Madrid

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program starts in Madrid, Spain therefore arriving flights need to be booked into the Madrid International Airport (MAD). Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

Hotel Amendment: Please be advised that the group will now stay at the NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza instead of Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza on Day 4. The NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza is located in the heart of the city close to museums, shops and restaurants.

DÍA 1

Upon arriving at the Madrid International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros.

You will then be transferred to the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or a similar hotel, where you will spend the evening. Las comidas corren por su cuenta.

Aviso: Los huéspedes solteros se trasladarán en un sedán, y las parejas lo harán en una camioneta. Los sedanes pueden llevar 2 piezas de equipaje más 2 maletas de tamaño de mano. Las furgonetas pueden llevar 4 piezas de equipaje y de 2 a3 maletas de tamaño de mano. Si tiene más equipaje del permitido, es posible que se requiera un vehículo más grande con un costo adicional. Informe a su agente de reservas al menos 21 días antes de zarpar si se requiere un vehículo más grande.

Día 2

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Lunch follows, after which you will return to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Toledo there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over paved and cobblestone surfaces with some ascending inclines. In Madrid you will have approximately 1.5km / .9 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 3

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Segovia you will have approximately 1km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestones and paved surfaces, with some ascending inclines and in Escorial there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide for a two-hour drive to Siguenza. Enjoy the changing landscape along the way.

Arrive to the ancient town of Siguenza, considered one of the best kept villages in Spain. Located in a strategical location and overlooking a fertile area, the town has been inhabited since the paleolithic time, and conserves evident traces of ancient settlers such as Romans, Visigots and Arabs just to name a few.

Follow your guide on a stroll through its medieval streets, admire the central square “ Plaza Mayor “ and the façades of many elegant palaces houses, churches and convents that reflect the ancient important of Siguenza.

After lunch in typical restaurant, continue to Zaragoza (2 hour drive). Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the old quarter. See the famous Basilica of Pilar: overlooking the Ebro River, it is famous pilgrimage site with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and multiple domes.

After visiting, check in to your hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Seguenza you will have approximately approx. 1 km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces and some light inclines and in Zaragoza approximately 1 km/ .6 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 5

Enjoy breakfast and check out before taking a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist.

After lunch, proceed to the port of Barcelona where you will embark the ship.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso

• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre programado se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Noches Adicionales

• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el día 2 del programa.

• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.

• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.

DÍA 1

Arrive at the Madrid International Airport

Transfer to your hotel and check-in

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Meet with your local guide for a tour of Toledo and Madrid

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch at local restaurant

3:00pm Departure from Toledo for Madrid

4:30pm Arrival in Madrid and city tour

6:00pm Return to your hotel for the evening

Dinner is on own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8.:30am Meet your local guide and depart for Segovia

10:00am Segovia visit

12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrival in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Arrival back at your hotel

Dinner is own own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Meet your guide at reception for a transfer to Madrid-Siguenza

10:30am Visit Siguenza

12:45pm Lunch at Parador de Siguenza

2:30pm Drive to Zaragoza

4:30pm Arrival to Zaragoza and city tour

6:30pm Check-in at the hotel

Dinner at leisure and rest of the evening at leisure

Overnight at the NH Collection Hotel Gran Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 5

AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out

8:30am Drive from Zaragoza to the Monastery of Poblet

10:30am Arrival and visit

12:45pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:15pm Drive Barcelona for embarkation

3:45pm Approximate arrival in Barcelona and embark the ship

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Eurostar Madrid Tower

Paseo de la Castellana 259 28046 Madrid

Teléfono: +34 913 342700

NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza

C. Joaquín Costa, 5, Casco Antiguo, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain

Teléfono: +34 976 22 19 01

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

1 night at the NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos (independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros) son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid therefore departing flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport. Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas.

Día 1

After disembarking the cruise ship in Barcelona, you will enjoy a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist. Free time follows, during which you can explore further. The centrally located Plaza Mayor is a great starting point for shopping and people-watching.

Afterwards, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Zaragoza, the capital of the province that lies on the Ebro River. Upon arriving, you will check into the NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza or similar, where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Día 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend the next two hours or so exploring Zaragoza, especially the Old Town. Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

You will next visit the ancient town of Medinaceli, which in Arabic and means “City on the Hill.” The Romans founded the city and structures from that time still remain, the most famous being a stone arch built in the 2nd century. Other highlights include a 17th-century palace and a Gothic church built even earlier.

Following lunch, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Madrid, where you will check into the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Día 3

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Another spectacular El Greco painting hangs in the Church of Santo Tomé, while the 13th-century Synagogue of Saint Mary the White is known for its Mudejar-style horseshoe arches. Be sure to notice these elaborately decorated arches as you browse the interior.

