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The Best of Spain & Portugal Self Drive
Saturday - Day 1
This evening depart the United States.
Sunday - Day 2
On arrival at the Malaga Airport you will be met by InterGolf Vacations personnel who will assist you with your luggage and transfer to your transportation.
Overnight: Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa : Standard Room - including Continental breakfast
Monday - Day 3
Today play Almenara , Designed by Dave Thomas, this beautiful undulated course is located in the cork-oak forests land in the Sotogrande Estate and provides a quiet and beautiful setting with spectacular views over the sea. Since it's opening in 1999 it has received much acclaim and is considered to be of the highest quality. A golf cart is recommended at Almenara as the course is very hilly.
Overnight: Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa : Standard Room - including Continental breakfast
Tuesday - Day 4
 Today play La Reserva . The newest addition to the courses of Sotogrande. Designed by Cabell Robinson and opened in the autumn of 2003 to outstanding reviews. The course lies within the Sotogrande complex to the north of Valderrama. It can stretch to over 7,000 yards when played from the back tees. Four large lakes dominate much of the landscape and provide hazards.
Overnight: Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa : Standard Room - including Continental breakfast
Wednesday - Day 5
 Play Valderrama , the best known course on the Costa del Sol, having hosted the 1997 Ryder Cup Matches and numerous European Tour and World Golf Championship events. It is a course which invariably is in excellent condition throughout the season and consistently ranked #1 in Continental Europe.
Please note strict handicap limits are set by the club. Men 24 & Ladies 30.
Overnight: Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa : Standard Room - including Continental breakfast
Thursday - Day 6
Today you will have private transfer as you journey from Spain to Portugal.
Overnight: Vila Gale Ampalius: Sea View Room - including Continental breakfast (1 Room, 2 passengers)
Friday - Day 7
 Today play Vilamoura - Old Course . One of the original courses on the Algarve, it was recently renovated and renamed. It is situated on elevated ground and is carved through an umbrella pine forest. The Old Course has hosted the Portuguese Open on numerous occassions.
Please note strict handicap limits are set and enforced by the club. Men 24 & Ladies 28. It is a requirement to produce your handicap certificate or letter of introduction from the club pro, prior to play.
Overnight: Vila Gale Ampalius: Sea View Room - including Continental breakfast
Saturday - Day 8
 Play the Royal Course at Vale Do Lobo , designed by the legendary British golfer Sir Henry Cotton and upgraded in more recent times by the American golf architect Rocky Roquemore, it offers some of the best golf in the Algarve. The 16th hole on the Royal Course is a par-3 which plays along the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and is one of the most recognized holes in Europe.
Overnight: Vila Gale Ampalius: Sea View Room - including Continental breakfast
Sunday - Day 9
 Today play Quinta do Lago South . Built in the mid-1970's, this course has hosted the Portuguese Open on multiple occasions and serves as a fine test of golf. The signature hole is #15, a memorable par 3 which from the championship tees requires a long and precise tee shot over a lake to a green surrounded by pine trees. The course is carved through a pine forest which is part of the Natural Park of Ria Formosa, an eco-system that hosts a great variety of birds.
Overnight: Vila Gale Ampalius: Sea View Room - including Continental breakfast (1 Room, 2 passengers)
Monday - Day 10
Depart Portugal from the Faro Airport.
Tour Price Per Person
2006 - Golfer: $4,395.00 Non Golfer: $2995.00 Single Supplement:
$695.00
Price based on travel in September. Seasonal supplements may be applicable for travel in other months.
For information on optional medical and travel interruption insurance click here. IMPORTANT : Please review the InterGolf Vacations Travel Protection Plan including "Cancellation For Any Reason" waiver.
Tour Includes; Accommodation in hotels listed with room category and dining basis as detailed in the schedule. Green fees for rounds of golf as listed in schedule. Ground transportation throughout as detailed below. Assistance of InterGolf Vacation's local office at your destination. Travel pack with useful information on areas visited in your tour. Local taxes. Conditions Of Quote It is priced in United States Dollars (US$). It is good for a period of 30 days from the date as quoted on the schedule. Rates do increase, and we recommend that you save a copy of this quotation for your own records. It neither implies nor provides any assurance of availability for the above inclusions. Should you wish to book your personalized tour with InterGolf Vacations, or discuss the options in more depth, please contact a Golf Travel Specialist on 1-800-468-0051 or Golftrip@InterGolfVacations.com To guarantee these rates we require a $1,000 deposit per person, their name and golfer's handicap and home club at the time the reservations are requested.
GROUND TRANSPORTATIONYour travel throughout is as follows:
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Typical 4 Passenger Vehicle : Seat Alhambra Minivan or similar with manual transmission, suitable for up to 4 passengers with luggage and golf clubs. Rental includes Collision Damage Waiver Insurance*, Unlimited mileage, Theft Protection Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance and VAT. *Excess applicable on the Damage Insurance.
Automatic minivan only available in Spain.
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HOTEL INFORMATION
| ALMENARA GOLF HOTEL & SPA
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| This deluxe hotel which opened in September of 1999 has achieved much recognition in a short time. Each of its rooms are set within individual Andalucian villas. With only 150 rooms, the hotel maintains a charm, not always found in newer properties. Additionally, the hotel enjoys superb views of the neighboring countryside and is well situated for the best golf courses on the Costa del Sol.
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| VILA GALE AMPALIUS
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| The Vila Gale Ampalius is located in Vilamoura in the heart of the Algarve. Conveniently situated between the casino, the marina and the beach facing the sea. It's location is ideal for the many excellent golf courses in the Vilamoura area. This large modern hotel contains 357 rooms, most affording a seaview, and all fully air conditioned. Facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, health club and sauna, Jacuzzi and gymnasium.
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AIRLINE & TRAVEL PROTECTION INFORMATION
INTERGOLF VACATIONS AIRLINE DEPARTMENT InterGolf Vacations offers a full service air department to assist in the planning and coordination of airline travel. We encourage you to consider traveling on one of our Preferred Airlines; British Airways, US Airways or British Midland (bmi) which collectively provide an extensive route network to all of our destination cities. For further details on our air travel services and competitive rates please call 1 800 468 0051 ext 230 or email air@InterGolfVacations.com
InterGolf Vacations offers significantly discounted Business Class fares. Please ensure that you inquire about these. Airline reservations can also be booked for Frequent Flyer Upgrades.
TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN - InterGolf Vacations recommends that you have luggage, accident and trip cancellation insurance. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate coverage. Check with your insurance company or travel agent. You may learn more about the InterGolf Vacations Travel Protection Plan by visiting here. If purchased within seven days of the initial deposit, this Protection Plan includes a "Cancellation for Any Reason" waiver. The Protection Plan is only available to Citizens or Permanent Residents of the USA or Canada.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Changes: After deposits have been received and confirmation has been issued, any changes requested by the client are subject to an administrative fee of $50.00 per change per person in addition to any charges which may be made by suppliers for cancellations. In most cases, changes cannot be made less than 60 days before travel.
Handicap Certificate: Most courses require visitors to be a member of a recognized golf club and to hold official handicaps, with some courses imposing a maximum handicap restriction. InterGolf Vacations endorses this viewpoint and recommends that players travel with a valid handicap certificate from their golf club which they may be required to produce.
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