Best of Spain 2010
A 16-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $2,799
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| Tour Length: | 16 Days | |
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Cities Visited: A leisurely trip that shows you Spain''s medieval past poised harmoniously alongside its modern city life. See the Plaza Espana, visit the opulent Alhambra Palace, and relax on the Costa del Sol. |
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Sightseeing Highlights
- Madrid: See the Plaza España and CibelesFountain plus a highlight visit to the famous Prado Museum.
- Toledo: Visit to the Synagogue, Church of SantoTomé and a steel workshop.
- Burgos: See the tomb of El Cid.
- Santander: Orientation tour.
- Bilbao: Photo stop at the Guggenheim Museum.
- San Sebastian: Orientation tour includes La ConchaBay.
- Pamplona: See the ancient streets where the bullsrun.
- Zaragoza: View the Cathedral of El Pilar and LaSeo.
- Barcelona: See the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi''s SagradaFamilia and the Ramblas.
- Peñiscola: See the ancient castle used in thefilm ''El Cid''.
- Valencia: See the cathedral and Serrano and CuarteTowers.
- Granada: Visit to the Alhambra Palace.
- Torremolinos: Stay in this famous holiday resort.
- Gibraltar: Visit the famous Rock.
- Seville: See the Bell Tower and Maria Luisa Park.
- Cordoba: See the Mezquita and medieval Synagogue.
- Guetaria: See the town of Elcano.
- Guadix See the cave dwellings.
Dining Highlights
- 14 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 6 three-course dinners.
- ''Be My Guest'' Andalusian dinner in an authentic hacienda.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Madrid.
- 22 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
- First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms withprivate facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggagehandling fees and local taxes included.
- Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and awashroom onboard.
- The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingualTour Directors.
- A qualified local city guide in Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona,Granada, Seville and Cordoba.
- Airport transfers are provided on Day 2 and Day 16.
- A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
Airport Transfers
- London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive,particularly between the airport and your London hotel. But whenyou book your Trafalgar tour and take advantage of our land and airpackages, we have included a FREE transfer to and from London''sairports and your Trafalgar London hotel. For passengers who havetheir own flight arrangements we offer you the opportunity topurchase inexpensive transfers to and from London''s Heathrow -Trafalgar has negotiated special rates for the Dot2Dot transferfrom London''s Heathr
- Important - Please Note: Passengers will only beentitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing thefollowing conditions are met:
- For included transfers: Your flights must be booked directly byTrafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. For chargeabletransfers: Your Travel Agent provides detailed flight informationto Trafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. Oncetransfers are booked they cannot be changed.
- For London arrivals, you must stay at a London hotel booked byTrafalgar on the night of arrival and the night prior to yourdeparture date.
- Trafalgar only includes one inbound and one outbound transfer.
- In the event of flight delays outside of Trafalgar''s control, thetransfers will be deemed to be cancelled.
- All transfers are based on group transfers. No refund is thereforeavailable for missed transfers, or passengers not using thisservice.
- In the event of unforeseen events (such as road or rail works,strikes or demonstrations), Trafalgar will not be responsible fordelayed or cancelled transfers.
- Heathrow Airport: National Express Dot2Dot willpick up and drop off in time to meet all flights to/from London''sHeathrow Airport. For guests arriving at the Dot2Dot desk after22.00 hrs please make use of the courtesy phone to arrange yourtransfer to your Trafalgar hotel.
- Gatwick Airport: Passengers who have bookedTrafalgar''s Land and Air packages arriving at London''s GatwickAirport are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher. TheGatwick Express train journey from Gatwick Airport to London''sVictoria Station takes 30 minutes. Guests then need to make theirway from Victoria Station to their Trafalgar hotel.
- European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengerswill receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on thescheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the timesspecified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves yourflight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
- Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air packageand who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on thescheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also beprovided with a transfer.
- Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tourdays are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase onethrough Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additionalpre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask forprices of transfers at the time of booking your extra nightaccommodation.
- Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tourarrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with thelisted transfer times below may also book and purchase thesetransfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not lessthan 21 days before the flight departure.
Important note: The visit to Gibraltar is subject to British and Spanish visa requirements. Please speak with your travel agent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements.