Lunch follows, after which you will proceed to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Día 4

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Día 5

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Madrid International Airport based on the departure of your flight. Luggage can be stored at the hotel for guests with flights that depart late in the day.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

8:45am Disembark in Barcelona and drive to Poblet

10:30am Visit the Poblet Monastery

11:30am Walking tour of Montblanc

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Transfer to Zaragoza

5:00pm Check into the NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Begin touring Zaragoza

10:45am Transfer to Medinaceli

1:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:00pm Visit Medinaceli

5:00pm Transfer to Madrid

7:00pm Check-in at the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Drive to Toledo

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Depart for Madrid

4:30pm Begin touring Madrid

6:00pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Depart for Segovia

10:00am Visit Segovia

12:30pm Lunch

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrive in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel

DÍA 5

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00pm Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Madrid International Airport based on the flight details provided

Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer.

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. Check-out is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of the program.

Traslados: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure that the cruise line has their up-to-date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

If you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

If you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you may occupy the room until your departure. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza

Calle Joaquín Costa, 5, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain

Teléfono: + 34 976 22 19 01

Eurostar Madrid Tower

Paseo de la Castellana 259, B, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Teléfono: +34 913 34 27 00

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

1 night at the NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

Lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Gratuities to drivers and guides

• Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid, Spain therefore departing flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport (MAD). Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

DÍA 1

After disembarking the cruise ship in Barcelona, you will enjoy a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist. Free time follows, during which you can explore further. The centrally located Plaza Mayor is a great starting point for shopping and people-watching.

Afterwards, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Zaragoza, the capital of the province that lies on the Ebro River. Upon arriving, you will check into your hotel, where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

DÍA 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend the next two hours or so exploring Zaragoza, especially the Old Town. Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

You will next visit the ancient town of Medinaceli, which in Arabic and means “City on the Hill.” The Romans founded the city and structures from that time still remain, the most famous being a stone arch built in the 2nd century. Other highlights include a 17th-century palace and a Gothic church built even earlier.

Following lunch, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Madrid, where you will check into the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Zaragoza there will be approximately 1 km/ .6 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces. In Medinaceli, 1.5km / .9 miles over cobbled and paved surfaces with slight inclines.

DÍA 3

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Lunch follows, after which you will proceed to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Toledo there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over paved and cobblestone surfaces with some ascending inclines. In Madrid you will have approximately 1.5km / .9 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Segovia you will have approximately 1km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestones and paved surfaces, with some ascending inclines and in Escorial there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 5

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Madrid International Airport based on the departure of your flight. Luggage can be stored at the hotel for guests with flights that depart late in the day.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

8:45am Disembark in Barcelona and drive to Poblet

10:30am Visit the Poblet Monastery

11:30am Walking tour of Montblanc

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Transfer to Zaragoza

5:00pm Check into the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the NH Collection Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Begin touring Zaragoza

10:45am Transfer to Medinaceli

1:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:00pm Visit Medinaceli

5:00pm Transfer to Madrid

7:00pm Check-in at the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Drive to Toledo

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Depart for Madrid

4:30pm Begin touring Madrid

6:00pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Depart for Segovia

10:00am Visit Segovia

12:30pm Lunch

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrive in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 5

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00pm Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Madrid International Airport based on the flight details provided

Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer.

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. Check-out is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of the program.

Traslados: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure that the cruise line has their up-to-date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

If you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

If you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you may occupy the room until your departure. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

NH Collection Zaragoza

C. Joaquín Costa, 5, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain

Teléfono: +34 976 22 19 01

Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel

P.º de la Castellana, 259, B, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Teléfono: +34 913 34 27 00

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

1 night at the NH Collection Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid therefore departing flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport. Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

DÍA 1

After disembarking the cruise ship in Barcelona, you will enjoy a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist. Free time follows, during which you can explore further. The centrally located Plaza Mayor is a great starting point for shopping and people-watching.

Afterwards, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Zaragoza, the capital of the province that lies on the Ebro River. Upon arriving, you will check into the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza or similar, where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

DÍA 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend the next two hours or so exploring Zaragoza, especially the Old Town. Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

You will next visit the ancient town of Medinaceli, which in Arabic and means “City on the Hill.” The Romans founded the city and structures from that time still remain, the most famous being a stone arch built in the 2nd century. Other highlights include a 17th-century palace and a Gothic church built even earlier.

Following lunch, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Madrid, where you will check into the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

DÍA 3

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Another spectacular El Greco painting hangs in the Church of Santo Tomé, while the 13th-century Synagogue of Saint Mary the White is known for its Mudejar-style horseshoe arches. Be sure to notice these elaborately decorated arches as you browse the interior.

Lunch follows, after which you will proceed to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 5

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Madrid International Airport based on the departure of your flight. Luggage can be stored at the hotel for guests with flights that depart late in the day.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

8:45am Disembark in Barcelona and drive to Poblet

10:30am Visit the Poblet Monastery

11:30am Walking tour of Montblanc

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Transfer to Zaragoza

5:00pm Check into the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Begin touring Zaragoza

10:45am Transfer to Medinaceli

1:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:00pm Visit Medinaceli

5:00pm Transfer to Madrid

7:00pm Check-in at the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Drive to Toledo

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Depart for Madrid

4:30pm Begin touring Madrid

6:00pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Depart for Segovia

10:00am Visit Segovia

12:30pm Lunch

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrive in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 5

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00pm Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Madrid International Airport based on the flight details provided

Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer.

