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2012

the adventure begins Day 1 – 13 Oct 2012 (Saturday): Departure from Bangalore and Arrival at Madrid International Airport, followed by dinner, and then check-in to hotel. 10:25 Emirates EK 565 departs from Bangalore 20:20 Emirates EK 143 arrives into Madrid 21:30 Dinner @ Diwali Restaurant (2 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Main Course Dishes, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice Cream) Hotel: Amura Alcobendes (2 nights)

Day 2 – 14 Oct 2012 (Sunday): After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for a highlights city tour discovering Madrid. Post the city tour, we head to the Warner Bros

Theme Park. 07:30 Breakfast at Hotel 09:00 Departure for City Tour 11:00 Warner Bros Theme Park 13:00 Lunch @ Warner Bros Theme Park (Salad, Pizza, and Soft Drink) 19:30 Dinner @ Diwali Restaurant (2 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice Cream) The Warner Bros theme park is divided into five themed areas. Access is along Hollywood Boulevard, the Mecca of film, and the home of stars and shops. Besides revealing the secrets behind the best special effects in film, the Movie World Studios area also offers incredible live shows. Action is guaranteed in the Superheroes World area, thanks to its impressive "The Vengeance of the Enigma" tower, and the huge loop-the-loops of “Superman/The Attraction of Steel". Young children can see their favourite cartoon characters at Cartoon Village, while the Old West Territory area takes you back to the Wild West, with huge, wooden roller coasters and wild waterfalls.

Day 3 – 15 Oct 2012 (Monday) After breakfast, we checkout and head for skiing lessons at Xanadu. Later, we make our way to Valencia, where we will be staying for 2 nights. 07:30 Breakfast at Hotel, and Check-out 09:30 Departure for Xanadu Shopping Centre 10:00 Skiing Lessons & Skiing (Skiing Equipment will be provided at venue) 13:00 Packed Indian Lunch (Veg Biryani, Yogurt, 1 Soft Drink and Water) 14:00 Departure for Valencia by Coach (4 hours) 19:30 Dinner @ Taj Mahal Restaurant (2 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice Cream) Hotel: Hotel Olympia Alboraya (2 nights) Madrid SnowZone is Spain’s only indoor ski slope, located at the Madrid Xanadú shopping centre. It has two very different runs, the main

one for experienced skiers and another for beginners. The controlled indoor temperature (-2ºC) means that there is always real snow in perfect condition for snow sports. Its modern system of lifts comprises and 4man chairlift and a draglift for the main piste, as well as a conveyor belt and a draglift for the beginners’ run.

Day 4 - 16 Oct 2012 (Tuesday) After enjoying a tour around the city of Valencia, we visit the Ciudad de los Artes y las Ciencas. 07:30 Breakfast at Hotel 09:00 Panaromic City tour of Valencia 11:00 Visit the Art Science Museum at Ciudad de los Artes y las Ciencas 13:30 Lunch @ Taj Mahal Restaurant (1 Starters, Raita, Papad, 2 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and 1 Soft Drink)

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14:30 Visit the Oceanográfico - the largest aquarium in Europe with over 500 marine species. 19:30 Dinner @ Taj Mahal Restaurant (2 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice Cream) Along an axis of just under two kilometres that was formerly the bed of the River Turia, this Art Science complex and an endless capacity for entertaining and stimulating the minds of its visitors. In its various buildings they can get to know different aspects of science, technology, nature, and art. The Oceanogràfic of the City of Arts and Sciences is the largest aquarium in Europe and contains representatives of the world’s main marine

ecosystems. Each building is identified with the following aquatic environments: the Mediterranean, Wetlands, Temperate and Tropical Seas, Oceans, the Antarctic, the Arctic, Islands, and the Red Sea, as well as the Dolphinarium with 24 million litres of water and a depth of 10.5 metres. The Underwater Restaurant and the Access Building which welcomes visitors stand out because of their spectacular roofs designed by Félix Candela.

Day 5 - 17 Oct 2012 (Wednesday) Today, we make our way to the charming city of Barcelona, where we take some Flamenco lessons and watch a Flamenco performance.

07:30 Breakfast at Hotel 08:30 Departure for Barcelona by Coach (4:00 hours) 13:00 Lunch @ Shanti India Restaurant (1 Starters, Raita, Papad, 2 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and 1 Soft Drink) 14:00 Panaromic tour of Barcelona 16:30 Flamenco Lesson and Performance 19:30 Dinner @ Shanti India Restaurant (1 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice cream) Hotel: Hotel Exe Parc de Valles (3 nights) Flamenco is a genre of music, song and dance from the region of Andulasia in Southern Spain, and is known for its energetic and staccato style.

Day 6 – 18 October 2012 (Thursday) Port Aventura park awaits, where we explore 6 fascinating worlds filled with rides, shows, shops and restaurants.

07:30 Breakfast at Hotel 08:30 Departure for Port Aventura by Coach (2:00 hours) 10:30 Visit the Port Aventura Theme Park 13:00 Lunch @ Port Aventura (Salad, Pizza and 1 Soft Drink) 15:30 Head to La Roca Village (1:30 hours) 20:00 Dinner @ Shanti India Restaurant (1 Starters, Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice cream) Barcelona Roca village is home to more than 90 international and domestic brands including Antonio Miro, Dolce & Gabbana, Farrutx, Loewe, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace and Villeroy & Boch.

Day 7 – 19 October 2012 (Friday) As the sun rises over the countryside you will take part in the preparation and inflation of your own balloon, an inspiring sight! Then, we visit the “jagged mountains” of Monserrat.

+ 06:00 Departure for Hot Air Balloon flight (picnic breakfast will be provided) 13:00 Lunch @ Shanti India Restaurant (1 Starters, Raita, Papad, 2 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and 1 Soft Drink) 14:00 Departure for Monserrat 19:00 Dinner @ Shanti India Restaurant (1 Starters,

11:30 Zaragoza Highlights Tour 13:00 Local Lunch 14:00 Continue to Madrid by Coach (4:00 hours) 18:00 Check in for flights back to Bangalore 22:10 Emirates EK 144 departs from Madrid 17:15 Emirates EK 566 arrives into Bangalore (21 October 2012)

Raita, Papad, 3 Mains, Dal , Rice, Naan / Roti, and Ice cream) Important Points to Remember: Flying up to an altitude of around 1500 meters in the hot air balloon, you will take in views of Catalonia's famous, jagged Monterrat Mountain (often referred to as ‘The Sleeping Dragon') and its stunning monastery, and the surrounding forests.

Clothing: Please carry a light jacket (as protection from unpredictable inclement weather), a cap and bring along your sneakers!

Day 8 – 20 October 2012 (Saturday)

Baggage: Please do not carry more than 1 checkin suitcase. Hand luggage should be 1 soft luggage (not suitcases) piece per person and of size that can fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead shelf.

Today, after breakfast, we travel back to India – hopefully, with great memories of our sizzling Spanish holiday. 07:00 Breakfast at Hotel 07:30 Departure for Zaragoza by Coach (4:00 hours)

Electric Plugs: Electricity supply is 220 volts throughout Spain with 2 pin wall sockets. Please bring along your own adapters, if required.

To stay in touch: Hotel Amura Alcobendes Avenida Valdelaparra (Zade Alcobendas), 2 28108 Alcobendas, Spain Tel: +34 917 87 45 45 Olympia Alboraya Calle Maestro Serrano, 3 Alboraya (Valencia) Tel: + 34 963 03 33 90 Hotel Exe Parc de Valles C/ Artesans 2-8, Barcelona - Cerdanyola del Vallés 08290 Tel: + 34 936 92 06 61