Barcelona Sightseeing |
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| A full day excursion to the
capital of Catalonia taking in
the most important sights such as Gaudi´s famous
unfinished church the "Sagrada Familia",
the "Pedrera" and other examples
of modern architecture. Wel also pass along the
principal streets and roads of the city taking in
the "Plaza de España", Columbus
monument and Bull fight arena. Includes
stops on the mountain of Montjuich with its panoramic
views of the city, the port and the possibility
to visit "El Pueblo Español" –
a taste of Spain with its many
reconstructions of famous buildings (entrance fee
not included). Then on to "Las Ramblas"
where you will have some free time to either shop
or just stroll along soaking up the street’s atmosphere
so unique to Spain with the flower
sellers, the bird stalls and a thousand other activities
all taking place at once. |
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Barcelona Olympic |
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| Take this full day excursion
with us to the capital of Catalonia
and discover the Barcelona of the
1992 Olympic games.We stop at the
newly developed area of the city, built especially
for the games, where we can visit the Olympic
Village – once home to all the athletes.
Afterwards we continue through the city until reaching
the Stadium, then onto the National
museum, the palace of Sant Jordi
and the mountain of Montjuich –
with the fabulous panoramic views of the city. From
here we carry on to "Las Ramblas"
with free time to either shop or visit the nearby
Gothic cathedral. To end the excursion we will visit the
stadium of FC Barcelona "Camp Nou"
and the museum with its vast display of cups won
over the years. |
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Barcelona
Montserrat |
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| First stop on this combined
excursion is the Montserrat monastery
– spiritual heart of Catalonia.
You can visit the interior and kiss the Black
Madonna – said to bring luck. Afterwards
we head for Barcelona and take
a tour through this capital city and all the main
sights such as the "Sagrada Familia",
"Las Ramblas" and the mountain of Montjuich.
There will be some free time to allow shopping. |
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Barcelona bullfight
and colored fountains |
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| Sunday afternoon excursion
to the Barcelona bullfight arena
- the "Monumental". Before we enter
the arena though you will have time to make a short
sightseeing tour of the Catalan capital,
taking in the main and most important sights such
as the Plaza de España, the Olympic
stadium and "Las Ramblas".
Afterwards to end the evening we´ll go to the Montjuich
mountain where we’ll see the fabulous show of lights
and music of the colored fountains - famous throughout
the world. |
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Barcelona with Aquarium and Colored
fountains of Montjuich |
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| First stop on this afternoon
excursion to the capital of Catalonia
is to the recently opened Aquarium
in the port of Barcelona. Stroll
pass the many different types of displays with other
7000 fish and numerous different types of species.
You can also pass through underwater tunnels whilst
admiring the sharks swimming above. Next we’ll make
a short trip of the actual city taking in the most
important and famous sights. Afterwards we’ll end
the excursion at the mountain of Montjuich
and the famous display of music and lights of the
colored fountains. |
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Costa Brava by Boat |
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| How better to discover the hidden
coves and bays of the "Wild Coast"
than by boat?. On this full day excursion we depart
from one of the largest fishing ports in north east
Spain and cruise along the coast
until Tossa – famous Roman village
dating from the 12th Century. Here your tour guide
will accompany you up to the top of the castle.
After a short stop of 1 hour we continue with the
boat until Sant Feliu de Guixols.
From here we rejoin the bus and pass through Playa
D`Aro – the millionaires playground of
Catalonia. To end the day we visit
a typical spainish "Bodega" with
wine and liqueur tasting. |
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Andorra |
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| In just one day we’ll visit one
of Europe’s smallest countries. The principality
of Andorra is an independent state
situated in the Pyrenees between
Spain and France and boasts some
of the most spectacular and beautiful mountain scenery
anywhere. It’s also one of the last tax free havens
of Europe -so shoppers beware!. As we will be crossing
international borders don’t forget your passport.
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Girona Dalí museum |
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| On this excursion we’ll visit
the inland area of Catalonia. First
a stop at the capital town of the province – Girona,
where we’ll visit the Cathedral
and old Jewish quarter. This interesting
town is still relatively unknown throughout Europe
and maintains a lot of its culture and customs,
as you will discover passing through the narrow
streets and alleys. Afterwards we’ll go to Figueras
the home of one of Spain’s most
famous artists - Salvador Dalí
and visit his museum with its surrealistic ark works. |
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Rupit |
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| A full day trip to the unknown
Catalonia of medieval towns and
villages. Beginning our journey through the lowlands
behind the coast we’ll pass through Sils and Amers
before arriving in the town of Rupit.
With a stop of 1 hour you’ll be able to explore
on foot the marvels that this medieval town has
to offer. Then we’ll continue on to "Nostra
Senyora de Far", a beacon from which one
can admire the amazing panoramic views. Afterwards
we’ll visit a typical Catalan restaurant
and enjoy a lunch of locally produced food with
wine and liqueurs included. Returning back to our
place of departure we’ll arrive at Besalú
- national monument of historical importance. |
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Marineland |
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| Ideal theme park and marine zoo
for all the family to enjoy. Set in over 50.000
m2 of parkland you can enjoy the Dolphin
display, the sealions, the birds of prey
and the Parrots with their amazing tricks. There’s
also a small reptile area with snakes and lizards.
Getting too hot ? then head for the aquatic
park with water slides, swimming pool and children’s
play area. Perfect for cooling off. With restaurants,
bars, ice cream shops and more you’re guaranteed
an enjoyment full day out. |
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Waterworld |
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| A day full of fun amongst one of Europe’s
largest water parks. Set in Pine forests and open
spaces the list of attractions is endless - water
slides, kamikazes, "Wild river", swimming pool with
waves, therapeutic pool and the newest attraction
unique in Europe – the 250 m long Water Mountain.
On this ride you’ll go down a steep hill though
50m of tunnel all the time whilst sitting on a small
rubber boat. Definitely not to be missed. With bars,
restaurants, snack-bars and picnic area this is
surely a great place for everyone. |
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Medieval Castle |
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| During this evening excursion
we’ll go back in time to the age of knights on horseback.
After being greeted by the Count of the castle you
will be served a banquet of roast chicken whilst
admiring the amazing sword fights and horsemanship
all taking place in front of you and just like 500
years before, there are no knives and forks, just
fingers! Wine and soft drinks also included. Afterwards
to the great hall for a display of flamenco dancing
and then to end the night a disco. |
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Noche Española "La Masia" |
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| Evening excursion set in a spainish
Hacienda (farm house) dating from 1736. Whilst eating
a typical Catalan meal of toasted bread, tomatoes
and "Ali-oli" - local garlic sauce - sausages and
chops, you will be treated to a spectacular display
of spainish dancing, ballet and the world famous
"La Tuna", student groups who in their summer holidays
play to the tourists in the coastal resorts to earn
money to pay for their studies. To end the evening
Big Band orchestra and dancing. |
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