SPAIN
SHORT BREAKS
Chinchon
Aranjuez Palace
Madrid Royal Madrid &
Imperial Toledo 5 days from £849
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Just You Tour Manager as your host
• Return flights from Heathrow with British Airways
• 4 nights in 3-star hotels
• 7 meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
PLUS… • Specialist Local Guide • Welcome drink
• Overseas transfers & other transportation
• Porterage
• Dedicated Just You representative to greet you at all UK airports
DAY 1 UK/Madrid Today we’ll fly to Madrid and transfer to Toledo on arrival. After time to freshen up your Tour Manger will introduce you to the local area on a short orientation walk.
This evening we’ll get to know one another better when we head to a restaurant for our welcome dinner. HOTEL CARLOS V, TOLEDO (3-STAR)
DAY 2 Toledo From its lofty position on a rocky headland, UNESCO-listed Toledo overlooks the Río Tajo. Known as the ‘city of three cultures’, Christians, Muslims and Jews have lived here harmoniously for centuries. Its historic centre contains a fine array of churches, mosques and synagogues.
This morning’s guided walking tour of this splendid city will introduce us
to its many fascinating highlights and we’ll also visit a workshop to learn about Toledo steel, a prestigious and flexible metal used in sword-making for hundreds of years. You are free to explore further at your own pace this afternoon. Perhaps you’ll enjoy lunch with your travelling companions before taking a stroll along the banks of the river, or maybe you’ll visit the El Greco Museum. Here you’ll discover more about the life of the famous painter and see some of his works. HOTEL CARLOS V, TOLEDO (3-STAR)
DAY 3 Aranjuez & Chinchón Our tour continues with a short drive from Toledo to Aranjuez, a green oasis located at the meeting point of the Tajo and Jarama Rivers. Here we’ll visit the spectacular Royal Palace. The building of this lavish royal residence began
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Toledo, the ‘city of three cultures’ is your fi rst destination on this unforgettable short break. Discover the array of churches, mosques and synagogues in its historic centre before continuing on to the Royal Palace at Aranjuez. Finally, a tour and guided walk will introduce Madrid’s many highlights.
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS • Walking tour of Toledo
• Toledo’s steel workshop experience
• The Royal Palace at Aranjuez
• Picturesque Chinchón with tapas lunch
• Madrid panoramic sightseeing tour
• Walking tour of Madrid
OPTIONAL EXCURSION • The Royal Palace of Madrid
Toledo
in the 16th century during the reign of King Phillip II. It was reconstructed and added to over the years and today the palace is renowned for its splendid gardens and beautiful white and red façade.
Later we’ll arrive in Chinchón, a traditional Spanish town with a 15th century square – Plaza Mayor – at its heart. We’ll enjoy an included tapas lunch here before continuing on to Madrid. A panoramic sightseeing tour by coach will introduce us to Spain’s capital, before we check in to our hotel for a two-night stay.
HOTEL MAYORAZGO OR HOTEL GANIVET, MADRID (3-STAR) DAY 4 Madrid
This morning’s guided walking tour of Madrid will take us to many of the city’s highlights. We’ll see the bustling Plaza de la Puerta del Sol and visit Plaza Mayor, the vast central square lined by grand balconied buildings. We’ll stroll past the Plaza de Santa Ana, once a meeting place for intellectuals, writers and artists, and end our tour at the Prado Museum. One of the world’s most prestigious museums, it is home to an exquisite collection of art and contains works by Spanish Masters, Goya, Velázquez and Murillo, as well as some revered international pieces. We have left this afternoon free for you to step inside the museum if you wish.
Alternatively, you could choose to join our optional afternoon excursion to the Royal Palace. This impressive neoclassical building is the official residence of the Spanish royal family, but they use it only occasionally. It contains around 3,000 rooms and many fine works of art.
This evening we’ll gather as a group and enjoy a farewell dinner in a nearby restaurant.
HOTEL MAYORAZGO OR HOTEL GANIVET, MADRID (3-STAR)
DAY 5 Madrid/UK Today we’ll fly back to the UK.
Please note: This holiday includes walking in areas of rough ground, gradients and steps with little or no hand rails to offer assistance.
YOUR HOTELS
Hotel Carlos V ★★★ in Toledo Hotel Carols V is located in the
very heart of Toledo. Facilities include a restaurant and outdoor terrace. Guest rooms feature private facilities, air-conditioning, TV and hairdryer.
Hotel Carlos V
Hotel Mayorazgo or Hotel Ganivet ★★★ in Madrid
Facilities at these hotels include a restaurant and bar. Guest rooms feature private facilities, air- conditioning, TV, safe and wi-fi .
Hotel Mayorazgo DEPARTURE DATES
For all dates, prices and regional fl ight options, see latest price guide. Holiday ref: SESMAD
2017 Heathrow 28 May 18 Jun 3 Sep
Flights with British Airways or similar scheduled airline. Transfer time is approx. 1 hour 20 mins. Flight timings and hotels are subject to change and will be confi rmed in your fi nal documents.
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