The Alps and the Mediterranean Coast
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Group Leader: Christine Hardee
Requested Return Date: 7/7/2024
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Each stop on your journey will leave you awe-inspired—from the tranquility of lakes Lucerne and Como, to the Mediterranean shores of Cinque Terre and Nice, to the culture and architecture of Provence and Barcelona.
Museums will always have their place, but sometimes it’s what’s outside that really takes your breath away.![](http://media.eftours.com/~/media/etus/hemingway-mobile/tours/browse/map-full-2025/apb_2025_map.png?db=touro)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Lucerne
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Day 3: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionSwiss Fondue Evening
Savor a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodeling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 4: Lucerne • Lake Como • Cinque Terre
Travel via Lake Como to Cinque Terre
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Day 5: Cinque Terre
Take an excursion to Cinque Terre
Explore Cinque Terre by train
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Day 6: Cinque Terre • French Riviera
Travel via Monaco to the French Riviera
Take a tour of Monaco
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Prince’s Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 7: French Riviera • Provence
Travel to Provence
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a walking tour of Avignon
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Day 8: Provence
Visit the Pont du Gard
Take a tour of NîmesVisit the Nîmes Ampitheater
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Day 9: Provence • Barcelona
Travel to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionBarcelona by bike
Feel the warm Mediterranean breeze as you explore Barcelona on a guided bicycle tour. This bicycle-friendly city has more than 75 miles of cycling lanes providing a safe, fun, and fast way to gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona’s richly diverse streets and neighborhoods. Stop along the way to learn historical details about the city’s famous sites before pedaling on to your next destination.
Add this in-depth excursionBarcelona flamenco evening
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 colorful 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 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Lucerne
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Lucerne
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Day 3: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionSwiss Fondue Evening
Savor a taste of Swiss culture as you enjoy a fondue meal—the country’s national dish that consists of (delicious) melted cheese and a lot of bread. Then, experience a bit of Swiss tradition in the form of yodeling, folk dances, and Alpine horns. (Just remember to pack your appetite.)
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Day 4: Lucerne • Lake Como • Cinque Terre
Travel via Lake Como to Cinque Terre
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Day 5: Cinque Terre
Take an excursion to Cinque Terre
Explore Cinque Terre by train
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Day 6: Cinque Terre • French Riviera
Travel via Monaco to the French Riviera
Take a tour of Monaco
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Prince’s Palace
- Monaco Cathedral
Take a walking tour of Nice
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Vieille Ville
- Promenade des Anglais
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Day 7: French Riviera • Provence
Travel to Provence
Visit the Papal Palace
Take a walking tour of Avignon
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Day 8: Provence
Visit the Pont du Gard
Take a tour of NîmesVisit the Nîmes Ampitheater
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Day 9: Provence • Barcelona
Travel to Barcelona
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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Day 10: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionBarcelona by bike
Feel the warm Mediterranean breeze as you explore Barcelona on a guided bicycle tour. This bicycle-friendly city has more than 75 miles of cycling lanes providing a safe, fun, and fast way to gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona’s richly diverse streets and neighborhoods. Stop along the way to learn historical details about the city’s famous sites before pedaling on to your next destination.
Add this in-depth excursionBarcelona flamenco evening
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 colorful 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 11: Depart for home
Feel confident helping your child see the world
Visit our parents’ page for everything from payment plans, scholarship opportunities, safety protocols, and more.
Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
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See your tour come to life
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
9 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (11 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily; lunch on Day 8 instead of dinner
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (3 with extension); 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours (3 with extension)
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Entrances
Swiss Alps experience; Cinque Terre; Pont du Gard; Nîmes Amphitheater; Palais de Papes; Park Güell (with extension: Prado; Palacio Real)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected 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 are natural historians, adding 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 travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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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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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Have questions about this tour? Give us a call at 800-665-5364
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