Day 1 - Depart USA
Overnight flight to Madrid
Day 2 - Arrive Madrid (2 nights)
Welcome to the Spanish capital, Madrid! After check-in, you maywish to relax at your hotel or why not take an excursion to ElEscorial? This evening we will enjoy a Welcome Drink with our TourDirector and meet our traveling companions.Hotel: Holiday Inn (2 nights)
Day 3 - Toledo Excursion & Madrid Sightseeing
First we enjoy an included excursion to Toledo, capital of Castile.Here sightseeing with a local guide includes a visit to thesynagogue, the Church of Santo Tome and a steel workshop. Then wereturn to Madrid where our guided tour shows us the PlazaEspaña, the Puerta del Sol, the Cibeles Fountain and Gran Via.This evening, perhaps dine in a restaurant on the Plaza Mayor(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4 - Madrid - Burgos - Santander
This morning our journey takes us over the Guadarrama Mountains toEl Cid''s city of Burgos, to see the gothic cathedral. From here wedrive close to the Ebro and over the Cantabrian Cordillera to thecoast and sophisticated Santander, capital of the Cantabrianregion, for the night. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Santemar
Day 5 - Santander - Bilbao - San Sebastian - Pamplona
Today''s first stop is in Bilbao where there''s a chance to visit thenew Guggenheim Museum. We pass by Guetaria, birthplace of JuanSebastian Elcano who accomplished the first circumnavigation of theworld as a member of the great Magelan expedition, 1519-1522. Thenwe head to seaside San Sebastian. On our arrival an orientationtour shows us the Bahia de la Concha beach, then on to Pamplona.Here we see the ancient streets and learn of the Festival of St.Firminius, when the bulls are left to run free through the town!(Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: NH Iruna Park
Day 6 - Pamplona - Zaragoza - Barcelona (2 nights)
Today we return to the Ebro Valley, stopping at Zaragoza where wesee the Cathedral of El Pilar as well as the Cathedral La Seo. Thenonto Barcelona where our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasurein this fascinating and vibrant city. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Abba Sants (2 nights)
Day 7 - Barcelona sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour with a local guide and audio systemincludes a walk through the Gothic Quarter with its impressivecathedral. We also see Gaudi''s Sagrada Familia plus many of hisother eccentric architectural masterpieces. Later, we will viewColumbus Monument and the Ramblas. Then enjoy time at leisure inthis sophisticated city or perhaps take an optional excursion tomystical Montserrat to see the shrine to the Black Madonna, Ourlady of Montserrat, or ''La Moreneta'', as she is affectionatelyknown all over Catalonia? (Buffet breakfast)
Day 8 - Barcelona - Peñiscola - Valencia
We drive past orange and almond orchards to Peñiscola with itsancient castle. Then through the ''huertas'' to sunny Valencia, thethird largest city in Spain, where our orientation includes thetown hall, the Bull Ring, the Towers of Serrano and Quart and thecathedral. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Abba Acteon Plaza
Day 9 - Valencia - Guadix - Granada
This morning we travel inland to the ''sierras'' and Guadix, stoppingto view the troglodyte cave dwellings. Cave houses are commonthroughout the province of Granada, but the highest concentrationis in Barrio Santiago. Some of the cave dwellings look like smallcottages, others look like walled earthed mounds with chimneyssticking out! From here we continue our journey via the jagged MoraPass, as we make our way to the Moorish city of Granada. (Buffetbreakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Gran Luna
Day 10 - Granada - Costa del Sol (2 nights)
This morning after breakfast our sightseeing tour with a localguide and audio system visits the spectacular Moorish AlhambraPalace. Our guided tour highlights the extraordinary architectureand shows us the exotic water gardens of the Generalife, the royalsummer residence, where we have fine views over the town and thesurrounding hills. Afterwards we will continue to the coast, andour hotel for two nights, in the Costa del Sol with its longbeaches, stopping in the resort of Torremolinos. (Buffetbreakfast) Hotel: Melia Costa Del Sol (2 nights)
Day 11 - Costa del Sol at leisure
After breakfast you can enjoy a full day at leisure perhaps torelax! Or you may wish to shop for souvenirs in the old town ofTorremolinos, lie on the beach and soak up the sunshine or maybetake an optional excursion to the white-washed village of Mijas.Your evening is at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)
Day 12 - Costa del Sol - Seville (2 nights)
This morning we enjoy a scenic drive past the excitingmillionaire''s resort of Marbella and on to La Linea. Later, wecross to the Rock of Gibraltar, with plenty of time for duty-freeshopping before continuing through the Jerez countryside. Finally,we arrive in the Andalusian capital of Seville for two nights.Tonight we enjoy a typical Andalusian dinner of local specialitiesin an authentic hacienda. (Buffet breakfast / ''Be My Guest'' Dinner) Hotel: Tryp Macarena (2 nights)
Day 13 - Seville sightseeing & at leisure
This morning after breakfast we will drive through the tree-linedstreets of Seville and enjoy a sightseeing tour with audio systemincluding the cathedral with its Bell Tower and weather vane on theslender Giralda Tower. We will see the tomb of Christopher Columbusin the cathedral, the pools and fountains of the Maria Luisa Parkand continue with a walk through the Jewish quarter. Tonight, whynot experience a little Spanish passion at a fiery Flamenco showafter dinner in our hotel? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 14 - Seville - Cordoba
