European Wonders – 20 Days (id:2502071)

In the afternoon, we will take a panoramic tour during which we will discover the most representative monumental sites of the city. In the evening, we include a transfer to the Plaza Mayor where we can enjoy dinner and drinks in one of the bars.

We include an excursion to the historic city of TOLEDO, protected by the Tajo River. Its medieval streets tell us stories of Christians, Jews and Muslims. Free afternoon in MADRID. This evening, if you wish, we offer an optional flamenco show.

We head towards Aragon, crossing the lands of Castilla. In ZARAGOZA, we briefly stop to discover the Basilica of Pilar. After lunch, we continue to the Poblet Monastery, surrounded by its walls, in a beautiful landscape, it is one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (entrance included). We continue to BARCELONA, arriving late afternoon.

In the morning, we include a panoramic tour of the city, considered one of the most interesting European capitals, open to the Mediterranean, renowned for Gaudí and his modernist architecture, not to mention its ramblas and the memories of the Universal Expositions and Olympic Games that took place here. Free afternoon.

In the evening, we include a transfer to Maremagnum, an avant-garde leisure and restaurant center facing the sea, next to Columbus Square, where you can stroll through this lively area and dine.

Free time in BARCELONA, you can walk through the Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas and visit the cathedral. At 12:00, we depart towards France and the French Riviera, crossing the French Provence. Stop en route for lunch. We continue to NICE, arriving at the end of the day.

Note: On certain dates, accommodation may be provided in a nearby location on the French Riviera.

This morning, we discover the French Riviera; a brief moment in NICE to enjoy the Promenade des Anglais. We travel to the Independent Principality of MONACO. We continue, and after a technical stop in Genoa for lunch, we follow the impressive landscapes of the Italian Riviera to PISA with time to admire its artistic ensemble where the famous Leaning Tower is located. FLORENCE, arrival at the end of the day.

In the morning, we include a guided tour of Florence, the capital of Tuscany, one of the most visited cities in the country, considered the cradle of the Renaissance and home to some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli or Raphael. The Gothic cathedral (duomo), the old stone bridge (Ponte Vecchio) with its goldsmith shops and the Piazza della Signoria – the political heart of the city with the town hall in a medieval building – stand out. After lunchtime, we continue through beautiful landscapes to ROME. As an introduction to the city, we include a transfer to the Trastevere, a lively neighborhood of the city known for its typical small restaurants.

We offer you a panoramic tour of the capital of Italy and one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. The Colosseum, the Roman forums, the squares and fountains of the center, the great life of the city. We end at ST. PETER’S IN THE VATICAN, an independent state within the city of Rome and the center of the Catholic church. You can visit the basilica and museums. Free afternoon.

After breakfast, we depart for Tuscany and the Emilia-Romagna region. Beautiful landscapes crossing the Apennine mountain range. BOLOGNA, capital of Emilia-Romagna, is a city with a rich history dating back to Roman times and an important cultural and gastronomic center of Italy. We can walk through its covered passages that extend along many streets and buildings, its towers and main square. Bologna is also known as the “city of food”, it is here that famous pasta dishes such as tagliatelle al ragù (the famous Bolognese sauce) and lasagna were born. It is also famous for its cold cuts, cheeses and, of course, Italian ice cream. Time for lunch.

In the afternoon, we continue our journey to FERRARA, surrounded by 9 km of walls, its center has been declared a World Heritage Site, notable for its great medieval castle, the Cathedral of San Giorgio and its Renaissance palaces.

We continue to VENICE, arriving at the end of the day and accommodating in the Mestre area or nearby.

In the morning, we include a boat transfer to the San Marco area of Venice, a city built on more than 100 islands connected by over 400 bridges. We include a walking tour with a local guide in this part of the canal city. Free time. In the afternoon, you can enjoy a gondola ride.

We leave Venice for VERONA, we have time to get to know the city of Romeo and Juliet with its important Roman amphitheater. Then we skirt Lake Garda, one of the most beautiful Alpine lakes. Time in the charming village of MALCESINE, from where we take a small boat to reach, on the other shore, LIMONE, a very picturesque village surrounded by impressive mountain landscapes that fall into the lake. We continue to Austria. INNSBRUCK, arrival in the mid-afternoon with time to get to know its beautiful historic center.

Today, we will enjoy a day of extraordinary landscapes. We will go to ZUGSPITZE on the border between Austria and Germany. We climb to the summit of Germany’s highest mountain by cable car (included). In good weather, we can see a panorama of snow-capped mountain peaks in 4 countries. Then, we travel to REUTTE, we walk on Europe’s longest “Tibetan bridge” (entrance included) amidst extraordinary landscapes. Later, we go to FELDKIRCH, near the border with Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Germany; charming fortified town with a beautiful medieval center and a castle. Free time.

We travel in Germany. Time for a walk in LINDAU, on Lake CONSTANCE, the old town is located on an island. We continue to MUNICH, the capital of Bavaria. Before entering, we visit DACHAU where we visit the museum on the Nazi concentration camp. Time for lunch. In MUNICH, we visit the impressive BMW WELT (BMW World) complex, a very modern multi-functional exhibition facility of the prestigious German automotive brand BMW, and the park where the Olympiastadion of great architectural beauty is located and where the famous 1972 Olympic Games were held; Then free time in the historic center where you can enjoy the typical breweries.

We depart for Baden-Württemberg. Arrival in STUTTGART, home to Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Its center is very pleasant, with its castle, large parks and one of the largest botanical gardens in Europe. After lunchtime, we continue to HEIDELBERG, a city dominated by its great palace and with a university founded in the 14th century. We recommend walking around the Marktplatz and the old town where you will find many cafes and lots of animation.

We leave early for France. Around ten o’clock in the morning, we arrive in STRASBOURG, we include a boat ride on the canals of this impressive city where French and German cultures blend. Time then to see its impressive cathedral, the European Parliament and tour the very picturesque “Petite France” area. In the early afternoon, departure for PARIS – where we arrive in the evening.

We include a transfer to the Palace of Versailles. You can stroll through its beautiful gardens or visit its interior if you wish (entrance not included). We will then go to the bohemian district of Montmartre, with its outdoor artists and small restaurants. Time for lunch and continuation with a panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. Return to the hotel. Optionally, you can attend a variety show.

Free day. Today, you can optionally take a boat ride on the Seine and the Latin Quarter.

We head south. In the Loire Valley, we stop at BLOIS, a picturesque town where we recommend visiting the castle. Stop in TOURS, the capital of the Loire. Lunch. Continue to BORDEAUX, arrival in the mid-afternoon. Free time.

Departure from Bordeaux. Passing through the Basque Country. SAN SEBASTIAN, walk and lunch in this beautiful seaside town. Continue to MADRID, arrival around 19:30.

After breakfast, you will conclude our services, with the wish that we have provided an unforgettable experience.