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MADRID SIGHTSEEING TOURS - MARCH - OCTOBER 2009
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PANORAMIC
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AUD 39
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Daily
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0915 / 1500
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Half Day
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This tour includes – the Gran Via and Castellana, the Plaza de Espana and Puerta de Alcala, the Renaissance and Baroque style buildings found in Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace & the exceptional works of great art found in the Prado Museum. Drive through the historic quarters and famous parks including Casa de Campo and Retiro. Explore Madrid's attractions by coach, from its Arab origins, to the present-day, this tour will familiarise visitors with Spain’s capital city.
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PANORAMIC & BULLFIGHT
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AUD 108
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(place in sun)
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AUD 165
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(place in shade)
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AUD 77
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(place in sun - young bulls)
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AUD 108
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(place in shade - young bulls)
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Tour bus departs at approximately 3pm for a Panoramic tour of Madrid visiting the most important and representative buildings and monuments (see description above).
Following the city tour, one of the most cultural traditions in Spain - A Bullfight. After the bullfight the coach drops tour participants as close as possible to their hotel.
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ESCORIAL-VALLE DE LOS CAIDOS
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AUD 97
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Daily (except Sun)
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0845 / 1500
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Half Day
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The visit to Escorial includes the Hapsburgs Palace, Kings and Princes Mausoleum, Chapter Houses and the Basilica.
The tour of the monument at Valle de Los Caidos includes the Basilica and its imposing Cross, at a height of 150m.
ESCORIAL:The imposing 16th Century Royal Monastery of El Escorial, built under orders from Phillip II, is a World Heritage Site. The Monastery houses the Mausoleum of the Spanish Monarchs, including Charles V, and is considered, by many, as one of the Eight Wonders of the World.
VALLE DE LOS CAIDOS / VALLEY OF THE FALLEN:This impressive 1,300m high commemorative monument, carved into a granite mountain, was erected in memory of the fallen soldiers of the Spanish Civil War.It is located in the Valley of Cuelgamuros, approximately 50kms from Madrid.
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ESCORIAL-VALLE-TOLEDO
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AUD 196
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Daily (except Mon)
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0845
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Full Day
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Visit Toledo for a guided tour of the great Spanish monument. Next the Royal Monastery of El Escorial and lastly the Valley of the Fallen.
TOLEDO: The beautiful imperial city-museum of Toledo is only 70km from Madrid, it is a National Monument to Spainish art, architecture and religion combining Arabic, Mudejar Gothic and Renaissance influences. Walk along its cobblestone streets into history.
ESCORIAL: The imposing 16th Century Royal Monastery of El Escorial, built under orders from Phillip II, is a World Heritage Site. The Monastery houses the Mausoleum of the Spanish Monarchs, including Charles V, and is considered, by many, as one of the Eight Wonders of the World.
VALLE DE LOS CAIDOS / VALLEY OF THE FALLEN: This impressive 1,300m high commemorative monument, carved into a granite mountain, was erected in memory of the fallen soldiers of the Spanish Civil War. It is located in the Valley of Cuelgamuros, approximately 50kms from Madrid.
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TOLEDO
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AUD 129
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Daily - with lunch
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0945
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Full Day
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AUD 79
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Daily
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0845 / 1500
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Half Day
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The 13th-century cathedral, the medieval castle and Santa Maria La Blanca Synagogue. Visit St. Tome Church, San Juan of the Kings and the Victorio Macho Museum. The full-day program includes a panoramic tour of Toledo and a visit of the Gothic Cathedral. The beautiful imperial city-museum of Toledo is only 70km from Madrid, it is a National Monument to Spainish art, architecture and religion combining Arabic, Mudejar Gothic and Renaissance influences. Walk along its cobblestone streets into history.
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AVILA-SEGOVIA
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AUD 136
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Daily - no lunch
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0915
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Full Day
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AUD 167
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Daily - tourist lunch
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0915
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Full Day
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AUD 195
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Daily - gastronomic lunch
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0915
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Full Day
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Walking tour of Avila. Tour highlights include the Roman Walls, the Cathedral, the Convent of Santa Teresa & Los Cuatro Postes.
Walking tour of Segovia. Tour highlights include the Aqueduct which was built during the reign of Caesar Augustus, the Gothic Cathedral and the 11th Century Alcazar
AVILA: Avila is the birthplace of Santa Teresa de Jesus & Spanish Mysticism, it also has many art treasures. The 2500m walls are a wonderful example of 11th century architecture housing Romanesque churches, Gothic palaces and the Cathedral is one of the oldest in Spain. The tour includes the Cathedral, the Convent of Santa Teresa, the magnificent view from Los Cuatro Postes ( 4 Posts Hill ) and a walking tour of the city.
SEGOVIA: Segovia is an ancient city of Roman origin. Amongst its many historical monuments are the 16km Aqueduct, built during the reign of Caesar Augustus, the Gothic “Lady” of Cathedrals and the “ Fairytale” 11th Century Alcazar, is possibly the most spectacular castle in Spain.
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DINNER & FLAMENCO
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AUD
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Daily (except Sun / Hols)
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2030
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PANORAMIC & FLAMENCO
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AUD 98
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Daily (except Sun / Hols)
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2030
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Coach Tour departs at 8.30pm for a panoramic tour of Madrid by night followed by a Flamenco show (includes drinks).
After the Flamenco show you will be dropped off at the closest point to your hotel. N.B. Gentlemen - Tie & jacket is required.
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