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Sevilla

One building alone is enough to put Córdoba high on any traveler's itinerary: the mesmerising multi-arched Mezquita. One of the world's greatest Islamic buildings, it's a symbol of the worldly and sophisticated Islamic culture that flourished here more than a millennium ago when Córdoba was the capital of Islamic Spain, and Western Europe's biggest and most cultured city.

Your full-day tour starts with an approximate 1.30-hour scenic drive through the Andalusian countryside to Córdoba, once considered one of the greatest cities in the world. Located on the River Guadalquivir, and surrounded by rolling hills, Cordoba was the Capital of Muslim Spain, and the centre of the Caliph's power.

Córdoba

The ancient Romans founded Córdoba due to its strategic importance as the Moorish Kingdom of Al-Andalus in 711 AD. At this time, work began on the Mosque of Córdoba, or 'La Mezquita'. After several centuries of actions and extensions, the mosque became one of the largest in all of Islam.

When the Christians conquered the city in 1236 the new rulers of the city were owed by the mosque's beauty that they left it standing, building their cathedral within, and creating the extraordinary structure seen today. Covering over 248,000 square feet, la Mezquita is considered one of the most beautiful and original buildings in all of Spain.

_Patios

_{The city of Córdoba not only offers visitors important monuments and museums but also boasts the most extensive and popular network of traditional courtyards. Each of its patios also has its unique attractiveness and architectural design. The Cordoba Courtyards really come into their own in the first fortnight of May each year, with the Festival of the Courtyards ("Patios") of Cordoba (declared World Heritage). However, it is possible to visit the courtyards in Córdoba all the year round, and visiting outside the Festival dates is arguably a better time.}

_{The patios of the old Alcazar also known as the San Basilio neighborhood. Despite being a Christian neighborhood, it also preserves Mudejar and Jewish style houses, but all of them based on the structure and distribution of the typical Roman house, which our ancestors have bequeathed to us.}

_{Let your senses intoxicated by an amalgam of colours, smells, and unique sensations. A tour that will take you through the most popular patios of this neighborhood that was also a Jewish quarter in its time. The duration of the Patios route is 2 hours.}

_{Return to the pier in Seville after an approximate 1-hour and 30-minute drive on your coach.}

Sevilla lies on the banks of the Guadalquivir and is one of the largest historical centres in Europe. It has the minaret of La Giralda, the cathedral (one of the largest in Christendom), and the Alcazar (Royal Palace).

Depart the pier area with a panoramic ride along the city, passing by the beautiful Colón Avenue with its typical Sevillian style houses, the neoclassical Maestranza Bullring (the largest in Spain), the Golden Tower, a remnant of Seville´s Moorish fortifications and the palm tree avenue, where most of the beautiful buildings left from the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929 are located.

Santa Cruz Quarter

Once in the old part of the city, commences the walking tour through the mysterious Santa Cruz Quarter, a gleaming maze of white houses and flower-filled patios. Seville's noble families resided here in the former century.

Cathedral

Guests will visit the late 15th century Gothic Cathedral built on the site of a Mosque, the third largest in the world (after St. Peter´s in Rome and St. Paul´s in London). The immense nave with the beautiful carved choir and numerous side-chapels are filled with art treasures, including works by Murillo and Goya.

Alcazar

Continue to the impressive Alcazar, the ancient Palace of the King Almotamid, a combination of Moorish and Spanish architecture, continually added to over the centuries and home to the royal rulers of Andalucía.

Walk back to the coach for the short return to the pier and your ship.

Reservation note: Due to the particular reservation system of the Alcazar of Seville, entrance tickets are not guaranteed until 1-2 months before the call, therefore this tour is booked on wait list. If Silversea manage to get group tickets (nominative tickets with each Guest Passport number) for the suitable entrance time, the waitlisted bookings will be cleared following the order of the reservation date. A message will be e-mailed to all waitlisted Silversea Guests to notify the confirmation of their booking. Guests are advised to bring their passport with them on tour as Alcazar will check that names and passport number of each guest correspond to the ticket purchased.  Please make sure Silversea has your passport details.

Seville is the Guadalquivir River and the Guadalquivir River is Seville. A breeze, gardens, parks, footbridges, picnics; all provided by the riverside. Discover the green but no less spectacular part of the city. You will enjoy a bike experience through Seville.

