Lumina Youth Choirs to Spain

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, Monday June 9: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Tuesday June 10: Granada

Welcome to Spain, Meet you tour manager and journey to beautiful Granada, situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains and home to Europe's greatest Moorish legacy. Upon arrival, visit the Granada Cathedral. Built by Queen Isabella in the early 1500s, it's an awe-inspiring example of Spanish Renaissance architecture. In the evening, tour the fascinating caves of the Sacromonte neighborhood, carved into hills above the Darro River. (B,D)

Day 3, Wednesday June 11: Granada

The morning starts with a sightseeing tour of the world-famous Alhambra, including the fragrant Generalife Gardens, led by a local guide. You'll marvel at this sprawling palace and fortress, considered one of the greatest feats of Moorish art and architecture. It was here that Christopher Columbus received Queen Isabella's endorsement for his world-changing expedition. Later, you'll head for Seville, where in the evening you'll stroll through the old section of the city, walking past the unusual Torre de Oro, a dodecagonal military watchtower built in the 1200s, and into the Parque María Luisa, a gorgeous park that stretches along the serene Guadalquivir River. (B,D)

Day 4, Thursday June 12: Seville

This morning you'll head for Seville, on route you will visti Ronda for a city walk and free time for lunch. Arrive is Seville, where in the evening you'll stroll through the old section of the city, walking past the unusual Torre de Oro, a dodecagonal military watchtower built in the 1200s, and into the Parque María Luisa, a gorgeous park that stretches along the serene Guadalquivir River. (B,D)

Day 5, Friday June 13: Seville

Today you will have a guided tour of Seville, led by a local expert. You'll visit the city's immense Gothic Cathedral, which houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus. It also features the grand 342-foot-tall Giralda Tower, which offers panoramic views of the city. The Moors built the tower as a minaret for a mosque, but Christian rulers later converted it into a Renaissance-style bell tower—an example of the city's role as a religious crossroads and battleground through the centuries. This afternoon, rehearse for tonight’s concert performance. (B,D)

Day 6, Saturday June 14: Madrid

This moring you will check out of your hotel and head to Madrid. On you way you will stop in Cordoba and visit the Mosque and have free time for lunch. After you will head up to Madrid and have dinner togethe! !(B,D)

Day 7, Sunday June 15: Madrid

Madrid's rich heritage comes alive on your guided sightseeing tour of classic Spanish boulevards, grand plazas, and the diverse architecture of modern-day Madrid. Highlights include the Plaza de España, where a monument to author Miguel de Cervantes is flanked by statues of his immortal creations Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, the majestic Alcalá Gate and the famous Las Ventas bullring. Then you'll visit the magnificent Prado Museum, where your timed reservation enables you to skip the long lines to enter this crown jewel of the art world. Here an expert guide will provide illuminating commentary about the works of Velázquez, Goya, Raphael, Rubens, Bosch and other giants of European art. Even the 18th-century Neo-Classical building that houses the collection is stunning.Have an afternoon recital and end your tour with a farewell Flamenco show dinner!

Day 8, Monday June 16: Departure

Transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B)