The Romans, and the Arabs, along with the Phoenicians, knew of the great healing powers of the "Balnearios".
In Spain, "Balnearios" the Spanish word for Watering Places or Spas, have maintained a great assortment and high quality of mineral/medicinal waters. These Watering Places or Spas are committed to rejuvenating tired and ailing organisms offering a refreshing alternative to the conventional holiday.
Spain Adventures selects "Balnearios" which are typically located in beautiful natural locations and are famous for their idyllic surroundings. They are not simply health centers, but also places of recreation and social activity. Most of the "Balnearios" have their own magnificently appointed Hotels, which offer something for everyone: children, sports enthusiasts, businessmen, and even the elderly.
Enjoy your day availing yourself to all the services of the "Balnearios’," or exercise the natural way by hiking or biking through designated Spain Adventure routes. Find relief from the stressful pace of everyday life in this most captivating environment which boasts an enchanting mix of historical constructions and modern comforts.
2009 Dates: January through November
Price: $4995
Lodging: Luxury Spa
Itinerary
Day 1 Morning arrival and transfer to our hotel in the center of the city and at the doorstep of the Prado Museum, the Thyssen–Bornemisza and the Reina Sofía. After coffee and presentation of the tour, we will have lunch and a guided visit to the Prado Museum. Your afternoon is free to explore the city and visit the incredible shops of Madrid. After a paella dinner we will attend a Flamenco show in an authentic "tablado".
Day 2 After a ride in the AVE (bullet train) to Sevilla we will have lunch and a guided visit to the old Jewish quarters, enter into the Cathedral and the magnificent Alcázar palaces and gardens.
Day 3 We shuttle to Jerez de la Frontera, the capital of Sherry wines, and we will visit the famous Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre. The center for classical Spanish Riding, the Royal Andalusian School is famous throughout the world for its dancing horse show called "Como Bailan los Caballos". After a visit to Cádiz, the old port town, which saw much trading with the Spanish and American colonies, we will arrive in Arcos de la Frontera, a city dramatically perched on top of a cliff overlooking the river Guadalete, vast plains and distant sierras.
Day 4 Today we travel through the natural reserve of the Sierras de Grazalema with its’ mountains emerging spectacularly from the deep Mediterranean forests. We will stop in the towns of Ubrique, the leather capital of Spain, Grazalema and Setenil, a unique town carved into the rock of a canyon wall. Our hotel is in Ronda the capital of the Sierras, and the birthplace of bullfighting.
Day 5 A guided morning walking tour through the charming town of Ronda where we will visit the famous bullring which is the oldest and perhaps the most beautiful in Spain. Later, we shuttle to Marbella where you will begin your 5 days of complete and total luxury treatment.
Day 6 This morning your orientation meeting is with the Spa specialists who will inform you of the program schedule, inspire and motivate you as you embark upon the journey that could change your life. For the next 5 days your Hotel is the world renowned Spa Incosol, in Marbella a center ahead of its time offering a new concept of health and relaxation. Incosol offers a modern hotel with luxury services, unequalled facilities and the most advanced health and beauty treatments.
Day 7-10 During this time you will experience a treatment program developed for you in conjunction with the Spa. Package at the Spa includes: Personalized food management Limited medical examination Personalized activities Sporting activities Aquagym Aerobic Activities Manual Massage Facial Treatment Spain Adventure guided tours
Day 11 Departures
