Catalonia, south of France and Provence
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour that takes you through the heart of Catalonia, French Catalonia, and Provence. This journey is a blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore medieval cities, walk through picturesque streets, visit impressive castles, and marvel at UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the charming coastal town of Colliure to the vibrant city of Marseille, every destination offers a unique experience. Discover the birthplace of the painter Paul Cezanne, the seat of the Catholic popes in Avignon, and the best walled city in Europe, Carcassonne. This tour is a perfect blend of guided visits and free time, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Enjoy local cuisine, meet friendly locals, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Included
Basic travel insurance included.
Breakfast buffet
Carcasona
: CERISE CARCASSONNE SUD 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: Carcasone castle, 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.
Destinations
Narbonne
Aix-en-Provence
Marseille
Barcelona
Carcassonne
Girona
Avignon
CollioureMap
Attractions
Pont du Gard
Saint Michael of Carcassonne
Sant Ferran CastleDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Catalonia - Gerona - Besalú - Colliure - Carcassonne
- Barcelona
- Girona
- Besalú
- Collioure
- Carcassonne - Arrival day
- More
- Sant Ferran Castle
- More
Welcome to Catalonia! We start our journey heading north to the historic city of Gerona, where you can explore medieval buildings and the impressive Cathedral of Santa María. We then proceed to the medieval town of Besalú, where you can enjoy lunch and explore its fortified stone bridge and castle. Our journey continues to the charming coastal town of Colliure in French Catalonia, known for its beach, port, and impressive castle. We end the day in Carcassonne, Europe's best walled city. Enjoy a night stroll along the illuminated walls and dine in one of the local restaurants.
Day 2 – Day 2: Carcassonne - Narbonne - Marseille
- Carcassonne
- Marseille
- Narbonne
- More
- Saint Michael of Carcassonne
- More
Start your day with a guided visit to the impressive County Castle of Carcassonne and its medieval walls. After some free time, we head to the picturesque city of Narbonne, where you can explore its historic center. The day ends in Marseille, France's second-largest city. Enjoy an evening stroll through the lively 'Vieux Port' and dine in one of the local restaurants.
Day 3 – Day 3: Marseille - Aix en Provence - Avignon - Barcelona
- Marseille
- Avignon
- Barcelona
- Aix-en-Provence
- More
- Pont du Gard
- Palais des Papes
- More
Today we explore Provence. Our first stop is Aix en Provence, the birthplace of painter Paul Cezanne. Enjoy a stroll through its magnificent historic center. We then proceed to Avignon, a walled city on the banks of the Rhône that was once the seat of the Catholic popes. Visit the immense Palace of the Popes and enjoy some free time for lunch. Our next stop is the impressive Roman aqueduct, Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We end the day in Barcelona, arriving in the evening.
Day 4 – Day 4: Departure from Barcelona
- Barcelona - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, our memorable journey comes to an end. We hope you enjoyed your tour and look forward to seeing you on your next adventure.
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