Paris to the Pyrenees
The Pyrenees separate Spain and France, making for an interesting blend of the two cultures.
Bookended by Paris and Barcelona—where some of the world’s best art and architecture are on display—border cities like Biarritz, San Sebastian and Pamplona show subtle variations in French and Spanish culture. Experience the local flavor in the plazas and cathedrals.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to France
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Day 2: Paris
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Paris
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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
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
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Day 4: Paris • Loire Valley • Bordeaux
Travel via the Loire Valley to Bordeaux
Visit the Château de Chenonceau
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Day 5: Bordeaux • Basque Coast
Travel via Arcachon to Biarritz
Take a walking tour of Dune du Pilat
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Day 6: Basque Coast • Pamplona
Travel via San Sebastián to Pamplona
Take a walking tour of San Sebastián
Take a walk up Monte Urgull for some beautiful views
Take a guided tour of Pamplona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Plaza del Castillo
- Pamplona Cathedral
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Day 7: Pamplona • Zaragoza • Barcelona
Travel via Zaragoza to Barcelona
Visit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 8: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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 9: Barcelona
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Montserrat
Journey northwest of Barcelona on a half-day excursion to Montserrat. Its mountain setting provides a dramatic backdrop for the 9th-century monastery whose basilica houses the Black Virgin Mary of Montserrat. Legend has it that Benedictine monks could not move the statue to construct their monastery, so instead they built around it. You may even hear the renowned boys' choir during your visit.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: 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
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Day 11: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
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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 airportTake a walking tour of Paris
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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
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Visit the Louvre
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Day 4: Paris • Loire Valley • Bordeaux
Travel via the Loire Valley to Bordeaux
Visit the Château de Chenonceau
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Day 5: Bordeaux • Basque Coast
Travel via Arcachon to Biarritz
Take a walking tour of Dune du Pilat
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Day 6: Basque Coast • Pamplona
Travel via San Sebastián to Pamplona
Take a walking tour of San Sebastián
Take a walk up Monte Urgull for some beautiful views
Take a guided tour of Pamplona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Plaza del Castillo
- Pamplona Cathedral
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Day 7: Pamplona • Zaragoza • Barcelona
Travel via Zaragoza to Barcelona
Visit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 8: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Montjuïc
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
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 9: Barcelona
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Montserrat
Journey northwest of Barcelona on a half-day excursion to Montserrat. Its mountain setting provides a dramatic backdrop for the 9th-century monastery whose basilica houses the Black Virgin Mary of Montserrat. Legend has it that Benedictine monks could not move the statue to construct their monastery, so instead they built around it. You may even hear the renowned boys' choir during your visit.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: 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
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Day 11: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Visit the Royal Palace
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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; AVE high-speed train with extension
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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); 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours (3 with extension)
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Entrances
Louvre; Chenonceau; Park Güell; With extension: Palacio Real; Prado
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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.
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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.
