Imposing Spain, Switzerland & Paris

“Hola y bienvenido a madrid!” It says hello and Welcome to Madrid. Upon arrival, Meet and greet our local representative and transfer to your hotel. Check into the Hotel.

Overnight at Madrid.

After Breakfast, Proceed on a Hop on Hop Off Tour of Madrid. Take a seat in a double-decker open-top bus for a customized sightseeing tour of Madrid. This hop-on hop-off bus tour of Madrid has several stops along two routes that connect different parts of the city; your ticket is good for either route. Use an audio headset to listen to the commentary provided on the bus as you ride each loop, or get out at any stop to independently explore the city's highlights (admission fees are not included). When visiting old Madrid, take Route 1 (Blue Route) to see the Belle Epoque structures. Along the Paseo de la Castellana, pass by skyscrapers and the renowned Bernabéu stadium, which serves as Real Madrid FC's home field. Consider taking a stroll around Salamanca's wealthy bourgeois neighborhood or visiting several museums dedicated to archaeology, sculpture, natural science, and more. The following evening, go back to your Hotel.

Overnight at Madrid.
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After having breakfast at the Hotel, you should transfer to the train station to board your High-Speed AVE train. (Train Ticket, Standard Class). Arrival transfer to your Hotel. Check into the Hotel.

Overnight at Seville.
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Hotel breakfast is available. For this full-day tour from Seville to Granada, the Alhambra Palace, and Albaicin, you will be collected at around 06:15. Obtain priority entry with Alhambra Palace skip-the-line tickets (Admission Included). On a guided walking tour, investigate the UNESCO-listed Alhambra Palace and Nasrid Palace. An extra walking trip will show you the secret Nasrid palaces of the Albaicin district. In Granada, Andalusia, Spain, there is a complex of castles and fortifications known as the Alhambra. On the ruins of Roman defenses, a tiny stronghold was first built there in AD 889. After neglecting the remains until they were restored and rebuilt in the middle of the 13th century, the Nasrid emir Mohammed ben Al-Ahmar of the Emirate of Granada built the present palace and walls. In 1333, Yusuf I, Sultan of Granada, turned it into a royal residence. The Renaissance-style Palace of Charles V (Admission Included) is a structure inside the Nasrid stronghold of the Alhambra in the southern Spanish city of Granada. On top of Assabica hill, it is located. The structure lacked a roof until 1957 and never served as a royal residence. The Holy Roman Emperor Charles V ordered the building because he wanted to build a house adjacent to the Alhambra palaces. Charles V sought to build a permanent home befitting an emperor, even though the Catholic Monarchs had already made considerable changes to Alhambra after the city was taken in 1492. Pedro Machuca, an architect whose background and inspirations need to be better appreciated, was handed the project. When Plateresque architecture first emerged, Gothic architecture still had elements. In terms of style, Machuca created a palace that reflected the Italian Mannerism movement, which was just getting started. The outside of the building has a classic Renaissance blend of ashlar on the top level and rustication on the lower level. Even if the stories about Machuca working in Michelangelo's workshop are true, most of the architect's architectural creations still needed to be designed when the palace was built in 1527. The Palacio de Generalife served as the Nasrid sultans of the Emirate of Granada in All-summer Andalus's residence and country estate (Admission Included). It is presently located next to the Spanish autonomous region of Granada. A structure utilized for military reasons was called the Alcazaba (Admission Included). The first Arab buildings were most likely erected on some Roman fortification remnants during the Caliphate era. "Zires'' were popular in the eleventh century. While one of the "Taifas" kingdoms had its capital in Granada, it enlarged the enclosure. Nevertheless, the "Nazarene" era is when most buildings were built (13th to 15th centuries). Christian additions to this enclosure include the round "Cubo" Tower. A neighborhood of Granada in the Spanish autonomous region of Andalusia is known as the Albaicn, or "Admission is Free," as it was known during the time of the Muslim administration. The medieval Moorish architecture from the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada is still there, as are the city's twisting, narrow alleyways. The Alhambra and it were both designated World Heritage Sites in 1984. In the evening, return to Seville.

