This is considered a fast-paced tour. In order to explore as much as possible, this tour may require early starts and long travel days. One to two nights at one destination is standard. While some free time may be scheduled, most sightseeing is included throughout this tour. You will be required to move about unassisted, including getting on and off vehicles, walking up and down stairs and some activities will be conducted on uneven or steep terrain. You will be required to handle your own luggage. To ensure this trip is right for you, any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aid, then this tour is not suitable.
Accommodation in this trip is at comfortable properties featuring modern facilities and amenities.
Hotel stars are based on local ratings provided and the expected standard may differ depending on the destination. Hotels listed within the itinerary are indicative of the typical hotel we intend to use for that package but is subject to change.
This tour is fully escorted by an expert English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
✓ Return international airfares with a full-service airline
✓ All airport and port transfers
✓ All coach and ferry transportation
✓ 13 nights in comfortable 4-star & 5-star accommodation
✓ Daily breakfast, 11 dinners
✓ Fully escorted by professional, English-speaking guide
✓ Incredible sightseeing, including the lavish UNESCO-listed Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens in Granada, Toledo’s historic old town, Morocco’s ancient medinas and Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakech
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Welcome to Spain! You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
You’ll meet your tour guide and fellow travellers tomorrow morning. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore this energetic city. Make like a Madrileño and take a paseo por la noche, a cherished evening stroll. Puerta del Sol, the heart of the city, is a busy plaza where you can find street performers, loads of restaurants and shops and the iconic statue ‘The Bear and the Strawberry Tree’.
Gran Vía, also known as the street that never sleeps, is the main shopping and tourist artery in the centre of the capital. On this lively strip you’ll find great restaurants, theatre, shopping and more. Look up – the buildings are exquisite. Calle Cava Baja is the city’s famed tapas street. Patatas bravas, anyone?
Please note: Some flights may depart the day before.
Check in: Passengers will be arriving at various times throughout the day from as early as 6am through to late evening. If arriving prior to standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm local time, you are welcome to leave your luggage with hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available, as there are generally no scheduled activities on Day 1 of the itinerary. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotel’s discretion.
This morning, meet your tour guide and the rest of your group. We’ll leave Madrid this morning and drive along La Mancha, land of Don Quixote. We’ll make a brief stop at a typical site in Puerto Lápice to admire these landscapes immortalised in the world’s first modern novel.
We’ll cross through the natural border of Despeñaperros and head into sunny, enchanting Andalusia. This is a region of enormous history and heritage, being occupied by the Romans, the Moors and finally Christians. It’s the home of passionate flamenco, not just a famous dance, but a genuine Spanish art form. It’s known for bullfighting, beautiful beaches, great food and dreamy landscapes, with charming whitewashed villages. Think Mediterranean coastline, bright sun and perfect blue skies.
We’ll stop in Córdoba for a tour of its impressive mosque, the Mezquita, a magnificent piece of Islamic architecture. Over 850 columns with decorated arches crisscross the ceiling of this ancient structure. We’ll see other sites and stroll through the narrow winding streets of the Jewish Quarter.
In the afternoon, it’s about a two hour journey to reach dynamic, charming Seville. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
After breakfast, we’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour this morning. You’ll see the exterior of the majestic Seville Cathedral, the largest Gothic building in Europe. See the Santa Cruz quarter – the perfect scene for the masterpiece Carmen, as well as precisely where the myth of libertine Don Juan developed. You’ll also see Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España, on the edge of the park.
The afternoon is free for you to explore the sounds and flavours of this enigmatic city. The Giralda Tower stands 104 metres above the city – you can climb to the top for sweeping views over the red-tiled roofs of Seville. The Moorish influence here is undeniable, as you’ll see if you visit the Alcázar of Seville, an elaborate fortress and palace with beautiful formal gardens. It’s one of the oldest palaces still in use in the world.
