Spain, France
Duration
12 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Madrid
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
Cities to visit: Madrid; San Sebastian; Bordeaux; Chambord; Paris; Burgundy; Beaune, Burgundy; Lyon, Ródano Alpes; Geneva; Milan; Genoa; Pisa, Tuscany; Florence; Rome
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to Europamundo! Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel, where you’ll have free time to relax. Information about the start of your tour will be provided either in the afternoon or through information signs located at the hotel reception.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at around 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at around 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
09:15 a.m. – Panoramic tour of Madrid. Departure time may vary slightly depending on your hotel location. The tour stops partially depend on traffic conditions and the season. The tour will last about two and a half hours. You will visit Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá, Serrano, La Castellana, Plaza de Colón, Paseo del Prado, the exterior of the Prado Museum, Atocha, and the Royal Palace.
At the end of the tour, we’ll include admission to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. We’ll visit areas reserved for the players, public spaces, and the museum dedicated to this team, considered by many to be the best in the world.
Afterward, we’ll take a walk through Retiro Park, a beautiful, monumental park. We’ll stroll along its avenues, see the large lake, and visit the Palacio de Cristal.
You’ll have free time for lunch and in the afternoon.
In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to Plaza Mayor, a beautiful square in the historic heart of Madrid, known for its vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a walk and dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Return to the hotel. At the end of the day, our guide will offer an optional flamenco show.
At the end of the tour, we’ll include admission to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. We’ll visit areas reserved for the players, public spaces, and the museum dedicated to this team, considered by many to be the best in the world.
Afterward, we’ll take a walk through Retiro Park, a beautiful, monumental park. We’ll stroll along its avenues, see the large lake, and visit the Palacio de Cristal.
You’ll have free time for lunch and in the afternoon.
In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to Plaza Mayor, a beautiful square in the historic heart of Madrid, known for its vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a walk and dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Return to the hotel. At the end of the day, our guide will offer an optional flamenco show.
Total distance covered: 700 km.
Scenery: Beautiful landscapes, especially in the Basque Country.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Madrid. The departure time may vary slightly depending on the hotel’s location. We’ll make a short stop along the way.
02:15 p.m. - San Sebastián. Our guide will introduce the city as you stroll along La Concha beach. You’ll have some time for lunch.
04:15 p.m. - Departure from San Sebastián. We’ll cross the border into France.
07:15 p.m. - Bordeaux. Our guide will provide information about the city. You´ll have free time before we head to the hotel.
Scenery: Beautiful landscapes, especially in the Basque Country.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Madrid. The departure time may vary slightly depending on the hotel’s location. We’ll make a short stop along the way.
02:15 p.m. - San Sebastián. Our guide will introduce the city as you stroll along La Concha beach. You’ll have some time for lunch.
04:15 p.m. - Departure from San Sebastián. We’ll cross the border into France.
07:15 p.m. - Bordeaux. Our guide will provide information about the city. You´ll have free time before we head to the hotel.
Total distance covered: 605 km.
Scenery: Vineyards in the renowned Bordeaux and cognac regions, complemented by the picturesque landscapes of the Loire Valley.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Bordeaux.
02:30 p.m. - Chambord. You´ll have free time to explore this magnificent castle by the Loire River.
03:30 p.m. - Departure from Chambord.
06:00 p.m. - Paris. Enjoy free time for the rest of the evening.
Scenery: Vineyards in the renowned Bordeaux and cognac regions, complemented by the picturesque landscapes of the Loire Valley.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Bordeaux.
02:30 p.m. - Chambord. You´ll have free time to explore this magnificent castle by the Loire River.
03:30 p.m. - Departure from Chambord.
06:00 p.m. - Paris. Enjoy free time for the rest of the evening.
Total distance covered: 80 km.
07:45 a.m. - Departure from Paris.
08:30 a.m. - Versailles. Arrival to the Palace of Versailles (tickets not included; please note that there may be long lines to enter due to the large number of visitors). This grand palace, once the residence of French kings, offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of France.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Versailles. Departure time may vary if there are delays entering the palace. Upon returning to Paris, we’ll head to Montmartre. We’ll take a cable car (included) up to this bohemian artists’ district, where we can admire the Sacré Coeur Basilica and wander through its picturesque square and winding alleys.
