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| Day 1: USA - MADRID |
| We take an overnight flight to the capital of Spain, Madrid, and start our exciting 8 days tour. |
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| Day 2: MADRID |
| Upon arrival in Madrid airport, we will visit Puerta del Sol, Cibeles Fountain and Plaza Espana. |
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| Day 3: MADRID – CORDOBA - SEVILLE |
| This morning, we will visit the Royal Palace first, then drive south to the city of Cordoba. On our arrival our sightseeing tour will highlight the Mosque of the Caliphs and the medieval synagogue. Then we proceed to Seville, which is located in the Southeast of Spain. Tonight, an optional traditional Flamenco Dance will be arranged. |
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| Day 4: SEVILLE - GRANADA |
| We will start our sightseeing tour in the morning, featuring the dramatic Seville Cathedral, Plaza Espana, the Jewish Quarter of Santa Cruz, the colorful Maria Luisa Park, and the Giralda Tower. Proceed east to the 14th century Nazari Kingdom of Granada, a place of ancient and mystery. During the journey, we shall see the unforgettable view of gypsy cave dwellings on the hills. |
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| Day 5: GRANADA - VALENCIA |
| Today we will begin with a city tour of Granada, including Alhambra and the Generalife Garden. Alhambra is a series of palaces and gardens built under the Nazari Dynasty in the 14th Century. This mighty compound of buildings includes the summer palace called Generalife, with its fountains and gardens. Afterwards, our tour will drive along the coastline to Valencia, once a royal capital and now a sunny garden city surrounded by orange groves. |
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| Day 6: VALENCIA - BARCELONA |
| Orientation starts with a delightful drive past landmarks such as the Town Hall, La Lonja, Cathedral, and the massive gateway towers of Serranos and Quart. In the afternoon we proceed to Barcelona – the second biggest city in Spain. The capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is also known as the city of Gaudi, world-renown architect. |
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| Day 7: BARCELONA |
| A panoramic drive will take us to all the most important sights of the city: the Rambla Street, Catalonian Square, and the Columbus Monument at the pier. We will continue to visit the 1992 Summer Olympic Site, Gaudi’s stunningly unique and still unfinished Holy Family Church (outside photo shoot only). |
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| Day 8: MADRID - USA |
| After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport for return flight back to USA.
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