Spanish is Fun- Immersions Spain

IMMERSION FOR ADULTS!

*Spain - Seville, Madrid & Barcelona
ADULT TOUR / 10 days / SUMMER 2009

Day-1. DEPARTURE CITY - MALAGA:
Overnight flight to Malaga.

Day-2. MALAGA - TORREMOLINOS:
Arrive at the airport and continue with a short bus ride to Malaga. This city was established almost 3000 years ago. See the Cathedral and Plaza Mercedes, where the famous painter Pablo Picasso was born. Then to Torremolinos and your beach front hotel.

Day-3. TORREMOLINOS:
Explore the town of Torremolinos which first attracted crowds in 1498 when the Catholic kings and their vast number of troops camped here during the siege of Malaga. The town evolved into a thriving center for fishing, primarily centered around La Carihuela, an area just east of town where traditional fishermen still remain and some of the best seafood restaurants can be found.

Day-4. TORREMOLINOS - GRANADA -SEVILLE:
Travel through Sierra Nevada to Granada. Your local guide will walk you through Alhambra Palace, considered the most beautiful palace built by the Moors. Walk trough amazing court yards and rooms. See the room where the Queen Isabella la Catolica gave the money that she got pawning her jewelry to Christopher Columbus so he could go and search for the new route to China. Then continue to Generalife Gardens, an amazing park with numerous fountains. Then visit the Cathedral. Later on continue to Seville.

Day-5. SEVILLE:
Guided city tour of this magnificent place. The city sits well inland, but a mere 6 meters above sea level. Throughout history Seville was an important sea port. It was from Seville that Ferdinand Magellan obtained ships for his circumnavigation. Much of the Spanish Empire's silver from the New World came to Europe in the Spanish treasure fleets that landed in Seville. Visit the Cathedral and the famous La Giralda, the Royal Castle-the Alcazar and walk through the Jewish Quarter. In the evening enjoy a Flamenco Show.

Day-6. SEVILLE - MADRID:
Take a speedy train to Madrid. Upon arrival go for a walking tour along Gran Via, the main artery of this great city. Walk to Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and the Opera. Have a soft drink at Cafe Orient and enjoy the view of the Royal Palace and life as it goes by.

Day-7. MADRID:
Start with a guided city tour. See/Visit: Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol, Gateway to the Sun, kilometer zero from which all the country's road distances are measured, the Opera, and the beautiful parks and plazas. Continue on to, Plaza de la Villa, Basilica de San Miguel, Capilla del Obispo, the only Gothic temple in Madrid and Palacio Real. Then visit the famous Prado Museum, housing masterpieces by Velasquez, Goya, Murillo, Ribera and much, much more.

Day-8. MADRID - BARCELONA:
Early morning departure for Barcelona. Upon arrival, you will have a guided city tour of the capital of Catalonia: the Gothic Quarter, the former fortified Roman village with its many Gothic monuments, the Cathedral dating from the 14th and 15th century, Plaza de Rei, Ribera Quarter, the wonderful Church of the Sacred Family (inside visit) and Columbus Lookout, a 50 meter iron column supporting a statue of the discoverer of the Americas.

Day-9. SITGES - BARCELONA:
Free time in Sitges to explore this seaside town with its sandy beaches, or return to Barcelona for an exciting walk along La Rambla, Montjuic Hill and Guell Park, the main playground of the city.

Day-10. DEPARTURE:
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

PACKAGE PRICE:
DISCOUNTED PRICE FOR STUDENTS:
$ 3099.00 per person in triple accomm. Minimum one adult to 6 students.

$ 3499.00 per person in double accomm.

Reserve your space before winter for only $500!

TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE OR FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALL US 303-200-0622 or email us at info@spanishisfun.net

PRICE IS BASED ON 20 PAYING PARTICIPANTS AND
YOUR OWN BUS + TOUR DIRECTOR!

All inclusive insurance which includes cancellation, baggage, trip interruption and full medical insurance will be added to your first payment. Price for students $192.00. Adults based on age.
If your group or any individuals from your group do not accept this insurance, the group leader must inform Mariden in writing.

PACKAGE FEATURES:
Round trip air fare
8 nights in centrally located or beach hotels
8 European buffet breakfasts
8 dinners (three courses / two choices)
Tour of: Seville, Gibraltar, Madrid, and Barcelona
4 additional walking tours
All transfers as per program
Entrances to: St. Michael Cave, Giralda, Alcazar, Royal Palace and Sagrada Familia.
Flamenco evening
Mariden Tour Director 24/7
NO MEMBERSHIP FEE
NO WEEKEND FLIGHT CHARGES

If the number of paying participants will fluctuate, the price will fluctuate as well.
We match our competitor's cash stipend.

Adult surcharge:
triple accomm: $30.00 per person/night
double accomm: $50.00 per person/night
single accomm: $90.00 per person/night
Payment Policy:
Down payment:$ 500.00
Second payment: 50% of the total price
Balance: 100 days prior to departure

NOT INCLUDED:
Airport taxes, fuel surcharge (approx. $350.00 per person)
Gratuities - optional (approx. $40.00 per person) Lunches, Drinks, Local transportation.

Program price may be subject to change due to changes in airfare prices and exchange rates.