Murillo Gardens

With your Orbita Urban Bike, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Seville by taking a long ride along the river banks in Triana bordering Calle Betis. This tour will continue to the Murillo Gardens. The gardens are made up of small arbors with fountains. Previously known as the Retiro Gardens or Orchards, it belonged to the Reales Alcazares of Seville until 1862. They were donated to the city to be integrated in the Seville Fair which was then held in the nearby Prado de San Sebastian. The gardens as we know them today, were designed in 1915 by Juan Talavera. In 1918, at the request of the El Liberal newspaper editor, they were re- named Murillo Gardens as the painter was buried in the church nearby. Some of the plant species in the gardens are Magnolia and Orange trees, night jasmine amongst many.

Monument to Tolerance

During your ride, you will see the Monument to Tolerance by Eduardo Chillida which depicts the 1492 expulsion of the Jews by Catholic kings. It represents the five hundred years or more of the expulsion of the Jews from the area, and at the same time it expresses the hope that people, Christian, Arab, Jew will meet again here and be friends. This is precisely the idea that the monument reflects.

Jardines de Chapina, Puente del Cachorro, American Gardens

Jardines de Chapina, Puente del Cachorro, and the American Gardens which were completed for Expo 92. It is a public botanic garden, with a representative collection of American plants donated by different countries on the occasion of the world exposition.

Huevo de Colón

From there bike into Alamillo Park and visit the Huevo de Colón, otherwise known as the Columbus egg. It is a monument consisting of a colossal statue representing Christopher Columbus partially enfolded by an egg-like shell. It was a gift from the city of Moscow to Seville on the occasion of the 500^th anniversary of the arrival of Columbus in the Caribbean in 1492. It is ranked as the largest statue in Spain.

Barranco Market Refreshment

Enjoy a refreshment stop a the Barranco market including 1 drink and 1 tapa. The market is housed in a 19^th century galvanized-iron building originally created as a fish market.

La Casa de Pilatos

You will finish at the House of Pilate otherwise known as La Casa de Pilatos which is an Andalusian Palace which serves as the permanent residence of the Dukes of Medinaceli. It is an example of an Italian Renaissance building with Mudejar elements and decorations. It is considered the prototype of the Andalusian Palace.  

Enjoy nature, away from the noise of the city in a relaxing atmosphere.

Finish the bike tour, and you will then be transferred to the ship by coach which takes 10 minutes.

Discover the traditional flavours, culture and dance of Seville at night during this unforgettable Flamenco evening with Tapas dinner.

Seville City, Sightseeing Drive, Landmarks, Patios

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute sightseeing drive through Seville City, which is highlighted by historic landmarks and beautiful patios that adorn everything from lovely public spaces to glorious, Renaissance-style mansions, as well as charming and exclusive private residences.

Tablao el Arenal Restaurant, Spanish Tapas Dinner, Flamenco Dancing and Music Performance

Following your sightseeing drive, proceed to the Tablao el Arenal restaurant for a typical Tapas dinner and Flamenco show. Upon arrival, you are seated for a Spanish Tapas dinner, and an unforgettable performance of the flamenco. An unscripted, spontaneous expression of art and passion in movement, the flamenco dance is a mixture of ancient forms of singing and dance dedicated to life, passion and love.

Tablao Show

To feel the passion and energy of a tablao show so closely is simply unforgettable. You are connected with emotions that are universal, but wrapped in a uniquely Spanish flavour. The dancer and singer in each tablao tell a story, and the movements, song, guitar music, clapping, and tapping all combine to produce a truly evocative and captivating experience. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach for the short drive back to the pier.

Welcome to one of the most charming cities in Spain. Seville's rich history has left the city filled with innumerable monuments like the mammoth cathedral, the third largest in the world, the Giralda Tower, the wonderful palace of the Reales Alcázares, the magical Barrio of Santa Cruz with its narrow streets and the Maestranza bullfighting ring.

Seville

Depart the pier on your coach for a panoramic ride through the city passing by the beautiful Colon Avenue with its typical Sevillian houses, the neoclassical Maestranza bullring (the largest in Spain), the Golden Tower, and the palm tree avenue, where most of the beautiful buildings from the 1929 Ibero-American Exhibition are located. Also see the Expo '92 site with its modern buildings.

Santa Cruz Quarter

Visit the Santa Cruz Quarter, a gleaming maze of white houses and flower-filled patios where Seville´s noble families resided for centuries. A short guided walk will take you through this former Jewish Ghetto area where you will learn this is the heart of Seville.

