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BARCELONA

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Step into a colourful land of contrasts where dreams come true… To help you make the most of your vacation, Transat has arranged a varied program of exciting excursions. This booklet contains information on some of the excursions available, as well as additional information on money matters, shopping and the like. As we strive to offer the best possible value, we carefully evaluate each excursion to ensure it meets our high standards. Therefore, we reserve the right to cancel any excursion which does not provide the utmost satisfaction and similarly we may also vary the itinerary or add new ones as they become available.

2016 • 2017 EXCURSIONS 6 Barcelona Highlights Artistic Barcelona: Gaudí & Modernism Tour Highlights & Artistic Barcelona Montserrat 7 Montserrat & Artistic Barcelona Tour Girona - Figueres & Dalí Tour Tablao Cordobes Flamenco Show Hop-On Hop-Off 8 Barcelona Football Club Costa Brava & Medieval Villages Wines & Cavas Gothic Walking Tour 9 Modernism Walking Tour Gourmet Walking Tour Picasso Walking Tour Sagrada Familia - Skip the Line 10 Barcelona Scooter Tour Palacio del Flamenco Tapas Evening Walking Tour Dinner Dance Show 11 Literary Walking Tour: The Ghost of Barcelona Literary Walking Tour: The Shadow of the Wind 12 Literary Walking Tour: The Cathedral of the Sea

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GOOD TO KNOW FOOD & DRINK

BANKS

Lunch, which is the largest of the three meals, is served from 1 to 4 pm and dinner from 9 to 11 pm. Nightclubs rarely get going before 2 am.

Banks are open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 or 9 am to 1 or 2 pm and, in large cities, from 4 or 5 to 8 pm In smaller towns and during the summer, banks are closed on Saturday. It’s generally not a good idea to use banks located near monuments or tourist sites. ATMs can be found throughout Barcelona.

Meal times differ from those in Canada, except in some resort areas.

SHOPPING

Stores usually run from 9:30 or 10 am to 1:30 or 2 pm and from 5 pm to 8 or 9 pm. Most department stores are open all day. Stores are closed all day Sunday and some also close on Saturday afternoons.

TAXIS

The local currency is the Euro (€)

TIPPING

Tip is not included on the bill. Although not obligatory, it is customary to leave 10% of the total.

Minimum fare: E2.05 The taxi service in Barcelona operates two fares: T-1 applies on weekdays between 8 am and 8 pm in the Greater Barcelona area. T-2 applies weekday evenings between 8 pm and 8 am and 24 hours a day on Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays in the Greater Barcelona area.

SUBWAY

The Barcelona Metro is made up of five lines (L1, L2, L3, L4 and L5) and the FGC (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat), which includes three additional lines (L6, L7 and L8). The metro operates as follows: Sunday to Thursday: 5 am – midnight Friday: 5 – 2 am Saturday: Continuous service Public Holidays: 5 am – midnight

DESTINATION REPRESENTATIVES IN SPAIN Our destination representatives are always ready to assist you! You’ll find the number for our 24-hour help line in the binder at the Transat desk or on the information sheet you received upon your arrival in Spain. We will be glad to help you!

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Extremadura

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Valdepeñas

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Linares

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Elda Alicante

Andalucía

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Almería

Ibiza Cabrera Formentera

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Cartagena

Granada

Palma

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Lorca

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Morón de la Frontera

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Jaén

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DESTINATIONS BARCELONA

Spain’s most popular city is a tantalizing blend of old and new. It features everything from Gothic architecture to Gaudí’s Art Nouveau masterpieces and 21st century buildings. Scattered in between you’ll find bustling bars, lively restaurants and fabulous shopping. Did we mention gorgeous beaches and majestic mountains?

MUST-SEES

› Sagrada Familia › Parc Güell › Barri Gotic › La Rambla › Barceloneta Beach (for the atmosphere) › Montjuïc

GIRONA

This northern gem offers all the history, excitement and culture of Barcelona, on a smaller scale. Visitors can expect awe-inspiring architecture, Roman ruins, an amazing restaurant scene, a walled old quarter and a superb cathedral.

