10 or 13 days
Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, extension to Madrid, Costa del Sol

How does the Prado compare to the Louvre? Las Ramblas to the Latin Quarter?

Paris, Barcelona and Madrid each offer world-class art and culture that, experienced together, will amaze you. From icons like the Eiffel Tower, Park Güell and Palacio Real, to savory regional cuisine like crêpes and tapas, each day offers new and unforgettable experiences.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

  • 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
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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 walking tour of Paris

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Latin Quarter
    • The Louvre
    • Notre Dame Cathedral

    Visit the Louvre

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

  • Day 5: Paris • Barcelona

    Experience a TGV train to Barcelona

  • Day 6: Barcelona

    Take a guided tour of Barcelona

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • La Sagrada Familia
    • Montjuïc Hill
    • Barrio Gótico
    • Barcelona Cathedral

    Visit Parque Güell

    Time to 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 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. The duration of the performance is 1 hour and a beverage is included.

  • Day 7: Barcelona

    Take a walking tour of Barcelona

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Las Ramblas

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Taste of Spain

    Taste of Spain

    It’s one thing to sit down at a dinner table and try regional cuisine; it’s quite another thing to first visit a local market and pick out the ingredients for the meal. This is your opportunity to do both—and gain a true understanding of Catalan culture. At the market, an amazing variety of local fruit, vegetables, fish and meat await. Take your groceries back to your cooking class, where you’ll learn professional techniques and tips as you prepare your meal.
  • Day 8: Zaragoza • Madrid

    Travel via Zaragoza to Madrid

  • Day 9: Madrid

    Take a guided tour of Madrid

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Plaza de Oriente

    Visit the Royal Palace

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    Visit the Prado

  • Day 10: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 10: Córdoba • Seville

    Travel via Puerto Lápice to Córdoba

    Visit the Mezquita

    Travel to Seville

  • Day 11: Seville • Costa del Sol

    Take a guided tour of Seville

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Barrio de Santa Cruz

    Visit the Seville Alcázar

    Visit the Seville Cathedral

    Take a walking tour of Seville

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Giralda Tower
    • Torre del Oro
    • Plaza de Toros

    Travel to Costa del Sol

  • Day 12: Costa del Sol

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Spirit of Andalusia

    Spirit of Andalusia

    From rolling hills to postcard-perfect pueblos, the allure of Andalucía is hard to ignore. Your full-day excursion begins as you explore whitewashed villages and centuries-old farmland spotted with almond and oak trees. Head to a local factory to taste the history, practices, and flavors of regional olive oil production before continuing on to the home of a local family to savor all kinds of delicious Andalusian treats. Cap off your day at the charming Historic House Museum, where you'll have the chance to shop for local crafts.
  • Day 13: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

  • 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
    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 walking tour of Paris

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Latin Quarter
    • The Louvre
    • Notre Dame Cathedral

    Visit the Louvre

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

  • Day 5: Paris • Barcelona

    Experience a TGV train to Barcelona

  • Day 6: Barcelona

    Take a guided tour of Barcelona

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • La Sagrada Familia
    • Montjuïc Hill
    • Barrio Gótico
    • Barcelona Cathedral

    Visit Parque Güell

    Time to 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 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. The duration of the performance is 1 hour and a beverage is included.

  • Day 7: Barcelona

    Take a walking tour of Barcelona

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Las Ramblas

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Taste of Spain

    Taste of Spain

    It’s one thing to sit down at a dinner table and try regional cuisine; it’s quite another thing to first visit a local market and pick out the ingredients for the meal. This is your opportunity to do both—and gain a true understanding of Catalan culture. At the market, an amazing variety of local fruit, vegetables, fish and meat await. Take your groceries back to your cooking class, where you’ll learn professional techniques and tips as you prepare your meal.
  • Day 8: Zaragoza • Madrid

    Travel via Zaragoza to Madrid

  • Day 9: Madrid

    Take a guided tour of Madrid

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Plaza de Oriente

    Visit the Royal Palace

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    Visit the Prado

  • Day 10: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 10: Córdoba • Seville

    Travel via Puerto Lápice to Córdoba

    Visit the Mezquita

    Travel to Seville

  • Day 11: Seville • Costa del Sol

    Take a guided tour of Seville

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Barrio de Santa Cruz

    Visit the Seville Alcázar

    Visit the Seville Cathedral

    Take a walking tour of Seville

    With your tour director you will see:
    • Giralda Tower
    • Torre del Oro
    • Plaza de Toros

    Travel to Costa del Sol

  • Day 12: Costa del Sol

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Spirit of Andalusia

    Spirit of Andalusia

    From rolling hills to postcard-perfect pueblos, the allure of Andalucía is hard to ignore. Your full-day excursion begins as you explore whitewashed villages and centuries-old farmland spotted with almond and oak trees. Head to a local factory to taste the history, practices, and flavors of regional olive oil production before continuing on to the home of a local family to savor all kinds of delicious Andalusian treats. Cap off your day at the charming Historic House Museum, where you'll have the chance to shop for local crafts.
  • Day 13: Depart for home

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

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

  • Hotels

    8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (11 with extension)

  • Regional-style meals

    European breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (4 with extension); 3 walking tours (4 with extension)

  • Entrances

    Louvre; Notre Dame Cathedral; Parque Güell; Palacio Real; Prado; With extension: Mezquita; Seville Alcázar; Seville Cathedral

  • 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

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