, enjoy some leisure time to relax or continue exploring. This evening we will head to the historic city centre area(Calle Alfonso XII) where a variety of restaurants can be found. Here you may choose your favorite cuisine: Indian, Halal,Chinese, Spanish, International, and so on.

Optional Tours:Optional Tours:

Artistic and Seville Cathedral Artistic and Seville Cathedral We will visit the cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A great work made over several centuries,considered one of the largest in the world in surface, a true museum inside, where is the tomb of Christopher Columbus.Then, if you wish, you can climb the famous tower of the cathedral "La Giralda" with its 104 meters where you can enjoya fabulous view of the city of Seville.

Sevillian night in Patio SevillaSevillian night in Patio SevillaOne of the most famous and well-known tablaos in Sevilla. You will get to know the Andalusian art that is captured inthe dance, the guitar playing and the cante in the show. Dancers and singers with national and international awards willshow us the art of flamenco and Spanish classical dance.

DAY 16Destination Seville Palos de la Frontera Mertola Evora Lisbon


Hotel 4 Hotel Vila Galé Ópera, or similar

We leave Seville this morning and head towards the province of Huelva. The first stop along our journey today is thesmall agricultural village of Palos de la Frontera, popular for its vast trade of local strawberries and raspberries. Here wewill tour the famous Wharf of the Caravels Museum, the site at which Columbus set sail on 3 August 1492 for America.The most prominent exhibits here are the replicas of the ships used on the voyage. Next we will visit the RabidaMonastery, founded in 1261 and declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. This Franciscan monastery housed ChristopherColumbus for two years leading up to his voyage departure. After our tour of Palos de la Frontera we travel across theborder to Portugal. Shortly after entering Portugal we will stop in the ancient Muslim city of Mertola in time for lunch.After a quick meal here we continue through pleasant white villages on our way to Evora City, another World Heritagesite. This museum city has roots that go back to Roman times. We’ll tour through its wide Renaissance streets and visitthe cathedral and its captivating Chapel of Bones, built with 5000 skeletons. Our journey continues from here to Lisbon,Portugal's hilly, coastal capital city, where we’ll stay for the night.

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DAY 17Destination Lisbon


Hotel 4 Hotel Vila Galé Ópera, or similar

This morning we will set out on a guided sightseeing tour of charismatic Lisbon. We’ll visit traditional neighborhoodsand take in the Belem district, a relaxed area on the Tagus River known for its fresh seafood restaurants and colourfulhouses. We invite all our travellers to try a “Belem cake”, an exquisite local delicacy. This area is the birthplace of the greatPortuguese navigators who sailed the oceans in the Fifteenth Century. Here we will also visit the Monument to theDiscoveries, situated along the river where the ships departed to explore and trade, celebrating the Portuguese Age ofDiscovery. Along our tour we will see Belem Tower and the beautiful Jeronimos Monastery, another UNESCO WorldHeritage Site. The afternoon following our guided tour is free for you to relax or explore this great city independently.This evening we will transfer to Restauradores Square, whose numerous bars and cafes create a lively atmosphere. Wesuggest you take the opportunity here to take the “Elevador da Gloria” to the Upper district and its fabulous viewpoint.

Optional Tour: Sintra Cascais and Estoril Optional Tour: Sintra Cascais and Estoril In this visit, you will enjoy the landscapes of the Tagus estuary, the famous Costa del Sol, a resting place and residence ofnobles in the history of Portugal. We will stop at the wonderful city of Sintra, immortalised by Lord Byron, and enjoy itsmicroclimate and its many palaces and summer homes. We will continue to the famous Guincho beach where you willsee the westernmost point in Europe, the Cabo da Roca, and we will stop in the beautiful city of Cascais. Afterwards, wewill have a brief stop in Estoril with its famous casino. A varied tour with beautiful landscapes overlooking the ocean andthe Tagus estuary.

DAY 18Destination Lisbon Fatima Madrid


Hotel 4 Hotel Praga, or similar

Say farewell to Lisbon today as we travel to the north of Portugal and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, now thefourth biggest Catholic pilgrimage site in the world. This shrine receives around five million visitors per year. After ourvisit here we will travel towards the border to Spain, passing through picturesque landscapes and magnificentgreenlands. Once we arrive in Spain we will continue on to the north of the Extremadura region, a remote area ofbrilliant mountains, forests, lakes and reserves. Along our way we will enjoy lunch in a local regional restaurant. At theend of the day we reach our final destination, Spain’s elegant central capital, Madrid.

