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Sing in Spain with Nancy Callahan

October 6 - 15, 2023

Tampa Oratorio Singers

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Sing in Spain with Nancy Callahan

October 6 - 15, 2023

Itinerary

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Friday October 6: Overnight Flight

Depart on overnight flight from the US. American Airlines: Flt: 2925 Depart Tampa: 03:18 PM Arrive Miami: 04:25 PM Iberia: Flt: 6118 Depart Miami: 10:35 PM Arrive Madrid: October 7: 01:35 PM Iberia: Flt: 494 Depart Madrid: Oct 07, 04:00 PM Arrive San Sebastian: 05:05 PM

Day 2, Saturday October 7: San Sebastian

Arrive in San Sebastian and meet your Tour Manager. Transfer by private coach into the city. Check into your hotel tonight and enjoy a group dinner together. (D) Hotel: San Sebastian Orly Hotel Plaza de Zaragoza, 4 Tel: 011-34-34-943 463200

Day 3, Sunday October 8: San Sebastian

This morning, enjoy a guided walking tour of Hondarribia. Then transfer to a local Txakoli Winery where you will learn about this traditional wine and enjoy a tasting. Then this afternoon, an extraordinary culinary adventure is in store today with a crafted lunch at the Michelin starred Restaurante Alameda in Hondarribia. (B,L)

Day 4, Monday October 9: San Sebastian

Take an excursion across the border to the French resort town of Biarritz, famed for its Basque heritage, magnificent ocean promenade and foaming breakers. Perhaps walk the coastal path from Rocher de La Vierge to the Lighthouse, then enjoy the Basque influence on both architecture and cuisine with lunch on your own by the water. Tonight, rehearse at 5:30 pm and perform your debut concert at 7:00 pm at the Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro. After your concert, enjoy a Pintxos dinner tonight. (B,D)

Day 5, Tuesday October 10: Barcelona

Board a flight to Barcelona this morning and upon arrival transfer to your hotel in the city center. This afternoon your Tour Manager will take you on an exploration through the atmospheric alleys and plazas of the Gothic Quarter. At 9:10 pm this evening enjoy the rooftop audiovisual 'La Pedrera Night Experience'. (B) Hotel: Hotel Gotico Jaime I 14 Tel: (093)3152211

Day 6, Wednesday October 11: Barcelona

During your morning visit of Gaudi's stunning Sagrada Familia, you may offer a short informal performance for fellow visitors. Continue to Parc Guell to explore more Gaudi creations and enjoy wonderful views across the city. The rest of the day is yours to explore Barcelona at your own pace. Enjoy dinner on your own tonight. (B)

Day 7, Thursday October 12: Barcelona

The morning is yours to take in a museum or find your lunch at the famous Boqueria food market. Enjoy dinner tonight on your own. (B)

Day 8, Friday October 13: Barcelona

Take an excursion to Montserrat to visit the monastery and hear the childrens choir sing after which you will have the opportunity to perform some pieces of your own. After time for lunch, continue into wine country and visit the lovely Torres winery for a tour and tasting. Return to Barcelona for a free evening. (B)

Day 9, Saturday October 14: Barcelona

Enjoy one more day in this most cosmopolitan and culturally rich city. Tonight rehearse at 4:00 pm for tonight's final concert performance which will take place at 6:00 pm at the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar! Then join together to celebrate a wonderful performance tour with a sumptuous farewell dinner. (B,D)

Day 10, Sunday October 15: Departure

Depart for the USA. (B) Iberia: Flt: 3003 Depart Barcelona: 07:00 AM Arrive Madrid: 08:25 AM American Airlines: Flt: 749 Depart Madrid: 11:05 AM Arrive Charlotte: 02:00 PM American Airlines: Flt: 1901 Depart Charlotte: 05:19 PM Arrive Tampa: 06:58 PM

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