Your 2-Week Vacation at Superior 4* Beachfront Amaragua Hotel Includes:

• Round-Trip Airfare
• Meeting and assistance on arrival
• Round-trip airport transfers in Costa del Sol
• 13 Nights at superior 4-star beachfront air-conditioned Amaragua Hotel in rooms with
  private bathroom and balcony.
• 27 MEALS as follows:
  13 Buffet Breakfasts
  10 Dinners at your hotel with wine, beer, bottled water, or soft drinks, (including
  a Farewell Dinner with wine, coffee, champagne, and special dessert the last night
  of your stay)
• 3 Dine-Around Dinners with wine, beer, or soft drinks at any of 10 selected local
  restaurants within walking distance from your hotel.
• 1 home-hosted lunch included with the Taste of a Village Tour.
  
• 3 SIGHTSEEING TOURS: 
  
• Full Day "Taste of a Village" Tour including a home-hosted lunch, or similar
  
• Full Day Sightseeing Tour of the ancient mountain town of Ronda, or similar
  
• Full Day Sightseeing Tour of the Countryside of Marbella & Mijas, or similar
  
• Heated Indoor Pool & Spa at a fee to be paid locally.
• The exclusive services and assistance of a Sun Holidays Hostess.
• All hotel taxes and service charges.

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Description of included tours:

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A VILLAGE (Home-Hosted, Full Day)
This unique tour takes us through the Spanish countryside to feel the spirit and tradition of the ancient peoples of the Andalusian countryside and offers us the opportunity to learn about their lifestyle, customs, and heritage. Passing by centuries-old routes traveled by Spain’s legendary kings and their entourage, bandits, and villagers. We will experience the changing terrain and breathtaking landscapes of “La Ruta del Aceite y Los Tajos” (route of the olive oil and the gorges) through the mountains of Malaga. Our first en-route stop is a traditional Andalusian roadside inn for a first glimpse into the history of the area before continuing to the Sierra village of Alfarnate (population 3.500)  where we stop to visit an Olive Oil Mill (producers of the best quality oil in the region) then go on to visit the beautiful sixteenth-century Church of Saint Ann.  After Alfarnate, we proceed to our final destination, the tiny village of Alfarnatejo (population 400).  After a warm welcome by the villagers and a glass of local sweet wine, our “host families” will invite us into their homes for a traditional midday meal (included). This authentic Andalucian day in a rural mountainside village is a life-enriching experience and one that you will probably cherish and remember for years to come.

RONDA (Full Day)
Spanning more than four centuries of Spanish architecture, this quaint town is sure to transport you back in time. One look at the famous “El Tajo” and the impressive sheer drop of the mountain cliffs illustrates its origins as a military stronghold. While in Ronda, marvel at its architectural variety, including the walled Old Town, a residential palace of nobility, the Cathedral, the bullring - the oldest existing in Spain - and the “Bullfight Museum.”  Free time for lunch on your own and shopping prior to returning to your hotel.

COUNTRYSIDE: MARBELLA AND MIJAS
This tour heads from the coast and covers a number of charming towns in the rich Guadalhorce Valley including Alhaurin de la Torre and Alhaurin el Grande. A stop is included at Alhaurin el Grande’s Wholesale Farmers Market before continuing through the valley and the Sierra Blanca Mountains. This picturesque route leads past the white town of Monda, and then towards the Sierra Alpujata Mountains to the town of Ojen. After a brief stop in Ojen, head toward the coast to Marbella, where sightseeing of the old section of this enchanting town is included.  Marbella has long been a favorite destination of the rich and famous, and its beautiful scenery and coastline provide the perfect backdrop to this city. Departing Marbella, the coastal road leads to Fuengirola en route to Mijas, located about 1300 ft. above sea level and surrounded by the dramatic Sierra de Mijas Mountains. A sightseeing tour of the town is included as well as free time for shopping and lunch (lunch not included).

