From Paris to Lisbon A European Adventure
Begin in Paris and end in Lisbon on a 15–day journey mixing icons, coastal scenery and Roman heritage. See Montmartre, ascend the Eiffel Tower and cruise the Seine; wander the Loire and Bordeaux; experience Lourdes’ evening procession. Follow the Med through Marseille and Provence, with Avignon and the Pont du Gard, then on to Barcelona. In Spain’s heartland, explore Madrid’s grand boulevards, with entry to the Bernabéu. Continue to Andalusia for Granada’s Alhambra option and Ronda’s gorge before lively Seville and its Guadalquivir cruise. Cross into Portugal via Mérida’s Roman remains and Évora’s lanes, wrapping up with Lisbon’s Belém and hilltop viewpoints.
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Tour Overview
Duration
15 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
ParisEnds
LisbonMinimum 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 France 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
France, Spain, PortugalPassengers
£2,465.00
£300.00
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
Paris
Tours
Bordeaux
Lourdes
Carcassonne
Narbona
Marseille
Aix-en-Provence
Avignon
Pont du Gard
Barcelona
Peniscola
Valencia
Madrid
Granada
Malaga
Marbella
Ronda
Seville
Mérida
Évora
Lisbon
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Paris
Welcome to Paris. On arrival we’ll arrange your transfer to the hotel, after which you’ll have free time to settle in or explore at your own pace. In the afternoon we’ll share details about the start of your tour — either in person or via the information board at hotel reception.
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 - Paris
This morning we head to the Palace of Versailles – admission not included – to see its celebrated gardens. Returning to Paris, we visit Montmartre, the bohemian neighbourhood known for its artists and cabarets. We then take a panoramic city tour with a local guide, showcasing the city’s grand avenues and landmark monuments, before returning to the hotel. In the evening, you can opt to attend a variety show.
Day 3 - Paris - Tours
We begin in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower, including ascent to the second level – admission included. We then take a leisurely cruise on the Seine lasting around one hour fifteen minutes. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. At 5.00 pm we leave Paris for the Loire Valley, arriving in Tours – the regional capital – in the evening. You might like to take a relaxed stroll and find dinner in the historic centre. Please note that queues for the Eiffel Tower can be long, so our visit may be moved to another time – or to Sunday – for logistical reasons.
Day 4 - Tours - Bordeaux - Lourdes
We travel south from Tours through vineyard country to Bordeaux – its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have free time for lunch and to explore – we suggest the Port of the Moon and the Cathedral of St Andrew. We then continue towards the Pyrenees, arriving in Lourdes in the late afternoon. In the evening, you can attend the candlelight procession if operating (late March to end of October) and visit the places of worship. We include dinner at the hotel.
Day 5 - Lourdes - Carcassonne - Narbona - Marseille
We’ll leave Lourdes and travel across the south of France, stopping in Carcassonne, a city encircled by impressive medieval ramparts. You’ll have time to wander and explore at your own pace. After time for lunch, we’ll continue to Narbonne, where you’ll have free time to discover this historic Occitan city and its picturesque old town. In the late afternoon we’ll arrive in Marseille, France’s second-largest city – we recommend a relaxed stroll around the lively Vieux-Port, lined with small restaurants.
Day 6 - Marseille - Aix-en-Provence - Avignon - Pont du Gard - Barcelona
From Marseille, we explore Provence. We stop first in Aix‑en‑Provence, birthplace of Paul Cézanne, where you have time to wander the historic centre with its narrow streets, fountains and lively squares. We continue to Avignon for a leisurely walk inside the walled city on the Rhône — once the seat of the Catholic popes and known as the second Rome until it joined France in 1791 — where you can choose a spot for lunch and view the imposing Palace of the Popes. We then visit the Pont du Gard — admission included — a remarkable Roman aqueduct and UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterwards, we head towards Catalonia, arriving in Barcelona in the evening.
