13 Days Tour Plan
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Day 8
- Day 9
- Day 10
- Day 11
- Day 12
- Day 13
Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have some free time until the tour begins. Please check the information signs at the reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhood for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at any restaurant you prefer with a variety of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
The morning will begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, featuring highlights like Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcala, Plaza de Colon, and Plaza Mayor. We’ll then visit Retiro Park, a beautiful oasis in the city center, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid—considered by many to be the best football club in the world. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, we’ll provide a return transfer to the hotel.
We will depart from Madrid early in the morning, heading south through La Mancha. Our first stop will be in Puerto Lápice, a charming Manchego village evocative of Don Quixote. We will then continue into Andalusia via Despeñaperros, arriving in Granada, where lunch will be included. In the afternoon, if you have chosen the option that includes a visit to the Alhambra, we will explore the magnificent Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens, both built during the Arab period, with a local guide.VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The number of visitors allowed into the Alhambra is strictly regulated by law. To ensure your admission, tickets will be issued upon confirming your tour reservation. It´s essential to provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Please be aware that ticket costs are non-refundable in case of cancellation. In rare cases where the Alhambra visit is not possible, we will instead tour the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Today we’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes as we leave behind the Sierra Nevada mountain range. We’ll then continue along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Tropical Coast, where the mild year-round microclimate allows for the cultivation of tropical fruits such as guavas, mangoes, and avocados, and in the past, sugar cane.We stop in NERJA, a charming seaside town with impressive cliffs. We continue on to MÁLAGA, the capital of the Costa del Sol, full of life and boasting a beautiful historic center. Time for lunch and a stroll through the city center.Afterward, we head into the Andalusian sierras and arrive in RONDA, a stunning white town famous for its dramatic gorge that splits the city in two.We continue to SEVILLE, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner included at the hotel.
In the morning, we’ll include a panoramic tour of the city. You’ll visit the cathedral and its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we’ll include a boat ride on the Guadalquivir River. In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the station to board the high-speed train, scheduled to depart around 4:30 p.m., covering the 850 km to Zaragoza in less than four hours. Upon arrival in Zaragoza, you’ll be transferred to the hotel.Note: The train journey will not be accompanied by a Europamundo tour guide.
Free morning in ZARAGOZA. We recommend taking a walk through the historic city center and Plaza del Pilar, where the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, one of Spain’s great symbols, and La Seo Cathedral are located. You may also stroll through the old town or head to the Ebro River.After lunch, we continue on to CATALONIA. Stop at the Poblet Monastery, surrounded by its walls and set in a beautiful natural setting; it is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (admission included). Continue on to BARCELONA, arriving in the late afternoon.
In the morning, we include a panoramic tour of BARCELONA, considered one of Europe’s most fascinating capitals. Open to the Mediterranean Sea, the city is renowned for Gaudí and its modernist architecture, as well as for its lively Ramblas and the legacy of the World Expositions and Olympic Games held here. Barcelona is often regarded as one of the most beautiful and captivating cities in Europe. The tour ends at the Maremagnum, a modern leisure and dining complex by the sea next to Columbus Square, where you can stroll through this lively area. Afternoon at your leisure. Return to the hotel at the end of the day.
At the scheduled time, we’ll provide a transfer to the station for your high-speed train journey from Barcelona to Paris, which is included in your trip. In just over 6 hours of comfortable travel, you’ll arrive at your destination. Upon arrival, another transfer will take you to your hotel. Your guide will contact you in the evening, or you can check the information signs provided at the hotel reception.Note: The train journey will not be accompanied by a Europamundo tour guide.
We’ll immerse ourselves in the rich history of FRANCE at the magnificent Palace of Versailles (admission not included), renowned for its stunning gardens. On our return to PARIS, we’ll visit Montmartre, a charming bohemian neighborhood famous for its artists, painters, and cabarets. To fully appreciate the grandeur of Paris, we’ll embark on a panoramic city tour with a local guide, showcasing the city’s impressive avenues and iconic monuments. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel.
We’ll start our day in central Paris, beginning with a transfer to the iconic Eiffel Tower. You´ll have the chance to go up to the second floor of this famous iron landmark or just stay around the area. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. You’ll have a free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace.Around 4:00 p.m., we’ll depart Paris and head to Normandy, arriving in Rouen. You´ll have free time to explore the historic center of this vibrant city, which dates back to Roman times and boasts charming medieval architecture and an impressive Gothic cathedral, offering a delightful blend of history and culture.
Today, we’ll have time to take a stroll through the center of ROUEN. After this, we’ll travel to northern FRANCE. Crossing the English Channel by ferry, we’ll reach CANTERBURY, the religious capital of England, known for its charming historic center. Our journey will continue to LONDON, where you’ll have some free time in the Tower Bridge area, one of the city´s most iconic symbols, before we head to the hotel.
Discover LONDON on a panoramic tour with a local guide that showcases the city’s culture and history. You’ll see famous sites such as the Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where you might witness the iconic Changing of the Guard (depending on the dates). In the evening, we’ll establish a meeting point in Piccadilly to take a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas renowned for their lively atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment options. You’ll have plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner before we return to the hotel.
After breakfast, we’ll go to the British Museum, one of the world´s oldest and most renowned museums, featuring artifacts from cultures around the globe. At lunchtime, we’ll provide a transfer to Camden, famous for its vibrant and eclectic market, where you can browse items from various cultures. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure.Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.
Planned Hotels or similar
PRAGA
914690600
reservas.praga@hsantos.es
Antonio lopez 65 cp 28019 madrid,28019
Madrid,Spain
SARAY
958130009
mayte.sanchez@hsantos.es
Calle enrique tierno galvan 4 cp 18006 granada,18006
Granada,Spain
EUROSTARS AL-ANDALUS
954230600
Avenida de la palmera s/n, esquina paran cp 41012 sevilla,41012
Seville,Spain
EXE BOSTON
976599192
reservas@eurostarsboston.com
Avenida de las torres, 28,50008
Zaragoza,Spain
HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA
935955100
Gonzalo.Lopez@Hilton.com
Plaza europa 33, 08907,08908
Barcelona,Spain
FRONT AIR CONGRESS
936369480
reservas@hotelfrontaircongressbarcelona.com
C/de les alberades,16 cp 08830 sant boi de llobregat barcelona,08830
Barcelona,Spain
MAMA SHELTER LA DEFENSE
140810202
10 rue jean jaurès, puteaux,92800
Paris,France
BB ROUEN CENTRE RIVE GAUCHE
892233780
44 rue de l´amiral cecille, 76000 rouen, francia,76000
,France
NOVOTEL LONDON WEMBLEY
2080691200
H9389@accor.com
5 olympic way wembley,HA9 0NP
London,England