Spain

Stunning Andalucía Granada • Córdoba • SevilleMarch 3–12, 2017with Inés Arribas, Senior Lecturer in Spanish

The Alhambra from Mirador San Nicolás / Jiuguang Wang

Explore the historic treasures, cultural heritage, and vibrant landscapes of Spain’s stunning Andalucía. Our sojourn in the southern coastal region of Spain takes us to some of the most striking and ornately decorated palatial residences in the world. We’ll see the impressive Moorish detail of Granada’s Alhambra, Seville’s stunning Alcázar, as well as awe-inspiring cathedrals including Córdoba’s Mezquita and Seville’s Gothic Cathedral. Throughout the itinerary, we’ll also be special guests during private palace and garden visits, and we'll have ample opportunities to shop in local boutiques and outdoor markets.

Boutique HotelsOur deluxe, four-star accommodations include Hotel Vincci Albayzín, set around a traditional Andalusian-style courtyard and close to Granada’s historic center. The elegant NH Amistad Córdoba Hotel is a converted 18th-century mansion next to the old city walls in Córdoba's Jewish quarter with views of Mezquita. In Seville’s old town, Hotel Bécquer is close to the Cathedral and Guadalquívir River with panoramic views.

Travel with Study Leader Inés ArribasInés Arribas earned her B.A. from the Sorbonne University in France and her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Hispanic Literature and Culture. She joined the Spanish Department at Bryn Mawr College in 2001 where she serves as Senior Lecturer and Language Program Coordinator. She is the author of La literatura de humor en la

España democrática (1997), an important popular genre for understanding the sociopolitical context of post-Franco Spain. She has conducted research on cultural representations of Spanish gypsies in Spanish literature, film, and the Internet. Her more recent project focuses on slam poetry and spoken word in Spanish as a pedagogical tool to enhance the Spanish language curriculum. She teaches language courses at the introductory and advanced levels, as well as culture and literature courses. An avid flamenco dancer, she occasionally teaches flamenco workshops at Bryn Mawr and beyond.

Ride through historic Seville

on horse and carriage.

Listen to a private Gregorian

chant concert while admiring

paintings from Spain’s Golden

Age at the Hospital de la

Caridad’s chapel in Seville.

Ride through historic Seville

on horse and carriage.

Listen to a private Gregorian

chant concert while admiring

paintings from Spain’s Golden

Age at the Hospital de la

Caridad’s chapel in Seville.

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Seville

Granada

Córdoba

ANDALUCIAÚbeda

Jaen

Atlantic

Ocean

Alboran Sea

Stamen Design / Open Street Map

Seville, Spain / Rosino

Alcázar Gardens, Córdoba

This custom travel program has been created uniquely for Bryn Mawr Alumnae Association. Friday, March 3, 2017

Departures Take independent overnight flights to Granada, Spain.

Saturday, March 4, 2017

Welcome to GranadaUpon arrival in Granada, take a group transfer to the four-star Hotel Vincci Albayzín located in the historic center of Granada. Relax in the hotel’s Andalusian-style courtyard and enjoy a welcome reception before check-in. Later, gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a popular local restaurant.Hotel Vincci Albayzín, Granada (Rec., D)

Sunday, March 5, 2017

Granada’s Historic CenterThis morning, follow an expert local guide on a walking tour of Granada’s Renaissance city center. See the luminous interior of Granada’s cathedral, visit Capilla Real where Queen Isabella I and King Ferdinand II are buried, and admire the exterior architectural detailing of the Madraza, the first Arab university in Granada. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the Andalucía Museum of Memory’s restaurant with panoramic views of the city. This afternoon, drive into Granada’s Moorish quarter, the Albayzín district, for a visit at a private historic garden. Walk to the Mirador San Nicolás to admire magnificent views of the iconic Alhambra and majestic Sierra Nevada mountains. Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure to experience the charm of this historic city.Hotel Vincci Albayzín, Granada (B, L)

Monday, March 6, 2017

Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces & GeneralifeBegin with a lecture by Bryn Mawr Senior Lecturer Inés Arribas. Then, embark on an in-depth guided tour of the Alhambra, examining the ornamental details that make it the pinnacle of Spain’s Moorish architecture. Begin with an exploration of the Nasrid Palaces with their mysterious courtyards and delightful gardens. Continue to Alcazaba, the military zone of the enclosure featuring terraces, plazas, and towers, as well as the idyllic Garden of the Adarves. Tour through the terraced gardens of Generalife, the Nasrid “summer palace” of Granada’s caliphs. Relax during an Andalusian lunch at the enchanting Parador within the Alhambra property. This afternoon, enjoy free time to continue exploring the extensive grounds of the impressive and breathtaking Alhambra.Hotel Vincci Albayzín, Granada (B, L)

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

Olive Cultivation in Úbeda & JaenDepart Granada on a scenic drive to the lovely city of Úbeda to meet a local Spaniard, whose family has dedicated itself to the production of olive oil since the 18th century. Take a tour with him in the nearby countryside to learn about olive cultivation and olive oil production and taste the region’s olive oil. Continue to the city of Jaen and be special guests at a 16th-century Renaissance palace, the home of the same family whose olive grove and olive oil mill we just visited. Experience a private lunch with our hosts in their lovely palace followed by a brief guided visit of its interiors. Continue to Córdoba, an extraordinary Moorish city that flourished as a center of scholarship under the caliphs.

