12-Day [24 Pax Small Group] Mapping Southern France Tour from Barcelona: Girnoa, Carcassone, Nimes, Avignon, Cote d´Azur, Milan, Garda lake, Verona, Venice | Welcome Dinner/Farewell Dinner

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Product Code: 710907

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Premium Accommodations: Stay in 4-5 star chain hotels with complimentary breakfast included
    • 24/7 Airport Transfers: Enjoy free round-the-clock airport pickup and drop-off service
    • Warm Welcomes and Fond Farewells: Savor a special welcome dinner and a memorable farewell dinner
    Guided visits in Barcelona, Carcassone, Avignon, Nice, Milan & Venice / Wine tasting in the Provence, School of perfume
Tour Code
710907
Duration
12 day
Departure City
Barcelona
End City
Venice
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Barcelona

Barcelona

Hotel: Catalonia Diagonal Centro 4* (Calle Balmes 142-146) or similar

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Meet & greet at the airport and take a private transfer to your hotel. At 19:00, meet with your Tour Director at the hotel´s Reception Desk for a welcome meeting. You will also meet your journey's fellow travelers. Rest of the day is at leisure. Accommodation at your hotel.

Tips:
【Hotel info】
Catalonia Diagonal Centro 4* (or similar) in BARCELONA
Catalonia Diagonal Centro is set in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample district, 300 metres from Diagonal Metro Station. It features a seasonal outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. At the Catalonia Diagonal Centro, you can enjoy modern, comfortable accommodation next to some of Barcelona's most popular sights. All hotel rooms have smart TVs, which are equipped with Chromecast app Only 300 metres away on Passeig de Gràcia is La Pedrera, one of Gaudi's famous creations. Take a stroll past the Modernista buildings to reach Plaça Catalunya and the lively Ramblas area.
Sowell Les Chevalier 4* (or similar) in CARCASSONNE
Set a 2-minute walk from the Aude river and featuring views of the Pont Vieux bridge, SOWELL HOTELS Les Chevaliers offers accommodation with free WiFi in Carcassonne. The medieval city is just a 10-minute walk away. Some units at the property feature a terrace with a garden view or a view of the medieval city. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning. The restaurant offers traditional cuisine and local specialities. Guests can also enjoy a drink on the terrace, which offers views of the medieval city.
Hotel Juliana 4* (or similar) in COSTA AZUL
Offering a sauna and fitness centre, Juliana Hotel Paris is located in Paris, just a 14-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. The hotel has a hammam and a gym. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the hotel bar. A flat-screen TV is provided. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. Juliana Hotel Paris features free WiFi throughout the property.
Najeti La Magnaneraie 4* (or similar) in AVIÑON
Nestled on the heights of the historical village of Villeneuve les Avignon, in the former historical mansion of a cardinal, the 4-star hotel features 29 rooms and 3 suites with thematic interior design. Hostellerie La Magnaneraie offers stylish and relaxing settings. The alleys of the garden are planted with trees and they look out onto the Abbey and Fort St André.
Starhotel Ritz 4* (or similar) in MILAN
Just 300 metres from Lima Metro Station and a few steps from the popular shops of Milan's Corso Buenos Aires, Starhotels Ritz is also a 10-minute walk from Milano Centrale Train Station. Rooms at the Ritz feature a 20-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, parquet and furniture made of wood, leather and velvet. Each displays giant photos of Milan and has the comfortable Starbed with soft feathers. Some rooms come with 26-inch LCD TVs. WiFi is free throughout the hotel. The wellness area of Ritz Starhotels is on the 8th floor and includes a Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, shower and fitness centre. The furnished terrace offers a splendid view of Milan's rooftops.
Hotel Casanova 4* (or similar) in VENECIA
Just 230 feet from Piazza San Marco and 328 feet from Harry's Bar, Hotel Casanova is set in an 18th-century building in the center of Venice. It offers free WiFi throughout. St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's palace are 984 feet from the hotel. The Vallaresso vaporetto water-bus stop is 656 feet away, and the Accademia is a 10-minute walk from the Casanova.

