Day 1 Lucerne - Geneva - Annecy - Valence (370 km)
Day 2 Valence - Avignon - Barcelona (466 km)
Day 3 Barcelona
Day 4 Barcelona - Girona - Figueres - Nimes (343 km)
Day 5 Nimes - Arles - Lyon - Besancon (524 km)
Day 6 Besancon - Colmar - Frankfurt (416 km)
Day 7 Frankfurt - Zurich - Lucerne (344 km)
Day 1:
Lucerne - Geneva - Annecy - Valence (370 km)
Travel to Geneva, the 'World Capital of Watches'. Visit Geneva Lake, the United Nations Palace (Palais des Nations), and the Flower Clock. Continue to the charming French town of Annecy. Overnight in Valence or surrounding area.
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Geneva, SWITZERLAND
Geneva is the second largest city in Switzerland and a global center that houses the United Nations and many international organizations. Visitors enjoy museums, theatres, and cultural sites including Muse d'Art et d'Histoire, as well as archeological sites, historic buildings, dining, shopping, and much more.
Lake Geneva
This lake on the north side of the Alps is named for the Swiss city that rests on its shores. It offers unparalleled views of the mountain range in the distance, not to mention locales for skiing.
United Nations Office at Geneva (Palais des Nations)
The Palais des Nations in Geneva houses the European headquarters of the United Nations, set within the beautiful Ariana Park. Visitors can join guided tours to see its impressive assembly halls, learn about international diplomacy, and view its collection of artworks.
Flower Clock
Made in 1955 as a testament to the history of Geneva's renowned watchmakers, this flower clock has a diameter of five meters. The decorative flowers are changed to match the season of the year.
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Annecy, FRANCE
Annecy is a small city in the Savoy region of France that started coming to prominence in the 1400s. It hosts a small annual film festival.
Annecy Old Town
Annecy Old Town is known for its picturesque canals, colorful houses, and lakeside atmosphere, often called the 'Venice of the Alps'.
Day 2:
Valence - Avignon - Barcelona (466 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Avignon, the historic Papal City. Visit the Rocher des Doms park, Notre-Dame des Doms Cathedral, the Pope's Palace, and the famous Pont Saint-Benezet (Avignon Bridge). Continue to Barcelona for overnight stay. Note: During lavender season, Avignon may be replaced with Valensole to see lavender fields.
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Avignon, FRANCE
One of the few French cities to have preserved its ramparts.The historic centre, which includes the Palais des Papes, the cathedral, and the Pont d'Avignon, became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The medieval monuments and the annual Festival d'Avignon have helped to make the town a major centre for tourism.
Rocher des Doms
These beautiful English gardens in Avignon, situated some 30 meters above the Rhone River, was designed in the 19th century in the heart of the city. It is a refreshing location to relax during the summer.
Notre-Dame des Doms Cathedral
Notre-Dame des Doms Cathedral is a Romanesque building perched on a rocky hill next to the Palais des Papes, topped with a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary.
Pope's Palace
The Pope's Palace was the residence of the popes in the 14th century, one of the most important Gothic buildings in the world, vast in scale and a testament to Avignon's papal history.
Pont Saint-Benezet (Avignon Bridge)
This famous medieval bridge, known from the song 'Sur le pont d'Avignon', now stands partially with remaining arches spanning the Rhône River, offering scenic views.
Day 3:
Barcelona
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Full day tour of Barcelona. Visit the iconic Sagrada Familia (optional), Casa Mila (optional), stroll along La Rambla, pass by the Boqueria Market, and see the Columbus Monument at Columbus Square.
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Barcelona, SPAIN
This gorgeous Spanish city on the Mediterranean is one of the world's most popular tourists destinations due to its rich cultural heritage. Visitors can see medieval buildings or admire modernity at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Sagrada Familia
Designed by Antoni Gaudi, Barcelona's most famous architect, construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and continues to this day, a perfect synthesis of the 19th-century Gothic and 20th-century Modernist styles, a blend of religion and fantasy.
Admission (Optional): Adult $31 / €26; Book your ticket with audio guide online in advance at Sagrada Familia Individual Ticket
Reservation time: 10am
Casa Mila
This Modernist building in Barcelona is one of themany famous buildings in the city designed by the eccentric architect Antoni Gaudi. It was considered a great architectural innovation when it opened, both in aesthetic design and functionality.
Admission (Optional): Adult $35 / €29; Child (Age 12-17) $15 / €12.50; Senior (Age 65+) $23 / €19; Student $23 / €19; Includes audio guide. Window purchase: +1 EUR per ticket.
La Rambla
This centrally-located street in Barcelona is a tree-lined pedestrian walkway that covers 1.2 kilometers from the port to Place de Catalunya. There are many cafes and shopping kiosks along the street, which can get crowded during the busy tourist seasons.
Boqueria Market (Passing By)
La Boqueria Market is Barcelona's most famous and bustling food market, attracting visitors with its colorful stalls, fresh produce, and local snacks.
Columbus Monument
Christopher Columbus is immortalized with a towering monument on Barcelona's famous walkway, La Rambla, depicting the famed explorer pointing out towards the sea. Visitors can take an elevator to the top, which offers a thrilling view of the city.
