Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Madrid, Spain
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Rome, Italy
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Highlights
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.
Aix-en-Provence: Explore the Provencal town of Aix-en-Provence which contains produce and treasures from local regions.
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, travelling 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.
Aix-en-Provence: View the Fontaine de la Rotonde and walk along Cours Mirabeau, a central boulevard that captures the charm and character of Provence.
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: In the Piazza dei Miracoli, see the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured 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.
Explore Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome
Discover Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco and Pisa
Visit 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
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.
Aix-en-Provence: View the Fontaine de la Rotonde and walk along Cours Mirabeau, a central boulevard that captures the charm and character of Provence.
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: In the Piazza dei Miracoli, see the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured 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.
Explore Madrid, Barcelona, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome
Discover Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco and Pisa
Visit 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
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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Itinerary
Let Mediterranean Highlights carry you from Madrid to Rome on a sun-kissed 13-day journey through Spain, France, and Italy. Crafted for experienced travelers, this easy-going tour blends coastal scenery, historic cities, and delectable cuisine. Savor lunch with local sisters at their Tuscan agriturismo near Vinci, explore the vibrant streets of Barcelona, and gaze at the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
With every detail managed, you’re free to soak up Mediterranean life—strolling ancient avenues, tasting regional specialties, and immersing yourself in the relaxed rhythms of southern Europe.
The USP? Unique, personal dining experiences with locals, adding warmth and authenticity to this scenic, flavorful adventure.
day 1 - Welcome to Madrid
Settle into the passionate embrace of fiery Madrid, your launch pad to an epic journey through Spain, France and Italy, filled with unforgettable flavours and soul-stirring encounters. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a dinner and orientation drive past some of Madrid's most iconic sites.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Madrid
Accommodation:Rafael Atocha
day 2 - Discover Fiery Madrid
Join aLocal 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 Va, or consider joining an Optional Experience to the imperial city of Toledo.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Madrid
Accommodation:Rafael Atocha
day 3 - Journey to Gaud's Barcelona
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 flavours of this enchanting city on your free evening.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona
Accommodation:Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar, Affiliated By Meliá
day 4 - Explore Vibrant Barcelona
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 Gaud's unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrada Famlia to admire its unique architecture. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the fantasy world of Gaud 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.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Barcelona
Accommodation:Hotel Barcelona Condal Mar, Affiliated By Meliá
day 5 - Pass the Pyrenees to Avignon and Aix-en-Provence Dive Into Culture
Cross into France via the foothills of the Pyrenees and travel to the historic city of Avignon. See the impressive Gothic Papal Palace and the iconic bridge celebrated in the song 'Sur le Pont d'Avignon.' Continue through the landscapes of Provence, once captured on canvas by Van Gogh and Czanne. In Aix-en-Provence, a town founded by the Romans, enjoy a leisurely exploration and Dive into Culture as you browse for local specialities such as wine, olive oil, herbes de Provence and saffron. Your day ends in the coastal city of Marseille, where you'll stay overnight.
Accommodation:Mercure Marseille Centre Vieux Port , Mercure Marseille Canebière Vieux-Port, Novotel Marseille Centre Prado
day 6 - Follow the Cte d'Azur to Monaco and Nice
Journey along the Cte d'Azur, where sun-drenched shores and azure seas have long drawn artists, royalty and film stars. Arrive in the radiant Principality of Monaco, where you'll visit the cathedral that hosted the wedding of Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly, then stroll the cobbled lanes of Le Rocher. As evening falls, Monaco's charm comes alive from sleek yachts in the harbour to elegant boulevards. Tonight, enjoy a memorable dinner with your fellow travellers in this glamorous coastal haven.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Marseille, Monaco City, Nice
Accommodation:Novotel Nice Centre Vieux
day 7 - A Day to Enjoy the Riviera
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.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Nice
Accommodation:Novotel Nice Centre Vieux
day 8 - Onwards to Colourful Cinque Terre and Pisa
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 faades that jostle for sea views. Continue to Pisa where you can relax over dinner at your hotel.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Nice, Cinque Terre, Pisa
Accommodation:NH Pisa
day 9 - Off to Renaissance Florence Connect with Locals
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 savour dinner served at your hotel while you reflect on the day's events.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Pisa, Florence
Accommodation:FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
day 10 - Uncover Florences Treasures
Join your Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of magical Florence. View the multi-coloured 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 andpalazzi. Spend the rest of the day on your own exploration of Florence's iconic and unexpected sights.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Florence
Accommodation:FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
day 11 - All Roads Lead to Rome
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.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Florence, Rome
Accommodation:Precise House Mantegna
day 12 - Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City
This morning, visit the Vatican City and see the imposing St. Peter's Basilica, where Michelangelo's sorrowful Piet 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. Perhaps sit on the Spanish Steps, visit the Vatican Museum and admire the exquisite frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return to Rome. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for an unforgettable dinner.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Rome, Vatican City, Rome
Accommodation:Precise House Mantegna
day 13 - Arrivederci Italy
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.
