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PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE OCCUPANCY , ANDALUSIA EUR 2.025.-

AND MOROCCO Surplus single room EUR 740.-

SIB-Round trip 19 days/18 nights Surplus high season (Jul 1 – Oct 31) EUR 80.-

GROUP TOUR SET DEPARTURES 2021 A great tour to Portugal, Andalucia and Morocco: the ‘ruas’ and trams of , the jewels of Sevilla and the Arabic style at Rabat and Casablanca. An interesting combination of cultures, 03.05 10.05 17.05 architecture, history and traditions. We also include Madrid and Salamanca as the entrance gate 24.05 31.05 07.06 14.06 21.06 28.06 to this tour. They are on our way to Portugal anyway. Enjoy the magnificence of Lisbon and 05.07 12.07 19.07 Coimbra in Portugal before we head to Andalusia. Then, we will cross the Strait of Gibraltar with 26.07 02.08 09.08 a ferry to reach the African coast and Morocco. We will follow there the footsteps of the Almohad 16.08 23.08 30.08 Empire who ruled much of the Iberian Peninsula (Al-Andalus) and North Africa. This movement 06.09 13.09 20.09 was founded in South Morocco in the Atlas Mountains and ruled after overthrowing the 27.09 04.10 11.10 Almoravid dynasty. The kept extending their territory and by 1172 the Almohads ruled also Al- Andalus and all of Muslim Iberia. Nevertheless, in 1228 the Almohads were defeated by the INCLUDED SERVICES • Guided visits in Madrid, Porto, Lisbon, Nasrid dynasty who rose to power in Granada until 1248. Cordoba, Seville, Rabat, Casablanca, Along with the Almoravid period preceding it, the Almohad period is considered one of the most Marrakech, Meknes, Fez, Granada formative stages of Moroccan and Moorish architecture, establishing many of the forms and (Alhambra & Generalife Gardens), Toledo motifs that were refined in subsequent centuries. The main sites of Almohad architecture and art and panoramic sightseeing tours as per the itinerary include Fes, Marrakesh, Rabat, Cordoba, Granada and Seville. The Almohads were also prolific • Tour escort during the tour builders of fortifications and forts across their realm. They were responsible for building (or • Air-conditioned deluxe motor-coach rebuilding) the city walls of Cordoba, Seville, Fes, and Taza, as well as many smaller forts and • Accommodation at selected class castles across Morocco and southern Spain and Portugal. • Daily Breakfast and 12 dinners • Travel insurance.

DAY 1 (Monday) ARRIVAL IN MADRID NOT INCLUDED After your international flight to Spain and arrival at the International Airport in Madrid, o International and domestic Flights o Meals or other Tours not mentioned in the reception and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, be part of a panoramic tour of Madrid by itinerary coach to see its exquisite Renaissance and Baroque-style buildings, become engrossed in Jose o Personal expenses Bonaparte’s architectural work of the 19th century, including the world-famous Prado Museum, o Tips for guides, drivers and porters visit the modern and contemporary avenues of Madrid and join a one-hour walking tour through the streets of the historic city center of Madrid. Back to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure for private activities or shopping. Overnight at selected hotel. DAY 2 (Tuesday) MADRID – AVILA – SALAMANCA – PORTO Breakfast at the hotel. Today start our journey driving to Avila. A city that preserves its medieval wall. Short stop to know its walled and old town. Then to Salamanca. Free time in this University City Heritage of Humanity of great architectural and artistic wealth. Departure to the Portuguese border until you reach Porto. Accommodation. (B) (L) DAY 3 (Wednesday) PORTO Breakfast. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European centres, and its core was proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. We admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and church. In the afternoon, possibility of an optional visit to a famous winery with tasting of its world-famous “port wine”. Accommodation. (B) DAY 4 (Thursday) PORTO – COIMBRA – FATIMA Breakfast. Departure to Coimbra. City seat of one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. Free time. Then to Fatima. Center of the Christian Faith and World Pilgrimage Sanctuary with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria place where the Virgin Mary appeared. The Chapel of the Apparitions, heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three shepherds, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta. At night possibility to attend the procession of the candles. Accommodation. (B)