The food of Seville won’t disappoint. All your favourites are here; paella, gazpacho, churros. Seville is home to traditional favourites like carrillada (pork cheek), cazón en adobo ( shark in a Moorish marinade) and espinacas con garbanzos (spinach and chickpeas) – the name might sound unimaginative but the dish is certainly not!
Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
After breakfast we’ll travel south, passing picturesque villages on the scenic drive to the mountaintop city of Ronda. This town is split in two on either side of a deep gorge, connected by its iconic 18th-century bridge. You’ll have free time to admire this town of Celtic origin and the dramatic views of the gorge and surrounding peaks of the Sierras.
In the afternoon we’ll continue on to the Costa del Sol, a sparkling stretch of Mediterranean coastline. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s a renowned tourist destination for Spanish and international tourists alike. You’ll find loads of food and shopping options – and of course, those famed beaches.
We’ll depart today for magical Morocco. A drive along the picturesque tourist route of Costa del Sol takes us to Algeciras or Tarifa to board a ferry to cross the Strait of Gibraltar towards Africa, a stone’s throw away.
On arrival in Morocco, we’ll disembark, clear customs and head to the living museum of Fes. Often referred to as the country’s cultural capital, or the spiritual heart of Morocco, Fes was once one of the world’s great centres of education and culture, both Islamic and Jewish.
This morning, your guide will take you on a city tour.
We’ll see the grand seven golden gates of the impressive royal palace and the walled old Jewish Quarter. You’ll see the distinctive, ornate city gate, Bab Bou Jeloud. This iconic blue gate is the entrance to the old medina, where you’ll take a walking tour. Walk in the narrow maze-like streets of the city passing artisans at work, vendors selling leather and oils, and locals gathering to eat, shop and pray. The winding paths – no cars allowed, instead you’ll see donkeys – seem to go on forever in this 540-acre medina.
You’ll have the afternoon free in this beautiful imperial city before dinner at the hotel.
This morning we’ll head towards Meknes, the sixth largest city in the kingdom and former capital of Morocco.
Take a panoramic tour to admire the great, imposing Bab al-Mansour Gate, surely Morocco’s most beautiful gate and the pride of Meknes.
We’ll then head south through the Mid-Atlas mountains to Marrakech. An ancient, exotic city wrapped in European modernity, Marrakech is a feast for the senses. Be enticed by the alluring scents and brilliant colours of the spice markets, the sounds of the musicians, the rich folds of carpets, delectable foods, acrobats and perfumed gardens. Marrakech won’t disappoint – it’s eclectic, beautiful and a modern fusion of Moroccan and international culture.
A day of sightseeing starts with the Koutoubia Mosque; its famous minaret is the prototype for others of its kind around the world, including La Giralda in Seville. The mosque is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
We’ll visit the Saadian tombs, the only remains of the Saadian dynasty (1549-1659). These exquisite tombs were abandoned for centuries before being rediscovered in 1917.
We’ll stop by the 19th-century masterpiece of Moroccan architecture, Bahia Palace. This vast complex was intended to be the greatest palace of its time and there is much to admire, like incredibly detailed mosaics, ornately decorated arches, exquisite ceilings and lush gardens.
In the afternoon, we’ll take a walk around the old medina, souks and through the bustling souks that are the lifeblood flowing through the city. This is the trading centre of the city and the sights, sounds and fragrant smells are almost overwhelming. The walls surrounding the medina, made of a distinct orange-red clay and chalk, were built in the 12th century.
Famous Jemaa el-Fnaa is the main square of Marrakech in the heart of the medina. It’s big and frantic, with scores of people shopping, eating, getting henna tattoos and watching snake charmers. Packed with locals and tourists alike, it’s certainly memorable.
You’ll have free time before dinner at the hotel. Make like a local and sip sweet mint tea at a cafe as you watch the world go by.
We’ll head north towards Casablanca, the commercial hub of Morocco. Modelled after the French city of Marseille, this busy port city is famous for its art deco buildings and the modern-day masterpiece, the Hassan II Mosque.
Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city’s highlights, including Anfa Boulevard, local homes and United Nations Square, a busy city square. We’ll see the outside of the glorious Hassan II Mosque – the second largest mosque in the world, it took more than seven years to build.
In the afternoon we’ll depart for the historic town of Rabat, diplomatic and administrative capital. Rabat’s history is long, having been host to Roman settlements, pirates and more recently the Moroccan parliament. It contains numerous fine Arab monuments, some dating from the 10th to 15th century Almohad and Marinid dynasties, and others that are far older.
This morning we’ll see the sights of Rabat on a guided tour, starting with the royal palace – the official residence of the King of Morocco. We’ll see the unfinished Hassan Tower – once intended to be the world’s tallest minaret and largest mosque – and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a striking masterpiece of modern Moroccan architecture.
In the afternoon we’ll head for the coastal town of Tangier, Europe’s gateway to Africa. Being just a short boat ride from Spain, it boasts an interesting mix of African and European influences.
After a short panoramic tour, you’ll have free time in this cosmopolitan city. Its medina, a star attraction, is everything you’d expect – lively, with the typical narrow, maze-like alleyways of shops, teahouses and homes. A great place to people watch is the Grand Socco, a large square at the main entrance of the medina and a popular meeting place.
You might visit the ancient kasbah, located high on a hill with pretty ocean views. The old Sultan’s palace (built in the 17th century) lies within these high walls. The Kasbah Museum is a great place to learn about Morocco’s tumultuous, complicated history.
After breakfast we’ll head to the pier and board the ferry to return across the Strait of Gibraltar. We’ll drive along the Costa del Sol to our hotel.
This morning we’ll leave for Granada, the last stronghold of the Moorish Kingdoms up to 1492. The scenery really is amazing – rolling hills and the peaks of the Sierra Nevada.
We’ll visit the world-famous, opulent Alhambra complex and Generalife Gardens that have inspired several authors with their sights and moods, such as the Tales of the Alhambra by W. Irving.
The Alhambra is the contemporary history of Granada’s Arab past. Its buildings, towers, palaces, patios and gardens make this palace and fortress complex one of the most visited monuments in Spain. It towers over Granada’s historic Arabic quarter. Within the fortress you’ll find exquisite palaces, serene pathways weaving through amazing gardens and courtyards. The detail is next level – sumptuous interiors, beautiful Islamic geometric patterns, exquisitely carved wood, incredible ornamental features.
The afternoon is free for you. Granada is home to a huge number of tapas bars – what better way to pass the time?
We’ll drive north towards the ancient city of Toledo.
We’ll take a short guided tour of this historic old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These labryinth-like narrow streets boast a rich legacy and a glorious past, with the influence and culture of three major religions – Judaism, Christianity and Islam – evident in the architecture and landmarks here. Toledo survived countless violent invasions and its monuments still standing today make it a living museum.
In this city known for its traditional handicrafts, we’ll visit a damascene workshop – the ancient art of inlaying different metals into one another.
We’ll then head for Madrid. Upon arrival to your hotel, you’ll farewell your tour guide and enjoy one last night in Madrid to yourself before returning home.
Enjoy one last delicious breakfast this morning, before your adventure comes to an end. After checking out of your hotel, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this extraordinary journey.
Check out: Passengers will be departing at various times throughout the day. Standard hotel check-out times will apply no matter what time your flight is scheduled to depart. Check-out time is generally anywhere from 10am-12pm. You are welcome to leave your luggage at hotel reception and spend your final moments of free time exploring the area or, alternatively, please speak with hotel staff if you would like to extend your check-out time. Please note this service is subject to availability and will likely come at an additional cost. Your tour guide (or hotel staff) will confirm the time of your airport transfer with you directly.
Arrive home today after your amazing adventure, we hope you have been Inspired!
Deposit & Payments
Booking Process
Airfare Information
Premium Economy or Business Class upgrades
Please specify this as a 'Special Request' when completing your booking and you will be quoted for the additional fare. In the event your selection is unavailable, or that you are dissatisfied with the quote, you will be provided with a full refund.