03:00 p.m. - We’ll start a two-and-a-half-hour panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. This tour will take us to iconic landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, La Madeleine, Place de la Concorde, the Opera, the Louvre, the Tour Saint-Jacques, the City Hall, Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame, the Latin Quarter, the Pantheon, the Sorbonne, the Luxembourg Garden, Les Invalides, the École militaire, Champ de Mars, the Eiffel Tower and the banks of the Seine. We’ll have brief stops near Les Invalides and Champ de Mars. After the tour, we’ll return to the hotel, with an optional stop in the city center for those who want to enjoy more free time in Paris.
At the end of this enriching day, the guide will suggest an optional evening outing to a cabaret or variety show, such as the Moulin Rouge or Paradis Latin.
Note: Due to the high volume of tourism in Paris, the order of the services offered in the city may vary.
07:45 a.m. - Departure from Paris.
08:30 a.m. - Versailles. Arrival to the Palace of Versailles (tickets not included; please note that there may be long lines to enter due to the large number of visitors). This grand palace, once the residence of French kings, offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of France.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Versailles. Departure time may vary if there are delays entering the palace. Upon returning to Paris, we’ll head to Montmartre. We’ll take a cable car (included) up to this bohemian artists’ district, where we can admire the Sacré Coeur Basilica and wander through its picturesque square and winding alleys.
03:00 p.m. - We’ll start a two-and-a-half-hour panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. This tour will take us to iconic landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, La Madeleine, Place de la Concorde, the Opera, the Louvre, the Tour Saint-Jacques, the City Hall, Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame, the Latin Quarter, the Pantheon, the Sorbonne, the Luxembourg Garden, Les Invalides, the École militaire, Champ de Mars, the Eiffel Tower and the banks of the Seine. We’ll have brief stops near Les Invalides and Champ de Mars. After the tour, we’ll return to the hotel, with an optional stop in the city center for those who want to enjoy more free time in Paris.
At the end of this enriching day, the guide will suggest an optional evening outing to a cabaret or variety show, such as the Moulin Rouge or Paradis Latin.
Note: Due to the high volume of tourism in Paris, the order of the services offered in the city may vary.
08:30 a.m. - Departure from the hotel. We’ll head to the Eiffel Tower, where tickets to the second floor are included (please note that there may be long waits due to the high number of visitors). The second floor offers the best views, providing an optimal altitude for seeing the city below (which is less visible from the third floor) and offers a better overall perspective compared to the first floor. From this vantage point, you can see up to 70 km on a clear day. After descending the tower, we’ll enjoy a scenic boat trip along the Seine River, offering stunning views of Paris´ iconic monuments and bridges. This journey lasts approximately an hour and fifteen minutes. Afterward, you’ll have some free time.
Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.
Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.
Total distance covered: 470 km.
Scenery: Enjoy the pleasant landscapes of central France and picturesque villages.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Paris. We’ll head to the heart of France, passing through the Burgundy region, renowned for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines.
12:15 p.m. - Beaune. We’ll arrive in this charming village in the Burgundy wine region, known for its flower-filled streets, historic hospice, and wine museum. You´ll have free time to explore.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Beaune.
04:30 p.m. – Lyon, located on the banks of the Rhône River. We’ll arrive in France´s third-largest city that was once the capital of Roman Gaul. The city´s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We´ll take a cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, offering spectacular views of the city. You´ll have free time to explore Lyon.
Note: In some cases, part of the group will stay in Chambéry, a city near Lyon. In these instances, we’ll travel from Lyon at 7:00 p.m. to Chambéry, with arrival at 8:30 p.m. for an overnight stay. In the morning, you’ll have time to visit this medieval-style city, the capital of Saboya, known for its beautiful historic center and impressive castle.
Scenery: Enjoy the pleasant landscapes of central France and picturesque villages.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Paris. We’ll head to the heart of France, passing through the Burgundy region, renowned for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines.
12:15 p.m. - Beaune. We’ll arrive in this charming village in the Burgundy wine region, known for its flower-filled streets, historic hospice, and wine museum. You´ll have free time to explore.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Beaune.
