Ankara Departure Spain Tour, 7 Nights

Meeting at the AJet Airlines check-in counter in the International Departures terminal of Ankara Esenboğa Airport 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Barcelona at 11:10 with AJet Airlines flight number VF607. Upon arrival at 14:25 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and has gained worldwide fame as the vibrant and enchanting capital of the Catalonia region. Bathed in the warm waters of the Mediterranean, this magnificent city offers a unique blend of history, art, culture, and entertainment. With its stunning architecture, colorful streets, delicious cuisine, and lively nightlife, Barcelona attracts millions of visitors each year. The city is like an open-air museum adorned with the unique works of Antoni Gaudi. During our city tour, we will see landmarks such as the La Sagrada Familia Church, the Cristof Colomb Statue, La Ramblas Street, the Spain and Catalunya Squares, the Andalusian Arena, and the Olympic Port.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish to can join the optional tour "The Magnificent Pearls of Northern Catalonia" (Girona & Figueras & Dali Museum & Park Guell & Gothic Quarter) for an additional fee of 120 Euro. Our first stop will be Girona. This historic city, located in the northeast of Catalonia and approximately 100 kilometers north of Barcelona, is famous for its medieval narrow streets, historical buildings, museums, churches, and walls. During our tour here, we will visit the Lion Statue, Cathedral Square, and the famous Jewish Quarter (El Call). After our tour, we will head towards the town of Figueras. Figueras is located to the northeast of Girona and is known as the birthplace of Salvador Dali. The city is closely associated with the life and works of the famous Spanish painter Salvador Dali. The most important tourist attraction in Figueres is the Salvador Dali Museum. Dali established this museum to leave something behind in his birthplace and to showcase his works. Today, this museum holds the largest collection of Dali's works and is referred to as Dali's greatest masterpiece since he designed every part of it.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will set off towards Valencia. Valencia, located on the eastern coast of Spain, is a city surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, blending history and modernity. As the third largest city in Spain, Valencia attracts visitors with its rich history, culture, and art. Upon our arrival, we will embark on a city tour that includes the City Hall, Gothic Cathedral, Arena, Arts and Sciences Museum, the Historic Market Mercado Central, and the Old Silk Exchange. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel, check into our rooms, and enjoy some free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After enjoying our breakfast at the hotel, we will set off towards Granada. Upon our arrival in Granada, our city tour will begin. Granada is a city rich in history and culture, located in the heart of the Andalusia region. It is famous for its historical heritage, music and dance, breathtaking views, and the Alhambra Palace. The city is one of Spain's leading tourist destinations, welcoming millions of visitors each year. During our city tour, we will see Gran Via Street, BibRambla and City Squares, Granada Cathedral (from the outside), the first university of Granada, Madraza, the Silk Bazaar, and the old Nasrid Caravanserai. After the tour, guests who wish can participate in the optional Grand Alhambra Palace Tour (80 Euro). Please note that there is a daily visitor limit at the Alhambra Palace, and our visit may be subject to availability, excluding the harem. We kindly request that you inform your agency of your participation in this tour during the reservation process. The Alhambra Palace, one of Granada's greatest treasures, is one of the most stunning and impressive examples of Andalusian Islamic architecture.

After enjoying an early breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Sevilla. Sevilla is a city renowned for its historical and cultural richness, located in the Andalusia region of Spain. During our city tour in Sevilla, we will first visit Maria Luisa Park, which includes Plaza de Espana, and Plaza America. We will also see the Sevilla Cathedral (from the outside), the third largest cathedral in the world, which houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Next to the cathedral stands the Giralda Minaret, the last remaining piece of the mosque that was built on the site of the Andalusian Umayyad State. The tour will also include the Alcazar (from the outside), the palace of the Castilian kings. Afterward, we will pass through the Archives of the Indies, where records of all maritime expeditions to the Americas up until the 19th century are kept, and reach the narrow streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, known as "old" Sevilla. At the end of our walk, we will see the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower), which was formerly a tobacco factory and now serves as a maritime museum, before heading to Ecija. Upon our arrival, our city tour will begin.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish to can participate in the optional extra tour of the Magnificent Cities (Cordoba & Mijas & Malaga) for 140 Euro. Cordoba is a historic city located in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is famous for its historical and cultural richness, impressive architecture, and structures that carry the traces of Andalusian Islamic culture. After a 1.5-hour journey, we will first be greeted by the Guadalquivir River in Cordoba. We will walk over the historic Roman bridge and enter the city through the Roman gate. Entering the 2000-year-old city, we will witness the grandeur of the Great Mosque of Cordoba, one of the largest mosques in the world, which stands on 850 columns, while receiving impressive information from our guide. After our tour of the Mosque, we will continue on foot to see the pristine old streets, the old inn reflecting the intricacies of Andalusian architecture, and the houses of Cordoba. Our second stop will be Mijas, a charming and traditional mountain village located in the Malaga province of the Andalusia region in southern Spain, famous for its whitewashed houses.

After enjoying our breakfast at the hotel, we will set off towards Madrid. Guests who wish can join the optional Grand Toledo Tour for an extra fee of 70 Euro. Located approximately 70 kilometers from Madrid, Toledo is a historic city that has hosted various cultures of the Iberian Peninsula, preserving the traces of Roman, Visigoth, Muslim, and Christian civilizations. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its magnificent medieval architecture and cultural heritage. During our tour in this open-air museum city, we will see the historic narrow streets, the oldest cathedral in Spain, Toledo Cathedral (from the outside), churches converted from Andalusian mosques, and many more wonders. After our tour, we will proceed to Madrid. Upon arrival, our city tour will begin. As the capital of Spain, Madrid is one of the most visited cities, rich in history and cultural wealth.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for the airport at the time determined by the guide. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will board AJet Airlines flight VF606, which departs at 15:25 for Ankara. We will arrive at 20:55 local time, marking the end of our tour.