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Portugal Gibraltar and Spain Tours for Young Adults, 18-35
years old - from US$1399 Single? We'll
match you with a roommate! Triples are available
too.
13-day tour -Starting at $1069 (land only)  Sensuous
Spanish cities, the sun-soaked Costa del Sol and
Portugal's lively Lisbon beckon you in this active
13 night tour. Your travel companions hail from
Australia, New Zealand, North America and Britain.
Single?
Nearly half of the tour participants are traveling
solo. We can match you with a roommate (same sex of
course) to save the single occupancy supplement.
Year round departures will fit everyone's vacation
time. Fall in love with the beauty,
history, and culture of Spain and Portugal! This
tour's got a fantastic combination of excellent
beaches, rich cultural heritage and vibrant, lively
cities for you to enjoy. Trip
Itinerary: Arrive Madrid.
After checking in to your hotel, the rest of the day
is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This
evening, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travelers.
Madrid to Cordoba. Today begins with a
morning drive to Toledo, where we see the Gothic
Cathedral and El Greco's house. We then head south
into the heart of Andalusia. (B,D)
Cordoba to Granada. This morning will be
spent discovering this fascinating old city
including the Mosque of the Caliphs. Time to shop
for famed Cordovan Leather. We continue south
towards the Sierra Nevada Mountains to hilltop
Granada. Later this afternoon visit the Alhambra
Palace, former residence of the Moorish Kings. (B,D)
Granada to Mijas - Costa del Sol. This
morning your chance to further explore Granada and
the Albaicinian district of the city steeped in
Moorish history. In the afternoon, we head towards
Mijas and nearby Torremolinos, the most popular and
lively Mediterranean resort on the Costa del Sol. (B)
Costa del Sol at leisure. A full day to relax
and do as you please - catch some sun on the nearby,
gorgeous sandy beaches, go shopping or soak up the
atmosphere at one of the resort's many open-air
cafes. Tonight party Spanish-style at the local
tapas bars. (B)
Mijas to Seville. Back on the road again
passing the millionaires resort of Marbella and on
to La Linea. We cross to the imposing Rock of
Gibraltar, where you have a chance to see the famous
Barbary Apes which inhabit the rock. Then on to the
1992 World Expo city of Seville. Enjoy the
Andalusian cuisine tonight. (B)
Please note: The visit to Gibraltar is subject
to visa requirements.
Seville Sightseeing. Our city tour this
morning includes many of Seville's important sights,
like the Maria Luisa Park. Take the opportunity to
visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus and the
Giralda. Later tonight why not enjoy a spectacular
flamenco show? (B,D)
Seville to Lisbon. Heading north we cross the
Portuguese border, we stop at Elvas with its 16th
century aqueduct before crossing into Portugal and
its capital - Lisbon. Explore Rossio Square and
later stroll out and listen to the haunting Fado
melodies in the Bairro Alto? (B)
Lisbon Sightseeing. The beautiful medieval
quarter Belem Tower, monument to the discoveries and
magnificent sweeping views over the Tejo River are
included in this morning's sightseeing tour. Your
afternoon is free, giving you time to shop for Lisbon's
famous ceramics and cork products. (B,D)
Lisbon to Salamanca. A scenic morning drive
takes us into the Serra d'Aire Mountains to visit
the shrine of Fatima, the scene of celebrated
religious miracles. A chance to taste local port
before arriving in the lively student city of
Salamanca. (B,D)
Salamanca to Madrid. Time to explore this
university city before visiting the walled city of
Avila. As we enter Madrid a panoramic tour including
Puerto Del Sol. (B,D)
Madrid Sightseeing. Morning sightseeing
includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace, plus an
opportunity to visit the Valley of the Fallen. The
rest of the day is free, perhaps visit the Bull Ring
or shop for leather and famous Lladr porcelain. Why
not have a farewell dinner to mark the end of a
memorable tour? (B)
Please note: Tour of the Royal Palace may be
substituted with a tour of the Prado if the Royal
Family is in residence.
Depart Madrid. Time to swap addresses and say
goodbye as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
RATES
• Dates/rates subject to change and
verification. Please confirm with us at time of
booking
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Year
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Start
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Finish
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Land Only price
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Land and Air Price
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Booking
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2005
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Oct. 30
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Nov. 12
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US$1,229
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US$2,039
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Nov. 27
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Dec. 10
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US$1,149
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US$1,704
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Dec. 18
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Dec. 31
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US$1,209
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US$1,984
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Dec. 25 †
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Jan. 07
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US$1,209
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US$1,764
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2006
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Jan. 01
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Jan. 14
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US$1,149
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US$1,704
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Jan. 15
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Jan. 28
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US$1,149
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US$1,704
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Feb. 12
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Feb. 25
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US$1,149
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US$1,704
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Mar. 12
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Mar. 25
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US$1,149
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US$1,704
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*These prices are correct at the time of the website
going live, however are subject to confirmation at
the time of booking. |
