Routes
Culture Routes | 7 nights
A journey through the most significant places in the life and times of Miguel de Cervantes. Visitors may also visit enclaves intimately linked to the author's famous work, Don Quixote of La Mancha.
The route includes the following Paradores:
Oropesa: First and second days
La Mancha - land of plains, errant knights and vassals - provides visitors with the chance to discover on this journey. Our route begins in Oropesa where visitors can explore the 16th-century Jesuit School, the 15th-century Nuestra Señora de la Asunción church and the 15th-century New Palace.
Sigüenza: Third day
On arriving in the city, visitors are duly amazed by its beauty - a unique town centre overlooked by the Castle where the Parador is located. There are many interesting places in town such as the Cathedral, the Plaza Mayor, the Casa del Doncel, Las Clarisas de Santiago gateway, San Vicente parish church and the Santa María parish church. Explore and uncover squares and streets to travel to a glorious past.
Cuenca: Fourth day
The magical city of Cuenca awaits discovery with its Hanging Houses, Cathedral, San Miguel church and San Pedro church, Las Descalzas convent and San Nicolás, amongst other monuments, and the beauty of the nearby Enchanted City where stone comes to life. There is the Abstract Art Museum for art lovers and the unbeatable Castile-La Mancha Science Museum and the provincial Archaeology Museum for those with a thirst for knowledge and surprises.
Albacete: Fifth day
Lunch (only for half board route).
A stop on the way to Cuenca to taste the cuisine at this beautiful Parador set in a Castle. Despite being a small town, Alarcón houses treasures such as the churches of Santa María (6th century), La Trinidad (13th and 14th centuries), San Juan Bautista and Santo Domingo de Silos. A stroll around the Plaza Mayor or exploring the remains of the walls are further marvels hidden in town. Las Hoces del Río Cabriel Nature Reserve lies near the Parador and is a unique spot for nature lovers, where the stunning "Los Cuchillares" rock formations stand out.
One night stay.
The largest city in Castile-La Mancha with its La Mancha farmhouse-like Parador. Explore the Municipal Archaeology Museum and wander the streets in the city where life's small things are appreciated. Chinchilla de Montearagón is located near the Parador, where a visit up to the castle to appreciate the hills of La Mancha and the plains making it famous may be enjoyed. Other interesting visits include Alcala del Júcar and the Sierras de Alcaraz and Segura.
Almagro: Sixth day
This white village sits in La Mancha plain like a boat in the middle of a sea of plains. The city houses many interesting spots such as Los Fucares Storehouse, the famous Corral de Comedias, the stunning Plaza Mayor and the National Theatre Museum. The many large houses and palaces spread throughout the town are also highlights.
Manzanares: Seventh day
A place to relax and unwind on the La Mancha route. There are beautiful nature spots such as Las Lagunas de Ruidera or Las Tablas de Daimiel near Manzanares, the latter being an important bird sanctuary where birds have found a protected space and visitors may discover constantly evolving nature.
Rates
Route with bed and breakfast (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 368 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 280 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 368 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 736 euros.
Route with half board (full route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 592 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 392 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 592 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 960 euros.
The route includes:
Seven nights stay in a standard double room in selected board type (bed and breakfast or half board).
The route does not include:
Transport is down to guest/s as are trips or tickets to monuments and places of interest (information provided is merely a guide).
Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions:
Starting on Sunday and finishing on Sunday.
Dates of the stay and establishments may not be changed or modified en route.
The route and rates are not valid for groups.
Credit card required for booking guarantee.
Validity dates:
This route is valid for routes starting between 3 January and 11 July 2010 (inclusive). Routes starting between 22 August and 19 December 2010 (inclusive). Except routes starting on: 28 March 2010.
PLEASE NOTE: Once en route, failure to check-in at any Parador on the route without prior notice leads to automatic cancellation at that Parador as well as the others on the route.
Cancellations and no-shows:
Cancellations made less than 5 working days prior to the date of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to the cost of the first night's stay on the route.
Cancellations made during the course of the route will not be entitled to any refund of the price paid.
No-shows: Failure to keep your reservation for the first night of the route will result in cancellation of the entire route, and will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to the cost of the first night's stay.