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Tourcy presents…
Spain & Morocco October 31 – November 12, 2020
For more information contact Tracy Wilson
Tourcy (812)781-0201
Book by May 01, 2020
& Save $100
Per Person
13 Days ● 18 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners
Book by May 01, 2020 & Save $100 Per Person: Double $4,499; Single $5,349; Triple $4,469
Double $4,399* Single $5,249; Triple $4,369
For bookings made after May 01, 2020 call for rates.
Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Evansville Regional Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers **Alternate gateways are available upon request. Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $315 per person
* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from EVV
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.)
Collette’s Flagship: Collette’s tours open the door to a world of amazing destinations. Marvel at must-see sights, sample regional cuisine, stay in centrally located hotels and connect with new and captivating cultures. These itineraries offer an inspiring and easy way to experience the world, where an expert guide takes care of all the details. 953488
Collette Experiences
Embark on a walking tour of Córdoba’s religious marvel, the Mezquita.
Stroll through the cobbled alleyways of the ancient Medina of Fes.
Must-See Inclusions
Visit the final resting place of the Catholic Monarchs at the Royal Chapel of Granada.
Explore Marrakech’s ancient El Bahia Palace.
Visit Chefchaouen, the “Blue City” of Morocco.
Culinary Inclusions
Enjoy a tour and tasting of sherry at a bodega.
Learn the secrets of paella in the region of Andalusia.
Savor traditional Moroccan fare at a family run riad.
Highlights: Madrid, Córdoba, Granada's Royal Chapel, Seville, Paella Demonstration, Flamenco Show, Jerez de la Frontera, Sherry Tasting, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Rabat, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Marrakech, El Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Choice on Tour, Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque
Day 1: Saturday, October 31, 2020 Overnight Flight Visit two continents
and enjoy a true taste of Spain and
Morocco’s centuries-old customs,
cuisine and colorful culture.
Day 2: Sunday, November 1, 2020 Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins Welcome to Madrid, Spain’s dynamic
capital city. Gather with new friends
tonight for an enjoyably charming
welcome dinner. (D)
Day 3: Monday, November 2, 2020 Madrid On a local-guided tour of
Madrid’s historic center, see the
Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, the
site of many an event since the 17th
century. Join a local expert to explore
the priceless masterpieces of the Prado
Museum, which opened in 1819 and
boasts the world's finest collection of
art by masters such as Velazquez and
Goya. Enjoy the rest of your day at
leisure to explore Madrid, or instead,
choose to purchase an optional tour to
magnificent Toledo, a 192 B.C.
UNESCO World Heritage Site on the
Tagus River. (B)
Day 4: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 Madrid - Córdoba - Granada Travel
to the extraordinary Moorish city of
Córdoba. Reduce travel time and
increase leisure time in Córdoba when
you choose to take the optional AVE
high-speed train! On arrival, embark
on a walking tour of the Mezquita
(UNESCO). Originally built as a
mosque, it was converted into the
city’s cathedral when the Christians
conquered the region in 1236. Stroll
the historic Jewish Quarter, and later,
travel along the peaceful Sierra
Nevada to Granada – the last great
capital of the Moors in Spain before it
fell to the Catholic monarchs in 1492.
(B, D)
Day 5: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Granada - Seville Join a local
expert for a tour of the Moorish-
influenced city of Granada. Explore
the city’s main sights and enjoy a visit
to the Royal Chapel. Get a glimpse of
what life was like when the Moors
occupied the city during a short walk
through the Albayzíin neighborhood,
full of rich color and the aroma of
spices. Later, arrive in Seville, Spain’s
cultural capital. (B)
Day 6: Thursday, November 5, 2020 Seville - Paella Demonstration - Flamenco - Seville Join a local expert
in discovering the city’s historic
Mudéjar architecture, and uncover the
intriguing myths, stories and legends
of Seville. Tour the Royal Alcázar*
(UNESCO) and walk through its
beautifully decorated courtyards
featuring columns and exquisite
plasterwork. Then, stroll the sprawling
and colorful Alcázar grounds to find
one glorious garden after another.
Next, see the Giralda Bell Tower and
the majestic Seville Cathedral
(UNESCO). Continue on to the
winding narrow streets, quaint
courtyards, bright flowers, and
whitewashed buildings of Barrio
Santa Cruz, the old Jewish Quarter of
Seville. At a local restaurant this
evening, learn the secrets of paella.
Then, take your reserved seats for an
authentic flamenco show (UNESCO)
featuring Seville’s top performers. (B,
D)
Day 7: Friday, November 6, 2020 Seville - Jerez de la Frontera - Tarifa - Tangier, Morocco Depart Seville and
journey to Spain’s sherry region. Stop
at a bodega in Jerez de la Frontera for
a tour and tasting before sitting down
for locally-curated tapas. After lunch,
head to Tarifa and board the high
speed ferry to the incredible continent
of Africa! A short ride across the
Strait of Gibraltar brings you to
Morocco and the city of Tangier.
