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2011 Departures on Mondays: Sept 5, 12, 19,
26, Oct 3, 10, 24, Nov 7, 21, Dec 5, 19 2011
2012 Departures on Mondays : Jan 2, 16, 30, Feb 13, 27, Mar 12, 26 2012
2012 Departures on Mondays: Apr 2, 16, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, Jun 11, 25,
Jul 9, 23, Aug 6, 20, Sep 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 15, 29, Nov 12, 26, Dec 10, 17,
24 2012
2013 Departures on Mondays: Jan 7, 21, Feb 4, 18, Mar 4, 11, 18 2013
Spain Portugal Escorted Tour Itinerary Sep 2011- March 2013:
Day 1, Monday: MADRID
Arrival at Madrid airport. After clearing simple immigration and customs formalities, you will be transferred to your First Class hotel. It is suggested you take advantage of the free time to get to know one of Europe's most dynamic capital cities. In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious "tapas". PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a Tapas Dinner tonight. Return to your hotel at your own convenience. Accommodations.
Day 2, Tuesday: MADRID
Buffet breakfast. This morning's escorted sightseeing tour will allow you to get a glimpse of some of Madrid's most outstanding attractions, like the Puerta del Sol, the magnificent fountains of Neptune and Cibeles, the stately Alcala Gate, the busy Gran Via, the Plaza de Espaņa and the Plaza de Oriente. Free time for luncheon on your own.
Free afternoon to explore Madrid’s famous Art Museums or perhaps take an optional tour to the Imperial former capital city of
Toledo (Euro 45 per person booked locally with guide), where you will be escorted through its narrow cobblestone streets, soaking up the medieval atmosphere. Touring will include the interior of the magnificent Gothic cathedral and a visit to St. Tome Church, where
El Greco's masterpiece painting is displayed. There will also be some time for shopping for the unique typical local artisanry. Accommodations.
Day 3, Wednesday: -
MADRID-SEGOVIA-AVILA-SALAMANCA
Buffet breakfast. Departure into old Castile and the magnificent medieval
city of Segovia, with its 2000 year old Roman aqueduct and impressive Alcazar
Castle. Pause in Avila to admire the perfectly preserved 11th century city walls
before continuing to the charming old university city of Salamanca. Afternoon
city tour. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a dinner. Tonight a walk through the
beautiful main plaza, always lively with activity, is recommended.
Accommodations
Day 4, Thursday: - SALAMANCA-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Buffet breakfast. Departure toward the North of Spain, entering in Galicia.
Arrival to the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela. In the afternoon guided
tour of the old city of Santiago de Compostela and its beautiful Cathedral
Tonight we can have in the Hotel a nice dinner. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes dinner.
Accommodations.
Day 5, Friday: - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA –
VIGO – GUIMARAES – BRAGA - PORTO
Buffet breakfast. Departure toward the galician south coast and the city of
Vigo, then crossing the Portugal frontier we arrive to Guimaraes and Braga two
nice and historic citys of the north of Portugal. Free time and continuation of
our trip to Oporto the beautiful and rich city of the north Portugal, noted for
its namesake Port wines. Accomodation.
Day 6 Saturday: PORTO
Buffet breakfast. local guided city visiting one local winery. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a typical lunch. Afternoon free. Accommodations.
Day 7 Sunday: OPORTO – COIMBRA - FATIMA – OBIDOS - LISBON
Buffet breakfast. Departure to the quaint university city of Coimbra and the famous shrine of Fatima. Frre time for lunch (PREMIUM PACKAGE includes luncheon) On to the charming medieval walled village of Obidos, with some time for a stroll around before continuing to Lisbon.
Tonight enjoy an optional opportunity to
listen to the hauntingly beautiful Fado music while enjoying a delicious dinner. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes Fado
show and dinner. Accommodations.
Day 8, Monday: LISBON
Buffet breakfast. Morning tour of this ancient and lovely city overlooking the Tagus River. Admire its splendid avenues and monuments like the Tower of Belem and the Jeronimos Monastery. Afternoon free, with a strong recommendation to visit the charming villages of Sintra and Cascais
(this tour included in PREMIUM PACKAGE). Accommodations.
