COLOURS OF SPAIN

Duration: 9 Days/8 Nights
Visit: MADRID -SEVILLE -CORDOBA GRANADA – COSTA DEL SOL
Departure:  July 4,11,18,25, August 1,8,15,22,29 ; Sep 5,12,19,26 Oct 3,10,17,24; Nov 7,21; Dec 5,19

Day 01: Saturday: Madrid
Arrival at Madrid airport. After clearing simple immigration and customs formalities, you will be transferred to your hotel. It is suggested you take advantage of the free time to get to know one of Europe’s most dynamic capital cities. In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious “tapas”. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a Tapas Dinner tonight. Return to your hotel at your own convenience. Overnight in Madrid.

Day 02: Madrid
Buffet breakfast. This morning’s escorted sightseeing tour will allow you to get a glimpse of some of Madrid’s most outstanding attractions, like the Puerta del Sol, the magnificent fountains of Neptune and Cibeles, the stately Alcala Gate, the busy Gran Via, the Plaza de España and the Plaza de Oriente. Free time for lunch on your own. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes a typical Lunch today. Highly recommended this afternoon, is an optional tour to the Imperial former capital city of Toledo, where you will be escorted through its narrow cobblestone streets, soaking up the medieval atmosphere. Touring will include the interior of the magnificent Gothic cathedral and a visit to St. Tome Church, where El Greco’s masterpiece painting is displayed. There will also be some time for shopping for the unique typical local artisanry. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes the Tour to Toledo. Return to Overnight in Madrid.

Day 03: Madrid – Merida – Seville
Buffet breakfast. Depart through the once-remote region of Extremadura, home to many of the “conquistadors”. Arrive in ancient Merida. Free time for lunch. (Paella Luncheon included in PREMIUM PACKAGE.) In the afternoon, visit the impressive Roman amphitheatre archeological site before continuing to Seville. Overnight in Seville.

Day 04: Seville
Buffet breakfast. This morning’s marvelous tour will explore this gracious and charming city, Spain’s third largest. See the Tower of Gold, the tranquil and extensive Maria Luisa Park, the quaint Santa Cruz Quarter, and finally the huge cathedral (one of the world’s largest) with its Giralda Tower (a former minaret). Free time for lunch on your own. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes luncheon today. The afternoon is free to continue to explore or shop. This evening an optional Flamenco Show is suggested, with the enjoyment of local wine. PREMIUM PACKAGE include Flamenco Show and drink. Overnight in Seville.

Day 05: Seville – Cordoba – Granada
Buffet breakfast. Depart to Cordoba. Visit one of the world’s marvels, the former Great Mosque (now a cathedral). Free time for lunch on your own. Continue to Granada, passing thousands of acres of olive groves. PREMIUM PACKAGE includes dinner tonight. This evening, an excellent suggestion would be to visit (optional) the quaint and typical Albaicin quarter, where Andalusian customs, music and wine join to create an enchanting atmosphere. (PREMIUM PACKAGE includes this visit). Overnight in Granada.

Day 06: Granada – Costa Del Sol
Buffet breakfast. This morning, enjoy an escorted tour of the magnificent Alhambra and the verdant Gardens of the Generalife. Departure to the world-famous resort area of the Costa del Sol. Overnight in Costa del Sol.

Day 07 & 08: Costa Del Sol
Buffet breakfast. Free days to enjoy this vacationer’s paradise. Overnight in Costa del Sol.

Day 09: En Route
Buffet breakfast. Transfer to Malaga Airport where your tour ends.

