Lovely France and Spain (29 destinations)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an extraordinary 16-day journey through the heart of France and Spain, where history, culture, and stunning landscapes await. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, starting in the romantic city of Paris and concluding in the vibrant capital of Madrid. Along the way, explore iconic landmarks such as the Palace of Versailles, Mont-Saint-Michel, and the medieval town of Carcassonne. Discover the artistic charm of the Loire Valley, the picturesque villages of the Dordogne, and the spiritual sanctuary of Lourdes. Savor the flavors of Bordeaux's wine region and the culinary delights of Valencia. With comfortable accommodations in renowned hotels like Le Bristol Paris and Sofitel (or similar), this tour ensures a seamless blend of guided exploration and leisure time. Whether you're captivated by the allure of Barcelona's modernist architecture or the serene beauty of the Pyrenees, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure through Europe's most enchanting destinations.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Maremagnum in Barcelona, Plaza Mayor and la Latina in Madrid
Transfer: Montmartre district in Paris
Train: Montserrat Monastery
English speaking tour in: PARIS, BARCELONA, MADRID
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
MOULIN ROUGE SHOW 23:00 HRS (2HRS)(145 EUR)
And how could you miss the Parisian night by attending the oldest and most famous cabaret in the world? We talk about the "Moulin Rouge", with more than one hundred years of history. It evokes the moments of the Belle Epoque, in the Parisian district of Pigalle where the concept of the French "varieté" began through great choreographers like the famous French painter Toulouse-Lautrec. More than 100 artists on stage, including 60 dancers from around the world, gigantic aquarium, international attractions and the famous French Cancan. All with one of the fastest scene changes in the world. A show that will not be forgotten. ENTRY OF CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS IS NOT ALLOWED.
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF THE MOULIN ROUGE.
"Due to
to high demand and limited availability,
we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."
Secure
your participation!
NOTE:During the period of celebration of the Olympic Games in the city, traffic restrictions and alterations will be implemented that will affect the normal development of this excursion.
Round-trip transport service from and to the hotel.
- Table reservation. Tips included.
- Show with consumption 1/2 bottle of French champaign per person.
NOTE: No children´s discount.. 15 number of people required.
MOULIN ROUGE SHOW 21:00 HRS (2 HRS)(170 EUR)
And how could you miss the Parisian night by attending the oldest and most famous cabaret in the world? We talk about the "Moulin Rouge", with more than one hundred years of history. It evokes the moments of the Belle Epoque, in the Parisian district of Pigalle where the concept of the French "varieté" began through great choreographers like the famous French painter Toulouse-Lautrec. More than 100 artists on stage, including 60 dancers from around the world, gigantic aquarium, international attractions and the famous French Cancan. All with one of the fastest scene changes in the world. A show that will not be forgotten. ENTRY OF CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS IS NOT ALLOWED.
NOTE: THIS OPTION IS OFFERED AT DESTINATION. SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF THE MOULIN ROUGE. - Round-trip transport service from and to the hotel.
- Table reservation. Tips included.
- Show with consumption 1/2 bottle of French champaign per person.
NOTE: No children´s discount.. 15 number of people required.
SHOW PARADIS LATIN WITH DINNER (2HRS SHOW)(175 EUR)
With the show L´Oiseau Paradis, the Paradis Latin immerses the spectators in a magical world. Performed in a historic room from the Napoleon era and restored by the engineer Gustave Eiffel, the show begins at the entrance hall of the cabaret, where the artists immerse the guests in a surreal and striking atmosphere. This is followed by an hour and a half show during which creatures, dancers, actors, singers, comedians and acrobats in a succession of exceptional scenes enhanced by special effects.
A cast signed by Alain Lagrande, renowned creator of sets for operas, musicals and plays. More than 500 costumes created by the Parisian haute couture house "On Aura tout vu".
This modern show respects the codes of the cabaret and the Parisian revue that privilege the glamour and the French cancan.
Upon arrival you will have dinner accompanied by live music, the menu prepared by the prestigious restaurateur Guy Savoy, ambassador of French gastronomy, then you will enjoy the one and a half hour show.