  These are the Optional Tours you may purchase locally while in Costa del Sol:
These tours can only be
 purchased locally from your hostess while in Costa del Sol.

Granada & The Alhambra Palace. (Full Day Tour)
Early drive along the Costa del Sol through the mountains of Malaga towards Granada. Half way we will stop briefly in Loja and then continue to Granada. As we enter the city you’ll be able to see the peaks of the white-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains. A sightseeing city-tour will lead us to the Alhambra Palace. ”Alhambra” is an Arabic word that means red, the color of its fortified walls. Built during the 13th and 14th century, it took nearly 100 years to be completed. Visit includes the Court of the Myrtles, the Court of the Lions, the Hall of Secrets, the Hall of the Ambassadors, and the Alcazaba, the castle that guarded the Palace.  We will also visit the beautiful gardens of the Generalife with its green water gardens and the fountains that inspired several famous Spanish composers. Over the centuries the Alhambra gradually fell into ruins but, curiously, it was the American Author Washington Irving who helped prod the city into having the monument restored. Irving lived in the palace early in the 19th century, where he wrote his book "Tales of the Alhambra". Now the Alhambra is completely restored and rebuilt.

Seville: Capital of Andalucia (Full Day Tour)
The beautiful Andalusian countryside will be the setting for a great view of typical towns such as Antequera, Estepa, Osuna and, finally, Seville.  The fourth largest in Spain, this is a city humming with life and prosperity, holding magnificent buildings and monuments, and considered the most popular and attractive in the whole country. Our visit will start with the Alcazar, which served both as Palace and Fort, and will continue in the Cathedral, a unique beauty all its own combining old Arabic and Christian architecture. The cathedral was built on top of a former mosque and is now the third largest in the world. Adjoining it, the Giralda tower stands 322 feet high.  We continue our visit to the Barrio de Santa Cruz, the old Jewish quarter where we will ramble along the narrows streets with it small bars and restaurants. Not to be missed is the beautiful Maria Luisa Park with its sunken gardens, the decorative fountains, and the lovely "azulejos"(tiles) in the Plaza de España, a semi-circular square with a great building around it.  We finish our trip to Seville with a drive over the Isla de la Cartuja area, where the Universal Exposition took place in 1992.

Tangier: The African experience (Full Day Tour)
An early start this morning with a drive along the coast to Algeciras of Tarifa, closest point in Spain to Africa, where all participants will board the ferry to sail across the strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, formerly the most important free port of Africa. Tangier was in Spanish hands till 1956, when it was handed over to the kingdom of Morocco after Moroccan Independence. Back in the 1940´s and1960´s Tangier was an International zone. Once in Tangier the motor coaches will take us on a panoramic drive through the countryside with a stop at the Cape to have a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. Then we drive through the different areas of Tangier: the Italian, French, Spanish, and American area. After this tour and lunch in a typical restaurant, we will walk into the past and visit the Zocco and the market area, a bustling mixture of sights, sounds and smells, the mysterious Medina, the old town and the Kasbah, and the citadel where snake charmers show their skills. The Moroccan merchants in the bazaars are used to price bargaining so we recommend you use caution and offer a quarter off what they ask for before attempting to buy anything at all. After this interesting experience we return to the port and embark to the ferry to the Spanish mainland, where the motor coaches will take us back to our hotel. PLEASE NOTE: Valid passport is required. Shops are closed on Saturday afternoon and all day Sundays.

