CLASSICAL EUROPE
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CLASSICAL EUROPE

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Embark on a fascinating 17-day, 15-night experience exploring the best of Europe, starting in Madrid and continuing through historic Burgos and the charm of Bordeaux and Blois. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Paris before venturing into Switzerland, visiting Basel and Zurich. Enjoy the Alpine landscapes of Innsbruck and the romance of Venice, Rome, Siena, and Florence in Italy. Discover the Leaning Tower of Pisa, relax on the French Riviera in Nice, and conclude your adventure in vibrant Barcelona and Zaragoza before returning to Madrid.

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Trip summary
2 Adults
Nights 16
This idea includes
Destinations 9
Accommodations 16

DAY 01 AMERICA – MADRID

Take a flight to Madrid. (Flight not included). Overnight on board.

DAY 2 MADRID

Upon arrival, our transfer driver will meet you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. Optional tour available. Overnight stay.

Optional tour: Dinner with Flamenco Show

DAY 03 MADRID

Breakfast. Accompanied by a local guide, we'll have our first taste of Europe's liveliest city and enjoy a panoramic tour, including a tour of the main avenues, squares, and monuments, including Gran Vía, Cibeles and the City Hall, Puerta de Alcalá, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the Bullring, and Plaza Oriente, where the Royal Palace is located. Optional tour available. Accommodation.

Optional Tour: Treasures of Toledo.

DAY 04 MADRID – BURGOS – BORDEAUX. (BUS 698 KM)

Breakfast. Departure for northern Spain via Burgos. We'll make a brief stop to admire its fantastic Gothic Cathedral. We'll continue toward the French border, arriving in the city of Bordeaux, capital of the New Aquitaine region and a World Heritage Site. We'll admire the Place de la Bourse and the Miroir d'eaur, known as "the largest reflecting fountain in the world." Overnight stay.

DAY 5 BORDEAUX – BLOIS – PARIS. (BUS 595 KM)

Breakfast. Departure for Paris, with a brief stop in Blois, with its castle on the banks of the Loire. We'll explore its old town, its lively center, and its beautiful buildings, ideal for exploring on foot and marveling at its charm. Free time, then continue on to Paris. Arrival and the possibility of taking an optional tour. Accommodation

Optional Tour: Instagram from Rome

DAY 06 PARIS

Breakfast. In the morning, we'll take a panoramic tour of "the city of love," visiting its most iconic sites, such as the Place de la Concorde and enjoying its spectacular architecture, the Pantheon, the Luxembourg Gardens, the banks of the Seine River, and the Palais des Invalides, home to Napoleon's tomb. We'll continue the tour to the Champs de Mars to photograph the Eiffel Tower. We'll end at the Perfume Museum to discover the secrets of ancient essences, one of France's prides. The remainder of the afternoon is free, or you can take an optional tour. Overnight stay.

Optional Tour:

  1. Secrets of Versailles (Palace and Gardens).
  2. Latin Quarter

DAY 7 PARIS

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities or an optional tour. Overnight.

Optional Tour: Enchanting Witches

DAY 8 PARIS – ZURICH (BUS 600 KM)

Breakfast. Departure for the Swiss border, where we will make several panoramic stops at viewpoints to enjoy the beautiful mountains and valleys. Arrival in Zurich, located in the heart of Europe, a modern metropolis that, without sacrificing its natural beauty, has been ranked among the best cities for quality of life for years. Free time in the historic center, by the lake, where you can enjoy the ambiance. Arrival and overnight stay.

DAY 09 ZURICH – CANTON OF LUCERNE – VENICE. (BUS 710 KM)

Breakfast. Departure for the canton of Lucerne, home to the majestic Mount Titlis with its snow-capped peak. Free time for personal activities or the possibility of taking an optional tour. Continue to Venice. Overnight.

DAY 10 VENICE – ROME (BUS 530KM)

Breakfast. In the morning, we will take a panoramic tour of the beautiful city overlooking the sea. Venice, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a unique city that will captivate you from the moment you see it. Concluding the panoramic tour, or with the possibility of taking an optional tour, we will depart for Rome. Accommodation.

Optional Tour: Gondola Ride in Venice.

DAY 11 ROME

Breakfast. In the morning, we will have a panoramic tour to explore the monuments that made Rome the Eternal City, such as the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Circus Maximus, the Christian basilicas of Saint Mary and Saint John, and the boulevards of Rome lined with some of the oldest churches and palaces in the world. We will conclude this tour in Vatican City. The remainder of the afternoon is free for personal activities or the possibility of taking an optional tour. Overnight stay.

Optional Tour: Colosseum with Rome

DAY 12 ROME

Breakfast. Free day to continue exploring this wonderful city with its numerous museums, shopping areas, and archaeological remains. You can also take an optional tour. Accommodation.

Optional Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.