Day 9 Tuesday: LISBON - MERIDA - MADRID
Buffet breakfast. Departure toward the Spanish border, stop in Merida to admire
the impressive Roman Amphitheatre archeological site. Lunch is included in
Premium Package. Continue to Madrid for late afternoon arrival.
Passengers taking the 9day tour will have a transfer out to LIsbon airport after breakfast on Day 9.
Day 10 Wednesday: MADRID
Buffet breakfast and transfer at the appropriate time to Madrid airport.
PRICE 2011 APRIL - 2012 MARCH:
| Price in Euro ($ rate varies depending the exchange) per person based on double occupancy | 8nights/9days tour Madrid to Lisbon |
9nights/10days tour Madrid to Madrid |
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| 3star hotels Category Confort |
4star hotels Category Plus |
3star hotels Category Confort |
4star hotels Category Plus |
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| April - June 2011 | 880 | 995 | 960 | 1090 |
| July / August 2011 | 865 | 980 | 935 | 1055 |
| Sept / Oct 2011 | 880 | 995 | 960 | 1090 |
| Nov 2011 - 26 March 2012 | 855 | 955 | 930 | 1030 |
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Single Room Supplement Apr - Oct 2011 |
290 | 445 | 325 | 505 |
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Single room supplement Nov 2011 - 26 Mar 2012 |
280 | 405 | 315 | 460 |
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PREMIUM PACKAGE Supplement |
200 | 220 | ||
PRICE 2012 APRIL - 2013 MARCH:
| Price in Euro ($ rate varies depending the exchange) per person based on double occupancy | 8nights/9days tour Madrid to Lisbon |
9nights/10days tour Madrid to Madrid |
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| 3star hotels Category Confort |
4star hotels Category Plus |
3star hotels Category Confort |
4star hotels Category Plus |
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| 1 April - June 25 2012 | 960 | 1060 | 1040 | 1145 |
| 9 July - 20 August 2012 | 930 | 1020 | 995 | 1095 |
| 3 Sept - 15 Oct 2012 | 960 | 1060 | 1040 | 1145 |
| 29 Oct 2012 - March 2013 | 890 | 995 | 975 | 1075 |
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Single Room Supplement Apr - Oct 15 2012 |
350 | 480 | 375 | 525 |
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Single room supplement 28 Oct 2012 - Mar 2013 |
340 | 440 | 365 | 470 |
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PREMIUM PACKAGE Supplement |
210 | 230 | ||
* US$ price varies depending on the exchange rate
Discount for 3rd person in a room: 10%
Discount for one child 3-11 years sharing room with 2 adults:
25%
Discount for one child 0-2 years (if sharing seat on the bus with parents) and
sharing room with 2adults: 90%
In case a family is traveling together - 2 adult and 2 children (less than 12 years old) each of the two child will have 10% discount (two separate double room) - discount on request and it is subject to availability at the time of booking
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Optional PREMIUM PACKAGE includes:
“Tapas” dinner in Madrid
Dinner in Salamanca
Dinner in Santiago
Lunch in Oporto
Lunch in Fatima
Dinner and Fados Show in Lisbon
Tour of Sintra and Cascais
Lunch in Merida (only with the 10 days tour)
Hotels used or similar for departures 2011 - March 2013:
Category Confort Hotels
Madrid Florida Norte / Convencion ****
Salamanca Catalonia Plaza ****
Santiago Torres de Compostela **** (until Mar 2012) - Tryp Snatiago**** (from
Apr 2012)
Porto Ipanema / Vila Gale ****
Lisbon Altis Park / Don Manuel **** (until Mar 2012) - Sana Metropolitan/Alif
Avenida**** (from Apr 2012)
