Spain and Andorra

A Shoppers Delight

Day 1 – Departure

Depart New York this evening for Barcelona, Spain.

Day 2 – Barcelona

Welcome to Barcelona. Upon arrival your tour representative will greet you. After checking in at the hotel and time to freshen up, meet with your Learning Through Travel guide for an orientation tour of the city. Visit “The hill of Montjuich” and the 1992 Olympic Games area. At the Harbor you have time for lunch at one of the wonderful restaurants. A welcome Buffet dinner is served at the hotel this evening. 

Day 3 – Barcelona

Begin your tour of Barcelona with a walking tour of the Gothic quarter, one of the oldest and most interesting parts of Barcelona. The square of Sant Jaume was the Forum at the time of Roman occupation, and there are many remains of old fortifications still to be seen, such as the portal of "Plaça Nova". The historic center of the Gothic Quarter is the Plaza del Rei, bounded by the Palau Reial Major, a 13th century building which houses the Saló del Tinell, home of the Catalan monarchs, and the gothic chapel of Santa Àgata (14th century). The Palau del Lloctinent, the Palau Clariana-Padellàs and the home of the Museum d'Història de la Ciutat complete the nucleus of buildings. Another focal point of the Gothic Quarter is the area around the Cathedral, with the Romanesque church of Santa Llúcia. There is time for lunch, to explore the shops and Las Ramblas. In the afternoon continue to the La Famila Sagrada designed by Antonio Gaudi. The unfinished church is a symbolic structure. The four towers represent the 12 Apostles and the dome crowning the apse is the symbol of the Virgin Mary. Continue to the World Heritage site of Casa Mila, also designed by Antonio Gaudi this is an abstract structure with a fantastic display of chimneys.  Before you return to the hotel visit Guell Park.

Day 4 - Barcelona

Today is at your leisure to explore the city or take an optional tour to Montserrat, a famous mountain sanctuary, monastery and spiritual community. Along with Santiago de Compostela and Zaragoza, Montserrat ranks as one of the most important and famous pilgrimage sites in Spain. Here you find the black Madonna of Montserrat. The small wooden statue of La Moreneta (the Dark Maiden) is the soul of the town. It is said to have been created by St. Luke and brought to Montserrat by St. Peter in AD50. Centuries later is believed to have been hidden from the Moors in the nearby Santa Cova (Holy Grotto). The monks at the monastery spend their time praying and welcoming pilgrims. 

Day 5 – Barcelona – Andorra

Today leave Barcelona driving through the beautiful mountains to Andorra. Like Monaco it is a principality, situated at the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains, between Spain and France. Andorra is Duty Free and a shopper’s delight! In the winter it is a popular ski resort. Also home to the Caldea Spa, one of the most modern spas with thermal spring pools, massage treatments and facials. At your hotel you can enjoy the thermal springs. A gourmet dinner will be served at the hotel this evening. 

Day 6- Andorra

Today is at your leisure to enjoy shopping or the spa. Purchase electronics, 18karat gold, leather shoes and hand bags, cosmetics and many more items for a fraction of the original cost. This evening dinner will be at a special restaurant in the mountains.

Day 7 – Andorra

The morning is at your leisure before returning to Barcelona. In the evening enjoy a Tapas dinner at the Olympic Port.

Day 8 – Barcelona

Farewell to Spain as you transfer to the airport for your return. Arrive home, your heart and mind filled with many happy memories of Spain!

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• International Air New York/Barcelona//New York
  

• 4 nights accommodation in Barcelona at the Senator Hotel or similar
  

• 2 nights accommodation in Andorra at the Roc Blanc Hotel or similar
  

• 5 Breakfast, 6 Dinner
  

• All sightseeing  and entrance fees as per program
  

• English speaking guide throughout
  

• Hotel taxes and service charges
  

• Porterage of 1 piece of luggage
  

NOT INCLUDED

• U.S. Departure Tax and Airport Security fees.
  

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, soft drinks, coffee, tea, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, tips for drivers, guides, transfer personnel, optional tours, travel insurance, etc.
  

PLEASE NOTE ITINERARY SEQUENCE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.