Spain France & Italy
Madrid, Barcelona, Aix-en-Provence, Cannes, Montecatini, Florence, Rome

Summary of Spain France & Italy

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Madrid
  • 12 hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 2 local speciality restaurant dinners in Barcelona and on the French Riviera
17 meals in total (See day-by-day itinerary)First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona, Florence and Rome.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and washroom.
  • Spectacular cruise from St. Tropez to Ste. Maxime.
  • Madrid Airport Transfer will be provided o on Day 2 and Rome Fiumicino Airport Transfer will be provided on Day 14
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
Airport Transfers
Transfers on arrival at Madrid Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 07.00 and 09.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (Road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (Please ask your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(S) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
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Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
Duration
14 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Depart USAOvernight flight to Madrid.
Day 2MadridYou are met at Madrid airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in you have the chance to unwind and relax. This evening, we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travellers.Hotel: Rafael Ventas (2 nights)
Day 3MadridFirst we enjoy an included excursion to Toledo, capital of Castile. Here sightseeing with a local guide includes a visit to the Synagogue, the Church of Santo Tome and a steel workshop. Then we return to Madrid where our guided tour shows us the Plaza Espana, the Puerta del Sol, the Cibeles Fountain and Gran Via. Tonight why not enjoy a dinner of roast suckling pig? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4BarcelonaToday our Tour Director will reveal a special Hidden Treasure to us all! But first we drive through the gorges of the Jalon River and continue past Calatayud. Then our journey takes us via Zaragoza and vistas of the Montserrat on our approach to Barcelona for two nights. This evening, we enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast, Highlight Dinner)Hotel: Duques de Bergara (2 nights)
Day 5BarcelonaSightseeing with our local guide includes a walking tour of the Gothic Quarter with its impressive Cathedral. We also see Gaudi's 'Sagrada Familia' plus many of his other eccentric masterpieces. Later, we'll view Columbus' Monument and the Ramblas. Then enjoy some free time. Why not take an excursion to mystical Montserrat? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6Aix-en-ProvenceFirst we drive to the French border and the Camargue. From here we continue our journey to Arles where we visit the Cathedral of St. Trophime and admire the Roman arena. Then we head to "Les Baux", France's mysterious fortified, hilltop ghost-town! Later, we drive through Van Gogh's St. Remy en route toAix-en-Provence, for dinner and overnight stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Mona Lisa Ste Victoire (2 nights)
Day 7Aix-en-ProvenceMorning orientation shows us the elegant Cours Mirabeau with its cafes and 19th century architecture. Then free time to visit the colourful markets or to explore. This afternoon why not take an excursion to Marseilles? Or maybe visit the nearby Luberon region. Your Tour Director will advise you on the best option according to the time of year. (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8CannesToday an early start as we drive along the highway to the coast at St. Tropez, where there's time to watch out for the rich and famous before we cross the Mediterranean Sea by boat to Ste. Maxime, another elegant Riviera resort. Next a scenic drive brings us to Cannes, where we see the Film Festival Centre and the Boulevard de la Croisette. This evening, we enjoy a dinner of Provencal specialities in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)Hotel: Amarante (2 nights)
Day 9CannesThis morning, we drive along the coast through Antibes and Juan-les-Pins to Nice where our orientation tour shows the Promenade des Anglais and the Place Massena. Time to shop in the boutiques or to explore the old town before returning to Cannes. The rest of your day is at leisure. Later, why not take an excursion to visit the medieval hilltop village of St. Paul de Vence? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 10MontecatiniFirst we drive to the nearby Principality of Monaco to see the Palace of the Grimaldis and visit the Cathedral where Princess Grace is buried. From here we are soon at the border with Italy at Ventimiglia and driving along the Italian Riviera of the Flowers. We continue past San Remo, Rapallo, Portofino and the quarries of Carrara to Pisa. Here we see its famous Leaning Tower and Cathedral in the Square of Miracles. There's time here to snap some photos and enjoy a cappuccino before a short drive brings us to the spa-resort of Montecatini in the Tuscan hills for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)Hotel: Croce di Malta (2 nights)
Day 11MontecatiniThis morning it's a short drive to Renaissance Florence, where we will spend much of our day. On our arrival enjoy a walking tour with a local guide using our very effective audio system bringing to life our visit to the Santa Croce Basilica and viewing Piazza Signoria, the Duomo and its Baptistry. Then time is your own to spend in this shoppers' paradise which is also a haven for lovers of art and architecture. Later we return to Montecatini for dinner and our overnight stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 12RomeToday we drive through the Chianti wine-producing region of Tuscany and the Umbrian Hills bringing us to Rome the 'Eternal City'. Your evening is at leisure. Perhaps discover this city's culinary delights at a local trattoria. (Buffet Breakfast)Hotel: Aran Mantegna (2 nights)
Day 13RomeOur sightseeing tour with the audio system includes a visit to St Peters in the Vatican, and views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director and travelling companions. (Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner)
Day 14Rome USA'Buon viaggio' this morning to new-found friends as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)
Dates/Pricing
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DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
September 13, 2008$2,599.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 20, 2008$2,599.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 27, 2008$2,599.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 04, 2008$2,599.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 11, 2008$2,550.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
Disclaimer
* Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.