England, France and Spain
Discover a varied spectrum among three special cultures.
In London, Buckingham Palace evokes royalty, while a dinner of fish and chips is for everyone. French heritage comes into focus in the halls of the Louvre, at the chateaux of the Loire, and in the seaside cafés of Biarritz. And Barcelona proudly displays the handiwork of Spain’s most brilliant artists and architects.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to England
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Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London
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Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 4: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Visit the Louvre
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 5: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 6: Paris • Chartres • Loire Valley
Travel via Chartres to the Loire Valley
Visit the Chartres Cathedral
Visit the Château de Chenonceau
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Day 7: Loire Valley • Bordeaux
Travel to Bordeaux
Tour Bordeaux with an expert local guide
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Day 8: Bordeaux • Arcachon • Basque Coast
Travel via Arcachon to Biarritz
Take a walking tour of Dune du Pilat
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Day 9: Basque Coast
Cross the Spanish border and take a self-guided tour of San Sebastián
Visit Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Enjoy a tasty pintxos-style lunch in San Sebastián
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Day 10: Basque Coast • Pamplona • Barcelona
Travel via Pamplona to Barcelona
Take a tour of Pamplona
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Day 11: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets, and clapping. Note: A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 12: Barcelona • Zaragoza • Madrid
Travel via Zaragoza to Madrid
Visit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 13: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 14: Madrid
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 15: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to England
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Day 2: London
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of London
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Day 3: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Windsor
This is your invitation to the Royal Family’s retreat, Windsor Castle! Join a local guide on your half-day excursion to Windsor, built by William the Conqueror in 1070. Priceless objects are found in the State Apartments, from paintings by Rubens to Henry VIII’s sword and suit of armor. You will also see Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of many monarchs.
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Day 4: London • Paris
Travel by Eurostar train to Paris
Visit the Louvre
Take a tour of the Latin Quarter
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 5: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 6: Paris • Chartres • Loire Valley
Travel via Chartres to the Loire Valley
Visit the Chartres Cathedral
Visit the Château de Chenonceau
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Day 7: Loire Valley • Bordeaux
Travel to Bordeaux
Tour Bordeaux with an expert local guide
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Day 8: Bordeaux • Arcachon • Basque Coast
Travel via Arcachon to Biarritz
Take a walking tour of Dune du Pilat
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Day 9: Basque Coast
Cross the Spanish border and take a self-guided tour of San Sebastián
Visit Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Enjoy a tasty pintxos-style lunch in San Sebastián
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Day 10: Basque Coast • Pamplona • Barcelona
Travel via Pamplona to Barcelona
Take a tour of Pamplona
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Day 11: Barcelona
Take a guided tour of Barcelona
With your expert local guide you will see:
- La Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- La Pedrera or Casa Batlló
Visit Park Güell
Take a walking tour of Las Ramblas
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Barcelona flamenco evening
Feel the pulse of Spain when you attend an unforgettable flamenco performance! Born of Indian, Moorish, Arabian, and Andalusian Roma influences, flamenco dance is a passionate display of dramatic poses and colorful costumes, accompanied by song and guitar. Marvel at the intricate rhythms created by a dancer’s steps, castanets, and clapping. Note: A beverage is included during the one-hour performance.
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 12: Barcelona • Zaragoza • Madrid
Travel via Zaragoza to Madrid
Visit Basílica del Pilar
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Day 13: Madrid
Take a tour of Madrid with an expert local guide
Explore Madrid de los Austrias during a self-guided Immersive Scavenger Hunt designed exclusively for EF
Take a walking tour of Madrid
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Mercado de San Miguel
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Day 14: Madrid
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Toledo
This guided half-day excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Visit the Prado Museum
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Day 15: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Eurostar high-speed train
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (13 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (5 with extension); 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director; 3 walking tours (4 with extension)
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Entrances
Notre-Dame Cathedral; Louvre; Chartres Cathedral; Chenonceau; Park Güell; with extension: Immersive Scavenger Hunt; Prado
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
