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Morocco, Spain & Portugal Phone: 951-9800 Toll Free:1-877-951-3888 E-mail: [email protected] www.airseatvl.com 50 S. Beretania Street, Suite C - 211B, Honolulu, HI 96813 Europe Explore World Heritage Authentic Experiences – Morocco, Spain & Portugal Cities Covered: Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Tangier, Ronda, Malaga, Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Evora, Lisbon, Cabo Da Roca, Fatima, Salamanca, Segovia, Madrid, Toledo, Zaragoza & Barcelona Tour Package Includes * Highlights of Morocco, Spain & Portugal Traveling Dates: * International Flight from Los Angeles * Deluxe Hotel Accommodations Sep 7 – 24, 2018 * All Meals & Admissions as Stated (18 Days) * Visits to 5 UNESCO World Heritage Cities: Rabat, Cordoba, Evora, Segovia & Toledo * Visits to 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: • Medina of Fez • Alhambra Palace • Cathedral and Giralda Tower Price per person: • Tower of Belém • Old City of Salamanca • Jeronimos Monastery • Roman Aqueduct • Sagrada Familia • Park Güell • Casa Milà • Batllo House $ 6,788 Flamenco Lesson & Show Incl: Tax & Fuel Charge * Wine Tasting * Paella Cooking on Boat & Demonstration Single Supp: $1,700 * Moroccan Belly Dancing * Cabo Da Roca Visiting Certificate * Sagrada Familia Visiting Certificate * Local Specialty Cuisine to Experience Traditional European Food: * • Spanish Seafood Paella • Spanish Roast Suckling Pig • Spanish Tapas • Traditional Spanish-style Oxtail Stew • Pastel De Nata • Lisbon Duck Rice FREE • Morocco Seafood Meal Use of Gratuities for Tour Guide and Driver Wireless Tour Guide System Park Güell Flamenco Dinner & Show Cathedral and Giralda Tower Sagrada Familia Leaning Tower of Pisa Optional: ** Sep 06 Honolulu – Los Angeles We start our vacation by boarding a domestic flight to Los Angeles and staying there overnight. Hotel Accommodation: Los Angeles Airport Hotel Day 1**Sep 07 Los Angeles – Casablanca Today we will fly from Los Angeles to Casablanca, the economic and cultural capital of Morocco. Overnight onboard. Day 2**Sep 08 Casablanca (D) Casablanca is not only famous for the movie Casablanca, but it represents Morocco on the move. It is where the money is being made, where the industry is, where art galleries show the best contemporary art, and where fashion designers have a window to the world. The old pirate lair is looking towards the future, showing off its wealth and achievements. Upon arrival in Casablanca, an Air & Sea Travel representative will greet and escort us to our hotel. A Welcome Dinner is arranged at our hotel tonight. Hotel Accommodation: Movenpick Hotel Casablanca or Similar 5* Day 3**Sep 09 Casablanca (B, L, D) After breakfast, we begin our sightseeing in Casablanca. First of all, we will have a photo stop at Hassan II Mosque which was built to commemorate the former king's 60th birthday. It is the largest mosque in Morocco, the 7th largest in the world, and stands on a promontory looking out towards the Atlantic Ocean. Then we will do some shopping at the Bazaar and Habouss Quarter, the main shopping areas in the city frequented by tourists seeking souvenirs. We can find traditional clothing, jewelry, antiques, rugs and other local merchandise. After lunch, we will visit the King Mohammed Square V, which forms the central hub of Casablanca’s new town and is home to some of the city’s most striking architecture. Next, we will make a photo stop at the Royal Palace, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. Tonight, a Dinner Show Featuring Moroccan Belly Dancing is arranged. Day 4**Sep 10 Casablanca – Rabat – Fez (B, L, D) This morning, we will transfer to Rabat, Morocco’s political and administrative capital since its independence in 1956. Although it has not established itself as a tourist destination, visitors who do go there find a gem of a city. Our tour in this UNESCO Heritage City includes the Hassan Tower whose construction began in 1195 and was intended to be the largest minaret in the world; the nearby Mausoleum of Mohammed V, built in traditional Moroccan style where the current king’s father and grandfather are buried; and the Udaya Kasbah, built in the oldest part of the city by Muslim refugees from Spain. Before we head to Fez, we will view the Royal Palace and Mechouar. The palace, designed with French formality, traditional Arabic motifs and local horticulture in mind, sits at the end of the Mechouar, which is used for large public assemblies, such as Muhammad V’s return from exile in 1955. Fez is the spiritual heart of Morocco and the greatest, most ancient of the country's imperial cities. After dinner, we will transfer to our hotel. Hotel Accommodation: Riad Palais Ommeyad or Similar 5* Day 5**Sep 11 Fez – Tangier (B, L, D) We begin our morning with a tour in Fez, one of the undisputed highlights of any visit to Morocco. We will first make a photo stop at the Royal Palace (Dar El Makhzen). It