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THE BEST OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL
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Great variety of Hotels, Posadas, Apartments and Resorts available
on request throughout Spain and Portugal.
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5-6 pers.
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Madrid Airport/City Hotel
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$201
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$227
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1-2 pers.
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3-6 pers.
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Barcelona Airport/City Hotel
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$125
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$249
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1-3 pers.
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4-6 pers.
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Valencia Airport/City Hotel
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$183
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$262
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Rates are per service. Supplements may apply between 20.00-08.00.
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the Best of Toledo
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$145
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Depart Madrid: daily at 09.45 (01 Jan-31 Dec)
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8.5hrs
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Your guided walking tour includes St Tome Church, Santa Maria la Blanca Synagogue, San Juan de los Reyes Church, Museo Victorio Macho and the Cathedral.
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Including: coach, Spanish and English speaking guide, lunch,entrance fees.
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Royal Palace and Panoramic
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$70
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Depart Madrid: daily at 08.45 (01 Jan-31 Dec)
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4hrs
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Guided tour of the The Royal Palace and panoramic of Madrid, ie: the Borbones, Austrias, Isabelino and contemporary quarters through to the Moorish Quarter.
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Including: a drink at Hard Rock Cafe. NB: Whenever the Royal Palace is closed due to official acts, the Palacio del Pardo will be visited instead. Excluding 5 & 6 Jan.
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Traditional Cuisine in Madrid or Barcelona
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$324
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Depart: year round
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Treat yourself to more than 5 hours with a professional chef – in a private class, designed just for you and learn all about the taste of the Mediterranean.
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Includes: 1 Guided visit to the charming main local market, for the fresh ingredients that will go into your lunch, 1 Private Hands-on Cooking class with our active and experienced English- speaking chef, 1 Three-course lunch, made up of the dishes you’ll prepare, accompanied with fine Spanish wines, Dossier with recipes in English, for you to practice at home! NB: Cost is based on min 6 persons, supplements applicable for reduced number of participants
(classes are also available in other major cities).
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Tapas Session
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$202
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Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Cordova, Malaga, San Sebastian Depart: year around
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Discover Spanish cuisine with an authentic taste of local life! Your English speaking escort, will lead you to the best Tapas and drinks at various especially selected venues.
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NB: the cost is based on minimum 6 persons, supplements applicable for reduced participants. Special offer: multi-days culinary tours of Spain available upon request.
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Barcelona Gothic Walking Tour
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$35
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Depart: daily at 10.00 (01 Jan-31 Dec)
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2hrs
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On your walking tour discover the Gothic Quarters the charms and variety of the architecture. View the 4C Roman Walls and Towers, the Casa de la Pia Almoina, the Gothic Cathedral, the 17C neoclassical Episcopal Palace, St Felip Neri Square, St Sever Church, the Temple of Augustus, Lloctinent Palace, Plaza del Rey, St Agata Chapel, Carrer de la Libreteria and St Jaume Square
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Afternoon City
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$95
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Depart: daily at 15.30 (Mar-Feb 2011)
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3.5hrs
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From the bus terminal proceed to the Parque Guell, view Gaudi’s masterpiece and the Sagrada Familia, then to the monumental Bullring. We will also visit Santa Maria del Sar Cathedral before a touring the Paseo de Gracia and view the Lleo Morera, Batllo, Ametller and Mila houses (known as la Pedrera).
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Flamenco Show and Dinner
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$140
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Depart: daily at 19.00 & 20.30 (Jan-Mar 2011)
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Attend a Flamenco performance at the Tablao Flamenco El Cordobes, located in Las Ramblas area, Includes the performance and a Buffet Dinner including Wine or Sangria and Mineral Water.
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7 days/6 nights, Costa Del Sol/Costa Del Sol
Depart Sunday:Jan to Mar & Nov to Dec
From $1030 pp twin (s/supp $260)
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Costa del Sol/Algeciras/Ceuta/Fez
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Morning departure from the Costa del Sol (pick-up available from central hotels). Travel to Algeciras to board the ferry to Ceuta. On arrival continue to Fez. Dinner at the hotel.
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mon
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Fez
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BD
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After breakfast, meander through the Medina as part of your guided tour of the city. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at the hotel.
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tue
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Fez/Marrakech
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BD
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Breakfast and continuation to Khenifra and panoramic on arrival. Afternoon arrival in Marrakech, dinner and overnight.
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wed
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Marrakech
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BD
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Morning guided panoramic tour of the city including the famous Djemma el Fna Square. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at the hotel.
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Marrakech/Casablanca/Rabat
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BD
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Breakfast and departure to Casablanca. Panoramic tour. In the afternoon continue to Rabat. Dinner and overnight.
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Rabat/Tanger
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BD
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Breakfast and panoramic tour of what was the Imperial Capital. Departure to Larache for lunch (not included). Continue to Tanger, panoramic tour of the city. Dinner and overnight.
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Tanger/Ceuta/Algeciras/Costa del Sol
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Breakfast and departure to Ceuta to board the Ferry to Algeciras. Arrival and transfer to chosen Hotels along the Costa del Sol.
