Date:Saturday, 24 June 2017
Time: 09:45-12:45
Duration of tour: 3h 30m
Location: Seville historic centre
 

Description of activity:
The tour begins in front of the Melia Sevilla with an offical local English speaking guide and allows attendees to avoid waiting in all ticket lines (if tickets are still available... they can sell out). This walking tour takes place along two of the most important sites in Seville: the Royal Palace and the Santa Cruz Quarters. 

The Royal Palace of Seville, Alcazar, is one of the most visited monuments of Spain. The Alcazar was a luxurious and magnificent palace belonging to the Arabic Kings of Seville in Medieval times. It is considered the twin brother of the famous Alhambra palace of Granada. It is now the occasional residence of present kings whenever they stay in Seville.

Santa Cruz District is the name of the old Jewish sector of the city. It is located besides the Cathedral and Alcazar and it is now a quiet pedestrian area with plenty of narrow streets, flowers, chapels and taverns.

Guests should bring bottles of water, a hat, and wear sun cream.
 

Date: Friday, 23 June 2017 
Time: 09:30 to 17:30
Duration: 8h
Location: Córdoba is a 90m drive from Seville
 

Description of activity:

You will travel to the city of Córdoba, via motorcoach, with a local English speaking guide. This trip includes entrance into the Synagogue and the Mosque/Cathedral and allows attendees to avoid waiting in all ticket lines.

Córdoba is equally impressive today as it was in the past. Many don't know that in the 11th century, it was one of the most important capitals in Europe. People from many different cultural and religious backgrounds were living peacefully together. There were many important philosophers, scientists and artists who emerged from here. 

Learning about Córdoba's cultural background and visiting its great monuments, such as: the world famous Mezquita, the Moorish Mosque and museums, you will certainly find interesting aspects of each.  

Córdoba is a lively traditional Andalusian town with narrow streets of Moorish style houses, balconies and flowers everywhere, and Flamenco. This is certainly one of the most attractive destinations in southern Spain.

Once you arrive in Córdoba, you will visit one of the most well-known monuments in the city, the old Mosque. You will enjoy the beauty of the Mosque, with its artistic arches, columns, patios and treasures. This amazing building dates back to the early Medieval ages when Córdoba was the capital of the prosperous Moorish kingdom. At that time, Córdoba had one million inhabitants making it the most crowded city in the world. 

After, you will enter the Jewish quarters which is one of the most beautiful and popular parts of the town. Many centuries ago, Córdoba was a great example of how many different cultures could live peacefully together. At that time, Christians, Jews, and Moors were living together, sharing cultures and traditions. It was the most prosperous time in Córdoba history.

Schedule for Córdoba:

09:30 Meet & Greet with the guides in the lobby of the hotel Melia Sevilla
09:40 Coach transfer to Córdoba (optional comfort stop if necessary)
11:35 Estimated arrival in Córdoba (stop at the side of the Roman Bridge) / Walk to the Mosque
11:55 Guided tour of the Mosque/Cathedral
12:50 Guided tour of the Jewish quarter including the Synagogue
13:30 Lunch at leisure / Free time in the city center
15:30 Meet & Greet with your guides at the foot of the Mosque / Walking transfer back to the coaches
15:45 Coach transfer back to Seville
17:30 Estimated arrival in Seville / End of the tour 
 

Guests should bring bottles of water, a hat, money to purchase lunch, and wear sun cream.

Date: Thursday, 22 June 2017
Time: 10:00-13:00
Duration of tour: 3h
Location: Seville historic centre
 

Description of activity:

This tour will begin in front of the Melia Sevilla. (transportation by bus)

Your complete tour of the Cathedral and Giralda Tower will be guided by a private English speaking guide and allow you to avoid waiting in all ticket lines (if tickets are still available... they can sell out).

This tour will include a complete panoramic view tour of Seville, including: the Plaza de España, Golden Tower, Seville Bullring, Palace of San Telmo and Maria Luisa Park. 

The Cathedral of Seville is one of the most relevant historic buildings in Spain. It is the 3rd largest Christian temple in the world after St. Peter in the Vatican and St. Paul in London.

The building of this monument began as a large Muslim mosque during the 11th century. It was later partially destroyed by the Christian Reconquista of the city and turned into a gothic cathedral. However, it still kept parts of the beautiful Moorish architecture. 

Construction of the Cathedral took place over many centuries and today the Cathedral is a mix of Arabic, Gothic Renaissance, and Neo-Classic styles. 

Guests should bring bottles of water, a hat, and wear sun cream.

As a fun networking event, ACBS is organizing a wine and tapas event on 22 June, 2017 at the Restaurant La Raza

This event is complimentary for ACBS World Conference registrants, and included with your registration. 

What: Wine and Tapas Social

When: 22 June, 2017 - 19:00-21:00

Where: Restaurant La Raza  (Restaurant La Raza is only a 10 minute walk from the Melia Sevilla Hotel, and on the way to the historic city center.)