Meal

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Day 02
Barcelona

Barcelona

Hotel: Catalonia Diagonal Centro 4* (Calle Balmes 142-146) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Included

Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Begin your day in Barcelona with a city discovery. See the Barcelona Pavilion, a study in minimalism built for the 1929 International Exposition. Then explore the Sagrada Familia (entrance not included), a still-unfinished cathedral designed by Catalan architect Antoní Gaudí. The afternoon is free to explore the city at your own pace. In the early evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodation at your hotel.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • La Sagrada Familia La Sagrada Familia
  • Barcelona Pavilion Barcelona Pavilion

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Day 03
Barcelona

Barcelona - Girona - Carcassonne(Mapping in depth)

Hotel: Sowell Les Chevalier 4* (3 Rue des Calquières) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Depart towards Girona. Since much of the old quarter of this ancient city has been preserved and is a popular destination for tourists, and film productions have used it as a filming location (e.g., Game of Thrones). Enjoy time at leisure. Continue crossing the border of France to Carcassonne.

Mapping in depth: Optionally, in the early evening, take a boat cruise across the Canal Du Midi. Take a glass of Champagne and cruise the originally named Canal royal en Languedoc (Royal Canal in Languedoc) and renamed by French revolutionaries to Canal du Midi in 1789, the canal is considered one of the greatest construction works of the 17th century. Dinner and accommodation at your hotel.

 

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Day 04
Carcassonne

Carcassonne

Hotel: Sowell Les Chevalier 4* (3 Rue des Calquières) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. We start our day with a walking City tour of the Citadel, known as the Cité de Carcassonne, is a medieval fortress dating back to the Gallo-Roman period and restored in 1853. It was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1997 because of the exceptional preservation and restoration of the medieval citadel Rest of the afternoon is at leisure for you enjoy this stunning medieval Southern France town. Accommodation at your hotel.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Carcassonne Carcassonne

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Day 05
Carcassonne

Carcassonne - Nimes - Avignon

Hotel: Najeti La Magnaneraie 4* (37 Rue du Camp de Bataille) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Depart to Nimes, the most Roman city outside Italy. Several famous monuments are in Nimes, such as the Arena of Nimes and the Maison Carrée. Because of this, Nimes is often referred to as the "French Rome". We continue our roman day visiting the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge built in the first century AD to carry water over 50 km. It was added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage sites in 1985 because of its exceptional preservation, historical importance, and architectural ingenuity. Accommodation at your hotel. 

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Nimes old city Nimes old city
  • Pont du Gard Pont du Gard

Meal

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Day 06
Avignon

Avignon (Mapping in depth)

Hotel: Najeti La Magnaneraie 4* (37 Rue du Camp de Bataille) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Today we discover the famous Provence capital, Avinon. Visit The Palais des Papes. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal residence was a seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. UNESCO World Heritage Site, for its outstanding architecture and historical importance for the Papacy. We will admire the Pont d´Avignon.

Mapping in depth: Optionally, board a Rhone River cruise. Join a beautiful river cruise with lunch to Villeneuve les Avignon. Accommodation at your hotel.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Palais des Papes Palais des Papes
  • Pont d’Avignon Pont d’Avignon

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Day 07
Avignon

Avignon - Cote D´Azur

Hotel: Hotel Juliana 4* (14 Av. de Madrid) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Our first activity will bring you to the charming town of Chateauneuf du Pape, well known for its wine. The total annual production is around 100,000 hectolitres (equivalent to 13 million bottles of 0.75 litre) Continue with a unique visit and wine tasting with light lunch at one of the most beautiful cellers of Provence. Accommodation at your hotel

 

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Day 08
Cote D´Azur

Cote D´Azur

Hotel: Hotel Juliana 4* (14 Av. de Madrid) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Full day excursion to enjoy the glamorous Cote d´Azur. This region is the centre of the French perfume industry. This region produces over two-thirds of France's natural aromas (for perfume and for food flavorings). Try to create your own fragrance in an amazing Perfume school. (You´ll keep your personal creation!) We continue our trip to Nice. Accommodation at your hotel. 