MUST-SEES

› Sant Feliu › Plaça de la Independència › Barri Vell › Banys Àrabs › Museu del Cinema › Passeig Arqueològic

COSTA BRAVA

Home to long stretches of golden beaches, intimate coves, stunning Roman ruins, spectacular nature reserves and landscapes dotted with vineyards and olive groves, the Costa Brava is a mosaic of sensations, sights and sounds that reflect the history of a culture.

MUST-SEES

› Dalí Museum › Cadaqués › Pubol › Tossa del Mar’s Old Town › Cap de Creus Natural Park › Sant Pere de Rodes

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EXCURSIONS BARCELONA HIGHLIGHTS

ARTISTIC BARCELONA: GAUDÍ & MODERNISM TOUR

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Enjoy a sightseeing tour of vibrant Barcelona. Explore Plaça de Catalunya, Via Laietana, the Gothic district, Cathedral and Plaça de Sant Jaume, home of the Generalitat of Catalonia and City Hall. Continue to the Olympic Village and Harbour to admire the Columbus Monument in honour of Christopher Columbus’ first voyage to America. Then continue up to Montjuïc by cable car to enjoy a panoramic view from the top of the Olympic Stadium, Palau Sant Jordi and the Calatrava Tower. Admire reproductions of the various architectural styles of Spain and taste Catalan sparkling wine during a tour of the Poble Espanyol open-air museum, known as the Spanish Village.

Tour Barcelona, the capital of Catalan Art Nouveau, where the famous architect, Antoní Gaudí, lived and worked. Stop at Güell Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site designed by Gaudí. From the outside, see the Basilica and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family (Sagrada Familia), Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Then our tour continues to Paseo de Gracia to see Gaudi’s famous apartment buildings (façades) like Casa Milà (La Pedrera) and Casa Batlló. The tour ends at Casa Batlló, Paseo de Gracia 43.

HIGHLIGHTS & ARTISTIC BARCELONA

MONTSERRAT

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This tour combines both the Highlights and Artistic Barcelona tours, with or without lunch.

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Drive through small picturesque villages on your way to the majestic mountain of Montserrat, rising 4,051 feet (1,235 metres) above ground. Continue with a visit to the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites for hundreds of years, and see the 12th century Romanesque sculpture of the black Virgin of Montserrat, also known as la Moreneta. You might even be fortunate enough to hear one of the delightful midday performances of the children’s choir (except in July and August).

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EXCURSIONS MONTSERRAT & ARTISTIC BARCELONA TOUR

GIRONA - FIGUERES & DALÍ TOUR

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This is a combination of both the “MONTSERRAT & ARTISTIC BARCELONA” tours. Lunch is not included.

Tour two major towns in northern Catalonia. See Figueres, birthplace of Salvador Dalí, and visit the Dalí Theatre and Museum and Dalí-Joies jewel exhibition. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Girona, home to one of  Europe’s best-preserved Jewish quarters.

TABLAO CORDOBES FLAMENCO SHOW

HOP-ON HOP-OFF

TICKET & DINNER

1 DAY - APPROX. 2 HOURS PER ROUTE

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Savour authentic local cuisine during a buffet-style dinner-show at the Tablao Cordobes, known since 1970 as one of the most genuine entertainment restaurants in Barcelona. Let the city’s most outstanding flamenco artists captivate you with their live dance performances. Transportation not included. Ticket only also available.

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Hop on the double-decker tourist bus and discover Barcelona at your own pace! Travel the east-bound or west-bound route. With the same ticket, you can get on and off all day long, change route and learn about the history of the city in several languages through an audio system with earphones. Use the provided city guide and map to discover all the stops and available discounts at different establishments. The buses are accessible to people with limited mobility, equipped with an electric sliding roof in case of rain and attendants are always on board.

