Madrid, Andalusia and Morocco with Costa del Sol 16 day tour

Madrid, Andalusia and Morocco with Costa del Sol 16 day tour

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Madrid, Andalusia and Morocco with Costa del Sol 16 day tour

16 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain

Visiting: Madrid, Cáceres, Seville, Costa del Sol, Fez, Rabat, Marrakesh, Granada, Toledo

Tour operator:

Julia Travel

Tour code:

1289

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 2

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

4-100

Special diets catered:

Glutten Free

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

Private Available:

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From: $2658

NB: Prices correct on 07-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 16-day journey through the vibrant cultures and stunning landscapes of Spain and Morocco. This tour takes you from the bustling streets of Madrid to the historic charm of Andalusia, exploring iconic cities like Cordoba, Seville, and Granada. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to discover the imperial cities of Morocco, including Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier. Experience the architectural marvels of the Alhambra, the grandeur of Seville's Cathedral, and the enchanting medinas of Morocco. Enjoy guided city tours, luxurious accommodations, and the freedom to explore at your leisure. With daily breakfasts, select meals, and comprehensive travel insurance included, this tour offers a seamless blend of cultural immersion and relaxation. Whether you're wandering through the ancient streets of Toledo or soaking up the sun on the Costa del Sol, this adventure promises unforgettable memories.

Highlights

  • The Imperial Cities of Morocco: Explore Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier.

  • Discover the New Bridge in Ronda, spanning a 120-meter deep chasm over the Tagus River.

  • Visit Plaza España in Seville, an architectural marvel representing the provinces of Spain.

  • Experience the historic city of Toledo, where Christian, Moorish, and Jewish cultures coexisted.

  • Explore the Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens in Granada, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Enjoy the beaches and vibrant atmosphere of the Costa del Sol.

  • Cross the Strait of Gibraltar from Spain to Morocco, experiencing two continents in one journey.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: T Class & A Class: Melià Castilla, Princesa Plaza or similar

Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 2 : Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Melià Castilla, Princesa Plaza or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning Madrid panoramic city tour; find the medieval origins of the city, like the Arabic fortress, at the Barrio de la Morería, famous for its historical buildings. Drive through the courtesan district of the Hapsburgs characterized by Phillip II and its Renaissance and Baroque style buildings, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. Admire the XIX C. works such as Prado Museum. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca and Parque del Oeste, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. Afternoon free to explore the wonders that the city has to offer. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 3 : Madrid – Caceres – Cordoba

Location: Cáceres

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara or similar // A Class: Hesperia Córdoba or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Caceres declared UNESCO World Heritage site because of the city’s blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. Walk through its Plaza Mayor and the Old Town with its famous Medieval Quarter. Afterwards, continue towards Cordoba, once the capital of the Caliphate. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 4 : Cordoba – Seville

Location: Seville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Catalonia Santa Justa or similar // A Class: Melia Lebreros, Meliá Sevilla, Hesperia Sevilla or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Impressive tour of its Mosque and other sites that will ease our mind and spirit strolling through its narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the afternoon, after a short two hours ride reach Seville. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 5 : Seville

Location: Seville

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Catalonia Santa Justa or similar // A Class: Melia Lebreros, Meliá Sevilla, Hesperia Sevilla or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning panoramic city tour visiting the Cathedral (the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome), Santa Cruz quarter (a natural scenario of “Carmen” as well as a precisely where the myth of “Don Juan” developed), Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España. Afternoon at leisure for you to discover exclusive views, specific flavors of this active full of light city. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 6 : Seville – Ronda – Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sol Don Pablo, Don Marco, Sol Principe, Sol Don Pedro or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel drive south passing typical villages. Reach Ronda; free time to admire this town of Celtic origin and the marvelous view of the valley and mountain range. In the afternoon continue on to the Costa del Sol, one of the most modern and important international tourist areas. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 7 : Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sol Don Pablo, Don Marco, Sol Principe, Sol Don Pedro or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast and accommodation at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the wonderful beaches of the Costa del Sol and surrounding areas. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 8 : Costa Del Sol – Tarifa/Algeciras – Tangier – Meknes - Fez

Location: Fez

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: T Class: Menzeh Zalagh, Volubilis or similar // A Class: Royal Mirage, Zalagh Parc Palace or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, drive along the picturesque tourist route of Costa del Sol to Tarifa or Algeciras, where a ferry boat will be used for a short and interesting crossing of the strait of Gibraltar towards Africa. Arrival to Tangier, disembark, clear customs and drive to Meknes. Brief stop and continue to Fez. Arrival, dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 9 : Fez

