Day 1 ISTANBUL – MADRID
Meet your guests at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departures Terminal in front of the Pegasus Airlines counter 3 hours before the flight. After luggage and ticket procedures, flight with Pegasus Airlines scheduled to Madrid. Upon arrival, we will start a panoramic Madrid city tour. We begin at the large square called Plaza Mayor, which has 136 buildings and 437 balconies opening to courtyards. Historically, people watched bullfights and the Inquisition executions from these balconies. Our visits include the heart of the city, Puerta del Sol, the large square Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace where the people are addressed, Plaza de Orient, the Alcala Gate built to demonstrate the city’s wealth, the Gran Via with its impressive galleries, Plaza Colón, the Cibeles Square and Fountain, and Cervantes Monument. After the tour, we will arrive at the hotel and settle in. Accommodation at our hotel.
Day 2 MADRID
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Afterwards, guests can join the arranged Segovia & Avila & Outlet Tour. During this tour, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Segovia and Ávila. We will cross the 11th-century walls of Ávila and tour its old town, visit the cathedral exterior and Saint Vincent Basilica, Plaza Mayor, and the birthplace of Santa Teresa of Jesus. Then, we will head to Segovia. We will see the giant Roman aqueduct, the exterior of Segovia Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, and the magnificent castle known as the Palace of Queen Margaret, reminiscent of the fairy-tale castle. Afterward, we will move to Las Rozas Village, the largest outlet in the region for shopping. After free shopping time, we return to our hotel in Madrid. Accommodation at our hotel.
Day 3 MADRID – PORTO
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel and then transfer to Porto. Afterwards, guests can participate in the guided Salamanca Tour. In Salamanca, located on the Tormes River, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Plaza Mayor and the historic Monterrey Palace. Then, continue your journey to Porto. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic Porto city tour. During the tour, view the Douro River, the Ribeira district with its historic buildings, Bolsa Palace, Porto Cathedral, the House of the Prince, São Francisco Church, São Bento train station, Dom Luís I Bridge, and the Douro River. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at our hotel.
Day 4 PORTO – LISBON
After breakfast, we set off towards Lisbon. Then, guests can join the guided Fatima & Nazare & Obidos Tour. Our first stop is Fatima, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three young shepherds in 1917, making it one of the major Christian pilgrimage sites. From Fatima, we head to the ocean coast to visit Nazare, famous for its beach and fishermen’s town. It’s impossible not to be impressed by the cliffs where famous explorer Vasco da Gama came to pray before setting sail. Then, we explore Obidos, an ancient medieval town with preserved city walls. Finally, we proceed to Lisbon. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour, including VII. Edward Park, Rossio Square—the city’s heart—Liberdade Square, the Tagus River, São Jorge Castle, the Alfama district, the Alcantara district, Belém Tower, the Discoveries Monument, and Jeronimos Monastery. Afterward, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at our hotel.
Day 5 LISBON
After breakfast, free time. Then, guests can join the optional Sintra & Cascais & Estoril & Cabo de Roca Tour. We will see the Sintra Royal Palace, a symbol of Portuguese royalty, from a panoramic view. Then, visit the old fishing districts of Cascais and Estoril, known for their beaches and historic charm. Cabo de Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, is our final stop. After the tour, free time is provided for individual exploration. Those interested can join the optional Fado Night (costs 70€ per person). Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 6 LISBON – SEVILLA
After breakfast, we depart for Seville. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Seville. The city, built along the Guadalquivir River, features the Spain Square, the TV tower from Carmen, the Torre del Oro, and the Jewish Quarter. We will finish the tour with free time in Seville Cathedral. For guests who want an entertaining evening, they can join the optional Flamenco Night.
Day 7 SEVILLA
After breakfast, guests can join the optional Granada & Alhambra Palace & Ronda Tour. (The Alhambra Palace tour depends on availability). The tour starts in Granada, where places like the Square of Bib Lambra, Christopher Columbus Monument, City Hall, and Cathedral (exterior) are visited. After that, we visit the Alhambra Palace, known as "The Red" because of its reddish brick walls and roof tiles, featuring Islamic architecture at its highest achievement. Then, we head to Ronda, one of Spain’s most interesting towns with its preserved medieval structure, Roman Bridge, and the oldest arena and museum in Spain. After the tour, return to the hotel. Accommodation at our hotel.
Day 8 SEVILLA – ISTANBUL
After breakfast, transfer to Seville Airport depending on flight time. Complete baggage check-in procedures and take the scheduled Pegasus Airlines flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, our tour concludes.
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HOTEL CATEGORY |
3 and 4 STAR HOTELS |
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Madrid |
Hotels within 10 – 20 km of the center |
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Porto |
Hotels within 10 – 20 km of the center |
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Lisbon |
Hotels within 10 – 20 km of the center |
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Seville |
Hotels within 10 – 20 km of the center |
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LAYOVER |
DEPARTURE |
ARRIVAL |
FLIGHT CODE |
DIRECTION |
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SABİHA GÖKÇEN SAW – MADRID (MAD) |
09:15 |
11:50 |
PC 1099 |
DEPARTURE |
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SEVİLLA (SVQ) – SABİHA GÖKÇEN SAW |
14:25 |
20:45 |
PC 1110 |
RETURN |
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