Emirates 2019 - 2021 Worldwide Brochure

Welcome to Spain

Alhambra Fortress, Granada

Spain is a land of great diversity with attractions for all: splendid beaches, contemporary island resorts, magnificent mountains, majestic cities with historic hearts and whitewashed clifftop villages. An exotic and passionate culture of fiestas and flamenco, food adventures for the grazer or the gourmand and fascinating regional flavours thrive throughout this sun-kissed land. SPAIN Be there

Park Güell, Barcelona

At a glance Emirates gateways: Madrid Barajas Adolofo Suarez Airport Barcelona El Prat Airport Distance from airport to city centre: Madrid: 18 kilometres Barcelona: 13 kilometres Time zone: Summer: GMT +2 hours

Colours of Spain 11 days/10 nights – Rail tour

of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra Palace and its gardens. Day 9-10: Granada – Malaga (125 kilometres) You will be transferred to Malaga, which boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Visit top attractions, including the old palace fortress and its two rings of walls, and of course you can’t miss the Picasso Museum! Relax at its beaches, explore the coastal towns of Costa del Sol or extend your stay and enjoy day trips to the neighbouring Gibraltar or Tangier. Day 11: Malaga – Barcelona Transfer to Malaga train station for your train to Madrid Airport.

When to visit Temperatures are high during the summer months of July and August, as are the number of visitors who flock to Spain’s beaches. The southern coastal regions can enjoy sunshine well into October and November. Spring is also a good time to plan a visit. Winter: GMT +1 hour Currency: Euros (EUR) Languages: The official language is Spanish. English is spoken in the main tourist areas.

Experience Spain’s most enchanting, extraordinary natural beauty and rich Mediterranean culture. Day 1-3: Madrid Arrive in Madrid and transfer to your hotel. Over the next three days you may discover its unique architectural diversity and its most outstanding attractions, the nearby imperial city of Toledo and the most spectacular city of Segovia at your own pace. Madrid is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious tapas. Day 4-5: Madrid – Seville (535 kilometres) Travel to Seville by high-speed train, where you’ll see Seville Cathedral, the Maria Luisa Gardens and the colourful Santa Cruz Quarter. Day 6: Seville – Corodoba (143 kilometres) Discover the cultural, historical and religious gems of Cordoba with our optional excursions. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. Learn about the sites’ Islamic architecture and take an optional walking tour of ancient Carmona to admire breathtaking views from the hilltop. Day 7-8: Corodoba – Granada (202 kilometres) Continue your journey to Granada, renowned for the amazing architecture

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Pyrenees

Andorra

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Barcelona

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