Essential France, Spain & Portugal

Essential France, Spain & Portugal

• Trip code: 421X014
• Dauer: 17
• Stil: Classic

Seventeen days. Three bucket list countries. One unforgettable adventure through France, Spain, and Portugal. Make the most of your time by hitting all the hot spots along the way. Think walking tours through France’s intricate architecture, spotting Gaudí’s whimsical designs throughout Barcelona, and feeling every note at an emotional flamenco show and a traditional Fado performance. Cap it all off with a visit to a port wine cellar in Porto, and you’ve got yourself one heck of an itinerary. Let’s go make some memories.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (16 nts)

Checklist

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Highlights

Stand beneath the stunning Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière in Lyon, Marvel at the ancient Roman-built Pont du Gard aqueduct, Experience the emotion of live Flamenco and traditional Fado performances, Visit a port wine cellar and sip the sweet stuff in historic Porto

Introduction

Seventeen days. Three bucket list countries. One unforgettable adventure through France, Spain, and Portugal. Make the most of your time by hitting all the hot spots along the way. Think walking tours through France’s intricate architecture, spotting Gaudí’s whimsical designs throughout Barcelona, and feeling every note at an emotional flamenco show and a traditional Fado performance. Cap it all off with a visit to a port wine cellar in Porto, and you’ve got yourself one heck of an itinerary. Let’s go make some memories

Meals Included

16 Frühstück, 1 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD555-725 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Paris
- Besuch im Louvre (12-16EUR pro Person)
- Bateaux Parisiens cruise from Eiffel Tower
- Eiffel Tower Visit (16EUR pro Person)

Barcelona
- Besuch des Montjuïc (5EUR pro Person)
- Besuch von La Rambla
- Besuch der Sagrada Família (17-37EUR pro Person)
- Besuch des Park Güell (10EUR pro Person)

Madrid
- Besuch der Plaza Mayor (Gratis)
- Nationalmuseum Reina Sofia (12EUR pro Person)
- Besuch auf der Gran Vía (Gratis)
- Museum Thyssen-Bornemisza (13EUR pro Person)
- Besuch des Palacio Real (Königlicher Palast) (12EUR pro Person)
- Besuch des Museo Nacional Del Prado (15EUR pro Person)

Porto
- Buchhandlung Lello (8EUR pro Person)
- Praça da Ribeira (Gratis)
- Bahnhof Porto São Bento (Gratis)
- Porto Ribeira Cruise (20EUR pro Person)
- Palacio da Bolsa (12EUR pro Person)

Lisbon
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Alfama (Gratis)
- Castelo de São Jorge (15EUR pro Person)
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Belém (Free-10EUR pro Person)
- Praça da Figueira (Gratis)
- Rossio (Gratis)
- Tagesausflug nach Sintra
- Nationales Kutschenmuseum (8EUR pro Person)
- Elevador de Santa Justa (6EUR pro Person)
- Calouste-Gulbenkian-Museum (10EUR pro Person)
- Tuk-Tuk-Tour Lissabon (100-250EUR pro Person)
- Torre de Belém (8EUR pro Person)
- Lisbon Food Tour

Évora
- Römischer Dianatempel (Gratis)
- Évora Museum (Gratis)
- Römischer Tempel und Kathedrale in Évora

Olhão
- Fischmarkt von Olhão (Gratis)

Seville
- Goldener Turm (Torre del Oro) (3EUR pro Person)
- Casa de Pilatos (10-12EUR pro Person)
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Santa Cruz (Gratis)
- Tagesausflug nach Ronda (100-150EUR pro Person)
- Kloster Santa Paula (2EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung im Alcázar (13.50EUR pro Person)
- Besuch von La Giralda (9EUR pro Person)

Start / Finish

Paris nach Seville

Transport

Private vehicle, public transport, taxi, train, walking

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Farm-to-Table Lunch, Argilliers
Dein Hands-On-Moment: Portweinkellerbesuch, Porto. Paris-by-night orientation walk. CEO-led walking tour of Paris. Lyon walking tour. 48-hour Lyon metro card. Guided walking tour of Nîmes' Old City and Amphitheatre visit. Visit Pont Du Gard. Guided walking tour of Barcelona. 24-hour Barcelona metro ticket. Orientation walks in Porto, Lisbon and Seville. Chapel of Bones Visit in Évora. Flamenco Show in Seville. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Paris

Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a orientation walk to explore Paris at night on the way to an optional dinner out

Day 2 Paris

Set off by public transport this morning for a trip to Montmartre, where artists thrive and city views are abundant. Sample a mouth-watering croissant or pain au chocolat, then take to the streets with a CEO-led walking tour. Once oriented, explore however you wish with a free afternoon - perhaps book onto a river cruise to see the city from a different perspective, visit the colossal Louvre, or get your blood pumping with a walk up the Eiffel Tower

Day 3 Paris/Lyon

Enjoy a leisurely morning for any last sightseeing before boarding a local train bound for Lyon. Check into your hotel and then set off to explore some of the city's highlights on a CEO-led walking tour, culminating at the Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière for great views over the city. The rest of the evening is free to choose from a breadth of amazing restaurants in the city for dinner