Enjoy a free evening to explore this
revitalized seaside city. Take a stroll
along the oceanfront promenade, visit
the new marina, do some shopping in
the Medina, or simply enjoy the views
from any one of the city’s many
restaurants. (B, L)
Day 8: Saturday, November 7, 2020 Tangier - Chefchaouen - Fes Journey
from Tangier to Chefchaouen - the
“Blue City” of Morocco. Take in the
beauty of the surrounding mountains,
enhanced by the contrast of the
brightly painted Medina. Enjoy free
time to explore the famous indigo-
blue streets of this small town and
stop in one of the many handicraft
shops that are known for the wool
garments and woven blankets that are
unique to this region. This afternoon,
arrive in Fes (UNESCO). The “Mecca
of the West,” Fes has retained its
position as a religious capital of the
region. This evening, dine at a family
run riad in the Medina and taste
traditional Moroccan delights, the
recipes of which have been passed
down from generation to generation.
(B, D)
Day 9: Sunday, November 8, 2020 Fes Discover Fes, one of the holiest cities
in the world. Learn of its historical
importance as a center of government,
philosophy, medicine, and religion
during a fascinating panoramic tour
that includes the Medersa Bou Inania,
built in 1325. See the Jewish Quarter,
the city ramparts and the gates of the
Palace. Then, set out on a walking
tour in the Medina. Founded in the 9th
century, it is home to the world’s
oldest continuously functioning
university. Amid the cobbled
alleyways of this ancient market,
you’ll find donkeys and mules laden
with goods walking alongside buyers.
Spend time at the famous leather
tanneries that date back to the 11th
century and are considered to be
among the oldest tanneries in the
world. View the honeycomb of vats
exploding in brilliant colors. (B)
Day 10: Monday, November 9, 2020 Fes - Rabat - Marrakech This
morning, it’s off to Rabat, the capital
of Morocco, where you’ll visit the
Mausoleum of Mohammed V and
explore the Oudaya Kasbah. This
evening, arrive in the exotic city of
Marrakech. Choose to explore the city
by night during an optional excursion
to Jemaa el Fna, Marrakech’s main
square, complete with a horse and
carriage ride and a unique fusion
dining experience. (B)
Day 11: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Marrakech Explore Marrakech and its
ancient El Bahia Palace where you
will find a sentry of nesting storks
standing guard. Visit the vibrant and
historic Jewish Mellah and see the
majestic 12th-century Koutoubia
Mosque. Pass by the Royal Palace
during a tour of the ancient city wall.
Enter the 11th-century walled Medina
and enjoy time to mingle with locals
and artisans as you shop at the ancient
market. Then, it’s your choice! Visit
one of the most beautiful botanical
gardens in Morocco, Jardin Majorelle,
before venturing to the Berber
Museum -OR- visit the Yves Saint
Laurent Museum – a showcase of art,
fashion, and design by the iconic
Algerian designer. Tonight, an
unforgettable dining experience awaits
you behind the doors of an opulent
palace. (B, D)
Day 12: Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Marrakech - Casablanca This
morning, venture to Casablanca and
tour the Hassan II Mosque, a stunning
and impressive high-tech architectural
masterpiece. See the city by night on
your drive along the seashore to your
farewell dinner at Rick’s Café, the
legendary saloon from the film
Casablanca. (B, D)
Day 13: Thursday, November 12, 2020 Casablanca - Tour Ends Your
tour of two continents and two
countries with a rich, long-shared
history comes to a close today. (B)
Itinerary at a glance Day 1 Overnight Flight
Days 2, 3 Riu Plaza Espana, Madrid
Day 4 Catalonia Granada , Granada
Days 5, 6 Eurostars Torre Sevilla, Seville
Day 7 Hilton Tanger City Center Hotel , Tangier
Days 8, 9 Barcelo Fes Medina , Fes
Days 10, 11 Radisson Blu Marrakech Carre Eden , Marrakesh
Day 12 Movenpick Hotel Casablanca , Casablanca
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Experience It! Fes and the Medina Fes, the former capital of Morocco and one of the holiest cities in the world.
Here, time seems to stand still among its well-preserved buildings and deep
traditions. This is Moroccan culture at its most sincere, and the lifestyle here has
contributed greatly to Fes’ given title of a “cultural and spiritual center.” In the
Medina of Fes, discover one of the most historic towns of the Arab-Muslim
world. Its monumental buildings preserve the memory of the Idrisid dynasty that
ruled there from 789 to 808 A.D. To enter through the Blue Gate, Bab Boujeloud,
For important reservation information visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/953488. You can also find this information on your tour documents.
into the Medina, is to step inside a labyrinth of surprises. More than a thousand
years of Moroccan heritage has been preserved in this UNESCO World Heritage
site, where street vendors and buyers walk alongside goods-laden donkeys and
mules past ancient mosques, madrases and intricate carvings. This is Fes, another
world in the northwest of Morocco, inspiring, vibrant, and authentic.