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. Check-out is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of the program.

Traslados: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure that the cruise line has their up-to-date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

If you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

If you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you may occupy the room until your departure. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Calle del Coso, 15-17-19, 50003 Zaragoza

Teléfono: + 34 876 54 11 18

Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel

P.º de la Castellana, 259, B, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Teléfono: +34 913 34 27 00

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

1 night at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 60 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 60 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid, Spain therefore departing flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport (MAD). Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

Hotel Amendment: Please be advised that the group will now stay at the NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza instead of Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza on Day 1. The NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza is located in the heart of the city close to museums, shops and restaurants.

DÍA 1

After disembarking the cruise ship in Barcelona, you will enjoy a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist. Free time follows, during which you can explore further. The centrally located Plaza Mayor is a great starting point for shopping and people-watching.

Afterwards, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Zaragoza, the capital of the province that lies on the Ebro River. Upon arriving, you will check into your hotel where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

DÍA 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend the next two hours or so exploring Zaragoza, especially the Old Town. Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

You will next visit the ancient town of Medinaceli, which in Arabic and means “City on the Hill.” The Romans founded the city and structures from that time still remain, the most famous being a stone arch built in the 2nd century. Other highlights include a 17th-century palace and a Gothic church built even earlier.

Following lunch, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Madrid, where you will check into the Eurostar Madrid Tower or similar hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Zaragoza there will be approximately 1 km/ .6 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces. In Medinaceli, 1.5km / .9 miles over cobbled and paved surfaces with slight inclines.

DÍA 3

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Lunch follows, after which you will proceed to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Toledo there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over paved and cobblestone surfaces with some ascending inclines. In Madrid you will have approximately 1.5km / .9 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Segovia you will have approximately 1km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestones and paved surfaces, with some ascending inclines and in Escorial there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 5

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Madrid International Airport based on the departure of your flight. Luggage can be stored at the hotel for guests with flights that depart late in the day.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

8:45am Disembark in Barcelona and drive to Poblet

10:30am Visit the Poblet Monastery

11:30am Walking tour of Montblanc

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Transfer to Zaragoza

5:00pm Check into the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Begin touring Zaragoza

10:45am Transfer to Medinaceli

1:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:00pm Visit Medinaceli

5:00pm Transfer to Madrid

7:00pm Check-in at the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Drive to Toledo

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Depart for Madrid

4:30pm Begin touring Madrid

6:00pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Depart for Segovia

10:00am Visit Segovia

12:30pm Lunch

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrive in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar hotel

DÍA 5

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00pm Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Madrid International Airport based on the flight details provided

Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer.

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. Check-out is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of the program.

Traslados: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure that the cruise line has their up-to-date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

If you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

If you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you may occupy the room until your departure. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza

C. Joaquín Costa, 5, Casco Antiguo, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain

Teléfono: +34 976 22 19 01

Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel

P.º de la Castellana, 259, B, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Teléfono: +34 913 34 27 00

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

1 night at the NH Collection Gran Hotel Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Enjoy in-depth explorations of some of Spain’s most characteristic cities, including Madrid, Toledo, Burgos and Bilbao, where you will see glorious churches, ancient landmarks and extraordinarily beautiful scenery.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid therefore departure flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport.

DÍA 1

After disembarking the ship in Bilbao, enjoy a short panoramic drive from the pier into the city. Upon arrival, you will make your way towards the Guggenheim museum for a photo stop (outside visit). As you will clearly see, its titanium structure is built in the shape of a ship, truly a work of an art itself, designed by Canadian architect Frank Gehry.

Re-board your coach and drive towards Bilbao’s Old Quarter. This charming city is both modern and dynamic while at the same time, quite traditional with its 700 years of history adding to the ambiance. Leaving your coach behind, you'll enjoy a guided walk around the Old Quarter, the most popular area of the city. Here, you will see the Teatro Arriaga, el Arenal, the old stevedoring port and today one of the favorite promenades of the citizens of Bilbao, the San Nicholas Church, the Cathedral of Santiago along with its cloister, and Plaza Nueva.

Following this walking tour, you will enjoy a typical “Pintxos-style” lunch at a local restaurant.

Following lunch, you will drive to Burgos and check-in to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at leisure and dinner is on your own.

DÍA 2

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy an enlightening walking tour of the ancient city of Burgos.

Burgos was founded in the year 884, high on a mountain where the ruins of a castle stand today. Celebrated for its magnificent cathedral, this medieval town was an important stop on the Way of Saint James pilgrimage trail to Santiago de Compostela and it was the capital of the Castilla-Leon region from the 10th through the 14th centuries.