Location: Fez

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: T Class: Menzeh Zalagh, Volubilis or similar // A Class: Royal Mirage, Zalagh Parc Palace or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast. Complete visit of the city considered the religious capital or the country. Founded in the 8th Century by Idriss II, it is considered one of the 4 Moroccan Imperial capitals. Panoramic tour of the most emblematic places such as the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Jewish Quarter and the fortress that has the best view of Fez el Bali, the medina or ancient city. Take a walking tour accessing the medina through the famous Bab Bou Jeloud gate and have the possibility of experiencing a return to the past of the city that still lives close to Middle Age. Walls that protect its interior made of organized alleys where you will experience a thousand smells and flavors, this place is considered World Heritage. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 : Fez– Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech

Location: Rabat

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: T Class: Mogador Kasbah, Meriem, Ayoub or similar // A Class: Royal MIrage / Zalagh Parc Palace or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast and early departure to Rabat, the capital of the country. Visit the most emblematic places susch as the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower. Continue to Casablanca where you will visit the most interesting places such us the United Nations Square, the Boulevard de la Corniche and the exterior of Hassan II mosque. Once the visit is over, free lunch en route and continue to Marrakech. Accommodation at the hotel. Optionally, typical dinner at Fantasia Chez Ali under Kaidal tents.

Day 11 : Marrakech - Casablanca

Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: T Class: Kenzi Basma / Mogador Marina or similar // A Class: Le Grand Mogador, Farah or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast. Visit of the city called “Pearl of the South”, beginning in the grandiose Menara Gardens, which have a side pavilion and countless olive trees. Afterwards, exterior visit of the Koutoubia minaret, twin tower of the Giralda in Seville. Once inside the old part of the city, visit to the Bahia Palace, property of a nobleman of the city. Finally arrival at Jemaa el Fna square, one of the most interesting places in Morocco, from where you can access the souks and the medina. Crafts guilds of wood, ceramics, leather workers or spice racks will be some of the places that will be visited. Afterwards, lunch at the hotel in Marrakech and later departure to Casablanca. Arrival, dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 12 : Casablanca– Tangier – Tarifa/Algeciras – Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sol Don Pablo, Don Marco, Sol Principe, Sol Don Pedro or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel departure to Tangier. Transfer to the pier to board the ferry to return across the strait of Gibraltar back to Spain. Drive towards the Costa del Sol. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 13 : Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sol Don Pablo, Don Marco, Sol Principe, Sol Don Pedro or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast and accommodation at the hotel. Day at leisure for you to enjoy the wonderful beaches of the Costa del Sol and surrounding areas. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 14 : Costa Del Sol – Granada

Location: Granada

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Alixares, los Angeles or similar // A Class: Hotel Catalonia Granada or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel departure towards the city of Granada and its incredible and amazing monumental environment, last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. Visit the world famous Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens that have inspired several authors with its sound and sights, such as the “Tales of the Alhambra” by W. Irving. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 15 : Granada – Toledo – Madrid

Location: Toledo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel 3*// A Class: Hotel 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive northward where it emerges, toward the sky of Castilla and surrounded by the Tagus River, the impressive Imperial city of Toledo –World Heritage City- where the three cultures Christians, Moorish and Jewish, have lived together. Resume of the Spanish art, history and spirituality the whole town is a National Monument. Short guided tour of this historical old town through its narrow streets. Continue to Madrid. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 16 : Madrid

Location: Madrid

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • Guided city tour with local guides in Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, Meknes, Fez, Granada and Toledo

  • Entrance tickets to: Cordoba Mosque, Cathedral of Seville and Alhambra in Granada

  • Bilingual tour director throughout the journey (English and Spanish)

  • Transportation in air-conditioned luxury coach

  • 15-night accommodation at selected hotel class

  • Daily breakfast, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

  • Transfers to/from airport

  • Travel insurance

What's Not Included

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with transportation in an air-conditioned luxury coach, ensuring a comfortable journey throughout the tour. Enjoy seamless transfers to and from the airport, and experience a short ferry crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar, adding a unique touch to your travel experience.

Accommodation

Enjoy 15-night accommodation at selected hotel classes, including options like Melià Castilla, Princesa Plaza, and Sol Don Pablo. Experience comfort and convenience with daily breakfast, and relax in well-appointed rooms after exploring the vibrant cities and stunning landscapes.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in an air-conditioned luxury coach.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    The tour includes daily breakfast, one lunch, and three dinners.

  • Will there be guided tours in the cities we visit?

    Yes, there will be guided city tours with local guides in Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, Meknes, Fez, Granada, and Toledo.

  • Are entrance tickets to major attractions included?

    Yes, entrance tickets to the Cordoba Mosque, Cathedral of Seville, and Alhambra in Granada are included.

  • Is there a tour director accompanying the group?

