FULLY ESCORTED SMALL GROUP TOUR - 21 DAY SPAIN & PORTUGAL

HERITAGE WITH PARIS

7th to 27th September 2017

Package Includes: v  Small group of maximum 22 travellers v  International Economy class flights Sydney-Lisbon, Paris

Sydney with Emirates v  Internal flight from Barcelona to Paris v  Airline taxes & fuel surcharges v  18 nights First Class accommodation v  3 nights Lisbon v  3 nights Seville v  1 night Granada v  3 nights Madrid v  3 nights Barcelona v  4 nights Paris v  1 night Sydney

v  Hotel taxes, fees & service charges including city taxes v  Hotel porterage v  All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-

conditioned vehicles v  21 meals: 17 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners (including

welcome & farewell dinners)

** NOTE – A minimum of 12 guests before tour is guaranteed **

For a full list of inclusions, highlights, terms and conditions, please contact Simon from Spencer Travel on 0421 705230

Email:- simon.crethar@spencertravel.com.au

$7,499ppTWINSHARE

v  Bottled water during sightseeing excursions v  Wine, coffee, and tea served with all meals that are included

on itinerary v  Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout v  Fully Escorted from Australia by Simon Crethar of Spencer

Travel v  Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per

itinerary v  Active itinerary with unique cultural features v  Unique Experiences and added extras that other escorted

tours don’t offer NO OPTIONAL TOURS – We include them all, so no extra hidden costs

Tour Highlights

v  Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.

v  Tour Lisbon’s impressive Jeronimos Monastery, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

v  Travel to Sintra, lush with lavish romantic castles and stunning monuments.

v  Flamenco dancing lessons have been arranged just for you in Seville to acquaint you with this passionate and fiery dance.

v  Visit Seville's Gothic Cathedral, one of the largest in the world with its original minaret, the Giralda Bell Tower.

v  You’ll be welcomed at Cortijo La Calera, a typical Andalucian farmhouse standing alongside a bullring - see the area where bulls for the corrida are being bred.

v  Travel to cliff side Ronda, birthplace of modern bullfighting and home to the Plaza de Toros, Spain's oldest bullring.

v  Wine tasting and tour at a local winery in the scenic hills of Ronda. v  In Moorish Granada, tour the astonishing Alhambra, Spain's foremost

monument, and the magnificent Generalife Gardens. v  Stop in Ubeda to see some of the best-preserved examples of Spanish

Renaissance architecture, and learn about its olive oil industry. v  Visit to the renowned Prado Museum and stand before astonishing

masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, El Greco and others. v  Journey to Toledo, a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty v  Tour artistic Barcelona, with Gaudi's greatest works, including the

legendary and spectacular La SagradaFamilia, still unfinished after over one hundred years.

v  Discover the cultural center of Girona in northern Catalonia with its medieval mansions, Roman walls, Old City and restored Jewish Quarter.

v  Travel to Figueres to visit the Salvador Dali Theatre and Museum, where his first works of art were exhibited.

v  Visit the world famous Eiffel Tower v  Be in awe as you visit the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris v  Monte Marte Cathedral on top of the hill will amaze you with the views v  Stroll along the beautiful river Seine which flows right through the heart

of Paris bordering 10 of the 20 arrondisements. v  Wander past the Oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf which has been

immortalized by artists and poets and even 20th century films.

DAY TO DAY ITINERARY 7th September -Thursday Arrival into Sydney and group meets Depart Sydney on Emirates at 1830 8th September -Friday – Arrive Lisbon at 1235 Welcome to magical Lisbon, one of the oldest cities in Europe, founded in the 12th century. Transfer to your hotel; remainder of the day is at leisure or rest. 09th September -Saturday - Lisbon, Portugal Today our group will do a private tour and then meet for tonight's Welcome Drink with our Tour Manager, followed by a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travellers (depending on our numbers the entire group will be a max of 22 guests, so if we have 18 pax, then the max of additional guests could be only 4. If we have 22 guests, then the group is ours entirely. Overnight: Lisbon Meals: Dinner 10th September -Sunday - Lisbon City Tour, Sintra Tour Today's tour of Lisbon highlights the variety of heritage and styles that makes this one of Europe's most beautiful capitals. Begin with a view of the treasured 16th century Belem Tower and then tour the Jeronimos Monastery; this amazing structure is considered the most prominent achievement of the Manueline style of architecture (Portuguese late-Gothic). In 1983, UNESCO designated this monastery as a World Heritage Site, that today serves as a reminder of Portugal's wealth and power during the Age of Discovery. Then, to the dramatic Monument of Discoveries, built in honor of Henry the Navigator, instrumental in the success of Portuguese explorations during the 15th century. Standing over 171 feet tall, the monument, shaped like a ship's prow, stands majestically at the marina in Belem, starting point for many of Portugal's explorers and where Vasco da Gama embarked on his voyage to India. Continue on a walk along the winding cobblestone streets of Alfama, the old Fisherman's Quarter, nestled between the grand castle and the River Tagus. After lunch on your own, drive along to quaint Sintra, the Glorious Eden of Lord Byron, and ancient summer retreat of the royal court. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is highlighted by lavish romantic castles and stunning monuments. Visit the magnificent 18th century Palacio de Queluz and its graceful gardens, one of the last Rococo buildings to be designed in Europe and former summer residence to the royal family. Leisure time in Lisbon this afternoon. Walk along elegant Liberdade Avenue and explore the delights of this city on your own Overnight: Lisbon Meals: Breakfast

