Real Travel - Spain

Argentina- Bolivia- Peru

Small group departure

14 Oct 2011

This exciting 19-day adventure crosses the continent. Commencing in Buenos Aires, the city of tango, and finishing in Lima, founded in 1535 and known then as the ‘City of the Kings’.
After visiting the sites of Buenos Aires and experiencing this cosmopolitan city, transfer to the magnificent Iguassu Falls for two nights. Then, by air, transfer to Salta, located in the centre of the Argentinean winelands. After seeing this colonial city and tasting some of the exquisite wines of the region, the journey continues north into Bolivia, a landlocked country high on the Andean Altiplano. Here the soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks, the desolate salt lakes and incredible landscapes of the Altiplano are sure to leave lasting memories. After visiting La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, we cross Lake Titicaca to Copacabana, Puno and on to Cuzco, the major centre of the Incas. A full day excursion by First Class train and bus takes you to Machu Picchu. After returning to Cuzco with a leisure day to explore the Indian market, fly to Lima for your return or onward flight.

In essence Spain is not really one country, but an amalgamation of several cultures and traditions into one political entity. The country has four official languages and a diverse culture based on its history of Moorish, French, Catalan and other influences. The majestic Pyrenees have always isolated Spain from the rest of Europe , resulting in a country which, today, has an atmosphere very different from its neighbours. Add to this the wealth of Islamic architecture, of which the Al Hambra is perhaps best known, and the incredible cathedrals and other grand buildings dating from the days when Spain practically ‘owned' the precious metal trade from South America .

You will find the cities to be dynamic with a hectic ‘live-for-today' hedonism. Spaniards love to eat, drink and be merry. They have a passion for art and drama. Flamenco restaurants alternate with tapas bars and ‘fast food' paella cafes. And between the cities, travelling by rail or coach, you'll find a vast panorama of green fields, orange groves, wheat lands, solitary castles, beaches and secret coves.

The following tours include various suggested routes and city stays. Each suggested tour can be modified or extended to suit your individual preferences.

La Grande Tour

Spain

16 Days
Departs daily from Barcelona
Minimum 2 persons

Tour Cost
2010:
Jan-Mar: AUD$4421 pp t/s
Apr-Jun: AUD$4822 pp t/s
Jul: AUD$4368 pp t/s
Aug-Oct: AUD$4681 pp t/s

Special Escorted Group Departures
2010: 18 May, 15 Sep
Minimum 12 persons, max 20

BARCELONA – MADRID – CORDOBA – SEVILLA – CADIZ – RONDA – GRANADA – MALAGA

This extended tour includes all of the major attractions of Spain with both guided tours and leisure time in each city.

Includes: arrival/departure transfers in Barcelona, Madrid, Cordoba & Malaga, arrival transfer Sevilla, departure transfer Granada, train ticket Barcelona-Madrid-Cordoba-Sevilla, Group A car rental for 3 days, 15 nights accommodation with daily breakfast, Flamenco show in Seville with a complimentary drink and private visits to: Barrio Gotico & Las Ramblas; Prado Museum; Mezquita & Juderia; Panoramic tour by night; Classic Seville; La Alambra and their gardens

Spain

9 Days
Departs every Tuesday and Sunday from Madrid
Minimum 2 persons

Tour Cost
2010:
Jan-Mar, Jul-Aug: AUD$2225 pp t/s
AUD$1439 Single Room Suppl

Apr-Jun, Sep Oct: AUD$2380 pp t/s
AUD$1544 Single Room Suppl

MADRID – TOLEDO - CORDOBA – SEVILLA – GRANADA - BARCELONA

Great Museums of Spain

Spain

7 Days
Departs daily from Madrid
Minimum 2 persons

Tour Cost
2010:
Jan-Mar, Jul-Aug: AUD$1852 pp t/s*
AUD$1225 Single Room Suppl

Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct: AUD$1956 pp t/s*
AUD$1524 Single Room Suppl

*allow additional AUD$200 for transfers

MADRID – BILBAO – BARCELONA

The Prado, the Guggenheim, the Museo Picasso;

Includes: train ticket Madrid-Bilbao-Barcelona, 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast, private guided visits to: Prado Museum; Guggenheim Museum; Private walking tour in Barcelona from the Palau de la Musica to Picasso Museum

Spain

7 Days

Departs every Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and Sunday from Madrid

Minimum 2 persons

Tour Cost
2010:
Jan-Mar, Jul-Aug: AUD$2028 pp t/s*
AUD$991 Single Room Suppl

Apr-Jun, Sep Oct: AUD$2172 pp t/s*
AUD$1281 Single Room Suppl

*allow additional AUD$289 for transfers

MADRID – TOLEDO - CORDOBA – SEVILLA

Includes: fast train Madrid-Cordoba-Sevilla-Madrid, 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast, Flamenco Show, guided bus tour to Toledo, ‘Madrid Medieval’ walking tour, private walking tour in Cordoba, bus tour in Sevilla

Spain

7 Days
Departs every Mon, Thurs, Sunday from Barcelona
Minimum 2 persons

Tour Cost
2010:
Jan-Mar, Jul-Aug: AUD$1826 pp t/s*
AUD$839 Single Room Suppl

Apr-Jun, Sep Oct: AUD$2005 pp t/s*
AUD$938 Single Room Suppl

*allow additional AUD$155 for transfers

BARCELONA – SEVILLA - MADRID

Includes: flight from Barcelona – Sevilla, fast train Sevilla-Madrid, 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast, dinner at “Cangrejo Loco” in Barcelona, “Morning with Gaudi” bus tour, “Artistic Sevilla” bus tour, flamenco Show with a complimentary drink, private walking tour in Madrid “Madrid de los Austrias”

North-South Discovery

Spain

13 Days

Departs

Daily on request. Min 2 persons

Tour Cost

AUD$3495 pp t/s

AUD$513 Single Room Suppl

A journey of discovery from the Mediterranean to the south Atlantic Coast. Begin the journey in the bustling port city of Tangier, the gateway from Europe, before travelling to the small town of Chefchaouen, nestled amongst hills on the edge of the Rif Mountains. Continue to Morocco’s spiritual capital, the famed city of Fes. En-route to the imperial city of Meknes you’ll discover the Roman history of Morocco at Volubilis,. You’ll visit Morocco’s modern capital, Rabat, where Andalusian influences abound in the old medina. Visit busy Casablanca before following the coastal road to the fortified cities of El Jedida, Safi and Essaouira, a fishing port built by the Portuguese. Then across the southern desert to Marrakech where the journey ends.

Includes: transfers in private a/c vehicle, accomm in hotels and riads, meals as indicated, english speaking local guides in Fes, Volubilis, Meknes, Rabat & Marrakech. Entrance fees to included sites

Not included: Meals not listed, tipping and personal expenses

Journey North

Spain

9 Days

Departs

Daily on request. Min 2 persons

Tour Cost

AUD$1593 pp in t/s

Single Room add AUD$431

A journey of discovery from Marrakech to the bustling port of Tangier, the gateway to Europe. Visit the imperial city of Meknes before stopping at the famed city of Fes, Morocco's spiritual capital. Stop at the small town of Chefchaouen, nestled amongst hills on the edge of the Rif Mountains before departing from Tangier.

Includes: arrival and departure transfers, private a/c vehicle for transfers on day 2, english speaking driver on days 4-9, accomm in hotels and riads, meals as indicated, local english speaking guides in Marrakech, Meknes, Volubilis, Fes and Chefchaouen

Not included: entry fees to sites, tipping, personal expenses, inclusions NOT listed in itinerary

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