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Splendours of Spain and Portugal
11 Days starting from $1,350

Countries Visited:
Spain, Portugal

 

Length: 11 Days
Type: Budget Tour
Category: SuperSaver European Essentials 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: S324B
   
 
 
About This Tour


Guided tour of Toledo, Granada, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid. Orientation tours of Fatima, Salamanca and Avila.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • SPECIALS

Essentials Inclusions

Superior Touring

  • Arrival & departure transfers between Madrid Airport & your tour hotel at specified times on Day 2 & Day 11.
  • Comfortable Moderate First Class & First Class hotels specially selected for each departure.
  • Luxury, air-conditioned touring coach with 49 reclining seats.
  • Hotel service charges, taxes & porterage.
  • Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack.

Professional Service

  • Experienced professional Tour Director to escort you.
  • Qualified local city guides on major city sightseeing tours.

More Included Meals

  • 9 Breakfasts (B) 4 three course evening meals (D)

Highlights & Sightseeing

  • Guided tour of Toledo, Granada, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid
  • Orientation tours of Fatima, Salamanca and Avila

Spain

  • Visit the town of Toledo to admire its Cathedral
  • See the Cathedral & Giralda Tower, Santa Cruz quarter, and Alcazar in Seville
  • See the Plaza Mayor and Puente Romano in Salamanca
  • Visit the walled town of Avila
  • See the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid

Portugal

  • See the Monument to the Discoveriesand Belem Tower in Lisbon
  • Visit the pilgrimage village and Basilica in Fatima

VISITING MADRID, GRANADA, SEVILLE, LISBON AND SALAMANCA

Day 1 – Depart USA
Overnight flight to Madrid

Day 2 – Madrid at Leisure
On arrival at Madrid Airport you are transferred to your hotel. Then relax and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure before a Welcome Meeting with your Tour Director.
Hotel: Florida Norte.

Day 3 – Madrid – Granada
Leave Madrid and head south to the town of Toledo, where you will walk the ancient cobbled streets to see the Gothic cathedral. Afterwards, continue through the mountains to Granada, the former capital of the Moorish Kingdom of Spain.
Hotel: Nevada Palace. (B,D)

Day 4 – Granada – Seville
Spend the morning sightseeing. You can also join an optional excursion to the Alhambra Palace and the gardens of the Generalife, known as the gardens of Paradise. A beautiful drive through white villages and brilliant fields of golden sunflowers brings you to Seville, the capital of Andalucìa and one of Spain’s most charming cities. Consider spending the evening enjoying a Flamenco show after dinner.
Hotel: Alcora. (B,D)

Day 5 – Seville Sightseeing
This fascinating town has historic associations Julius Caesar, Sultan Yacoub Al Mansur, Don Juan and Carmen. See the massive Cathedral on your guided tour, which houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Nearby stands the Moorish Giralda Tower (originally a minaret), the Alcazar, and the adjoining Santa Cruz quarter, with its flower-decked balconies. The rest of the day is yours to relax or sightsee. (B,D)

Day 6 – Seville – Lisbon
Travel into the heart of Portugal, across the modern Tagus Bridge to the Portuguese capital, Lisbon.
Hotel: Costa Da Caparica. (B)

Day 7 – Lisbon Sightseeing
A panoramic guided tour along the spacious avenues takes you to the Terreiro do Paco, finest square in the city. See the modern Monument to the Discoveries and ancient Belem Tower – a fortress originally set in the middle of the river, but now high and dry on the riverbank. Spend the afternoon at leisure: shop for pottery or join an optional excursion to Sintra, once the summer residence of the Kings of Portugal. (B)

Day 8 – Lisbon – Salamanca
Head north this morning to visit the Basilica at Fatima, commemorating the Virgin Mary’s appearance before three children in 1917; it is one of the most important centres for Roman Catholics worldwide. Cross the border back into Spain and continue to the ‘Golden City’ of Salamanca.
Hotel: Vincci Ciudad de Salamanca. (B,D)

Day 9 – Salamanca – Madrid
Sightseeing in Salamanca shows you the handsome Plaza Mayor, and the Puente Romano bridge across the river Tormes - 15 of its 26 arches still date from the time of the ancient Romans! Now cross the rock strewn hills of La Morana towards St Theresa's city of Avila, still entirely enclosed within 11th century walls. Walk awhile within the ancient city, before crossing the wild Guadarrama Mountains back to Madrid.
Hotel: Abba Madrid. (B)

Day 10 – Madrid Sightseeing
Your guided tour shows you the Royal Palace, Plaza de Espana and Cervantes statue. Pass the Cibeles Fountain, Parliament and cross the Puerta del Sol. This afternoon is at lesure. Why not celebrate this evening with a farewell dinner at a restaurant in the Plaza Mayor? (B)

Day 11 – Return to USA
Your memorable tour concludes this morning, after breakfast, with a transfer to Madrid Airport. (B)


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
Touring Date
Land Only
Land + Air
Single
(Land Only)
Single
(Land + Air)
9/18/2008 - 9/28/2008
$1,375
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Essentials Inclusions

Superior Touring

  • Arrival & departure transfers between Madrid Airport & your tour hotel at specified times on Day 2 & Day 11.
  • Comfortable Moderate First Class & First Class hotels specially selected for each departure.
  • Luxury, air-conditioned touring coach with 49 reclining seats.
  • Hotel service charges, taxes & porterage.
  • Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack.

Professional Service

  • Experienced professional Tour Director to escort you.
  • Qualified local city guides on major city sightseeing tours.

More Included Meals

  • 9 Breakfasts (B) 4 three course evening meals (D)

Highlights & Sightseeing

  • Guided tour of Toledo, Granada, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid
  • Orientation tours of Fatima, Salamanca and Avila

Spain

  • Visit the town of Toledo to admire its Cathedral
  • See the Cathedral & Giralda Tower, Santa Cruz quarter, and Alcazar in Seville
  • See the Plaza Mayor and Puente Romano in Salamanca
  • Visit the walled town of Avila
  • See the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain in Madrid

Portugal

  • See the Monument to the Discoveriesand Belem Tower in Lisbon
  • Visit the pilgrimage village and Basilica in Fatima

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Great Savings and Discounts

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE!

Here’s how...

Pay 4 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 2.5%

Pay 7 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 5%

Pay 10 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 7.5%

Pay 12 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 10%

Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

FAMILY SAVINGS

YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

SINGLE TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room,

each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

EXTRA TOUR DISCOUNTS

SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares

FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours:  E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be

required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.

SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a

maximum of only 40 guests per tour.

INSIGHT'S GUARANTEES

PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes.

TOUR GUARANTEE FOR LAND TRAVEL: To assist you when booking our airline offers and taking our great early payment savings, Insight has designated a large number of tours which we guarantee will operate on the scheduled date, unless circumstances occur beyond our control. Look for Tour Guarantee (TG symbol) on the itinerary of your choice indicating applicable dates. All other featured departures are planned to operate however, for operational reasons, may be subject to re- scheduling with at least 50 days notice (between May 1st & September 30th).


   
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