Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
Your trip starts in London, then you'll head to the White Cliffs of Dover for your first look at the dramatic coastline. After crossing the English Channel by ferry to Calais, you'll spend time exploring the World War I battlefields throughout the Valley of the Somme. Later in the evening, you arrive in Paris and take a night tour through the illuminated streets to get your bearings in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Night tour of Paris
Optional Activities
- Explore World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme
- View the White Cliffs of Dover
Landmarks/POIs White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme - Day 2
Paris
This morning and afternoon you'll walk through Paris visiting Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre Museum, plus you can check out the haute couture shops if that interests you. Throughout the day you'll grab coffee and crepes at local spots while taking in the sights. By evening you'll have dinner and catch a cabaret show to experience the city's nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with cabaret show)
Included Activities
- Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
- Visit the Louvre
- Dinner and cabaret show
Optional Activities
- Explore haute couture shops
Landmarks/POIs Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre - Day 3
Paris to Bordeaux
You'll leave Paris and head south to Bordeaux, a city known for wine production since the 1st century. Wander through the charming streets and find the Miroir d'eau, a reflecting pool that's worth seeing. If you're interested, there's an option to join a wine tasting walk along the river to sample local varieties.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting scenic stroll
Landmarks/POIs Miroir d'eau - Day 4
Bordeaux to San Sebastian
After Bordeaux, you'll travel toward the Spanish border and arrive in San Sebastian, a coastal town right on the France-Spain line. You'll have time for people-watching from the main squares and streets. There's also an option to join a pintxos tour where you can sample the local small bites and regional flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Pintxos tour
- Day 5
San Sebastian
This morning you'll explore San Sebastian's different neighborhoods starting with Parte Vieja and moving through the Centro Romántico area. You'll walk the cobblestone streets and spend time along Playa de la Concha to take in the coastal views. Later, you'll have an included dinner to wrap up the day in this charming town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Parte Vieja
- Visit Playa de la Concha
- Explore Centro Romántico
- Included dinner
Landmarks/POIs Playa de la Concha - Day 6
San Sebastian to Barcelona
You'll leave San Sebastian and head to Barcelona where the Mediterranean meets the city. Start by visiting Sagrada Familia, then walk through the Gothic Quarter to see the architecture and street life. After that, you can head to the beaches to relax, and if you'd like, there's an optional flamenco show in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sagrada Familia
Optional Activities
- Explore Gothic Quarter
- Visit the beach
- Flamenco show
Landmarks/POIs Sagrada Familia Gothic Quarter - Day 7
Barcelona
Barcelona has plenty to keep you busy today. You'll check out Parc Güell in the morning, then head to the beach to relax for a bit. Later you can wander the backstreets trying tapas and paella with a glass of sangria. There's also a cooking experience available if you want to prepare and cook your own meal with local ingredients.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Parc Güell
- Beach time
- Tapas and paella exploration
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® cooking experience
Landmarks/POIs Parc Güell - Day 8
Barcelona
Your journey comes to an end today. Take time to reflect on everything you've seen and experienced over these past days, from the cliffs of Dover through the Mediterranean coast. Think through what inspired you most and start thinking about where your next trip might take you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
