Routes

Travel around monastic lands. Experience worship and culture. Hear the murmur of the bells. Finally, stop along the way and feel the history of the walls, breathing in the magic in the hallows.

The route includes the following Paradores:

Soria: First day

Must-sees in Soria include two cultural and monumental points of reference which are characteristic of the city: San Polo and San Saturio, with a poplar-lined avenue along the riverbank. The nearby towns of Almarza, Narros, Golmayo and Arnacón have all retained their rural appearance. In Garray, less than 15 kilometers from the provincial capital, you will find the Numancia archeological site, which includes educational facilities. Also of interest are Burgo de Osma and the nearby Río Lobos Nature Reserve. On your way to Olite, you can stop near the Moncayo Nature Reserve to visit the Real Monastero de Veruela, founded around 1145, and site of a future Parador.

Olite: Second day

As you approach Olite and see the town silhouetted against the horizon, you will feel that much awaits your discovery. The town offers you the opportunity to discover the palace of the Kings of Navarre, Sta. María la Real Church, San Pedro Apóstol Church, and Carlos III Square. You can explore the world of wine in the Navarre Museum of Wine and Vineyards (Museo del Vino y la Viña de Navarra), which is located in the same lovely square as the Parador. Another highlight is the nearby Oliva Monastery, a Cistercian abbey which was given this rank in 1948, following a restoration.

Sos del Rey Catolico: Third day

Located to the north of the Cinco Villas (Five Towns) region, Sos has retained a medieval atmosphere in the steep streets of its center. Its proximity to Navarre made this an important military site, and King Fernando the Catholic was born here. Of interest to visitors is the 11th-century San Esteban Parish Church, and the ruins of the castle. The walls, which date from a later period, surround the village, intermingling with the houses built right up against them. The key element is La Fuente Alta Tower, also known as La Reina. Also not to be missed are San Salvador de Leyre Monastery, near Sos, a Benedictine abbey, and Javier Castle, birthplace of Saint Francis Xavier. Other highlights include Sangüesa, Uncastillo, Sadaba and Tauste.

Rates

Route with bed and breakfast (full Route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 159 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 30 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 159 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 318 euros.

Route with half board (full Route price. VAT included):
Per person in standard double room: 246 euros.
Per child in extra bed (children up to 12): 75 euros.
Per adult in extra bed: 246 euros.
Double room for single occupancy: 405 euros.

The Route includes:
Three nights’ stay in a standard double room with the meal option of your choice (Bed and Breakfast or Half Board)

The Route does not include:
Transport, which is the responsibility of the guest(s)
Tours or tickets to monuments or places of interest (details provided for informational purposes only)

Terms and Conditions

General Terms and Conditions

The route begins on Sunday and ends on Wednesday.

Neither the dates of your stay, nor the hotels, may be altered or changed during the route.

This route is valid for visits starting February 20-July 10 (inclusive) and August 21-December 18, 2011 (inclusive). Except visits starting April 17, May 15 and December 4, 2011.

This route and rates are not valid for groups.

The client must carry a valued voucher up to the total amount of the Route indicating the name of the Route. This voucher will be given to the first Parador of the Route.

Cancellations

Cancellations made less than 48 hours 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 on the first day 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.

Once the route has begun, failure to keep your reservation at any Parador without giving prior notice will result in automatic cancellation of the reservation at that Parador, as well as at the remaining Paradors on the route.