13 Day France & Spain: History, Culture & Wine
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3 Barcelona, 2 Carcassonne, 2 Bordeaux, 2 Bilbao, 2 Madrid
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Visit Gaudi's masterpiece, the unfinished fanciful La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona In the Catalonian city of Figueres, visit the Dali Theatre-Museum, designed by the artist Visit the impressive fortified walled city of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Specially arranged wine tasting at a local vineyard of fabulous Bordeaux wines Visit the stunning seaside resort of San Sebastian, called the "Pearl" of northern Spain In the Basque city of Bilbao, visit the inspirational and glittering Guggenheim Museum Tour a traditional Spanish winery and cellar in the Rioja region and enjoy a wine tasting Visit the renowned Prado Museum - stand before masterpieces by Goya and El Greco †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
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3 Barcelona, 2 Carcassonne, 2 Bordeaux, 2 Bilbao, 2 Madrid
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Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
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- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights New York-Barcelona, Madrid-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 11 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights Barcelona 2 night Carcassonne 2 nights Bordeaux 2 nights Bilbao 2 nights Madrid Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 19 meals: 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners Wine, coffee and tea served with all meals Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features
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Itinerary
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Spain
Depart for Barcelona, Spain
DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Barcelona
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Barcelona! Transfer to your hotel. Time to rest and relax, or spend the day getting acquainted with this vibrant city. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend you select flights that arrive no later than 5PM. Following the meeting there will be a light dinner served
Overnight: Barcelona
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Monday - Visit Montjuic, Cooking Class
The day starts with a visit to the Montjuic recreational area housing the National Palace, built as the central pavilion for the 1929 International Exhibition. Montjuic is home to the Olympic complex, a number of sports facilities built for the 1992 Summer Olympics, and ...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Discover Gaudi's Architecture
This artistic city is renowned for the famous works of Gaudi, the master architect. Begin with a guided tour of the interior of Gaudi's legendary and still unfinished fanciful masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia, a colossal church that was first started in 1882. Along the Pa...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Girona, Figueres Dali Museum, Travel to Carcassonne
Depart for Girona, northern Catalonia's largest city. The historic quarter, with its ancient arcade houses and cobbled streets, is crowned by a magnificent cathedral on the eastern bank of the River Ter. In the Old City, Arabic-style bathhouses and the preserved Call (me...
DAY 6, Thursday - Carcassonne City Tour, Local Game of Petanque
This morning, explore enchanting Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, perched on a rocky hilltop surrounded by ancient towers and turrets, with expansive views of the city below. A guided walk takes you along the cobbled streets to the St. Nazaire Basilica, adorned...
DAY 7, Friday - Toulouse Sightseeing en Route to St. Emilion
After breakfast, depart for St. Emilion. Along the way, stop for an orientation tour of Toulouse, the regional capital. Known as the Pink City, on the river Garonne, Toulouse is known latterly for its modern aircraft and space rocket manufacturing. View the Capitole Squa...
DAY 8, Saturday - Bordeaux City Tour, Wine Tasting
Today discover Bordeaux nestled on the Garonne River. Distinguished for the wines that bear its name, Bordeaux is considered by connoisseurs to be among the best wine producers in the world. This bustling city with its 18th century buildings has been totally revitalized ...
DAY 9, Sunday - Biarritz, San Sebastian
Journey to the elegant coastal town of Biarritz. Once a whaling and fishing town, it was totally transformed into a resort for royalty and the rich and famous when Napoleon III and his Spanish wife Eugenie built their palace here. Continue to the stunning seaside resort ...
DAY 10, Monday - Bilbao's Old Quarter, Guggenheim Museum
In Bilbao, visit the heart of the Casco Viejo, the city's charming Old Quarter, with its original seven streets dating back to the early 1400s. View the 14th century Gothic Cathedral de Santiago with its impressive Renaissance entryway. The day's highlight is your visit ...
DAY 11, Tuesday - Wine Tasting in Rioja, Madrid
Marvel at the scenery of green fertile valleys, dramatic mountains and picturesque villages as you approach the beautiful wine region of Rioja. Here, visit a traditional Spanish winery (bodega) and walk through the lush vineyards. At the cellar, enjoy a wine tasting followed by a delectable lunch. Then, travel to extraordinary Madrid
Overnight: Madrid
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 12, Wednesday - Madrid City Tour
Your introduction to Madrid's striking architecture begins at grand Plaza de Cibeles Square, a neoclassical complex of marble sculptures and spectacular fountains that have become an iconic symbol for the city. View the ornate 18th century Royal Palace, Europe's second l...
DAY 13, Thursday - Depart Spain
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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