Mediterranean Highlights
From CAD $5,163 Was CAD $6,075
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
Ease into the local love of life and good food. Sun-kissed days and sizzling nights guide you along this Mediterranean trip through coastal Spain, France and Italy. Enjoy lunch with sisters Sandra and Antonella on their Tuscan agriturismo near Vinci.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 12 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
- Florence: Meet Sandra and Antonella on their historic family farm for an exclusive Be My Guest lunch at the Agriturismo Borgo Vigna Vecchia in the Tuscan hills.
Dive into Culture
- Aix-en-Provence: Explore the Provencal town of Aix-en-Provence which contains produce and treasures from local regions.
Iconic Experience
- Madrid: Drive through central Madrid and see some of the city's famous features during an orientation with your Travel Director.
- Madrid: See the highlights of the city with your Local Specialist. Visit the Old Town, traveling along the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, past the Cibeles fountain and Royal Palace.
- Zaragoza: See the impressive historic landmarks of this thriving Spanish metropolis.
- Barcelona: With your Local Specialist, see the elegant Passeig de Gràcia to take in some of the city's finest Modernist architecture. Journey past the beautiful façades of the Eixample district to see the exterior of Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the mesmerizing Sagrada Família.
- Arles: Hear more about the city that is famed for being the inspiration behind the Van Gogh paintings during a city orientation.
- Pont du Gard: See the ancient Roman aqueduct bridge of Pont du Gard, spanning the Gardon River.
- Avignon: View the Pont d'Avignon and walk the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town to the Palais des Papes.
- Monaco City: See the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married.
- Cinque Terre: Led by your Local Specialist, visit this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site, tucked away on the mountainous Italian Riviera coastline. Admire the charming fishing villages and perhaps snap some memorable pictures.
- Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
- Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
- Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today.
- Rome: In the Vatican City visit St Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome
- Discover Arles, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco and Pisa
- Visit Pont du Gard in Avignon, the French Riviera, Piazza della Signoria in Florence and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome
- View La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, the Papal Palace in Avignon, the Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio in Florence and the Colosseum in Rome
- See Madrid's Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain, the towns of Orvieto and Orte
Trip Details
Product Code: 19070
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 202.374A
Starts: Madrid, Spain
Finishes: Rome, Italy
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,163 ($397 /day)
Itinerary
Settle into the passionate embrace of fiery Madrid, your launch pad to an epic journey through Spain, France and Italy, filled with unforgettable flavors and soul-stirring encounters. This evening, join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a dinner and orientation drive past some of Madrid's most iconic sites.
Accommodation: Rafael Atocha
Meals: Dinner
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital, during which you’ll see the Royal Palace, the former residence of the Spanish royal family and the Cibeles Fountain. Enjoy an afternoon on your own exploring the world's best collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum and shopping on Gran Vía, or consider joining an Optional Experience to the imperial city of Toledo.
Accommodation: Rafael Atocha
Meals: Breakfast
Leave Europe's highest capital behind, bound for the Costa Dorada and the sun-kissed shores of Barcelona. We venture to the pretty banks of the Ebro River and to mystical Zaragoza, whose centuries of heritage have been shaped by the Romans, Moors and Christians. Continue to Barcelona and enjoy some time to recharge siesta style. Later, dive into the indelible sights, sounds and flavors of this enchanting city on your free evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar, Affiliated By Meliá
Meals: Breakfast
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour, soaking up the Mediterranean atmosphere of Catalunia's capital city. See the monument to Christopher Columbus before stopping outside Antonio Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrada Família to admire its unique architecture. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the fantasy world of Gaudí or strolling through the hidden lanes and peaceful squares in the city's Gothic Quarter. You could consider joining an Optional Experience to the mountain-top monastery of Montserrat, home to the mystical Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia.
