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Magnificent Cities of Spain and Andalusia 7 Nights - With Turkish Airlines on May 15 (Eid al-Adha Special) (BCN-MAD)
Tour Program
Day 1: Istanbul – Barcelona
Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal 3 hours before departure. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart for Barcelona at 08:00 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1853. Upon our arrival at 10:45 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us in the area. Barcelona is a city that has gained worldwide fame as Spain's second largest city and the vibrant and enchanting capital of the Catalonia region. Washed by the warm waters of the Mediterranean, this magnificent city offers an unique combination of history, art, culture and entertainment. With its grand architecture, colorful streets, delicious cuisine and lively nightlife, Barcelona attracts millions of visitors every year. The city is like an open-air museum adorned with Antoni Gaudi's unique works. During our city tour in this beautiful city, places to be visited include La Sagrada Familia Church, Cristof Colomb Statue, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Square, Andalusia Arena, and Olympic Port. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Barcelona – Girona & Figueres (Dalí Museum) – Barcelona
After the breakfast served at the hotel, guests who wish may join an optional tour: The Pearls of Grand Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum) for 70 Euro. Our first stop on this tour is Girona. Located in northeastern Catalonia, about 100 kilometers north of Barcelona, Girona is a historic city famous for its medieval narrow streets, historical buildings, museums, churches, and city walls. Highlights of our tour here include the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, and the famous Jewish Quarter (El Call). Afterward, we head to the town of Figueres. Situated northeast of Girona, Figueres is known as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí. The city is closely associated with the life and works of the renowned Spanish painter. The most important tourist attraction in Figueres is the Salvador Dalí Museum. Dalí established this museum to leave something behind in his hometown and to exhibit his works. Today, it houses the largest collection of Dalí’s art, and since he designed every part of the building, it is often referred to as Dalí's greatest masterpiece. The museum contains over 4,000 works created by Dalí using various techniques. After the tour, we return to Barcelona. Guests who wish may also join an optional tour: Gaudi's Grand Masterpiece (Park Güell) & Gothic Quarter for 50 Euro. Our first stop on this tour is Park Güell. One of Antoni Gaudí's magnificent works, Park Güell is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the fairy-tale park, it creates a magical atmosphere with its colorful staircases and whimsical pavilions. After admiring Gaudí's masterpiece, our second stop is the Gothic Quarter. In the Gothic Quarter, you can feel the enchanting medieval atmosphere through its narrow, labyrinthine streets dating back to the Middle Ages, Gothic churches, romantic squares, and Roman walls, while marveling at its historic fabric. Among the most important structures in the neighborhood are the Barcelona Cathedral, Plaça Reial (Royal Square), Plaça del Rei (King's Square), and La Rambla. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Barcelona – Valencia
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off towards Valencia. Valencia is a historical and modern city located on the eastern coast of Spain, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. As Spain's third-largest city, Valencia attracts visitors with its rich history, culture, and art. Upon our arrival, the city tour will include the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Museum of Arts and Sciences, the historic Mercado Central market, and the Old Silk Exchange. After the tour, we will be transferred to our hotel, check into our rooms, and have free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Valencia – Granada
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off towards Granada. Granada is a city full of history and culture located in the heart of the Andalusia region. Granada is famous for its historical heritage, music and dance, breathtaking views, and the Alhambra Palace. The city is one of Spain's leading tourist destinations and hosts millions of visitors each year. During our city tour here, places to be visited include Gran Via Street, BibRambla and City Squares, Granada Cathedral (exterior), Madraza (Granada's first university), Silk Market, and the old Nasri Caravanserai. After our tour, guests who wish may join the Extra Grand Alhambra Palace Tour. (80 Euro) (There is a daily visitor limit at the Alhambra Palace, and our visit to the palace may be conducted excluding the harem depending on availability. We kindly request that you inform your travel agent about your participation status in this tour during reservation.) One of Granada's greatest treasures, the Alhambra Palace, is one of the most striking and impressive examples of Andalusian Islamic architecture. As one of the most visited historical sites in Spain, the Alhambra is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has gained worldwide fame. This famous monument was begun in the 13th century as a defensive fortress and palace on a plateau atop the Sabika hill overlooking Granada, with construction continuing until the 15th century. Due to the red earth used in its construction, it took on a reddish color and was named Alhambra, meaning "Red". Guests who wish may also join our Extra Grand Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy Quarter) tour after our tour. (60 Euro) Albaicin is a historic and enchanting neighborhood of Granada. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this area is famous for its narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and scenic hills. It bears traces of Andalusian Islamic culture and architecture and reflects Granada's history. After the tour here, we will watch the Gypsy show and their lifestyle while enjoying a drink in fully hand-carved caves. After our tour, return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Granada – Seville
