Spain, Portugal, Morocco and the Canary islands. First Class coach tour of Spain First Class cruise of the

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1 Spain & Canary Islands 18 days Cruise / Tour. 18 day fly cruise tour from only $4499 Departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide & Brisbane. Cost: $4499 per person twin share. Single supplement $2000. Flying: Emirates, Airlines, Qatar Airways or Etihad Airlines from Australia Combines: Cruise of Canary Islands & Portugal and Coach Tour of Spain. Departs: $ Australia on 22 November 2015 or 07 or 28 February $4999 for 21 March 2016 flying Emirates or Qatar Airways. Explores: Style: Canary Islands. Book By 30 November Reservations: Phone Destination International on Spain, Portugal, Morocco and the Canary islands. First Class coach tour of Spain First Class cruise of the Hola Spain this great Europe cruise tour combines a wonderful coach tour of Spain with a Canary Islands Mega Cruise Please join us on the fabulous introductory cruise holiday to Spain, Portugal, Morocco and the Canary islands. The tour starts in Madrid, where you visit the renowned Prado Museum. Travel to Toledo, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Visit Granada s 13th century Alhambra Palace, Tour Seville s Cathedral, one of the largest in the world, Visit the Mezquita de Cordoba, In Barcelona you will View Gaudi's masterpiece, the La Sagrada Familia which is famous for its modernist architecture from the likes of Antonio Gaudi, where you will see some breathtaking and original architecture. From there you will cruise on Norwegian Spirit Cruise ship to Malaga and Funchal in Portugal, before heading off to Tenerife and Arrecife in the Canary Islands. The Canary Islands is a Spanish archipelago located just off the northwest coast of mainland Africa. The tour includes Return airfares from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth flying with Emirates or Qatar Airlines. The tour departs Australia on 22 November 2015 or 07 February or 06 or 21 March Phone Destination International on

2 Escorted Package Includes Flights Australia-Madrid, Barcelona-Australia. Flying economy class with Emirates or Etihad airlines including airline taxes & fuel surcharges 17 nights accommodations, 3 nights Madrid, 1 night Granada, 2 nights Seville, 10 nights Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Cruise Line Hotel to port transfer, 39 meals: 17 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 12 dinners Hotel taxes, fees & service charges including Barcelona city taxes, Hotel porterage Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout, Services of local guides in all major cities, Entrance fees per itinerary Special Features Visit to the renowned Prado Museum in Madrid Travel to Toledo, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit Granada s 13th century Alhambra Palace Tour Seville s Cathedral, one of the largest in the world Visit the Mezquita de Cordoba View Gaudi's masterpiece, the La Sagrada Familia Whisper technology enhanced touring Tour itinerary for Spain and Canary Islands. Departure Dates: from $4499 for 22 Nov 2015, 07 February, or 28 February 2016 and from $4999 for 21 March 2016 DAY 1, Depart for Spain Depart for Spain

3 DAY 2, Arrive in Madrid Arrive in Madrid, Spain's energetic capital and transfer to your hotel. Time to rest before tonight's Welcome Drink and briefing by your Tour Manager on the upcoming journey through Spain Overnight: Madrid DAY 3, Madrid City Tour Today's tour of Madrid's impressive architecture begins at the Plaza de Cibeles with its striking buildings. Continue to the magnificent Royal Palace, Europe's second largest, and to the Plaza Espana dominated by the monument to Cervantes, famed author of Don Quixote. Then, on to the world renowned Prado Museum where you can stand before masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, El Greco and others. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own. Or, participate in the optional tour to El Escorial, the stunning combination monastery-palace-mausoleum built by Philip II Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast DAY 4, Toledo City Tour, Travel to Granada Travel to nearby Toledo, the former capital city of Spain that still retains its medieval atmosphere and charm. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, Toledo is known for its extensive monumental heritage and historical co-existence of Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. Take a panoramic drive along the Tagus River and enjoy views of the Alcazar of Toledo. Enjoy a walk through the ancient Jewish Quarter before visiting the Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Europe still standing. Next to St. Tome Church, with its magnificent masterpiece by El Greco. Then, drive across the arid landscapes of Don Quixote's "La Mancha" to Granada in Andalusia for dinner at the hotel and overnight Overnight: Granada Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 5, Alhambra Palace, Seville Today's sightseeing of Moorish Granada is highlighted by a visit to the 13th century Alhambra Palace, one of Spain's most celebrated monuments, dramatically perched atop Assabica Hill and overlooking the entire city. This imposing hilltop fortress, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world's finest examples of Moorish art and architecture. During the reign of the Moors, the Alhambra served as the residence of the royal family. See spectacular views of the town and the Sierra Nevada Mountains before continuing to Seville, capital of Andalucia for overnight. Enjoy dinner at at a local restaurant later this evening Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 6, Seville City Tour This morning visit to the Seville Cathedral, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world. Built on the site of the former great Mosque, its original minaret, the Giralda Bell Tower, still stands. Admire the beautiful Plaza de Espana and the Maria Luisa Park by the Guadalquivir River. Explore the narrow streets and the many beautiful plazas of the quaint old Santa Cruz Quarter. Remainder of the day at leisure in the bustling downtown area to discover this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, enjoy an optional Flamenco Show performed by some of Seville's leading Flamenco artists Optional: Evening Flamenco Show (PM) Overnight: Seville Meals: Breakfast