04:30 p.m. – Lyon, located on the banks of the Rhône River. We’ll arrive in France´s third-largest city that was once the capital of Roman Gaul. The city´s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We´ll take a cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, offering spectacular views of the city. You´ll have free time to explore Lyon.
Note: In some cases, part of the group will stay in Chambéry, a city near Lyon. In these instances, we’ll travel from Lyon at 7:00 p.m. to Chambéry, with arrival at 8:30 p.m. for an overnight stay. In the morning, you’ll have time to visit this medieval-style city, the capital of Saboya, known for its beautiful historic center and impressive castle.
Total distance covered: 465 km.
Scenery: Spectacular mountain landscapes with the peaks of the Alps covered in snow all year.
Note: Remember to bring warm clothes, as snow is common from November to April. Keep your camera ready, and if there´s snow by the road, we´ll make a brief stop so you can enjoy it. Also, keep your passport handy; it may be required when entering Switzerland.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lyon. We’ll head into mountainous areas as we make our way to Switzerland.
10:00 a.m. - Geneva - We’ll arrive in this vibrant city on the shores of Lake Geneva, the capital of French-speaking Switzerland and home to the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labor Organization, the Red Cross, and many other international organizations. We’ll pass by the Palais des Nations (UN headquarters in Europe) and our guide till take us to visit the beautiful English Garden with its famous flower clock and the Jet d´Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. You’ll have free time to explore the city center, featuring its impressive lake.
12:00 p.m. – Departure from Geneva. The landscapes will become even more picturesque as we drive through the Alps. We’ll stop for lunch at a service station. We’ll enter Italy through the Mont Blanc Tunnel, so keep an eye out for the stunning glaciers.
05:00 p.m. - Milan. We’ll head to the Piazza del Duomo with our local guide and tour the historic downtown. After some time exploring, we’ll transfer to our hotel, located outside the city center.
Scenery: Spectacular mountain landscapes with the peaks of the Alps covered in snow all year.
Note: Remember to bring warm clothes, as snow is common from November to April. Keep your camera ready, and if there´s snow by the road, we´ll make a brief stop so you can enjoy it. Also, keep your passport handy; it may be required when entering Switzerland.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lyon. We’ll head into mountainous areas as we make our way to Switzerland.
10:00 a.m. - Geneva - We’ll arrive in this vibrant city on the shores of Lake Geneva, the capital of French-speaking Switzerland and home to the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labor Organization, the Red Cross, and many other international organizations. We’ll pass by the Palais des Nations (UN headquarters in Europe) and our guide till take us to visit the beautiful English Garden with its famous flower clock and the Jet d´Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. You’ll have free time to explore the city center, featuring its impressive lake.
12:00 p.m. – Departure from Geneva. The landscapes will become even more picturesque as we drive through the Alps. We’ll stop for lunch at a service station. We’ll enter Italy through the Mont Blanc Tunnel, so keep an eye out for the stunning glaciers.
05:00 p.m. - Milan. We’ll head to the Piazza del Duomo with our local guide and tour the historic downtown. After some time exploring, we’ll transfer to our hotel, located outside the city center.
Total distance covered: 396 km.
Scenery: Mediterranean coast.
08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we’ll depart from Milan and head towards the Liguria region, where we’ll enjoy magnificent landscapes.
10:45 a.m. - Genoa. Arrival in this historic city, with roots dating back to Roman times. In the medieval period, Genoa was a powerful maritime state. You’ll have time to explore the beautiful historic center, where the Romanesque cathedral and Piazza De Ferrari are standout sights.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Genoa. We’ll continue our journey through picturesque coastal landscapes as we make our way to Tuscany.
03:15 p.m. - Pisa. Time to explore the city’s artistic complex, including the iconic Leaning Tower. Our guide will take you through this monumental site. Due to local regulations, our bus must park in a designated area about a kilometer from the site. You can reach the site on foot or by city bus. Be sure to remember the bus number for your return. Our guide will inform you.
04:45 p.m. – Departure from Pisa.
06:15 p.m. - Florence. Evening arrival in the capital of Tuscany. We’ll make a stop at the Michelangelo viewpoint, offering one of the most breathtaking views of the city.