Accommodation: Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar, Affiliated By Meliá
Meals: Breakfast
Journey via the foothills of the Pyrenees into France. Stop in Arles, where Vincent Van Gogh found inspiration for so many of his paintings, before a visit to the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard Aqueduct. Later this afternoon, arrive in the Provençal city of Avignon, where you can view the Gothic Papal Palace and the bridge made famous in the song 'Sur le Pont d’Avignon'.
Accommodation: Mercure Avignon Gare TGV
Meals: Breakfast
Your journey today takes you through the fields of Provence, immortalized in the works of Van Gogh & Cézanne. Dive Into Culture in the Provençal town of Aix-en-Provence, founded by the Romans over natural hot springs. Here you can shop for local produce such as wine, olive oil, herbes de Provence and saffron. Later, you'll visit the tiny Principality of Monaco and see the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly were married. This evening, the glitz and glamour beckon as you join your new friends for a memorable dinner in this playground of the rich and famous.
Accommodation: Novotel Nice Center Vieux
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, kick back and enjoy a well-deserved morning at leisure on the glorious French Riviera. Soak up the holiday atmosphere at the beach, or perhaps join an Optional Experience to hilltop Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the oldest towns on the French Riviera.
Accommodation: Novotel Nice Center Vieux
Meals: Breakfast
Cross the border into Italy and join a Local Specialist for a visit of the dramatic UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, a series of centuries-old seaside villages which cling impossibly to rugged cliffs that plunge into the Ligurian Sea. Admire the expanse of pastel pink, yellow and orange façades that jostle for sea views. Continue to Pisa where you can relax over dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation: NH Pisa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
View Pisa's Square of Miracles, where we'll see the famous Leaning Tower. Next, your introduction to Tuscany is a Be My Guest experience where you’ll Connect With Locals over traditional lunch fare and the warm hospitality for which the region is renowned. Continue to the birthplace of the Renaissance and savor dinner served at your hotel while you reflect on the day's events.
Accommodation: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of magical Florence. View the multi-colored Duomo and the almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio. Then, walk through what was once the political hub of the city, the Piazza della Signoria, a veritable open-air treasure trove featuring wonderful sculptures and palazzi. Spend the rest of the day on your own exploration of Florence’s iconic and unexpected sights.
Accommodation: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals: Breakfast
2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City. Journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany and Umbria, past the hilltop villages of Orvieto and Orte, before arriving in Rome, the 'Eternal City' – our home for the next two nights.
Accommodation: Precise House Mantegna
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, visit the Vatican City and visit the imposing St. Peter's Basilica, where Michelangelo's sorrowful Pietà has been admired by millions. Venture into Ancient Rome with a Local Specialist and explore the remnants of Roman rule, enjoying views of the Colosseum. On your final afternoon, enjoy some free time to indulge in la dolce vita. Join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for an unforgettable dinner.
Accommodation: Precise House Mantegna
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
For now it's a fond farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as your holiday through Spain, France and Italy comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast
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Trafalgar (CA)
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Reviews
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Absolutely loved this experience. Our tour director, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, and phenomenal bus driver, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, made this trip fun! A lot of walking, yes. A lot of walking on uneven sidewalks and streets, uphill and downhill.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/30/2024
Kevin Coakes - Traveled, May 2024
Mediterranean Highlights - Perfect ! Trafalgar's service was outstanding. The Mediterranean Highlights tour was excellent, from the people on tour to the tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* and the different guides in each city, everything was planned to perfection.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/29/2024
John Meckes Jr. - Traveled, May 2024
Our tour guide *Personal information removed by Feefo* was wonderful. Her abilities kept the trip running smoothly which added to the enjoyment. Simply Amazing! Packed with activity from start to finish. The optional experiences are worth every cent and really make the trip special.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/28/2024
Hilary Grant - Traveled, May 2024
Recommend! One of the reasons for our tours success was because of the Tour Leader *Personal information removed by Feefo*. She was professional, experienced and organized. The itinerary was excellent, it included all the interesting locations .