Fortunately, Burgos has preserved its charm, as seen in its exquisite monuments, quaint cobblestone streets and shaded promenades. As you meander along, you will see the ruins of the castle and numerous monasteries and churches. Still, Burgos Cathedral, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the highlight.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1221 and wasn’t completed until 1567, so it is a fine example of the evolution of Gothic style, exhibited in its architecture, collection of art, choir stalls, tombs and stained-glass windows. While browsing through the inside of the cathedral, you can’t help but marvel at its many wonders.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before driving to Madrid. Once checked-in to your hotel you will have the remainder of the day and evening at your leisure. La cena corre por su cuenta.

After settling in, you may wish to explore nearby. Enjoy the history and heritage of Madrid visiting emblematic locations such as Plaza de España, Puerta del Sol or the Royal Palace, all just a short walk away.

DÍA 3

Following breakfast, you will begin driving toward Toledo, a city so spectacular that Spain has been declared it a national monument. The architecture throughout the city is stunning and includes styles from various epochs, such as Arabian, Jewish, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Medieval. As you walk through the streets, the guide will point out the most impressive examples of the various architectural styles.

Toledo was the hometown of the revered painter El Greco and his works adorn many of the landmarks, including the city cathedral. Finished in 1493 after more than 250 years of sporadic construction, it was inspired by the great Gothic cathedrals of France. Be sure to notice the location of the elaborate choir in the center of the nave.

Other El Greco paintings can be found in the Church of Santo Tomé, including his masterpiece “Burial of the Count of Orgaz.” The 14th-century church is also a magnificent structure, especially its distinct Mudéjar tower. Lord Orgaz funded the construction of the church, which is why El Greco chose him as the subject of his painting that hangs in the church’s chapel.

You will also visit Santa Maria la Blanca, a synagogue built even earlier. Completed in 1203, the synagogue features Islamic influences in its horseshoe arches with Mudéjar decorations and dark-red floor dotted with decorative tiles. Although it resembles a mosque, it was converted into a church in the early 15th century.

After visiting these religious sites and other landmarks, you will enjoy a panoramic drive back to Madrid, Spain’s capital since 1562. Located atop a plateau, Madrid has the distinction of being Europe’s highest capital.

You will gain great insight into the lifestyle as you drive along city streets such as Gran Via, which is lined with early 20th-century architecture. You will also tour the historical Austrias and Borbonnes quarters, during which you will gain an even greater insight into the city.

Afterwards, you will return to your hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening. La cena corre por su cuenta.

DÍA 4

After breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and transfer to the Madrid International Airport for your flight home in accordance with the flight details provided.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Please note: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

9:00am Disembark the ship in Bilbao

9:45am Panoramic drive and photo stop at Guggenheim Museum (Outside visit)

10:30am Drive to Bilbao Old Quarter and walking tour

1:00pm Pintxos-style lunch at a local restaurant

2:30pm Drive to Burgos

4:30pm Check in at your hotel

The remainder of the evening and dinner are at your leisure and on own

Overnight at the Hotel Silken Gran Teatro or similar hotel

DÍA 2

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Begin your walking tour of Burgos with local guide, including inside visit to the Cathedral

12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Drive to Madrid

4:30pm Arrival to Madrid and check in at your hotel

The remainder of the evening and dinner are at your leisure and on own

Overnight at the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel

DÍA 3

7:00am Breakfast at your hotel

8:00am Departure to Toledo

9:30am Begin your tour of Toledo with local guide (Visits to Cathedral, Santa Maria la Blanca and Sto Tomé included)

1:00pm Lunch in Toledo at a local restaurant

3:00pm Rejoin the coach and drive to Madrid

4:15pm Madrid panoramic drive and transfer to hotel

5:00pm Arrive at the hotel

The remainder of the evening and dinner are at your leisure and on own

Overnight at the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00 h: Horario de registro de salida

Transfer from hotel to the Madrid airport based on your flight schedule.

*For guests with late flights, luggage storage will be available at the hotel until your transfer time

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El horario del registro de salida es a las 12:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno corren por su cuenta después del Día 4 del programa.

Traslados: Todos los huéspedes que reserven sus vuelos de manera independiente deben asegurarse de que la línea de cruceros tenga los detalles de la fecha de su vuelo más actualizados para que se puedan organizar los traslados al aeropuerto. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta o si su vuelo no se realiza el último día del programa, los traslados no estarán incluidos.

Si tiene un vuelo que sale tarde, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional para ocupar la habitación hasta su salida. Se le pedirá que desaloje la habitación a las 12:00 h. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Pronóstico del tiempo:

The average temperature is 28º C / 82º F at this time of the year

Qué debe traer:

Comfortable clothes and good walking shoes, sun protection, umbrellas, cameras and chargers.