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DAY 19Destination Madrid


Hotel 4 Hotel Praga, or similar

This morning we’ll begin a comprehensive tour through the stimulating centre of Madrid. While adopting a multitude ofmodern infrastructure, Madrid has done a wonderful job preserving the look and feel of many of its historicneighbourhoods. Our guided tour will take us to Paseo del Prado, one of the main city boulevards and the oldesthistorical urban landmark in Madrid. We’ll visit the Plaza de Cibeles, the Fountain of Neptune and the Gate of Alcalá,regarded as the first post-Roman triumphal arch built in Europe. The Gate of Alcalá is older than the similar Arc deTriomphe in Paris and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. Next we’ll tour the Gran Via, the busiest and most popular street inMadrid before seeing the Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. Following this we will visit Retiro Park, an oasis in the citycentre, where we will see the lake and the magnificent Glass Palace. The final stop on our guided tour is themonumental Las Ventas Bullring, one of (if not the) most famous bullrings in the world. Here we will learn about theage-old tradition of “corridas” in the Bullfighting Museum. After this you will have the rest of the afternoon to spend atyour leisure. At sunset we’ll transfer to Plaza de Oriente, opposite the Royal Palace, an elegant and bustling area withmany restaurants serving different exquisite cuisines. Enjoy a pleasant dinner here and enjoy your final evening in Spainbefore retiring to the hotel.

DAY 20Destination Madrid Home


Hotel N/A

Unfortunately today marks the end of your phenomenal tour through three extraordinary countries. After breakfast,spend a few free moments at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 21Destination Home

Meals included

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Arrive home today.

Please note, some flights will arrive home early the following morning.

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Inclusions

WHAT'S INCLUDED Return international airfares with EmiratesReturn airport transfers 18 nights in 4 to 5 star hotelsCross the Straight of Gibraltar by ferry from Europe to Africa and backDaily breakfast, 3 lunches, 5 dinnersFully escorted English speaking guide throughout all 3 countries In-depth sightseeing & all entry fees as per the itineraryDedicated private transportation throughout

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Barcelona - Walk through the city's historic centreBarcelona - See the famous Sagrada Familia, the masterpiece designed by thearchitect GaudiMediterranian Coast - stop at Peñiscola, a beautiful walled town situated on thesparkling seaValencia - Spend the afternoon in the City of Arts and SciencesAlicante - Have lunch in the active port city of Alicante, whose history goes backover 7000 yearsGranada - Visit the breathtaking UNESCO Alhambra Palace and the GeneralifegardensStraight of Gibraltar - Enjoy a pleasurable sail towards Africa as Spain disappearsupon the horizonRabat - Visit the immense Royal Palace, the official residence of the king ofMoroccoCasablanca - Admire the great Hassan II Mosque, one of the most importantmosques in the Arab worldMarrakech - Experience an authentic Fantasia dinner and show illustratingtraditional Moroccan folkloreAit Benhaddou - Pause at this fortified village, a place where several known movieshave been filmedOuarzazate - Pause again at the gateway to the Sahara desert and home to theTaourirt KasbahKhorbat - Learn about this desert communityErfoud - Visit this oasis town, and experience dusk amoung the sand dunesFes - Soak up this car-free medieval labyrinthTangier - Do some last minute shopping before sailing back to SpainSeville - Marvel at the city's colossal Gothic Cathedral and the famous Giralda, orbell tower

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Palos de la Frontera - Taste local strawberries and raspberries in this small smallagricultural village Mertola - Have lunch in this ancient Muslim cityEvora - Walk the Renaissance streets of this World Heritage siteLisbon - View the Monument of discoveries, where ships departed to explore andtradeLisbon - View the beautiful Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower which issurrounded by waterFatima - Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, the 4th biggest Catholicpilgrimage site in the worldMadrid - Sit by the lake at Retiro Park and admire the magnificent Glass PalaceMadrid - Visit the Plaza de Cibeles, the Fountain of Neptune and the Gate of Alcalá

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DEPOSIT & PAYMENT Secure your package with a deposit of $500 per person.

Pay a 2nd instalment of $2800 per person within 28 days.

You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure.

BOOKING PROCESS Select the purple 'Sign Up For Full Details' tab to begin your booking (you mustsign up first by enterting your email and creating a password)Then select the purple 'Book now' tabSelect your Departure Date, Departure City, number of Passengers, RoomConfiguration, and enter any Special RequestsClick the purple ‘Proceed to Secure Checkout' tabEnter your credit card or PayPal details to secure your deposit/paymentOnce your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a booking form sothat we can fulfil your bookingYour booking is confirmed once your booking form is submitted and you canbegin the countdown to your Inspiring Vacation!

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HOW TO EXTEND YOUR STAY Some customers like to enhance their holiday by extending their stay pre- and/or post-tour.If you wish to do so, please follow these steps:

1. Follow the ‘Book Now’ prompts after signing up, until you reach the 'SpecialRequests' field

2. Here, please specify your preferred flight arrangements and if you requireadditional accommodation, with the number of nights needed.

