Itinerary
- Day 1
Madrid
After breakfast, you'll have free time to get oriented and relax at your hotel. In the afternoon, join a guided city tour that hits the major spots: the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain, and the Paseo del Prado museums. The tour wraps up at Plaza Mayor, where you can stick around for dinner and soak in the evening energy of the square.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Madrid
- Visit Royal Palace
- Visit Cibeles Fountain
- Visit Paseo del Prado
Optional Activities
- Flamenco night with dinner (70 EUR)
Landmarks Royal Palace of Madrid Cibeles Fountain Paseo del Prado Plaza Mayor 
- Day 2
Madrid
Today is yours to spend however you like in Madrid. Wander the neighborhoods at your own pace, hit the museums, or grab lunch at a spot that appeals to you. If you want a structured option, there's an optional excursion to Toledo, the historic city perched on a hill about an hour away.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Praga), Hotel (Axor Feria), Hotel (Novotel Campo De Las Naciones)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Toledo - 5 hours (40 EUR) including panoramic tour, Mirador del Valle, Cathedral walk, and damascening workshop visit
- Day 3
Madrid to Bilbao
You'll travel north through mountain landscapes heading toward Castile. First stop is Segovia, where you can see the famous Alcazar castle and the ancient Roman Aqueduct. From there, head to the medieval village of Pedraza for a walk through its quiet streets, then continue to Bilbao. Once you arrive, explore the old town and grab pintxos (small Basque bites) at local taverns.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nh La Avanzada)
Included Activities
- Scenic route around Segovia to Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos
- View Alcazar of Segovia
- Visit Roman Aqueduct of Segovia
- Free time in Segovia old town and Plaza Mayor
- Visit medieval village of Pedraza
- Free time for walk in Pedraza
- Explore Bilbao old town
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Segovia
- Sample pintxos at taverns and bars in Bilbao
Landmarks Alcazar of Segovia Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos Roman Aqueduct of Segovia Plaza Mayor of Segovia Pedraza 
- Day 4
Bilbao to San Sebastian
After breakfast, a guide takes you through Bilbao to see the striking Guggenheim Museum and the medieval old town. You'll have lunch on your own before heading to Guernica to visit the historic Tree. Later, continue to the coastal town of Hondarribia, then finish the day in San Sebastian. Your hotel sits atop Mount Igueldo with nice views of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Monte Igueldo)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bilbao
- Visit Guggenheim Museum
- Visit Bilbao old town and medieval center
- Free time for stroll and lunch
- Visit Guernica and Tree of Gernika
- Visit Hondarribia old town
- Explore Hondarribia beaches and historic center
Optional Activities
- Lunch at La Ribera Market with traditional Basque cuisine
- Dinner in Hondarribia
Landmarks Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Bilbao old town Guernica Tree of Gernika Hondarribia 
- Day 5
San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Start from Mount Igueldo with views over San Sebastian Bay. During the day, visit Miramar Palace and its gardens, then head to the beach or take a stroll along the tree-lined boulevards. In the late afternoon, try pintxos and local drinks to get a taste of traditional Basque food culture. By evening, you'll head toward Bordeaux and arrive after dark.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Bordeaux Le Lac)
Included Activities
- Views of San Sebastian Bay from Mount Igueldo
- Visit Miramar Palace and gardens
- Traditional Basque cuisine pintxo experience with drink
Optional Activities
- Relax on San Sebastian beach
- Leisurely stroll along San Sebastian boulevards
- Walk through Bordeaux city center
Landmarks Mount Igueldo Miramar Palace 
- Day 6
Bordeaux to Paris
Drive through the wine and cognac regions on your way to the Loire Valley. The main stop is Château de Chambord, and admission is included, so you can walk through the grounds and see the architecture. You'll have free time around lunch to eat wherever appeals to you. After that, continue to Paris, arriving in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris 17 Clichy Batignolles), Hotel (Greet Paris 13 Porte Ditalie), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet)
Included Activities
- Visit Château de Chambord
- Château de Chambord gardens
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Loire Valley
Landmarks Château de Chambord 
- Day 7
Paris
This morning, head to the Palace of Versailles (note that admission isn't included in the tour). Spend time exploring the palace and gardens on your own. After returning to Paris, wander through Montmartre, the bohemian neighborhood with narrow streets and local character. Later, join a local guide for a panoramic tour showing off Paris's wide avenues and famous monuments. There's an optional evening show if you want to cap things off.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris 17 Clichy Batignolles), Hotel (Greet Paris 13 Porte Ditalie), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet)
Included Activities
- Visit Palace of Versailles
- Explore Montmartre neighborhood
- Panoramic city tour of Paris with local guide
Optional Activities
- Palace of Versailles gardens exploration
- Evening variety show
Landmarks Palace of Versailles Montmartre 
- Day 8
Paris
Start in central Paris with a visit to the Eiffel Tower, where you'll go up to the second floor. After you're done exploring the tower, you'll take a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine for about an hour and fifteen minutes, seeing the city from the water. The rest of the afternoon is open, so you can head back to your hotel, find a café, or explore whatever neighborhood calls to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris 17 Clichy Batignolles), Hotel (Greet Paris 13 Porte Ditalie), Hotel (Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo), Hotel (Novotel Est - Bagnolet)
Included Activities
- Visit Eiffel Tower
- Access to second floor of Eiffel Tower
- Boat cruise along the Seine
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Paris
- Paris by Night panoramic tour (40 EUR)
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Seine River - Day 9
Paris
After breakfast, your tour comes to an end. You'll head home with great memories of the cities, food, and experiences from Spain and France.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast buffet)
