Normandy, all of France and Barcelona
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of Europe, starting from the romantic city of Paris and ending in the vibrant city of Barcelona. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of France and Spain. From the impressionist art in Giverny, the medieval streets of Rouen, the iconic Mont Saint Michel, to the stunning Loire Valley, the prehistoric caves of Lascaux, and the world heritage sites of Bordeaux and Carcassonne, every day brings a new adventure. The tour also includes a visit to the breathtaking Pyrenees and the lively Mediterranean city of Marseille. The journey concludes in Barcelona, a city renowned for its unique architecture and vibrant culture. This tour is perfect for those who love history, art, nature, and gastronomy, and who want to explore Europe at a leisurely pace.
Included
Evening transfer: Maremagnum in Barcelona
Basic travel insurance
CAEN
: ZENITH CAEN or NOVOTEL RENNES ALMA or NOVOTEL AMBOISE
Limoges
: CAMPANILE LIMOGES CENTRE or DU CHATEAU or MERCURE BORDEAUX CENTRE
BURDEOS
: APPARTCITY CONFORT BDX CHARTRONS or ACE BORDEAUX CARBON BLANC or HOTEL ALBA
LOURDES
: LE MEDITERRANEE or IBIS MARSEILLE CENTRE EUROMED or NOVOTEL SUITES MARSEILLE EUROMED
BARCELONA
: CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA or ACTA VORAPORT or HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA
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.
City tour in: BARCELONA
Ticket admission: Monet´s house in Giverny, Villandry gardens , Chenonceau castle , castle park of Chambord , Museum and replica of Lascaux caves, Beynac castle , Beynac castle , Padirac caves , Cité du Vin in Bordeaux , aqueduct of the Pont du Gard
English speaking tour in: BARCELONA
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.
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.
Meals as stated
3 dinner included in: AMBOISE, ROCAMADOUR, LOURDES
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Paris - Giverny - Rouen - Arromanches - Caen
- Paris
- Rouen
- Caen
- Giverny - Arrival day
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- Biotropica, animal gardens
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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.
Day 2 – Day 2: Caen - Mont Saint Michel - Saint Malo - Dinan - Rennes
- Caen
- Dinan
- Rennes
- Le Mont-Saint-Michel
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- Mont Saint-Michel
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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.
Day 3 – Day 3: Rennes - Angers - Tours - Amboise
- Rennes
- Angers
- Villandry
- Amboise
- Tours
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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.
Day 4 – Day 4: Amboise - Chenonceaux - Chambord - Limoges
- Amboise
- Chenonceaux
- Chambord
- Limoges
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- Château de Montpoupon
- Château de Talcy
- Château de Chenonceau
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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.
Day 5 – Day 5: Limoges - Lascaux - Sarlat - Beynac - Rocamadour
- Limoges
- Rocamadour
- Sarlat-la-Canéda
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- Bonaguil Castle
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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.
Day 6 – Day 6: Rocamadour - Padirac - Collonges la Rouge - St. Emilion - Bordeaux
- Rocamadour
- Padirac
- Bordeaux
- Saint-Émilion
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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.
Day 7 – Day 7: Bordeaux - Lourdes
- Bordeaux
- Lourdes
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- Château Peixotto
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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.
Day 8 – Day 8: Lourdes - Carcassonne - Narbonne - Marseille
- Lourdes
- Carcassonne
- Narbonne
- Marseille
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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.
Day 9 – Day 9: Marseille - Aix en Provence - Avignon - Barcelona
- Marseille
- Avignon
- Barcelona
- Aix-en-Provence
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- Pont du Gard
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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.
Day 10 – Day 10: Barcelona
- Barcelona
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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.
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Barcelona
- Barcelona - Departure day
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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.
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