2026 ITINERARY

FROM ANDALUSIA TO CATALONIAA FAIRYTALE OF GRAND SPAIN &ANDALUSIA TOUR

(Including the Alhambra Palace Tour! )

With Turkish Airlines Scheduled Flights

Departure on November 8

7 Nights - 8 Days

1. DAY 1 ISTANBUL – MADRID

Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport Departure terminal 3 hours before departure. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will fly to Madrid with Turkish Airlines flight TK1857 at 07:55. Arriving at 10:25 local time, our panoramic city tour starts with our vehicle waiting at the airport. In Madrid, one of Europe’s most populous capitals with a population of 3.5 million, we will first see the Bullfighting Arena (from the outside), Alcala Gate, and Independence Square, as well as the Cibeles Monument. Next, the famous street Gran Via will welcome us with “Bienvenido” (Welcome), followed by a route through Paseo de la Castellana, including Bernabéu Stadium, Plaza Castilla, Atocha Train Station, the famous Prado Museum (from the outside), Plaza de España with the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, the Royal Palace (from the outside), and the 9-gated Plaza Mayor. We will end our tour at the heart of Madrid, the Puerta del Sol, and then provide free time before going to our hotel for overnight accommodation in Madrid.

2. DAY 2 MADRID – TOLEDO & SEGOVIA – LAS ROZAS – MADRID

After having breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the extra Toledo tour (65 Euro) and Segovia & Las Rozas tour (60 Euro). These extra tours will be organized according to the priority order deemed appropriate by our guide, one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. On our Toledo tour, we will visit the former capital of Spain, now the religious center, Toledo. A must-see city when traveling to Spain; Toledo is built on a hill and appears almost as an island thanks to the Tajo River surrounding it. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage, Toledo has preserved its historical texture very well until today. With its structures carrying traces of various cultures, narrow streets, and famous cathedral, Toledo is a magnet for visitors. In this open-air museum city, we will see its historical narrow streets, the oldest cathedral in Spain (from the outside), churches converted from Andalusian mosques, sword workshops, and many more wonders together. In our other extra tour, we head towards Segovia&Pedreza, another royal center and medieval city. Our first stop in Segovia will be the famous Roman aqueduct, a 28-meter-high cut stone aqueduct with a length of 15 kilometers located at the entrance of the city. After a short break at this 2000-year-old engineering marvel, we will successively see the Segovia Cathedral, known as the queen of cathedrals, the Alcázar Palace (from the outside) with towers that inspired the famous Disneyland logo, the Jewish Quarter, and the impressive structures of the medieval city that have survived to this day, after which we will head to Las Rozas. Las Rozas Village is Spain's most famous outlet shopping center, where world-renowned brands have outlet stores. Here, you can find products from many famous brands at very special prices. After our free time in this famous shopping center, we will head back to Madrid for overnight accommodation.

3. DAY 3 MADRID – SEVILLA

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Sevilla via Merida. Our next destination is Sevilla, the capital of Andalucía. Our tour in Sevilla will begin with Maria Luisa Park, which includes Plaza de España and Plaza América. In Sevilla, the door to the colonies of the Spanish Empire, you can see traces of the riches obtained from the colonies at every corner. Our next stop is the world’s third-largest cathedral, the Sevilla Cathedral (from the outside), which also houses the tomb of Cristof Colomb. Next to the cathedral is the Hiralda Tower, a remnant of the mosque that was built over the cathedral, which carries the memory of the Andalusian Umayyad State. After that, we will have a walking tour with our guide, where we will see the Alcázar, a palace reflecting the joint heritage of Andalusian and Christian civilizations from the outside, pass by the Archive of the Indies, where all maritime expeditions to the Americas were recorded from the 16th to the 19th centuries, and reach the narrow streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, known as 'old' Sevilla. At the end of our walk, we will see the Torre del Oro, formerly an old tobacco factory and now a maritime museum, which serves as the main campus of Sevilla University today. After giving some free time on the other side of the Betis, known as once 'the Gypsy neighborhood', we will return to our hotel in Sevilla. Participants wishing to can join the extra Flamenco tour (55 Euro) in the evening. You will be enchanted watching Flamenco, the dance of love, pain, rebellion, and passion. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Sevilla. Overnight at the hotel.