Today along the Guadalquivir Valley, past villages and townsstudded with Moorish towers and fortresses, we travel to theperfectly preserved city of Cordoba. Here our sightseeing,including audio system, this afternoon features the magnificentMezquita, a former 8th century Moorish mosque, now hostingCordoba''s main cathedral, and we also have time to visit themedieval synagogue. Before dinner there is time for relaxation andexploration of the city on your own. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Ayre Hotel Cordoba
Day 15 - Cordoba - Madrid
Today we cross La Mancha to Puerto Lapice where, according totradition, Don Quixote was dubbed knight by the local innkeeper.Next we drive back to Madrid where a local guide takes us on avisit to the world-famous Prado Museum to admire the paintings ofVelazquez and Goya among the many fine works displayed. Then thereis time perhaps to enjoy some last-minute shopping. This evening,join your Tour Director and traveling companions for a FarewellDinner to celebrate the end of the Spanish tour we have enjoyedtogether. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell Dinner) Hotel: NH Habana
Day 16 - Madrid - USA
This morning it is time for final goodbyes to Spain and our TourDirector as our vacation comes to an end. There are airporttransfers available, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast)
Free airport transfers:
Transfers on Day 2 at Madrid Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30,15.00 and 17.30. Passengers arriving later should make their ownway to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring daywill arrive at Madrid Airport at 07.00, 09.00 and 11.00.
Important note:
The visit to Gibraltar is subject to British and Spanish visarequirements. Please speak with your travel agent at time ofbooking to assess your specific requirements.
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7/31/2010 - 8/15/2010 |
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8/7/2010 - 8/22/2010 |
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8/14/2010 - 8/29/2010 |
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8/21/2010 - 9/5/2010 |
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8/28/2010 - 9/12/2010 |
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9/4/2010 - 9/19/2010 |
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9/11/2010 - 9/26/2010 |
$2,950 |
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9/18/2010 - 10/3/2010 |
$2,925 |
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9/25/2010 - 10/10/2010 |
$2,899 |
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10/2/2010 - 10/17/2010 |
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10/9/2010 - 10/24/2010 |
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10/23/2010 - 11/7/2010 |
$2,825 |
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11/6/2010 - 11/21/2010 |
$2,799 |
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11/13/2010 - 11/28/2010 |
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4/9/2011 - 4/24/2011 |
$2,950 |
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4/16/2011 - 5/1/2011 |
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4/23/2011 - 5/8/2011 |
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4/30/2011 - 5/15/2011 |
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5/7/2011 - 5/22/2011 |
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5/14/2011 - 5/29/2011 |
$2,899 |
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5/21/2011 - 6/5/2011 |
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5/28/2011 - 6/12/2011 |
$2,899 |
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6/4/2011 - 6/19/2011 |
$2,899 |
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6/11/2011 - 6/26/2011 |
$2,899 |
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6/18/2011 - 7/3/2011 |
$2,875 |
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6/25/2011 - 7/10/2011 |
$2,875 |
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7/2/2011 - 7/17/2011 |
$3,075 |
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7/9/2011 - 7/24/2011 |
$2,899 |
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7/16/2011 - 7/31/2011 |
$2,925 |
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7/23/2011 - 8/7/2011 |
$2,925 |
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7/30/2011 - 8/14/2011 |
$2,925 |
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8/6/2011 - 8/21/2011 |
$2,925 |
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8/13/2011 - 8/28/2011 |
$2,925 |
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8/20/2011 - 9/4/2011 |
$2,950 |
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8/27/2011 - 9/11/2011 |
$2,950 |
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9/3/2011 - 9/18/2011 |
$2,950 |
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9/10/2011 - 9/25/2011 |
$2,950 |
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9/17/2011 - 10/2/2011 |
$2,925 |
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9/24/2011 - 10/9/2011 |
$2,899 |
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10/1/2011 - 10/16/2011 |
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10/8/2011 - 10/23/2011 |
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10/22/2011 - 11/6/2011 |
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Airfare Disclaimer Documents |
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- Madrid
- Toledo
- Burgos
- Santander
- Bilbao
- San Sebastian
- Pamplona
- Zaragoza
- Barcelona
- Valencia
- Granada
- Torremolinos
- Gibraltar
- Seville
- Cordoba
Save $300 per couple on Europe land vacations!