Day 7 - Barcelona
This morning we include a panoramic tour of Barcelona, a Mediterranean city renowned for Gaudí’s modernist architecture, its lively Ramblas and the legacies of its World Expositions and Olympic Games. We finish at Maremagnum – the waterfront dining and leisure complex beside Columbus Square – where you can stroll the area at your own pace. The afternoon is free for you to explore as you wish. We return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Day 8 - Barcelona - Peniscola - Valencia - Madrid
We travel south along the Mediterranean, stopping in Peniscola – a walled seaside town – for a stroll. We then continue to Valencia, arriving around lunchtime – you could try the city’s famous paella. At about 4.30 pm we set off for Madrid, with a brief stop at Valencia’s avant–garde City of Arts and Sciences. We reach Madrid between 8.30 and 9.00 pm, and to welcome you we include a transfer to Plaza Mayor – a popular spot for pinchos or a glass of wine at one of its many restaurants. Note: depending on passenger numbers, the Valencia–Madrid journey may be by high–speed train.
Day 9 - Madrid
We begin with a comprehensive tour of central Madrid, taking in the Paseo del Prado, the Cibeles and Neptuno fountains, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. We then continue to Retiro Park – a green oasis in the heart of the city – 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. You’ll have the afternoon at leisure to explore as you wish. In the evening, we provide a transfer back to the hotel.
Day 10 - Madrid - Granada
We leave Madrid early and travel south across La Mancha, pausing in Puerto Lápice – a classic Manchegan village associated with Don Quixote – before continuing into Andalusia via Despeñaperros. We arrive in Granada, where lunch is included.In the afternoon, if you have booked the Alhambra option in advance, you visit the Alhambra and the Generalife with a local guide – masterpieces from the Arab period. Visitor numbers for the Alhambra are strictly regulated by law – tickets are issued when your tour is confirmed, and you must provide accurate personal details (full name and passport/ID number) at the time of booking. Ticket costs are not refundable if you cancel. In the rare event the Alhambra visit is not possible, you will instead visit the Royal Alcázar of Seville, which offers similar historical and architectural significance.
Day 11 - Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville
Leaving Granada, we follow the Sierra Nevada to the Mediterranean, tracing the Tropical Coast – a stretch with a mild microclimate that supports guava, mango and avocado and once grew sugar cane. We pause in Nerja to take in its striking sea cliffs, then continue to Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll through the historic centre. In the afternoon, we head into the Andalusian sierras to reach Ronda, a remarkable white town split by a dramatic gorge, before continuing to Seville for a late‑afternoon arrival. Dinner is included at the hotel.
Day 12 - Seville
In the morning, we take a city tour of Seville, seeing the cathedral with its Giralda, the Guadalquivir riverbanks, and the Santa Cruz and Triana neighbourhoods. After the tour, we enjoy a boat cruise on the Guadalquivir with panoramic views – this is included. In the evening, you can choose to attend a flamenco tablao.
Day 13 - Seville - Merida - Evora - Lisbon
We leave Seville, travelling through rolling hills and wide pasturelands towards Extremadura. In Mérida, we include admission to the Archaeological Ensemble – home to the remarkably preserved Roman theatre and amphitheatre – recognised as a World Heritage Site. You’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll through the pedestrian historic centre. We then continue into Portugal, stopping in Évora – also a World Heritage Site – known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces and cathedral. We arrive in Lisbon in the evening.
Day 14 - Lisbon
In the morning, we set out on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon – Portugal’s capital of seven hills – taking in its alleyways, iconic tiles and Atlantic light. We also visit the Belém neighbourhood, from where Portuguese navigators set sail in the 15th century. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace – you might wander up to Bairro Alto and its viewpoint, or join an optional excursion to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we return to the hotel from lively Restauradores Square, lined with bars and cafés.
Day 15 - Lisbon
After breakfast, we conclude the tour in Lisbon – we hope you leave with lasting memories of your journey.
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Extras and add-ons
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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 - Lisbon
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Paris
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.
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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