Magnificent Spain and Andalusia Cities Tour

Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure to Seville at 06:55 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1297. After our arrival at 10:45 local time, departure to Granada with our vehicle waiting at the airport. Upon our arrival, Granada is a city full of history and culture located in the heart of the Andalusia region. Granada is famous for its historical heritage, music and dance, breathtaking views, and the Alhambra Palace. The city is one of Spain's leading tourist destinations and hosts millions of visitors every year. During our city tour here, Gran Via Street, BibRambla and City Squares, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), Granada's first university Madraza, Silk Bazaar, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai are among the places to see. After our tour, our guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Magnificent Alhambra Palace Tour. (80 Euro) (There is a daily visitor limit at the Alhambra Palace, and our palace visit may be carried out excluding the harem depending on availability. We kindly request you to inform your agency about your participation in this tour during reservation.) The Alhambra Palace, one of Granada's greatest treasures, is one of the most eye-catching and impressive examples of Andalusian Islamic architecture. Alhambra, one of Spain's most visited historical sites, is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and has gained worldwide fame. This famous work began to be built in the 13th century as a defensive fortress and palace on the plain on the Sabika hill overlooking Granada, and its construction continued until the 15th century. Because of the red color it took due to the red soil used in its construction, it was called Alhambra, meaning ''Red''. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. In the evening, our guests who wish can participate in our extra organized Magnificent Neighborhoods (Albaicin and Sacromonte Gypsy Neighborhood) tour. (60 Euro) Albaicin is a historical and charming neighborhood of Granada. This region, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is famous for its narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and hills with views. It bears the traces of Andalusian Islamic culture and architecture and reflects the history of Granada. After our tour here, we will watch the Gypsy show and their lifestyle accompanied by a drink in the caves, which are completely handmade. After our tour, return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After our breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Valencia. On the way, our guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Magnificent City of Alicante tour. (40 Euro) Alicante is a historical and tourist city located on the Mediterranean coast in the southeast of Spain. The city, which has been an important settlement since ancient times, was first founded by the Iberians and then conquered by the Carthaginians and Romans. The region, known as "Lucentum" during the Roman period, also carried great importance throughout the Middle Ages due to its strategic location. Alicante, which came under Arab rule in the 9th century, experienced great cultural and economic development during this period, and city walls and irrigation systems were built. The city, which was conquered by the Castilians in the 13th century, passed to Christian rule. Today, Alicante's most prominent historical symbol is the Santa Bárbara Castle, built by the Arabs in the 9th century and later expanded by the Christians. The Old Town area (El Barrio), surrounded by historical buildings, bears the traces of the past with its narrow streets, churches, and traditional houses. Alongside all this historical texture, Alicante attracts thousands of tourists every year with its sunny climate, Golden Sand Beach (Playa del Postiguet), delicious Mediterranean cuisine, and colorful festivals. After our tour, departure to Valencia. Valencia is a historical and modern city located on the east coast of Spain, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. Valencia, the third-largest city in Spain, attracts visitors here with its rich history, culture, and art. During our city tour upon arrival, the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Museum of Arts and Sciences, Historical Market Mercado Central, and the Old Silk Exchange are among the places to see. After our tour, transfer to our hotel, check-in, and free time. Overnight at the hotel.

