2-Week France, Italy and Spain Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week France, Italy And Spain tour itineraries

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• 13 Day Western Europe Itinerary, incl. Paris and Barcelona

  The 13-day route through France, Italy, and Spain showcases Paris's landmarks, Rome's ancient sites, Cinque Terre's coastal trails, and Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. Highlights include a migrant-led cooking class, unlimited train access in national parks, and multi-share accommodations.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Paris

    Begin in the City of Light. Visit the Eiffel Tower before 9 AM to avoid the biggest crowds. Get around easily with a carnet of 10 metro tickets for about $17. A recent visitor shared: "Getting to experience all the essential tourist spots on one's bucket list gives you a good idea of which places to come back to."

    
  • Days 3-5

    Interlaken

    Take the 5.5-hour trip from Paris to this Swiss mountain town. Book popular activities like canyoning ($130) or paragliding well before arrival, especially in summer. Pack layers for unpredictable mountain weather. The local hostels are known for their social atmosphere.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Rome

    Plan for an 8-hour journey from Interlaken through Milan. Book your Colosseum ($26) and Vatican Museums ($22) tickets online to skip the long lines. Head to Trastevere for authentic Italian dining away from tourist spots. The Metro A line runs until 11:30 PM for easy returns to your hotel.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Italian Riviera

    Stay in Rapallo to explore Cinque Terre. Your train pass lets you visit all five villages easily. Start your hikes early to avoid the heat. One traveler noted: "The coastal trail views were incredible, but bring proper walking shoes—the paths can be steep and uneven."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Nice & Monaco

    Take a 5-hour train to the French Riviera. Monaco is just 20 minutes away by train. Remember your passport and formal clothes for the Monte Carlo Casino. Nice's Old Town comes alive in the evening when it's cooler and restaurants are bustling.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Barcelona

    Fly from Nice (2 hours). Take the Aerobus from the airport to Plaza Catalunya ($7, runs every 10 minutes). Book Sagrada Familia tickets months in advance. Las Ramblas is lively at night but stick to main streets. The Metro runs until 2 AM on weekends.

    

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• 13 Day Mediterranean Europe Itinerary, incl. Rome and Madrid

  This 13-day tour covers 18 cities across France, Italy, and Spain. From Rome's ancient sites through Provence's charm to Madrid's royal capital, guests stay at carefully chosen hotels like Front Air Congress Barcelona, with guided tours in major cities.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Rome

    Get to the Vatican museums by 8:00 AM to beat the crowds and long lines. Spend your first evening exploring Trastevere with its charming cobblestone streets and excellent traditional restaurants. For Pompeii or Naples day trips take the afternoon trains when the crowds have thinned out.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Tuscany Exploration

    Head to Orvieto through Umbria. Take the convenient escalators from the lower town to the medieval center instead of climbing the steep hill. Visit Siena's Piazza del Campo in early morning or late afternoon to avoid the strong midday sun. Plan your San Gimignano visit for after 2 PM when most tour buses are gone - it's about a 1.5-hour drive.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Florence and Coastal Journey

    Book your Uffizi Gallery tickets online for 8:15 AM before the crowds arrive. Get your perfect Michelangelo viewpoint photo at sunset when the light is best and tourist groups have left. Plan your 3-hour trip to Pisa and the Italian Riviera after lunch to avoid morning traffic.

    
  • Days 8-9

    French Riviera & Provence

    Stay in Nice while exploring the Côte d'Azur. Take the boat from Saint-Maxime to Saint-Tropez for beautiful views and no traffic hassles. Visit Aix-en-Provence's markets early before it gets too hot. A recent visitor shared: "The 3-hour walk through Avignon's old town was fascinating, but bring water and a hat—the medieval walls trap heat like an oven in summer."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Barcelona to Valencia

    Book the 9 AM slot at Sagrada Familia well in advance. Take an evening trip to Maremagnum for excellent dining with harbor views. The drive to Valencia takes about 4 hours. Stop at Peñíscola to stretch your legs and check out its seaside castle.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Madrid Finale

    See the main attractions like Retiro Park and Plaza Mayor on a morning tour. For the Bernabéu Stadium tour go after 2 PM when practice usually ends and you might spot some players. A visitor tip: "The evening food scene in La Latina neighborhood was incredible—start at Calle Cava Baja around 8:30 PM when locals begin their tapas crawl."

    

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• 13 Days Mediterranean Highlights, incl. Madrid and Rome

  A grand 13-day tour through Spain, France, and Italy's finest cities showcases Madrid's Royal Palace, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, Nice's promenade, and Rome's Vatican. Accommodations include stays at Rafael Atocha and Grand Mediterraneo hotels.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Madrid

    Begin in Spain's capital by visiting the Royal Palace and Prado Museum early in the morning. "The morning light streaming through the palace windows makes for incredible photos," notes a recent visitor. Remember Spanish meal schedules. Most restaurants don't open for dinner until 8:30 PM, so plan afternoon rest breaks to adjust.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Barcelona

    A 3-hour high-speed train takes you to Barcelona. Visit Sagrada Familia at 8:30 AM to avoid crowds. Visit Park Güell in late afternoon for better photos. Explore the Gothic Quarter's shaded streets during hot midday hours. You might want to take a side trip to Montserrat monastery. It's an hour away but the mountain views make it worth your time.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Provence & French Riviera

    Enter France through Arles, where Van Gogh found inspiration. Stop at the Pont du Gard aqueduct before reaching Avignon's Papal Palace. Stay in Nice and use it as your base to visit Monaco and Saint-Paul-de-Vence using the reliable coastal train system.

    
  • Day 7

    Côte d'Azur

    Nice's Old Town markets come alive by 8 AM. Take the 20-minute coastal train to Monaco for afternoon exploration but visit the palace area before lunch to beat the crowds.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Cinque Terre & Tuscany

    The trip to Cinque Terre requires an early start but offers beautiful coastal views. Bring sturdy shoes for the sometimes slippery paths between villages. Continue to Pisa and Florence, stopping for lunch at a local agriturismo near Vinci for real Tuscan cooking.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Florence

    Two full days in Florence lets you see everything properly. Get to the Duomo by 7:45 AM when it opens at 8:15. Walk across Ponte Vecchio at sunset for the best views. As one visitor shares: "The morning light on the Arno River makes even amateur photos look professional."

  • Days 12-13

    Rome

    Finish in Rome exploring the Vatican Museums and Ancient Rome. Book early morning Vatican tickets to avoid crowds. Visit the Colosseum after 3 PM when crowds thin out. Spend your evenings in Trastevere where you'll find authentic restaurants away from tourist spots.

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