THIS OPTIONAL WILL BE OFFERED AT THE DESTINATION BY THE GUIDE.
-Transfer to and from the hotel.
-Table reservation. Tips included.
-Show with dinner included.
NOTE: No discount for children.. 15 number of people required.
LATIN QUARTER AND SENA CRUISE (5 HRS)(50 EUR)
In this activity we will have the opportunity to visit two parts of Paris. On the one hand, we will visit the historic heart of the city walking through the charming streets of the Latin Quarter. Streets through which we will be able to discover important points such as the Sorbonne University, the Thermes de Cluny and the Medieval Museum of Paris, Sant Severine Church, Sant Julien-Le Pauvre Church and then we will arrive to the Ile de la Cité where we will visit in its external part one of the most important works of art in France, We will walk along its quays admiring buildings such as the Consergerie, a medieval palace and former residence of the kings of France and the wonderful building of the Hotel de Ville. With our bus we will go to the west of Paris for a cruise on the Seine River, this tour will allow us to enjoy a different view of the main monuments that are on both banks crossing its numerous and admired bridges. NOTE: Due to the fire in the Cathedral we will visit this monument externally.
NOTE:During the period of celebration of the Olympic Games in the city, traffic restrictions and alterations will be implemented that will affect the normal development of this excursion.
-Transfer from hotel.
- Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide.
- Walking tour conducted by a guide specialised in Paris
- Several photo stops at the most iconic sites
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- 1:10h river cruise with the famous Bateaux Mouche. 20 number of people required.
. (5 HRS 30min)(60 EUR)
. -Transfer from hotel.
- Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide.
- Walking tour conducted by a guide specialised in Paris
- Several photo stops at the most iconic sites
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- 1:10h river cruise with the famous Bateaux Mouche
- Tickets to Montparnasse Tower. 20 number of people required.
GUIDED VISIT AT THE BASILICA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA. ANTONIO GAUDI (1H 50MIN)(60 EUR)
La Sagrada Familia OF ANTONI GAUDÍ The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of a genius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewer in the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream. Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with the feelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complex architectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; its three thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based on nature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudí to a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathing the inclined columns branched like trees. - Entrance ticket to the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
- Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
- The visit is conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour
- Transportation by bus to the city centre, where you will have time on your own.. 20 number of people required.
FLAMENCO NIGHT WITH DINNER (2 HRS)(70 EUR)
And how about the evening? Let yourself be carried away by the passion of music and attend a flamenco show that releases intense emotional energy. Not just anywhere, but in a traditional grill restaurant that combines the authentic essence of Spanish cuisine with contemporary touches.
When we think of Spanish cultural heritage,
the art of flamenco
comes to mind.
It is not just music or dance; it is a profound expression of the Spanish people´s character, a unique language conveyed through notes and body movements. Flamenco is pure passion and feeling
, artistically accompanied by guitars, castanets, percussion, clapping, and the frenetic and resonant footwork. We cannot forget
the timeless beauty of the flamenco dresses
, iconic and constantly evolving, yet always true to their roots.
The evening will begin with a
delicious dinner
, and once we have our
glass of sangria
in hand, a group of
dancers, singers, and musicians, on a nearby stage, will make us feel the full passion and power of flamenco
. They will showcase few of its most well-known artistic forms: bulerías, seguidillas, fandangos, and sevillanas.
Don´t miss the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this
fusion of flamenco art and rich Spanish cuisine
, one of the most diverse in the world! Awaken your emotions and let yourself be carried away by the soul of flamenco, the singing, the clapping, and the dancing on this musical journey.
- Transportation by bus from the hotel to the restaurant;
- Excursion managed by an Europamundo guide;
- Dinner with 2 courses and dessert, with wine, water or sangria at your choice;
- Flamenco show with tables close to the stage;
- Transportation by bus from the restaurant to the hotel;
- Show duration: 1:15 h.. 10 number of people required.