Moneda Local:

Euro

Electricidad:

220 voltios. We recommend bringing a travel adaptor for electric devices

Requisitos de documentación y visa:

A valid passport is required

Dirección de los hoteles:

Melia Madrid Princesa Hotel

C. de la Princesa, 27, 28008 Madrid, Spain

Teléfono: +34 912 76 47 47

BURGOS: Hotel Silken Gran Teatro

Avenida del Arlanzón, 8 - 09004 Burgos, España

Tel: (+34) 947 253 900

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares, y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

El programa incluye:

•1 night in Burgos at the Hotel Silken Gran Teatro or similar (Comfort Room)

•2 nights in Madrid at Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel (Melia Room Twin or Queen)

• Desayuno todos los días

• Traslados

•English-speaking guide

•Toledo visit: local guide, entrance fees to Cathedral, Santa Maria and Santo Tomé, lunch

•Burgos visit: local guide, Cathedral entrance fee, lunch

•Bilbao visit: Pintxos-style lunch

•Drinks: half bottle of wine and water per person at lunch

El programa no incluye:

• Gastos personales

•Incidentals at the hotel including room service and mini bar

•Food and beverage services where not specified

•Porterage at the hotels

•Gratuities to guides and on transfers

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 60 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 60 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program starts in Madrid therefore arriving flights need to be booked into the Madrid International Airport. Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

DÍA 1

Upon arriving at the Madrid International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros.

You will then be transferred to the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or a similar hotel, where you will spend the evening. Las comidas corren por su cuenta.

Aviso: Los huéspedes solteros se trasladarán en un sedán, y las parejas lo harán en una camioneta. Los sedanes pueden llevar 2 piezas de equipaje más 2 maletas de tamaño de mano. Las furgonetas pueden llevar 4 piezas de equipaje y de 2 a3 maletas de tamaño de mano. Si tiene más equipaje del permitido, es posible que se requiera un vehículo más grande con un costo adicional. Informe a su agente de reservas al menos 21 días antes de zarpar si se requiere un vehículo más grande.

Día 2

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Another spectacular El Greco painting hangs in the Church of Santo Tomé, while the 13th-century Synagogue of Saint Mary the White is known for its Mudejar-style horseshoe arches. Be sure to notice these elaborately decorated arches as you browse the interior.

Lunch follows, after which you will return to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 3

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide for a two-hour drive to Siguenza. Enjoy the changing landscape along the way.

Arrive to the ancient town of Siguenza, considered one of the best kept villages in Spain. Located in a strategical location and overlooking a fertile area, the town has been inhabited since the paleolithic time, and conserves evident traces of ancient settlers such as Romans, Visigots and Arabs just to name a few.

Follow your guide on a stroll through its medieval streets, admire the central square “ Plaza Mayor “ and the façades of many elegant palaces houses, churches and convents that reflect the ancient important of Siguenza.

After lunch in typical restaurant, continue to Zaragoza (2 hour drive). Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the old quarter. See the famous Basilica of Pilar: overlooking the Ebro River, it is famous pilgrimage site with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and multiple domes.

After visiting, check in to your hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 5

Enjoy breakfast and check out before taking a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist.

After lunch, proceed to the port of Tarragona where you will embark the ship.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso

• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre programado se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Noches Adicionales

• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el día 2 del programa.

• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.

• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.

DÍA 1

Arrive at the Madrid International Airport

Transfer to your hotel and check-in

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Meet with your local guide for a tour of Toledo and Madrid

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch at local restaurant

3:00pm Departure from Toledo for Madrid

4:30pm Arrival in Madrid and city tour

6:00pm Return to your hotel for the evening

Dinner is on own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Meet your local guide and depart for Segovia

10:00am Segovia visit

12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrival in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Arrival back at your hotel

Dinner is own own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Meet your guide at reception for a transfer to Madrid-Siguenza

10:30am Visit Siguenza

12:45pm Lunch at Parador de Siguenza

2:30pm Drive to Zaragoza

4:30pm Arrival to Zaragoza and city tour

6:30pm Check-in at the hotel

Dinner at leisure and rest of the evening at leisure

Overnight at the Hotel Alfonso or similar hotel

DÍA 5

AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out

8:30am Drive from Zaragoza to the Monastery of Poblet

10:30am Arrival and visit

12:45pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:15pm Drive to Tarragona for embarkation

4:30pm Approximate arrival in Tarragona and embark the ship

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Eurostar Madrid Tower

Paseo de la Castellana 259 28046 Madrid

Teléfono: +34 913 342700

Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Calle del Coso, 15-17-19, 50003 Zaragoza

Teléfono: + 34 876 54 11 18

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

1 night at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos (independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros) son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 60 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 60 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program ends in Madrid therefore departing flights need to be booked out of the Madrid International Airport. Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas.

Día 1

After disembarking the cruise ship in Barcelona or Tarragona (depending on your voyage), you will enjoy a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist. Free time follows, during which you can explore further. The centrally located Plaza Mayor is a great starting point for shopping and people-watching.