From the energetic streets of Madrid to the sunlit plazas of Seville and Barcelona, the "Best of Spain" cultural tour is an unforgettable 15-day journey through the heart of Iberia. Designed with experienced travelers in mind, this trip unveils the country’s top highlights and hidden delights—sample olive oil on an Andalusian farm, witness the harmonious blend of three religions in Toledo, and discover the vibrant cultures of Santander, Pamplona, and more.
Each stop blends history, gastronomy, and local color, making every day a feast for the senses. The unique selling point is the rare mix of classic cities and off-the-beaten-path experiences, ensuring you don’t miss a thing while also uncovering Spain’s lesser-known gems.
Trace Spain’s historic arc on the “Spanish Ring” tour, an 11-day city sightseeing journey that circles from Madrid through Seville and Granada. Seniors will appreciate the thoughtfully paced itinerary, designed to highlight each region’s unique character while ensuring plenty of time for rest and reflection.
With all logistics—accommodation, transport, meals—handled, you’re free to immerse yourself in Spain’s vibrant culture. This tour’s special appeal lies in its classic route, offering a comprehensive yet comfortable overview of southern Spain’s most enchanting cities.
Experience the vibrant energy of Madrid, the architectural wonders of Barcelona, and the sun-drenched charm of Lisbon on the Spain & Portugal Explorer trip. This 15-day guided journey is tailored for travelers who value in-depth cultural immersion paired with moderate activity. Explore off-the-beaten-path gems like Alquézar and Peñíscola while marveling at UNESCO World Heritage sites in cities such as Seville and Porto. Enjoy authentic tapas, sample world-renowned Port wines, and bask in the Mediterranean lifestyle. Thoughtful pacing and expert guidance make this trip ideal for experienced travelers and seniors seeking both iconic highlights and hidden treasures. The unique selling point: a seamless blend of Spain and Portugal’s top sights with plenty of opportunities to savor the relaxed southern European way of life.
It is an economic way to visit both Spain and Portugal with this extensive 14-day bilingual tour with standard 4-star hotels. Embark on an Iberian adventure as you take in medieval architecture, idyllic landscapes and delectable cuisine. Explore Spain and Portugal’s priceless treasures of art, history and culture set against a backdrop of sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges.Important Trip Notes(*) This tour might be a combination of different programs. If applies there might be a change in the tour escort and passengers between the programs.(*) During stay in Madrid tour escort service is not available.(*) This tour is bilingual in Spanish and English
Embark on a captivating eleven-day odyssey through Portugal and Andalusia, where centuries of art, architecture, and faith converge. This easy-paced, guided group tour is perfect for travelers who appreciate immersive cultural experiences. Journey from Madrid to Granada, Seville, Cordoba, and into Portugal’s enchanting cities—Lisbon, Fatima, Coimbra, and Oporto. Marvel at UNESCO World Heritage sites, stroll through ancient university courtyards, and witness the candle-lit procession at Fatima’s Marian Shrine. The tour’s unique edge: a seamless blend of Iberia’s spiritual, architectural, and historical highlights—all expertly guided for maximum enrichment and ease.
Delve into the heart of the Iberian Peninsula with the “Spanish and Portuguese Landscapes” trip. Starting and ending in Madrid, this 11-day group tour is ideal for seniors looking to explore both Spain and Portugal’s scenic wonders at a gentle pace.
With guided city sightseeing, comfortable hotels, and all meals and transportation managed, you can simply enjoy the region’s culture and beauty. The tour’s USP is its comprehensive approach—offering an in-depth look at iconic sites across two countries, tailored for those who value ease and enrichment in their travels.
Spain and Portugal beckon with their colorful cities and storied pasts, and the "Spanish Ring with Lisbon (without Alhambra)" tour is crafted for seniors who wish to discover these wonders at an easy, enjoyable pace. Over 12 days, this guided group trip sweeps you from Madrid to Lisbon, pausing in Merida, Zaragoza, Malaga, and seven additional destinations across the Iberian landscape.
Designed for comfort and accessibility, the city sightseeing itinerary ensures light activity, with short walks and frequent breaks. You’ll stay in well-appointed hotels, travel effortlessly between cities, and savor delicious included meals—all while immersing yourself in the art, architecture, and culture of Spain and Portugal.
The unique selling point of this tour package lies in its balanced itinerary, blending major capital cities with enchanting towns and historical gems, all without rushing. Ideal for those who appreciate a relaxed journey, it’s your invitation to experience Iberia’s highlights with ease and confidence.
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The Mediterranean Highlights tour was an absolutely wonderful experience. Traveled solo and celebrated my 80th birthday on the trip. Tour director was great. She was informative, helpful and thorough with attention to detail along with being fun Bus driver was amazing and faced many challenges in tight places. I thought the itinerary was well designed and included many must sees.
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Talonika S.Verified Traveler
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Lots of wonderful places were included in the itinerary all the true highlights!! It was truly remarkable!!
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The itinerary was perfect. Our travel director, was exceptional!
