Normandy, all of France and Barcelona

Kick off your European adventure with an early departure from Paris to Normandy. Our first stop is the charming village of Giverny, where we'll explore Monet’s House and its stunning gardens, a cradle of Impressionist art. We then journey to Rouen, the capital of Normandy, known for its medieval streets and cathedral. After a leisurely lunch, we head to Arromanches, a poignant reminder of the World War II landings in France. Our final stop for the day is Caen, where you'll have some free time to explore the central district.

Our journey continues to the iconic Mont Saint Michel, where you'll have time to visit the Abbey perched atop this island city. We then travel through the Bretagne region to Saint Malo, a city known for its powerful walls. After lunch, we head to Dinan, a charming Breton village. The day concludes in Rennes, the capital of Bretagne, where you can explore its monumental historic center.

We depart for Angers, where you can visit the castle that houses the largest medieval tapestry about the Apocalypse. We then continue to Tours, the capital of the Loire Valley, for lunch and exploration. In the afternoon, we visit the famous Villandry Palace, known for its stunning gardens and flowers. We end the day in Amboise, a city with an interesting medieval quarter, where you'll be accommodated for the night.

Start your day with a stroll from Amboise to the Clos Lucé mansion, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years. We then delve deeper into the Loire region to explore the iconic Château de Chenonceau, built like a bridge over the River Cher. Next, we visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley. Our journey continues into central France, with a stop in Limoges, renowned for its porcelain. We suggest visiting its historic center, where the highlight is Saint Etienne Cathedral.

We leave Limoges for the Dordogne, a region brimming with charming villages and unforgettable countryside. Our first stop is Lascaux, where we'll visit the museum and replica of the caves, showcasing magnificent prehistoric cave paintings. We then head to Sarlat, a world heritage town with a well-preserved Renaissance historic center. After lunch, we visit Beynac and its medieval castle overlooking the river. The day concludes in Rocamadour, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary nestled over a ravine.

We start the day with a visit to the impressive Padirac caves, where we'll enjoy a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground. We then stop at Collonges la Rouge, a picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St James. After lunch, we travel to St. Emilion, located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine producing region. The day concludes in Bordeaux, where we arrive in the late afternoon.

Spend the morning exploring Bordeaux, a city declared a world heritage site. Visit the Cité du Vin, an impressive interactive museum that recounts the history of wine and its production. After lunch, we continue our journey towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes in the mid-afternoon. Here, you'll have time to see the sanctuary and we recommend attending the candle procession.

We travel through the south of France and stop in Carcassonne, a city surrounded by the most beautiful walls in Europe. After lunch, we continue to Narbonne, where you'll have free time to explore this historic Occitan city. We end the day in Marseille, the second largest city in France. We recommend a walk through its vibrant 'Vieux port', full of life and small restaurants.

Today, we discover Provence. We start in Aix en Provence, the birthplace of painter Paul Cezanne. We then continue to Avignon, a walled city on the banks of the Rhône that was the seat of the Catholic popes. After lunch, we visit the impressive Roman aqueduct, Pont du Gard. We continue our route towards Catalonia, arriving in Barcelona in the evening.

In the morning, we include a city tour of Barcelona, one of the most interesting European capitals, famous for Gaudí and its modernist architecture. You'll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, we include a transfer to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center and restaurants facing the sea, where you can stroll through this lively area and dine.

After breakfast, your unforgettable European journey comes to an end, leaving you with lasting memories of the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of France and Spain.