4 DAY 7, Cordoba City Tour, Madrid Depart Seville to Cordoba, founded by the Romans. The most famous site in the city is the "Mezquita de Cordoba" once the largest mosque in the world that was transformed into a cathedral in the 16th century. The walking tour of the city includes the ancient Jewish Quarter, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and picturesque squares. The medieval synagogue on Calle de los Judios, is one of only three originals still remaining in Spain. After lunch on your own, we travel to Madrid for overnight. Tonight, we take an illuminated tour of the city, followed by dinner at a local restaurant Overnight: Madrid Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 8, Depart Madrid for Barcelona Bid "adios" to Madrid. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Barcelona on Vueling airlines. Arrive Barcelona and catch a taxi to Barcelona to check in for your Norwegian Cruise Line epic cruise to the Canary Islands. The ship sails at 7.00 pm. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 9, At Sea Today is a day at sea on board Norwegian Epic. Norwegian Epic takes Freestyle Cruising to a whole new level. As its name implies, the Epic is the largest and most innovative Norwegian ship to date, providing passengers with an even wider range of onboard activities, amenities and stateroom options. Especially worthy of note are the ship's New Wave staterooms, which offer accommodations with contemporary curved architecture, open living spaces and creatively designed bathrooms. And, 100 percent of the Epic's outside staterooms feature balconies. For the budgetconscious traveler, Norwegian offers a new category of inside staterooms called The Studios, which maximize space and feature a window that looks out on the corridor, as well an exclusive set of cabins called The Haven. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 10, Tangier, Morocco. Arrive 7.00 am. Depart 5.00 pm. All the various people who have settled here at one time or another have left their marks on the city of Tangier, giving it an atmosphere very different from that of other Moroccan cities. Tangier serves as the gateway to Spain from Morocco. The medina is the town's central square, where you will find a market with a variety of items for sale. DAY 11, At Sea The Epic offers unparalleled evening entertainment, including performances by The Blue Man Group and Legends in Concert. Those who want to indulge in the nightlife can check out the "ultimate chill" in the cruise industry's first ice bar, where the temperature never rises above 17 degrees Fahrenheit and guests are given coats and gloves to keep warm. Those who are more interested in heating up the dance floor can choose from several clubs, ranging from live entertainment and Latin dancing at Spice H20 to shadow dancers, mood-lit bowling and private gaming tables at Bliss and Ultra. DAY 12, Las Palmas, Canary Islands. Arrive 8.00 am. Depart 6.00 pm. These seven islands in the Atlantic Ocean offer mountainous terrain, black-sand beaches and a mild climate year-round. The ports most commonly visited are Las Palmas on the Grand Canary Island and Tenerife. At Las Palmas, tourists will want to visit the duty-free shops and explore the narrow streets and plazas by horsedrawn carriage. At Tenerife, excursions visit the 200-year-old botanical gardens in Puerto de la Cruz, Lago Martianez with its saltwater pools and lagoons, and the world's largest collection of parrots at Loro Parque. DAY 13, Santa Cruz, Tenerife. Arrive 7.00 am. Depart 4.00 pm. The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife boasts a rich variety of scenery

5 and attractions, from lively resorts and volcanic beaches in the south to the lush interior of the Orotava Valley and the stunning lunar landscapes of El Teide National Park, dominated by 12,000 foot snowcapped Mount Teide, Spain's highest mountain. The historic capital, Santa Cruz, is in the north. These DAY 14, Funchal, Madeira. Portugal Arrive 8.00 am. Depart 4.00 pm. This city is the capital of the island of Madeira. Funchal, where rows of white houses climb the hillsides, is comprised of three distinct sections. The Old Zone, or Old Town, on the east side boasts historic architecture. The west side is the "touristy" hotel area, with attractions like the Casino Gardens, Quinta das Cruzes Museum and bustling Carriera Street. Between the two you'll find the city center, which brims with museums such as the Madeira Wine Institute. DAY 15, At Sea The Epic is one of three Norwegian ships featuring a partnership with Nickelodeon that includes oneof-a-kind activities and events such as character breakfasts, interactive pool games and spontaneous messy games featuring pies, slime or even "jellyfish" with Team Nick during impromptu Splash Mobs. With a wide range of new features and amenities, the Norwegian Epic truly represents the next generation of Freestyle Cruising. DAY 16, Malaga, Spain Arrive 8.00 am. Depart 6.00 pm. Malaga is a peaceful port on Spain's famous Costa del Sol. Visitors can spend time in the seaside cafes and stroll the palm-lined waterfront. The Moorish fortresses and the Museo de Bellas Artes, home to some of Picasso's paintings, are among the most prominent attractions here. An excursion to the interior offers views of the mountain villages of Mijas and the grand Alhambra castle. DAY 17, At Sea Enjoy once last day at sea on board Norwegian Epic and enjoy all of the fun entertainment and food on board. DAY 18, Depart Barcelona and fly home. You cruise ship arrives back in Barcelona at 5.00 am. After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight back to Australia. Tour Concludes and Memories Begin.

6 This first class hotel is located in a quiet neighborhood close to the Prado Museum. Hotel Details Carmen Hotel, Granada This first class hotel is situated in the heart of Granada. Hotel Details Ayre Hotel Sevilla, Seville This first class hotel is located in the city of Seville close to the commercial district of Nervion. Hotel Details Phone DI Trvael on

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