Sun & Fun in Spain & Portugal

Sun & Fun in Spain & Portugal 17 DAY TOUR SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 7, 2015 TOUR HOSTS Jay & Angela Simpson & Leigh Schaffer FEATURING: MADRID • AVILA •...
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Sun & Fun in Spain & Portugal 17 DAY TOUR SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 7, 2015 TOUR HOSTS

Jay & Angela Simpson & Leigh Schaffer FEATURING: MADRID • AVILA • PRADO MUSEUM • TOLEDO CORDOBA •GRANADA • COSTA DEL SOL • GIBRALTAR • SEVILLE ALGARVE • SILVES • MONCHIQUE • LISBON • SINTRA CABO DA ROCA • CASCAIS

Sun & Fun in Spain & Portugal

Seafarers, poets and scholars once made Spain and Portugal two of the richest and most powerful nations on earth. Feel the breath of history as you wander the narrow streets of ancient towns and explore the palaces, castles and monasteries of these former colonial powers. Relax on idyllic beaches of the Mediterranean as you enjoy free time on both the Costa del Sol and Algarve coasts. It will be a journey featuring fascinating history, distinctive cultures and extraordinary scenery.

SPAIN PORTUGAL

Atlantic Ocean Sintra Cascais

Avila

3 Madrid Toledo

3 Lisbon

Seville Monchique 2 3 Silves Albufeira

Strait of Gibraltar

3 = overnights

1 Cordoba 1 Granada Costa del Sol Gibraltar 2

(WHS). There we will see the Moorish Bridge and the Church Day 1 • Departure Day of Santo Tome with one of El Greco’s most famous paintings. Today we meet our fellow travellers at the airport to board the We'll pass the house where El Greco lived, and then visit the departure flight, ready to begin Museo de Santa Cruz - Toledo's a journey filled with new and most famous museum. After exciting experiences. enjoying the perfectly preserved, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 | D incredibly narrow streets and Day 2 • Arrive Madrid beautiful buildings we travel on Today we arrive in Madrid, the to our hotel in Cordoba. capital of Spain. We are met SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 | BD by our local representative and Day 6 • Cordoba City Tour taken to our hotel in Madrid - Granada where we'll stay for the next This morning we'll tour the three nights. We have some historic city centre where we'll time to relax and freshen up after our journey before dinner see "Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos" (The Palace of at the hotel. the Christian Kings) and "La WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 | BD Mezquita" (WHS), once one of Day 3 • Avila Islam's most impressive mosques - Valley of the Fallen and now a cathedral. It is said to be the most beautiful and originThis morning we tour Avila, al building in all of Spain and is one of Spain’s most interesting not to be missed. As capital of an cities, which still retains its independent Spanish caliphate, formidable medieval walls and Cordoba developed into one towers and has been dedicated of the most brilliant cities in as a UNESCO World Heritage Europe. It became a centre of Site (WHS). Next a visit to the learning which attracted students enormous Escorial Monastery from all over the western world (WHS) built by King Philip II, where Spanish kings are buried. and promoted active exchanges Then to the Valley of the Fallen between Christian, Muslim and Jewish scholars. Narrow winding where we see a 492 foot cross streets, small squares and low presiding over a vast Basilica whitewashed houses, most of carved from sheer rock commemorating the thousands who them with beautiful patios which died during the cruel Civil War. can be viewed from the street, give the town a Moorish atmosWe then travel back to Madrid phere. We'll then depart after for dinner and overnight. lunch and travel to Granada and THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 | BD some relaxing time upon arrival. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

Mediterranean Sea

Day 4 • Madrid Tour - Prado

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 | BD

This morning we will enjoy a tour of Madrid, the largest city in Spain with a population of over four million. Sites seen include the Cervantes Monument, the Cibeles Fountain and the Puerto del Sol. The highlight of our tour will include a visit to the Royal Palace with its magnificent marble staircase and scarlet throne room. This afternoon we tour the Prado Museum with its fine collection of art and then are free to wander the area until our bus takes us back to the hotel.

This morning we enjoy a half day tour of Granada. Here we visit the fascinating Alhambra Palace (WHS), a complex of buildings started in the 13th century. This was the stronghold of the Nazeri Dynasty, the last great Moorish Kingdom. We also see the Generalife summer palace and gardens. After our tour and a lunch stop we travel to our hotel on the Costa del Sol for some relaxation time.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 | BD

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 | BD

Day 5 • Toledo City Tour - Cordoba

Day 8 • Costa del Sol Free Day

After breakfast this morning we leave Madrid for the ancient Castilian capital city of Toledo

Day 7 • Granada City Tour - Costa del Sol

Today is a free day on the Mediterranean Coast with its extensive beaches of fine white

sand and mild climate. Spend the time relaxing on the beach, exploring or shopping to our heart’s delight!

architecture. Taking the road up to Monchique, at almost every turn we encounter a stunning panorama of sea and mountains. We return to our hotel in Albufeira for dinner.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 | BD

