France to Spain
How does La Sagrada Família compare to the Arc de Triomphe? The Place de la Concorde to the Plaza Mayor?
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 the airportWalking 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
Explore on your own orAdd 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
Take a 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
Try fideuà, a savory dish made of short, thin noodles that's native to Valencia
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Day 7: Barcelona
Take a bike tour of Barcelona
Free afternoon at the beach
Explore on your own orAdd 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 Andalusian Roma 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 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
Explore on your own orAdd 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 see:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Tower of Belém and the Monument to the Discoveries
Visit the Alfama district
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
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Day 11: Sintra • Lisbon
Take an excursion to Sintra
Take a walking tour of Sintra
Take a guided tour of Quinta de Regaleira Palace
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 the airportWalking 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
Explore on your own orAdd 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
Take a 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
Try fideuà, a savory dish made of short, thin noodles that's native to Valencia
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Day 7: Barcelona
Take a bike tour of Barcelona
Free afternoon at the beach
Explore on your own orAdd 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 Andalusian Roma 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 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
Explore on your own orAdd 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 see:
- Tower of Belém
- Monument to Discoveries
Visit the Tower of Belém and the Monument to the Discoveries
Visit the Alfama district
Enjoy a photo stop overlooking Lisbon's iconic red-tiled roofs
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Day 11: Sintra • Lisbon
Take an excursion to Sintra
Take a walking tour of Sintra
Take a guided tour of Quinta de Regaleira Palace
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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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; TGV train; AVE high-speed train
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (4 with extension); 4 walking tours led by your Tour Director (5 with extension)
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Entrances
Perfume museum and workshop; Sacré-Cœur Basilica; Park Güell; La Sagrada Família; Prado; food-themed walking tour; (with extension: Quinta de Regaleira)
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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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
