2026 YEAR

FROM ANDALUSIA TO CATALONIA A FANTASTIC JOURNEY IN SPAIN & ANDALUSIA TOUR

(Including Alhambra Palace Tour! )

With Turkish Airlines Scheduled Flights

Departure on April 18

7 Nights - 8 Days

1. DAY ISTANBUL – MADRID

Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures terminal in front of Turkish Airlines counter 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Madrid on Turkish Airlines flight TK1857 at 06:55. Upon arrival at 10:25 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. In Madrid, one of Europe's most populous capitals with 3.5 million inhabitants, we will first see the Bullfighting Arena (from the outside), Alcala Gate and Independence Square, and the Cibeles Monument. Next, the famous street Gran Via will greet us with “Bienvenido” (Welcome), followed by a pass through Paseo de la Castellana, Bernabéu Stadium, Plaza Castilla where skyscrapers rise, Atocha Train Station, the famous Prado Museum (from the outside), the sculptures of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza at Plaza de España, the Royal Palace (from the outside) and the 9-gated Plaza Mayor will be our stops on the tour route. Finally, we will reach the heart of Madrid, the Puerta del Sol, and conclude our tour by giving free time. After free time, we will proceed to our hotel in Madrid for overnight stay.

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

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish can join the extra arranged Toledo tour (65 Euro) and the Segovia & Las Rozas tour (60 Euro). These extra tours will be organized according to the order deemed appropriate by our guide,one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. On our Toledo tour, we will visit the city of Toledo, which was the former capital of Spain and is now a religious center. A city that must be seen when one travels to Spain; Toledo is built on a hill, and thanks to the Tajo River that surrounds it, it appears almost as an island. Toledo has preserved its historical texture very well, as it is on the UNESCO protection list. This open-air museum city will reveal its narrow historical streets, the Cathedral of Toledo (from the outside), churches transformed from Andalusian mosques, sword workshops, and many more wonders. In our other extra tour, we are moving to Segovia & Pedreza, another royal center and medieval city. In Segovia, our first stop will be the Segovia Aqueduct, a 28-meter tall cut stone waterway from the ancient Roman period, located at the entrance of the city. After a short break at this 2000-year-old engineering marvel, we will visit the Cathedral of Segovia, known as the queen of cathedrals, the famous Alcazar Castle (from the outside) with towers that inspired the Disneyland logo, and the surrounding Jewish Quarter, old streets, and every corner of the city that has successfully survived from the medieval period to the present. After a brief free time, we move on to Las Rozas, approximately half an hour away from Segovia, which is Spain's most famous outlet shopping center, featuring outlet stores of world-renowned brands. Here, you can find many products from world-famous brands at very special prices. After our free time in this famous shopping area, we head back to Madrid. Overnight stay in the hotel in Madrid.

3. DAY MADRID – SEVILLA

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Sevilla via Mérida. The capital of Andalucia, Sevilla, is our next destination. Our tour in Sevilla will begin at Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de Espana. It is possible to see the traces of wealth obtained from the colonies at every corner of Sevilla, the gateway of the Spanish Empire to the colonies. The next stop is the Sevilla Cathedral (from the outside), which is the largest cathedral in the world and holds the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Right next to the cathedral, we will see the Giralda Tower, the only piece remaining from the mosque upon which the cathedral was built. Then, we will see Alcázar, the palace of the Castilian kings, reflecting the shared heritage of the Andalusian and Christian civilizations (from the outside), and afterward pass through the Archive of the Indies, where records of all maritime expeditions to the Americas from the 16th to the 19th centuries were kept, and reach the narrow streets of Santa Cruz, known as 'old' Sevilla. After seeing the Torre del Oro, which served as a tobacco factory in the past and is now a maritime museum, we will have free time on the other side of Betis, formerly a 'Gypsy quarter' before returning to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish can join an extra Flamenco tour (55 Euro). You will be enchanted as you watch Flamenco, the dance of love, pain, rebellion, and passion. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Sevilla. Overnight stay in the hotel.

