Mediterranean Highlights (Reverse)

• Overview
• Itinerary & Map
• Highlights & Optional Excursions
• Dates & Rates

Beginning in Rome, capital of Italy, your Mediterranean adventure takes you to all the hotspots along the Mediterranean coast and makes sure you experience the best of each city. Flamenco dance in Barcelona, rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the French Riviera, enjoy the delights of Tuscany, walk in the footsteps of Roman Emperors in Rome and soak up the Spanish flavour of Madrid. Don't forget your stay in the City of Popes, Avignon and the obligatory photo of you and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. You'll be amazed at how much you'll see in just under two weeks!

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1. Day Depart for Europe

   Your exciting European trip begins.

2. Day Arrive Rome

   Make your own way to the hotel, then the day is free to explore at leisure. This evening meet your Tour Manager and enjoy an evening sightseeing tour.

3. Day Rome

   Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). (B)

4. Day Rome to Florence

   We head north through the hills of Tuscany. En-route we stop in the Chianti region where you will have the opportunity to sample some of the local wines and olive oil. From here it's on to the beautiful Renaissance city of Florence. (B,D)

5. Day Florence

   The day includes a walking tour of the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce, and a chance to shop for leather, gold and silver. In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife. (B)

6. Day Florence to La Spezia

   This morning we visit Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower, then enter the unspoilt Cinque Terre Region. (B,D)

7. Day La Spezia to French Riviera

   Discover the scenic Cinque Terre region. From La Spezia, we stop at Portovenere, time to enjoy a coffee before continuing to the picturesque village of Riomaggiore. We arrive at Levanto where we join our coach to leave Italy and head for France and the French Riviera. (B,D)

8. Day French Riviera

   Rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the Nice promenade, shop for French fashion or laze the day away on the sun-drenched beaches. Tonight we visit Monaco! Why not join us for an elegant meal, view the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo? (B)

9. Day French Riviera to Avignon

   A visit to a French perfumery before continuing to Aix-en-Provence, home of Paul Cezanne, for lunch. This afternoon time to explore Avignon, City of the Popes. (B,D)

10. Day Avignon to Barcelona

    We leave France and head to Catalonia's most famous city, Barcelona. Our drive takes us along the Mediterranean coast and past the Pyrénées mountain ranges. (B,D)

11. Day Barcelona

    Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing? (B)

12. Day Barcelona to Madrid

    We travel west to Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance to lunch in this city of four cultures. Then it's on to Madrid! (B,D)

13. Day Madrid

    Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight a chance to try fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine. (B)

14. Day Depart Madrid

    Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)