    Yes, a bilingual tour director will accompany the group throughout the journey, speaking both English and Spanish.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Yes, travel insurance is included in the tour package.

  • What is the accommodation arrangement during the tour?

    The tour includes 15-night accommodation at selected hotel classes.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour?

    Yes, transfers to and from the airport are included in the tour.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We will include meet local health and safety regulations

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Is not possible to join the tour once it has departed but we can always try to adapt for an excepcional situations.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    The company has been trading since 1929

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    There is a cancellation policy indicated for our itineraries

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    We try to avoid any kind of paper documentation in our tours, we keep our buses cleaned daily

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will recieve all necessary documents to travel with us from our Booking and Opwerations Department

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    You will travel with other people who booked the same tour, so you will have the chance to interact with other people from diferent countries and cultures.

Reviews of this operator

Carole Kirby (Google Reviewer)  

We booked tickets for Sagrada...

06-May-2024

We booked tickets for Sagrada Familia and the towers with a guide. Our guide, Victor, was excellent- the pace was just right and he explained everything making the visit so much more informative and interesting for us. Would definitely recommend.

Audrey Brice (Google Reviewer)  

A very enjoyable tour around...

01-Apr-2024

A very enjoyable tour around Park Guell yesterday under the guidance of Raul in excellent English. Great audio system so we could hear Raul no matter how far away we were. Not at all rushed. Very informative and amusing with humorous personal anecdotes.

Barb Agostini (Google Reviewer)  

Did the half day trip...

22-Sep-2019

Did the half day trip from Barcelona to Girona with Julia Tours (left at 8am and back around 2:20pm). Bus was comfy and air conditioned. Left on time. Our tour guide was friendly and showed us around and we had a good amount of free time. Plus if you’re a GOT fan, you’ll get to see some spots from the show.

Janaya Williams (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour of Sagrada Familia...

22-Mar-2024

Our tour of Sagrada Familia was amazing! Olga was our guide and she was absolutely incredible!! She was extremely knowledgeable about the site and was so pleasant to listen to discuss all the details and history. Love learning about the ins and outs and the story behind every detail.

Kyle Mundon (Google Reviewer)  

This was the only place...

11-Oct-2023

This was the only place I could find last-minute tickets to see Sagrada Familia. It was more expensive than the tickets directly from the basilica (which were sold out), but it included a guided tour. I opted to add the tower access in as well, which is about €15 more than just the guided tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate. They have to deal with a lot of other people in the area, and to still be able to communicate effectively is impressive. I can't remember the guides name, but she had blue hair, so definitely easy to keep track of in the crowd of thousands inside the basilica. I didn't deal with any disrespect or lack of professionalism, as other reviews have mentioned. Everyone I interacted with was very kind and took time to explain things. FYI, if you're afraid of heights or claustrophobic, the tower is not for the faint of heart!

Creston Inderrieden (Google Reviewer)  

Had a great time touring...

11-Jun-2024

Had a great time touring Sagrada Familia. Beautiful and organized tour.

April Hamilton-West (Google Reviewer)  

Una is absolutely the best...

29-Jul-2023

Una is absolutely the best tour guide ever! Knowledgeable. Energetic. And a delight to be around her. She kept everyone engaged and we all walked away with much more than La Sagrada Familia knowledge. We learned architecture, Gaudi history, and she pointed out things most would miss. Thank you, Una!

FamilyTravel18 (Google Reviewer)  

We took the 30 person...

01-Aug-2023

We took the 30 person catamaran, and had a fantastic time. They stop the boat after about an hour and let the guests swim for half an hour, which is refreshing. There are no pool toys, as advertised, however. Remember to grab a life jacket to swim in the ocean. The boat needs more life jackets available on deck.

Lily T (Google Reviewer)  

Had a great experience with...

18-Mar-2024

Had a great experience with Julia Travel for both the Prado Museum and Sagrada Familia! Easy to find the meeting spots and extremely informative.

Jeffery R. Phaneuf (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour guide Maria was...

02-Aug-2024

Our tour guide Maria was with Julia Tours. It was easy to see she was a regular guide as many of the others knew her as well as the staff of the Basilica. She seemed to love the space as it was “beautiful” to her (told us 18xs). BUT our tour was very poor. It was suppose to be 1.5 hours, scheduled to start at 5. We didn’t start till 5:16 and were done at 6:10. She made all kinds of recommendations of what we could go see AFTER the tour AND didn’t really provide much detail. I suggest you go to the audio tour… has to be better then what we experienced today. Felt like we had a guide who was doing her last tour of the day and just wanted to go home to her air conditioning. This tour company felt like the McDonalds down the road. Fast and efficient but no real nutrients to feed your soul.

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    Julia Travel requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 21 days before departure.

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of julia travel charges.

    Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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