Lovely France with Barcelona
14 Days Starting in Paris, France and ending in Barcelona, Spain
Visiting: Paris, Caen, Mont Saint Michel, Loire Valley, Dordogne, Bordeaux, Andorra la Vella, Andorra, Barcelona
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2502529
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through France and Spain with the "Lovely France with Barcelona" 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 with its magnificent châteaux. Discover the prehistoric wonders of Lascaux, the medieval charm of Rocamadour, and the vibrant city of Bordeaux. Continue through the Pyrenees to the small country of Andorra, and finally, experience the vibrant culture and modernist architecture of Barcelona. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes, leaving you with lasting memories.
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: Caen
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
Location: Barcelona
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 (admission not included).
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Visit to Monet's House
Visit to Monet's House and gardens in Giverny (admission included).
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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 (tickets included).
What's Not Included
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Admission to Versailles
Admission to the palace and gardens of 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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Lunches and Dinners (except specified)
Lunches and dinners are not included except where specified.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with transfers between cities and attractions, including scenic drives through the French countryside and a rack train ride up Montserrat.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in centrally located hotels throughout the tour, providing easy access to key attractions and free time for personal exploration.
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, the tour includes a visit to Monet's House and gardens in Giverny, a stroll through the medieval streets of Rouen, and a visit to the World War II landing beaches in Arromanches.
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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, with time to explore the historic centers and enjoy the local scenery.
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What are the main attractions in the Loire Valley on this tour?
In the Loire Valley, the tour includes visits to the Château de Villandry, Château de Chenonceau, and Château de Chambord, as well as a walk in Amboise and a visit to the Château du Clos Lucé.
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What unique experiences are offered in the Dordogne region?
In the Dordogne region, the tour includes a visit to the Lascaux museum and replica caves, a stroll through the Renaissance historic center of Sarlat, and a visit to the medieval castle in Beynac.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Padirac Chasm?
At the Padirac Chasm, the tour includes a boat ride on the underground river 75 meters below the surface. Note that the chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
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What activities are planned in Bordeaux?
In Bordeaux, the tour includes a visit to the Cité du Vin with an audio tour and wine tasting, free time to explore the historic old town and the Garonne River banks, and a visit to the 'Water Mirror'.
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What can I do in Andorra during the tour?
In Andorra, you will have free time to explore the city, shop, or visit Caldea, the largest thermal spa in Europe. The tour also includes a visit to the Romanesque church of Sant Joan de Caselles.
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What is included in the Barcelona segment of the tour?
In Barcelona, the tour includes a panoramic tour of the city, free time in the afternoon, and a transfer to Maremagnum for dining and entertainment. The tour concludes with breakfast on the final day.
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