Custom ItineraryCustom Itinerary

Alcázar of Seville, (detail) Hall of Ambassadors / Nicolas Vollmer

TOUR COST Land Only ......................................................$4,495 Single Supplement ............................................. $595Tour price is per person based on double occupancy, with a minimum of 20 paying participants. Land prices are calculated as of August 2016 and are subject to change. Participation of the Bryn Mawr faculty is based on a mininum number of participants. A small group surcharge may be applied if the group falls below the minimum number.DATES | March 3–12, 2017

ACTIVITY LEVEL | Moderate, good walking ability

DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT | A deposit of $1,000 per paying participant is required to guarantee participation in the program. This deposit may be paid by check or by Visa or MasterCard. Final payment will be invoiced and is due on November 23, 2016 by check only to International Seminar Design, Inc. Registrants will be accepted beyond this date on a space-available basis with payment in full by check only.

FLIGHTS | Airfare is not included in the tour price. Participants are responsible for all aspects of their air arrangements, round-trip into Granada and out of Seville.

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After checking into the NH Amistad Córdoba Hotel, the evening is at leisure.NH Amistad Córdoba Hotel (B, L)

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Córdoba: City of Mosques & PatiosDiscover the awe-inspiring Mezquita on a guided tour of Córdoba’s impressive mosque-turned-cathedral. This stunning example of Islamic architecture was built between the 8th and 10th centuries on a site with a long history as holy ground. Mezquita’s giant arches and columns of jasper, onyx, marble, and granite originated from a Roman temple that once stood here. Next, explore the towers, halls, patios, fountains, and gardens of Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a fortress and palace once used as a prison and the headquarters of the Spanish Inquisition. Stop for a leisurely lunch at Córdoba’s finest restaurant, the historic El Churrasco, famous for its traditional Andalusian cuisine including churrasqueadas, or grilled meats. Continue on a guided walk through some of the city’s prettiest, flower-draped, private patios and courtyards. The evening is at leisure to enjoy the city’s excellent selection of restaurants.NH Amistad Córdoba Hotel (B, L)

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Ruins of Madinat Al-Zahra & SevilleCheck out of the hotel and drive to the ruins of the former palace complex of Madinat al-Zahra, a fascinating look at medieval Muslim life in Andalucía from an archaeological perspective. After lunch at a countryside restaurant, drive to elegant Seville and check into the four-star Hotel Bécquer, centrally located near the Guadalquivir River and the city’s main sites. Embark on a horse and carriage ride to see Seville’s beautiful historic core. Dinner this evening is independent. Hotel Bécquer, Seville (B, L)

Friday, March 10, 2017

Seville’s Historic Center & CathedralVisit the 17th-century Baroque chapel at the Hospital de la Caridad to admire paintings from Seville’s Golden Age while listening to a private concert of Gregorian chant. Afterwards, walk to the nearby El Real Alcázar for a guided tour of Seville’s royal palace exploring its luxurious rooms including special access to the Cuarto Real Alto, the Upper Royal Quarters. After a tapas lunch at a local restaurant, take a guided tour of

The Alhambra / Eric Titcombe

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Stunning Andalucía · March 3–12, 2017

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TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS | Accommodations as outlined in the itinerary; breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 2 dinners (2 glasses of wine or beer with welcome and farewell dinners), 1 reception; one group airport transfer upon arrival in Granada and departure from Seville; land transportation by private coach as outlined; entrance fees to sites per itinerary; services of a Spanish-speaking ISDI Tour Manager; leadership of Bryn Mawr Lecturer Inès Arribas; expert local English-speaking guides; gratuities to local guides and drivers; bottled water daily; taxes, services, and porterage fees.

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the 15th-century Seville Cathedral, the world’s largest Gothic cathedral. Admire the main altarpiece with dazzling, gold-leafed wood carved in intricate detail, as well as spectacular work by renowned Spanish artists Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, Francisco de Zurbarán, and others. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Hotel Bécquer, Seville (B, L)

Saturday, March 11, 2017

Seville’s Fine Arts Museum & FlamencoAfter a morning lecture by Dr. Arribas, depart on foot to Seville’s Museum of Fine Arts to tour its collections of works from the 15th century through the 19th century. After time for an independent lunch and afternoon, gather with fellow travelers at a traditional tablao to watch a special Flamenco performance. Then walk to a nearby Andalusian restaurant for a celebratory farewell dinner.Hotel Bécquer, Seville (B, D)

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Depart for the U.S.After breakfast, take a group transfer to the Seville airport for independent return flights to the United States. (B)

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