Coastal Experience: From Barcelona to Andalusia (2027)
Preis pro Person ab US$2,434

Coastal Experience: From Barcelona to Andalusia (2027)

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US$2,434
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Barcelona - Peniscola - Valencia

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!We’ll travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peniscola, a charming medieval walled city surrounded by beautiful beaches, where you’ll have time for a stroll. We’ll continue to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime. In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a tour with a local guide of this port city on the Levantine coast, with over 2000 years of history. The city’s urban layout is adorned with monuments from various eras, contrasting with the modern architecture of the City of Arts and Sciences. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore at your leisure. A traditional local dinner will be included.

Valencia - Denia - Benidorm

After breakfast, we’ll depart along the Mediterranean coast towards Denia, renowned for its beautiful harbor and expansive beaches. We’ll visit its impressive Arab-era castle (admission included) as well as the Toy Museum, one of the most comprehensive in the country, showcasing toys dating back to 1904. You’ll have free time to stroll around its picturesque harbor, explore the old town, and enjoy lunch. Denia was designated a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO.In the afternoon, we’ll continue our route south along the coast. We will make a stop in Calpe, a traditional coastal town belonging to the province of Alicante, located next to two thousand year old salt mines from which salt has been extracted since Roman times, and from where we will contemplate the beautiful Peñón de Ifach. We’ll then arrive in Benidorm, an iconic vacation city known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and towering skyscrapers. The old town retains a traditional charm that contrasts with the modernity of the newer areas. Accommodation will be here.Note: During periods of high demand, accommodation may be provided in a nearby town.

Half board dinner includes: Starter: Valencian salad. First Course: Valencian paella and Señoret rice Dessert: Jijona nougat ice cream Others: Water, wine or beer.

Benidorm - Guadalest - Jijona - Valencia

Today, we’ll explore the interior of the Valencian Community. Our first stop will be Guadalest, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful villages in the region, known for its charming old town and stunning views, and recognized as a Historic-Artistic Site. We’ll then continue to Alcoy, a city famed for its impressive modernist buildings, such as the Circulo Industrial de Alcoy and the Town Hall, reminders of its significant industrial past. The city is also renowned for its Moors and Christians Festivities, which celebrate its medieval history.Afterward, we’ll head to Jijona, where we’ll visit the Turron Museum to learn about the history and production of this delightful sweet, a hallmark of Christmas desserts in Spain. We’ll then proceed to Bocairent, where you’ll have time for lunch and the opportunity to savor local dishes, with a special focus on regional products and meats. After lunch, we’ll explore this picturesque town, set amidst cliffs and renowned for its beauty. We’ll stroll through its narrow medieval streets and visit the unique caves carved into the rocks, which once served as storage for wheat, wine, and oil. These caves are now cataloged as a Site of Cultural Interest in Spain. We’ll continue our journey to Valencia, arriving in the late afternoon.

Valencia

In the morning, we will head to CULLERA to visit the Fallas Museum, where we can admire a representative collection of fallas—spectacular satirical monuments made of wood and papier-mâché, placed in the streets and later burned as giant torches during Valencia’s most emblematic popular festival.We will then ascend the mountain overlooking the city to explore its Moorish castle (admission included), while enjoying the beautiful panoramic views.Afterwards, we continue to LA ALBUFERA, one of Spain’s largest freshwater lagoons, a Natural Park that shelters important populations of aquatic and migratory birds. We will discover this unique environment with a boat ride (included).Lunch will be in EL PALMAR, a farming village where traditional barracas (the old houses of Valencian peasants) are still preserved. Here we will taste Paella, Valencia’s most iconic dish.In the afternoon, we head to SAGUNTO to visit its main landmarks, where millennia-old remains such as the Roman Theater and the castle intertwine. We will uncover the city’s history through its monuments and feel the passage of time in its stones.We return to VALENCIA at the end of the afternoon.

Half board includes: Starter: Valencian salad. First Course: Valencian paella and Señoret rice Dessert: Jijona nougat ice cream Others: Water, wine or beer.

Valencia

In the morning, we head to the nearby town of TABERNES BLANQUES, home to the original factory and museum of the iconic Lladró porcelain house. We will visit the Lladró Museum (admission included), which displays historic pieces of decorative porcelain, and watch the master artisans as they demonstrate their production process.Afterwards, we continue to the town of EL PUIG to visit the Royal Mercedarian Monastery of Santa María (admission included), one of the architectural jewels of the Valencian Community, renowned for its history and artistic richness.We return to VALENCIA around lunchtime. Afternoon at leisure.

