This 19-day Madrid, Paris and Rome tour combines major capitals, towns along the Romantic Road and Alpine and Mediterranean scenery. Travel from Madrid through France, Germany, Austria and Italy, returning via the French Riviera and Barcelona, with 18 hotel nights, breakfast and guided sightseeing.
Reception upon arrival at Adolfo Suarez International Airport in Madrid, better known as “Barajas”. Assistance and transfer to the hotel, key collection and rest of the day free for activities of personal interest.
After the corresponding breakfast at the hotel, we will leave very early to fully enjoy the city, making a wide panoramic visit to find its main tourist attractions, including: La Gran Vía, Plaza de Cibeles and the City Hall, the legendary Puerta de Alcalá, the famous Plaza de España and the incredible Plaza de Oriente where the Royal Palace is located. In addition, you will have free time to continue discovering this wonderful cosmopolitan city, shopping and more.
If you prefer to continue in the company of experts, we recommend joining our optional half-day tourto discover the charms of the historic and monumental city of Toledo.
- Day 3 (Tuesday) Madrid - Bordeaux
Breakfast and departure to enter the beautiful north of Spain, following the route of Burgos and San Sebastián towards the French border. We cross the European mountain range “The Pyrenees” until we reach the romantic French city of Bordeaux , capital of Aquitaine and a prominent World Heritage Site, a wine region of great importance and unsurpassed beauty. Upon arrival, a well-deserved rest awaits us at the hotel.
- Day 4 (Wednesday) Bordeaux - Loire Valley - Blois - Paris
The morning begins with breakfast, then we continue the route to Poitiers and Tours, where we will embark on a short journey through the lush Loire Valley, one of the most charming and famous routes in the world. We will stop at the traditional town of Blois, to admire its lovely buildings and its imposing Castle, one of the most notable Renaissance examples of the Valley. Then awaits us with all its elegance the city of light Paris, upon arrival, we will head to the accommodation.
To make your experience in Paris something more innovative, we offer you an exclusive night tour (optional), which we have called “Illuminated Paris”, to give you all the magic and brightness of Parisian nights, culminating in a romantic cruise under the starry sky along the spectacular River Seine.
After breakfast, discover Paris on a panoramic tour with a local guide. Highlights include Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées, Île de la Cité with Notre Dame and Les Invalides, with a short stop at the Champ de Mars to photograph the Eiffel Tower. An optional afternoon excursion visits the Palace of Versailles and its gardens. Overnight in Paris.
Breakfast and a free day in Paris. Optional activities may include a visit to Montmartre or the Latin Quarter, or a full-day excursion to Bruges in Belgium. Alternatives will be offered if any of these excursions cannot take place. You may also spend the day exploring independently. Overnight in Paris.
- Day 7 (Saturday) Paris - Heidelberg
We start the morning with the usual breakfast, and then embark on a tour of the green and beautiful lands of the Champagne and Les Ardenes regions towards the border with Germany, and finally arrive at Heidelberg , a town that looks like a fairy tale, charming and with a spirit , with inspiring images at every point of its geography. You will have enough free time to walk through its typical cobbled streets, take thousands of photographs, and admire its spectacular castle, which from above adorns and protects the city. At the end, we will head to the accommodation.
- Day 8 (Sunday) Heidelberg - Romantic Road - Munich
We will have breakfast and from early on we will leave for Rothenburg, one of the most visited tourist cities in Germany. Rothenburg, has been characterized by keeping intact its medieval historic centre with genuine German architecture, attracting the attention of visitors worldwide. You can rest assured, you will have time to get to know the city, see its robust walls and towers, and the rest of its original attractions from legendary times.
We bid farewell to Rothenburg to continue our tour Madrid, Paris and Rome, opening our way along the wonderful Romantic Route, this journey is very special, as during the tour you will be able to admire the extraordinary landscapes of the area, lots of vegetation and unexpected medieval castles, walls and palaces, which look out to provide us with luxurious views.
Before dusk, we will be arriving in Munich, the capital of Bavaria and a significant economic and university enclave of Germany. If you want to make the most of your time in the lively and interesting city of Munich, we offer you the possibility to make an optional tour of it, thus discovering each of its must-see places in a guided and interactive way.