Overnight at Seville.
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Hotel breakfast is available. A Full Day Tour of Cordoba is enjoyable. Around 8:00 in the morning, a driver will pick you up from your Hotel. Take it easy for the 1.5-hour drive to Cordoba. Discover the unique city's history and cultural diversity as your guide provides introductory commentary during the trip. As soon as you arrive, take notice of the mesmerizing blend of Muslim, Christian, and Jewish buildings and depart to walk through the city's ancient district. As you navigate the charming cobblestone streets of Cordoba, take note of the numerous flowered balcony boxes, ancient bodegas, and specialty craft shops. Hear about the city's thriving past. It is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We'll go to the Cordoba Mezquita Cathedral (Admission Included). The Mezquita, also known as the Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral, is the most significant structure in the city and serves as a reminder of the numerous religious transformations the area has seen over the years. It was once a Catholic church but was altered into an Islamic mosque during the Middle Ages before being transformed into a church during the Reconquista. The Mezquita is regarded as one of the world's most impressive Moorish monuments because of its otherworldly architecture. While exploring the interior, take note of the mixture of grand Roman columns, Baroque and Renaissance murals, and Moorish tiles and arches. The interior's streets extend like capillaries and emerge into hidden courtyards where inhabitants mingle and eat tapas after siesta. Then, proceed to the old Jewish neighborhood (Juderia), where the streets spread like capillaries and end in secret courtyards bustling with locals savoring tapas after siesta. Pay attention as your tour guide describes the distinctively Moorish flare of these medieval lanes, which is reminiscent of the affluence of the Jews under the Cordoba Caliphate. You'll go to the Cordoba Synagogue (Entrance Included), one of the few synagogues still in existence in Spain. It was constructed in the Mudéjar architecture in 1315. Before departing Cordoba, take a stroll through the narrow Calleja de las Flores alleyway, one of the city's most well-known alleyways. Mezquita's tower can be seen peeking through the corridor if you turn around. One of the busiest tourist streets in Cordoba is Calleja de las Flores. The visitor will find a number of flowerpots filled with geranium and carnations along the short tunnel, which is finished with arches and stones. Enjoy the subsequent 1.5-hour trip back to Seville. Return to your Hotel.

Overnight at Seville.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. This morning you will proceed for a Seville Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour at any of the 12 stops around Seville. Then, watch the sights roll by, accompanied by the onboard audio commentary, available in 15 languages. Stay on board for the entire hour-long loop, or get off and on as you like exploring on foot. Why not get close to Seville Cathedral to appreciate this magnificent structure, one of the biggest Gothic churches in the world? Visit Maria Luisa Park or the magnificent Plaza de Espana, constructed for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition international fair. Alternatively, disembark and explore the Tower of Gold from the 13th century next to the Guadalquivir River, the Archaeological Museum in Plaza de América, or the roller coasters at Isla Magica. Several attractions in Seville are among those that are free to enter with your ticket. Enjoy free entrance to the former headquarters of the Spanish Inquisition, the Castle of St. George Inquisition Museum, and enjoy a free walking tour to see sights like Seville Cathedral and the shops and narrow streets of the Macarena neighborhood. In the afternoon. Departure transfer to Seville train station to connect the High-Speed AVE train to Barcelona. (Standard Train Travel Included). Arrive and transfer to your Hotel.

Overnight at Barcelona.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Make your way to the start point for the tour. Explore Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Hop aboard the open-top, double-decker bus and explore beautiful Barcelona's ancient, medieval, and modern sights. As you navigate Barcelona's opulent streets, charming squares, old alleyways, and palm-lined waterfronts, relax in your comfy seat and listen to the educational onboard audio commentary. Stay on board for the entire loop to get a comprehensive perspective of the city's sites and landmarks, or hop on and off the bus as you like to explore other parts and elements of the city. When you're ready, get off at any conveniently arranged stops and take your time seeing the sights on foot. Consider taking a stroll through the Gothic Quarter's medieval alleyways, stopping by the impressive La Sagrada Familia church on the UNESCO World Heritage List, or taking in the lively ambiance, shops, and street theatre along the famous Las Ramblas. Alternatively, disembark and explore some of Barcelona's cultural destinations or stroll through Port Olympic, a charming marina lined with palm trees and topped by a massive copper fish sculpture by Frank Gehry. There are countless sights and activities you may take part in on your hop-off and hop-on tour, and here are just a few of them. Every stop has frequent bus departures throughout the day.

Overnight at Barcelona.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Up to the time of departure, the day is free for personal activities. You will take your flight to Zurich. (Economy Class Ticket Included). You will be met and transferred to your Hotel when you arrive at Zurich Airport. The rest of the day is free for leisure.

