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  • Enjoy the private performance of flamenco dancing and dinner.
  • Horse and carriage ride to Seville Cathedral
  • Board the high-speed AVE train and travel in Preferente class to Madrid
  • Tour to Palacio de Oriente, grand avenues such as Gran Via and Castellana, and El Parque del Buen Retiro
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Primary: Historical Sites
Other: Religious and Spiritual Sites, museum, Rail, palace, Walking Tour
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A Week...in Spain

Our one-week Spain vacation reveals the strong impact of Moorish as well as Jewish and Christian influences on the history of Spain. Discover the country's rich cultural heritage in Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville and Andalucía, Córdoba, and Madrid.
Discover the country's rich cultural heritage in Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville and Andalucía, Córdoba, and Madrid. Enjoy a private flamenco performance... a horse-drawn carriage ride to Seville's famous cathedral... a guided tour of Madrid's Museo del Prado... an included on-tour flight from Barcelona to Granada, and much more. If you have just one week for a Spain vacation, this should be it!
Day 1: Welcome to a dream Spain vacationTauck's Spain vacation begins: 6:00 pm at Le Méridien Ba
Tauck's Spain vacation begins: 6:00 pm at Le Méridien Barcelona, Spain. A transfer from Barcelona Airport is included to your hotel, Le Méridien Barcelona; it is conveniently located in the heart of this exciting city. Meet the traveling companions who will experience Tauck's one-week Spain vacation with you at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner tonight. Lodging Le Meridien Barcelona Hotel
Lodging Le Méridien Barcelona
Description Located in the very center of Barcelona on world-famous Las Ramblas, Le Méridien Barcelona is convenient to many of the city’s most intriguing sights. Long a favorite of celebrities, its guests have included the likes of Pavarotti, Rostropovich, Bruce Springsteen, Madonna and the Rolling Stones.
Day 2: Beguiling Barcelona
Barcelona is an exceptional city overflowing with history, art and culture. Walk along famous Las Ramblas to the Boqueria and Plaça del Pi; explore the Gothic Quarter to get a good look at the 13th - 15th century architecture; and see Plaça Nova, where Barcelona was born. Drive to seaside Montjuic, site of the 1992 Olympics, and visit the fanciful, unfinished cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudí I Cornet. Explore the city on your own for the remainder of the day. Lodging: Le Méridien Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Lodging Le Méridien Barcelona
Description Located in the very center of Barcelona on world-famous Las Ramblas, Le Méridien Barcelona is convenient to many of the city’s most intriguing sights. Long a favorite of celebrities, its guests have included the likes of Pavarotti, Rostropovich, Bruce Springsteen, Madonna and the Rolling Stones.
Day 3: Moorish wonders in Granada
From Barcelona, Tauck's Spain vacation continues with a morning flight to Granada, in the foothills of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada. In Granada, visit the famous Alhambra – a splendid example of the Moorish influence that has shaped so much of Spain. The Royal Palace and the Generalife, the former summer palace of sultans, provides fascinating exploration. Overnight at the Hotel Alhambra Palace, just steps from the world-renowned site. Lodging: Hotel Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain.
Lodging Hotel Alhambra Palace
Description Granada’s most famous hotel, the gracious Hotel Alhambra Palace enjoys a prime location adjacent to the grounds of the Alhambra itself.
Day 4: The sunny south of Spain – Ronda and Andalucía
Travel Tauck's scenic Yellow Roads to cliff-top Ronda. One of the last Moorish cities to fall to the Crusaders, Ronda provides further insights into Spain’s Moorish past as you explore the city with a local guide; see the historic bullring and spectacular Tajo Gorge. After lunch it's on to Andalucía, a melting pot of different cultures sometimes referred to as the bridge between two continents. Journey into Andalucía’s lovely hills and view charming villages with whitewashed houses clinging to the hillsides. Continue on to romantic Seville, where your Spain vacation continues this evening with a private performance of flamenco dancing and dinner. Spend the next two nights at the Hotel Alfonso XIII in the heart of Seville, which enjoys a reputation as one of the world's finest hotels. Lodging: Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville, Spain.
Lodging Hotel Alfonso XIII
Description The elegant Hotel Alfonso XIII enjoys an enviable location in the heart of Seville near many notable attractions. Seville’s most majestic hotel, the Hotel Alfonso XIII was built in 1929 for the Expo that took place in Seville during that year.
Day 5: Unforgettable sights of Seville
No Spain vacation would be complete without a visit to charming Seville. A guided sightseeing tour includes Parque de Maria Luísa, the splendid Palacio de San Telmo, Murillo Gardens, and the former Royal Tobacco Factory where the fictional Carmen labored. A horse and carriage ride transports you to Seville Cathedral, the third largest Roman Catholic church in the world; tour the Cathedral, which is the final resting-place of Christopher Columbus. Explore the maze of old streets in the former Jewish Quarter; the remainder of the day is free for you to pursue what interests you most in Seville. Lodging: Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville, Spain.