- Day 9 (Monday) Munich - Innsbruck - Verona - Venice
Breakfast at the hotel and then departure towards the Austrian border, this is an unforgettable walk, where you will find beautiful alpine spaces of unparalleled beauty. We will arrive at the capital of Tyrol, Innsbruck, where we will make a short stop, to admire the views of this city located in the middle of the mountains.
This circuit Madrid, Paris and Rome will take us to cross the majestic Brenner Alpine Pass, and enter one of the highest and most famous bridges in Europe the Europabrücke, heading towards Italy, and then stop at the sublime Verona, a city full of culture and immortalized by the great William Shakespearein his classic love work “Romeo and Juliet”. Then we expect a little more journey to Venice, where we will stay and rest tonight.
- Day 10 (Tuesday) Venice - Florence
We will have breakfast at the hotel and immediately leave for the Tronchetto, to embark and make the connection with St. Mark's Square, once there, we will begin our fantastic panoramic walking tour of this original city, which was built on 118 islands, with lovely bridges and canals, in it we will observe: the lavish façade of St. Mark's Basilica, its Bell Tower, the Doge's Palace, the famous Bridge of Sighs and more. We will give you some free time, to immortalize your memories through photographs and buy souvenirs.
At this point of the tour Madrid, Paris and Rome, we have an optional tour in Gondola, so you can enjoy the experience in this great city. Ideal to fall in love with its splendid canals and views, on an exclusive navigation along the Venetian Lagoon. Next, the city of Florenceawaits us, the most populous capital of Tuscany, full of important architectural works and the cradle of authentic Renaissance art. Accommodation.
- Day 11 (Wednesday) Florence - Rome
Our plan for this day, after breakfast, includes a complete panoramic tour, walking through this valuable city full of Art, History and Culture, where great characters such as Michelangelo and Dante Alighierileft behind. We will have the privilege of knowing its most important architectural gems, among them: the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiori, the main seat of the Archdiocese of Florence, its unparalleled Campanile and the Baptistery, meeting the famous Gates of Paradise of Ghiberti, Piazza della Signoria, and the medieval Ponte Vecchio. indisputable symbol of the city.
This circuit Madrid, Paris and Rome, still has much more to offer, so our next stop will be in Rome. Accommodation.
After breakfast, a panoramic tour of Rome introduces Piazza Venezia, the Imperial Forums, the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus and St Peter’s Square. Optional visits include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, or the fountains and squares of Baroque Rome. Overnight in Rome.
Breakfast and a free day in Rome. Optional excursions include the interior of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, or a trip to Naples combined with Capri from April to October or Pompeii from November to March. Overnight in Rome.
- Day 14 (Saturday) Rome - Pisa - French Riviera
After breakfast, travel to Pisa for time to explore the Square of Miracles and admire the cathedral, baptistery and Leaning Tower. Continue to the French Riviera for an overnight stay in Nice or its surroundings. An optional excursion visits Monaco and Monte Carlo.
- Day 15 (Sunday) French Riviera - Barcelona
After an energizing breakfast, prepare for a day of driving along the idyllic French Riviera and crossing the picturesque Provence region. As you cross the border into Spain, Barcelona awaits you, the vibrant city where medieval history and modernity embrace along its avenues. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, where you will admire the emblematic Casa Batlló, Amatller, Morera, and Milà houses, as well as the unmistakable Sagrada Familia. Accommodation in Barcelona.
- Day 16 (Monday) Barcelona
Monday is yours to explore Barcelona at your own pace. After breakfast, immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the city, strolling through its streets, squares, and iconic buildings. Let the Catalan essence guide you as you uncover the hidden secrets in every corner.
- Day 17 (Tuesday) Barcelona
Another free day in Barcelona awaits. With breakfast included, you’ll have time to continue exploring the city or relax in its numerous parks and beaches. This is the perfect moment to experience Barcelona on your way.
- Day 18 (Wednesday) Barcelona - Zaragoza - Madrid
Bid farewell to Barcelona after breakfast and head towards Zaragoza. Here, a brief yet meaningful stop will allow you to visit the impressive Basilica-Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar, a symbol of devotion and heritage in Spain. Then, continue to Madrid, the capital, where accommodation awaits you for the night, ready to welcome you in the vibrant heart of the country.
Your Madrid, Paris and Rome tour ends after breakfast in Madrid. The departure transfer to the airport is not included.