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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY 11th September Monday - Travel to Tavira, Flamenco Lesson Depart Lisbon this morning. See the stunning views of the river and beaches as you get closer to Tavira, a unique Algarve fishing town, once a main trading port during the 16th to 18th centuries. This elegant town has managed to hold on to its traditions and character over the centuries. Stop for lunch together. After crossing the border into Spain, stop for a Flamenco lesson to acquaint yourself with this passionate dance, along with its history and artistry. Continue to your hotel in Seville, with the Balance of the day is at leisure Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 12th September Tuesday - Seville Cathedral, Bull Farm Experience Morning visit to the Cathedral, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world. Built on the site of the former great Mosque, its original minaret, the Giralda Bell Tower, still stands. Admire the beautiful Plaza de España and the fragrant gardens of Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Explore the narrow streets and the many beautiful plazas of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter. Lunch on your own in the bustling downtown area. Travel to Cortijo La Calera, a sprawling farm where a typical Andalucian farmhouse stands along with a bullring. You'll be warmly welcomed to the farm with beverages and fresh pastries. Feel the close contact with nature and see the area where bulls are being bred. A matador takes you into the fields by cart to watch the bulls up close, and explain Spain's fascination with bullfighting. At the end of the visit, a special bullfighting demonstration will be held for you at the farm's bullring. Tonight, after dinner traditional Flamenco Show, along with drinks, featuring some of Seville's leading artists, performing their emotional songs. Flamenco, along with the bullfight, is a popular symbol of Spain. This evening, enjoy a drink and traditional Flamenco show. As performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists, enjoy routines based on the cantejondo or "deep song," which describes the performer´s profound emotions in ancient poetic phrases. Although the development of Flamenco has centered principally in the region of Andalucia, it has come to embrace many of the folk traditions of the northern provinces. As a result, it has become, along with the bullfight, a popular symbol of Spain. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours Flamenco Show (PM) Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast 13th September Wednesday - Excursion to Ronda, Winery Visit Arrive today in the dramatic cliff side city of Ronda, home to Spain's oldest bullring, the Plaza de Toros. Ronda is considered the birthplace of modern bullfighting which began in the 18th century as a training facility for developing horsemanship. Here, you can see the historic stables and museum, part of this complex along with displays of famous Matadors. Lunch at a traditional restaurant, followed by a visit to a local winery - see the process,

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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY learn the history of the town's specialty and taste some of this excellent wine. Return to Seville for dinner and overnight Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 14th September Thursday - La Alhambra &Generalife Gardens Depart Seville to Moorish Granada with Spain's foremost monument, "La Alhambra" built atop one of the Granada Hills overlooking the city, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the reign of the Moors, this imposing hilltop fortress was the summer residence of the Royal Family. Walk along the lanes of the serene Generalife Gardens with its beautifully designed courtyards, waterfalls and ponds.* In the evening, walk through the old Albayzin district and dine at one of the charming restaurants with magnificent views overlooking the Alhambra Overnight: Granada Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 15th September Friday - Ubeda Olive Oil Center Head today towards Madrid. Along the route, explore the lovely historical hilltop town of Ubeda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you will see some of the best-preserved examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture in Spain. Its old town houses a splendid legacy of monuments made up of churches, palaces and aristocratic houses including the sacred chapel of El Salvador and the Santa Maria Church, circled by white-washed houses. Surrounded by Europe's largest olive tree plantation, Ubeda today is a major center of olive oil export in Spain. At a regional olive oil production center, hear about the gastronomy of olive oil and the technical aspects for producing the oil. Lunch in Ubeda before continuing to Madrid, Spain's capital and largest city, for overnight Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 16th September Saturday - Madrid City Tour The tour of this energetic city's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles with its striking buildings. Continue via the elegant Plaza Mayor to the magnificent Royal Palace, Europe's second largest. Then, on to the world renowned Prado Museum - you'll stand before the astonishing masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, El Greco and others. Stop at Barrio de las Letras (literature district) and sample a couple of wines with tapas at some local tabernas. Then continue for a walk along the old town of Madrid, stop at Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa, and end at Mercado de San Miguel. Later tonight, enjoy dinner together at a local restaurant Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY 17th September Sunday - Toledo City Tour Today journey to Toledo, a "Museum City" of great artistic beauty. Former capital of Spain and one of the oldest cities in Europe, Toledo has magnificent examples of architecture from different periods, making it one of the leading artistic cities of the country. In Toledo visit the most famous monuments, such as St. Tome Church, which houses El Greco's "The Burial of Count Orgaz" and the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue. Admire its famous handcrafted work, the "Damasquinado." Enjoy lunch together in Toledo before returning to Madrid in the later afternoon. Balance of the day is at leisure Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 18th September Monday - Travel to Barcelona, Montjuic Visit Depart Madrid by train to sensational Barcelona. Upon arrival, time to freshen up before the afternoon activities in Spain's second most important city. Begin with a visit to the Montjuic recreational area that houses the National Palace originally built as the central pavilion for the 1929 International Exhibition. Montjuic is home to the Olympic complex, a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Olympics and at its center is the impressive Olympic Stadium. The sleek Olympic Tower was built as the main communications tower for the games. Tonight, enjoy your first taste of Barcelona's rousing nightlife Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast 19th September Tuesday - Barcelona City Tour, Visit Gaudi Monuments Begin the day in this artistic city with the famous works of Gaudi, the master architect. The most unforgettable symbol of Barcelona is Gaudi's masterpiece, La SagradaFamilia, a colossal church that is legendary and still unfinished, although it was started in 1882. Along the Paseo de Gracia see the unique La Pedrera (Casa Mila) with its stone-like facade and Casa Batllo, which appears to have been made from skulls and bones. Lunch on your own. Then an afternoon at leisure to explore Barcelona's many museums, galleries, and cafes. Wander along the fabulous Las Ramblas, the city's most famous pedestrian walkway. This great city is waiting to be explored by you Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast 20th September Wednesday - Excursion to Girona, Visit Dali Museum in Figueres Depart dynamic Barcelona to the cultural center of Girona in northern Catalonia. Discover the historic quarter, with its medieval mansions and courtyards crowned by a gorgeous Cathedral on the eastern bank of the River Ter. In the Old City, see the Roman walls, Arabic-style bathhouses and the Jewish Quarter, one of the best preserved in Europe. In the background, you can see the peaks of the Pyrenees. After lunch on your own in Girona, continue to the Salvador Dali Theatre and Museum in his home town of Figueres in Catalonia. The building once housed the