Day 4:
Barcelona - Girona - Figueres - Nimes (343 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Depart Barcelona for Girona. Visit Girona Cathedral and explore the Jewish Quarter. Continue to Figueres, the birthplace of Salvador Dali, to see the Dali Theatre-Museum and Dali Jewels Museum. Overnight in Nimes or surrounding area.
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Girona, SPAIN
This Catalonian city is a popular destination for day-trips from nearby Barcelona. Because the area has been populated since ancient times, there are historical sites to see from all eras.
Girona Cathedral
Girona Cathedral is a magnificent Gothic cathedral in Girona, Catalonia, Spain, famous for having the second widest Gothic nave in the world.
Jewish Quarter
The Jewish Quarter of Girona, in the old city center, is a maze of cobbled lanes, steep stairs, and medieval buildings, exuding a serene and mysterious atmosphere. It was once a major Jewish cultural center and preserves one of Europe's best Jewish heritage sites.
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Figueres, SPAIN
This city in Catalonia, Spain is best known as the hometown of surrealist artist Salvador Dali. Visitors to the town can find many memorial tributes to the celebrated artist.
Dali Theatre-Museum
A surrealist art museum in Figueres, Spain, designed by Salvador DalÃÂ himself on the site of the former municipal theatre. It houses the most comprehensive collection of his works, and the building itself is a fantastical artwork.
Dali Jewels Museum
The Dali Jewels Museum displays unique jewelry pieces designed by Salvador Dalí, reflecting his surrealist artistic vision and exquisite craftsmanship.
Day 5:
Nimes - Arles - Lyon - Besancon (524 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Arles, a town famous for its Roman ruins and association with Vincent van Gogh. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Theatre (optional), and see locations that inspired Van Gogh's paintings. Drop off passengers in Lyon if requested. Continue to Besancon for overnight stay.
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Arles, FRANCE
This historical city in southern France dates back to ancient Roman times, and the ruins of the old amphitheater can still be visited today. Vincent Van Gogh, the famous impressionist painter, live here for many years, producing over 300 works.
Arles Amphitheatre
This Roman Amphitheater in France was built around 90 AD to house gladiatorial events and chariot races. In the present, it hosts occasional concerts and plays, as well as bull fights during the Feria d'Arles festival.
Roman Theatre
The Roman Theatre in Arles is an ancient site built in the 1st century BC, still used for summer performances, offering a glimpse into ancient Roman entertainment.
Arles Amphitheatre + Roman Theatre (Combined Ticket)
This combined ticket grants access to two major Roman sites in Arles: the impressive amphitheatre and the ancient theatre, offering a comprehensive exploration of the city's Roman history.
Admission (Optional): Adult $14 / €11
Day 6:
Besancon - Colmar - Frankfurt (416 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Visit the romantic fairy-tale town of Colmar. Explore 'Little Venice' with its colorful half-timbered houses along the canals. After the tour, head to Frankfurt.
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Colmar, FRANCE
This small city in the Alsace region of France as founded in the 9th century. It served as the inspiration for the village in the beloved Hayao Miyazaki movie Howl's Moving Castle.
Colmar Old Town
Colmar Old Town is famous for its well-preserved half-timbered houses, winding canals, and strong Alsatian character, resembling a fairy-tale town.
Day 7:
Frankfurt - Zurich - Lucerne (344 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Depart from Frankfurt and travel to Zurich. Visit Zurich Cathedral, Zurich Lake, and Bahnhofstrasse shopping street. Continue to Lucerne to see the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Overnight in Lucerne or surrounding area.
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Zurich, SWITZERLAND
Sitting on the northwestern tip of Lake Zurich, this city is the largest in Switzerland. The Bahnhofstrasse ("Station Street") is an important landmark as one of the world's most expensive shopping areas.
Zurich Cathedral
Zurich Cathedral is a landmark of the Swiss financial capital, featuring distinctive twin towers overlooking the Limmat River and the Old Town.
Zurich Lake
This Swiss lake lies to the southeast of the city of the same name. It is fed by the Linth River. It is a narrow lake, only reaching a maximum width of 2 miles, but reaches 25 miles long.
Bahnhofstrasse
Bahnhofstrasse, meaning "Station Street" in English, is the main downtown street in Zurich. It is home to some of the city's best shops, like Bvlgari, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and many more.
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Lucerne, SWITZERLAND
This Swiss city on gorgeous Lake Lucerne is popular with tourists due to its amazing views of the lake, Mount Pilatus, and Mount Rigi of the Swiss Alps. Some of the buildings in Lucerne date back hundreds of years.
Chapel Bridge
This covered bridge that crosses the Reuss River in Lucerne is one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions. The interior of the bridge contains several paintings which were completed in the 17th century.
Lion Monument
The Lion of Lucerne is an amazing sculpture carved directly into a cliffside in one of Switzerland's most gorgeous cities. It was done to commemorate the deaths of Swiss soldiers who were brutally massacred during the bloody French Revolution.
4-7 Day France and Switzerland Flexi Tour from Paris
2-8 Day France and Switzerland Flexi Tour from Geneva
3-8 Day France and Switzerland Flexi Tour from Lucerne
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2-7 Day France, Switzerland, Spain Flexi Tour from Frankfurt
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