Pearls of the Mediterranean 11 Days

Overview

MADRID – IBIZA – MALLORCA – BARCELONA

11 Days
Age 12+
Spain

Included:
• 3 nights in Madrid at 4* Hotel with breakfast
• 2 nights in Palma De Mallorca at 4* Hotel with breakfast
• 2 nights in Ibiza at 4* Hotel with breakfast
• 3 nights in Barcelona at 4* Hotel with breakfast
• Bus services and English-speaking guides as per itinerary
• 9 Lunches
• 10 Dinners
• Entrance fees at Royal Palace, Bellver Castle, Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and Camp Nou stadium
• Flamengo show with local food and drinks
• High speed ferries from Valencia to Ibiza, Ibiza to Mallorca and Mallorca to Barcelona
• Formentera cruise
• Barcelona sail experience
Not Included:
• Tips
• Accommodation tax for the Hotels which will be paid upon arrival by the guests at the reception at each Hotel
• Porterage service

Tour Plan

Day 01: Destination – Madrid

Welcome to the fiery Iberian capital that is Madrid. Delve deep into the soul of a city that marches to the tune of the tapas, before meeting up with your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a memorable Welcome Reception and orientation drive to see some of the city’s most iconic sights. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Madrid. (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 02: Madrid – Toledo – Seville

We head to Toledo, the former capital of Spain, where we join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a walking tour of this city that dates back to Roman times. We’ll visit a traditional sword factory and ‘Dive Into Culture’, witnessing the age-old inlaid-steel craft, before seeing one of El Greco’s most famous paintings in the Church of Santo Tomé – ‘The Burial of the Count of Orgaz’. Return to Madrid and city orientation where we’ll admire the impressive monuments and squares, beginning with the point very centrally, the Puerta Del Sol, where is located the statue symbol of the city. We will also see the square of the goddess Cybeles, the Gate of Alcalá and the Retiro Park. The Tour concludes with a visit to the Real Palacio, the famous Royal Palace. A colossal Italian Baroque style with 2,800 rooms, where you will have the opportunity to admire some of them. Overnight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 03: Madrid – Valencia

Breakfast and departure to Valencia, capital city of the Autonomous Community and the birthplace of the famous architect Santiago Calatrava. In the panoramic tour we will see the complex of three buildings designed “City of Arts and Science” on the park of the river Touro while in the historic center of the city will see the Post Office with the winged statues, Town Hall, Historical Museum, the imposing gothic Cathedral of Notre helpless etc. Free time. We can visit the Aquarium of the city is considered one of the most important in Europe. Transfer and check in at our hotel in Gandia area. Dinner. Overnight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 04: Valencia – Ibiza

Early breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the port to take the ferry to Ibiza. Ibiza is one of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. It is well-known for the lively nightlife scene in Ibiza Town and San Antonio, where major European nightclubs have summer outposts. It is lado home to quite villages, yoga retreats and beaches, from Platja d’en Bossa, lined with hotels, bars and shops, to quieter sandy coves backed by pine- clad hills found around the coastline. An unforgettable tour, revealing the natural and architectural wonders of Ibiza. Beautiful towns, picturesque villages and breathtaking views, where the blue of the crystal waters blends with the green of the Mediterranean scrub. Overnight in Ibiza. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 05: Ibiza – Formentera

Breakfast and We will start with a small cruise (1h) to Formentera, A little over 20km below Ibiza lies the blissful and bohemian island of Formentera, an unspoilt, peaceful paradise with gorgeous beaches, sparkling waters and charming villages, it is one of the easiest spots to lose yourself in that we know of. Our first stop of the day is Es Vedra, possibly the most enchanting spot of the island. Then San Jose, the largest municipality on the island from there to San Antonio, one of the main tourist spots. In the night you can enjoy by your own the famous, endless and unlimited nightlife of Ibiza. Overnight in Ibiza. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 06: Ibiza – Palma de Mallorca

Breakfast and take a high speed ferry from Ibiza to Mallorca. Arrival at Palma and start our tour. Palma is more than just sea and nightlife. This tour will allow us to see the artistic heritage of a wonderful city that never ceases to amaze. The tour starts with the beautiful Gothic cathedral of Santa Maria (La Seu), the most famous building in the city. Then we will head to Bellver Castle, the only circular castle in Spain, where we will have a breathtaking view of the city. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 07: Palma de Mallorca – Inca – Manacor

Today we visit Inca village, famous for its wines, we will have the opportunity to taste the local wines and cuisine of the region. Our last stop will be the city of Manacor, where is the Cave of the Dragon (Cuevas Del Drach) and we will enjoy a small concert in the area of the lake. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Mallorca. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 08: Mallorca – Barcelona

Breakfast at the hotel, some free time at Mallorca port for shopping and relaxing. Then we will take a high-speed ferry from Mallorca to Barcelona. Overnight in Barcelona.(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 09: Barcelona – City tour

Breakfast and start our tour from Montjuic hill where you will enjoy the panoramic view of the city and harbor. We will continue our tour by visiting the Olympic Village and the Olympic stadium where the Olympic Games in 1992 took place. In the Spanish village we will admire all neighborhoods of Spanish cities gathered. Do not forget to visit the workshop of blown glasses. You will have time at your disposal for lunch or coffee, shopping and souvenirs. Next stop is the remarkable work of the famous Gaudí – the Sagrada Familia (Holy Family), following the Catalonia Square with its famous Ramplas. We will walk through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter and will arrive in Barceloneta, the old beach of Barcelona where we will visit the city aquarium (individual costs). Return to the hotel and overnight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Day 10: Barcelona – Gaudi – Camp Nou

Breakfast and departure for Barcelona. The current tour is dedicated to the famous Antoni Gaudi and his creations. We start with the Park Guell, the canvas of creation found in the hill “el Carmel”. The Guell Park contains Gaudi’s creations as fountains dragons decorated with colorful marble mosaic that characterizes the city of Barcelona. Behind the main entrance you will find a vast natural terrace where you can enjoy your coffee with a view of almost the entire city of Barcelona. Inside the park you will find a small house in which the architect himself has stayed some time of his life. We continue to Casa Batlló (Casa Batlló) in the middle of Passeig de Gràcia’s which was reconstructed with the techniques of modernism and Art Nouveau and exceeded all eccentricity, the locals call the House and Bone because of its appearance. We continue with the Casa Milà, also known as La Pedrera which means in Catalan, the quarry. Designed between 1906 and 1910 and was completed in 1912 to be used as residence for a wealthy family speaks. The Pedrera now houses a museum dedicated to Gaudi, the exhibition center cesium de Catalunya, a furnished museum apartment and private houses inhabited by descendants of the original inhabitants. Closing the Gaudi chapter will visit the famous stadium Camp Nou, headquartered FC Barcelona where those interested can tour the stadium and buy souvenirs of the team. Free time. Return to hotel and overnight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Day 11: Barcelona – Departure flight

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for the return flight.