Tour includes:
Transfers airport-hotel-airport
Accommodations in First Class hotels
Bountiful buffet breakfast daily
Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach transportation
Professional tour escort throughout (bilingual English/Spanish)
Escorted sightseeing tours with bilingual guide in Madrid, Granada, and Seville
Evening Illuminations tour of Madrid
Baggage handling at hotels
Travel bag

Optional PREMIUM PACKAGE includes:
“Tapas” dinner in Madrid
Typical lunch in Madrid
Tour to Toledo
Paella Lunch in Merida
Lunch in Seville
Dinner in Granada

REF# 30/03/10 AZT SPAIN    -  PLEASE CONTACT STEPHANIE FOR A QUOTATION ON THIS TOUR. info@africagetaways.co.za

Every Wednesday between April and October

Wednesday: Arrive in Athens
On arrival at Athens International Airport, you will be met by our representative for transfer to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

Thursday: Athens
After breakfast, morning tour of Athens visiting the most important attractions, including the spectacular Acropolis. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

Friday: Cruise
Early afternoon transfer from your hotel to the port for embarkation on your cruise ship.

Saturday: Istanbul
Afternoon arrival in Istanbul.

Sunday: Istanbul
Day at leisure in Istanbul. Optional tours can be arranged at extra cost.

Monday: Istanbul – Mykonos
Early afternoon arrival in Mykonos.

Tuesday: Patmos
First port of call today will be Patmos, famous for the Monastery and the Grotto of St. John.
Early afternoon arrival at the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Time for an optional tour to Ephesus.

Wednesday: Rhodes
Early morning call at the magnificent island of Rhodes, with the famous Acropolis of Lindos.

Thursday: Crete – Santorini
Morning arrival at the island of Crete, well known for the palace of Knossos and the Museum.
Then sail to the island of Santorini, believed to be the lost continent of Atlantis.

Friday: Athens
Disembarkation after breakfast when you will be met by our assistant for transfer to the airport.

REF# AZT Greece  – PLEASE CONTACT STEPHANIE FOR A QUOTATION. info@africagetaways.co.za

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Egypt is your invitation to the

magical and mystical,

past and present.

The mythical, the miraculous and the chaotic everyday.
In the 5th century BC Herodotus wrote of Egypt that ‘nowhere are there so many marvellous things…nor in the world besides are to be seen so many things of unspeakable greatness’ – and not too much has changed. The Sphinx, the Nile, ancient Luxor, the pyramids – Egypt’s scope is glorious.
It’s not just the Pharaonic monuments that have drawn travellers to this country since long before the birth of Christ – it’s the legacy of the Greeks, Romans and early Christians, and the profusion of art and architecture accumulated from centuries of successive Islamic dynasties.

The Best time to visit Egypt.

Everywhere south of Cairo is uncomfortably hot in the summer months (June-August), especially Luxor and Aswan where daytime temperatures soar up to 40°C (104°F).A scorching sun might be exactly what’s wanted for a week or two of slow roasting on the beaches of southern Sinai, the Alexandrian coast or the Red Sea – just be prepared to fight for hotel rooms.
March to May or September to November is the best time to enjoy the warm days without the crush of bodies on the beaches.

Most of Egypt’s religious and state holidays should not seriously disrupt any travel plans. Buses, though, may be fully booked around the two eids (Islamic feasts) and on Sham an-Nessim . Throughout Ramadan , the Muslim month of fasting, many cafes and restaurants are closed during the day, while bars cease business completely for the duration. Offices also operate at reduced and very erratic hours.

What to wear

Egypt is a conservative country and visitors should respect this attitude. No topless or nude bathing is permitted. On the practical side, leave your synthetics at home as they will prove to be too hot in summer and not warm enough during winter. Bring materials that breathe! It is advisable to wear cotton in summer as the heat can be like a furnace, as well as a hat to protect yourself from the scorching Egyptian sun. Even during winter the temperatures can be considerably warm, so wear layers that can removed during the day time and put back on for cool evenings. Wear loose and flowing garments, which are not only modest, but also practical in a hot climate. Have you ever wondered why the Bedouin wear layers of flowing robes? Why they cover their head and the back of their necks? Centuries of living in the desert have taught them that loose garments keeps one cooler and layered garments allow wind to enter and circulate, creating a natural ventilation system. Protecting the head and neck from loss of moisture prevents heat strokes.

Bring comfortable shoes. You will be doing a lot of walking and temple floors are far from even.

Currency: Egyptian Pound Pound E