Afterwards, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Zaragoza, the capital of the province that lies on the Ebro River. Upon arriving, you will check into the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza or similar, where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Aviso: if your sailing ends in Tarragona, enjoy a brief panoramic drive of the city before proceeding to Poblet Monastery

Día 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend the next two hours or so exploring Zaragoza, especially the Old Town. Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

You will next visit the ancient town of Medinaceli, which in Arabic and means “City on the Hill.” The Romans founded the city and structures from that time still remain, the most famous being a stone arch built in the 2nd century. Other highlights include a 17th-century palace and a Gothic church built even earlier.

Following lunch, you will settle in for a relaxing drive to Madrid, where you will check into the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Día 3

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Another spectacular El Greco painting hangs in the Church of Santo Tomé, while the 13th-century Synagogue of Saint Mary the White is known for its Mudejar-style horseshoe arches. Be sure to notice these elaborately decorated arches as you browse the interior.

Lunch follows, after which you will proceed to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Día 4

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Día 5

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Madrid International Airport based on the departure of your flight. Luggage can be stored at the hotel for guests with flights that depart late in the day.

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:

• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.

DÍA 1

8:45am Disembark in Barcelona or Tarragona and drive to Poblet

10:30am Visit the Poblet Monastery

11:30am Walking tour of Montblanc

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Transfer to Zaragoza

5:00pm Check into your hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Begin touring Zaragoza

10:45am Transfer to Medinaceli

1:00 p. m. Almuerzo en un restaurante local

3:00pm Visit Medinaceli

5:00pm Transfer to Madrid

7:00pm Check-in at your hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Drive to Toledo

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch

3:00pm Depart for Madrid

4:30pm Begin touring Madrid

6:00pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar hotel

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Depart for Segovia

10:00am Visit Segovia

12:30pm Lunch

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrive in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Return to the hotel

Resto del día libre. La cena corre por su cuenta.

Overnight at the Melia Madrid Princesa or similar

DÍA 5

Desayuno en el hotel

12:00pm Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Madrid International Airport based on the flight details provided

Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer.

Noches Adicionales: Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. Check-out is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of the program.

Traslados: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure that the cruise line has their up-to-date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.

If you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

If you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you may occupy the room until your departure. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas.

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Calle del Coso, 15-17-19, 50003 Zaragoza

Teléfono: + 34 876 54 11 18

Melia Madrid Princesa

Calle de la Princesa, 27, 28008 Madrid

Teléfono: +34 912 76 47 47

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

1 night at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

3 nights at the Melia Princesa including breakfast or similar hotel (Melia Room)

Lunches as indicated in the itinerary

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program starts in Madrid, Spain therefore arriving flights need to be booked into the Madrid International Airport (MAD). Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

DÍA 1

Upon arriving at the Madrid International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros.

You will then be transferred to your hotel, where you will spend the evening. Las comidas corren por su cuenta.

Aviso: Los huéspedes solteros se trasladarán en un sedán, y las parejas lo harán en una camioneta. Los sedanes pueden llevar 2 piezas de equipaje más 2 maletas de tamaño de mano. Las furgonetas pueden llevar 4 piezas de equipaje y de 2 a3 maletas de tamaño de mano. Si tiene más equipaje del permitido, es posible que se requiera un vehículo más grande con un costo adicional. Informe a su agente de reservas al menos 21 días antes de zarpar si se requiere un vehículo más grande.

Día 2

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Lunch follows, after which you will return to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Toledo there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over paved and cobblestone surfaces with some ascending inclines. In Madrid you will have approximately 1.5km / .9 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 3

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Segovia you will have approximately 1km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestones and paved surfaces, with some ascending inclines and in Escorial there will be approximately 2.5 km / 1.5 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide for a two-hour drive to Siguenza. Enjoy the changing landscape along the way.

Arrive to the ancient town of Siguenza, considered one of the best kept villages in Spain. Located in a strategical location and overlooking a fertile area, the town has been inhabited since the paleolithic time, and conserves evident traces of ancient settlers such as Romans, Visigots and Arabs just to name a few.

Follow your guide on a stroll through its medieval streets, admire the central square “ Plaza Mayor “ and the façades of many elegant palaces houses, churches and convents that reflect the ancient important of Siguenza.

After lunch in typical restaurant, continue to Zaragoza (2 hour drive). Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the old quarter. See the famous Basilica of Pilar: overlooking the Ebro River, it is famous pilgrimage site with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and multiple domes.

After visiting, check in to your hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

Aviso: In Seguenza you will have approximately approx. 1 km / .6 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces and some light inclines and in Zaragoza approximately 1 km/ .6 miles of walking over flat, paved surfaces.

DÍA 5

Enjoy breakfast and check out before taking a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist.

