Diving into the authentic Spain 6 days / 5 nights Spain Be surprised … By Madrid, its nobility of the facades, the wide avenues drawn between two giant squares, the prestigious monuments, the churches laden with gold. Clearly, the royal style imposes its codes and its beautiful manners. Then by Costa del Sol with its places full of history, the Arab- Andalusian culture, the music that carries us away, the beach rosaries. It is Andalusia!! CountryNameSpain Day 1 Madrid Pick up at Madrid Barajas Welcome Cocktail Time to unpack Day 1 International Airport in the morning at your hotel and to refresh o Afternoon – Discovering Madrid The first afternoon of your trip starts with a highlights tour of the Spanish capital going from its more emblematic locations like the well-known Castellana Avenue, Cibeles square, Retiro park to the new quarter called Madrid Rio. The Tour will finish with an exclusive visit of the Royal Palace, a real jewel of Madrid which is the largest one in western Europe and still used by the Spanish Crown in Official Receptions, Presentation of Credentials and Official Events, such as State Meetings. At the end of the tour, a drink will be served on a city center Rooftop to enjoy an outstanding view on the city. o Typical Dinner Dinner served in one of the most traditional restaurants located in the heart of Madrid. Over the last decades it has kept the authenticity of the traditional Spanish cuisine with a typical decoration and converted it into an excellent address in Madrid. Overnight at the hotel CountryNameSpain Day 2 Madrid Breakfast at the hotel Day 2 o Discover the heart of Madrid Madrid of “the Austrian district” is the name given to Madrid at the time when the Habsburg dynasty reigned in Spain . This tour if going through the Renaissance and Baroque buildings of this period, the most picturesque in the city: Plaza Major, Puerta del Sol, Real Theatre, Opera house etc. Stop for a quick Tapas with a drink at San Miguel market, one of the main gastronomic markets in the world where guests can have a tour of the flavours coming from each corners of Spain. Lunch in one of the most popular gastronomic restaurants offering Basque cuisine with Mediterranean touches based on very fresh products. This restaurant is located 15 minutes walking from the Market and is located next to the old stables of Liria Palace. o Free time for shopping experience Shopping in Madrid has become one of the main activities of visitors to this city. The quality, quantity and variety of goods on offer is simply astounding and the main shopping areas add the incentive of being in architecturally rich settings so that you can combine shopping with a thorough knowledge of Madrid’s architecture. o Evening-Dinner at emblematic venue Memorable dinner at one of the symbolic location in Madrid, a real representation of the classical architecture that is so typical for Madrid. The venue is in an exceptional historical building on the Calle Alcalá, right in the heart of the city. Inhouse catering by the hand of a 1 Michelin star chef. Overnight at the hotel CountryNameSpain Day 3 Madrid & Malaga Breakfast at the hotel Time to pack for next destination Day 3 o Morning- Enjoy your morning in the capital Your third day starts with an à la carte morning based on the selection of your choice between various museums and places proposed: • THYSSEN-BORNEMISZA MUSEUM to discover the collection of the Thyssen Bornemisza Family over two generations. • PRADO MUSEUM to enjoy the well-known Spanish painters like Goya or Velazquez • NATIONAL MUSEUM OF REINA SOFIA to discover the famous “Guernica” painted by Picasso. • BERNABEU STADIUM for football lovers who want to be part of the Real Madrid for a morning. Lunch in one of restaurants located at Bernabeu stadium with a fantastic view on the stadium o Departure to Malaga – Costa del Sol Transfer to Madrid Atocha train Station. Trip to Malaga with AVE high speed train (around 2.50 hours) Upon request a train or wagon can be rented in exclusivity. o Seaside evening Located in a unique natural enclave in the Malaga capital, the beach and the sea make this restaurant an ideal place to enjoy Andalusian cuisine for your first evening. Possibility to have a show cooking sardine barbecue. Overnight at the hotel CountryNameSpain Day 4 Malaga Breakfast at the hotel Day 4 o Morning - Enjoy the Costa del Sol from a different angle What about discovering the Andalusian coast on board of an impressive Catamaran that can host up to 100 guests? Starting at the Puerto Banús harbour in Marbella, known for its luxury yachts, the boat takes you on a relaxing sail along the stunning coast where you might even spot dolphins! On board tapas and wine are served as appetizers before lunch. if interested, you can also book water activities such as jet skis, parasailing or a dive for your trip. Lunch at a well-known beach club in Marbella coast Free time afternoon at the beach Club to enjoy the sun and swimming activity savoring a nice cocktail. Shuttle back the whole afternoon for guests who prefer having free time in Malaga city o Gatsby evening in Malaga Transfer from your hotel to the venue by horse carriage. Cocktail in the garden before a dinner in this completely renovated late 19th century building that transport us back to the “Loring” dynasty in Malaga, when different cultural movements emerged, especially architectural ones. Possibility to add a casino entertainment with Gatsby actors to add a special touch. Overnight at the hotel CountryNameSpain Day 5 Ronda Breakfast at the hotel Day 5 o Morning- Discovering Ronda and its surroundings Departure to Ronda, the famous white village located around 1h30 driving from Malaga. “El Tajo” river separates the new city of Ronda which dates from the XVe century to the old towns which dates to the Arabic period. After a nice walk on” Puente nuevo”, the famous bridge made of stone offering fantastic views, let’s discovering the bullring of the new city, a legendary plaza from the 18th century, one of the city's most outstanding monuments. o Lunch time Oil tasting and appetizers in a fantastic farm of more than 25 hectares that promises to be a pioneering oleo tourism experience in our environment. Owners elaborate organic extra virgin olive oil since the last 90s in Ronda. Barbecue lunch outside followed by the possibility to visits organic orchards and vineyards decorated by famous’ artists sculptures, centuries-old olive groves as well as a small Hermitage form the XIX century and recently restored. o Spanish evening Last evening in a fantastic “ Cortijo”, beautiful Andalusian’s style farm composed by towers and typical courtyards located 10mn from Marbella. Typical dinner with horse shows, “venenciador” serving wines and Andalusian gastronomy in a relaxing and authentic Spanish way. Possibility to have a slight bullfighting demonstrations and how to manage a bull. Overnight at the hotel CountryNameSpain Day 6 Malaga Breakfast at the hotel and check out Time to pack… Day 6 o Morning- Explore the city that makes everybody feel at home! Your last day is dedicated to explore Malaga, a city full of life and history. It is famous for being the capital of the Costa del Sol, Picasso as well as its cathedral or the Pasaje Chinitas (chinitas passageway). The mild climate, its marvellous beaches, extraordinary gastronomy, the lavish popular culture of the streets, all contribute to a feeling of happiness, making anyone feel at home in Malaga. The tour takes you through Malaga´s history. After the tour you taste more of the authentic Andalusian cuisine having lunch at a famous Bodega offering traditional restaurant located in the historic centre of Malaga. o Afternoon- Free time It is time to finalize your last shopping and bring back some souvenirs from Spain ¡Hasta pronto Andalusia! Transfer to Málaga– Costa del Sol Airport and departure CountryNameSpain Muchas Gracias Spain OVATION SPAIN DMC Calle Tuset 32, 5º, 08006 Barcelona Spain Phone: +34 93 445 97 20 Calle Santa Engracia 151, Planta 1-1ª, 28003 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34 91 142 05 80 Contact us: [email protected] Visit our website: Ovation Spain & Portugal, offices in Barcelona – Madrid – Lisbon CountryName.