Contrasts of Europe (Without Alhambra) (2026)
Price per person from US$7,967

Contrasts of Europe (Without Alhambra) (2026)

From
US$7,967
Price per person
From
US$7,967
Price per person

Visiting

Paris
Paris

Day 1

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

Paris
Paris

Day 2

Paris
Paris

Day 3

Paris - Burgundy - Beaune - Lyon
Paris - Burgundy - Beaune - Lyon

Day 4

Viajamos hacia el centro de Francia. La región de Borgoña, zona conocida por sus vinos. Una parada en NOYERS, una pequeña población medieval clasificada entre los pueblos más bonitos de Francia. Tras ello conocemos BEAUNE en el centro de la región de los vinos de Borgoña, sus calles llenas de flores, su hospicio o su museo del vino pueden ser recuerdos de su viaje. Tiempo para almorzar y pasear. LYON, llegada a media tarde; la capital de la Galia Romana, a la orilla del Ródano, su centro histórico ha sido declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad. Tiempo libre y alojamiento.

Lyon - Geneva - Milan
Lyon - Geneva - Milan

Day 5

Milan - Venice
Milan - Venice

Day 6

Venice - Ravenna - Assisi - Rome
Venice - Ravenna - Assisi - Rome

Day 7

Siguiendo la laguna de Venecia, llegamos a RÁVENA donde podemos conocer el Mausoleo de Gala Placidia y la Basílica de San Vital. Tras ello cruzamos los Apeninos hacia ASÍS. Con un guía local conocemos la Basílica de San Francisco. Continuación a ROMA, llegada al final del día.

Rome
Rome

Day 8

In the morning, we’ll take a three-hour guided tour of the Eternal City, combining a walking tour of Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride to admire one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. During the tour, we’ll see highlights such as the Arch of Constantine, the exterior of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums, the Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant’Angelo.The tour will end at VATICAN CITY around 11:00 a.m. Afterward, our guide will offer an optional visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.At the end of the day, we’ll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood, known for its cozy restaurants and lively atmosphere. Return to the hotel will be around 8:30 p.m.

Rome
Rome

Day 9

Free day. If you wish, you’ll have the option to join an optional excursion. From April to October, enjoy a visit to the island of Capri; from November to March, discover Naples and Pompeii.

Rome - Florence
Rome - Florence

Day 10

Today we will leave ROME and head north, enjoying the beautiful landscapes along the way. We will arrive in FLORENCE, where we will go directly to the Michelangelo Viewpoint, which offers an impressive panoramic view of the city. Afterward, we will walk to the historic city center, where, after some free time for lunch, we will take a guided walking tour with a local guide of Tuscany’s capital—one of the most visited cities in the country, considered the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael.Highlights include the Gothic cathedral (the Duomo), the ancient stone bridge Ponte Vecchio with its traditional goldsmith shops, and Piazza della Signoria—the political heart of the city, featuring the medieval town hall.The rest of the afternoon will be free.Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for the visit to Florence.

Florence - Pisa - Sestri Levante - Monte Carlo - Côte d'Azur
Florence - Pisa - Sestri Levante - Monte Carlo - Côte d'Azur

Day 11

Departure from Florence to Pisa, with time to admire its artistic ensemble, including the famous Leaning Tower. The next stage offers extraordinary scenic beauty along the Italian Riviera. We´ll arrive in Sestri Levante, a charming small resort town by the sea. There will be time for lunch and a stroll. We will then continue towards the French Riviera, arriving in Monte Carlo in the mid-afternoon, where you can visit its historic casino. Our journey will proceed to Nice, with arrival around 08:00 p.m.Please note: During this stage of our trip, there may be instances where the guide is not fluent in English.

Côte d'Azur - Arles - Barcelona
Côte d'Azur - Arles - Barcelona

Day 12

Barcelona
Barcelona

Day 13

In the morning we include a panoramic tour of BARCELONA, known as one of the most interesting European capitals, open to the Mediterranean Sea, famous for Gaudí and its Modernist architecture, without forgetting its Ramblas and the memories of the Universal Expositions and the Olympic Games held here. Barcelona is considered one of the most beautiful and fascinating European capitals.The tour ends by the Maremagnum, a modern leisure and restaurant complex by the sea next to Columbus Square, where you can enjoy a stroll through this lively area. Free afternoon. Transfer to the hotel at the end of the day.