Valencia - Alicante - Guadix - Granada

We continue through pleasant landscapes in the Valencian Community. ALICANTE, a city bathed by the Mediterranean, combines golden sandy beaches with a charming historic quarter. The imposing Castle of Santa Bárbara stands out. Free time for a stroll.We continue through arid landscapes in the region of MURCIA. Stop en route for lunch.In Andalusia, we make our first stop in GUADIX, famous for its unique inhabited cave houses. Its historic quarter combines the Renaissance cathedral, traditional neighborhoods, and unique views of the Sierra Nevada.We continue to GRANADA. Arrival in the late afternoon, dinner included.

Half board dinner includes: Carrot cream Confit cod with rice pilaf Caramel flan

Granada

We’ll enjoy a full day in Granada. If your tour includes tickets, we’ll explore the majestic Alhambra Palace and its stunning Generalife Gardens, both masterpieces from the Arab era. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to discover the city, including the cathedral that houses the tombs of the Catholic Monarchs.VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.

Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville

Today we’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes as we leave behind the Sierra Nevada mountain range. We’ll then continue along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Tropical Coast, where the mild year-round microclimate allows for the cultivation of tropical fruits such as guavas, mangoes, and avocados, and in the past, sugar cane.We stop in NERJA, a charming seaside town with impressive cliffs. We continue on to MÁLAGA, the capital of the Costa del Sol, full of life and boasting a beautiful historic center. Time for lunch and a stroll through the city center.Afterward, we head into the Andalusian sierras and arrive in RONDA, a stunning white town famous for its dramatic gorge that splits the city in two.We continue to SEVILLE, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner included at the hotel.

Half board dinner includes: SEASONAL CREAM IBERICO MEDALLION IN ITS JUICE GRANDMA´S CUSTARD MINERAL WATER AND BREAD INCLUDED

Seville - Zaragoza

In the morning, we’ll include a panoramic tour of the city. You’ll visit the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we’ll include a boat ride on the Guadalquivir River. In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the station to board the high-speed train, scheduled to depart around 4:30 p.m., covering the 850 km to Zaragoza in just under four hours. Upon arrival in Zaragoza, you’ll be transferred to the hotel.Note: The train journey will not be accompanied by a Europamundo tour guide.

Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona

We’ll start the day with a morning panoramic tour of Zaragoza guided by a local expert. Our first stop will be the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We´ll also delve into the works of the famous painter Goya and discover some of his masterpieces. The tour will move on to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, and then we’ll take a stroll by the Aljafería Palace.After lunch, we’ll head to Catalonia to visit the Poblet Abbey, a stunning walled monastery set amidst beautiful scenery. It is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (tickets included). Our journey will then take us to Barcelona, where we’ll arrive in the evening.Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.

Sprachen des Leitfadens

Spanisch
Portugiesisch
Tag 1: Barcelona, Peniscola, Valencia
Tag 2: Valencia, Denia, Benidorm
Tag 3: Benidorm, Castell de Guadalest, Alicante (Provinz), Valencia
Tag 4: Valencia
Tag 5: Valencia
Tag 6: Valencia, Alicante, Guadix, Granada
Tag 7: Granada
Tag 8: Granada, Nerja, Malaga, Ronda, Sevilla
Tag 9: Sevilla, Saragossa
Tag 10: Saragossa, Tarragona (Province), Barcelona
  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish and Portuguese speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • City tour in: Valencia, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza, Poblet
  • Boat: Albufera Natural park in Valencia
  • Ticket admission: Toy Museum and Denia Castle, Turron Museum in Jijona , Fallas Museum and Cullera Castle; Sagunto Roman Theater and Castle , Lladró Museum in Tabernas Blanques; Royal Monastery El Puig of Saint Mary
  • High speed train: Seville- Zaragoza
  • 1 Lunch Included in: Valencia
  • 3 dinner included in: Valencia, Granada, Seville

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BARCELONA
  • AC HOTEL SOM BY MARRIOTT 4*
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VALENCIA
  • EXE REY DON JAIME 4*
  • EXE REY DON JAIME 4*
BENIDORM
  • RH PRINCESA BENIDORM 4*
GRANADA
  • SARAY 4*
SEVILLA
  • ALCORA SEVILLA 4*
ZARAGOZA
  • TRYP ZARAGOZA 4*