Return to the pier area and your ship on a short coach ride.

Indulge your senses with the exquisite beauty and flavors of Jerez during this scenic excursion.

Scenic drive to Jerez de la Frontera

Depart from the port of Sevilla and be provided a panoramic tour before you leave the city behind and drive approximately an hour to Jerez de la Frontera. The charming Andalusian town of Jerez de la Frontera is well-known for its sherry wine, its origins extending back nearly 3000 years. The production of sherry wine closely follows the region's political history, influenced by the Phoenician, Greek, Roman, Moorish, Spanish and British empires and was extended to Puerto de Santa Maria.

Cellars of Bodegas Osborne, Sherry Tasting & Local Tapas

Next, visit the cellars or bodegas as they are called in Puerto de Santa Maria. During this guided tour through the wine cellar Bodegas Osborne. Visit the historic wineries and learn firsthand about the winemaking process behind our estate's greatest treasures. Taste the finest wines, find out about the traditional production of our Iberian pork products and enjoy the visit in Osborne's most emblematic cellars.

Walk through the labyrinthic corridors formed by aging-wine barrels. Some of those barrels, called "bota" are over 200 years old and are not on sale as they have an emotional meaning for the company. You will have the unique opportunity to taste wines and appetizers such as the best-awarded ham in the world Jamon 5J and Caña de Lomo 5J (loin cane), served in the room where the Osborne Family still meets today. At the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to buy local products of Osborne. Enjoy these specialties accompanied in the background by a flamenco guitar player.

Spain produces some 45 percent of the world's supply of olive oil, which makes it the largest olive oil producer in the world. Basilippo makes extra virgin olive oil from the arbequina olive, one of the four most important varieties in Spain.

Enjoy a panoramic transfer from the port towards the olive oil estate "Basilippo" located in the surroundings of Sevilla, near the historic village of Carmona.

Olive Oil Estate

Upon arrival, specialized staff of the estate will welcome you and introduce you to the interesting world of olive oil, one of the main products of Andalucia, known worldwide for its healthy properties and full flavour. This estate has won several international prizes thanks to its high quality.

You will visit the olive grove, the family museum and the facilities ending with an olive oil tasting where you will learn the characteristics that make this oil unique.

Carmona

Continue to the nearby village of Carmona which is built on a hill that dominates the green Guadalquivir plain. Featuring a fantastic mixture of the cultures concentrated in the village: baroque churches, Arab architecture and the well-known roman necropolis. Well worth seeing are the Greco-Roman Puerta de Sevilla (city gate); the remains of the Moorish-style fortress, as well as the picturesque streets in the centre lined with white-washed houses, walls and balconies of wrought iron.

Return to the pier on your coach after an approximate 45-minute drive.

According to legend, Sevilla was founded by Hercules and its origins are linked with the Tartessian civilisation. The high point in its history was following the discovery of America in 1492 and for all its important monuments and fascinating history; Sevilla is universally famous for being a joyous town.

Seville

Your day starts with a panoramic bus tour of the city, passing by the beautiful Colón Avenue with its typical Sevillian houses, the Golden Tower, a remnant of Seville's Moorish fortifications, and the beautiful Avenida de Las Palmeras, where most of the impressive buildings left from the Ibero-American Exhibition 1929 are located. You will also see María Luisa Park with its unique impressive 'Plaza España.'

Plaza de La Maestranza

Afterwards you will visit the famous bull-ring "Plaza De La Maestranza" and it's Museum. The Plaza de La Maestranza is, without doubt, one of the most outstanding bullrings in the world. It was built in the 18th century and restored in the mid-20th century. Inside the museum you can see paraphernalia belonging to the greatest bullfighters, such as pictures, paintings, costumes, swords, etc.

Museum of Flamenco Dance

Later, you will visit the 'Museum of Flamenco Dance' where you will find all aspects of this particular art, including dance workshops, temporary painting exhibitions, interactive lessons of flamenco history, guitars, castanets and flamenco costumes. During the tour you will learn everything about the culture that still forms part of the Andalusian lifestyle.

After the visit you will even have the opportunity to participate in flamenco classes, exclusively for you.

Return to the pier area on your coach with a short transfer.

Explore Seville at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car, with a guide. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Seville at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car, with a guide. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Seville at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van, with a guide. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Seville at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van, with a guide. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide commentary.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.