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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY town's theatre when Dali was a child. It was here that one of the first public exhibitions of young Dali's art was shown. Return to Barcelona. Tonight, share wonderful memories with your fellow travelers and Tour Manager at a Farewell Dinner in this most memorable city Overnight: Barcelona Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 21st September Thursday - Depart Spain Bid "adios" to Barcelona (Spain) and Transfer to the airport for our flight to Paris. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Paris 22nd September Thursday –Paris Today after breakfast we take a city tour viewing the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame cathedral Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Paris 23nd September Friday – Paris Today after Breakfast, we continue our Parisian experience with a visit to the Montmartre which is a large hill in Paris's 18th arrondissement. It is 130 metres (430 feet) high and gives its name to the surrounding district, Montmartre is primarily known for the white-domed Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur on its summit and as a nightclub district. The other, older, church on the hill is Saint Pierre de Montmartre, which claims to be the location at which the Jesuit order of priests was founded. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Paris 24th September Saturday – Paris Free at leisure to explore Paris on your own. SO many café’s and beautiful sights to take in while you are here. Tonight we meet up for a Farewell Dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight: Paris 25th September Sunday - Paris After breakfast, we are transferred to the airport for our flight home and bid farewell to Paris! Departing Paris at 1535 flying via Dubai overnight 26th September Monday – Arrival into Sydney Arriving into Sydney at 2205 Overnight: Sydney 27th September Tuesday – Transfer/Flight to your home port. This morning after breakfast and a sleep in, we bid farewell to our fellow “friends” until next years trip which I am planning

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Spain - Spring and Autumn: 13–24°C Portugal - Spring and Autumn: 10–28°C Bring comfortable walking shoes, a sweater, clothes you can layer and an all-weather jacket. Some religious sites may require modest dress to enter BELOW ARE THE RANGE OF HOTELS THAT WE CAN BOOK AND ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY UPON BOOKING

FEATURED HOTELS AND WEATHER

AltisAvenida Hotel, Lisbon This deluxe hotel has an extraordinary location in Lisbon's center, nearby Restauradores Square.

Corinthia Hotel Lisbon, Lisbon This deluxe hotel is located in the financial district of Lisbon.

OlissippoSaldanha, Lisbon This first class hotel is located nearby the Duque de Saldanha Square.

Inglaterra Hotel, Seville This first class hotel is centrally located in the city of Seville.

Gran Melia Colon,Seville A member of the prestigious "Leading Hotels of the World," the Gran Melia Colon is one of Seville's most important landmarks.

Vincci La Rabida, Seville This first class hotel is located in the historic district of Seville.

FEATURED HOTELS AND WEATHER

Hesperia Granada, Granada This first class hotel is a short walk away from the Granada Cathedral.

NH Nacional Hotel, Madrid This superior first class hotel is centrally located in Madrid’s famous Art Triangle.

AyreRosellon, Barcelona This first class hotel is located nearby La SagradaFamilia.

Pullman Eiffel, Paris The 4-star hotel Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel is set at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and the Trocadero. Rooms we have held will have Eiffel Tower Views.

To secure your place on this AMAZING tour, please contact Simon from Spencer Travel on 0421 705230 or email simon.crethar@spencertravel.com.au

Deposit of $1,000.00 to secure your place with final payments due June 2017.