Cordoba: The Moorish City (Full day)
A wonderful tour starts with long and scenic drive through the real Andalusian countryside. We pass the city of Malaga, travel through the mountains of Malaga, cross the plains of La Vega de Antequera and arrive at the Moorish city of Cordoba. Cordoba is one of the few cities in the world still characterized by a tremendous feeling of spirit. Founded by the Carthaginians, Cordoba was conquered by the Romans, invaded by the Goths and rebuilt by the Moors in 711, when Cordoba became the capital of the vast Emirate. In the middle of the 8th century a new emir, Abderraman I came to power and gave Cordoba a glorious period of prosperity, reaching its peak with Abderraman II. In the 10th century Cordoba became the most densely populated and civilized city in the West. Its mosque became the richest and most splendid Islamic monument. We will visit the Mosque/Cathedral, one of the most impressive buildings in the world, pass through the Jewish quarter strongly influenced by Islamic and Mudejar art, see the Roman Bridge, the Synagogue, the only one preserved in Andalucia and dating back to the XIV century and a pleasant walk through the Jewish quarter. There will be free time for lunch (not included) before returning to your hotel.

Gibraltar: The Rock (Full Day Tour)

A drive along the southern Costa del Sol will take us to La Linea de la Concepción, the border town with Gibraltar. We will cross the border and enter Gibraltar crossing the runway of the airport where people transfer to small vans for a tour around the Rock. This tour takes us to the highest point with fantastic panoramic views of the Bay of Algeciras, the Strait of Gibraltar, and the African coastline. We also visit the Saint Michael’s caves with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites. Once taking the road down again, we will see the Barbarian apes that still live in Gibraltar. Free time for tax-free shopping or for a snack at the various English or Spanish-type pubs and restaurants. PLEASE NOTE: Valid passport is required. Shops are closed on Saturday afternoon and all day Sundays.

The superior 4-star Amaragua Hotel

      

The superior 4-star beachfront air-conditioned Amaragua Hotel is located on the beach in Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain overlooking the Mediterranean.  Rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated and include full bath and large private balconies with seaview. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, restaurant, lounge with piano music in the evenings, extensive outdoor gardens, sauna, and a steam room and spa (additional fees apply for spa services).There is a promenade between the hotel and the beach which is perfect for strolling and provides access to nearby shops and restaurants. Just 15 minutes away walking on the promenade you will find the Benalmadena Marina, famous for its extensive dinning and shopping options. A few steps away is the quaint fishing village of La Carihuela, dotted with stores and fresh local seafood restaurants. Just a short ride away is the town center of Torremolinos with its lively shopping district, Calle San Miguel, offering good shopping for unique souvenirs such as handmade leather goods, linens, and Lladro figurines.
Numerous daytrips are available including Granada, Gibraltar, Cordoba, and Morocco.