PARIS
: NOVOTEL P. D´ITALIE or MERCURE PARIS PTE VERSALLES EXPO or MERCURE PORTE D´ORLEANS
PARIS
: NOVOTEL EST - BAGNOLET or ZENITH CAEN or ADAGIO CAEN CENTRE
Rennes
: NOVOTEL RENNES ALMA or NOVOTEL RENNES ALMA or NOVOTEL AMBOISE
AMBOISE
: NOVOTEL AMBOISE or CAMPANILE LIMOGES CENTRE or CAMPANILE LIMOGES CENTRE
ROCAMADOUR
: DU CHATEAU or DU CHATEAU or MERCURE BORDEAUX CENTRE
BURDEOS
: APPARTCITY CONFORT BDX CHARTRONS or ACE BORDEAUX CARBON BLANC or MERCURE BURDEOS MERIADECK
LOURDES
: HOTEL ALBA or LE MEDITERRANEE or LE MEDITERRANEE
ANDORRA
: HOTEL PANORAMA or YOMO EUREKA or ACTA VORAPORT
BARCELONA
: HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA or CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA or FRONT AIR CONGRESS
VALENCIA
: EUROSTARS ACTEON or EXE REY DON JAIME or EUROSTARS ACTEON
VALENCIA
: DWO VALENCIA or PRAGA or PRAGA
MADRID
: SILKEN PUERTA MADRID or PULLMAN MADRID AIRPORT FERIA
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Paris
- Paris - Arrival day
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Welcome to the enchanting city of Paris! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel, such as Le Bristol Paris (or similar), where you can unwind and enjoy some leisure time. In the afternoon, you'll find essential information about the start of your exciting multi-day tour at the hotel reception.
Day 2 – Day 2: Paris
- Paris
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- Louvre Museum
- Musée de Montmartre
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Embark on a captivating panoramic tour of Paris with a knowledgeable local guide. Discover the artistic charm of Montmartre, famous for its street artists and delightful eateries, perfect for a leisurely lunch. Afterward, return to the hotel, with an optional stop at the iconic Louvre Museum for those wishing to explore further. Enjoy free time in the afternoon, and consider attending an optional evening variety show.
Day 3 – Day 3: Paris
- Paris
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- Palace of Versailles
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Today, venture to the magnificent Palace of Versailles, renowned for its grandeur and exquisite gardens. Enjoy free time in the afternoon back in Paris, with opportunities for a scenic boat trip on the Seine or a visit to the vibrant Latin Quarter.
Day 4 – Day 4: Paris to Caen
- Paris
- Rouen
- Caen
- Giverny
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- Fondation Monet in Giverny
- Parc Michel d'Ornano
- Évreux Cathedral
- More
Depart early from Paris and journey to Normandy, stopping in Giverny to explore Monet's House and its stunning gardens. Continue to Rouen, the capital of Normandy, to admire its medieval streets and cathedral. After a leisurely stroll and lunch, proceed to Arromanches, where the historic beaches serve as a poignant reminder of World War II. Conclude the day in Caen, enjoying leisure time in the central district.
Day 5 – Day 5: Caen to Rennes
- Caen
- Le Mont-Saint-Michel
- Saint-Malo
- Dinan
- Rennes
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- Saint-Malo Intra-Muros
- Mont Saint-Michel
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Begin your day with a visit to Mont-Saint-Michel, a breathtaking site surrounded by the sea. Continue to Saint-Malo, where you can explore the city's formidable walls. After lunch, journey to Dinan, a picturesque town in Brittany, before reaching Rennes, the capital of Brittany, known for its captivating historic center.
Day 6 – Day 6: Rennes to Amboise
- Rennes
- Angers
- Tours
- Villandry
- Amboise
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- Château de Villandry
- Château d'Angers
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Depart for Angers, where you can visit the castle housing the largest medieval tapestry. Continue to the Loire Valley, arriving in Tours for exploration and lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Château de Villandry, famous for its splendid gardens. End the day in Amboise, a city celebrated for its medieval charm, where dinner is included.
Day 7 – Day 7: Amboise to Limoges
- Amboise
- Chenonceaux
- Chambord
- Limoges
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- Château de Chambord
- Château de Chenonceau
- Château de Loches
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Begin your day with a walk to the Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years. Continue to the Château de Chenonceau, an architectural masterpiece spanning the River Cher. Visit the grand Château de Chambord, the largest in the Loire Valley. Conclude the day in Limoges, famous for its porcelain, and explore its historic center, featuring the Saint Etienne Cathedral.
