Beginning in Madrid, the capital of Spain, your Mediterranean adventure takes you to all the hotspots along the Mediterranean coast and makes sure you experience the best of each city. Flamenco dance in Barcelona, rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the French Riviera, enjoy the delights of Tuscany and walk in the footsteps of Roman Emperors in Rome. Don't forget your stay in the City of Popes, Avignon and the obligatory photo of you and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. You'll be amazed at how much you'll see in just under two weeks!
| Length: | 14 days |
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| Accommodations: | n/a |
| Meals: | Dinner, Breakfast as per itinerary
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| Sightseeing: | Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City |
| Transportation: | Coach |
Arrive MadridAfter checking in to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm in the hotel.
MadridOur morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight a chance to try fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine.
Madrid to BarcelonaThe first stop today is Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance for lunch in this city of four cultures. We travel east arriving in Catalonia's most famous city, Barcelona.
BarcelonaOur included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing?
Barcelona to AvignonWe say goodbye to Spain today as we head for France. Travelling through Provence to arrive at our overnight stop, Avignon, City of the Popes.
Avignon to French RivieraThis morning we continue to Aix-en-Provence, home of Paul Cezanne, for lunch. We visit a French Perfumery in Grasse before continuing to our hotel in Nice. Tonight we visit magnificent Monaco to see the Royal Palace and a Monte Carlo Casino.
French RivieraRub shoulders with the rich and famous on the Nice promenade, shop for French fashion or laze the day away on the sun-drenched beaches - the choice is yours!
French Riviera to PisaPast Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, before entering the unspoilt Cinque Terre Region to visit the various villages along this stunning coast. Then on to Pisa to enjoy the nightlife.
Pisa to FlorenceFree time this morning in Pisa, then through Tuscany to the Renaissance city of Florence. A chance to learn about Florentine leathercraft and shop for silver and gold.
FlorenceThe day includes a walking tour of the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce. In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife.
Florence to RomeThis morning we head to San Gimignano for free time, then we leave Tuscany behind and make our way to Italy's capital, Rome. This evening enjoy your first taste of this amazing city on our sightseeing tour.
RomeAncient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two).
Depart RomeTime to swap addresses and email details and say 'Arrivederci Roma' as the tour ends after breakfast.
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!