Click Book Online for pricing!
Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to your hotel and settle in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, or start exploring at your own pace.
Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your guided tour of Madrid. Explore the historic center on foot, discovering iconic squares including Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Plaza de la Villa.
Then board your coach for a panoramic tour of the city’s landmarks. See Madrid’s oldest bridge and enjoy impressive views of the Royal Palace before continuing along Gran Vía. Visit Las Ventas Bullring, pass the Cibeles Fountain and Puerta de Alcalá, and see the famous Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
On the return journey, travel along Calle Serrano and past Atocha Station. The tour ends at the Plaza de Oriente parking area, opposite the Royal Palace.
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Madrid at your own pace. Overnight in Madrid. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, travel west toward Extremadura and its historic capital, Mérida. Renowned for its UNESCO-listed archaeological heritage, the city preserves a remarkable Roman legacy, including its theater, amphitheater and Roman bridge.
Enjoy free time to explore Mérida at your own pace before continuing to Córdoba, once the capital of the Caliphate and one of Spain’s great historic cities. Overnight in Córdoba. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Sercotel Córdoba, Córdoba, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, discover Córdoba’s magnificent Mosque-Cathedral on a guided tour, then stroll through the narrow, winding streets of the historic Jewish Quarter.
In the afternoon, travel approximately two hours to Seville, the vibrant capital of Andalusia. Overnight in Seville. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Ilunion Alcora, Seville, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, discover Seville’s grand monuments and iconic landmarks on a panoramic city tour. Explore the charming Santa Cruz Quarter, where narrow streets and picturesque squares evoke the city’s literary and operatic traditions.
Visit the leafy María Luisa Park and magnificent Plaza de España, two of Seville’s most celebrated attractions.
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Seville at your own pace, sample local flavors and soak up its vibrant Andalusian atmosphere. Overnight in Seville. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Ilunion Alcora, Seville, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, travel south through traditional Andalusian villages to Ronda. Enjoy free time to explore this historic town and admire spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
Continue to the Costa del Sol, southern Spain’s renowned Mediterranean holiday destination. Spend the afternoon at leisure to relax and enjoy its coastal atmosphere. Overnight on the Costa del Sol. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Sol Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day at leisure on the Costa del Sol. Relax on its beautiful beaches, explore the surrounding area at your own pace, or join an optional excursion offered by the Tour Leader. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Sol Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, or similar
Travel along the Costa del Sol to Algeciras or Tarifa, where you will board a ferry for the crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco.
Upon arrival, disembark and complete customs formalities before continuing by coach to Fez, one of Morocco’s great historic cities.
Dinner and overnight in Fez. Meals: B, D
Accommodation at the Menzeh Zalagh, Fez, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, discover Fez, the oldest of Morocco’s Imperial Cities, on a morning sightseeing tour. Admire the seven gates of the Royal Palace, explore the historic Jewish Quarter, known as the Mellah, and see the iconic Bab Bou Jeloud gate.
Walk through the UNESCO-listed Medina of Fez, where winding lanes and centuries-old architecture reveal the city’s rich cultural heritage.
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Fez at your own pace. Dinner and overnight in Fez. Meals: B, D
Accommodation at the Menzeh Zalagh, Fez, or similar
After breakfast, depart early for Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Discover its iconic landmarks, including the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Hassan Tower.
Continue to Casablanca to explore United Nations Square and the scenic Corniche Boulevard, and admire the exterior of the magnificent Hassan II Mosque.
Enjoy free time for lunch en route before continuing to Marrakech. In the evening, you may choose an optional traditional dinner and the Fantasia show at Chez Ali, held beneath caidal tents. Overnight in Marrakech. Meals: B
Accommodation at the El Andalous, Marrakech, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, discover Marrakech, the “Pearl of the South,” on a morning city tour. Begin at the peaceful Menara Gardens, with their distinctive pavilion and extensive olive groves, before admiring the exterior of the iconic Koutoubia Minaret.
Continue into the historic city to visit Bahia Palace, then explore lively Jemaa el-Fna Square, the gateway to the medina and bustling souks. Discover traditional crafts and colorful stalls showcasing woodwork, ceramics, leather goods and spices.
After lunch at the hotel, depart for Casablanca. Dinner and overnight in Casablanca. Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation at the Kenzi Basma, Casablanca, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, travel to Tangier and transfer to the port for your ferry crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain. Upon arrival, continue to the Costa del Sol and settle in at your hotel. Overnight on the Costa del Sol. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Sol Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day at leisure on the Costa del Sol. Relax on its beautiful beaches, explore the surrounding area at your own pace, or join an optional excursion. Overnight on the Costa del Sol. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Sol Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, or similar
After breakfast, travel to Granada, the last stronghold of Moorish rule in Spain until 1492. Visit the world-renowned Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens, whose intricate architecture and beautiful surroundings inspired Washington Irving’s *Tales of the Alhambra*.
In the evening, enjoy the option to attend a traditional Zambra flamenco show. Overnight in Granada. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Los Abades Nevada, Granada, or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, travel north to Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and settle in. Overnight in Madrid. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Meliá Castilla, Madrid, or similar
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your transfer to Madrid Airport for your departure flight, bringing your journey to a close. Meals: B