Lovely France and Spain
16 Days Starting in Paris, France and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Paris, Normandy, Mont Saint Michel, Loire Valley, Dordogne, Bordeaux, Andorra la Vella, Andorra, Barcelona, Madrid
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2502528
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Religion and Spiritual
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through France, Andorra, and Spain with the "Lovely France and Spain" tour. Begin in the romantic city of Paris, exploring iconic landmarks and charming districts. Travel through the picturesque Normandy region, visit the stunning Mont-Saint-Michel, and delve into the rich history of the Loire Valley. Discover the enchanting villages and landscapes of the Dordogne, and experience the vibrant culture of Bordeaux. Continue through the Pyrenees to the medieval town of Carcassonne and the small country of Andorra. Conclude your adventure in the bustling cities of Barcelona, Valencia, and Madrid, each offering unique cultural experiences and breathtaking sights. This tour promises a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
Day 2 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll embark on a panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. Later, we’ll transfer to the charming Montmartre district, renowned for its street artists and quaint restaurants, where you can enjoy lunch. Afterward, we’ll head back to the hotel, stopping at the Louvre for those who wish to stay in the city center. We suggest visiting the museum. You’ll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, you can attend an optional variety show.
Day 3 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today we’ll include a transfer to Versailles with its immense palace and beautiful gardens (admission not included). Free time in the afternoon in Paris. Your guide will offer options for a boat trip on the Seine and a visit to the Latin Quarter.
Day 4 : Paris, Rouen, Arromanches, Caen
Location: Normandy
Accommodation Name: hotel
Early departure from Paris. We’ll travel towards Normandy, making a stop in Giverny to visit Monet’s House and its impressive gardens (admission included); we’ll learn about impressionist art, a movement centered in Normandy. The journey will continue to Rouen, Normandy’s capital with its medieval streets and cathedral. Here we’ll have time for a stroll and lunch. We’ll continue to Arromanches, where the beaches serve as a poignant reminder of the World War II landings in France. Our final destination is Caen, where we’ll enjoy some leisure time in the central district.
Day 5 : Caen, Mont Saint Michel, St. Malo, Dinan, Rennes
Location: Mont Saint Michel
Accommodation Name: hotel
First thing in the morning, we’ll travel to Mont-Saint-Michel, known as “The Marvel,” where you´ll have time to explore the city, surrounded by the sea and the abbey. Next, in Brittany, we’ll stop in Saint-Malo, whose powerful walls defend the city. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Dinan, a charming town in the Brittany region. We’ll then make our way to Rennes, the capital of Brittany, with its fascinating and monumental historic center.
Day 6 : Rennes, Angers, Tours, Villandry, Amboise
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
We’ll depart for Angers. Those who wish can visit the castle that houses the largest medieval tapestry depicting the Apocalypse. Our journey will take us to the Loire Valley, arriving in Tours, the region´s capital, located on the banks of the Loire River. Here, you’ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll visit Château de Villandry, renowned for its magnificent gardens and flowers, with admission to the gardens included. We’ll then continue to Amboise for accommodation, a city celebrated for its enchanting medieval quarter. Dinner will be included.
Day 7 : Amboise, Chenonceaux, Chambord, Limoges
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation Name: hotel
Embark on a day of discovery in the Loire Valley. Our day will begin with an early morning walk in Amboise to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years. Delving deeper into the Loire region, we´ll explore the iconic Château de Chenonceau (tickets included), built like a bridge over the River Cher. Next, we will visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley (visit to the park included). Continuing our journey into central France, our next stop will be Limoges, renowned for its porcelain. We suggest visiting its historic center, where the highlight is Saint Etienne Cathedral.