Land Only discount
A reduction of $1,500 per person applies if you wish to arrange your own airfares. To purchase a land-only fare, please select this option in the booking process under 'Departure City'.
Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, airport transfers are also no longer included.
Extending Your Stay
Some customers like to enhance their holiday by extending their stay pre- and/or post-tour or including a stopover in another destination. If you wish to do so, please follow these steps:
By choosing to extend your stay, please note that a supplement of $150 per person, plus applicable fare and tax differences will apply. We will contact you via email with a quote and proposed flight itinerary, and then proceed with collecting the additional payment required to confirm your request.
You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour, adding a stopover package en-route or booking a tour extension. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Airport chauffeur
Take the hassle out of getting to the airport with private chauffeur transfers to and from your home airport. Your personal chauffeur will meet and greet you, attend to your luggage and drive you to your destination in a luxury vehicle.
Additional surcharges may apply depending on pick-up time, tolls and government levies.
Airport Chauffeur can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add this service, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance.
Pre and post tour accommodation (deviating from group flights forfeits your group airport transfers)
Arrival and departure airport shuttle transfers
Please note, the transfers are not private and you may be grouped with other Inspiring Vacations customers.
Please specify in the 'Special Request' field when making your purchase your preferred travel arrangements and if you would like our team to book additional nights' accommodation and/or airport transfers. The additional cost for these land arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability. Alternatively, you may purchase 1 pre or post night + transfer at time of booking.
Airport lounges
Escape busy airport terminals and relax at a cosy and catered lounge instead. Departure lounge access in Sydney $70 per person (up to 6 hours); Melbourne & Brisbane $55 per person (up to 3 hours).
Airport lounge passes can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add this service, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance.
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a “3”.
3 – Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. Tipping is not compulsory on your trip, but it can make a big difference to locals employed in the tourism industry. If you feel that your Tour Leader and driver have done an impeccable job, you can choose to give a gratuity. For the services of your Tour Leader it is suggested that you budget EUR 2-4 per person per day and EUR 1-3 per person per day for your driver.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $1620 per person in addition to the twin-share price.
Triple Share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
We have partnered with nib to offer our customers competitive rates for their travel insurance. You can book comprehensive or budget cover simply by clicking HERE to arrange your policy.
Visa & Passport information
It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return.
Australian passport holders do not require a visa to travel to Spain or Morocco, for stays less than 90 days.
Please note that these details are subject to change without notice. We recommend visiting https://smartraveller.gov.au for up to date information in terms of entry requirements.
Tour Documentation
Final documentation including, e-tickets and hotel details, will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Group Size
2-52 people (average 35)
Trip Style - Group Tour
Unparalleled value for money is the name of the game. These tours tick all the boxes with loads of inclusions: sightseeing highlights, quality accommodation, transfers, private transportation, breakfasts and some meals. You will be travelling with an average of 35 guests and the tour will be escorted by an expert, local tour leader.
Children
Children must be 5 years old or above and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.
Tour Length
The total length of the tour in days includes time spent inflight and is subject to change, depending on the flight schedule. Please refer to the day-by-day itinerary for the time spent in your destination(s).
Refundable deposit within 28 days of purchase:
For cancellations made within 28 days of paying the deposit on any tour, your deposit can be refunded in full or can be transferred to a new booking should you decide to change to another package or destination. Please note this change of mind guarantee does not apply for bookings made within 90 days of departure, after which time our standard 48 hour cooling off period applies. After this time, your booking becomes non-refundable.
All cancellation or change requests must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Refund times will vary and the timeframe of which will be advised at the time of cancellation. Any refund of deposit will be issued back to the original form of payment.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Transferrable second installment up until 90 days before scheduled departure:
Following the second installment payment and up until 90 days before your departure only, should you wish to postpone your travel or transfer to another package, we can provide you with a credit note of the current balance paid on your booking, to be used to rebook within 18 months of the credit being issued.
Any change request must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Please refer to our full Terms and Conditions for more details
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