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DAY 5 (Friday) FATIMA – BATALHA – NAZARE – ALCOBAÇA – LISBON Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré. Free time and continue to Alcobaça (World Heritage) visit the XII C. church and admire the tombs of Pedro and Inés de Castro and then to Lisbon. Accommodation. Optional night tour to attend a show of Fado, typical Portuguese song and music. (B) DAY 6 (Saturday) LISBON Breakfast at the hotel. Morning sightseeing tour of the ancient Olissipo, drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Coach Museum, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square, Liberty Avenue. Afternoon at leisure for you to catch the nostalgic corners of Quarter, the old city gathered next to its Castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting “Ruas” full of color housing the genuine “tabernas” where Fado sounds as a missing past. Accommodation at the hotel.. (B) DAY 7 (Sunday) LISBON – CACERES – CORDOBA Breakfast at the hotel. Departure at 07:30 hrs. to Caceres considered as World Heritage place because of the city’s blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. Walk through its Plaza Mayor and the Old Town with its famous Medieval Quarter. Afterwards, continue towards Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) DAY 8 (Monday) CORDOBA – SEVILLE Breakfast at the hotel. 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. (B) (D) DAY 9 (Tuesday) SEVILLE 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) with his tower, La Giralda which once was the tower of the Mosque founded by the Almohads, a 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 flavors of this active full of light city. We recommend to visit the “Reales Alcazares de Sevilla” and get into the Cathedral. There are also many cafes and bars where you can see flamenco shows. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 10 (Wednesday) SEVILLE – RONDA – COSTA DEL SOL After breakfast at the hotel drive south passing typical villages. Reach Ronda; free time to admire this town of Celtic origin and the marvelous view of the valley and mountain range. In the afternoon continue on to the Costa del Sol, one of the most modern and important international tourist areas. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 11 (Thursday) COSTA DEL SOL Breakfast, dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the wonderful beaches of the Costa del Sol and surrounding areas. Optional tours, for instance to Malaga, the most important city in Andalusia with a great content of history and art. Or take an excursion to Nerja and admire its breath-taking caves. Our guide will help you to take the right decision. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 12 (Friday) COSTA DEL SOL – TARIFA – TANGIER – RABAT –CASABLANCA After breakfast at the hotel drive along the picturesque tourist route of Costa del Sol, arrive to Tarifa where a ferry boat will be used for a short and interesting crossing of the strait of Gibraltar towards Africa. Arrival to Tangier, disembark, clear customs and drive southwards via Larache to Rabat, diplomatic and administrative capital, official residence of the King Mohamed VI. City tour visiting the important sights as the Royal Palace from outside, Mohamed V Mausoleum, the unfinished Hassan Tower which are important examples of the Almohade architecture. Afterwards, departure to Casablanca, current industrial and economic capital and the most populated city housing a 10% of the country population. Time at leisure. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D)

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DAY 13 (Saturday) CASABLANCA – MARRAKECH Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic city tour through the most interesting sections of the city, Anfa Boulevard, Nations square, residential areas and visit from the outside of the Hassan II grand mosque. Departure towards Marrakech. Marrakech capital of the South, which is located within an extensive oasis between the Atlas Mountains and the pre-desert area. City sightseeing, including the Koutoubia Tower, twin tower of the Giralda in Seville, Saadines Tombs and Bay Palace, walk around the medina, souks and the magic Jma El Fna Square, which is packed with fortune tellers, snake tamers, acrobats, dancers, all making the center of the city an open-air theatre that requires the participation of the audience. Don’t forget your camera. Dinner and accommodation at hotel. Optional dinner and show at Chez Ali Fantasia. Accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 14 (Sunday) MARRAKECH – MEKNES – FEZ After breakfast northeast departure to Meknes, old walled (40 Km.) imperial city located in the heart of the Mid Atlas. Panoramic tour; admire the great Bab Al Mansour Gate, Morocco’s most beautiful Gate and the most well-known monument in town. Afterwards departure to Fez, the most monumental one of the Imperial Cities, its University of “Karaouyne” is the largest Islamic sanctuary in Morocco, ancient theological schools, etc. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 15 (Monday) FEZ Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning city tour of the most ancient and monumental of the Imperial Cities visiting the most interesting points: the 7 gates of the Royal Palace, Jewish Quarters or Mellah, gate of Bab Bou Jelous and walking tour of the “Medina” (Old City), declared World Heritage Site. Afternoon free. Dinner and accommodation at hotel. Optional dinner with show. (B) (D) DAY 16 (Tuesday) FEZ – TANGIER – TARIFA – COSTA DEL SOL After breakfast at the hotel departure to Tangier. Transfer to the pier to board the ferry to return across the strait of Gibraltar back to Spain. Drive towards the Costa del Sol. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (B) (D) DAY 17 (Wednesday) COSTA DEL SOL Breakfast, dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the wonderful beaches of the Costa del Sol and surrounding areas. Optional tours. (B) (D) DAY 18 (Thursday) COSTA DEL SOL – GRANADA After breakfast at the hotel departure towards the city of 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. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. Optional Gipsy Flamenco show at Sacromonte Square. (B) (D) DAY 19 (Friday) GRANADA– TOLEDO– MADRID Breakfast at the hotel. Drive northward where it emerges, toward the sky of Castilla and surrounded by the Tagus River, the impressive Imperial city of Toledo –World Heritage City- where the three cultures Christians, Moorish and Jewish, have lived together. Resume of the Spanish art, history and spirituality the whole town is a National Monument. Short guided tour of this historical old town through its narrow streets. Then proceed with a visit to a famous “Damasquinado” (gold and silver inlaying in iron) factory. Continue to Madrid. END OF OUR SERVICES (B)

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