France to Spain
How does the La Sagrada Família compare to Notre-Dame? The Louvre to the Prado?
Paris, Barcelona, and Madrid each offer world-class art and culture that, experienced together, will amaze you. From iconic architecture like the Eiffel Tower and Park Güell, to savory regional cuisine like steak frites and paella, each day offers new and unforgettable experiences.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking tour of the Latin Quarter
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Enjoy a tarte flambée dinner
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an 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.
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Day 4: Paris
Take a tour of Paris
Craft your own signature scent during a perfume- and cologne-making class
Walking Tour of Montmartre
Visit Sacré-Coeur Basilica
Enjoy a steak-frites dinner
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Day 5: Paris • Barcelona
Travel by TGV train to Barcelona
Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc
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Day 6: 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
Visit la Sagrada Família
Enjoy a fideuà dinner, a noodle and seafood dish native to the area
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Day 7: Barcelona
Bike Tour of Barcelona
Enjoy free time at the beach
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 8: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by train to Madrid
Enjoy a paella lunch
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 9: Madrid
Explore Madrid during a food-themed walking tour
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 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Madrid • Lisbon
Fly to Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Alfama district
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
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Day 11: Lisbon • Sintra
Take an excursion to Sintra
Walking tour of Sintra
Tour the Quinta de Regaleira palace with an expert local guide
Explore the Mercado Da Ribeira
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking tour of the Latin Quarter
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Enjoy a tarte flambée dinner
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Day 3: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an 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.
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Day 4: Paris
Take a tour of Paris
Craft your own signature scent during a perfume- and cologne-making class
Walking Tour of Montmartre
Visit Sacré-Coeur Basilica
Enjoy a steak-frites dinner
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Day 5: Paris • Barcelona
Travel by TGV train to Barcelona
Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc
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Day 6: 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
Visit la Sagrada Família
Enjoy a fideuà dinner, a noodle and seafood dish native to the area
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Day 7: Barcelona
Bike Tour of Barcelona
Enjoy free time at the beach
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 8: Barcelona • Madrid
Travel by train to Madrid
Enjoy a paella lunch
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Market of San Miguel
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 9: Madrid
Explore Madrid during a food-themed walking tour
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 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Madrid • Lisbon
Fly to Lisbon
Take a guided tour of Lisbon
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Alfama district
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
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Day 11: Lisbon • Sintra
Take an excursion to Sintra
Walking tour of Sintra
Tour the Quinta de Regaleira palace with an expert local guide
Explore the Mercado Da Ribeira
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Day 12: 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
Notre-Dame Cathedral; Louvre; Fragonard Perfume Museum; Sacré-Coeur Basilica; Park Güell; La Sagrada Família; Prado; Royal Palace; with extension: Castle of São Jorge; Quinta de Regaleira
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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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