Day 16 • Lisbon City Tour - River Cruise

This morning we tour this TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 | BD charming city including a Day 9 • Gibraltar - Seville walking tour through the SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 | BD Alfama District, Lisbon's oldest Today we head west to enjoy Day 13 • Algarve Free Day quarter, and visiting Saint an excursion to "The Rock", George's Castle which offers a the fascinating British colony A free day to enjoy the sun commanding view over the city. at Gibraltar. Here we'll tour and golden beaches of the This afternoon we will see the St. Michael’s Cave and see "Portuguese Riviera", stroll the Belem Tower (WHS) and the the famous colony of Barbary lively town with its picturesque Monument to the Discoveries Apes. After lunch we travel white cube houses or catch up while we are enjoying a sightseeto Seville, which is one of the on shopping at the well-known ing cruise on the Tagus River. largest historical centres in International Prisunic shopping Tonight we will toast the success Europe. According to legend, centre. You may even want of the tour at our farewell Seville was founded by Hercules just to relax and recharge your and its origins are linked with batteries for our final three nights dinner. the Tartessian civilisation. in Lisbon WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 | B WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 | BD

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 | BD

Day 17 • Return Home

This morning we gather lugDay 14 • To Lisbon After breakfast this morning Today we travel to the capital of gage, souvenirs and memories of new friends and places we have we meet our local guide for a Portugal, Lisbon, which stands explored. Our return flight home city tour. Our tour takes us to on the banks of the River Tagus. has us anxious to share experithe ornate Cathedral (WHS), On our way we make a stop near ences with family and friends the largest in Spain and the site Santiago do Cacem to visit the waiting for us back home. of Columbus’ tomb. We also archaeological site of Miróbriga, visit the Giralda Tower (WHS) which was an important urban and the fascinating old Jewish centre in Roman times. The site TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL Quarter of Santa Cruz. This contains a hippodrome, houses afternoon is free for us to explore Leisurely this fascinating city on our own. decorated with mural paintAble to walk 2 km easily and stand ings, an acropolis, a forum and This evening we enjoy dinner for extended periods of time while a very rich bathing complex. combined with an exciting visiting museums and historic sites. Then we stop at a Jose Maria de Suitable for most fitness levels. Flamenco show. Fonseca winery for a tour and THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 | BD a sampling of their products. Day 11 • Seville Afterwards we continue our - Wine Tasting - Algarve journey to Lisbon where we stay SPECIAL the next three nights. Today we travel to the Algarve INCLUSIONS region of Portugal. one of MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 | BLD Europe's favourite holiday „„ Eight UNESCO World Day 15 • Sintra destinations well known for Heritage Sites - Cabo da Roca - Cascais glorious year round sunshine and „„ Flamenco Show in Seville excellent sandy beaches. On the Today we enjoy a full day sight„„ Wine tasting in Spain way we will stop in the Condado seeing tour of the Sintra region „„ Wine Tasting in Portugal de Huelva wine region to visit a (WHS). We'll visit the National „„ Folklore Dinner and Show Royal Palace, a harmonious local vineyard and sample their in Lisbon wines. Our late afternoon arrival combination of Gothic, Muslim „„ River Cruise in Lisbon and Manueline styles. Then we'll in the Algarve gives us time to wind our way up to the Pena enjoy the facilities of the hotel Palace, a marvellous example before we meet for dinner. of Romantic architecture with FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 | BD tremendous views overlooking Day 12 • Silves - Monchique the area. Next is Cabo da Roca, the most westerly point in A day tour will take us first to the old Moorish capital of Silves. continental Europe - "where the SAVE UP TO land ends and the sea begins." In this walled town we visit $500 PER PERSON We also visit the quaint fishing the 13th Century Cathedral village of Cascais before reAsk us about our and Fortress. We then travel Early Booking and Rostad turning to Lisbon. This evening on to the ancient Spa Resort Frequent Traveller discounts to a folklore dinner we are treated town of Monchique where and show. we take in the 17th century Day 10 • Seville

TOUR HOSTS Jay & Angela Simpson 2832 Simpson Rd Lee Creek, BC V0E 1M4 [email protected] 250-377-5462

& Leigh Schaffer 2967 Hopwood Rd Lee Creek BC V0E 1M4 [email protected] 250-679-8009

PRICES Kelowna $5845 Vancouver/Victoria $5795 Calgary/Edmonton $5795 Saskatoon/Regina $5795 Ottawa $5595 Toronto $5595 Land Only $4525 Prices from other cities available upon request. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. The supplement for a single room is $960 per person. This tour is not subject to GST/HST.