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EXCURSIONS BARCELONA FOOTBALL CLUB

COSTA BRAVA & MEDIEVAL VILLAGES

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This Camp Nou tour is the best way to get to know the Barcelona Football Club, commonly known as Barça. Get a first-hand look at the day-to-day lives of club members and feel the magic of a five-star venue. Follow in the footsteps of historic players like Kubala, Cruyff, Maradona, Guardiola and Ronaldinho. See the president’s box, the press area and the changing room. Walk down the tunnel and onto the pitch where you can enjoy a panoramic view. Also visit the Club Museum where you can admire personal belongings of the stars that have helped make the Barcelona Football Club what it is today. Transportation not included.

Take off on a tour of Costa Brava. Stop at Lloret de Mar to embark on a 45-minute cruise for spectacular views of the craggy cliffs along the shore and the multitude of hidden coves, or calas. Stop at Tossa de Mar, an ancient fishing village. Spend your free time visiting a medieval castle and the Old Town’s narrow and bustling streets filled with shops and restaurants. Or relax on the beach surrounded by the beautiful scenery and take in views of the castle. Continue to Pals, a stunning example of a Catalonian medieval village dating from 889 AD. After lunch in Pals, travel to La Bisbal d’Emporda, a town also known as the “Capital of Pottery”.

WINES & CAVAS

GOTHIC WALKING TOUR

FULL DAY

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Visit wineries in Freixenet, Torres and Jean Leon. Taste local cavas, wine, cheeses, Catalan cold cuts, and traditional pa amb tomaquet (bread with olive oil and tomatoes).

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Tour Barcelona’s Gothic quarter and be charmed by its streets, squares, hidden corners, and ancient buildings, while expert guides take you on a journey through history.

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EXCURSIONS MODERNISM WALKING TOUR

GOURMET WALKING TOUR

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Discover Modernist Barcelona as you tour the Golden Square in the Eixample district, and experience the Catalan Art Nouveau movement that spanned the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries. Take a leisurely stroll through the neighbourhood and admire the modernist architecture of Antoní Gaudí, Lluis Domenech i Montaner and Puig i Cadafalch, among others.

Enjoy a flavour-filled tour through the Old Town and its markets with two different gourmet tastings and learn about the history of Barcelona’s cuisine. Visit a few of its award-winning restaurants, pastry shops, chocolate factories, olive oil shops and other food outlets.

PICASSO WALKING TOUR

SAGRADA FAMILIA-SKIP THE LINE

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Walk in Picasso’s shoes as you learn about his life and discover his work during a visit to the Picasso Museum, one of Barcelona’s most visited sites.

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Gaudí, an innovator of his time, has left behind numerous treasures for the discerning tourist to discover in Barcelona. La Sagrada Familia is one of the most visited buildings in the world. Visit the astonishing interior of this church, where the ceiling reaches 70 metres high. Antoní Gaudí designed a richly and symbolically decorated Latin cross plan with five aisles. Also visit La Sagrada Familia’s museum, where you will see drawings, plaster models and pictures of the history and development of this basilica, from its early beginnings to the present day. The museum will also provide valuable information on Gaudi’s life and career.

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EXCURSIONS BARCELONA SCOOTER TOUR

PALACIO DEL FLAMENCO

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Experience a different kind of fun as you tour the main sites of Barcelona. Cruise the streets on a scooter and see all of the famous landmarks. Must be age 21 or older and have held a driving licence for 3 years. Credit card deposit.

Be entertained by a group of flamenco artists including singers, dancers, guitar players and other musicians. Enjoy classic Spanish dance performances as well as various flamenco dances. Transportation not included.

TAPAS EVENING WALKING TOUR

DINNER-DANCE SHOW

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Combine gourmet tastings and Catalan culture on a walking tour of Barcelona’s famous tapas bars. Get a great overview of the city as you learn how to order tapas and discover some of the best bars and cafés Barcelona has to offer. Visit La Rambla and the Gothic Quarter and the famous La Boqueria food market. As a bonus, your friendly, informative guide can offer suggestions to help you get the most from your stay in Barcelona.

