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Highlights of Spain Morocco and Portugal
16 Days starting from $1,975

Countries Visited:
Morocco, Portugal, Spain

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Length: 16 Days
Type: Costsaver 2008
Category: Regional Plus
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SMHI
   
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Madrid, Granada, Costa del Sol, Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Seville, Lisbon

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

Exciting Highlights
  • Toledo: Visit the ancient capital of Castile with a local guide.
  • Granada: Orientation including the Albaicin.
  • Fez: Sightseeing including a walking tour of the Medina and Royal Palace.
  • Marrakesh: Sightseeing including the Bahia Palace and Djemma el F''na Square.
  • Casablanca: Explore the maze of twisted streets at the Casbah.
  • Rabat: Orientation includes the Mausoleum.
  • Tangier: Orientation including Cape Spartel.
  • Gibraltar: View the famous Rock.
  • Seville: Sightseeing including Maria Luisa Park.
  • Lisbon: Sightseeing including the Hieronymite Monastery.
  • Madrid: Sightseeing tour including the Cervantes Memorial.

Fabulous Sightseeing
Sightseeing/orientation in Granada, Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid.
Unbeatable Features
  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • Buffet breakfast daily
  • 8 Three course dinners – see day by day itinerary.
  • All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • Specialised local guide in Toledo, Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid.
  • First class ferry crossings between Spain and Morocco.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Madrid Airport transfers are provided on Days 1 and 15.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and your London hotel. When you book your Costsaver tour with Trafalgar, we give you the opportunity to purchase inexpensive transfers to and from the airport. Trafalgar has negotiated special rates for the HOTELINK transfer from the London Airports to the door of your Trafalgar London hotel.
  • Please note that from Gatwick airport this service utilises the Gatwick Express train to Victoria Station and you will then be transported to your Trafalgar hotel by Hotelink shuttle.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Heathrow Airport: Hotelink transfers from Heathrow Airport to you Trafalgar hotel operates between 06.00-21.30. Hotelink transfers to Heathrow Airport on day of departure are timed to connect with scheduled flights operating between 08.00-23.00.
  • Gatwick Airport: Hotelink transfers from Gatwick Airport to your Trafalgar hotel operates between 06.00-12.30. Hotelink transfers to Gatwick Airport on day of departure are timed to connect with scheduled flights operating between 08.00-23.00.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.
  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight transatlantic flight to Madrid.


  • Day 2 - Arrive Madrid On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in there is time to unwind and relax before perhaps heading out to explore this lively Spanish capital. This evening, why not try the traditional dish of paella in one of the many restaurants lining the Plaza Mayor?

    Hotel: Florida Norte


  • Day 3 - Madrid - Toledo - Granada. After breakfast this morning our drive brings us to ancient Toledo. Here a local guide will show us the capital of Castile, viewing the Cathedral and the ancient synagogue plus a visit to a Toledo steel workshop. From here we continue through Andalusia to the Moorish hilltop town of Granada, with spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Tonight, we will have dinner at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Aben Humeya



  • Day 4 - Granada - Costa del Sol. This morning with time at leisure perhaps take a trip to visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace, before our orientation tour of the city. Afterwards, we travel to Torremolinos, the most popular Mediterranean resort on the Costa del Sol, where we spend the night. Why not take an optional excursion to the pretty hilltop
    village of Mijas this afternoon. (Buffet Breakfast) 

    Hotel: Tryp Guadalmar / Tryp Alameda


  • Day 5 - Costa del Sol - Fez (2 nights). Our day begins with a scenic coastal drive to Algeciras where we board the ferry to North Africa. From here we join our coach and drive into a different world as we enter Morocco, passing the Rif Mountains to the Imperial city of Fez for the first night of our six-night stay in Africa! (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner) 

    Hotel: Wassim (2 nights)


  • Day 6 - Fez sightseeing & at leisure. After breakfast we enjoy a morning sightseeing tour that includes the Royal Palace and the labyrinthine Medina. You can experience the atmosphere of this exotic city with time to haggle over beautiful Moroccan carpets – an everlasting souvenir! Then, why not relax by the hotel pool and, later take a stroll under star-studded skies? This evening after dinner at the hotel, perhaps take an optional excursion to see Moroccon belly-dancing? (Buffet breakfast )



  • Day 7 - Fez - Marrakesh (2 nights) This morning we savour the breathtaking drive which takes us through the foothills of the Atlas Mountains to the city of Marrakesh, Africa''s most popular year-round sun resort. It was once the favourite holiday spot of Winston Churchill, a haven where he used to relax and paint. We''ll spend two exciting nights here.(Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Royal Mirage (2 nights)