DAY 13 ROME – SIENA – FLORENCE (BUS 310 KM)

Breakfast. We will depart for Siena, the impressive medieval citadel overlooking the Tuscan countryside. Free time. We will then move on to Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the birthplace of the Renaissance. We will take a walking tour through the heart of the city, gaining insight into its glorious history, architecture, and art. From Piazza della Repubblica, you will reach Florence's oldest bridge, the Ponte Vecchio, the elegant Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and Giotto's Bell Tower. Overnight stay.

DAY 14 FLORENCE – PISA – NICE (BUS 88 KM)

Breakfast. At the scheduled time, transfer to Nice with a stop to visit Pisa. This city is always known for its famous Leaning Tower. We will have free time to marvel at its Cathedral, the Baptistery, and the Place des Miracles. Continue to Nice, a city located on the French Riviera. In the evening, an optional tour is available. Accommodation.

Optional Tour: Elegance in Monaco and Monte Carlo.

DAY 15 NICE – BARCELONA (BUS 660 KM)

Breakfast. Continue to Barcelona. Arrival and panoramic tour, passing through the elegant avenues of the Example, Plaza de España with the Arc de Triomf and the old bullring, the seafront promenade, and ending at the Sagrada Familia. Optional tour available. Overnight.

Optional Tour: Experience Barcelona with Tapas Dinner

DAY 16 BARCELONA

Breakfast. Free day for personal activities

DAY 17 BARCELONA – ZARAGOZA – MADRID (530 KM)

Breakfast. Depart via Zaragoza. Brief stop to visit the Cathedral, the Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar, patron saint of Hispanic heritage, and explore the old town. Continue to Madrid. Optional tour available. Overnight stay.

DAY 18 MADRID – AMERICA

Breakfast. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport for your return flight to your home city.

Guide languages

Spanish
Day 1: Madrid
Day 2: Madrid
Day 3: Madrid, Bordeaux
Day 4: Bordeaux, Paris
Day 5: Paris
Day 6: Paris
Day 7: Paris, Zurich
Day 8: Zurich, Venice
Day 9: Venice, Rome
Day 10: Rome
Day 11: Rome
Day 12: Rome, Florence
Day 13: Florence, Nice
Day 14: Nice, Barcelona
Day 15: Barcelona, Madrid
Day 16: Madrid
Day 17: Madrid
  • Arrival and departure transfers from international airports.
  • Comfortable, modern tourist bus.
  • 15 nights' accommodation in the specified category.
  • Daily breakfasts as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Panoramic city tours as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Tour guides accompanying the group throughout the trip.
  • Local guides in major cities.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Accommodation taxes.
  • 24-hour assistance before and during the trip.
  • Medical assistance coverage (up to age 70) with a limit of USD 40,000 for illness or accident (travelers aged 71–84 and 85+ must pay a supplement for medical assistance and are ineligible for the cancellation upgrade; please consult your travel advisor).
  • Domestic and international flights.
  • Visa processing (if applicable).
  • Personal expenses.
  • Unspecified services.
  • Excursions, services, and meals marked as optional.
  • Tips for guides and drivers.
  • Flight seat selection: if a specific seat assignment is required, an additional fee may apply, determined directly by the airline.

Possible accommodations

10 accommodations

IMPORTANTS NOTES

RATES:

  • Rates are subject to change without prior notice and to availability; space is limited.
  • Prices fluctuate constantly; we suggest verifying them and not treating this document as final.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Please consult your representative regarding rates for infants and/or children under 4 years of age, as some trips do not accommodate this age group.
  • The itinerary may be adjusted due to force majeure. In the event of any unforeseen circumstances, passenger safety will be the priority.
  • The child rate applies only when sharing a room with two adults and is subject to the availability of a triple room.
  • The age range defined as "child" is 2 to 12 years old.
  • Arrival and departure transfers are scheduled from each city's international airports during daytime hours (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM). Please inquire about supplements for other airports, ports, or train stations, as well as for nighttime schedules or arrivals/departures after 10:00 PM.

IMPORTANT NOTES – OPTIONAL TOURS

  • Some sites may be closed due to political or diplomatic reasons.
  • Optional tours are subject to schedule changes or may take place on different days; changes may occur at the destination without prior notice.
  • A minimum of 20 passengers per excursion is required for optional tours to operate.

IMPORTANT NOTES – ACCOMMODATION

  • Triple rooms consist of one double bed plus an extra bed (rollaway) or a sofa bed.
  • When minors travel accompanied by their parents, triple room availability is required.
  • Rates for triple rooms, children, and retired passengers are subject to special conditions and availability. Please consult your travel agent to confirm the applicable rate.

HOTELS:

  • This is a list of the hotels most frequently used for this tour. Listed for reference purposes only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments of the same category.

PAYMENT TERMS

  • Initial deposit $125.00 NON-REFUNDABLE
  • 120 days prior to trip start 50% payment of the contracted program value
  • 90 days prior to trip start 80% payment of the contracted program value
  • 60 days prior to trip start 100% payment of the contracted program value



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