Lodging Hotel Alfonso XIII
Description The elegant Hotel Alfonso XIII enjoys an enviable location in the heart of Seville near many notable attractions. Seville’s most majestic hotel, the Hotel Alfonso XIII was built in 1929 for the Expo that took place in Seville during that year.
Day 6: The cultures of Córdoba and on to Madri
A walking tour of this charming Moorish-influenced city takes you through the historic Jewish Quarter and visits the ornate 8th-century La Mezquita, the world's third-largest mosque. Board the high-speed AVE train and travel in style to Madrid, where your Spain vacation continues for the next two nights in the country's marvelous capital city. Lodging: The Westin Palace, Madrid, Spain.
Lodging The Westin Palace, Madrid
Description This lovely Belle Époque landmark lies in the most elegant part of Madrid and close to many of the city’s must-see sights, such as the famous Museo del Prado. Commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912, The Westin Palace, Madrid has been surrounding travelers with opulent luxury for a century.
Day 7: Olé Magnificent Madrid
Your day in magnificent Madrid kicks off with a guided tour of the famous Museo del Prado, one of the finest art museums in the world. Later, view sites such as Palacio de Oriente, the ornate Royal Palace built in the 18th-century; grand avenues such as Gran Via and Castellana; El Parque del Buen Retiro; the bullring; and the Neptuno and Cibeles fountains. Enjoy typical Castilian entertainment at our farewell cocktail reception and dinner this evening, a fitting finale to your one-week Spain vacation. Lodging: The Westin Palace, Madrid, Spain.
Lodging The Westin Palace, Madrid
Description This lovely Belle Époque landmark lies in the most elegant part of Madrid and close to many of the city’s must-see sights, such as the famous Museo del Prado. Commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912, The Westin Palace, Madrid has been surrounding travelers with opulent luxury for a century.
Day 8: Journey Home
We wish you a safe and pleasant journey homeward as you bid adios to Spain. Your Spain vacation with Tauck ends in Madrid, Spain. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Westin Palace, Madrid to Madrid's Barajas Airport; allow 2 1/2 hours for flight check-in.
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I could not have asked for a better trip. The accommodations were incredible... the tour makes all the essential stops in Andalucía and includes time to explore in Barcelona and Madrid... and the local guides were phenomenal.
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TRIP INCLUDES
  • Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel accommodations, motor coach transportation, entertainment, special dinners, sightseeing, porterage, and the services of local guides, drivers and the Tauck Director are included. Transportation from Barcelona Airport or Franca Train Station to the Le Meridien Barcelona, regardless of the date and time of your arrival, provided you have furnished us with accurate flight arrival information at least two weeks prior to the start of the tour. If you are arriving into another local train station please retain a receipt for your transfer and submit it to your Tour Director for reimbursement. Transportation from The Westin Palace, Madrid to Madrid Barajas International Airport or a local train station is also included whenever you decide to depart. Transportation to and from airports and train stations may be shared with other Tauck guests.
  • Hotel Accommodations - The tour price includes all hotel accommodations with private baths. Our standard is to provide the best available accommodations without sacrificing value. Although the quality may differ slightly from one hotel to another, our commitment to your comfort is unwavering. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels. Triples are usually two-bedded rooms plus a rollaway cot and are not recommended for comfort. The room sizes will vary somewhat due to the historic nature of each property. We hope that your advanced knowledge and understanding of these differences will better prepare you for your journey and enhance your overall trip experience.
  • Meals - Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary. Due to local culinary customs, this tour may have more limited menus than typically experienced on our other itineraries. In addition, please note that dinner in Spain is customarily taken after 10:00 PM. We have arranged for our guests to dine as early as 8:30 PM in most restaurants.
  • Tauck Director - A Week In... Spain is conducted by a Tauck Director who remains with the group throughout the duration of the tour. Your Tauck Director is a professional, fully trained employee of Tauck.
  • Gratuities Included - All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff and local guides are included.
  • NoOptions Sold - Tauck Directors assist with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance, but they will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you.
TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE
  • Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Airfare may be purchased from us for travel originating in the United States.
  • Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours - To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, you may wish to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following your tour. As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult Extend Your Trip in the Accommodations section above on this webpage and discuss it with your reservations sales consultant or travel agent when you book your tour.
  • Luggage Responsibility - Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Tauck Travel Protection Product section below on this webpage for more information. Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you: * Pack at least one change of clothing in your carry-on bag * Split your items between your suitcase and a traveling companion's suitcase * Do not pack any vital medications or valuables in your checked luggage * Confirm that your luggage is checked and tagged to your final destination at airport check-in * Place your luggage claim tags in a secure place for your flight * File a claim for any missing luggage immediately before leaving the baggage claim area * Secure a case number and contact information for follow-up communications * Make certain that the airline has your onward itinerary Your Tauck Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses.
  • Personal Expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual train and airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
  • Tauck Director Gratuities - The customary gratuities for the Tauck Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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