is strictly closed to the public, but even from the outside the Royal Palace is an impressive sight. Our next stop is a UNESCO World Heritage Site: Medina. Home to the oldest university in the world, The Medina of Fez is a jewel of Spanish-Arabic civilization. After that, we will visit the Attarine Souk, a narrow and very lively street for shopping. A few rustic clothing shops add a dash of bright color among the spice stalls. Then we will visit the Bou Inania Mederssa, a good display of the classic Moroccan decorative styles – the zellij base, delicate stucco midriff and carved olivewood ceiling. In addition to its traditional character, Fez is also famous for its leather products available in the Tannaries, or leather bazaar (souq). After lunch, we will transfer to Tangier and end our day in this fascinating Moroccan city. Tangier has many of the things that travelers love – a sense of exotic mystery, interesting history, beautiful vistas, and unspoiled beaches. Hotel Accommodation: Golden Tulip Farah Hotel or Similar 5* Day 6**Sep 12 Tangier (B, L, D) After breakfast, we begin sightseeing in Tangier. First of all, we will view the Caves of Hercules. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions near the summer palace of the King of Morocco. After that, we will visit the Cap Spartal, which is above the Caves of Hercules. The Cap Spartal, known to Romans as Ampelusium ("cape of the vines") is a fertile area that sits high above the rocky coast. After lunch, we will visit the American Legation, the first American public property outside the United States that commemorated the historic, cultural, and diplomatic relations between the United States and the Kingdom of Morocco. It is now a cultural center, museum, and a research library, focusing on Moroccan Studies. Then we will visit Sultan’s Palace (Dar El Mekhzan), the historical residence for the Sultans of Morocco when staying in Tangier. This former apartment is used as a museum for Moroccan art. Its displays are from all over Morocco, such as firearms decorated with marquetry, carpets, silks from Fez, manuscripts, and so on. After visiting the art museum, we will do some shopping at the Socco Market, the colorful square where vendors offer a variety of second-hand goods, fruits and spices. Day 7**Sep 13 Tangier – Tarifa – Ronda – Malaga (B, L, D) This morning, we will say goodbye to Morocco and take a High Speed Vessel to Tarifa, the “tip of Spain”, and then transfer to Ronda. This city is a great place to relax and has been described as a romantic place in Spanish folklore. In the past, Ronda has fascinated travelers like Dumas and Hemingway. It is also a great introduction to bullfighting. At the Bullfight Museum, we will learn about the Institution of the Royal Cavalry Order of Ronda and its influence on the development and evolution of the art of bullfighting. Among the three bridges that divide the city of Ronda, the Puente Viejo (Old Bridge) is the oldest and smallest and the Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) is the newest and largest. After a glimpse of a Romantic’s favorite city, we will transfer to Malaga. Enjoy our dinner at our hotel. Hotel Accommodation: The Hilton Garden Inn Malaga or Similar 4* Day 8**Sep 14 Malaga – Granada – Malaga (B, L, D) Malaga is a briskly modern yet historic city that still has the atmosphere and swagger of a Mediterranean port. First, we will visit The Picasso Museum which has an enviable collection of 204 works, including some wonderful paintings of the Picasso family such as the heartfelt Paulo con gorro blanco, a portrait of Picasso’s eldest son painted in the 1920’s. The Alcazaba of Malaga is the best-preserved alcazaba (palatial fortification) in Spain and dates back to the 11th-century Moorish period. After lunch, we will head to Granada where the 1996 World Ski Championships were held. Today’s highlight is Alhambra Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in the 14th century and a magnificent example of Moorish architecture. Admire the ancient filigree, quiet courtyards and colossal walls. The name Generalife means “garden of the architect”. It was probably an architect's house that was passed on to the Arab kings and remodeled. The most beautiful and striking features in the Generalife gardens are the plants, the water with its continuous interplay with light, and its sounds. After this exciting day in Granada, we will head back to Malaga and enjoy our dinner. Day 9**Sep 15 Malaga – Cordoba – Seville (B, L, D) After breakfast, we continue our journey to Cordoba, the capital of an Islamic caliphate in the Middle Ages. Córdoba became the intellectual center of Europe and was also noted for its predominantly Muslim society that was tolerant toward its Christian and Jewish minorities. Today it is a moderately-sized modern city and its historic center was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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