Madrid, Classical Spain & Morocco Tour - First Class

Arrive at the airport and transfer to hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Aloft Madrid Gran Vía / 1881 Madrid Ventas hotel or similar.

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a panoramic tour of Madrid. On a walking tour through the historic center, discover iconic sites such as Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza de la Villa. Then, board the bus for a drive past Madrid’s oldest bridge, offering spectacular views of the Royal Palace, as well as Gran Vía, Las Ventas Bullring, Cibeles Fountain, Puerta de Alcalá, and the recently renovated Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. On the return, pass Calle Serrano and Atocha Station, ending at Plaza de Oriente in front of the Royal Palace. After some free time, gather again for a trip to Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll visit the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, Church of Santo Tomé (home to El Greco’s The Burial of the Count of Orgaz), and the Cathedral of Toledo, Spain’s finest Gothic structure. After free time in Toledo, return to Madrid. Accommodation at Aloft Madrid Gran Vía / 1881 Madrid Ventas hotel or similar. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart toward Extremadura, homeland of many explorers of the New World. Arrive in Mérida, the region’s capital, a city recognised for its remarkable historical legacy. Mérida boasts some of the best-preserved Roman monuments, including the theater, amphitheater and Roman bridge. Enjoy free time before continuing to Córdoba. Overnight at NH Califa hotel or similar. (B)

Visit to the Mosque and other landmarks while wandering through the narrow, winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. After a two-hour drive, arrive in Seville. Accommodation at Meliá Lebreros hotel or similar. (B)

Morning city tour including a visit to the Cathedral - the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peter’s in Rome, the charming Santa Cruz Quarter, known as the setting for Carmen and the birthplace of the Don Juan legend, as well as María Luisa Park and the stunning Plaza de España. Afternoon at leisure. Enjoy your stay at Meliá Lebreros hotel or similar. (B)

Travel through picturesque villages to reach Ronda. Enjoy free time to take in this town of Celtic origin and its stunning views of the valley and surrounding mountains. Continue to the Costa del Sol. Overnight stay at Sol Torremolinos / Sol Príncipe hotel or similar. (B)

A full day at leisure to relax on the beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol or explore the surrounding areas. Spend the night at Sol Torremolinos / Sol Príncipe hotel or similar. (B)

Travel along the Costa del Sol tourist route, arriving in Algeciras or Tarifa. Board the ferry for a short and scenic crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar to Africa. Upon arrival in Tangier, disembark, clear customs, and continue by coach to Meknes. After a brief stop, proceed to Fez. Overnight at Royal Mirage / Zalagh Parc Palace hotel or similar. (B, D)

Explore the oldest and most historic of the Imperial Cities, visiting its key landmarks: the seven gates of the Royal Palace, the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), the Bab Bou Jeloud gate, and a stroll through its impressive Medina. Afternoon at leisure. Stay the night at Royal Mirage / Zalagh Parc Palace hotel or similar. (B, D)

Early departure for Rabat and visit its most notable landmarks, including the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, and the Hassan Tower. Continue to Casablanca to see its key attractions, such as United Nations Square, the Corniche Boulevard, and the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque. In the afternoon, proceed to Marrakech. Relax for the night at Palm Plaza / Kenzi Rose / Mogador Agdal hotel or similar. (B)

Explore the city known as the “Pearl of the South,” beginning with the beautiful Menara Gardens, featuring a pavilion and numerous olive trees. Continue to view the exterior of the Koutoubia Minaret, the twin of Seville’s Giralda. In the old quarter, visit the Bahia Palace, once the residence of a nobleman. Then, discover Jemaa el-Fna Square, one of Morocco’s most vibrant spots, providing access to the souks and the medina. Visit several artisan workshops, including woodworkers, potters, leather craftsmen and spice vendors. Lunch at the hotel then depart for Casablanca. Overnight stay at Le Grand Mogador / Farah / Le Palace d’Anfa hotel or similar. (B, L, D)

Depart for Tangier. Transfer to the port to board the ferry for the return journey across the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain and continue to Costa del Sol. Overnight accommodation at Sol Torremolinos / Sol Príncipe hotel or similar. (B)

A full day at leisure to relax on the beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol. Overnight at Sol Torremolinos / Sol Príncipe hotel or similar. (B)

Depart for Granada, renowned for its stunning monumental heritage and as the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms. Visit the world-famous Alhambra complex and the beautiful Generalife Gardens, whose sights and sounds have inspired many authors, including Washington Irving in his Tales of the Alhambra. Stay overnight at Meliá Granada / Catalonia Granada hotel or similar. (B)

Depart north toward Madrid. Upon arrival, check in and settle at Aloft Madrid Gran Vía / 1881 Madrid Ventas hotel or similar. (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport. (B)