AMARAGUA HOTEL EXTENDED VACATION - 2 WEEKS TUESDAY DEPARTURES/TUESDAY RETURNS WITH IBERIA/BRITISH AIRWAYS Prices per person, double occupancy including Airfare
Amaragua - 2 Weeks	2012 FEB 7,14,21,28 MAR 6,13,20,27	2012 APR 3,10,17	2012 APR 24	2012 MAY 1,8	2012 SEP 18	2012 SEP 25	2012 OCT 2,9,16,23,30
New York (JFK)	2135	2155	2225	2285	2745	2345	2095
Austin	2308	2290	2360	2420	2880	2480	2230
Birmingham	2238	2250	2320	2380	2840	2440	2190
Boston	2175	2182	2252	2312	2772	2372	2122
Chicago	2315	2308	2378	2438	2898	2498	2248
Denver	2288	2362	2432	2492	2952	2552	2302
Dallas Forth Worth	2235	2263	2333	2393	2853	2453	2203
Fort Wayne	2291	2303	2373	2433	2893	2493	2243
Houston	2235	2263	2333	2393	2853	2453	2203
Las Vegas	2376	2367	2437	2497	2957	2557	2307
Los Angeles	2375	2422	2492	2552	3012	2612	2362
Miami	2295	2302	2372	2432	2892	2492	2242
Orlando	2288	2275	2345	2405	2865	2465	2215
Raleigh Durhan	2256	2415	2485	2545	3005	2605	2355
Seattle	2358	2387	2457	2517	2977	2577	2327
San Francisco	2338	2372	2442	2502	2962	2562	2312
Salt Lake City	2244	2387	2457	2517	2977	2577	2327
Tampa	2228	2303	2373	2433	2893	2493	2243
Washington DC	2148	2172	2242	2302	2762	2362	2112
Single Supplement	299	285	544	285	636	434	308
Land Only	1371	1176	1251	1316	1807	1383	1118
Tripcode	726	836	836	836	836	836	836
Amaragua - 2 Weeks	2012 NOV 6,13,20,27 DEC 4,11,25	2012 DEC 18	2012 DEC 25	2013 JAN 8,15	2013 JAN 22,29 FEB 5,12,19,26 MAR 5,12,19	2013 MAR 26 APR 2,9,16	2013 APR 23,30 MAY 7,14
New York (JFK)	1955	2095	1998	2045	2155	2195	2325
Austin	2128	2230	2171	2218	2328	2334	2464
Birmingham	2058	2190	2101	2148	2258	2293	2423
Boston	1995	2122	2038	2085	2195	2222	2352
Chicago	1968	2248	2011	2058	2168	2353	2483
Denver	2108	2302	2151	2198	2308	2408	2538
Dallas Forth Worth	2055	2203	2098	2145	2255	2306	2436
Fort Wayne	2111	2243	2154	2201	2311	2348	2478
Houston	2055	2203	2098	2145	2255	2306	2436
Las Vegas	2196	2307	2239	2286	2396	2413	2543
Los Angeles	2175	2362	2218	2265	2375	2470	2600
Miami	2082	2242	2125	2172	2282	2346	2476
Orlando	2108	2215	2151	2198	2308	2319	2449
Raleigh Durhan	2076	2355	2119	2166	2276	2463	2593
Seattle	2178	2327	2221	2268	2378	2434	2564
San Francisco	2158	2312	2201	2248	2358	2419	2549
Salt Lake City	2174	2327	2217	2264	2374	2434	2564
Tampa	2048	2243	2091	2138	2248	2348	2478
Washington DC	1968	2112	2011	2058	2168	2213	2343
Single Supplement	308	308	308	308	308	308	636
Land Only	1118	1118	1164	1201	1269	1205	1342
Tripcode	726	836	726	726	726	836	847
EXTEND YOUR STAY!!
ADDITIONAL WEEK RATES PER PERSON IN COSTA DEL SOL
For stays within:	2012 JAN-APR	2012 MAY	2012 SEP 16-30	2012 OCT 1-DEC 31	2013 JAN-APR	2012 MAY
BUFFET BREAKFAST & DINNER WITH WINE DAILY	429	504	769	397	441	517
ADD'L WEEK SINGLE SUPPLEMENT	252	277	315	139	139	315
All package prices plus applicable U.S. Airport Departure Taxes and Security Fees
Package prices are subject to currency fluctuation surcharges unless paid in full
EXTEND YOUR STAY IN MADRID
3-NIGHT PACKAGE FROM ONLY $425 (Hotel, Airp. Trfrs, & City Tour)
Prices per person double occupancy LAND ONLY		3-NTS	Package	Add'l Nt	Add'l Nt
Our Hotels		Package	Sgl Suppl	in Double	Sgl Suppl
PRINCIPE PIO - 3*	2012	425	268	78	55
Centrally located	2013	445	281	84	59
TRYP AMBASSADOR - 4*	2012	525	438	111	111
Centrally located	2013	552	463	120	120
EXTEND YOUR STAY IN BARCELONA
3-NIGHT PACKAGE FROM ONLY $475 (Hotel, Airp. Trfrs, & City Tour)
Prices per person double occupancy LAND ONLY		3-NTS	Package	Add'l Nt	Add'l Nt
Our Hotels		Package	Sgl Suppl	in Double	Sgl Suppl
MONTBLANC HOTEL - 3*	2012	475	302	97	71
Centrally located	2013	499	319	105	77
CALDERON HOTEL - 4*	2012	585	348	132	86
Centrally located	2013	615	369	143	93