Tour Number: 2873601UJ
Group Leader: Julie Christensen
Requested Departure Date: 6/4/2027
Requested Return Date: 6/13/2027
Requested Departure Gateway: Detroit (MI)

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10 days
Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, extension to Lisbon

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.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Walking tour of the Latin Quarter

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

    Enjoy a tarte flambée dinner

  • 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 or
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    Versailles

    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.

  • 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

  • Day 5: Paris • Barcelona

    Travel by TGV train to Barcelona

    Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc 

  • 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 

  • Day 7: Barcelona

    Take a bike tour of Barcelona

    Free afternoon at the beach

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Barcelona flamenco evening

    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.

  • 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

  • Day 9: Madrid

    Explore Madrid during a food-themed walking tour  

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Toledo

    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.

  • Day 10: Depart for home

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Walking tour of the Latin Quarter

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

    Enjoy a tarte flambée dinner

  • 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 or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Versailles

    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.

  • 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

  • Day 5: Paris • Barcelona

    Travel by TGV train to Barcelona

    Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc 

  • 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 

  • Day 7: Barcelona

    Take a bike tour of Barcelona

    Free afternoon at the beach

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Barcelona flamenco evening

    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.

  • 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

  • Day 9: Madrid

    Explore Madrid during a food-themed walking tour  

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Toledo

    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.

  • Day 10: Depart for home


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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; TGV train; AVE high-speed train

  • Hotels

    8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)

  • Regional-style meals

    European breakfast and dinner daily

  • 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)

  • Entrances

    Perfume museum and workshop; Sacré-Cœur Basilica; Park Güell; La Sagrada Família; Prado; food-themed walking tour; (with extension: Quinta de Regaleira)

  • 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.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • 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.

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Total price

$5,109 $218*
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