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Magnificent Spain and Andalusian Cities: 7 Nights with Thy, March 6 (Special for Eid al-Fitr) (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 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1857 at 07:55. Upon arrival at local time 10:25, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us in the area. Barcelona is a world-renowned city, 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 decorated with Antoni Gaudi's unique works. During our city tour in this beautiful city, La Sagrada Familia Church, Cristof Colomb Statue, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Square, Andalusia Arena, Olympic Port are among the places to be visited. 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 we will have at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour "Pearls of Grand Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum)" for an additional fee. (70 Euro) Our first stop on this tour is Girona. Girona is a historic city located in northeastern Catalonia, approximately 100 kilometers north of Barcelona, famous for its medieval narrow streets, historical buildings, museums, churches, and walls. On our tour here, we will visit the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, and the famous Jewish Quarter (El Call). After the tour, we head towards the city of Figueres. Figueres is located northeast of Girona and is known as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí. The city is closely associated with the life and works of the famous Spanish painter Salvador Dalí. The most important tourist site in Figueres is the Salvador Dalí Museum. Dalí established a museum here to leave something behind in his birthplace and to exhibit his works. Today, this museum holds the largest collection of Dalí's works and is referred to as Dalí's greatest masterpiece because he designed every part of it. Inside the museum, there are over 4,000 works created by Dalí using various techniques. After the tour, we return to Barcelona. Guests who wish can also join the optional tour "Gaudi's Grand Masterpiece (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter" for an additional fee. (50 Euro) Our first stop on this tour is Park Guell. One of Antoni Gaudí's magnificent works, Park Guell is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the fairy-tale park, it creates a magical atmosphere with its colorful staircases and fantasy pavilions. After seeing Gaudí's magnificent work, our second stop is the Gothic Quarter. In the Gothic Quarter, you can feel the enchanting atmosphere of the Middle Ages through its narrow and labyrinthine medieval streets, Gothic churches, romantic squares, and Roman walls, while admiring the historic fabric. Among the most important buildings in the quarter 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 historic and modern city located on Spain's eastern coast, 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 morning breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Granada. Granada is a city rich in 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 welcomes millions of visitors each year. During our city tour here, places to see include Gran Via Street, BibRambla and City Squares, Granada Cathedral (exterior), Madraza (Granada's first university), Silk Market, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai. After our tour, guests who wish may join the optional Grand Alhambra Palace Tour. (80 Euro) (There is a daily visitor limit at the Alhambra Palace, and our visit may be conducted excluding the harem depending on availability. We kindly request that you inform your travel agency about your participation 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 on the UNESCO World Heritage List and has gained worldwide fame. This famous monument was begun as a defensive fortress and palace in the 13th century on a plateau atop the Sabika hill overlooking Granada, with construction continuing until the 15th century. It received its name "Alhambra," meaning "The Red," due to the red earth used in its construction. Guests who wish may also join our optional Grand Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy Quarter) tour after our main tour. (60 Euro) Albaicin is a historic and enchanting neighborhood of Granada. Listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, 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 our tour here, we will enjoy a drink in fully hand-carved caves while watching a Gypsy show and observing their way of life. After the tour, we return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Granada – Seville
After the breakfast we will have 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 palace of the Castilian kings. Later, passing through the Archive of the Indies, where records of all sea voyages to the Americas up until 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 seeing 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 absolutely 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 served at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Grand Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) tour for an additional fee (140 Euro). Cordoba is a historic city located in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is renowned for its historical and cultural richness, impressive architecture, and structures bearing traces of Andalusian Islamic culture. We will reach Cordoba via a 1.5-hour journey, where we will first be greeted by the Guadalquivir River. Crossing the historic Roman bridge and passing through the Roman gate, we will enter the city. The most magnificent structure of this 2,000-year-old city is the Great Mosque of Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, rising on 850 columns. Entering it with our guide, we will witness the grandeur of this magnificent masterpiece while receiving fascinating information. After our tour inside the Great Mosque of Cordoba, we will continue on foot, exploring its pristine old streets and seeing the ancient caravanserai and traditional houses of Cordoba that reflect all the subtleties of Andalusian architecture. Following this part of the tour, our second stop will be Mijas, a charming and traditional mountain town located in the province of Málaga within the Andalusia region in southern 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 adorned 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 features of Mijas is the small bullfighting arena built atop the town's hill and the ruins of Mijas Castle. After our tour, our final stop will be Malaga. In 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 stay 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. Renowned for its magnificent medieval architecture and cultural heritage, this open-air museum city will feature narrow historic streets, the Cathedral of Toledo (exterior view), churches converted from Andalusian mosques, and countless other wonders during our tour. After the tour, we proceed to Madrid. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. As the capital of Spain, Madrid ranks among the most visited cities in the country due to its deep history and cultural richness. During our city tour of Madrid, we will see the Bullring (exterior view), 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 view), Plaza de España with statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, the Royal Palace (exterior view), the nine-gated Plaza Mayor, and Sol Square. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8: Madrid – 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 TK 1854 departs for Istanbul at 12:10. Arrival at 17:45 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
- All 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
- Splendid Pearls of Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum) (70 Euro)
- Gaudi’s Splendid Masterpiece (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter (50 Euro)
- Splendid Alhambra Palace (80 Euro)
- Splendid Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy) (60 Euro)
- Splendid Flamenco Fire (55 Euro)
- Splendid Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) (140 Euro)
- Splendid Toledo Tour (70 Euro)
(Children aged 0 – 12 receive a 50% discount on the non-discounted price)
Important Notes:
• For this tour, a passport valid for at least 6 months covering the minimum tour duration is required.
• Atlas International acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955.
• 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 schedule 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 20kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the destination countries, this weight may drop to 15kg. Rules regarding excess baggage weight/fees are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of Atlas International.
• If there are insufficient participants for the package tour, cancellation will be communicated to the consumer at least 20 days in advance.
• The tour route specified in the program is an example route and may change. City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. Sightseeing listed in the programs may be carried out on different days than specified due to the guide’s discretion or any other reason.
• City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
• Sightseeing listed in the programs may be carried out on different days than specified due to the guide’s discretion or any other reason.
• Extra tours can only be conducted with a minimum of 20 participants. If participation is lower, they may be conducted at the guide’s discretion and with adjusted prices if necessary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible if these tours or excursions cannot be carried out.
• Extra tours along the route will take place only if at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be waited for at the stopover location.
• Excursions or tours that local authorities do not permit to be visited or accessed for any reason will not be conducted. Atlas International cannot be held responsible if these tours or excursions cannot be carried out.
• 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. Staying at a hotel with the specified name is not guaranteed.
• In triple rooms, an extra bed is applied; the third bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an additional foldable/collapsible bed.
• If children under 18 years of age (not considered adults) do not participate in the tour with one or both parents, it is mandatory to have the required consent letters with them during travel.
• In case of cancellation or changes, the “Atlas International Sales Contract” applies.
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