WPTS-C:GTSPF

SPAIN, PORTUGAL AND FRANCE

DEPARTURE: OCT 24-08 NOV’2019

INCLUSIONS:
* Round-trip Airfare via EMIRATES
* Hotel accommodation based on 4 star hotels
* Daily Breakfast and dinner
* Sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary
* Entrances to most sights
* Services of a Filipino Tour Escort
* Souvenir Item
* Travel Kits
* Tour Briefing with snack
* XT Taxes
* Travel Tax
* Visa Fee
* Tips for Driver, Guide, etc.
* Travel Insurance (Up to 60 years old only)

EXCLUSIONS:
* Lunch, Beverages / Drinks
* Incidentals in hotels
* Travel Insurance (61-69 y/o = $10) (70-75 y/o = $20)

VISA REQUIREMENTS:
* Application Form
* Passport must be MORE THAN SIX (6) MONTHS VALID from the date of departure.
* 4 pcs of recent passport size pictures
* COE with Leave of Absence and Salary Declaration
* Bank Certificate & Bank Statement
* ITR (original / photocopy)
* Travel Insurance valid for 45 days
* Marriage Contract / Affidavit of Consent if not travelling with Spouse
* Birth Certificate
* Additional if self employed:
* Business Registration
* ITR of the Business
* Annual Declaration Income


ITINERARY:
DAY 01: MANILA LISBON
Departure Manila on board EMIRATES AIRLINES. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment.
DY 02: LISBON (D)
Arrival in Lisbon. Upon arrival, the group will be met by a local guide for a
brief orientation tour before heading to your hotel. Your informative local guide
will tell you about Portugal’s Restoration years and what effect this period had
on the places you will see during your tour. Your first visit -- the district of Belem.
Belem’s most famous features are the 16th-century Tower of Belem and the
Jerónimos Monastery. You’ll also see Monument to the Discoveries, erected in
1960 to honor the 500th anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator.
Afterwards, transfer to hotel for dinner and check in.
DAY 03: LISBON–FATIMA–OBIDOS–NAZARE–LISBON BD
After breakfast, head north on a day trip to the beautiful villages of Fátima, Nazaré
and Óbidos. Get comfortable in an air-conditioned vehicle as you start your
journey toward the town of Fátima, a once-sleepy rural village that became an
important pilgrimage site when three shepherd children reported apparitions
of the Virgin Mary in 1917. Visit the Sanctuary of Fatima, a basilica that honors
the apparition and attracts millions of Catholic pilgrims every year who go to pay
their respects to the shrine. Next, visit the 14th-century Batalha Monastery,
a UNESCO World Heritage Site that illustrates the rich artistic heritage of the
late 1300s. Discover the impressive royal burial site at the basilica’s Founder’s
Chapel, where King João I, Queen Philippa of Lancaster and their son Prince
Henry the Navigator were buried. Next, head to the Nazaré cliffs and continue
through the picturesque villages of Foz do Arelho and São Martinho do Porto.
Finally, make your way to the medieval village of Óbidos. Founded in 208 BC,
Óbidos is commonly known in Portugal as the 'wedding present town', as it was
a gift from King Dinis to Queen Isabel on their wedding day.
DAY 04: LISBON– MERIDA – SEVILLE (B/D)
After breakfast, early morning departure to Merida. The city of
Merida was political and cultural center of Hispania Rome. Merida was conquered
by the Muslims in 713 A.D. After a 500-year period of decline, the city was virtually abandoned until the 1500's. Visit the Roman Ruins, before heading to your final
destination for today. Upon arrival in Seville, then check in.
DAY 05: SEVILLE (B/D)
After breakfast leave your hotel for your full-day sightseeing tour
around spectacular Seville – the capital of Spain’s Andalucía region. The lavish
square in Maria Luisa Park – and learn of its creation for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition World’s Fair. As you travel, your guide will point out other top Seville
attractions like the Palace of San Telmo and Torre Del Oro – an eye-catching
building that once held precious metals from America. Continue through Seville’s
Santa Cruz quarter and you’ll soon understand why so many describe it as the city’s prettiest nei***orhood. Watch out for two UNESCO World Heritage-listed
attractions here – Royal Alcazar Palace (or Real Alcazar Palace as it's known in
Spain) and Seville Cathedral, then visit the Bullring of the Royal Maestranza
museum to explore at leisure. Dinner with Flamenco.
DAY 06: SEVILLE – CORDOBA – MADRID (B/D)
Early morning departure from your hotel and head to Cordoba. A
highlight of your tour of Cordoba is a visit to the Catholic cathedral, converted
from a mosque when the Christians conquered Cordoba in 1236. With nearly
1,000 pillars, the cathedral's original Gothic architecture is combined with
Baroque and Renaissance elements. You'll see the remarkable Cardinal's
Chapel and its treasures, including an ivory crucifix and important sculptures
and paintings. Next, you'll visit the old Jewish quarter, stepping back in time
to the era of the Romans and Goths. You will see one of the few synagogues
existing today in Spain, built in 1315, as well as many important monuments
to Cordoba's most important sons, including the Roman philosopher Seneca,
Arabian philosopher Averroes and the Jewish philosopher Maimonides. Then
head on to Madrid.
DAY 07: MADRID– TOLEDO - MADRID (B/D)
After breakfast, transfer to Toledo, for your sightseeing tour, travel southwest
to Toledo – an ancient UNESCO-listed city that is often considered as the
spiritual capital of Spain. Our guide will tell you about the ancient city and its
countless attractions. The journey takes roughly an hour, leaving you with a
good three hours in town to see the city highlights. Many attractions are clustered
around the Old Town, so head there first to see Catedral de Toledo – a Mudejar
and Renaissance building that represents the heart of Catholic in Spain. Then
after lunch back to Madrid for your shopping the whole afternoon, before you
proceed to the dinner, then back to hotel. Then after lunch back to Madrid for
your shopping the whole afternoon, before you proceed to the dinner, then back to hotel.
DAY 08: MADRID - BARCELONA (B/D)
You will discover that Madrid is a multifaceted city, from its Arab origins, through
to the heady nightlife of present-day Madrid. You will also have the opportunity
to explore Madrid by foot. In Madrid Rio, the city's newest area, enjoy a walk
from the Puente del Rey to the Puente de Segovia, and admire the beautiful
sights of the Royal Palace and its gardens. Later, discover the center of Madrid
as you walk from the Plaza de la Villa to the Plaza Mayor, while learning interesting
facts from your guide.
DAY 09: BARCELONA (B/D)
Discover the exuberance and beauty of Barcelona on a 4.5- hour morning tour
of this exquisite Catalan city. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour is the ideal
introduction to Barcelona's famous sights, including the Barcelona cathedral,
Gothic quarter, the Olympic Village (Vila Olimpica) and the beautiful Montjuic
castle. Sample a glass of cava at the Spanish Village (Poble Espanyol), then
take in aerial views of Barcelona's skyline and the city harbor from a cable car
(included). Then we set your afternoon free for shopping.
DAY 10: BARCELONA–ZARAGOZA–LOURDES (B/D)
Early morning departure from Barcelona and head to Lourdes. You will pass by
Zaragoza where you will get the chance to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the
Pillar. Afterwards, continue to Lourdes. Lourdes is a small market town lying in
the foothills of the Pyrenees, famous for the Marian apparitions of Our Lady of
Lourdes said to have occurred in 1858 to Bernadette Soubirous. Upon arrival
check in at your hotel.
DAY 11: LOURDES (B/D)
Visit the Sanctuary of our Lady of Lourdes, which is the area surrounding the
Grotto of Massabielle, where the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Lourdes) appeared
to the 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous 18 times in 1858. Bernadette went on
to be canonized as a saint in 1933. Famous for these apparitions, Lourdes
has become a major European pilgrimage site. Check out the Statue of the
Crowned Virgin Mary, which stands in the impressive Rosary Square, across
from the Rosary Basilica (Basilique Notre Dame du Rosaire). Another must-see
sight is the small spring inside the Grotto of Massabielle. Rest of the afternoon
is free at leisure before dinner.
DAY 12: LOURDES – CARCASSONE – AVIGNON (B/D)
Bid farewell to Lourdes as you head off to Avignon. En route, stop by Carcasonne,
a hilltop town in the Languedoc area which is famous for its citadel, la Cite, with
numerous towers and double-walled fortifications. Upon arrival check in.
DAY 13: AVIGNON – GORDES – NICE (B/D)
After breakfast, have a short sightseeing tour of Avignon which is often referred
to as the "City of Popes" because of the presence of popes and antipopes from
1309 to 1423 during the Catholic schism, it is currently the largest city and
capital of the département of Vaucluse. This is one of the few French cities to
have preserved its ramparts. In addition, its historic centre, the palace of the
popes, Rocher des Doms, and the bridge of Avignon are well-preserved. It was
classified a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Afterwards, head west and visit
one of the villages of Luberon, Gordes. Spend some time in this lovely village,
before heading to Nice.
DAY 14: NICE– MONACO – MONTECARLO – NICE (B/D)
Board your coach and enjoy a scenic drive to the glamorous Principality of
Monaco you'll enjoy panoramic views of Villefranche over Cap Ferrat, the Bay
of Billionaires and its famous villas. The drive along the Lower Corniche takes
you to the Old Town of Monte Carlo, where you will have free time (45 minutes)
to visit the palace (open June–Oct), cathedral, stunning gardens and see the
changing of the Palace Guards at 11:55am (morning tour only). Continue your
tour of the principality by following the Formula One Grand Prix circuit. Stop to
see the luxurious Monte Carlo casino, mega yachts and chic boutiques. Also
get the chance to know about the process of creating the parfum as you visit
Fragonard in Eze.
DAY 15: NICE – MANILA (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila.
DAY 16: ARRIVAL MANILA
Arrive Manila. Home sweet home!!!

RATES AND BOOKING CONDITIONS:
* A Deposit of US$ 350.00 per person is required and NON-refundable.
* Full payment should be made at least 30 days prior to departure
* Cancelled made after issuance of visa will automatically forfeit dep.
* Cancellation made 30 days before dep. will automatically forfeit the payment
* This tour will run with a min. 30 passengers. If we are unable to meet the min. number of pax, rates will apply as below:
Min 30 pax = $3,820
Min 25 pax = $3,920
Min 20 pax = $4,120
Min 15 pax = $4,320

For Booking Transaction, please contact:
Mr. Whilly L. Panis
Landline: 027019108
Globe: +639669712977
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#177 Inang Maria St., Tuazon Subd, Pamplona 1, Las Pinas City, Philippines 1740
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