37 U S A ( To l l - f r e e ) 1-877-381-2914 E m a i l info@theculturalexperience.com Napoleonic Roman bridge at Alcantara. Continue to Ciudad Rodrigo and check-in to our 14th century castle Parador for two nights. Day 5 – Almeida, the Coa and Fuentes de Onoro. On the River Coa we see where ‘Black Bob’ Craufurd so nearly lost his celebrated Light Division and whilst walking through the beautiful walled town of Almeida we see the remains of the castle which was destroyed in a cataclysmic explosion during the siege of 1810. Thence to the village of Fuentes de Oñoro to explore the field of the battle that raged for three days in early May 1811. Day 6 – Ciudad Rodrigo. From our parador we walk along the city walls to the cathedral. We walk-up the Greater Teson where the heavy siege guns were sited and inspect the Great Breach assaulted by Picton’s 3rd Division, and the Lesser Breach, attacked by the Light Division. Continue to Salamanca. Day 7 – Salamanca. Travel to the wonderful battlefield of Salamanca, one of Wellington’s finest victories. We climb the hill above Miranda de Azan and the Greater Arapile from where superb panoramas of the battlefield can be gained. There will be ample opportunity to continue exploration of the magnificent city later in the day. Day 8 – Avila. To Madrid, via the spectacular walled town of Avila, for our return flight to London. “Anyone interested in this period of European history would surely enjoy this tour – historic events, Spanish countryside, wildlife, lovely old towns and wonderful accommodation – a very happy blend. Nick’s knowledge is truly impressive”. The Storming of Ciudad Rodrigo Enjoying a magnificent view Salamanca, Plaza Mayor