England, France and Spain

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12 or 15 days
London, Paris, Loire Valley, Bordeaux, Biarritz, Barcelona, with extension to Madrid | EFS
Discover a varied spectrum among three special cultures. In London, Buckingham Palace evokes royalty, while a dinner of fish and chips is for everyone. French heritage comes into focus in the halls of the Louvre, at the chateaux of the Loire and in the seaside cafés of Biarritz. And Barcelona proudly displays the handiwork of Spain’s most brilliant artists and architects.

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to England

  • Day 2: London

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a Canadian-focused walking tour of London

  • Day 3: London

    Take a guided tour of London

    • Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
    • Piccadilly Circus
    • St. Paul’s Cathedral
    • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if available)
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    Windsor Castle

    Windsor Castle

    This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.

  • Day 4: Paris

    Travel by Eurostar train to Paris

    Take a walking tour of Paris

    With your Tour Director you will see:

  • Île de la Cité
  • Conciergerie
  • Sainte-Chapelle

    • Walking Tour Paris Incl. Notre-Dame

Visit Notre Dame Cathedral

  • Day 5: Paris

    Take a guided tour of Paris

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Place de la Concorde
    • Champs-Élysées
    • Les Invalides
    • Eiffel Tower
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    Versailles

    Versailles
    Join an optional excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors and the ornately decorated State Apartments. (Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.)

  • Day 6: Loire Valley

    Travel to the Loire Valley

    Visit Chartres Cathedral

    Visit the Château de Chenonceau

  • Day 7: Bordeaux

    Travel to Bordeaux

    Take a guided tour of Bordeaux

  • Day 8: Biarritz

    Continue on to Biarritz

    See the Dune de Pilat

  • Day 9: Biarritz

    Take a tour of Biarritz

  • Day 10: Pamplona • Barcelona

    Take a tour of Pamplona

    Continue on to Barcelona

  • Day 11: Barcelona

    Take a guided tour of Barcelona

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • La Sagrada Familia
    • Montjuïc Hill
    • Barrio Gótico
    • Barcelona Cathedral

    Visit Parque Güell

    Take a walking tour of Barcelona

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Las Ramblas
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Flamenco Evening Barcelona

    Flamenco Evening Barcelona
    Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian and gypsy 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. A beverage is included during the two-hour performance.

  • Day 12: Depart for home

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    • Day 12: Madrid

      Travel via Zaragoza to Madrid

      Visit El Pilar Basilica

    • Day 13: Madrid

      Take a guided tour of Madrid

      With your expert local guide you will see:
      • Puerto del Sol
      • Plaza Mayor
      • Plaza de Oriente

      Visit the Royal Palace

      Take a walking tour of Madrid

      Visit the Prado

    • Day 14: Madrid

      Enjoy free time in Madrid

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      Toledo

      Toledo

      This guided half-day optional excursion takes you to the 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.

    • Day 15: Depart for home

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