  • Day 8 - Marrakesh sightseeing & at leisure. Our morning sightseeing tour includes the Bahia Palace and the vast Djemma el F''na Square with its palm-readers, acrobats, camels, and much more! Then there is time at leisure for bargain hunting in the many souks and bazaars or perhaps take an excursion to a Berber village in the Ourika Valley. (Buffet breakfast)




  • Day 9 - Marrakesh - Casablanca Today we make our way to Casablanca, scene of Bogart''s most magical moments. Here we find some of North Africa''s best beaches. On our arrival a tour takes us for a panoramic drive of the Corniche, plus views of the Mosque and the modern sections of the city. Next we visit the Casbah with its maze of twisted streets. Later, there''s time to explore the romantic city and its Bogart associations. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner) 

    Hotel: Kenzi Basma


  • Day 10 - Casablanca - Tangier This morning''s drive brings us to Rabat, capital of this fascinating country. Here we see
    the Mausoleum and Royal Palace on our orientation tour. From here we continue on to Tangier, where an orientation shows us the Cape Spartel, the point where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. We dine at our hotel tonight. ( Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Rif


  • Day 11 - Tangier - Seville (2 nights) Today we board our ferry for the journey back to Algeciras. As we cross the Straits of Gibraltar, we enjoy impressive views of the famous Rock. We then disembark and join our coach for the drive through the Jerez vineyards, home of sherry. Next, we make our way to Andalu­sia''s most beautiful city, Seville for our two-night stay. This evening, why not enjoy a fiery flamenco show in one of the many lively night spots? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Gran Hotel Lar (2 nights)


  • Day 12 - Seville sightseeing & at leisure After breakfast, we learn that this romantic city was deeply influenced by the Moors, hence the architecture of the Giralda Tower, which is included on our sightseeing tour along with the pools and fountains of the Maria Luisa Park. Later enjoy some time at leisure to wander the streets of the former Jewish quarter. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)



  • Day 13 - Seville - Lisbon (2 nights) Our morning drive takes us through the cork trees of the Alentejo region to the Portuguese border. From here we travel via Setúbal to the capital of Portugal, Lisbon, a great seafaring city situated where the Tagus River flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Tonight, why not spend the evening dining on local specialities and drinking white port or young wines, whilst listening to haunting and melancholic Fado melodies along the Bairro Alto? (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Costa da Caparica (2 nights)



  • Day 14 - Lisbon sightseeing & at leisure. Our sightseeing shows us Vasco da Gama’s tomb inside the Hieronymite Monastery , the medieval quarter of the city and views of the Belem Tower. Then time at leisure to maybe take an optional excursion to Cascais , where you can shop for fishermens’ sweaters and cork. Tonight maybe try a local fish restaurant? (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 15 - Lisbon – Madrid Via Setúbal and Evora we cross back into Spain near Merida. Magnificent but arid countryside glides past our coach windows then on past the Sierra de Guadarrama as we return to Madrid. On arrival our sightseeing tour includes the Royal Palace, Puerta de Sol and the Cervantes Memorial. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner) 

    Hotel: Novotel Campo de las Naciones


  • Day 16 - Depart Madrid This morning after breakfast, you are transferred to the airport for your return flight home. 
    (Buffet Breakfast)



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

         
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* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Toledo
  • Granada
  • Fez
  • Marrakesh
  • Casablanca
  • Rabat
  • Tangier
  • Gibraltar
  • Seville
  • Lisbon
  • Avila
  • Madrid
This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

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New to Trafalgar? Receive a complimentary pre or post night.

Traveled with Trafalgar before? Choose between a complimentary pre or post night OR double your Trafaglar Club Discount to 10% off of the land tour rate.

Offer ends July 31, 2008

*Terms and Conditions: All prices quoted are in US dollars and are per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Special Offer is valid on all new air-inclusive 2008/09 Europe Value Season (November 2008 – April 2009) bookings, except Trafalgar’s City Breaks tours Winter in London and London & Paris, when deposited by July 31, 2008. To receive the complimentary pre- or post- night mention code: TVLSN13 when booking. To receive the double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% (on land portion of tour only) mention code: TVLSN23 when booking. Double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% valid for past Trafalgar passengers only and not valid on Egypt or Israel tours. Offer combinable with brochure discounts but are not valid with any other promotional offer. Subject to availability, not valid on groups, cannot be booked online and can be withdrawn at any time. Other conditions may apply. †Per day, per person price of $111 is based on Trafalgar’s Christmas in Paris vacation. CST# 2077132-20


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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

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All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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