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Highlights of France and Barcelona (Bus Tour)

Summary:

One of our most popular France and Spain trips, this jam-packed journey from Paris to Barcelona is a feast for every sense, from lunch with locals and elegant châteaux in the Loire Valley, to the buzz of Avignon’s Place de l’Horloge and the irresistible F...

Duration
10 Days
Countries
3
Next Departure
25-Apr-2025
Starting at
USD 3,395.00
Price per day
USD 340.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Trafalgar Tours
Tour
Highlights of France and Barcelona
Travel Style
Bus Tour
Categories
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Map: Highlights of France and Barcelona (Trafalgar)

Summary

One of our most popular France and Spain trips, this jam-packed journey from Paris to Barcelona is a feast for every sense, from lunch with locals and elegant châteaux in the Loire Valley, to the buzz of Avignon’s Place de l’Horloge and the irresistible French Riviera.

Day 1
Welcome To Paris
Day 2
Explore The Sights Of Paris
Day 3
Chartres And Châteaux In The Loire Valley Connect ...
Day 4
Onwards To Lyon
Day 5
Journey To Papal Avignon And On To The French Rivi...
Day 6
Enjoy Monaco And The Cote D'azur
Day 7
Off To Colourful Arles And Carcassonne
Day 8
Pass The Pyrenees To Barcelona Dive Into Culture
Day 9
Discover Lively Barcelona
Day 10
Journey Home

Countries (3): France, Monaco, Spain

Travel Cities (8): Arles, Avignon, Barcelona, Carcassonne, Lyon, Monaco-Ville, Nice, Paris

Highlights

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

  • Villandry: Return to 17th-century France and join the de Montferrier family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a traditional three-course Tourangelle Be My Guest dinner paired with local wines.

Dive into Culture

  • Figueres: Visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum, considered Salvador Dalí's last great work offering visitors real insight into his captivating world.

Iconic Experience

  • Paris: Explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris on an orientation drive this evening.
  • Paris: Join a Local Specialist to discover the hidden squares and secret lanes of Paris.
  • Chateau Chenonceau: Visit Château de Chenonceau or commonly known as 'Ladies Castle' which got its name from the many women who influenced its construction.
  • Chartres: Bask in the beautiful religious architecture from the 13th century as you explore the town of Chartres.
  • Lyon: Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour through Lyon's historic centre. Ascend Fourvière hill for panoramic views of of the city below.
  • Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
  • Nice: Enjoy exploring the beautiful coastal city of Nice on the French Riviera.
  • Monaco City: See the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married.
  • Carcassonne: Explore the fortified city of Carcassonne with a Local Specialist.
  • Barcelona: With your Local Specialist, see Las Ramblas and the elegant Passeig de Gràcia to take in some of the city's finest Modernist architecture. Journey past the beautiful façades of the Eixample district to see the exterior of Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerizing Sagrada Família

Must-see Highlights

  • Explore Paris, Lyon, Carcassonne and Barcelona
  • Discover Avignon, Nice, Monaco and Arles
  • Visit Château de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley and the Dalí Theatre and Museum in Figueres
  • View Eiffel Tower and Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris, Chartres Cathedral, Château de Chambord, the Popes' Palace of Avignon, the Place Masséna in Nice, Monaco's Royal Palace and Cathedral, the Roman Amphitheatre of Arles and La Sagrada Família and Columbus Monument in Barcelona
  • Scenic Drive through the Loire Valley

Included in Price

Whats Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • High-speed train from Barcelona to Madrid
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Travel Package

 

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Barcelona

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