Please Note: IDENTIFICATION Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity from date of return home. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.
Effective for travel after January 2021, all visitors who do not need a visa to enter Europe will be expected to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization, for a fee, when visiting a Schengen Area Country. To identify Schengen Area Countries and to complete the ETIAS application, please visit https://www.etiasvisa.com/
To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.
Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 p.m. Rooms may not be available prior to that time.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.
Coaches on this tour are not lavatory equipped. In this case, frequent stops are made during travel periods.
*Should the Royal Alcázar of Seville close for a government function, it will be replaced with a visit to the Seville Cathedral.
This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces, should be expected.
Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions.
Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.
A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. A second deposit of $1,500 per person is due by April 24, 2020. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of April 24, 2020 are based upon availability. Final payment due by September 01, 2020. Deposits are refundable up until May 01, 2020.
CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Sellers of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279
Optional Tours:
Madrid
Toledo $105 USD 11/02/2020
The ancient, medieval city of Toledo is a UNESCO World Heritage city with more than 100
monuments. You'll discover a glorious city filled with amazing medieval architecture. This
former capital of Spain (until 1560) has always been regarded as the city of three cultures
(Christian, Jewish and Islamic). Toledo offers one of the most comprehensive collections of
architecture in Spain: Arabian, Jewish, Mudéjar, Gothic, Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque.
Join a local expert on a walking tour into the past along Toledo’s cobblestone alleyways and
explore the historic city center, one of the largest in Spain. See the magnificent 13th-century
Gothic Cathedral, considered to be the magnum opus of the Gothic style in Spain. A highlight of
any visit to Toledo is seeing the famous paintings by the 16th-century master, El Greco. Toledo
was the setting for many of El Greco's artworks, and a tour highlight is a stop at the Church of
Santo Tome to view El Greco’s masterpiece painting, The Burial of Count Orgaz. Duration:
Approximately 5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is
included.
Marrakesh
Marrakech by Night
$95
USD
11/09/2020
Jemaa el Fna, the main square and market of Marrakech, comes alive at night. Your senses will
tingle as you walk through the square on a guided tour – smell the intoxicating culinary
creations from the food stalls and listen to the rhythms of local musicians and entertainers.
Storytellers often have crowds around them listening to ancient tales passed down from
generations. Enjoy time on your own to explore the square. Perhaps you will visit one of the
local fortune tellers to have your future told to you or listen to the hypnotic tunes of the snake
charmers. Later, enjoy a traditional dinner at a local restaurant off of the square and toast to your
evening in Marrakech. Duration: Approximately 3 hours. Please note a minimum of 5
passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Torremolinos
Ave High Speed Train - Madrid to
Cordoba
$165 USD 11/03/2020
Don’t feel like making the road trip from Madrid to Cordoba? Upgrade to a seat aboard the AVE
high-speed train. Sit back and relax as you travel at speeds upward of 120 miles per hour on a
luxurious and stylish ride that allows you even more free time in Cordoba. Stop for lunch before
joining the rest of the group for the afternoon tour. Duration: Approximately 4 hours. Please
note a minimum of 2 passengers is required.
This option must be purchased no later than 50 days prior to departure as it is required to secure rail tickets
in advance. This option cannot be purchased on tour.
Tickets are 2nd class rail tickets. The journey is roughly 2 hours in length and passengers should arrive in
Cordoba just after 11:00 AM. Guests will then be greeted by a transfer and driven (10 minutes) to the
entrance of the old town of Cordoba. Guests will have leisure time upon arrival to have lunch, enjoy
shopping or see additional sights on their own.
For more information visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/953488
The Collette Passport Club When you travel with Collette, you’re automatically enrolled as a member of Collette’s loyalty program, The Collette Passport Club. As a member of The Collette Passport Club, you will receive a $150 travel credit for each trip you take† along with other great travel benefits, fun gifts, and special recognition.
Our Worry-Free Travel Protection Plan Sometimes life happens, and your carefully-made plans have to change on the fly. With Collette’s worry-free Travel Protection Plan, you can cancel your trip for any reason right up until the day prior to departure and receive a full refund (less the cost of insurance). You’re also covered on tour – if you have to return home early, need medical assistance, are delayed on tour for more than 12 hours, or lose your baggage, you’re covered. This is just one of the ways we are with you at every step of the journey – even before it begins. Learn more at gocollette.com/guided-travel#no_worries_waiver
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† Full credit is valid for your next tour when travel is completed within 12 months of the original trip. $100 of the credit remains valid for travel within 13-24 months. Credit expires 24 months after the original trip.