Overnight at Zurich.
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Breakfast at the Hotel, Today, proceed for your Mt Titlis Tour. Travel to the city of Lucerne along the shores of Lake Lucerne after departing from a convenient location in the center of Zurich in a cozy, climate-controlled coach. Visit well-known sites, including the Lion Monument, Rathaus (Town Hall), and Kapellbrücke, during your free time after arriving (Chapel Bridge). To reach Engelberg, an alpine resort surrounded by the Swiss Alps, keep traveling by coach. Take the revolving cable vehicle known as the Rotair up to a dizzying height of 10,623 feet for panoramic views of the Alpine landscape (3 238 meters). Alight at the snow-covered summit of Mount Titlis to take in the 360-degree vistas. If the weather permits, take advantage of your leisure time to ride the Ice Flyer and explore the enchanted Ice Palace. Fly down a snow slide in Glacier Park and gather your confidence to cross Europe's highest suspension bridge, the Titlis Cliff Walk. Reconvene with your guide for the return trip to central Zurich after warming up with a steaming beverage (at your own expense).

Overnight at Zurich.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Beginning at the bus station in the heart of Zurich, the Full Day Jungfraujoch Tour will take you on a magnificent coach ride to the mountain. Travel over the high peaks of Switzerland's Bernese Oberland to Lauterbrunnen, where a cogwheel train will take you to Europe's highest train station, located in an Alpine environment that is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The 50-minute train route traverses the Bernese Alps' Kleine Scheidegg mountain pass. Disembark at the Top of Europe when you reach Jungfraujoch, at 11,333 feet. From there, go to the Alpine Sensation, a round-tour subway inaugurated to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway. The Aletsch Glacier, Europe's longest glacier, can be seen entirely from the Sphinx Observatory, where you should halt after your glacier trek at the Ice Palace. From viewing platforms, take in a 360-degree perspective of this winter wonderland covered in a stunning display of ice and snow. Look beyond the adjacent Italian and French mountain ranges on a clear day. Before the return cogwheel train descends to Lauterbrunnen, where your coach is waiting, you can, if you'd like, buy a snack or hot beverage from the on-site restaurant (at your own expense). Taking it easy as you return to Zurich, you will arrive at the bus station in the evening.

Overnight at Zurich.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Morning free to explore Zurich on your own. At 1230 hrs departure, transfer to Zurich Train Station for your train to Paris. (Standard Class Ticket Included). Arrive in Paris and meet your driver at the station, who will transfer you to the Hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure to explore Paris.

Overnight in Paris.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Explore your day Hop-On Hop-Off bus ticket. The Eiffel Tower will be our first trip, and we'll need a skip-the-line ticket to the second floor there. Including the entrance. Then our next stop will be Champs-Elysees - The most beautiful avenue complete with many shops and Arc de Triomphe. Next, pass through the Musee d'Orsay- You can see the paintings of impressionist artists. Then next stop Arc de Triomphe. Arc de Triomphe is a monument commissioned by Napoleon for his glorious army when he returned covered in glory from the Austerlitz Battle. You can next visit the Louvre Museum - Louvre is the house of the Mona Lisa. (Admission not included). Next is Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, The fantastic and splendid gothic cathedral in Paris. The Great Opera House, Palais Garnier, is the next stop. Then enjoy an Hour Cruise on the Seine. (seine river cruise ride included). The next stop is Le Trocadero et son esplanade. Trocadero is a palace built for the world's fair. The structures are now home to a number of museums, including the Musée de l'Homme (ethnology) in the southern (Passy) wing and the Musée national de la Marine (naval museum) in the northern (Pasty) wing. The eastern (Paris) portion of the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine contains the Musée national des Monuments Français, as well as the Théâtre national de Chaillot, a theatre below the esplanade (Admission for Museums not included). The next stop will be Conciergerie - An old prison where the last king, Louis XVI, and Marie Antoinette were held before their execution. (Admission not included). Your final stop is Pont des Arts - Bridge with love padlocks (Admission Ticket Included). You can visit many other stops on your hop-on-hop-off tour. After visiting different parts of the city, take a break from the busy streets and relax on a leisurely cruise along the Seine. You can cruise in the middle of the day and take in the sights as the sun sets over the horizon, or you can wait until nightfall to view the monuments glimmering against the night sky. Cruises operate throughout the day. Regardless of the hour, it will surely be an experience to remember. Plus, the live commentary will divulge exciting facts about the history of the monuments that attract millions of tourists to Paris each year.

Overnight in Paris.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. Day free to explore Paris Attractions on your own or wish to shop in the fashionable city. Alternatively, you can visit Disneyland Paris for a day. (Contact our reservations team). The day is free as you wish.

Overnight in Paris.
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Breakfast at the Hotel. By 1100 hours, check out of the Hotel. Day at your leisure until departure and transportation to the airport.

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