Day 1:
(Sun.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2:
Arrival in Madrid, Spain. (Mon.) Time to rest or to start exploring the Spanish capital. At 6 p.m. meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and have a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 3:
Madrid. (Tue.) The capital since 1561, Madrid today is a strikingly modern city, the showcase of a country resolutely projected towards the future. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide takes you to Plaza de España with its monument to Cervantes, the Parliament, Cibeles Fountain, elegant Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Castellana. Then the highlight: a visit to the palatial PRADO MUSEUM with its priceless art treasures. The afternoon is at leisure. An optional excursion to El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen can be arranged. (BB)

Day 4:
Madrid–Segovia–Salamanca. (Wed.) Cross the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama on the way to Segovia, famous for its Alcazar and the 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct. Stop for pictures of walled Avila, where St. Theresa founded the Order of Carmelites. Overnight in Salamanca, whose baroque Plaza Mayor is one of the country’s grandest squares. (BB,D)

Day 5:
Salamanca–Fatima, Portugal–Lisbon. (Thu.) Enjoy the majestic scenery of the Serra da Estrela mountain range during your morning drive into Portugal. In Fatima, visit the SANCTUARY of OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY, before continuing to Lisbon. (BB)

Day 6:
Lisbon. (Fri.) Portugal’s imperial ambitions date back to Prince Henry the Navigator’s 15th-century discoveries in West Africa and did not subside until the 1970s. Guided sightseeing includes two Manueline jewels: Belem Tower, guarding the estuary of the Tagus River, and JERONIMOS MONASTERY with the tomb of Vasco da Gama. Drive past the Bull Ring to Pombal Statue and along the grand Avenida da Liberdade. Enjoy a walk through the cobbled alleys of ALFAMA, the quarter of the seamen. This evening why not sign up for an optional dinner with Fado-style entertainment? (BB)

Day 7:
Lisbon–Seville, Spain. (Sat.) Enjoy a scenic drive through the Algarve and reach the vibrant capital of Andalusia. During your guided afternoon sightseeing hear about the city’s role in Roman times, its conquest by the Moors in 712, and its contribution to the discovery of the New World. Admire MARIA LUISA PARK. Drive to the Plaza de España and the fine baroque building, which is now the university but used to be the tobacco factory of Carmen fame. Visit the CATHEDRAL with Columbus' tomb, the world's largest Gothic edifice. Then stroll through the charming SANTA CRUZ QUARTER . (BB,D)

Day 8:
At Leisure in Seville. (Sun.) All day at leisure with lots of things to do. Your Tour Director will have suggestions how to spend your time. For a truly Andalusian night out reserve a seat at our optional flamenco show. (BB)

Day 9:
Seville–Tangier, Morocco. (Mon.) Through the sherry wine region of Jerez to Algeciras. Board your FERRY and sail across the Straits of Gibraltar to Africa. In Tangier, jumping off point for the Moorish conquest of Spain and home town of the legendary medieval traveler Ibn Batuta, sightseeing with a Local Guide features a picture stop at the Sultan’s palace and a panoramic drive to CAP SPARTEL, where you will quench your thirst Bedouin-style with a glass of hot mint tea. Time to explore this fascinating city on your own. (BB,D)

Day 10:
Tangier–Torremolinos, Spain. (Tue.) Visit Tangier’s colorful GRAND SOCCO market and explore the narrow streets of the Casbah. Then return by FERRY across the Straits to the Bay of Algeciras. The vistas of the Rock of Gibraltar are spectacular! Then drive to your hotel in Torremolinos along the elegant Costa del Sol. (BB)

Day 11:
At Leisure in Torremolinos. (Wed.) A day at leisure to browse through the trendy boutiques. You may want to join an optional excursion to the rock fortress of Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704. (BB)

Day 12:
Torremolinos–Granada. (Thu.) Into the mountains to history-steeped Granada. Visit its main attraction, the ALHAMBRA, with a Local Guide. A fantasy of “lace in stone” surrounded by arabesque gardens and fountains, it affords superb views of the Old Quarter and Sacromonte, a mountain occupied by gypsy cave dwellers. Amble through the magnificent WATER GARDENS OF THE GENERALIFE, the royal summer residence. Afternoon at leisure. (BB,D)

Day 13:
Granada–Toledo–Madrid. (Fri.) Drive through the olive and orange groves of the rolling Andalusian hills and later the more barren landscapes of Don Quixote’s La Mancha to Toledo, spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the Tagus River. A Local Guide takes you to the Moorish bridge, an early SYNAGOGUE, the 13th-century GOTHIC CATHEDRAL, and the church of SANTO TOMÉ with one of El Greco’s most famous paintings. Also time to visit a DAMASCENE STEEL WORKSHOP before returning to Madrid. Tonight why not join an optional farewell dinner outing? (BB)

Day 14:
(Sat.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (BB)

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Price Details US Single room supplement: $504 (1105-1224), $539 Triple room reduction per person: $38 Extra nights per person in Madrid: in single room $145; in twin room $90; in triple room $83 2008 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be available in Oct. 2007. Related Tours ZW|This vacation is offered after the winter season (after April) with an altered itinerary.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

Avoid the single room supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!

Book a group of 10 or more and one travels FREE!

*Book a group of 10 or more members on any 2009 Globus, Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon group benefit eligible vacation to receive the one free (land only) offer. To qualify, group must be booked and under deposit between October 17 and February 28, 2009, for travel commencing by December 31, 2009. Applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer excludes tour vacations with cruises of three or more nights. Not combinable with other group incentives. Additional restrictions may apply.

Save $200 per couple on all 2009 Globus vacations

Travel is the one investment that still has a great return.

Get a world of returns for your investment with Globus. You’ll reap the benefits of the perfect itinerary reflecting more than 80 years of travel experience, including expert Tour Directors and Local Hosts who are unmatched in the industry. Our prices include well-appointed accommodations, some meals, VIP access to the must-see sights, a variety of unique transportation, baggage handling and Local Guides who deliver authentic local experiences and unique stories behind the world’s most remarkable destinations. No one in the industry brings so much value to the dollar today.

Book a 2009 Globus vacation between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009, and you will save $200 per couple on the land only price.*

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation and receive $100 off per person. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Save up to $400 per couple on 2009 Europe vacations

Whatever treasure you seek, Globus will unveil Europe’s most cherished masterpieces. From the famed Golden Coast in the Mediterranean, and the glorious beauty of France’s Châteaux Country, to the fairytale lands of Bavaria and the splendor of Italy’s grand cities, the possibilities are never ending when you travel with Globus. No matter which of our journeys you choose, we have the perfect way for you to enjoy Europe’s premier destinations all at a price you can afford.

$400 off per couple on the air-inclusive price of any 2009 Europe vacation.*

*Book a 2009 Globus Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $200 off per person offer. Land only bookings are eligible for the $100 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Save up to $400 per couple on Europe river cruises

If you are looking for a smart investment, Globus gives you a world of return. A river cruise with Globus is a fantastic value, since the price includes accommodations, local sightseeing, many meals, and complimentary wine with dinner, greatly minimizing both on-shore and onboard costs. It’s clear that a journey with Globus is an investment in yourself, one amazing experience at a time.

$400 off per stateroom on the air-inclusive price of any 2009 Europe river cruise.*

$200 off per stateroom on the land/cruise only price of any 2009 Europe river cruise.*

*Book a 2009 Globus Europe River Cruise air-inclusive vacation to receive the $200 off per person offer. Cruise-only bookings are eligible for the $100 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or any other offer except Journeys Club and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.