Day 4 Lyon

Take advantage of a free day to explore Lyon. Wander the picturesque streets and visit some of the historic landmarks of the city, take an optional food tour or just relax at one of the many quaint cafes and watch the world go by. Lyon has become famous as a gastronomical capital of not only France, but of the world

Day 5 Lyon/Nîmes

Depart Lyon for the Occitanie region of France and to the city of Nîmes, known as the "French Rome." Drop off your bags at the hotel, then set out on a walking tour of the old part of the city. Marvel at the Roman amphitheater, stroll around the UNESCO World Heritage monument of Maison Carrée and observe the Tour Magne, a vestige of Gallic Nîmes overlooking the Jardins de la Fontaine. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free

Day 6 Nîmes/Barcelona

Head out on a drive from Nimes to the magnificent Pont du Gard. Standing at an impressive 49 meters tall, this is the highest Roman aqueduct bridge in the world and is the only example of an ancient three-tier bridge still standing today. Later, stop for a delicious farm-to-table lunch in a small village before returning to Nîmes in time to catch the train to Barcelona

Day 7 Barcelona

Set off on foot with a local guide on a walking tour of Barcelona, enjoying the sights and sounds of this iconic and vibrant Spanish metropolis. The rest of the day is free for individual exploration of the city's many museums, parks and plazas before regrouping in the evening for an optional dinner out

Day 8 Barcelona/Madrid

All aboard! Settle in and watch the world go by on a train ride from Barcelona to Madrid. Enjoy free time to explore the city upon arrival

Day 9 Madrid

Today is yours to explore however you wish. Check out some of local museums and art galleries, explore how the nobles lived, or spend time people watching and sampling local flavours at one of the countless restaurants and cafes

Day 10 Madrid/Porto

Get ready for a full travel day. Journey to Porto, including a quick lunch stop in charming Salamanca. Arrive in Porto by the early evening

Day 11 Porto

Enjoy an orientation walk of Porto with the rest of the day free to explore. Opt take a cruise down the Douro River. In the evening, visit a port wine cellar and raise a glass to the day

Day 12 Porto/Lisbon

Journey to Portugal's capital city, Lisbon, and take in your surroundings on an orientation walk

Day 13 Lisbon

Free day to explore Lisbon. Opt for a day trip to nearby Sintra. In the evening enjoy a Fado night and traditional Portuguese dinner in one of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhoods

Day 14 Lisbon/Évora

Travel to Evora in the heart of the Alentejo region. Enjoy an included tour to the haunting, but mesmerizing Chapel of Bones. Opt to visit Diana's Temple, one of the best preserved Roman temples in the Iberian Peninsula

Day 15 Évora/Seville

Journey to the Algarve coast to the small fishing village of Olhão. Explore its bustling fish market, active waterfront and white washed laneways. Continue to Seville and enjoy an orientation walk on arrival

Day 16 Seville

Spend a day enjoying this city and its Moorish influence. Opt to explore the district of Santa Cruz and the Alcazar Palace before joining the group in the evening for a dramatic flamenco performance

Day 17 Seville

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Paris

Day 2 Paris

Due to lines and wait times we recommend purchasing tickets in advance for popular landmarks that you wish to visit on your own

Day 3 Paris/Lyon

Lyon is considered to be an economic and cultural hub in France and is home to several historical landmarks; ancient Roman theatres, the Medieval-Renaissance District of Old Town, etc. Picture cobblestone streets, secret passage ways called 'Traboules', and picturesque viewpoints.

Day 4 Lyon

Day 5 Lyon/Nîmes

Day 6 Nîmes/Barcelona

Day 7 Barcelona

Due to lines and wait times we recommend purchasing tickets in advance for popular landmarks you may wish to visit on your own

Day 8 Barcelona/Madrid

Day 9 Madrid

Day 10 Madrid/Porto

Day 11 Porto

Head down Allies Avenue to see the French-inspired buildings. Bargain at the Bolhão Market. Wander the city's World Heritage-listed Ribeira district, visit São Francisco church, the palatial former 19th-century stock market Palácio de Bolsa or head to the Clerigos Tower for a panoramic view of the city.

Day 12 Porto/Lisbon

Day 13 Lisbon

Opt to take a day trip into the foothills of the surrounding mountains to Sintra. Get lost in the city's winding streets lined with pastel coloured houses, palaces, majestic gardens and lush forests. It doesn't get more postcard-worthy than this. Opt to pre-book a spot on the Lisbon Food tour during your free time in Lisbon. In addition, special meal requirements cannot be accommodated

Day 14 Lisbon/Évora

Day 15 Évora/Seville

Day 16 Seville

Take the time to see all this great city has to offer. Opt to explore the interiors and gardens of the Alcázar, a magnificent palace dating from Moorish times, or the true heart of Seville, the Santa Cruz quarter— a charming area with winding alleys, picturesque lime-washed houses, flowery patios, and small squares.

Seville is home to the world’s largest gothic cathedral — climb the adjoining tower for great views of the city. Other attractions include the Museo Arqueológico, the Casa de Pilates and the Parque de María Luisa, which has a maze of paths, garden beds, pretty little patios, fountains, and shaded lawns. Please note that if you wish to visit popular sites and want to avoid waiting in line, it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance. We recommend pre-arranging your visit to the Alcázar of Seville

Day 17 Seville