Best of Spain & Southern France & Italy Lakes - 19 Days (Small Group)

Following breakfast, we'll head south to Merida, the capital of Extremadura, where you'll visit the spectacular Roman Theater. Then, continue to Seville, the city of light. Optionally, take an evening walk through the Setas de Sevilla for a unique view of the city. Overnight at your hotel.

Today, we'll travel to Cordoba, where you'll visit its impressive Mosque and explore its Arabian-style streets. Then, we'll head to Granada, driving through endless olive groves. In the evening, experience an authentic Gypsy Flamenco show, including dinner. Overnight at your hotel.

After breakfast, visit the Alhambra Palace, a World Heritage Site offering stunning views across the city. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Optionally, explore the Albaicin, a journey through Arabian Granada. Overnight at your hotel.

After breakfast, explore Valencia's old town and the exterior of the avant-garde complex: Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. In the early afternoon, continue your journey towards Barcelona, the main Mediterranean Spanish city. Overnight at your hotel.

Begin your day in Barcelona with a city discovery. See the Barcelona Pavilion and explore the Sagrada Familia. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your own pace. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel.

Start your day with a walking city tour of the Citadel, a medieval fortress dating back to the Gallo-Roman period. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this stunning medieval Southern France town. Overnight at your hotel.

After breakfast, depart to Nimes, the most Roman city outside Italy. Visit the Arena of Nimes and the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge. Overnight at your hotel.

Today, we'll discover the famous Provence capital, Avignon. Visit The Palais des Papes, one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Optionally, board a Rhone River cruise. Overnight at your hotel.

After breakfast, we'll cross the border into Italy, heading for Milan, the northern Italian capital. Visit Milan's Cathedral, the fifth-largest cathedral in the world, and the prestigious La Scala opera house. Overnight at your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a walking city tour of Venice, including Piazza San Marco. The afternoon is at your leisure. Optionally, take a boat to Murano and Burano. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a gondola trip to our welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel.