10 or 12 days
France, Spain, extension to Madrid

From Gothic marvels to Gaudí’s cathedrals, diversity rules on this multi-faceted exploration.

In Paris, the spirit of the Renaissance comes alive in historic neighborhoods, while in Barcelona, the Picasso Museum provides a more focused experience. The Eiffel Tower’s intricate architecture and La Sagrada Família’s surreal façade are both unforgettable in their own distinct ways. Picturesque Provence adds yet another perspective.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of Paris

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Île de la Cité
    • Conciergerie
    • Sainte-Chapelle

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

  • 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

    Explore Parisian art culture firsthand during a hands-on art class 

    Enjoy a Seine River cruise

  • Day 5: Paris • Provence

    Travel by TGV train to Avignon

    Visit the Papal Palace

    Take a walking tour of Avignon

    Travel to Provence

  • Day 6: Provence

    Travel to Provence

    Visit the Pont du Gard

    Take a tour of Nîmes

    Visit the Nîmes Ampitheater

  • Day 7: Provence • Carcassonne • Barcelona

    Travel via Carcassonne to Barcelona

    Take a tour of Carcassonne
  • Day 8: 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

    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 9: Barcelona

    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 to play the role of head chef. Working in a small group, you will follow a recipe, receive instruction from a professional chef, and prepare an authentic local dish—all while gaining an understanding of Catalan culture. 

    Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas

    Visit the Picasso Museum
  • Day 10: Depart for home

Add 2 more days

  • Day 10: Barcelona • Madrid

    Travel by train to Madrid

    Visit the Prado Museum

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Mercado de San Miguel
  • Day 11: Madrid

    Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide 

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

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of Paris

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Île de la Cité
    • Conciergerie
    • Sainte-Chapelle

    Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

  • 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

    Explore Parisian art culture firsthand during a hands-on art class 

    Enjoy a Seine River cruise

  • Day 5: Paris • Provence

    Travel by TGV train to Avignon

    Visit the Papal Palace

    Take a walking tour of Avignon

    Travel to Provence

  • Day 6: Provence

    Travel to Provence

    Visit the Pont du Gard

    Take a tour of Nîmes

    Visit the Nîmes Ampitheater

  • Day 7: Provence • Carcassonne • Barcelona

    Travel via Carcassonne to Barcelona

    Take a tour of Carcassonne
  • Day 8: 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

    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 9: Barcelona

    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 to play the role of head chef. Working in a small group, you will follow a recipe, receive instruction from a professional chef, and prepare an authentic local dish—all while gaining an understanding of Catalan culture. 

    Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas

    Visit the Picasso Museum
  • Day 10: Depart for home

Add 2 more days

  • Day 10: Barcelona • Madrid

    Travel by train to Madrid

    Visit the Prado Museum

    Take a walking tour of Madrid

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Puerta del Sol
    • Plaza Mayor
    • Mercado de San Miguel
  • Day 11: Madrid

    Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide 

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

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

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

  • Hotels

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

  • Regional-style meals

    European breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (3 with extension); 6 walking tours led by your Tour Director (3 with extension)

  • Entrances

    Art class; Palais des Papes; Pont du Gard; Nîmes Amphitheater; Calanques; Park Güell; Picasso Museum; (with extension: Prado; Immersive Scavenger Hunt)

  • 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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