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Independent Barcelona: People, Arts and Architecture |
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Program Number: |
7149RJ |
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| Duration: |
8 nights |
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Spain
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| Price starting at: |
$1,761.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city |
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Independent City Discoveries; Art History/Criticism
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| Meals: |
10;
7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners |
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Vegetarian |
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Metropolis on the Mediterranean. Capital of Catalonia, a history-soaked region with its own culture, language and cuisine. Sports-mad city that hosted the 1992 Olympics and is home to the legendary FC Barcelona soccer team. Three-dimensional canvas for the brilliant modernist architect Antoni Gaudi. Experience these and the many other identities of dynamic Barcelona on this program that combines expert-led field trips and abundant time to walk, eat and explore on your own.
Highlights
• A city excursion includes Gaudi’s famously unfinished Sagrada Familia church and more of the architect’s imaginative creations.
• Go behind the scenes to watch a dress rehearsal of the Esbart Sant Marti, an award-winning Catalan folkloric dance group.
• Discover some of Picasso’s rarely seen masterpieces on an expert-led visit to the beautiful Museu Picasso.
Activity Particulars
Walking up to two miles per day; some uneven terrain and stairs without railings.
Included: Seven nights hotel accommodation, all breakfasts, six lectures by local experts, two escorted field trips, detailed outlines for four self-directed excursions, substantial free time. Not included: Airport transfers.
Date Specific Information
9-27-2013, 4-4-2014, 5-2-2014, 9-5-2014, 10-3-2014, 11-7-2014
Enjoy the latest in hearing technology — listening devices — on this date.
Itinerary Summary
Arrival Barcelona, 7 nights; departure.
Overnight flight from the U.S.A. | 1 night | Arrival Barcelona | 7 nights | Departure |
Barcelona, the picturesque seaside capital of Catalonia, is a feast for the senses. Expert-led field trips and independent time combine to make for an unforgettable, in-depth experience of this fascinating city and its unique culture. Learn about Catalan Modernism as you discover the wondrous architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Explore Europe’s best preserved Gothic Quarter. Marvel at the masterpieces of artists like Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro and Antoni Tapies at Barcelona’s outstanding museums. Enjoy tapas and other traditional Catalan dishes at local restaurants and enjoy lively conversations with Catalan people. Enjoy a performance by the award-winning Esbart Sant Marti folkloric dance group and an exclusive chance to go behind the scenes at one of their dress rehearsals.
Spain
With the ascension of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile, the Kingdom of Spain took on a shape similar to today’s nation. Ruling a culture born of Roman, Visigoth and Moorish invasions, Spain’s Catholic monarchy threw open the door to the Age of Discovery at the turn of the 16th century, importing goods and ideas from around the world while exporting their cultural fusion throughout the first empire on which the sun never set.
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Accommodations
Four-star boutique hotel decorated in elegant modernist style, close to Placa d’Espanya and the commercial district.
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| Road Scholar Instructors | | These instructors are participating on at least one date of this program. Please note that changes may occur. | Silvia Riera
| | Silvia Riera was born and raised in Barcelona, where she developed her passion for arts and the Catalan culture. In addition to Spanish and her native tongue, Catalan, Silvia is fluent in French, Italian, English and Portuguese. Silvia has lectured about modernism and Gaudi since 1988. Beyond arts, Silvia is — like most Barcelonians — a big fan of FC Barcelona, the world-renowned soccer team. | | | |
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