The Alps & The Mediterranean Coast
Our A+ Tour collection features exclusive educational programming and immersive experiences that you can only get through EF–they are rated exceptionally high by educators who travel with us.
Take part in this extraordinary 11-day odyssey through the heart of Europe, where majestic peaks and breathtaking azure coastlines stretch beyond every horizon. In Lucerne, walk the iconic spruce boards of the Kapellbrücke (German for 'chapel bridge'), one of the last surviving truss bridges left in the world. In Cinque Terre, pastel-hued houses cling to the rugged Italian Riviera town's cliffside, their foundations rooted in Mediterranean maritime lore. Finally, in Barcelona, the Gothic/Art Nouveau spires of La Sagrada Família soar toward the heavens amidst the vibrant mosaic of Park Güell–both of which were principally designed by legendary Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí. If you want a true continent-spanning European educational experience, accept nothing less than the very best—take this spellbinding tour with EF.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to Lucerne
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Day 3: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Enjoy a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Fondue Evening
Savour a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodelling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 4: Lucerne • Lake Como • Cinque Terre
Travel to Cinque Terre via Lake Como
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Day 5: Cinque Terre
Spend the Day Exploring Cinque Terre
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Day 6: Cinque Terre • Monaco • French Riviera
Travel to the French Riviera via Monaco
Take a tour of Monaco
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Prince’s Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your tour director you will see:
- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 7: French Riviera • Provence
Travel to Provence
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a walking tour of Avignon
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Day 8: Provence
Visit the Pont du GardGuided Sightseeing of Nimes
Visit the Nimes Amphitheatre
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Day 9: Provence • Barcelona
Travel to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Barcelona
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Day 10: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and gipsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets, and clapping. Note: A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 11: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by train to Madrid
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 12: Madrid
Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF
Add this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to Lucerne
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Day 3: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Enjoy a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Fondue Evening
Savour a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodelling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 4: Lucerne • Lake Como • Cinque Terre
Travel to Cinque Terre via Lake Como
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Day 5: Cinque Terre
Spend the Day Exploring Cinque Terre
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Day 6: Cinque Terre • Monaco • French Riviera
Travel to the French Riviera via Monaco
Take a tour of Monaco
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Prince’s Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your tour director you will see:
- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 7: French Riviera • Provence
Travel to Provence
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a walking tour of Avignon
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Day 8: Provence
Visit the Pont du GardGuided Sightseeing of Nimes
Visit the Nimes Amphitheatre
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Day 9: Provence • Barcelona
Travel to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Barcelona
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Day 10: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Add this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and gipsy influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colourful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets, and clapping. Note: A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 11: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 11: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by train to Madrid
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 12: Madrid
Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF
Add this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Cinque Terre; Pont du Gard; Nîmes Amphitheater (or in Arles); Palais de Papes; Parque Guell; With extension: Prado; Royal Palace
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing that makes travel possible
Payment options
We believe every student should have the opportunity to travel, which is why we let our travellers choose how they want to manage their payments. Enrol in our Automatic Payment Plan with just $199 to start, make fixed and low monthly payments through Uplift, receive invoices and make your payments in less frequent instalments, or pay up front in full.
Program price valid for today. Program price is based on EF’s free place ratio of 8:1 and includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.