On Fridays and Saturdays, drop in at Aquarella Music Restaurant for dinner and a show. The restaurant presents a dance revue of flamenco, neo-classical ballet and folkloric dances from Catalonia, Latin America and Africa. Drinks & show also available.

Transportation not included.

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EXCURSIONS LITERARY WALKING TOUR: THE GHOST OF BARCELONA

LITERARY WALKING TOUR: THE SHADOW OF THE WIND

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The nighttime walking ghost tour around Sant Pere, Santa Caterina and La Ribera quarters is based on Silvia Lagarda-Mata’s book Fantasmes de Barcelona, a collection of documented historical and supernatural events and spectral legends of Barcelona. Let your guide entertain you as you learn about mysterious, hair-raising stories that have haunted these areas for decades: exorcisms, witchcraft, bewitched convents and records of phantom apparitions.

Discover the characters of the book The Shadow of the Wind during this literary walking tour. Feel the charm and mystery of early 20th century Barcelona. Visit Santa Anna Street, the Arch of the Theatre, La Rambla, and more. Also discover hidden treasures such as Quatre Gats Café, the Barcelona Athenaeum, Santa Maria del Mar, and Tibidabo Avenue. Available Saturday only.

LITERARY WALKING TOUR: THE CATHEDRAL OF THE SEA 2.5 HOURS

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Discover settings from the exciting novel The Cathedral of the Sea during this Gothic tour. Learn about the prosperity of 14th century Barcelona and how a humble district of fishermen used their own money and labour to build Santa Maria del Mar church, considered one of the greatest temples to have ever existed. Also hear about the rags to riches story of Bernat and his son Arnau, two servants who escaped from their abusive feudal lord to arrive in Barcelona during the construction of the church, where they become free citizens for the first time in their  lives. Available Saturday only.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS RESERVATIONS

The information on excursions contained in this pamphlet is indicative only. These excursions are available through the Transat or Viajes Euroamerica S.A. representatives at the hospitality desk of your hotel. Please ask your representative about the hours of operation. Excursions other than those outlined in this booklet may be available.

SCHEDULING OF EXCURSIONS

All tours depart from the bus terminal and/or as indicated in the excursion description and participants are asked to be at the pick-up point 30 minutes prior to departure. At the completion of the tour you will be returned to the bus terminal or meeting point unless you opt to leave the tour en route. In this case, it will be your responsibility to secure transportation back to your hotel, at your own expense.

REFUNDS & CANCELLATION

Your booking for any excursion is confirmed immediately with the excursion operator in each resort. Therefore, no refunds can be given for any unused or partially used tours.

PRICES, INCLUSIONS & ITINERARIES

Excursion prices and/or itineraries and/or tour inclusions in this booklet are all subject to change without prior notice. Meals and/or beverages are not included unless otherwise specified. Excursions may be offered in one

language or multilingual. Excursion content may vary slightly depending on the service provider. Any of the described excursions may be cancelled for any reason, including lack of participants, and with or without prior notice. In such circumstances, Transat and Viajes Euroamerica S.A.’s sole responsibility shall be to refund in full all monies paid.

RESPONSIBILITY

The travel services described in this booklet are provided by service providers independent of Transat and Viajes Euroamerica S.A. Some excursions or activities may not be suitable for everyone. Participation is at your discretion and at your own risk of loss, damage or injury. Transat and Viajes Euroamerica S.A. make no representation as to the quality or safety of any excursion provided by these service providers, who are a third party, and over whom Transat and Viajes Euroamerica S.A. have no control. Consequently, Transat and Viajes Euroamerica S.A. cannot be held responsible for the acts, representations, omissions, fault or negligence of these service providers or that of their employees, nor for any loss or damages suffered as a result thereof, nor for any injury or accident you may suffer or any costs, delays or expenses resulting from, or in connection with, your participation in these travel services. The travel services provided are subject to the terms and conditions imposed by the service providers. By purchasing these tour services and/or other activities, you signify your agreement to the Terms & Conditions contained in this booklet.

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