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included dinner. The small size of our group Day 8 Carmona • Optional Seville tour
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner the romantic Spanish city renowned for
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This optional tour reveals several of Seville’s
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you may enjoy panoramic views of the city.
even Portuguese control throughout its
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Travelers staying in Carmona will also enjoy
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Old Town. Cozy Plaza San Fernando is home
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us deeper insight into the region. tapas—an essential part of Spanish life—at a
local restaurant.
After lunch on your own, we continue
our journey to the charming Andalusian Please note: If Day 8 falls on a Sunday, we will
town of Carmona, arriving in time for an visit the walled fortress of El Alcázar instead of the
included dinner. Seville Cathedral.

Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast, Dinner

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