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Gregory Mccreary - Traveled, October 2024
Trip of a lifetime! Our tour guide, Tania, was very well organized and accommodated individuals who needed special assistance. She was very personable, had a plethora of stories both historically and from her many travels, and she was extremely respectful. The itinerary was packed with amazing destinations! One of the things we might have changed is to have a bit of slow down time. Lots of early start mornings, lots of walking with uneven surfaces, but so many incredible things to see!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
I found the Mediterranean Highlights to be a wonderful experience. Airport transfers were flawless. The tours through Spain, France, Monaco, and Italy gave us enough insight to help us decide which locations to visit again. Each city provided something special. The flamenco show in Barcelona was powerful and emotional. The French Riviera was spectacular. Italy was, by far, my favorite, especially roaming through Cinque Terra and Tuscany. Those meals were the best of the entire trip. And then there was Rome! The grandeur and aura of St. Peter's Basilica left me in awe and brought me to tears. (I'm not religious). But the experience would not have been the same without our travel director, Callum Pyper (Blinkey). He was exceptional in providing everything we needed to make our trip as streamlined, entertaining, and sentimental as possible. We received daily itineraries and informative bus presentations before every destination. He made certain to meet all of our special requests and accommodations. But mostly, his vibrant personality made our trip a fun, exciting, and unforgettable experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/30/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
The Mediterranean experience was a trip of a lifetime! You have an excellent staff that made the trip fun and safe. Blinky our Tour Director is the most positive person I have ever met. He dealt with all the travelers with outmost respect and consideration. He went above and beyond my expectations. The coach drivers, Nuno and Rocha made the long rides fun and I always felt safe. I am recommending Trafalgar to family and friends. The itinerary was excellent. Thank you for putting together a wonderful experience. I treasure the memories and friendships I made during this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2024
Nelly Simple - Traveled, September 2024
Trafalgar is 1 of 1! My booking came in on the day of the tour - not a fault of Trafalgar at all. While my trip started very stressful, the integration with the rest of the people was smooth and everything was handled with care. Much appreciated. I come to Europe annually but I have never experienced it like I did with the Trafalgar team. I have learned so much (thanks to our very knowledgeable Tour Director, Blinky) and ticked off places I wouldn't have thought of visiting. As a foodie, I loved the dinner experiences included in the itinerary from a Flamenco dinner in Barcelona to the oldest restaurant in the gorgeous Tuscan Hills. Blinky's passion for his work shines through and the Trafalgar team is blessed to have him. Until next time!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/28/2024
Cecilia L-P - Traveled, September 2024
Marvelous Sights + Fantastic Guide = Wonderful Memories. Trafalgar needs more people like Callum "Blinky". He "made" the trip extra special for everyone on the bus. He remembered every single person's name within a day. He was so patient with those who could not walk without aid (please note, if you are unable to walk without aid, this trip is not for you). The bus was cleaned every night, which made the bus ride comfortable. The hotels were for the most part nice (remember you are in them for the most 2 nights, and just to sleep in). The "included" meals would be rated at 5 out of 10. The "optional" meals are a must - 10 out of 10!!!! We had a marvelous experience on this holiday. Our guide, Callum "Blinky", was the main reason. He had so much enthusiasm for every country, town we visited and had the patience of a saint. We loved how he took the time each and every day to check on each and every person on our tour bus (side note - he made our 20th anniversary extra special). Please note, this trip has a lot of walking so bring a good pair of shoes. There were plenty of beautiful places to see, great food eaten and wonderful memories made!!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/30/2024
Eva Benko - Traveled, September 2024
The itinerary was put together very well, although would have been nice to have an extra day in Barcelona. Everything went smoothly, on time thanks to the nice group of people we travelled with, also Blinky our tour guide and our Bus driver Racha. Not an easy job to maneuver in old cities, narrow streets with parking cars, bikes on both sides. Kudos to them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/28/2024
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