Magnificent Spain and Andalusian Cities 7 Nights - With Thy (Spring 2027 Term) (SVQ-SVQ)
Tour Program
Day 1: Istanbul – Seville – Granada
Meeting 3 hours before departure in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart for Seville on Turkish Airlines flight TK1297 at 07:05. Upon arrival at 10:50 local time, we proceed to Granada with our waiting vehicle. Upon arrival, 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 view), Madraza (Granada's first university), Silk Bazaar 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 palace visit may be conducted excluding the harem depending on availability. It is important that you inform your agency 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 on the UNESCO World Heritage List and has gained worldwide fame. This famous work was begun as a defensive fortress and palace in the 13th century on a plateau atop the Sabika hill overlooking Granada, and construction continued until the 15th century. Due to the red earth used in its construction, it took on a red color and was named Alhambra, meaning "Red". After our tour, transfer to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish may join our Extra Grand Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy Quarter) 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 carries traces of Andalusian Islamic culture and architecture and reflects Granada's history. After our tour here, we will watch the Gypsy show and their lifestyle while enjoying a drink in completely handcrafted caves. After our tour, return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Granada – Alicante – Valencia
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off towards Valencia. Guests who wish can join the extra organized Grand City Alicante tour along the way. (40 Euro) Alicante is a historical and tourist city located on the Mediterranean coast in southeastern Spain. A settlement of importance since ancient times, the city was first founded by the Iberians, then conquered by the Carthaginians and Romans. During the Roman period, the area known as "Lucentum" held great strategic importance throughout the Middle Ages. Coming under Arab rule in the 9th century, Alicante experienced significant cultural and economic development during this period, with city walls and irrigation systems being constructed. In the 13th century, the city was conquered by the Castilians and passed to Christian rule. Today, the most prominent historical symbol of Alicante is the Santa Bárbara Castle, built by the Arabs in the 9th century and later expanded by the Christians. The Old Town district (El Barrio), surrounded by historical structures, carries traces of the past with its narrow streets, churches, and traditional houses. Alongside all this historical fabric, Alicante attracts thousands of tourists each year with its sunny climate, Golden Sand Beach (Playa del Postiguet), delicious Mediterranean cuisine, and colorful festivals. After our tour, we depart for Valencia. Valencia is a historical and modern city located on Spain's eastern coast, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. As Spain's third-largest city, Valencia draws visitors with its rich history, culture, and art. Upon arrival, our city tour will include the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Museum of Arts and Sciences, Historical Mercado Central market, and the Old Silk Exchange among the places to visit. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel, check into our rooms, and enjoy free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Valencia – Barcelona
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we head to Barcelona. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Barcelona, Spain's second-largest city and the vibrant and enchanting capital of the Catalonia region, has gained worldwide fame. Washed by the warm waters of the Mediterranean, this magnificent city offers a unique blend 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 visit include La Sagrada Familia Church, the Christopher Columbus Statue, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Square, the Andalusia Arena, and the Olympic Port. After our tour, guests who wish can join the optional Grand Poble Espanyol & Montjuic Hill tour (30 Euro). We begin our tour by visiting Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village), which was built for the 1929 World Fair and has now become a popular destination for visitors to Barcelona. It consists of 117 buildings, streets, and squares. Here, you will see representative structures from all regions of Spain, walk through streets reflecting the architecture of different parts of Spain, visit fascinating craft workshops, and take a short journey across all of Spain. Poble Espanyol also hosts artisans working in ceramics, glass, leather, jewelry, and other craft fields. Then, we ascend to Montjuic Hill, which offers much more than just panoramic views of Barcelona. This area, where history, culture, and nature converge, has undergone transformation by hosting major events such as the 1992 Olympic Games. After our photo stop, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 4: Barcelona
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour "Pearls of Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum)" organized 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 join the optional tour "Gaudi's Grand Masterpiece (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter" organized 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, this park creates a magical atmosphere with its colorful stairs 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 5: Barcelona – Zaragoza – Madrid
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we depart for Madrid. On the way, guests who wish can join the optional Grand Zaragoza tour (30 Euro). Zaragoza is a historically and culturally rich city located in northeastern Spain on the banks of the Ebro River. As the capital of the Aragon Autonomous Region, Zaragoza stands out with its deep history. The city's history dates back to the Roman era; in ancient Rome it was known as "Caesaraugusta," a name derived from Emperor Augustus. Remains of a Roman theater, city walls, and thermal baths from that period are still visible today. In the 8th century, Zaragoza fell under Muslim rule and remained under the influence of Islamic culture for approximately 400 years. The Aljaferia Palace, dating from this period, is one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in Spain. The city was conquered by Christians in 1118 and became one of the important centers of the Kingdom of Aragon. One of Zaragoza's most famous structures is the Basilica del Pilar, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. This great cathedral is considered by Christians to be the site where one of the first apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Spain occurred and is an important stop for pilgrims. After our tour, we depart for Madrid. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Madrid, the capital of Spain, is among the most visited cities in the country due to its deep history and cultural richness. During our city tour in Madrid, we will see the Bullring (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), the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza at Plaza de España, the Royal Palace (exterior), the nine-arched Plaza Mayor, and Sol Square. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Madrid – Toledo – Seville – Écija