Barcelona - Penedès - Zaragoza - Madrid
Barcelona - Penedès - Zaragoza - Madrid

Day 14

Madrid
Madrid

Day 15

Madrid
Madrid

Day 16

Madrid - Granada
Madrid - Granada

Day 17

We will depart from Madrid early in the morning, heading south through La Mancha. Our first stop will be in Puerto Lápice, a charming Manchego village evocative of Don Quixote. We will then continue into Andalusia via Despeñaperros, arriving in Granada, where lunch will be included. Free time in the afternoon. We recommend visiting the Cathedral, which houses the tomb of the Catholic Monarchs, or strolling through the Albaicín neighborhood and enjoying the beautiful views of the Alhambra from the Mirador de San Nicolás.Note: We remind you that the tour you have purchased does not include admission to the Alhambra in Granada. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, we suggest doing it through their official website: https://tickets.alhambra-patronato.es or through companies that organize visits to the city.

Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville
Granada - Nerja - Malaga - Ronda - Seville

Day 18

Today we’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes as we leave behind the Sierra Nevada mountain range. We’ll then continue along the Mediterranean, on the so-called Tropical Coast, where the mild year-round microclimate allows for the cultivation of tropical fruits such as guavas, mangoes, and avocados, and in the past, sugar cane.We stop in NERJA, a charming seaside town with impressive cliffs. We continue on to MÁLAGA, the capital of the Costa del Sol, full of life and boasting a beautiful historic center. Time for lunch and a stroll through the city center.Afterward, we head into the Andalusian sierras and arrive in RONDA, a stunning white town famous for its dramatic gorge that splits the city in two.We continue to SEVILLE, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner included at the hotel.

Seville
Seville

Day 19

In the morning, we´ll embark on a city tour of Seville, where you´ll see the cathedral with its famous Giralda, the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and the popular neighborhoods of Santa Cruz and Triana. After the tour, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Guadalquivir River offering stunning panoramic views (included). In the evening, you´ll have the option to attend a popular flamenco tablao.

Seville - Mérida - Évora - Lisbon
Seville - Mérida - Évora - Lisbon

Day 20

We’ll leave Seville, traveling through pleasant landscapes of rolling hills and expansive pasturelands as we head towards Extremadura. In Mérida, admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, which features a Roman Theater and Amphitheater. This site is renowned for its excellent preservation and its designation as a World Heritage Site. You´ll have time for lunch and a stroll through the vibrant pedestrian historic center, filled with restaurants and local charm. We will then continue to Portugal, stopping in Évora, another World Heritage Site, known for its whitewashed streets, Renaissance palaces, and cathedral. We’ll arrive in Lisbon in the evening.

Lisbon
Lisbon

Day 21

In the morning, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Lisbon, exploring the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. We’ll also visit the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators set sail to cross the oceans in the 15th century. Free time in the afternoon to walk and go to the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint; if you’d like to, you could take an optional trip to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening, we’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square, filled with vibrant bars and cafes.

Lisbon
Lisbon

Day 22

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Guide languages

Español
Português
Day 1: Paris
Day 2: Paris
Day 3: Paris
Day 4: Paris, Dijon, Beaune, Lyon
Day 5: Lyon, Geneva, Milan
Day 6: Milan, Venice
Day 7: Venice, Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Assisi, Rome
Day 8: Rome
Day 9: Rome
Day 10: Rome, Florence
Day 11: Florence, Pisa, Sestri Levante, Monaco, Cote d'Azur
Day 12: Cote d'Azur, Arles, Barcelona
Day 13: Barcelona
Day 14: Barcelona, Penedés, Zaragoza, Madrid
Day 15: Madrid
Day 16: Madrid
Day 17: Madrid, Granada
Day 18: Granada, Nerja, Malaga, Ronda, Seville
Day 19: Seville
Day 20: Seville, Mérida, Evora, Lisbon
Day 21: Lisbon
Day 22: Lisbon
  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish and Portuguese speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: Paris, Venice, Assisi, Rome, Florence, Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Lisbon
  • Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome
  • Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
  • Ticket admission: winerie in Cataluña, Alhambra Palace in Granada
  • 1 Lunch Included in: Granada

Possible accommodations

PARIS
  • NOVOTEL P. D´ITALIE 4*
LYON
  • NOVOTEL LYON GERLAND MUSEE DES CONFLUENCE 4*
MILAN
  • BARCELO MILAN 4*
VENECIA
  • LUGANO TORRETTA 4*
ROMA
  • HOLIDAY INN ROME AURELIA 4*
  • HOLIDAY INN ROME AURELIA 4*
FLORENCIA
  • NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD AEROPORTO 4*
COSTA AZUL
  • IBIS STYLES NICE AEROPORT ARENAS 3*
BARCELONA
  • FIRA CONGRESS 4*
MADRID
  • PRAGA 4*
GRANADA
  • SARAY 4*
SEVILLA
  • ALCORA SEVILLA 4*
LISBOA
  • VIP EXECUTIVE ENTRECAMPOS CONFERENCE 4*