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Inclusions: Twin share accommodation in quality 3* hotels, deluxe coach, ferry crossing, local tour guides, tour escort, breakfast and dinner daily.Other similar tours are available from Casablanca, Marrakech and others include extended tours of
Spain.
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5 days/4 nights, Barcelona/Madrid
Depart Sunday Apr - Oct
Cost from: $950 pp (s/supp $360) |
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Barcelona/Zaragoza/San Sebastian |
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| Departure from Barcelona at 08.00. Panoramic
visit of Zaragoza. Continue to your hotel in San Sebastian
and dinner. |
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San Sebastian/Bilbao/Santander/Santillana/Colombres |
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Depart for Bilbao, panoramic city tour to
view the Guggenheim Museum building. Continuation to Santander
and free time. Afternoon departure to Santillana del Mar,
National Monument.
Short stop and continue to Colombres. Dinner at the hotel. |
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Colombres/Covadonga/Oviedo |
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| Morning departure. Travel through the landscapes
of the Picos de Europa Mountains. At leisure on arrival
at Covadonga to visit the Shrine, then continue to Oviedo.
Dinner at the hotel. |
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Oviedo/Gijon/Lugo |
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| Departure to Gijon, the second major city
of the Asturias Region. Short panoramic tour and continuation
to Luarca, Ribadeo and Lugo in the Galicia Region. Dinner
at the hotel. |
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Lugo/Salamanca/Madrid |
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| Breakfast. Departure to Salamanca. Short
stop to know its famous Plaza Mayor. Late afternoon return
to Madrid.. |
| Inclusions: Twin share accommodation
in quality hotels, deluxe coach, local tour guides, tour
escort, breakfast and dinner daily. Other tours are available
from Madrid and other major cities. |
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Hotel Palacio San Martinl
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****
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Madrid, Plaza San Martin 5: in the city centre near the Monasterio de las Descalzas, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, great ambience efficient service and a top restaurant. Buffet breakfast.
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184
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High from
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120
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223
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Hotel Liabeny
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Madrid, Calle Salud 3: at 200m from El Oso de Madrid, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and the Royal Palace, classic décor throughout. Buffet breakfast.
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single
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108
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207
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142
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131
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246
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Hotel Barcelona Colonial
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****
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Barcelona, Via Laietana 3: superbly located in the historic centre of Barcelona. The chic interiors complement the colonial building in which it is housed. Buffet breakfast.
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87
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149
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115
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198
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Hotel Duquesa De Cardona
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Barcelona, Paseo Colon 12: boutique hotel located close to the Ramblas. The 19C historic building has been refurbished to adapt to the advanced technology, retaining the top quality traditional hospitality. Buffet breakfast.
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single
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158
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310
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207
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371
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Citadines Apartment Ramblas
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Barcelona, Ramblas 122: Situated on Barcelona’s lively Las Ramblas promenade, this residential-style hotel is four blocks from Plaza Catalunya and 2km from la Sagrada Família.
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Amenities: Kitchenettes include: electric stove, microwave and dishwasher. Bathrooms with handheld shower and hairdryer. Living area with stereos, sat. TV, safe, Internet access (surcharge).
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studio 1-2 persons
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1 bedroom 1-4 persons
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27.06.10-02.09.10
31.10.10-30.12.10
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168
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354
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303
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01.04.10-26.06.10
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240
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354
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NB: Rates are per room per night. Higher rates and minimum stays may apply during special events.
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Hotel Medium Conqueridor
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****
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Valencia, Cervantes 9-11: located near Plaza de l’Ajuntament, Plaza de Toros, the Mercado Central and Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts. Buffet breakfast.
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single
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207
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121
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230
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Hotel el Ladron de Agua LIVE HISTORY
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Granada, Carrera del Darro 13: overlooking the Alhambra, the16C property, has been beautifully restored. The name is inspired by a poem of Juan Ramón Jiménez referring to water as a symbol of self-discovery and water as life’s elixir. Breakfast included.
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triple
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single
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112
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240
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128
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278
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Hotel Pazo La Buzaca LIVE HISTORY
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Morana, (Pontevedra), Lugar de San Lorenzo: in the heart of the Galicia RegionThe 16C manor house has been converted to a charming hotel, surrounded by an old stone wall and 40,000sqm of gardens and groves plus two impressive raised granaries, a dovecot and chapel. Breakfast included.
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Villa Can Luc
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Ibiza: The freestanding villa is positioned in a village bordering the Ibiza Town (2km), nearby bars and restaurants, close to beaches, Botafoch Marina, Cafe Sidney and Yacht Rentals. For up to 8 persons with four bedrooms (suite with dressing room and Jacuzzi bath), double & two twin bedrooms and two bathrooms.
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Amenities: Air conditioning, large lounge area, satellite TV, Hi-fi system, attractive dining area, modern kitchen complete with breakfast bar, dishwasher and washing machine.
NB: Rate is per week per villa. Grand 8 and 9 bedroom villas that can accommodate up to 15 people are available on request.