After our breakfast at the hotel, departure to Barcelona. Our city tour begins upon our arrival. Barcelona is the second-largest city in Spain and has gained worldwide fame as the vibrant and charming capital of the Catalonia region. This magnificent city, washed by the warm waters of the Mediterranean, offers a unique combination of history, art, culture, and entertainment. With its magnificent architecture, colorful streets, delicious cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, Barcelona attracts millions of visitors every year. The city is like an open-air museum decorated with Antoni Gaudi's unique works. During our city tour in this beautiful city, La Sagrada Familia Church, Christopher Columbus Statue, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Square, Andalusia Arena, and Olympic Port are among the places to see. After our tour, our guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Magnificent Poble Espanyol & Montjuic Hill tour. (30 Euro) We start our tour by visiting Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village), which was built for the 1929 World Fair and has become a frequent destination for those visiting Barcelona today, consisting of 117 buildings, streets, and squares. Here, we will see examples of structures from all regions in Spain, walk through streets reflecting the architecture of different regions of Spain, visit interesting handicraft workshops, and take a short journey through all of Spain. Poble Espanyol also hosts artisans working in the fields of ceramics, glass, leather, jewelry, and other handicrafts. Then, we go up to Montjuic Hill, which offers much more than just watching Barcelona panoramically. This region, where history, culture, and nature meet, has undergone a transformation by hosting important events such as the 1992 Olympic Games. After our photo break, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish may participate in the optionally organized Pearls of Magnificent Northern Catalonia (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum) tour. (70 Euro) Our first stop on the tour is Girona. Located in the northeast of Catalonia, approximately 100 kilometers north of Barcelona, Girona is a historic city famous for its narrow medieval streets, historical buildings, museums, churches, and walls. During our tour here, the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, and the famous Jewish Quarter (El Call) are among the places to be seen. After our tour, we set off towards the city of Figueras. Figueres is a city located northeast of Girona and is known as the birthplace of Salvador Dali. The city is closely associated with the life and works of the famous Spanish painter Salvador Dali. The most important tourist attraction in Figueres is the Salvador Dali Museum. Dali established a museum here to leave something behind in his birthplace and to exhibit his works. Today, this museum holds the largest collection of Dali's works and is referred to as Dali's greatest masterpiece, as he designed every part of it himself. The museum houses more than 4000 works created by Dali using various techniques. After our tour, we return to Barcelona. Our guests who wish may participate in the optionally organized Gaudi's Magnificent Masterpiece (Park Guell) & Gothic Quarter tour. (50 Euro) Our first stop on the tour is Park Guell. One of Antoni Gaudi's magnificent works, Park Guell is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Called a fairy-tale park, it creates a magical atmosphere with its colorful stairs and imaginative pavilions. After seeing this magnificent work of Gaudi, our second stop is the Gothic Quarter. In the Gothic Quarter, you can feel the enchanting atmosphere of the Middle Ages with its narrow and labyrinthine streets, Gothic churches, romantic squares, and Roman walls, and admire the historical texture. Among the most important structures in the neighborhood are the Barcelona Cathedral, Plaça Reial (Royal Square), Plaça del Rei (King's Square), and La Rambla. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Madrid. On the way, our guests who wish may participate in the optionally organized Magnificent Zaragoza tour. (30 Euro) Zaragoza is a historically and culturally rich city located in northeastern Spain, on the banks of the Ebro River. As the capital of the Aragon Autonomous Region, Zaragoza draws attention with its deep-rooted history. The city's history dates back to the Roman period, and it was known as "Caesaraugusta" in ancient Rome, a name derived from Emperor Augustus. Remains of the theater, walls, and thermal baths from the Roman period can still be seen today. Zaragoza was captured by Muslims in the 8th century and remained under the influence of Islamic culture for about 400 years. The Aljaferia Palace, which remains from this period, is one of the most beautiful examples of Islamic architecture in Spain. The city was conquered by Christians in 1118 and became one of the important centers of the Kingdom of Aragon. One of the most famous structures in Zaragoza is the Basilica del Pilar, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. This large cathedral is accepted by Christians as the site of one of the first apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Spain and is an important stop for pilgrims. After our tour, departure for Madrid. Upon our arrival, our city tour begins. As the capital of Spain, Madrid is one of the most visited cities in Spain due to its deep-rooted history and cultural richness. During our city tour here, the places to be seen in Madrid include the Bullring (from the outside), Alcala Gate and Independence Square, Cybele Monument, the famous Grand Via street, Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza Castilla, Atocha Train Station, the famous Prado Museum (from the outside), Plaza de Espana where the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza are located, the Royal Palace (from the outside), the 9-gated Plaza Mayor, and Sol Square. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for the city of Seville, which is part of the Seville province. On the way, our guests who wish may participate in the optionally organized Magnificent Toledo Tour. (70 Euro) Located about 70 kilometers from Madrid, Toledo is a historic city protected by UNESCO that has hosted different cultures of the Iberian Peninsula and bears the traces of Roman, Visigoth, Muslim, and Christian civilizations. It is known for its magnificent medieval architecture and cultural heritage. During our tour of this open-air museum city, we will see the Toledo Cathedral (from the outside), Spain's oldest cathedral, in the historic narrow streets, as well as churches converted from Andalusian mosques and countless other wonders. After our tour, departure for Seville. Upon our arrival, our Seville city tour begins. Seville is a city famous for its historical and cultural richness, located in the Andalusia region of Spain. During our city tour in Seville, located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, the places to be seen include Maria Luisa Park and Plaza America, where Plaza de Espana is also located; the Seville Cathedral (from the outside), the third-largest cathedral in the world, which also houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus; the Giralda Tower, the last remaining part of the mosque upon which the cathedral was built, carrying the memory of the Umayyad Caliphate right next to the cathedral; and the Alcazar (from the outside), the palace of the Castilian kings. Later, passing through the General Archive of the Indies, where records of all sea voyages to the Americas were kept from the discovery until the 19th century, we will reach the old narrow streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, known as "old" Seville. At the end of our walk, after seeing the old tobacco factory, which is used as the central campus of the University of Seville, and the Torre del Oro, or Golden Tower, which is now a maritime museum, we will transfer to our hotel in Ecija. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our Ecija city tour begins. It is a historic city located in southern Spain, in the Andalusia region, and is part of the Seville province. Often referred to as the "Peacock of Andalusia" or the "City of Towers," Écija is known for its rich Baroque architecture and magnificent historical buildings. Known as "Astigi" during the Roman period, the city was one of the important centers of the Hispania Ulterior province. The city was also an important cultural and economic center during the Umayyad period in Andalusia. Today, while walking through the streets of Écija, one can feel a historical atmosphere filled with elegant palaces, churches, and high bell towers from the Baroque period. Especially the Santa María and San Juan churches, dating back to the 18th century, are among the most beautiful examples of Baroque art. For travelers interested in history, art, and traditional Andalusian architecture, Écija is like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. While wandering through the narrow streets of the city, it is possible to find traces of both the Roman and Islamic periods. After our tour, our guests who wish may participate in the optionally organized Magnificent Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) tour. (140 Euro) Cordoba is a historic city located in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is famous for its historical and cultural richness, impressive architecture, and structures bearing the traces of Andalusian Islamic culture. In Cordoba, which we will reach after a 1.5-hour journey, the Guadalquivir River will greet us first. We will walk over the historic Roman bridge and enter the city by passing through the Roman gate. We will enter the most magnificent structure of the 2000-year-old city, the Great Mosque of Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, rising on 850 columns, and we will receive impressive information while witnessing the grandeur of this magnificent work accompanied by our guide. In the tour that we will continue on foot after our tour of the Mosque of Cordoba, we will see the pristine old streets, the old inn reflecting all the subtlety of Andalusian architecture, and the houses of Cordoba. After our tour here, our second stop is Mijas, a charming and traditional mountain village located in the Malaga province of the Andalusia region in southern Spain, famous especially for its whitewashed houses. Located close to the Costa del Sol coast, Mijas draws attention with both its sea view and historical texture. Mijas Pueblo, the historical part of the town, offers a postcard-like image with its narrow streets featuring typical Andalusian architecture, balconies decorated with flowers, and whitewashed houses. Although the origins of the town date back to Ancient Rome and even the Phoenicians, its current texture was largely shaped during the Muslim Andalusian period. One of the most remarkable points of Mijas is the small bullring built on the hill of the town and the ruins of Mijas Castle. After our tour, our last stop is Malaga. In our Malaga tour, the city where the famous painter Pablo Picasso was born, the places we will see include Paseo de Parque (Park Avenue), Plaza de la Merced, the Jewish Quarter, Constitution Square and Larios Street, Puerto Marina (Port), La Alcazaba, and Gibralfaro Castle. After our tour, transfer to our hotel in Ecija. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for the airport at the time determined by the guide. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 11:55 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1298. Arrival at 18:25 local time and the end of our tour.