2026 YEAR

FROM ANDALUSIA TO CATALONIA FAIRYTALE SPAIN & ANDALUSIA TOUR

(Including Alhambra Palace Tour!)

With Turkish Airlines Scheduled Flights

Departure on March 19

7 Nights – 8 Days

1. DAY 1: ISTANBUL – BARCELONA

Meeting point will be in front of the Turkish Airlines check-in counter at Istanbul Airport’s International Departures terminal 3 hours before the flight. After completing baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will fly to Barcelona at 07:55 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1857. Upon arrival at 10:35 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Barcelona, the second largest city in Spain after Madrid and the capital of Catalonia, features attractions such as the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Christopher Columbus Monument, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Street, the Spain and Catalunya Squares, Paseo de Gracia, Gran Via Street, the Andalusian Arena, and the Olympic Port. After the panoramic tour, transfer to our hotel in Barcelona. Overnight stay at the hotel.

2. DAY 2: BARCELONA & GIRONA & FIGUERAS (DALI MUSEUM)

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may participate in the optional Girona & Figueras (Dali Museum) Tour (70 Euros). Our tour starts in Girona, known as the pearl of Northern Catalonia, located at the confluence of the Onyar, Galligants, and Guell rivers. This region is rich in history, with numerous works enduring from the Iberians through many invasions and rulers. All structures have been built of stone and have been well-preserved, reflecting the spirit of the past. It is a favorite among tourists due to its museums, churches, cobblestone narrow streets, and medieval walls. Notable sites include the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, and the Jewish Quarter. After this tour, we head to the city of Figueras, which is significant because surrealist artist Salvador Dali was born here in 1904. Dali established a museum to leave a mark and display his works in his birthplace. Today, this museum hosts the largest collection of Dali’s works and is regarded as his greatest masterpiece, designed with every detail by him. The museum holds more than 4,000 works created by Dali using various techniques. Back to Barcelona, those who wish may also join the optional Barcelona Wonders: Park Guell, Gothic Quarter and El Born Tour (60 Euros). In this tour, we will visit the UNESCO-protected Park Guell, Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece, with our guide. We will see the walking paths inspired by nature, the house he built for himself, and the viewing terrace surrounded by houses resembling candy, with arguably the most beautiful views of Barcelona along with the famous mosaic lizard. After enjoying time in Guell, we will explore the Gothic Quarter and then visit the 19th-century La Boqueria Market along La Rambla, before heading into the side streets to see the impressive ruins of Roman-era Barcelona, including Augustus Temple, the Jewish Quarter, the Palace of the Barons of Barcelona, the Aragon Royal Archives Building, the Barcelona Gothic Cathedral, the Bishop's Bridge, and Sant Jaume Square. Next, we will head to the El Born neighborhood, where we will see the Catalan Cultural Center, which holds significant historical importance, the streets where the 18th Century Catalan uprisings took place, and the “Cathedral of the People,” the Katedral Maria del Mar. At the end of our tour, we will enjoy some free time in Passeig del Born, the center of bohemian life known for its famous cafes and bars, where you will have the opportunity to relax and taste the delicacies of Catalan cuisine. After this tour and free time, transfer back to our hotel in Barcelona. Overnight stay at the hotel.

3. DAY 3: BARCELONA – VALENCIA

After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Valencia. Valencia is the third largest city in Spain by population and has the largest port. This city blends the old with the new, featuring both ancient buildings and modern structures together. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Arts and Sciences Museum, the Historic Market Mercado Central, and the Old Silk Exchange. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Valencia. Overnight stay at the hotel.

4. DAY 4: VALENCIA – ALHAMBRA PALACE - GRANADA

After breakfast at the hotel, we embark on our journey to Granada. Upon arrival, our Granada city tour begins, during which we will visit the Gran Via Street, BibRambla and City Squares, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), Granada's first university Madraza, Silk Market, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai. After the tour, we will depart the hotel for the Alhambra Palace Tour. (Tickets for the Harem section may not be available during high season. In this case, only entrance to the gardens is made.) This famous structure, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, began construction in the 13th century on the plateau overlooking the Sierra Nevada. It served as a defensive fortress and palace and was completed in the 15th century. This is one of the most significant buildings in Spain, which, although appearing quite rough from the outside, was crafted by the era's most skilled masters, weaving its walls like lace. Due to the red clay used in its construction, it is referred to as Alhambra, meaning "Red Palace". After the palace tour, for those who wish, we will organize an additional tour to visit the Sacromonte Gypsy Neighborhood and Albaicin (45 Euros). In the Albaicin neighborhood, protected as a cultural heritage of Spain, we will stroll through the former Muslim district and, while enjoying a drink in entirely handmade caves, we will watch the Gypsy show and their way of life. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel in Granada. Overnight stay at the hotel.