After lunch, proceed to the port of Barcelona where you will embark the ship.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso

• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre programado se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Noches Adicionales

• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el día 2 del programa.

• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.

• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.

DÍA 1

Arrive at the Madrid International Airport

Transfer to your hotel and check-in

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Meet with your local guide for a tour of Toledo and Madrid

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch at local restaurant

3:00pm Departure from Toledo for Madrid

4:30pm Arrival in Madrid and city tour

6:00pm Return to your hotel for the evening

Dinner is on own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8.:30am Meet your local guide and depart for Segovia

10:00am Segovia visit

12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrival in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Arrival back at your hotel

Dinner is own own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 4

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Meet your guide at reception for a transfer to Madrid-Siguenza

10:30am Visit Siguenza

12:45pm Lunch at Parador de Siguenza

2:30pm Drive to Zaragoza

4:30pm Arrival to Zaragoza and city tour

6:30pm Check-in at the hotel

Dinner at leisure and rest of the evening at leisure

Overnight at the Nh Collection Zaragoza or similar hotel

DÍA 5

AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out

8:30am Drive from Zaragoza to the Monastery of Poblet

10:30am Arrival and visit

12:45pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:15pm Drive Barcelona for embarkation

3:45pm Approximate arrival in Barcelona and embark the ship

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

Septiembre: temperatura promedio de 22 ºC

Octubre: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Noviembre: temperatura promedio de 10 ºC

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Eurostar Madrid Tower

Paseo de la Castellana 259 28046 Madrid

Teléfono: +34 913 342700

NH Collection Zaragoza

C. Joaquín Costa, 5, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain

Teléfono: +34 976 22 19 01

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

1 night at the NH Collection Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos (independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros) son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Explore prominent landmarks and extraordinary cities that define Spain, many of them World Heritage sites, an experience that will leave you with a deeper historical and cultural perspective of the country.

AVISO: this program starts in Madrid therefore arriving flights need to be booked into the Madrid International Airport. Este recorrido no se recomienda para pasajeros con dificultades para caminar o para aquellos que usan silla de ruedas, andador o scooter debido a las largas caminatas, la cantidad de escalones y las superficies empedradas. There are long segments of driving on this program.

DÍA 1

Upon arriving at the Madrid International Airport, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall which is outside the luggage claim area. Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros.

You will then be transferred to the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or a similar hotel, where you will spend the evening. Las comidas corren por su cuenta.

Aviso: Los huéspedes solteros se trasladarán en un sedán, y las parejas lo harán en una camioneta. Los sedanes pueden llevar 2 piezas de equipaje más 2 maletas de tamaño de mano. Las furgonetas pueden llevar 4 piezas de equipaje y de 2 a3 maletas de tamaño de mano. Si tiene más equipaje del permitido, es posible que se requiera un vehículo más grande con un costo adicional. Informe a su agente de reservas al menos 21 días antes de zarpar si se requiere un vehículo más grande.

Día 2

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Toledo, a city so architecturally rich that Spain has declared it a national monument. UNESCO agreed and designated the historic center a World Heritage site, in part because three religions existed harmoniously here—Christianity, Islam and Judaism.

As you walk through this extraordinary city on the Tagus River, you will get a genuine feel for what life was like here in the Middle Ages. The historic city center is that atmospheric. The Toledo Cathedral is particularly impressive, as it is considered one of Europe’s greatest Gothic buildings. Built over nearly three centuries, starting in 1226, the cathedral contains a spectacular high altar and two painting by El Greco, the famed painter that lived in Toledo.

Another spectacular El Greco painting hangs in the Church of Santo Tomé, while the 13th-century Synagogue of Saint Mary the White is known for its Mudejar-style horseshoe arches. Be sure to notice these elaborately decorated arches as you browse the interior.

Lunch follows, after which you will return to Madrid. As an introduction to Spain’s vibrant capital, you will drive past key landmarks before starting an enlightening walking tour in Plaza Mayor. This grand arcaded square in the heart of the city offers wonderful options for shopping and dining nearby, as you may discover during free time.

By late afternoon, you will return to the hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 3

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Segovia, a World Heritage site perhaps best known for its aqueduct that was probably constructed during the reign of Roman emperor Trajan. Until about 100 years ago, the aqueduct still carried water from the Frio River into Segovia 10 miles away.

The Alcazar is another landmark that is impossible to miss. Construction began in the 12th century and its fabulous fairy-tale style supposedly inspired the design of the Walt Disney castle in part. You will also spend time in Segovia’s walled upper town, whose cathedral is the last Gothic one built in Spain. It stands where Isabella I was proclaimed the Queen of Castile in 1474.

Following lunch in Segovia, you will drive to the 16th-century Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on the outskirts of Madrid. It too is a World Heritage site and celebrated for its austere appearance, which influenced Spanish architecture for the next half century or so. As you wander through the interior, the guide will describe the building’s illustrious history, including how King Philip II conceived El Escorial as a funerary monument for his father.