 

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Day 09
Cote D´Azur

Cote D´Azur - Milan

Hotel: Starhotel Ritz 4* (Via Spallanzani, 40) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. We will cross another European border, bond for Milan, Italian Northern capital. Milan has been recognized as one of the world's four fashion capitals. City tour. Milan's Cathedral is the fifth-largest cathedral in the world and the most important example of Gothic architecture in Italy. The city hosts La Scala opera house, considered one of the world's most prestigious. Accommodation at your hotel.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Milan Cathedral Milan Cathedral
  • La Scala opera house La Scala opera house

Meal

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Day 10
Milan

Milan - Garda Lake - Verona - Venice

Hotel: Hotel Casanova 4* (Calle Frezzaria, 1284) or similar

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Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Early departure to the beautiful lake of Garda. Take a stunning boat trip & light lunch at one of the most beautiful European corners. Continue to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Time at leisure to visit the town. Finally, we will arrive in Venice, the city of channels. Accommodation at your hotel.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Garda Lake Garda

Meal

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Day 11
Venice

Venice (Mapping in depth)

Hotel: Hotel Casanova 4* (Calle Frezzaria, 1284) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Included

Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Walking city tour. Piazza San Marco, often known in English as St Mark's Square, is the principal public square of Venice, A remark usually attributed (though without proof) to Napoleon calls the Piazza San Marco "the drawing room of Europe". Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring this awesome city.

Mapping in depth: Murano & Burano Venice Bay cruise (Laguna) Optionally take a boat to: Murano is a series of islands linked by bridges in the Venetian Lagoon, northern Italy. It lies about 1.5 km (1 mi) north of Venice and measures about 1.5 km (1 mi) It is famous for its glass making. Burano is an island in the Venetian Lagoon, northern Italy, near Torcello at the northern end of the lagoon, known for its lace work and brightly coloured homes. In the early evening, join your fellow travelers for an amazing Gondola trip to our Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • St. Mark's Square St. Mark's Square
  • Gondola Bay Cruise Gondola Bay Cruise

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Day 12
Venice

Venice

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  Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Take a private transfer to the airport.

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Pick-up Information】
24/7 Airport Transfers: Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
【Drop-off Information】
24/7 Airport Transfers: Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

Transfer notes:
 - Please note that after clearing customs and collecting your luggage, the driver will usually be waiting at the exit. Please leave the airport through the exit closest to your baggage carousel, as the driver will typically be waiting there. If you have not met the driver within 30 minutes, please contact the emergency number provided in your tour notification.
- The driver will wait for you at the airport for up to 1 hour from the scheduled arrival time of your flight.
- If, for any reason, you are delayed in leaving the airport (such as due to lost luggage or delays at immigration), or if you miss your connecting flight or if your flight schedule changes, please promptly inform us using the emergency contact number provided (found in your tour notification).
- If you have a connecting flight in another European city and there is any change in your connecting flight number or time, please inform the driver as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in missing your scheduled pick-up and being unable to use the pick-up service.
- The pick-up service can only be arranged from the hotel/train station/destination city airport to the hotel where the group tour begins, provided the airport/port is within 40 kilometers of the hotel.
- The drop-off service generally begins 3 hours before your flight. Please confirm the schedule for the drop-off day with your guide in advance. If you do not show up at the agreed time, you will forfeit the drop-off service.
- Please comply with the health and quarantine requirements of the country you are entering and have the necessary documents ready. If you are denied entry, you will be fully responsible for the consequences. We recommend that you check the specific information provided by the airline/embassy/consulate. Please ensure that your contact phone is available.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    •  English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey(If pax is no more than 10, the driver will also act as the guide)
    •  Daily breakfast
    •  Welcome dinner
    •  Farewell dinner
    •  Transportation by luxury coach
    •  Accommodation at selected class
    •  Private transfers to/from airport as per itinerary
    •  Travel insurance
    •  City taxes

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
    • Airport drop-off at the end of the tour
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
    • Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 17 - 31 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 32 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded

Special Notes

    【General tips】
    • Passport information must be provided at least 30 days before departure. If domestic flights are involved (flight details will be provided during the tour; no e-tickets will be issued) or if tickets for certain attractions are required, passport information must be submitted. Failure to do so on time may result in service not being guaranteed.
    • Each traveler may carry up to one 30 kg suitcase. If your itinerary includes train travel, please note that train companies typically have a luggage weight limit of 20 kg and a combined length, width, and height not exceeding 250 cm. Any additional charges for overweight or oversized luggage will be directly payable to the train company (policies may vary, so please contact customer service for confirmation).
    • Please print your travel voucher, emergency contact numbers, and hotel list 48 hours before your trip. Prepare all necessary travel documents, including your personal documents—valid passport, visa (if required), and travel and cancellation insurance (if purchased), as well as travel documents—airline tickets, travel voucher, detailed itinerary, hotel list, and any other useful information from the website. Also, verify that all information on your vouchers is correct.
    • We reserve the right to make minor adjustments to the times listed in the detailed itinerary. Under special circumstances (such as malfunctions, delays due to traffic issues, weather conditions, strikes, sports and religious events, gatherings, and other complex situations), we also reserve the right to modify included attractions, alter the tour sequence, and make other changes to the itinerary.
    • The reference hotels listed in the product description are subject to change. Due to last-minute availability changes and our flexibility, we may need to change hotels within a few days before arrival. We appreciate your understanding.
    • Any issues, missed services, or other financial losses resulting from the traveler not appearing at the specified times and locations (at the start of the trip and during the trip) are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
    • Please be aware that the basic travel insurance included has limited coverage. We recommend that all guests purchase additional insurance for more comprehensive protection.
    • Please ensure that seat belts are worn while the coach is in motion. Maintain cleanliness on the coach and refrain from eating and drinking. Do not leave valuable items on the coach; even if the coach is locked, we are not responsible for any loss or theft of items/luggage left on the coach.
    【Guide Tips]】
    • The guided tour service begins with the start of the tour. It is not included during your additional accommodation period, free time, or on trains and other regular transportation that are part of the trip.
    • In many cities, according to local regulations, our tour guides are not allowed to provide commentary outside the bus. Therefore, the guide will give you tour information before you leave the bus, which you can refer to during your free time.
    【Hotel tips】
    • Check-in and check-out times vary by hotel, but in most cases, check-in is typically at 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM. Upon arrival at the hotel, please present your tour notification at the front desk. Check-out time is usually at 10:00 AM.
    • We cannot guarantee that all hotels will offer double rooms with a king-size bed. Some hotels and cruise ships may only provide twin-bed rooms. In some hotels, twin rooms may consist of one large bed and a sofa bed or an extra bed.
    • We cannot guarantee that your extended stay hotel will be the same as the group hotel; the extended stay hotel will be confirmed closer to the time of stay.
    • Hotel breakfasts are usually cold buffets, typically including coffee, juice, bread, butter, jam, pastries, cheese, ham, cereal, and fruit. Some hotels may offer a continental breakfast, which typically includes white coffee, juice, bread, butter/jam, or pastries.
    • Europe experiences significant temperature differences between day and night, and temperatures above 30°C are uncommon for more than two months of the year. Additionally, due to strong environmental awareness in European countries, some hotels do not have air conditioning. This is not due to substandard facilities, so we appreciate your understanding.
    • In many European hotels, standard triple rooms are not available. If you need a triple room, please consult customer service for details.
    • Generally, we arrange for 4- to 5-star hotels in city centers, including breakfast, with convenient access to shopping and transportation (during exhibitions, festivals, and holidays, hotels may be arranged in suburban areas).
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Adult: 13 and older
* Child: 0-12 years of age (minimum one adult per child)
* Child from 4 to 12 years old pay only 75% of the double room rate. Please contact our customer service team to manually adjust the price.
* Child under 4 years old pay only 20% of the double room rate. Please contact our customer service team to manually adjust the price.
 

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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