5. DAY 5: GRANADA – CORDOBA – SEVILLA

After an early breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Sevilla, the capital of Andalucia. We will start our exploration of Sevilla at Maria Luisa Park, which includes Plaza de Espana. In Sevilla, which serves as the gateway to the Spanish Empire's colonies, you can see the traces of wealth from all corners. Our next stop will be Sevilla Cathedral (from the outside), the third largest cathedral in the world, which contains the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Right next to the cathedral, we will see the Giralda Minaret, the last remaining part of the mosque built in honor of the Andalusian Emirate. After that, we will view the Alcazar Palace, a blend of Andalusian and Christian architectural heritage, from the outside with our guide. Then, while walking through the 'old' Sevilla, also known as the Santa Cruz neighborhood, we will pass through the Archive of the Indies, where records of all sea expeditions to the Americas from the 16th to the 19th centuries were kept. Our tour will conclude at the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower), the former tobacco factory and now a naval museum, which serves as the center of Sevilla University campus. For guests who wish, they can join an optional Cordoba tour ((55 Euros)). In Cordoba, which was the capital during the times of the Moors and the Romans, we arrive at the city with the Guadalquivir River welcoming us. We will cross the Roman bridge and enter the city through the Roman gate. The most magnificent structure in this 2000-year-old city is the Great Mosque of Cordoba, which rises on 850 columns. We will visit and witness this magnificent work accompanied by informative insights from our guide. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel in Sevilla. Overnight stay at the hotel.

6. DAY 6: SEVILLE – MADRID

After having breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Madrid. Upon arrival, we will begin our panoramic city tour in Madrid. In this city, with a population of 3.5 million, the largest capital in Europe, our first stops will be the Bullfighting Arena (from the outside), Alcala Gate, and Independence Square, where we will see the statue of Cibeles. Then, we will visit the renowned Gran Via Avenue, which welcomes us by saying "Bienvenido" (Welcome), and from there, we will proceed to Paseo de la Castellana, passing by the Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza de Castilla with its skyscrapers, Atocha Train Station, the famous Prado Museum (from the outside), and at the Plaza de Espana, see the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, finishing at the Royal Palace (from the outside) and the 9-gated Plaza Mayor. Finally, we will reach the heart of Madrid, Sol Square, to complete our tour. Optional Flamenco Tour is available for those interested (55 Euros). After free time, transfer to the hotel in Madrid. Overnight stay at the hotel.

7. DAY 7: MADRID – TOLEDO & SEGOVIA – LAS ROZAS – MADRID

After breakfast at the hotel, guests wishing to participate in the optional Toledo Tour (65 Euros) and the Segovia & Las Rozas Tour (60 Euros) can do so. These optional tours will be conducted in two phases, with one in the morning and the other in the afternoon, as deemed fit by the guide. During the Toledo tour, we head to Toledo, the old capital of Spain and currently a religious center. Known as a must-see city in Spain, Toledo sits atop a hill, and because it is surrounded by the Tajo River, it appears almost as an island. The city has preserved its historical texture very well according to UNESCO's protection list, boasting numerous architectural traces of various cultures, narrow streets, and its famous cathedral. We will explore this open-air museum city, including historical narrow streets, the oldest cathedral in Spain (from the outside), churches converted from Andalusian mosques, dagger workshops, and various other wonders. In the other optional tour, Segovia & Pedreza, we proceed to another royal and medieval city, Segovia. Our first stop in Segovia will be the Segovia Aqueduct, a masterpiece of engineering from the Roman period, 15 km long and 28 meters high at its entry point. After a short break, we will visit the Cathedral of Segovia, considered the queen of cathedrals, and the Alcazar Palace, which inspired Disneyland's logo with its towers seen from every angle of this medieval city.

We will take a short free time and then head towards Las Rozas. Located about half an hour away from Segovia, Las Rozas Village is a famous outlet mall in Spain featuring internationally renowned brands. Here, you can find many world-famous brands' products at very special prices. After free time in this famous shopping area, we will transfer back to our hotel in Madrid. Overnight stay at the hotel.

8. DAY 8: MADRID – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, we will move to the airport at the time determined by the guide. After completing baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1826 at 18:30. Arrival at 00:05 local time. End of the tour.