Day 8 : Limoges, Sarlat, Beynac Et Cazenac, Rocamadour
Location: Dordogne
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
We’ll leave Limoges for the Dordogne, home to one of the great historic rivers in central France. Few regions contain so many charming villages and enchanting landscapes. We’ll arrive at Lascaux, where we’ll visit the museum and the replica of the caves (tickets included) and learn about the site’s prehistoric times with its magnificent cave paintings. After that, we’ll visit Sarlat, a UNESCO World Heritage town with an incredibly well-preserved Renaissance historic center, where there will be time to stroll and have lunch. In Beynac, we’ll explore a medieval castle overlooking the river (admission included). We’ll end the day in Rocamadour, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary "perched" on a cliff; we suggest walking down the Via Crucis and taking the lift back up. Dinner will be included.
Day 9 : Rocamadour, Padirac Cave, Collonges La Rouge, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux
Location: Bordeaux
Accommodation Name: hotel
We´ll visit the impressive Padirac Chasm, where we´ll enjoy a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground. Afterwards, we´ll proceed to Collonges-la-Rouge, a picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St. James. Following lunch, we´ll journey to Saint-Emilion, located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine-producing region, with time for a leisurely stroll. We’ll arrive in Bordeaux in the evening.Note: The Padirac Chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
Day 10 : Bordeaux, Lourdes
Location: Bordeaux
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
The entire center of Bordeaux has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. We will include admission to the Cité du Vin (with audio tour in English, Spanish or French), an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine; wine tasting included at the viewpoint overlooking Bordeaux. Later, you´ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants perfect for lunch. Afterward, we continue towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes by mid-afternoon. You´ll have time to visit the sanctuary (we suggest attending the candlelit procession). Dinner will be included.
Day 11 : Lourdes, Carcassonne, Foix, Andorra
Location: Andorra la Vella
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
We´ll travel through the south of France, starting in Carcassonne, where we´ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch in this city famous for its medieval walls, impressive castle, and picturesque historic district (La Cité). Afterward, we´ll continue towards the Pyrenees mountain range, making a brief stop in Foix, a medieval town renowned for the Château de Foix. We’ll continue through the Pyrenees, with their snowy peaks visible year-round, and arrive in Andorra, a small country where the official language is Catalan. On our route, we´ll make a short stop at Sant Joan de Caselles, a small Romanesque church from the 12th century. We´ll continue to Andorra la Vella, Andorra’s capital, where you´ll have free time to explore the city with its bustling commercial life or visit Caldea, the largest thermal spa in Europe. Dinner will be included.
Day 12 : Andorra, Montserrat, Barcelona
Location: Andorra
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll have free time in Andorra for shopping or a walk. After lunch, we’ll continue our journey to Catalonia. The mountain countryside will lead us to the impressive abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat, where we’ll take a rack train up the mountain (included) to enjoy its fantastic scenery. After exploring the sanctuary, we’ll continue to Barcelona, arriving in the late afternoon.
Day 13 : Barcelona
Location: Barcelona
Accommodation Name: hotel
In the morning, we´ll embark on a panoramic tour of Barcelona, renowned as one of the most fascinating European capitals. This vibrant city, nestled along the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for Gaudi’s modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and its rich history, highlighted by the Universal Exposition and the Olympics hosted here. You´ll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to Maremagnum, a contemporary entertainment and dining complex by the sea, located near Plaza de Colón. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the lively area and choose from a variety of dining options.
Day 14 : Barcelona, Peniscola, Valencia, Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
We’ll travel south along the Mediterranean, making a special stop in Peniscola, a charming walled town by the sea surrounded by picturesque landscapes, where we’ll have time for a stroll. We’ll then continue to Valencia, a vibrant port city on the Levantine coast, arriving around lunchtime. Will you try the famous paella? At approximately 04:30 p.m., we’ll continue our journey to Madrid, but not before making a brief stop at the avant-garde City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia. We’ll arrive in Madrid between 08:30 and 09:00 p.m. As a way of welcoming you to the city, we’ll include a transfer to the Plaza Mayor, a popular spot to enjoy pinchos or wine at one of its many restaurants.Note: Depending on the number of passengers, the journey from Valencia to Madrid might be carried out by high-speed train.