3. After finalising your purchase and submitting your booking form, a member of ourteam will be in contact with you via email to verify your request.

Please note, a supplement of $150 per person (plus any applicable fare and tax differences)applies to deviate from the standard itinerary. We will contact you via email with a quote andproposed flight itinerary, and then proceed with collecting the additional payment requiredto confirm your request.

All additional accommodation and sightseeing is at your own arrangement, or alternativelywe can offer the following rates:

Pre-tour accommodation (Barcelona): $200 per room per night (single ordouble/twin) including breakfast, and transfers Post-tour accommodation (Madrid): $190 per room per night (single ordouble/twin) including breakfast, and transfers

Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, and notpurchasing pre or post accomodation with us, airport transfers are also no longer included. Ifyou would like us to still arrange this service for you, an additional cost will apply:

Airport Transfers (Barcelona and Madrid): $120 per vehicle each way (minimum 2people)

The additional cost for these land arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice,due 90 days prior to departure, and is strictly subject to availability.

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AIRFARE INFORMATION Full service airline used will be Emirates (or Qatar, Etihad Airways if unavailable)Flights will require a minimum of 1 transit (maximum 2)All tickets will include 23kgs checked baggageOnce ticketed, flights are non-refundable. Any changes will be subject to theairline rules & change feesFull names as per passport (including all middle names) are requiredAny airline schedule changes or cancellations are beyond our control.Any airline 'extras' such as pre-allocated seating are at your own arrangement(additional charges apply)

PREMIUM ECONOMY ORBUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES

Premium Economy - Not available.

Business Class upgrade available from an additional $7,000 per person (subject toavailability).

Please specify this as a 'Special Request' when completing your booking and you will bequoted for the additional fare. In the event your selection is unavailable, or that you aredissatisfied with the quote, you will be provided with a full refund.

LAND-ONLY DISCOUNT A $1,400 per person reduction from the twin share price applies if you wish to arrange yourown airfares. Should you wish to purchase land only, please select this option in the bookingprocess, under 'Departure City'.

Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, airport transfersare also no longer included. If you would like us to still arrange this service for you, anadditional cost will apply:

Airport Transfers (Barcelona and Madrid): $120 per vehicle each way (minimum 2people)

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OPTIONAL TOURS Barcelona (Day 3): La Sagrada Familia of Antonio Gaudi - 60 EURGranada (Day 6) : Tablao Flamenco Zambra Gitana - 30 EURMarrakech (Day 9): Bereber fantasy - 60 EURErfoud (Day 11) - Land Rovers desert ride - 50 EURSeville (Day 15): Artistic and Seville Cathedral - 25 EURSeville (Day 15): Sevillian night in patio Sevilla - 40 EURLisbon (Day 17): Sintra Cascais and Estoril - 30 EUR

These options are to be booked and paid for whilst on tour.

EXCLUSIONS VisasTravel insurance (compulsory)TippingAnything not mentioned in the itineraryOptional activitiesPersonal expenses

TIPPING A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. Tipping is not compulsoryon your trip, but they can make a big difference to locals employed in the tourism industry. Ifyou feel that your guide and driver have done an impeccable job, you can choose to give agratuity, but this is entirely your decision.

Recommended tipping for tour guide/tour leader/bus driver will be 4-6 EUROS (AUD$7-10)per person per day and tour leader will discuss this with the group at the conclusions of thetour in each country. There is no tipping kitty required at the commencement of the tour forthis particular package.

ACCOMMODATION The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higherstandard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be madeto meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.

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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Single supplement is $1,199 per person in addition to the twin share price.

TRIPLE SHARE Available. If you wish to purchase triple share please phone 1300 886 688. The third personwill also be charged the Twin share price.

GROUP SIZE 2-45 people

CHILDREN Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children arethe same price as adults.

TRAVEL INSURANCE Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.

We have partnered with QBE Insurance to offer our customers competitive rates for theirtravel insurance. You can book comprehensive or budget cover, earn Qantas Frequent Flyerpoints and save 25% on retail rates.

Simply click HERE to arrange your policy.

VISA & PASSPORT INFORMATION It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must bevalid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return to Australia.

A visa is not required for Spain, Portugal and Morocco, for travel less than 90 days.

OTHER INFORMATION Final documentation, including e-tickets and hotel details, will be providedapproximately 30 days prior to travel.The total length of the tour in days includes time spent inflight and is subject tochange, depending on the flight schedule. Please refer to the day-by-day itineraryfor the time spent in your destination(s).

TOUR ITINERARY


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