After visiting, you will return to the hotel in Madrid, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 4

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide for a two-hour drive to Siguenza. Enjoy the changing landscape along the way.

Arrive to the ancient town of Siguenza, considered one of the best kept villages in Spain. Located in a strategical location and overlooking a fertile area, the town has been inhabited since the paleolithic time, and conserves evident traces of ancient settlers such as Romans, Visigots and Arabs just to name a few.

Follow your guide on a stroll through its medieval streets, admire the central square “ Plaza Mayor “ and the façades of many elegant palaces houses, churches and convents that reflect the ancient important of Siguenza.

After lunch in typical restaurant, continue to Zaragoza (2 hour drive). Its star attraction is the multi-domed Basilica of Pilar, an important pilgrimage site. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary gave Saint James a pillar made of jasper here and instructed him to build a church on the site. This last version of El Pilar, as it’s known locally, was constructed beginning in the late 17th century.

Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the old quarter. See the famous Basilica of Pilar: overlooking the Ebro River, it is famous pilgrimage site with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and multiple domes.

After visiting, check in to your hotel, where you will spend the evening with dinner on your own.

DÍA 5

Enjoy breakfast and check out before taking a leisurely and immensely scenic drive to the Poblet Monastery. A 12th-century church stands at the center of this sacred World Heritage site, which features a fortified royal residence. While touring, you will learn about the monks’ lifestyle in the Middle Ages and the mountainous route that connects this Cisterian monastery to two others.

Continuing on to the nearby medieval village of Montblanc, you can expect to see its Gothic churches, the royal palace and the city’s 14th-century stone walls, more than half of which still exist.

After lunch, proceed to the port of Barcelona where you will embark the ship.

Aviso: At the Monastery of Poblet you will have approximately 1.5 km / .9 miles of walking and about 10 steps to negotiate. In Montblanc there will be approximately 1 km./.06 miles of walking over cobblestone surfaces

Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso

• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.

• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.

• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.

• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre programado se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.

Noches Adicionales

• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el día 2 del programa.

• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.

• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.

DÍA 1

Arrive at the Madrid International Airport

Transfer to your hotel and check-in

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 2

Desayuno en el hotel

8:30am Meet with your local guide for a tour of Toledo and Madrid

10:00am Visit of Toledo

1:00pm Lunch at local restaurant

3:00pm Departure from Toledo for Madrid

4:30pm Arrival in Madrid and city tour

6:00pm Return to your hotel for the evening

Dinner is on own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

DÍA 3

Desayuno en el hotel

8.:30am Meet your local guide and depart for Segovia

10:00am Segovia visit

12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart for Escorial

3:00pm Arrival in Escorial

3:15pm Visit Escorial

5:30pm Arrival back at your hotel

Dinner is own own

Overnight at the Eurostar Madrid Tower Hotel or similar

Desayuno en el hotel

8:45am Meet your guide at reception for a transfer to Madrid-Siguenza

10:30am Visit Siguenza

12:45pm Lunch at Parador de Siguenza

2:30pm Drive to Zaragoza

4:30pm Arrival to Zaragoza and city tour

6:30pm Check-in at the hotel

Dinner at leisure and rest of the evening at leisure

Overnight at the Hotel Alfonso or similar hotel

DÍA 5

AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out

8:30am Drive from Zaragoza to the Monastery of Poblet

10:30am Arrival and visit

12:45pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:15pm Drive Barcelona for embarkation

3:45pm Approximate arrival in Barcelona and embark the ship

Pronóstico del tiempo

Abril: temperatura promedio de 12 ºC

Mayo: temperatura promedio de 15 ºC

Junio: temperatura promedio de 20 ºC

September:average temperature 22º C

October:average temperature 15º C

November:average temperature 10º C

Qué debe traer

Ropa adecuada para el clima, sombreros, zapatos planos y cómodos para caminar, gafas de sol, protección solar, sombrillas y cámaras.

Moneda

Euro

Electricidad

220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own travel convertor for electric devices.

Requisitos de Documentación y Visa

Se requiere un pasaporte válido.

Hotel addresses

Eurostar Madrid Tower

Paseo de la Castellana 259 28046 Madrid

Teléfono: +34 913 342700

Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza

Calle del Coso, 15-17-19, 50003 Zaragoza

Teléfono: + 34 876 54 11 18

* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. Si no se le notifican cambios antes de la salida, se alojará en los hoteles que figuran en este programa.

El programa incluye

3 nights at the Eurostar Madrid Tower including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

1 night at the Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza including breakfast or similar hotel (standard double room)

4 lunches as indicated in the itinerary including 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee

English-speaking tour escort

Luggage handling at hotels (maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Entrance fees per the itinerary

Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos (independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros) son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.

El programa no incluye lo siguiente:

• Propinas a guías y choferes

•Meals and beverages not listed in the program details

• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación

Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.

Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 60 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 60 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.