Discover the beauty and magic of Europe during Autumn, Winter and Spring with Trafalgar. From November through April, Europe takes on a unique radiance - Autumn's vast forest of trees adorned with rich red and burnt orange leaves, snow capped mountains in Winter and fields of vibrant color during Spring. It is the season for grand carnivals, opera and symphony, and the chance to experience a fairytale white Christmas with Magical light illuminations and all the trimmings of the festive season.
And here's another special treat. As you lose yourself in the atmosphere of some of the world's most enchanting cities at a time when there are fewer crowds, you'll also save on average 30% when compared to taking the same vacation during the summer months.
*Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land and air portion is made 07/06/10 – 08/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Companion airfare of $199 valid for second traveler when first traveler pays full airfare, including fuel surcharges and taxes (of up to $160) on exact same itinerary. Companion airfare to Cairo is $499 plus taxes. Not valid on tours to Israel or Morocco. Valid on British Airways on select service class only, and valid only on applicable US and European gateways. Taxes of up to $160 and fees are not included. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/taxesandfees for full details. Not valid with Early Payment Discount, 150AWS2010 or AWSBAAIR. **Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land portion is made 07/06/10 – 07/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Not valid on City Breaks (including An English Christmas and Christmas in Paris) and Eastern Mediterranean tours. Not valid with Early Payment Discount or AWS199AIR. Promotion code is 150AWS2010. Subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for groups subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/aws for details. CST#2077132-20
Companion flies to Europe for only $199 on air-inclusive vacations!
Each of Trafalgar's perfectly planned First Class Autumn, Winter and Spring itineraries are designed to reveal the wonders of Europe's extraordinary history and cultural heritage. They ensure that you will see, taste, hear and experience everything about a destination as you've always dream.
And here's another special treat. As you lose yourself in the atmosphere of some of the world's most enchanting cities at a time when there are fewer crowds, you'll also save on average 30% when compared to taking the same vacation during the summer months.
*Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land and air portion is made 07/06/10 – 08/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Companion airfare of $199 valid for second traveler when first traveler pays full airfare, including fuel surcharges and taxes (of up to $160) on exact same itinerary. Companion airfare to Cairo is $499 plus taxes. Not valid on tours to Israel or Morocco. Valid on British Airways on select service class only, and valid only on applicable US and European gateways. Taxes of up to $160 and fees are not included. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/taxesandfees for full details. Not valid with Early Payment Discount, 150AWS2010 or AWSBAAIR. **Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land portion is made 07/06/10 – 07/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Not valid on City Breaks (including An English Christmas and Christmas in Paris) and Eastern Mediterranean tours. Not valid with Early Payment Discount or AWS199AIR. Promotion code is 150AWS2010. Subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for groups subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/aws for details. CST#2077132-20
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Trafalgar Great Ways to Save
Trafalgar offers great savings and discounts to help you stretch your money.
Past passengers save 5% off of the land on most tour itineraries.
There are also Early Payment Discount and Young Traveller Discounts just to name a few. The early bird catches the worm, so book now - pay early - and save money!
The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.
The earlier you pay - the more you save!
Below are our Early Payment Saving options:
Pay (min) 12 months prior to departure Save up to 10%
Pay (min) 10 months prior to departure Save up to 7.5%
Pay (min) 6 months prior to departure Save up to 5%
Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301.
Travel with Family and Friend and Save!
5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!
9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.
Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.
Share a Room and Save!
When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.
Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.
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