Category Plus Hotels
Madrid Catalonia Centro / Tryp Atocha / Rafael Atocha (from Apr 2012) ****
Salamanca Catalonia Plaza ****
Santiago NH Obradoiro *****
Oporto Tiara Park Atlantic Porto*****
Lisbon Tiara Park Atlantic Lisboa*****
EXTRA NIGHTS BEFORE AND
AFTER THE TOUR
(maximum stay 2nights for this special rate - price for additional nights on
request)
EXTRA NIGHTS IN MADRID BEFORE OR AFTER
THE TOUR (FOR TOURS STARTING OR ENDING IN MADRID)
rates Jan 2011 - 14 Mar 2012
Prices in Euro per person:
CATALONIA CENTRO/TRYP ATOCHA (CATEGORY PLUS)
73 EUR Per person based on double occupancy
66 EUR Per person based on triple occupancy
138 EUR Per person based on single occupancy
NH PARQUE AVENIDAS/FLORIDA NORTE (CATEGORY CONFORT)
69 EUR Per person based on double occupancy
66 EUR per person based on triple occupancy
131 EUR per person based on single occupancy
AH MURALTO/ TRYP GRAN VIA (CATEGORY CONFORT)
55 EUR Per person based on double occupancy
51 EUR Per person based on triple occupancy
102 EUR Per person based on single occupancy
EXTRA NIGHTS IN BARCELONA BEFORE OR AFTER THE TOUR (FOR
TOURS STARTING OR ENDING IN BARCELONA) rates Jan 2011 - 14 Mar 2012
Prices in Euro per person:
CATEGORY PLUS
73 EUR Per person based on double occupancy
69 EUR Per person based on triple occupancy
138 EUR Per person based on triple occupancy
CATEGORY CONFORT
66 EUR Per person based on double occupancy
59 EUR Per person based on triple occupancy
109 EUR Per person based on single occupancy
EXTRA NIGHTS IN MADRID BEFORE OR AFTER
THE TOUR (FOR TOURS STARTING OR ENDING IN MADRID)
rates 15 Mar 2012 - March 2013
Prices in Euro per person:
CATALONIA CENTRO/Rafael Atocha (CATEGORY PLUS) -
15Mar'12 - 31Oct'12
80 EUR Per person based on double occupancy / 145 EUR Per person based on single
occupancy/ Triple 78 EUR per person
1Nov'12 - 15Mar'13
70 EUR per person based on double occupancy / 130 EUR per person based on single
occupancy ./ Triple 67 Eur per person
FLORIDA NORTE (CATEGORY CONFORT)
15Mar'12- 31Oct'12
70 EUR Per person based on double occupancy / 120 EUR per person based on single
occupancy/ Triple 68 EUR per person
1Nov'12-15Mar'13
60 EUR per person based on double occupancy / 105 EUR per person based on single
occupancy / triple 58 EUR per person
EXTRA NIGHTS IN BARCELONA BEFORE OR AFTER THE TOUR (FOR
TOURS STARTING OR ENDING IN BARCELONA)
rates 15 Mar 2012 - March 2013
Prices in Euro per person:
CATEGORY PLUS - Hotel Tryp Apolo
15Mar-31Oct'12
85 EUR Per person based on double occupancy/ 165 EUR Per person based on single
/ triple EUR 83 per person
1Nov'12 - 15Mar'13
75 EUR per person based on double occupancy / EUR 145 per person based on single
/ triple EUR 73 per person
CATEGORY CONFORT - Hotel NH Les Corts
15Mar'12-31Oct'12
70 EUR Per person based on double occupancy / 130 EUR Per person based on single
occupancy / triple Eur 68 per person
1Nov'12-15Mar'13
60 EUR per person based on double occupancy / 110 EUR per person based on single
occupancy / triple EUR 58 per person
EXTRA NIGHTS IN COSTA DEL SOL AFTER THE TOUR (FOR
TOURS ENDING IN COSTA DEL SOL)
rates 15 Mar 2012 - March 2013
Prices in Euro per person:
CATEGORY PLUS AND CATEGORY CONFORT- Melia Costa Del Sol
15 Mar 2012 - 30Jun'12/1Oct - 30Nov'12
75 EUR Per person based on double occupancy/ 140 EUR Per person based on single
/ triple EUR 73 per person
1Jul-30Sep'12
125 EUR Per person based on double occupancy/ 185 EUR Per person based on single
/ triple EUR 121 per person
1Nov'12 - 15Mar'13
65 EUR per person based on double occupancy / EUR 120 per person based on single
/ triple EUR 63 per person