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Highlights of France and Barcelona
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Length
10 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Paris (France)
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Ends in
Barcelona (Spain)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 25, 2025 to SEP 26, 2025
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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$2,902.73
Overview
One of our most popular France and Spain trips, this jam-packed journey from Paris to Barcelona is a feast for every sense, from lunch with locals and elegant châteaux in the Loire Valley, to the buzz of Avignon’s Place de l’Horloge and the irresistible French Riviera.
Visited During Tour
Arles (France) | Avignon (France) | Barcelona (Spain) | Carcassonne (France) | Chartres (France) | Figueres (Spain) | French Riviera | Loire Valley (France) | Lyon (France) | Madrid (Spain) | Monaco City (Monaco) | Paris (France) | Saint-Paul de Vence (France)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Highlights of France and Barcelona tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 103-678
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1Welcome to Paris
Glittering Paris is your launchpad for an epic adventure through the highlights of France and magnificent Barcelona. Spend your first day in the 'City of Light' exploring the art, architecture and culture of this romantic city on your own. Visit a renowned gallery, shop up a storm or relax in manicured gardens watching the world go by. Later, join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a dinner and orientation drive past some of the city's most impressive sights, including the grand Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles -
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2Explore the Sights of Paris
Spend the morning in the company of a Local Specialist on a journey through the historic neighborhoods of Paris, to see where the locals live and shop. View the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Walk along the Seine and admire the talents of street artists and performers, amble through the scenic hilltop village of Montmartre or relax with a café au lait watching the world go by. This evening, consider soaking up the pageantry of Paris with an Optional Experience to a popular Parisian cabaret.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles -
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3Chartres and Châteaux in the Loire Valley Connect with Locals
Visit Chartres, an important place of pilgrimage on the 'Way of Saint James', and see its inspiring French Gothic cathedral, renowned for its stained glass windows and two contrasting spires. We journey through the rolling landscape of the Loire Valley, past beautiful villages and castles. View the impressive Château de Chambord, a marvel of French Renaissance architecture, then visit Château de Chenonceau. Later, Connect With Locals, joining your travel companions and the de Montferrier family on their farm for a traditional three-course Tourangelle Be My Guest dinner experience with local wines.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Mercure Tours Nord -
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4Onwards to Lyon
Traveling through the heart of France, we arrive in the gastronomic capital of Lyon where we'll join a Local Specialist for a tour of the old city, revealing its rich cultural heritage. Wander through the traboules and marvel at the magnificent skyline from Fourvière hill, followed by free time to explore this city between two rivers.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Lyon Cite Internationale -
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5Journey to Papal Avignon and on to the French Riviera Dive Into Culture
Welcome to Nice, France! Upon arrival, your Travel Director will guide you on a scenic orientation drive through the heart of this glamorous city. You'll take in iconic sites such as the stunning Promenade des Anglais, where the azure sea meets elegant architecture. After soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Nice, you’ll return to the hotel, where you can unwind and enjoy a relaxing evening, ready for the adventures to come.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000 -
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6Enjoy Monaco and the Cote d'Azur
A fun-filled day includes a visit to the tiny Principality of Monaco where you’ll view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married. See the superyachts in the port and catch a glimpse of the famed grand prix circuit. Enjoy relaxing on the sun-kissed shores of the Côte d'Azur, retreat to the beach with your fellow sun-worshippers, or perhaps embark on an Optional Experience to the medieval hill-top village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Novotel Aéroport Cap 3000 -
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7Off to Colorful Arles and Carcassonne
We travel west to the Camargue center of Arles, with its honey-colored façades and Roman ruins, enjoying some time at leisure to explore this beautiful city, or perhaps choosing an Optional Experience to gain a deeper understanding of Vincent van Gogh and local history with our resident expert. Later we continue through the landscapes of Provence, immortalized in the works of Cézanne and Van Gogh, to the fortified city of Carcassonne. A guided exploration of this exquisite, ancient town will reveal the Cité, its double ring of ramparts and 52 towers.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Tribe Carcassonne -
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8Pass the Pyrenees to Barcelona Dive Into Culture
Driving past the foothills of the Pyrenees, we stop in Figueres to visit the Dalí Theater and Museum where we will Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the fascinating world of Salvador Dalí. See his work in this impressive building, before arriving in Barcelona this afternoon for an included sightseeing tour. We’ll see the Columbus Monument and Antoni Gaudí's unfinished La Sagrada Família, with a Local Specialist. The evening is yours to explore this Mediterranean gem. Consider an Optional Experience to enjoy traditional Spanish cuisine and entertainment, or enjoy a delicious tapas feast on your own at one of the city's fine restaurants.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Barceló Sants -
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9Discover Lively Barcelona
Spend the day soaking up the vibrant spirit of Barcelona. Perhaps pay a morning visit to mystical Montserrat to visit its Benedictine monastery and see the mysterious Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia. Ramble up Las Ramblas and people-watch in the Plaça de Catalunya, explore the whimsical architecture of Gaudí dotted across the city or consider an Optional Experience to discover the fascinating Gothic Quarter. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner with wine at a vibrant Spanish restaurant.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Barceló Sants -
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10Journey Home
It's time to close the curtain on an unforgettable holiday in France and Barcelona. Say adiós to the bustling streets of Barcelona and your travel companions.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 1. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website. * DAY 1: Complimentary arrival transfers from Charles De Gaulle International Airport (CDG) Terminal 2F depart at 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00 and Terminal 1 depart at 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30 on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least one hour before the last transfer time. Guest meet their Travel Director at approximately 15:30 for a Welcome Reception and a short introduction on the first day of the tour, please be aware when booking your flights. * DAY 10: Complimentary transfer arrives at Barcelona International Airport (BCN) on the last day of the tour at 08:00. The drop off is at Terminal 2 E/F and Terminal 1 only.* TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available in Paris and Barcelona. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Trafalgar, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights will make their own transfer arrangements.
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