Day 1 | ISTANBUL(IST)-MADRID
Meet at Istanbul Airport Foreign Departures terminal at least 3 hours prior to departure. After completing ticketing, luggage, and passport procedures, Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight departs at 07:00 to Madrid. Arrive in Madrid at 10:30 local time. After arrival, we leave the airport and begin our Madrid city tour. We start with the grand square called Plaza Mayor. In this square, there are 136 buildings and 437 balconies opening onto courtyards. Historically, these balconies have been used for bullfights and people burned during the Inquisition. The heart of the city includes Puerta Del Sol, the large square called Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace where the public is addressed, Plaza de Oriente, the Alcala Gate built to showcase the city's wealth, the grand Gran Via with its gallery-covered roofs, Plaza Colon, Cibeles Square and Fountain, and Cervantes Monument. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 | MADRID-TOLEDO-MADRID
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests wishing can join an optional Toledo Tour organized by our guide (65 Euros). Toledo is a real open-air museum and Spain’s former capital, one of the most important cities on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Its most imposing cathedral, home to works by world-famous artists, rivals the world’s finest museums. Known as the city of El Greco, Toledo has remained unchanged since the 16th century. Structures reflecting Roman, Visigoth, Arab, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture, narrow streets, El Greco's paintings, traditional bakeries, Damascene shops, and the famous cathedral make it a prime touristic pilgrimage site. Another tradition in Toledo is almond paste making dating back to the time when Arabs captured the city. Tasting this mouthwatering candy completes the visit. After a walking tour through the Jewish Quarter, we head to our hotel in Madrid. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 | MADRID- ZARAGOZA-BARCELONA
After breakfast, we will head towards Barcelona. Guests wishing can join an optional Zaragoza Tour organized by our guide (30 Euros). Our tour includes the Ebro River, the city’s central cathedral Pilar Cathedral, La Seo Cathedral, San Pablo Church, Plaza Espana, and the Pilar Bridge. Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia Autonomous Community and Spain’s second-largest city, attracts four times its population due to its famous works by architect Antoni Gaudi. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 | BARCELONA
After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join an optional Girona & Figueras Tour (70 Euros) organized by our guide. We start with Girona, a city on the Onyar River, reminiscent of Florence, and the richest city of the region. Its narrow streets and cathedral make it a charming medieval city, also known for being a filming location for the Perfumery movie. The panoramic tour includes the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, Mezuzah-adorned houses, Jewish Quarter, Rambla, and famous shops. Afterwards, we depart for Figueras, a town with an impressive atmosphere that inspired the legendary surrealist painter Salvador Dali throughout his life. We will visit the Dali Museum, where the artist’s own decorated house is located. Each work is worth millions of dollars, and the museum features his eternal love Gala, along with mind-bending pieces. After the visit, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 5 | BARCELONA-VALENCIA
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Valencia. Valencia is a city on Spain’s east coast, surrounded by turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, rich in history, culture, and art. As Spain’s third-largest city, it attracts visitors with its vibrant history and modern attractions. Upon arrival, a city tour will include the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Arts and Science Museum, the historic Mercado Central, and the Old Silk Exchange. After the tour, transfer to the hotel, check-in, and free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 | VALENCIA-ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time designated by our guide. At the designated time, we transfer to Valencia Airport. Depart from Madrid on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight at 18:45. Arrive in Istanbul at 23:35 local time. End of the tour.