Take an International flight departing from SYD/MEL to Madrid.

Upon arrival at the Madrid Airport, you will be met and greeted by our repre­sentative and be transferred to your hotel for a restful and leisurely day.

Hotel: Campanile Madrid Alcala or similar

After breakfast, we will gather at the meeting point. The tour begins at the Spanish Capital of Madrid, where we visit the Tbilisi Fountain, Columbus Memorial Plaza, the University, and the Grand Palace built by the Spanish Royal Family, showing the magnificent and splendid former empire and its historical grandeur. While strolling, pay attention to the small square tiles placed on the pavement of the Puerta del Sol. In Puerta, we can shop for specialty leather goods, cloth­ing, and traditional Spanish souvenirs in Spain. 

Depart Madrid and leave for Barce­lona, with an overnight stay in Zaragoza. 

Hotel: Eurostars Hotel Rey Fernando or similar

After breakfast, the tour will proceed to the Spanish coastal city of Barcelona. After arrival, you will visit the warm and charming Barcelona Columbus Monu­ment, which is a 60m tall monument to Christopher Columbus at the lower end of LaRambla, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Next to visit is the Holy Family Church by the Spanish Master Artist, Gaudi. Gaudi's unique colorful, fairytale decoration is throughout the city and makes the place feel like a fantasy in the Artist's mind. We will then proceed to visit the Olympic stadium where the 1992 Olympic Games have been held while overlook­ing the city views. The remaining time is spent in the bustling Plaza Catalonia, where we will have shopping and free time before returning to your hotel in Bar­celona.

Hotel:AC by Marriott Hotel Sant Cugat or similar

After breakfast, we will leave Barcelona for Spain's third-largest city, Valencia. Valencia's history has been celebrated as the gateway to the Mediterranean. It is commercially and culturally rich; with Moorish culture and Arab customs and foods, all frequented in a cultural exchange. The economic trade reform jumpstarted Valencia to enjoy the prosperity and glory that other cities did not achieve. Although even if today's Valencia is less promi­nent with large exhibi­tions, trade fairs are still held throughout the year. Upon arrival, we will tour the old city mu­nicipal Square, the old city gate, and Va­lencia Cathedral, where an exact copy of the Holy Grail is on permanent display. We will then retire in the white coast beach hotel in Alicante.

Hotel: Hotel Campanile Alicante Hill or similar

After breakfast, the tour departs for the city of Granada on the plateau of the Andalusia province. This historic city has been occupied by the Arab Dynasty who ruled in the Iberian Peninsula for the last eight hundred years. It was not until the 15th century that King Fei Nandi successfully ex­pelled the Arabs and created a unified Spain. We visit the ruins of civilization and culture, "Alhambra”; also known as the Red Palace. Upon arrival, the Moorish legacy becomes apparent immediately. Generally referred to as the "golden age" of construction and delicate structure, the dome shape is both stunning and ad­mirable. We proceed to the Sunny Coast area (Costa del Sol) and arrive in the larg­est city along the coast of Malaga. This city is the birthplace of the famous Span­ish Painter, Pablo Picasso. The Costa del Sol is also famous for its golden sandy beaches and secluded villas. Tonight, the tour will be staying at the Malaga or neighbouring area.

Hotel: Don Curro Hotel or similar

In the morning, we go northbound to the soul of the city of Seville Andalusia region. This city was the capital of the Muslim empire, it is also considered to be the guardian angel of culture in Andalusia, the birthplace of flamenco dance, and has produced and inspired countless writers, pts, and composers with its fiery temperament and charm. It is the setting of the "Carmen" Opera, this fourth largest city, and hosted the World's Fair in 1992. Upon arrival, we will visit the 16th-century cathedral halls dedicated to the Royal Chapel, the location of the king's mausoleum for over a century. We will also visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus who discovered the New World as a credit to the great navigator. From there onwards we see the Alcazar Castle which was once a Muslim palace and the Spanish Royal Palace; this palace was built in 1987 and is currently included by the United Nations as a world cultural herit­age site. Then we walk through the Santa Croce Gold Tower and Mary Luisa Park, where the 1992 World Expo is located. In the Spain Square, we can admire a craft­ed porcelain painting, detailing the his­tory and elegance of old Spain. We will have one night's accommodation in Seville.

Hotel: Yit Via Sevilla Mairena or similar

In the morning, we will proceed to Portuguese Lisbon, and the tour is expected to arrive in the afternoon. Lisbon, the most western point of continental Europe displays the expansive Atlantic surrounded by endless scenery. Don't forget to buy a remembrance certificate to prove you have stood on this most Western Point of Europe. Lisbon is Portugal's symbol of its adventurous and pioneering past, cross­ing the seas in the discovery of the new world. Those interested can sample authentic Portuguese custard tarts at the century-old bakery, and decide whether they are as good as in Macao. We stay overnight in Lisbon. (Optional: Fado­ music concert, Portugal's folk music).

Hotel: B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto or similar

Heading Madrid via Toledo, known as the "Imperial City" for having been the main venue of the court of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, and as the "City of the Three Cultures·: having been influenced by a historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims, and Jews. We will also pass by the Tagus River and catch a breathtaking landscape of Spain and its rich palette of colours in the surroundings.

Hotel: Campanile Madrid Alcala or similar

After breakfast, enjoy the last bit of Madrid before transferring to the airport according to your flight schedule. Board your homebound flight to return to Australia.

Arrive in Australia.