A Journey Through Spain and Paris
Start in Madrid and end in Paris on a relaxed 10 days – blending iconic cities, coastal views and Moorish heritage. You’ll explore Madrid’s grand avenues, Retiro and the Santiago Bernabéu, plus tapas around Plaza Mayor. Then travel south to Granada for the Alhambra option, before following the Tropical Coast to Ronda’s dramatic gorge. Seville brings its cathedral, the Giralda and a cruise on the Guadalquivir. Continue by high speed train to Zaragoza for Goya stories and the Aljafería, call at Poblet Abbey, then enjoy Barcelona’s Gaudí highlights. Paris rounds things off with Montmartre, Versailles gardens, the Eiffel Tower and a Seine cruise.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
MadridEnds
ParisMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Spain that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Countries
Spain, FrancePassengers
$2,822.00
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Madrid
Granada
Malaga
Marbella
Ronda
Seville
Zaragoza
Poblet
Barcelona
Paris
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Included
Not Included
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Itinerary
Day 1 - Madrid
Welcome to Madrid. On arrival at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, after which you’ll have free time until the tour begins. Please check the information signs at reception for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travellers. In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to the historic Plaza Mayor and nearby La Latina – one of Madrid’s best areas for nightlife and tapas. You can choose where to dine, with plenty of options including Spanish, Indian, Chinese and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Madrid
This morning we take a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, including Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. We then visit Retiro Park to see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Admission is included to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – home of Real Madrid, considered by many to be the best football club in the world. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore as you wish. In the evening we provide a return transfer to the hotel.
Day 3 - Madrid - Granada
We leave Madrid early, travelling south across La Mancha. Our first stop is Puerto Lápice – a classic Manchego village evoking the world of Don Quixote. We then continue through Despeñaperros into Andalusia, arriving in Granada, where lunch is included.In the afternoon, if you have selected the Alhambra option, you explore the Alhambra and its Generalife Gardens with a local guide – landmark sites from the Arab period. Important note: visitor numbers are strictly controlled by law, so tickets are issued when your tour is confirmed and require your exact personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Ticket costs are non refundable in case of cancellation. In the rare event the Alhambra visit cannot be secured, we will instead arrange a tour of the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Day 4 - Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville
Leaving Granada, we travel past the Sierra Nevada and follow the Mediterranean along the Tropical Coast – a mild microclimate that supports guavas, mangoes and avocados, and formerly sugar cane. We stop in Nerja, a seaside town with striking cliffs, then continue to Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol and home to a lively historic centre. You have time for lunch and a stroll before we drive into the Andalusian sierras to reach Ronda, a white town famed for the dramatic gorge that divides it. We then continue to Seville, arriving in the late afternoon – dinner is included at the hotel.
Day 5 - Seville - Zaragoza
This morning we take a panoramic tour of Seville, visiting the cathedral and its famed Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir, and the atmospheric neighbourhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, we include a boat ride on the Guadalquivir. In the afternoon we transfer you to the station to board the high–speed train, scheduled to depart around 16:30 and covering the 850 km to Zaragoza in just under four hours. On arrival, we transfer you to your hotel. Please note the train sector is unescorted by our tour guide.
Day 6 - Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona
We start with a morning panoramic tour of Zaragoza led by a local expert, beginning at the Cathedral–Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. We explore the city’s links to Goya and view some of his works, then continue to the Roman theatre and a Renaissance palace, before a stroll by the Aljafería Palace. After lunch, we travel into Catalonia to visit Poblet Abbey – a remarkable walled monastery set amid beautiful scenery and one of the best preserved medieval monasteries in the world, with tickets included. We then continue to Barcelona, arriving in the evening.
Day 7 - Barcelona
This morning we set out on a panoramic tour of Barcelona – a Mediterranean city known for Gaudí’s modernist architecture, its lively Ramblas and the legacy of its World Expositions and Olympic Games. The tour ends at Maremagnum, the waterfront leisure and dining complex by Columbus Square, where you can stroll the area at your own pace. The afternoon is free for you to continue exploring. We’ll return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Day 8 - Barcelona - Paris
At the scheduled time, we’ll transfer you to the station for your included high-speed train to Paris – a comfortable journey of just over six hours. On arrival, we’ll meet you for a transfer to your hotel. Your guide will contact you this evening – alternatively, please check the information signs at reception. Please note that the train journey is unescorted by our tour guide.
Day 9 - Paris
Today we head to the Palace of Versailles — admission not included — celebrated for its magnificent gardens. Back in Paris, we explore Montmartre, the bohemian neighbourhood famous for its artists and cabarets. We then join a panoramic city tour with a local guide to take in the city’s grand avenues and iconic monuments, afterwards returning to the hotel. In the evening, you can choose to attend an optional variety show.
Day 10 - Paris
We begin in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower – tickets are included to the second floor – followed by a relaxing Seine cruise of around one hour and fifteen minutes. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace – please note the return transfer to the hotel is not included. If queues at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we may adjust the timing of the visit – possibly to Sunday. Our journey ends today, so please check your flight time in case you need to arrange an additional night.
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Tour Reviews
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Paris
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Madrid
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Guiding Style
Multi-Lingual Tour
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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