PRICE INCLUDES • Return economy class airfare • Current airline taxes, fuel surcharges and airport fees ($550) • First class hotels • First class motorcoach • Meals as shown (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) • Professional tour guide • Sightseeing tours including entrance fees • Luggage handling at hotels • Tipping for all included services • All foreign taxes • Rostad Tours travel gift • Tour documentation and travel information Not Included: Meals not shown, Beverages, Items of a personal nature, Any airline luggage fees, Increases to surcharges, taxes or fees, Insurance.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION „„ Deposit of $300 is fully refundable until 90 days before departure „„ Make cheques payable to Rostad Tours Ltd. „„ Visa or MasterCard accepted

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Tour Conditions & Information RESERVATIONS A deposit of $300 per person is required to make a reservation on this tour. This deposit is completely refundable up to 90 days prior to departure. A confirmation of your reservation will be forwarded to you after the deposit is received. FINAL PAYMENT The final payment is due no later than 90 days before departure. If you are joining the tour within 90 days of departure, full payment is required. CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS For payments made by credit card, we reserve the right to have credit card charges processed by the suppliers of travel services such as the airline, cruise line, etc. All credit card payments will be processed in Canadian dollars. SHARED & SINGLE ACCOMMODATION Passengers must indicate at the time of booking whether they want to share a room or if they prefer a single room. Your roommate, if known, should also be indicated. If you do not have a roommate we will attempt to find a suitable travelling companion to share a room with you. If you join the tour by April 24, 2015 and we are unable to find a roommate, you will only be charged one-half of the single supplement. If you join the tour after April 24, 2015 and we are not able to find a roommate, you will be charged the full single supplement. Triple rooms, while not recommended, can be arranged. RESERVATION CHANGES If you want to change your reservation, such as change your departure city or plan an extended stay, you must submit your request in writing at least 90 days prior to departure. If planning an extension, an additional non-refundable payment may be required in order to reserve flights and other arrangements. Any subsequent changes, cancellations

of extension arrangements or changes requested within 90 days of departure are subject to a service fee of $100 per person in addition to any fees charged by the various travel suppliers. TOUR PRICE The prices shown are based on currency levels, airfares, and taxes valid as at November 1, 2014 and are subject to change. Once you have paid in full we guarantee that there will be no price increases due to currency exchange fluctuations or airfare increases. FUEL SURCHARGES It has become common practice for airlines, cruise lines and motorcoach companies to apply surcharges due to the volatile price of fuel. These surcharges are included in the price of the tour based on surcharges in effect as at November 1, 2014 and are subject to change. CANCELLATIONS Your deposit is fully refundable for any reason up to 90 days prior to departure. Cancellations after this date are subject to the following cancellation charges: 90 to 61 days prior to departure

$ 2000

60 to 31 days

$ 3000

30 to 0 days

$ 4000

If you cancel, you will receive back all money paid towards the tour less the applicable cancellation fee. The charges apply to the base price of the tour only and do not include cancellation charges for any extra arrangements such as single supplement, accommodation upgrades, additional tours, etc. INSURANCE We recommend that all passengers buy insurance to protect themselves against any possible cancellation charges or out-of-country medical expenses. An

all-inclusive policy which has cancellation, hospital/medical and baggage coverage will be offered to Alberta residents prior to making their final payment. For passengers residing outside of Alberta, we will explain how you can obtain our special group rates for travel insurance direct from Reliable Life Insurance. As your deposit is fully refundable until 90 days prior to departure, you do not need to purchase insurance until that date. PASSPORTS A passport is required for all tour participants. Some countries require that your passport to be valid for at least three months and some at least six months past your intended return date. If you do not already have a passport, or if your current passport will expire within this period, apply for your new passport at least 90 days before departure. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS During walking tours you will likely experience uneven ground, cobblestone streets and various amounts of steps or stairs. For your enjoyment, and in fairness to your fellow passengers, you should be in good physical condition, with the ability to stand for reasonable periods of time and walk several kilometres easily. Should you feel a particular excursion may be too strenuous, you are welcome to forego the sightseeing tour and rest or explore on your own. At the time of printing, no inoculations are required for this tour. TOUR DOCUMENTS The tour documents (hotel list, flight itinerary, name tag, etc.) will be sent approximately 30 days prior to departure. Please notify our office in writing if you require any information in advance of this date. BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE Tour members are allowed one suitcase per person with the total dimensions not

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to exceed 60˝ (i.e. 30˝ length + 20˝ height + 10˝ width) and a maximum weight of 23 kg. Your suitcase will be portered at all hotels but tour members are responsible for their flight bags/carry-on luggage at all times. Rostad Tours accepts no responsibility for the loss of, or damage to, any baggage or any tour member’s personal belongings. ITINERARY VARIATIONS Rostad Tours reserves the right to change the itinerary of the tour due to airline schedule changes or any other circumstances beyond our control. Every effort will be made to keep the tour as close as possible to the original itinerary. TOUR MEMBERSHIP Rostad Tours reserves the right to reject any person as a tour member and to expel from the tour any person whose actions are deemed to be detrimental to the enjoyment of the tour by the other passengers. Children 6 years of age and under at the time the tour departs are considered too young to travel on tour. RESPONSIBILITY Rostad Tours Ltd. of Calgary, Alberta act as agents for the various owners or contractors providing hotels, means of transportation or other services. Issuance and acceptance of the tour documents shall be deemed to be consent to the condition that Rostad Tours Ltd. shall not become liable or responsible in any way for any personal or property loss, damage or injury, howsoever caused or arising. In the event that we are forced to cancel a tour due to insufficient registrations, Rostad Tours Ltd.’s sole responsibility shall be the refund of all monies paid to Rostad Tours by the tour participant.

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