b'YOUR ITINERARY 11 DAY HOLIDAYFROM SPAINDay 1To stylish Biarritzthe worlds only preserved palatine3,195 PPOur holiday starts at London Stcity of the Islamic period. Once the Pancras as we travel on the Eurostarresidence of the Moorish leaders in Standard Premier Class to Paris.of Granada, this spectacular palace2024 Departures in: From here, we continue our journey tocomplex sits on a plateau overlookingAPR, MAY, SEPthe resort town of Biarritz in south- the city, with the fairytale Sierra west France for an overnight stay.Nevada mountains as its backdrop. 1 2 3 4Comfortable Explorer ratedDays 2-3Majestic MadridDay 8Crdoba and La MezquitaThis morning were transferred byAfter breakfast we travel by coach to coach to the railway station at IrunCrdoba, the third of Spains greatYOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES:for high-speed rail journey to Madrid.Moorish citiesonce the largestExpertise of a UK Tour Manager On arrival, we are taken on a guidedmetropolis in western Europe andfrom start to finishtour and introduced to Madrids mainanother remarkable UNESCO World sights, historical buildings and theHeritage site. After time to settleFirst Class rail and all transfers, citys vast green park, El Retiro. Ourin we are taken on a guided tourEurostar Standard Premiertour takes us past the magnificentof this beautiful city. We cross in to Palacio Real, or Royal Palace, still usedthe Old Town on the Roman Bridge,10 nights 3 and 4-Star hotel for state functions and filled withpassing the 14th-century Calahorraaccommodation including 2 nights impressive artworks and antiques.Tower, before continuing to thein a 4-Star hotels in Madrid, Seville, Day 3 is free to discover the manyMezquita, considered to be one ofCrdoba and Barcelona. Plus 2 nights wonders of the Spanish capital. Withinthe greatest remaining works ofin a 3-Star hotel in Granada andten minutes walk you can reachIslamic architecture in the world. 1 night in a 4-Star hotel in BiarritzPuerta del Sol and three of MadridsNext we explore the characterfulBreakfast each day and 5 dinnersworld-class art galleries, includingnarrow streets of Crdobas historic the Prado, which is a treasure troveJewish Quarter, which has an ancientAll tour excursionsof Spanish masters. For lunch, yousynagogue and other relics of thisGroup luggage transfers between could visit the popular Plaza Mayor, orimportant period of the citys history. hotels from Madrid to Barcelonamaybe try the San Miguel market to indulge in some authentic tapas. Days 9-10Vibrant Barcelona This morning we travel First Class TOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:to the Catalan capital of Barcelona, Touring the city of Madridtaking in where we have a guided tour. We its Royal Palace and artistic treasures see the astounding Sagrada Famlia, Gaudis fantastical unfinished Days 4-5Stunning Sevillecathedral, walk along the tree-lined This morning we travel into Andaluca,Las Ramblas and end our tour in the arriving in the exhilarating city ofGothic Quarter, or Barri Gtic.Seville and embark on a sightseeingOn Day 10, youre free to continue tour, visiting the historic Santa Cruzexploring this buzzing and cultural district. Our tour includes entrancecity. The Gothic Quarter contains the into Sevilles impressive cathedral, impressive Picasso museum, while the the largest Gothic building in Europe.old fishing village of El Poble Sec can Day 5 is a free to continue sightseeing.be reached by metro. There youll find You could explore the grand Plaza dewell-kept beaches, seafront eateries, Espaa, an area of colourful arches,and may enjoy a swim in the sea.ornate fountains and alcoves, orOr why not visit the incredible maybe spend time at the Real Alczar,Boqueria market, just off the Ramblas,Tour Code: ASG |per person based on 2 with interiors reflecting Moorish,and indulge in some mouth-wateringsharing. Deposit from 500 per person. Mujedar and Christian influence. tapas in an amazing atmosphere. Supplement for solo travellers from 900 Days 6-7Moorish GranadaTOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:To book and for Viewing the remarkable Sagrada Today we journey to the spectacularFamlia on a tour of Barcelona information go tocity of Granada in Standard Class. We begin with a sightseeing tour,greatrail.com/ASG24 Day 11Homeward bound visiting the Albaicn QuartertheWe travel by train through France toor call 01904 527168Moorish quarters of the city and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. WakingParis today, continuing to London St& speak to ourPancras by the Eurostar where our up on Day 7, we visit the breathtakinggrand tour comes to a conclusion. expert team.UNESCO-listed Alhambra, an icon and 105'