Mediterranean Vacation in Italy and Spain

This 10-day jaunt takes you from the Spanish Steps in Rome to Spain itself, with stops in both Madrid and Barcelona. The vacation includes:

• Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK) and Chicago (ORD)
• 4 nights of standard accommodations at Holiday Inn Express Rome - San Giovanni
• 2 nights of standard accommodations at TRYP Madrid Atocha Hotel
• 2 nights of standard accommodations at TRYP Barcelona Condal Mar Hotel
• Air transfer from Rome to Madrid
• Rail transfer from Madrid to Barcelona

Rome

Walk through the streets of Rome and you’ll see ancient wonders and modern shops in a span of minutes. Cars and Vespas zip past the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, while ultra-chic boutiques peddle fashions from some of the top designers in the world.

• The Spanish Steps: Climb 135 steps up a steep slope connecting the Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti church and you’ll be rewarded with some excellent people watching.
• Vatican City: Its own city-state. Head to the epicenter of Catholicism to get a view of the world famous Sistine Chapel in the Apostolic Palace.
• Lights, camera, action: Take a break from ancient history in favor of film history at Cinecittà, the famous Italian film studio, which has exhibits dedicated to the Neorealists and Sergio Leone.

Madrid

Spain’s capital city, Madrid, is both the economic and geographic center of the country. In fact, all roads in Spain lead to the city’s famous Puerta del Sol, one of many classic European plazas scattered throughout the city. In addition to being a commercial center and home of the Spanish Royal Family, Madrid is world-class in terms of art. The Prado Museum is one of the world’s most-visited art museums, while the nearby Museo Reina Sofia contains Guernica, Picasso’s masterpiece on the bombing of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War.

• Take in riverfront views while strolling down the recently re-claimed space alongside the Manzanares River.
• Buen Retiro Park: Filled with lush green gardens, beautiful statues, and a gorgeous crystal palace, Buen Retiro Park is the perfect place to take a break in the busy metropolis.
• Catch a football match at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, where Spain’s national soccer team plays.

Barcelona

Barcelona is like Madrid’s hip younger sister, praised as “quirky, cosmopolitan and effortlessly cool” by Frommer’s. One must-see attraction is La Sagrada Familia, a cartoonish basilica designed by modernist architect Antoni Gaudí. It’s a work in progress if there ever was one: by the time it’s finished (the estimated year of completion is 2026), it will have been under construction for nearly 150 years.

• Find your inner bohemian at Els Quatre Gats, a home for influential artists as they worked during the early 20th century—including Pablo Picasso.
• Soak up the sun on La Mar Bella beach or take in the action at the nearby skate park.
• Las Rambla: Almost a mile long, you can find almost anything for sale in this open-air market, including local art and pet rabbits.

Frequently Asked Questions

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2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.

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4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? All travelers age 2 and over are required to purchase a Groupon. Different occupancy arrangements can be requested with Great Value Vacations at the time of reservation.

6. Is the price advertised available on every date? Airfare subject to availability. Additional fees may apply for some departure dates. Contact Great Value Vacations for details.