Paris, Provence and Barcelona
Culture can be expressed in many ways. In Paris, the Eiffel Tower demonstrates French ingenuity. In Provence, rolling fields of lavender bring Impressionist masterpieces to mind. Carcassonne's fortress walls connect the city to its medieval past, while Barcelona’s highlights reveal some of Spain’s most creative minds, from Gaudí’s Parque Guell to the Picasso Museum.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Paris
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Île de la Cité
- Conciergerie
- Sainte-Chapelle
Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Hôtel des Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 4: Paris
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Day 5: Paris • Provence
Travel by TGV train to Avignon
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a tour of Avignon
Travel to Provence
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Day 6: Provence
Visit the Pont du GardTake a tour of Nîmes
Visit the Nîmes Ampitheatre
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Day 7: Provence • Carcassonne • Barcelona
Travel via Carcassonne to Barcelona
Take a tour of Carcassonne
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Day 8: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Gothic Quarter
- Montjuïc
Guided visit of Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona Flamenco Evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and gypsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. A beverage is included during the two-hour performance.
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Day 9: Barcelona
Add this in-depth excursion:
Art Workshop
After seeing Antoni Gaudí’s colourful artistry up close at Park Güell, you’ll be inspired to create some of your own. This one-hour art workshop is your chance. First, try your hand at creating your own Guadi-inspired glass and ceramic tiles. While tiles are in the kiln, each guest will also have an opportunity try their hand on a clay pottery wheel. Students will fire their pots and tiles then take them home as a personalized souvenirs.
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Visit the Picasso Museum -
Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by AVE train to Madrid
Visit the PradoTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
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Day 11: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Paris
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Île de la Cité
- Conciergerie
- Sainte-Chapelle
Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Hôtel des Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 4: Paris
Visit the Louvre -
Day 5: Paris • Provence
Travel by TGV train to Avignon
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a tour of Avignon
Travel to Provence
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Day 6: Provence
Visit the Pont du GardTake a tour of Nîmes
Visit the Nîmes Ampitheatre
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Day 7: Provence • Carcassonne • Barcelona
Travel via Carcassonne to Barcelona
Take a tour of Carcassonne
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Day 8: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Gothic Quarter
- Montjuïc
Guided visit of Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona Flamenco Evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and gypsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets and clapping. A beverage is included during the two-hour performance.
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Day 9: Barcelona
Add this in-depth excursion:
Art Workshop
After seeing Antoni Gaudí’s colourful artistry up close at Park Güell, you’ll be inspired to create some of your own. This one-hour art workshop is your chance. First, try your hand at creating your own Guadi-inspired glass and ceramic tiles. While tiles are in the kiln, each guest will also have an opportunity try their hand on a clay pottery wheel. Students will fire their pots and tiles then take them home as a personalized souvenirs.
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Visit the Picasso Museum -
Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by AVE train to Madrid
Visit the PradoTake a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
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Day 11: Madrid
Tour Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Hotels
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Notre-Dame; Louvre; Palais de Papes; Pont du Gard; Amphitheater; Calanques; Parque Guell; Picasso Museum; With extension: Madrid Royal Palace; Prado
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