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6733
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| P R I V A T E T R A N S F E R S |
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1-3 pers.
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4-7 pers.
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Lisbon Airport/City Hotel
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$82
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$116
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Rates per service. Surcharge of €28 between 20.00-08.00.
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4-7 pers..
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8-10 pers.
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$130
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$212
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Rates per service. Supplements may apply between 20.00-08.00
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Lisbon Tours
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Lisbon City Tour
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$67
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Depart: daily at 09.00, 14.30 (except 25/12 &01/01)
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4hrs
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Cross the 25th April Bridge (if possible), visit the Belém quarter, where you will find the most beautiful and historical monuments from the 15C and 16C. Visit the Belém Tower, the Monastery of St Jerome, then to the Alfama quarters walk through the ancient streets, try the Port wine, along the boulevard Liberdade Avenue ending at Pombal Square with the statue of the 18C statesman.
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Cruise on Tagus
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$61
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Depart: daily (except Mon) at 14.30 (Apr-Oct)
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4hrs
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A mini cruise along the River Tagus and see where it merges with the ocean. Relive centuries of history as we navigate past monuments, manors and castles scattered along the river.Panoramic view of Parque das Nações, where the Expo’98 was held, with all its modern architecture and the Oceanarium.
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Évora and the Azeitão
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$159
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Depart: morning Tue & Sat (Apr-Oct), Sat (Nov-Mar)
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8hrs
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Travel southbound to the ruins of the Roman Temple, the Romanesque Gothic Cathedral with its massive towers (16C), the Bones Chapel and the University that occupies the former building of the Jesuit University. Includes lunch.
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Wonders of Portugal
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3 days/2 nights
$577 per person twin share
Depart: daily (excluding Wed)
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day 1 Lisbon, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, Estoril
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Travel to the majestic and romantic Pena Palace in Sintra, then at leisure to stroll in the streets lined with handicraft shops and tea-rooms, taste the delicious sweets the “queijadas” or the “travesseiros”. Depart from the wine region of Colares, to Cabo da Roca, the most western point in continental Europe, travel past the beach of Guincho to Boca do Inferno, view the magnificent rugged landscape, panoramic of fishing village of Cascais and of the Estoril
Coast on the return to Lisbon.
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day 2 Lisbon, Óbidos, Alcobaça, Nazaré, Batalha, Fátima
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Full day excursion to charming towns: Òbidos, a walled medieval village, Alcobaça to visit the gothic Church of the Monastery (World Heritage site). Lunch at the colourful fishing village of Nazaré. Panoramic of the coast from Sítio.Visit the historic Church of the Batalha Monastery (World Heritage site) a gothic masterpiece. At the Sanctuary of our Lady of Fátima visit the Basilica with the tombs of Lúcia, Francisco
and Jacinta, the Apparition Chapel, heart of the shrine. Travel through a rich agricultural region on the return to Lisbon.
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day 3 Lisbon, Evora, Azeitão, Lisbon
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Today we discover Évora, a mosaic of culture, history and traditions. From Lisbon we cross the bridge over the River Tejo past a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive groves, cork and oak trees and vineyards. Walk the narrow streets of the whitewashed town of Évora visiting the most important sites, such as: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, St Francis Church with the Chapel of the Bones, and the University. View the local produce
at a typical market and also admire the local handcrafted objects of cork, ceramic and copper.Time to lunch. In Azeitão we visit one of the oldest wine cellars in Portugal and the traditional Moscatel de Setúbal. Evening return to Lisbon.
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Including: Twin share at the 4* Hotel Lutecia or similar, quality coach/minivan, Spanish and English speaking guide, Lunch, entrance fees. (Pre & post tour accomm. is recommended).
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Sana Executive Hotel
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Lisbon, Avenida Conde Valbom 56: located near Gulbenkian Museum, Centre of Modern Art and the Castle of Sao Jorge, the décor is retrospective of mid ‘50s Art Deco. Buffet breakfast.
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135
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Mundial Hotel
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Lisbon, Praca Martim Moniz 2: located near Figueira Square, Castle of Sao Jorge, and Rossio. Additional nearby points of interest include Santa Justa Elevator. Buffet breakfast
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Hotel Aviz
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****
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Lisbon, Rua Duque de Palmela 32: a preferred amongst VIPs traditional and prestigious service with updated modernity. Exquisite gastronomy at the renowned restaurant. Buffet breakfast.
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140
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231
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Specials:Child 0-10 years free sharing parent’s room.
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Pestana Porto Hotel
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****
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Porto, Praca da Ribeira 1: positioned in the centre of this world heritage city, nearby the Ribeira Square, the Cathedral, Taylor Fladgate & Yeatman and the Museum of Port Wine, a special atmosphere prevails throughout the edifice. Buffet breakfast.
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single
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210
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236
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deluxe triple
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182
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01.04.10-31.05.10
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146
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130
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242
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218
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Specials: Child 0-2 years free and child 3-12 years, 50% reductions sharing parent’s room. Supplements applicable 11 Jul-31 Aug. Courtesy bus service to all the nearby Vilamoura golf courses.
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