9 or 11 days
Italy, France, Spain

Experience four countries on this tour of southern Europe.

Discover how Cinque Terre has retained its original charm, learn how the French Riviera became the place to be for generations of rich and famous, and see how Antoni Gaudí’s surreal architecture has turned the city of Barcelona into one big gallery.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

  • Day 2: Milan • Cinque Terre

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Cinque Terre
  • Day 3: Cinque Terre

    Explore Cinque Terre by train

  • Day 4: Cinque Terre • French Riviera

    Travel to the French Riviera

    Take a tour of Monaco

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Prince’s Palace
    • Monaco Cathedral

    Visit a French perfume factory

  • Day 5: French Riviera

    Take a walking tour of Nice

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Vieille Ville
    • Promenade des Anglais
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Saint-Paul de Vence

    Saint-Paul de Vence

    Join a half-day guided excursion to the medieval, fortified hill town of Saint-Paul de Vence, one of the French Riviera’s most beautiful villages. Admire breathtaking views that inspired painters like Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse as you stroll along the 16th-century ramparts encircling the town. Then lose yourself in the town’s maze of charming streets and see why it’s a photographer’s delight. 

  • Day 6: French Riviera • Barcelona

    Travel to Barcelona
  • Day 7: 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

    Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas

    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

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Montserrat

    Montserrat

    Journey northwest of Barcelona on a half-day excursion to Montserrat, a beautiful mountain range in Catalonia known for its distinctive rock formations. You'll see the Montserrat Monastery, founded in the 11th century, and learn about its role in Catalonia’s history. 

    Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc 

  • Day 9: Depart for home

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  • Day 9: Barcelona • Madrid

    Travel by train to Madrid

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Mercado de San Miguel

    Visit the Prado Museum

  • Day 10: Madrid

    Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF 

    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 11: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

  • Day 2: Milan • Cinque Terre

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Cinque Terre
  • Day 3: Cinque Terre

    Explore Cinque Terre by train

  • Day 4: Cinque Terre • French Riviera

    Travel to the French Riviera

    Take a tour of Monaco

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Prince’s Palace
    • Monaco Cathedral

    Visit a French perfume factory

  • Day 5: French Riviera

    Take a walking tour of Nice

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Vieille Ville
    • Promenade des Anglais
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Saint-Paul de Vence

    Saint-Paul de Vence

    Join a half-day guided excursion to the medieval, fortified hill town of Saint-Paul de Vence, one of the French Riviera’s most beautiful villages. Admire breathtaking views that inspired painters like Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse as you stroll along the 16th-century ramparts encircling the town. Then lose yourself in the town’s maze of charming streets and see why it’s a photographer’s delight. 

  • Day 6: French Riviera • Barcelona

    Travel to Barcelona
  • Day 7: 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

    Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas

    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

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Montserrat

    Montserrat

    Journey northwest of Barcelona on a half-day excursion to Montserrat, a beautiful mountain range in Catalonia known for its distinctive rock formations. You'll see the Montserrat Monastery, founded in the 11th century, and learn about its role in Catalonia’s history. 

    Snap a panoramic photo of Barcelona atop Montjuïc 

  • Day 9: Depart for home

Add 2 more days

  • Day 9: Barcelona • Madrid

    Travel by train to Madrid

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Mercado de San Miguel

    Visit the Prado Museum

  • Day 10: Madrid

    Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF 

    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 11: Depart for home

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

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

  • Hotels

    7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extensions)

  • Regional-style meals

    European breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    1 sightseeing tour led by an expert, licensed local guide (2 with extension); 4 walking tours led by your Tour Director (5 with extension)

  • Entrances

    Park Guell (with extension: Prado; Palacio Real)

  • 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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