4. DAY SEVILLA – CORDOBA – GRANADA

After an early breakfast at the hotel, guests wishing can join the extra arranged Cordoba Tour (55 Euro), where we will discover the beauties of Andalusia. After a 1.5-hour journey, we will first be greeted by the Guadalquivir River in Cordoba, which was the capital during the periods of the Andalusian and Roman Empires. We will cross the historical Roman bridge and enter the city through the Roman gate. The most magnificent structure of this 2000-year-old city, the Great Mosque of Córdoba, which rises on 850 columns, is on our list. We will visit this magnificent work with our guide and witness its grandeur while receiving impressive insights. After our tour in the Mosque of Córdoba, we will explore the old streets. Along the way, we will see the flowery streets of Cordoba, the old inns reflecting the delicacies of Andalusian architecture, and the houses of Cordoba. As we pass through the beautiful courtyards, the sound of gurgling water from pools will fill our ears, and our eyes will indulge in the colors of the flowers. After a short free time in the historic city center, we will head back to our hotel in Sevilla to collect our luggage and take a short break before setting off for Granada. Upon arrival, our city tour in Granada begins. During our tour, we will visit Gran Via Street, Bib Rambla, and the City Hall, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), Granada’s first university Madraza, the Silk Market, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai. After our city tour, we will check into our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish can participate in the optional extra tour of Sacromonte Gypsy Neighborhood and Albaicín (45 Euro). In the Albaicín, which is under the protection of the Spanish cultural heritage list, we will observe the Gypsy show in caves made entirely of handcrafts with a drink. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Granada. Overnight in the hotel.

5. DAY GRANADA – ALHAMBRA PALACE - VALENCIA

After breakfast at the hotel, we leave for the Alhambra Palace Tour. (Tickets for the harem section may not be available during the high season. In this case, only the garden entrance will be allowed.) This world-famous structure located on the Sabika hill in Granada, where construction began in the 13th century as a defensive castle and palace and continued until the 15th century, is one of Spain’s most important structures. Although the palace appears a bit rough from the outside, it is adorned with intricate work done by the most skillful artisans of the period. Due to the red soil used in the palace, it is named Alhambra, meaning "Red Palace." After our tour, we return to the hotel, collect our luggage, and head to Valencia. Valencia is the third largest city in Spain in terms of population and has the largest port. This city, which combines the old and the new, has both ancient buildings and modern structures. During our panoramic city tour, we will visit the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, 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 VALENCIA – BARCELONA

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Barcelona. Upon arrival, we will start our city tour of Barcelona. Barcelona, the second largest city in Spain after Madrid and the capital of Catalonia, will feature stops at La Sagrada Familia Church, Christ of Columbus Monument, Montjuic Hill, La Ramblas Street, Spain and Catalunya Squares, Paseo de Gracia, Gran Via Street, Andalusian Arena, and Olympic Port during our tour. After the panoramic tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel in Barcelona and check into our rooms. Overnight in the hotel.

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

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish can join the additional arranged Girona & Figueres (Dali Museum) tour (70 Euro). Our tour begins with the city of Girona, established at the confluence of the Onyar, Galligants, and Güell rivers, known as the jewel of Northern Catalonia. This region is rich in history, having experienced numerous invasions and rulerships since the Iberians. All structures are built of stone and have been well preserved, reflecting the spirit of the past. It is a favorite destination for tourists with its museums, churches, cobblestone streets, and medieval walls. Notable places to see include the Lion's Statue, Cathedral Square, and the Jewish Quarter. After our tour, we head to the city of Figueras. The importance of this place lies in the fact that the surrealist artist Salvador Dali was born here in 1904. Dali left a mark on this birthplace by establishing a museum to exhibit his works. Today, this museum holds the largest collection of Dali's works and is renowned as his most significant masterpiece, designed with every detail by Dali himself, featuring over 4000 works created through various techniques. After our tour, those wishing can also join an additional arranged tour of Barcelona Wonders: Park Guell, Gothic Quarter, and El Born (60 Euro). In this tour, we will explore the UNESCO-protected Park Güell, a masterpiece designed by the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. We will see the walkways inspired by nature, the house he built for himself, the enchanting view of Barcelona surrounded by candy-like houses, and the famous mosaic lizard. After our enjoyable time at Guell, we will explore the Gothic Quarter, followed by a visit to La Rambla street with the 19th-century La Boqueria (covered market), and then delve into the narrow streets to see the magnificent remnants of Roman-era Barcelona, including the Temple of Augustus, the Jewish Quarter, the Palace of Barcelona Barons, and the Catalan Royal Archive Building, as well as the Gothic Cathedral of Barcelona and the Bisbe Bridge. We will also see the renowned Catalan Cultural Center, where excavations revealed the streets where the 18th Century Catalan revolts took place, and visit the Church of Our Lady of the Sea, known as "the cathedral of the people." After that, we will visit El Born, where we will have free time to relax and taste the flavors of Catalan cuisine in the cafes and bars of this bohemian hub. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in Barcelona. Overnight stay in the hotel.

8. DAY BARCELONA – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer to the airport at the time determined by the guide. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1854 at 12:00. Arriving at 16:35 local time and the end of our tour.