Day 15 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: hotel
The morning will begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor. We’ll then visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid—considered by many to be the best football club in the world. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
Day 16 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
What's Included
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Hotel Transfers
Transfers to the hotel upon arrival in Paris.
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Panoramic Tour of Paris
A panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide.
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Transfer to Montmartre
Transfer to the Montmartre district in Paris.
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Transfer to Versailles
Transfer to Versailles to visit the palace and gardens.
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Visit to Monet's House
Visit to Monet's House and gardens in Giverny.
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Visit to Château de Villandry
Visit to Château de Villandry with admission to the gardens included.
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Dinner in Amboise
Dinner included in Amboise.
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Visit to Château de Chenonceau
Visit to Château de Chenonceau with tickets included.
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Visit to Chambord
Visit to Chambord with admission to the park included.
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Visit to Lascaux
Visit to the museum and replica of the caves in Lascaux with tickets included.
What's Not Included
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Admission to Versailles Palace
Admission to the palace and gardens in Versailles is not included.
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Optional Variety Show in Paris
Attendance to the optional variety show in Paris is not included.
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Lunch in Montmartre
Lunch in the Montmartre district is not included.
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Lunch in Saint-Malo
Lunch in Saint-Malo is not included.
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Visit to Angers Castle
Visit to the castle in Angers is optional and not included.
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Lunch in Tours
Lunch in Tours is not included.
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Lunch in Sarlat
Lunch in Sarlat is not included.
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Lunch in Carcassonne
Lunch in Carcassonne is not included.
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Visit to Caldea Spa
Visit to Caldea Spa in Andorra is optional and not included.
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Lunch in Andorra
Lunch in Andorra is not included.
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Lunch in Valencia
Lunch in Valencia is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with transfers between cities and attractions, including a mix of coach travel and high-speed train journeys, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in centrally located hotels throughout France and Spain, offering easy access to major attractions and free time to explore the local areas.
Check out our Q&As
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What activities are included in the Paris segment of the tour?
In Paris, the tour includes a panoramic tour with a local guide, a visit to the Montmartre district, a stop at the Louvre, and a transfer to Versailles. Optional activities include a variety show and a boat trip on the Seine.
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What can I expect to see in Normandy?
In Normandy, you will visit Monet's House and gardens in Giverny, explore the medieval streets and cathedral of Rouen, and visit the beaches of Arromanches, which are significant for the World War II landings.
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What highlights are included in the Brittany region?
In Brittany, the tour includes visits to Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Dinan, and Rennes. You will explore Mont-Saint-Michel's abbey, the fortified city of Saint-Malo, the charming town of Dinan, and the historic center of Rennes.
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What are the main attractions in the Loire Valley?
In the Loire Valley, you will visit the Château de Villandry and its gardens, the Château du Clos Lucé where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, the Château de Chenonceau, and the largest castle in the Loire Valley, Chambord.
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What unique experiences are offered in the Dordogne region?
In the Dordogne region, you will visit the Lascaux museum and replica caves, explore the Renaissance historic center of Sarlat, visit a medieval castle in Beynac, and explore the medieval village of Rocamadour.
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What is included in the visit to Bordeaux?
In Bordeaux, you will explore the historic old town, visit the Cité du Vin museum with an audio tour and wine tasting, and have free time to stroll along the Garonne River.
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What can I expect during the visit to Andorra?
In Andorra, you will have free time for shopping or walking, visit the Romanesque church of Sant Joan de Caselles, and explore Andorra la Vella. You can also visit Caldea, the largest thermal spa in Europe.
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What are the main activities in Barcelona?
In Barcelona, the tour includes a panoramic tour of the city, free time in the afternoon, and a transfer to Maremagnum, a contemporary entertainment and dining complex by the sea.
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What is the itinerary for the final day in Madrid?
On the final day in Madrid, you will have a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, visit Retiro Park, and have admission to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The afternoon is free for leisure, and a return transfer to the hotel is provided in the evening.
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