After the morning breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Seville. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Seville is a city famous for its historical and cultural richness, located in the Andalusia region of Spain. During our city tour along the banks of the Guadalquivir River, we will first visit Maria Luisa Park and Plaza America, which include the Plaza de Espana. We will also see the Seville Cathedral (exterior view), the third largest cathedral in the world, where Christopher Columbus's tomb is located; right next to the cathedral stands the Giralda Minaret, the last remaining part of the mosque upon which the cathedral was built, commemorating the Umayyad Caliphate of Andalusia; and the Alcazar (exterior view), the former palace of the Castilian kings. Later, passing through the Archives of the Indies, where records of all sea voyages to the Americas up to the 19th century are kept, we will reach the narrow old streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, known as "old" Seville. At the end of our walk, after viewing the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower)—which served as the main campus of the University of Seville, formerly a tobacco factory and now a maritime museum—we will transfer back to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish may optionally join the spectacular Flamenco Fire Tour (55 Euro). Seville is one of the birthplaces of flamenco and is considered one of the most important centers of flamenco culture in Spain. The city is renowned for traditional flamenco performances, dance studios, and flamenco festivals and events. During our flamenco evening, you will be utterly mesmerized watching the flamenco dancers. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Seville – Cordoba – Mijas – Malaga – Seville
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, guests who wish may join the extra Grand Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) tour that will be organized. (140 Euro) Cordoba is a historic city located in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is famous for its historical and cultural richness, impressive architecture, and structures bearing traces of Andalusian Islamic culture. We will reach Cordoba with a 1.5-hour journey, where first the Guadalquivir River will welcome us. We will enter the city by walking over the historic Roman bridge and passing through the Roman gate. In this 2000-year-old city, our first stop will be the Great Mosque of Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, rising on 850 columns. Accompanied by our guide, we will witness the grandeur of this magnificent masterpiece while receiving fascinating information. After our tour inside the Cordoba Mosque, we will continue on foot, exploring the pristine old streets and seeing the ancient caravanserai and houses of Cordoba that reflect all the delicacies of Andalusian architecture. After the tour here, our second stop will be Mijas, a charming and traditional mountain town located in the province of Málaga in the southern part of Andalusia, Spain, famous especially for its whitewashed houses. Situated near the coast of Costa del Sol, Mijas stands out with both its sea views and its historic character. Mijas Pueblo, the historic part of the town, offers a postcard-like image with its narrow streets typical of Andalusian architecture, balconies decorated with flowers, and whitewashed houses. Although the town's origins date back to Ancient Rome and even the Phoenicians, its current character was largely shaped during the Muslim period of Andalusia. One of the most striking points of Mijas is the small bullfighting arena built on the town's hill and the ruins of Mijas Castle. After our tour, our final stop will be Malaga. On our Malaga tour, we will visit places such as Paseo de Parque (Park Avenue), Plaza de la Merced, the Jewish Quarter, Constitution Square, Larios Avenue, Puerto Marina (Harbor), La Alcazaba, and Gibralfaro Castle—the city where the famous painter Pablo Picasso was born. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Ecija. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Sevilla – Madrid
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Madrid. Along the way, guests who wish can join an additional Grand Toledo Tour (70 Euro). Located approximately 70 kilometers from Madrid, Toledo is a UNESCO-protected historic city that has been home to diverse cultures of the Iberian Peninsula, bearing traces of Roman, Visigothic, Muslim, and Christian civilizations. It is renowned for its magnificent medieval architecture and cultural heritage. During our tour of this open-air museum city, we will walk through historic narrow streets and see Spain's oldest cathedral, Toledo Cathedral (exterior), churches converted from Andalusian mosques, and countless other wonders. After the tour, we proceed to Madrid. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. As the capital of Spain, Madrid is among the most visited cities in the country due to its deep history and cultural richness. On our city tour of Madrid, we will visit: the Bullfighting Arena (exterior), Puerta de Alcalá and Plaza de la Independencia, the Cibeles Monument, the famous Gran Vía street, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Plaza Castilla, Atocha Train Station, the renowned Prado Museum (exterior), Plaza de España with statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, the Royal Palace (exterior), the nine-gated Plaza Mayor, and Sol Square. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Madrid to Istanbul
After the morning breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the airport at the time specified by the guide. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, Turkish Airlines flight TK1860 departs for Istanbul at 18:25. Arrival at 23:40 local time marks the end of our tour.
