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Read more >Fly from London (regional connections available) to Malaga with British Airways. Transfer to the Eurostars Malaga for 1 night. Welcome drink. (N)
Day 2: Ronda • SevilleMorning drive to Seville. En route, stop at Ronda, which sits astride the El Tajo gorge. Visit the bullring and museum before continuing to Seville. Stay 2 nights at the Hotel San Gil. (B)
Day 3: SevilleMorning visit to the Fine Arts Museum. Afternoon tour of the cathedral and the Alcázar. Seville’s cathedral is the largest in Europe and is Christopher Columbus’ burial place, while the Moorish Alcázar Palace is now home to the Spanish royal family. (B)
Day 4: Carmona • CórdobaMorning drive to Córdoba, stopping en route to view the picturesque town of Carmona. Stay at the Macia Alfaros for 2 nights. (B)
Day 5: CórdobaMorning visit to the Mezquita, formerly the city’s mosque, to see its dazzling interiors. Continue to the Jewish quarter, a labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets and tiny squares, and view the synagogue. Optional afternoon visit to the Medina Azahara, the ruins of the Muslim medieval town and its vast palace. (B)
Day 6: GranadaMorning drive to Granada. Afternoon at leisure to explore the Charterhouse, one of the finest examples of Spanish baroque architecture, or the El Albayzin district. Stay 2 nights at the Abades Recogidas. (B)
Day 7: GranadaFull-day tour of Granada, including the cathedral, chapel and the Alhambra. Built by the Moors in the 13th and 14th centuries, it consists of a spectacular complex of buildings and courtyards, as well as the celebrated Generalife gardens. (B)
Day 8: Fly to LondonMorning transfer to Malaga airport and fly to London with British Airways. (B)
Meal basis:As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information Superior tourThis tour is based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
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The Hotel San Gil is located right in the heart of Seville. The building is a typical Sevillian construction dating back to 1901and restored as a hotel in 1992. Designed by architect D José Espiau, the Hotel San Gil is listed as one of the hundred most important buildings in Seville. Each guestroom has been designed with comfort and convenience in mind and includes modern amenities. During the summer months, the restaurant opens out to the pretty terrace where live flamenco music can be enjoyed. Features: 85 rooms, restaurant, rooftop swimming pool (seasonal), Andalucian garden. Room amenities: Air conditioning, satelitte television, minibar.
The Hotel Maciá Alfaros is located in the historical and commercial centre of Cordoba city and within a 15-minute walk of the Mezquita and the Jewish quarter. Set in a traditional Andalucian building, the hotel maintains some of its original features and the rooms provide a stylish and unique charm. The restaurant, located in Hotel Eurostars Maimonides, serves traditional cuisine from the region Features: 144 rooms, restaurant, bar, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, terrace, fitness centre, solarium. Room amenities: Air conditioning, television, telephone, minibar, safe, hairdryer.
The Eurostars Málaga is located in the heart of Malaga, close to the main train station and just a few minutes' walk from the beach. The renowned Picasso Museum is 20 minutes' walk from the property, as are the cathedral and the old town. Rooms have a simple, fresh, modern design and range from standard rooms to suites and family accommodation. The hotel serves a buffet breakfast and typical Andalusian cuisine for lunch and dinner. Features: 141 rooms and suites, restaurant, cafe, lobby bar, gym. Room amenities: Wi-Fi throughout, air conditioning, minibar, safe, satellite television.
Ideally located for exploring the city, the Abades Recogidas is situated on Recogidas, one of Granada's most prestigious streets where you can find shops, bars and traditional Spanish tapas restaurants. The Cathedral and the other main shopping street, Reyes Catolicos, are a 5 minute walk from the hotel and the Alhambra is approximately 25 minutes' walk, or a short taxi ride, away. This small 4-star hotel is modern and minimalist in style, with each floor decorated with art works which reflect a different aspect of Spanish culture. Features: 50 rooms. Room amenities: Air conditioning, minibar, safe, television, Wi-Fi.
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