4. DAY 4 SEVILLA – CORDOBA – GRANADA

After having an early breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the extra Córdoba Tour, where we will explore the beauties of Andalusia, guided by our tour guide (55 Euro). After a 1.5-hour journey, we will arrive in Cordoba, once the capital during the Andalusian and Roman Empires, where we will first meet the Guadalquivir river. Crossing over the old Roman bridge into the city, we will enter through the Roman gate. The most magnificent structure of this 2000-year-old city is the Great Mosque of Cordoba, which rises on 850 columns; we will visit it and witness the magnificence of this magnificent artifact under the guidance of our tour guide. After our visit to the Great Mosque, we will explore the old streets. We will walk through Cordoba's flowered streets and see the old inns and Cordoba houses that reflect the delicacy of Andalusian architecture. While passing through beautiful courtyards, the sounds of water gurgling from small pools will fill our ears as we behold flowers of a thousand colors. After giving a short free time in the historical city center, we will set off again and return to our hotel in Sevilla to pick up our luggage. After a short break, we will depart for Granada. Upon arrival, our city tour of Granada begins, during which we will see Gran Via Avenue, Bib Rambla and the Town Square, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), Madraza, the Silk Market, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai. After the city tour, we will check into our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish can join the extra Sacromonte Gypsy Neighborhood and Albaicin Tour (45 Euro). In Albaicin, listed and protected as a part of Spain's cultural heritage, we will stroll through the old Muslim neighborhood before watching a Gypsy show and their lifestyle in caves, all handcrafted, with a drink. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in Granada. Overnight at the hotel.

5. DAY 5 GRANADA – ALHAMBRA PALACE – VALENCIA

After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for our Alhambra Palace Tour from the hotel. (Tickets may not be available for the Harem section in high season. In this case, only access to the garden will be provided. ) Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this famous structure began construction in the 13th century as a defensive castle and palace on the Sabika hill overlooking Granada and continued until the 15th century. This important structure in Spain may appear somewhat rough on the outside, but it was crafted by the most skilled artisans of its time and the walls are woven like lace. Nicknamed "Red Palace" because of the reddish color derived from the red earth used in its construction. After the tour, we will return to our hotel, collect our luggage, and set off for Valencia. Valencia is the 3rd largest city in Spain in terms of population and has the largest port. In this city combining the old and the new, both ancient structures and modern buildings coexist. Our panoramic city tour will include the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Arts and Science Museum, Historical Market Mercado Central and the Old Silk Exchange. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Valencia, check into our rooms, and have free time. Overnight at the hotel.

6. DAY 6 VALENCIA – BARCELONA

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Barcelona. Upon arrival, our city tour of Barcelona begins. Barcelona, the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia after Madrid, will showcase La Sagrada Familia Church, the Cristof Colomb Monument, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Avenue, the Spain and Catalunya Squares, Paseo de Gracia, Gran Via Avenue, the Andalusian Arena, and the Olympic Port as part of the sights. After our panoramic tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel in Barcelona and check into our rooms. Overnight at the hotel.

7. DAY 7 BARCELONA & GIRONA & FIGUERAS (DALI MUSEUM)

After having breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the extra Girona & Figueras (Dali Museum) tour. (70 Euro). Our tour begins in the city of Girona, a jewel of Northern Catalonia, located at the confluence of the Onyar, Galligants, and Güell rivers. This region is historically rich, with remnants from numerous invasions and reigns since the Iberians. All the structures are made of stone and have been well-preserved over time, perfectly reflecting the spirit of the past. With its museums, churches, cobbled narrow streets, and medieval walls, Girona is a favorite for tourists. The lion statue, Cathedral Square, and the Jewish Quarter will be included in the places to see. After our tour, we will head towards the town of Figueras, significant for being the birthplace of surrealist artist Salvador Dali in 1904. Dali established a museum here to leave a mark and showcase his works. This museum now houses the largest Dali collection and is regarded as his greatest work, designed in every detail by Dali himself. The museum contains over 4000 works created by Dali using various techniques. After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Barcelona. Overnight at the hotel.

8. DAY 8 BARCELONA – ISTANBUL

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for the airport at the time determined by the guide. Guests who wish can join the optional Barcelona Wonders: Park Güell, Gothic Quarter, and El Born Tour (60 Euro). In this tour, we will explore Park Güell, a masterpiece of Barcelona's famous architect Antoni Gaudi, which is under UNESCO protection. We will walk through the pathways he designed, see the house he built for himself, and enjoy the beautiful view of Barcelona from the terrace surrounded by candy-like houses and the famous mosaic lizard. After enjoying our time at Güell, we will visit the Gothic Quarter and then the La Boqueria market from the 19th century on La Rambla Avenue before diving into alleyways to see the impressive remains of Roman Barcelona, such as the Temple of Augustus, the Jewish Quarter, the Palace of the Barons of Barcelona, the Aragon Royal Archives Building, Barcelona Gothic Cathedral, Bishop's Bridge, and the St. Jaume Square. We will continue to the El Born neighborhood, checking out the Catalan Cultural Center, where important events of the 18th-century Catalan revolts occurred, and the cathedral of the people, the Cathedral of Maria del Mar. At the end of our tour, we will have free time in Passeig del Born, the center of bohemian life with famous cafes and bars, where you can take a breath and taste Catalan cuisine. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport at the time determined by the guide. After check-in, ticket, and passport procedures, we will fly back with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1856, which departs at 18:30. We will arrive at 00:05 local time, concluding our tour.