Day 8 – Day 8: Limoges to Rocamadour
- Limoges
- Padirac
- Rocamadour
- Montignac
- Sarlat-la-Canéda
- Beynac
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- Bonaguil Castle
- Lacave caves
- Lascaux 2
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Travel to the Dordogne region, rich in history and picturesque landscapes. Visit the Lascaux Caves to admire the prehistoric cave paintings. Explore Sarlat, a UNESCO World Heritage town with a well-preserved Renaissance center. Discover the medieval Beynac Castle, offering stunning river views. End the day in Rocamadour, a medieval village perched on a cliff, where dinner is included.
Day 9 – Day 9: Rocamadour to Bordeaux
- Rocamadour
- Sarlat-la-Canéda
- Bordeaux
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- Padiparc - Parc zoologique
- Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion
- Cascade d'Autoire
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Visit the awe-inspiring Padirac Chasm, where you'll enjoy a unique underground boat ride. Continue to Collonges-la-Rouge, a charming village known for its red stone architecture. After lunch, head to Saint-Emilion, nestled in the Bordeaux wine region, for a leisurely stroll. Arrive in Bordeaux in the evening.
Day 10 – Day 10: Bordeaux to Lourdes
- Bordeaux
- Lourdes
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- La Foret des Vert'tiges
- Château Peixotto
- Parc de Bourran
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Explore Bordeaux's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the Water Mirror. Visit the Cité du Vin for an interactive wine museum experience, including a wine tasting. Enjoy free time along the Garonne River before heading to Lourdes, where you can visit the renowned sanctuary and attend the candlelit procession. Dinner is included.
Day 11 – Day 11: Lourdes to Andorra
- Lourdes
- Carcassonne
- Foix
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- Foix Castle
- Cité de Carcassonne
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Travel through southern France, starting in Carcassonne, known for its medieval walls and historic district. Continue to Foix, where you can admire the Château de Foix. Journey through the Pyrenees, stopping at the Romanesque church of Sant Joan de Caselles, before reaching Andorra la Vella. Enjoy free time to explore the city or visit Caldea, Europe's largest thermal spa. Dinner is included.
Day 12 – Day 12: Andorra to Barcelona
- Monistrol de Montserrat
- Barcelona
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- Santa Maria de Montserrat
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Enjoy free time in Andorra for shopping or a leisurely walk. After lunch, travel to Catalonia, visiting the impressive Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey. Take a rack train up the mountain to enjoy breathtaking views. Continue to Barcelona, arriving in the late afternoon.
Day 13 – Day 13: Barcelona
- Barcelona
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- Can Planes
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Discover the vibrant city of Barcelona on a panoramic tour, exploring its modernist architecture, bustling Ramblas, and rich history. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to delve deeper into the city's attractions. In the evening, visit Maremagnum, a lively entertainment and dining complex by the sea.
Day 14 – Day 14: Barcelona to Madrid
- Barcelona
- Valencia
- Madrid
- Peníscola / Peñíscola
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- City of Arts and Sciences
- Peniscola Castle
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Travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peñíscola, a charming walled town by the sea. Continue to Valencia, a vibrant port city, arriving around lunchtime. Explore the avant-garde City of Arts and Sciences before heading to Madrid, where you'll enjoy a welcome transfer to Plaza Mayor for an evening of pinchos and wine.
Day 15 – Day 15: Madrid
- Madrid
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- El Retiro Park
- Casa del Labrador
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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Start your day with a comprehensive tour of Madrid, featuring iconic sites like Paseo del Prado and Retiro Park. Visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure, exploring the city's vibrant atmosphere. In the evening, return to your hotel for a relaxing night.
Day 16 – Day 16: Departure from Madrid
- Madrid - Departure day
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After a delightful breakfast, your unforgettable journey comes to an end. Depart with cherished memories of your multi-day tour through France and Spain, filled with cultural experiences and breathtaking sights.
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