What's Included
- Airline tickets with Turkish Airlines for Istanbul – Barcelona / Madrid – Istanbul
- Airport taxes
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers
- 7 Nights – 8 Days accommodation with breakfast in 3* / 4* hotels
- Panoramic city tours of Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Seville, and Madrid
- Professional Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
- Visa Fee
- Exit Tax
- Travel Health Insurance
- Any services not explicitly included in the package price
- Museum and historical site entrance fees
- Extra tours and personal expenses
- Optional driver and guide tips
- Tourist City and Accommodation Taxes + Headphone System + Guide and Driver Tips (50 Euro) (To be paid to the guide on the first day of the tour)
General Information
Extra Tour Package: 450 Euro instead of 525 Euro
- Gems of Grand Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dalí Museum) (70 Euro)
- Gaudi’s Grand Monument (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter (50 Euro)
- Grand Alhambra Palace (80 Euro)
- Grand Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy) (60 Euro)
- Grand Flamenco Fire (55 Euro)
- Grand Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) (140 Euro)
- Grand Toledo Tour (70 Euro)
(Children aged 0 – 12 receive a 50% discount on the non-discounted price)
Important Notes:
• A passport valid for at least 6 months is required to cover the minimum tour duration for this tour.
• Atlas International acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline, and is subject to the 1955 Hague Protocol dated 28.09.
• During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number appearing on the passport must be entered into the system. Flight tickets are issued based on this information. Any flight ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests as no-show fees.
• The city where the plane lands may vary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for time changes made by airlines or any potential delays.
• Airline rules apply to group tickets; according to group ticket regulations, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also cannot be used.
• For most flights departing from Turkey, checked baggage allowance is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the visited countries, this allowance may drop to 15 kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not under the responsibility of Atlas International.
• If the number of participants for the package tour is insufficient, the cancellation will be communicated to the consumer 20 days in advance.
• The tour route specified in the program is an example route, and changes may occur in the actual tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. Sightseeing activities specified in the programs may be carried out on different days than indicated, at the guide’s discretion due to any reason.
• City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
• Sightseeing activities specified in the programs may be carried out on different days than indicated, at the guide’s discretion due to any reason.
• Extra tours can only be conducted with a minimum participation of 20 people. If participation is lower, they may still be conducted at the guide’s discretion, with prices adjusted if necessary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct these tours or excursions.
• Extra tours along the route will take place only if at least 10 members of the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be waited for at the stopover location.
• Tours or excursions that local authorities do not permit to be visited or accessed for any reason will not be conducted. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct these tours or excursions.
• Entrance fees for museums and historical sites are not included in the prices.
• Atlas International reserves the right to change hotel names, provided the star category remains the same.
• All hotel names mentioned in the programs, etc., are examples written to illustrate the star category and distance; they do not imply that accommodation will be made at the named hotels.
• In triple rooms, an extra bed arrangement applies; the third bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an additional foldable/collapsible bed.
• For children under 18 years of age who are not considered adults, if they do not travel with one or both parents, it is mandatory to have the required consent letters with them during the trip.
• In case of cancellation or changes, the “Atlas International Sales Contract” applies.
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