After the breakfast served at the hotel, we depart for the city of Seville in the province of Seville. Along the way, guests who wish can optionally join the Grand Toledo Tour (70 Euro). Located approximately 70 kilometers from Madrid, Toledo is a historic city protected by UNESCO, which has hosted diverse cultures of the Iberian Peninsula and bears 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, we will walk through narrow historic streets and see numerous wonders, including the Cathedral of Toledo (exterior view), Spain's oldest cathedral; churches converted from Andalusian mosques; and many more. After the tour, we proceed to Seville. Upon arrival, our city tour of Seville begins. Seville is a famous city known for its historical and cultural richness 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, both featuring the Plaza de España. We will also see the Tomb of Christopher Columbus and the Seville Cathedral (exterior view), the third-largest cathedral in the world. 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. The Alcazar Palace (exterior view), former residence of the Castilian kings, is also among the sites to be visited. Next, passing through the Archive of the Indies, where records of all sea voyages to the Americas up to the 19th century are kept, we will reach the old narrow 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 to our hotel in Ecija. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7: Ecija – Cordoba – Mijas – Malaga – Ecija
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, our Ecija city tour begins. It is a historic city located in southern Spain, in the Andalusia region, and belongs to the province of Seville. Generally known as "The Peacock of Andalusia" or "The City of Towers," Écija is famous for its rich Baroque architecture and magnificent historical buildings. During the Roman period, the city was known as "Astigi" and was one of the important centers of the Hispania Ulterior province. The city also became an important cultural and economic center during the Umayyad period of Andalusia. Today, walking through the streets of Écija, one can feel a historic atmosphere filled with elegant palaces, churches, and high bell towers dating back to the Baroque period. Especially the Santa María and San Juan churches, dating from the 18th century, are among the finest examples of Baroque art. For travelers interested in history, art, and traditional Andalusian architecture, Écija is like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. While wandering through the narrow streets of the city, traces from both the Roman and Islamic periods can be found. After our tour, guests who wish may join the optional Grand Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) tour. (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 via a 1.5-hour journey, where the Guadalquivir River will first welcome us. We will enter the city by walking across the historic Roman bridge and passing through the Roman Gate. 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. We will enter it and, accompanied by our guide, 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, seeing the pristine old streets and the old inn reflecting all the delicacies of Andalusian architecture along with the houses of Cordoba. After the tour here, our second stop is Mijas, a charming and traditional mountain town located in the Málaga province of the Andalusia region in southern Spain, famous especially for its whitewashed houses. Located near the coast of Costa del Sol, Mijas stands out with both its sea views and its historic texture. Mijas Pueblo, that is, the historic part of the town, offers a postcard-like image with its narrow streets featuring typical Andalusian architecture, balconies decorated with flowers, and whitewashed houses. Although the origins of the town date back to Ancient Rome and even the Phoenicians, its current texture has largely been shaped during the Muslim period of Andalusia. One of the most striking points of Mijas is the small bullfighting arena built on top of the town and the ruins of Mijas Castle. After our tour, our final stop is Malaga. In our Malaga tour, which is the city where the famous painter Pablo Picasso was born, we will visit Paseo de Parque (Park Avenue), Plaza de la Merced, the Jewish Quarter, Constitution Square, Larios Avenue, Puerto Marina (Harbor), La Alcazaba, and Gibralfaro Castle. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Ecija. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8: Ecija – Seville – 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, we fly with Turkish Airlines flight TK1298 to Istanbul at 11:50. Arrival at 17:15 local time marks the end of our tour.
What's Included
- Air tickets for Istanbul – Sevilla – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
- Airport taxes
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers
- 7 Nights – 8 Days accommodation with breakfast in 3* / 4* Hotels
- Panoramic city tours of Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Madrid, Sevilla, Ecija
- Professional Turkish guide service
Not Included
- Visa Fee,
- Exit Tax from Turkey,
- Travel Health Insurance
- All services not explicitly included in the package price
- Museum and historical site entrance fees
- Extra tours and personal expenses
- 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: 500 Euro instead of 570 Euro
- Magnificent Alhambra Palace (80 Euro)
- Magnificent Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy) (60 Euro)
- Magnificent City Alicante (40 Euro)
- Magnificent Poble Espanyol & Montjuic Hill (30 Euro)
- Magnificent Pearls of Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum) (70 Euro)
- Gaudi’s Magnificent Masterpiece (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter (50 Euro)
- Magnificent Zaragoza (30 Euro)
- Magnificent Toledo Tour (70 Euro)
- Magnificent Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) (140 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 Atlas International airline, and is subject to the 1955 Hague Protocol dated 28.09.
• During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number appearing in 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 the airline companies or any possible 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 weight is 20kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the visited countries, this weight may drop to 15kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of Atlas International.
• In case there are insufficient participants for the package tour, 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. The visits specified in the programs may be carried out on a different day(s) than specified due to any reason under the guide's discretion.
• City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
• The visits specified in the programs may be carried out on a different day(s) than specified due to any reason under the guide's discretion.
• Extra tours can only be conducted with a minimum participation of 20 people. If participation is lower, they may be conducted at the guide's discretion and, if necessary, with adjusted prices. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct these tours or excursions.
• Extra tours along the route will take place if at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be waited at the rest stop.
• Tours or excursions that are not permitted by local authorities 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 etc. specified in the programs (and similar) are written as examples to indicate star category and distance. It does not mean that accommodation will be made in the named hotels.
• There is an extra bed arrangement in triple rooms; the 3rd bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an additional foldable/collapsible bed.
• In cases where children under 18 years of age (not considered adults) do not participate in the tour with one or both parents, it is mandatory for them 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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