Note: The departure time from Genoa may be adjusted occasionally, either to leave earlier for more time in Florence or later for extra time in Genoa.
Scenery: Mediterranean coast.
08:30 a.m. - After breakfast, we’ll depart from Milan and head towards the Liguria region, where we’ll enjoy magnificent landscapes.
10:45 a.m. - Genoa. Arrival in this historic city, with roots dating back to Roman times. In the medieval period, Genoa was a powerful maritime state. You’ll have time to explore the beautiful historic center, where the Romanesque cathedral and Piazza De Ferrari are standout sights.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Genoa. We’ll continue our journey through picturesque coastal landscapes as we make our way to Tuscany.
03:15 p.m. - Pisa. Time to explore the city’s artistic complex, including the iconic Leaning Tower. Our guide will take you through this monumental site. Due to local regulations, our bus must park in a designated area about a kilometer from the site. You can reach the site on foot or by city bus. Be sure to remember the bus number for your return. Our guide will inform you.
04:45 p.m. – Departure from Pisa.
06:15 p.m. - Florence. Evening arrival in the capital of Tuscany. We’ll make a stop at the Michelangelo viewpoint, offering one of the most breathtaking views of the city.
Note: The departure time from Genoa may be adjusted occasionally, either to leave earlier for more time in Florence or later for extra time in Genoa.
Total distance covered: 280km.
Scenery: Charming landscapes with historic towns along the way.
09:00 a.m. – Florence. We’ll start with a city tour led by a local guide of Tuscany’s capital, one of the most visited cities in the country.
This city, known as the cradle of the Renaissance, has inspired some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael. Some highlights include the Gothic Cathedral (Duomo di Firenze), the ancient stone bridge (Ponte Vecchio) with its goldsmith stores, and Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city with the town hall in a medieval building. The tour will last approximately two hours. Free time will follow for you to explore and have lunch.
03:00 p.m. – Departure form Florence. We’ll continue our journey through scenic landscapes.
06:45 p.m. - Rome. To start your experience in the city, we’ll take you to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming, traditional restaurants.
09:00 p.m. - Return to the hotel.
Scenery: Charming landscapes with historic towns along the way.
09:00 a.m. – Florence. We’ll start with a city tour led by a local guide of Tuscany’s capital, one of the most visited cities in the country.
This city, known as the cradle of the Renaissance, has inspired some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael. Some highlights include the Gothic Cathedral (Duomo di Firenze), the ancient stone bridge (Ponte Vecchio) with its goldsmith stores, and Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city with the town hall in a medieval building. The tour will last approximately two hours. Free time will follow for you to explore and have lunch.
03:00 p.m. – Departure form Florence. We’ll continue our journey through scenic landscapes.
06:45 p.m. - Rome. To start your experience in the city, we’ll take you to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming, traditional restaurants.
09:00 p.m. - Return to the hotel.
08:30 a.m. - We´ll begin with an included panoramic tour of the capital of Italy lasting approximately two and a half hours. Rome, one of the most influential cities in Western civilization, will be explored by coach, adhering to the city’s strict regulations for tourist coaches. During the tour, you´ll get to know ancient Rome: the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Theatre of Marcellus, Capitoline Hill, the Roman Forums, Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin with the Bocca della Verità (the Mouth of Truth), Republican temples, the Baths of Caracalla, the Aurelian Walls, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Minor Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica alla Navicella, the Pyramid of Cestius, Porta San Paolo, Lungotevere Avenue with the Babylonian-style Jewish Synagogue, Tiber Island, and the exterior of Castel Sant´Angelo.
The tour will end in St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the tour, allowing you to explore St. Peter´s Basilica and the most outstanding rooms of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, in more detail. At times, depending on the season and visitor traffic, the optional visit to the Vatican may occur before the included panoramic tour.
Free time in the afternoon.
The tour will end in St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the tour, allowing you to explore St. Peter´s Basilica and the most outstanding rooms of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, in more detail. At times, depending on the season and visitor traffic, the optional visit to the Vatican may occur before the included panoramic tour.
Free time in the afternoon.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
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