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Northern route of the Cathedrals

6 days / 5 nights

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Itinerary:

MADRID - BURGOS - PALENCIA - LEÓN - MADRID 

Departures:

Monday

Arrival in Madrid.

Transfer from the a airport to the hotel. 

Accommodation   

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to Burgos. In the afternoon a local guide will show w you the city, which still retains its medieval splendor. Visit the Cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site, and the Monastery of Santa María la Real de las Huelgas, founded by the kings commanded Alfonso V VIII and Queen Eleanor in 1187. 

Accommodation.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to Palencia.

In the morning walking tour in Palencia with a local guide, who like most of the Castilian cities, has great historical and artistic heritage. Visit the Cathedral, one of the largest in Spain, also called the "Beautiful Unknown". It was built between XIV and XVVI centuries, and is based on Romanesque and Gothic churches. We will also visit the crypt and the museum. We will have free time to enjoy a pleasant walk along the Calle Mayor, shopping and entertainment  district. 

Accommodation. 

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to León.

Born as a Roman military camp, reaches its maximum height to become head of the Kingdom of León. A guide will show you the Cathedral, an example of French Gothic architecture, and the Collegiate Church of San Isidoro, called the "Sistine Chapel of Romanesque Art" by the magnificent frescoes covering the dome of the Pantheon of the Kings, or even the ancient pilgrims San Marcos, now a National Parador. 

Free time and accommodation. 

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to Astorga, founded by the Romans and important communications hub of the time. We will visit the Archbish hop's Palace and Cathedral Continuation to Madrid. 

and accommodation.  

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer from the hotel to the airport. 

End of our services. 

Includes:
  • Welcoming and private transfer from airport to hotel 
  • 4 days Bus at disposal
  • 4 days Tour escort
  • Bed and breakfast basis
  • 1 night at Madrid in selected hotel
  • 1 night at Burgos in selected hotel
  • 1 night at Palencia in selected hotel
  • 1 night at León in selected hotel
  • 1 night at Madrid in selected hotel
  • Burgos local guide to visit the Cathedral and  Monastery of Santa María la Real de las Huelgas (tickets included)
  • Palencia local guide to visit the city (Cathedral tickets included)
  • León local guide to visit the Cathedral and  the Collegiate Church of San Ildefonso (tickets included)
  • Astorga:the Archbishop's Palace and the Cathedral (tickets included)
  • Private transfer from hotel to airport 
  • Travel Insurance 
Hotel 3 stars   JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
PRICE PER PAX IN € BB   DBL 388 388 415 422 422 422 395 395 422 422 415 415
SGL SUPPL. 157 157 177 177 177 177 157 157 177 177 177 177

 

Hotel 4 stars   JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
PRICE PER PAX IN € BB   DBL 403 403 413 429 429 419 419 419 429 421 421 421
SGL SUPPL. 176 174 193 196 196 176 176 176 196 193 193 193

 

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Madrid Abba Atocha Abba Castilla Plaza
Burgos Maria Luisa Hotel Velada
Palencia Palacio de Congresos Husa europa Centro
Leon Chess Quindos Abad San Antonio

 

Note:

Prices per person based on 25 people minimum. Children ´s discounts: 0 – 2 years free; Up to 12 years and sharing room with 2 adults: 25 % discount. 3rd person discount: 10 %. For certain dates as events prices are not valid, please consult.