GRAND SPAIN & ANDALUSIA & PORTUGAL TOUR 2027 WINTER (MAD-SVQ) PC

DAY 1                 ISTANBUL – MADRID

Meeting with our valued guests 3 hours before the flight time in front of the Pegasus Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Following the baggage and ticket procedures, we fly to Madrid on a scheduled Pegasus Airlines flight. Upon arrival, panoramic Madrid city tour. We begin with the large square known as Plaza Mayor. This square has 136 buildings and 437 balconies opening onto courtyards. In the past, bullfights and people burned by the Inquisition were watched from these balconies. The heart of the city, Puerta del Sol; the large square known as Plaza Mayor; Plaza de Oriente, where the Royal Palace addresses the public; the Alcala Gate, built as an entrance gate to demonstrate how wealthy the city was; Gran Via, impressive with its gallery-covered roofs; Plaza Colon; Cibeles Square and Fountain; and the Cervantes Monument are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, arrival at and check-in to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 2                 MADRID

Breakfast at the hotel in the morning, followed by free time. Guests who wish may join the Segovia & Avila & Outlet Tour (90 Euros), which will be organized as an extra excursion. On this tour, we will visit the cities of Segovia and Ávila, which have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. After passing through the city walls dating from the 11th century, we will visit the old city of Ávila, including the exterior of the cathedral and the Basilica of San Vicente, Plaza Mayor, and the birthplace of Santa Teresa de Jesús. After our tour, we depart for Segovia. We will see the enormous Roman aqueduct, the exterior of Segovia Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, and the Segovia Alcázar, a magnificent castle reminiscent of Snow White’s Castle in history. Following our tour, we will go to Las Rozas Village, known as the largest outlet in the region. After the free time provided for shopping here, we return to our hotel in Madrid. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 3                 MADRID – PORTO

We begin the day with breakfast at the hotel and then transfer to Porto. However, beforehand, guests who wish may join the Salamanca Tour (35€ per person), which our guide will organize as an extra excursion along the route. During our tour in Salamanca, located on the banks of the Tormes River, Plaza Mayor and the historic Monterrey Palace, which are included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, we continue our journey to Porto. Upon arrival, panoramic Porto city tour. During our tour, the historic buildings of the Rieira district overlooking the Douro River, Bolsa Palace, the Cathedral (Porto Cathedral), House Of The Prince, São Francisco Church, São Bento railway station, Ponte d Lous I Bridge, and the Douro River are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 4                 PORTO – LISBON

After breakfast, we set off for Lisbon. Guests who wish may join the Fatima & Nazare & Obidos Tour (60€ per person), which our guide will organize as an extra excursion along the route. We set off for Fatima, our first stop. This place, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three young shepherds in 1917 and gave them three secrets, is considered one of the largest pilgrimage and worship centers in Christianity. After Fatima, we head toward the ocean coast and the fishing town of Nazare, famous for its beach. It is impossible not to be impressed by the cliffs of Nazare, where the famous explorer Vasco da Gama came to pray before setting out on his long sea voyages. Later, we visit the medieval heritage town of Obidos, which has preserved its historic character and whose 12th-century walls are still standing, before departing for Lisbon. Upon arrival, panoramic Lisbon city tour. During our tour, Eduardo VII Park, Rossio Avenue, considered the heart of the city, the famous Liberdade Square, the Tagus River, São Jorge Castle, the Alfama District, the Alcantara District, Belem Tower, from where explorers were bid farewell, the Monument to the Discoveries in Belem, and Jerónimos Monastery are among the places to be seen. Then, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 5                 LISBON

Free time after breakfast. Guests who wish may join the Sintra & Cascais & Estoril & Cabo de Roca Tour (85€ per person), which will be organized as an extra excursion. After viewing the Sintra National Palace, the most important summer palace of the Portuguese monarchy, panoramically, the old fishing districts of the towns and the Cascais and Estoril coast, where summer houses are located, are among the places to be seen. Our final stop is Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of the European continent. Free time after the tour. Guests who wish may join the Fado Night (70€ per person), which our guide will organize as an optional activity. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 6                 LISBON – SEVILLE

After breakfast, we set off for Seville. Upon arrival, panoramic Seville city tour. In this city founded on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, we will take a panoramic tour of Plaza de España, the tobacco factory associated with Carmen, the Golden Tower, and the Jewish Quarter. We conclude our city tour with free time in front of Seville Cathedral. Guests who wish to spend the evening in an entertaining atmosphere may join the Flamenco Night (65€ per person), organized as an optional activity.

DAY 7                 SEVILLE

Free time after breakfast. Guests who wish may join the Granada & Alhambra Palace & Ronda Tour (110€ per person), which our guide will organize as an extra excursion. [The Alhambra Palace tour will take place subject to palace availability.] Our first stop on the tour is Granada. Places to be seen during the Granada city tour include Bib Lambra Square, the Christopher Columbus Monument, the City Hall, and the Cathedral (from the outside). Following our tour, we depart to visit the Alhambra Palace. The Alhambra, which accepts a limited number of visitors each day, was named Alhambra, meaning "Red," because red bricks were used on its walls and red tiles on its roof. After visiting the Alhambra Palace, a witness that has survived to the present day as one of the highest achievements of Islamic architecture, we begin our return journey to Seville; our final stop along the route is Ronda. On this tour, we will visit Ronda, considered the most interesting settlement in Spain in terms of its geographical location and one of Spain’s most beautiful towns due to its well-preserved historic structure. Ronda, where the first bullfights were initiated, is home to the Historic Roman Bridge and Spain’s oldest arena and museum, which are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 8                 SEVILLE – ISTANBUL   

After breakfast, transfer to Seville Airport depending on the flight time. Following completion of the baggage and check-in procedures, departure for Istanbul on a scheduled Pegasus Airlines flight. Arrival in Istanbul and the end of our tour.