Barcelona to Paris

Get a snapshot of some of the best bits of northern Spain and eastern France on this eight-day adventure through Western Europe. Wander the streets of Barcelona and see the incredible architecture of Gaudi throughout the city before being transported back in time to the medieval walls of Girona. Learn the history of gladiators in the Roman amphitheatre of Nimes and watch the mammoth mountains and crystal coasts streak past on your way to Avignon. Round it all out in the iconic City of Lights – Paris!

Please keep your luggage as small and light as possible. You’ll be travelling on public transport where storage space is limited. You’ll need to be able to lift your luggage into storage racks, walk across cobblestone streets with it and carry it up and down stairs., This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has plenty of free time, for which your leader will have great recommendations. Please budget spending money for optional activities. We recommend booking tickets one month in advance for any optional activities that require pre-booking., As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. Hotels in Europe often don’t have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite. Elevators may not be available in older buildings in Europe., Summer temperatures can exceed 40° C in many regions, so use sun protection, wear light layers and drink plenty of water. Many European hotel rooms don’t have air conditioning. In winter, pack warm, waterproof layers, as snow and rain are possible. Carefully consider which season best suits you., Train is the primary means of transportation on this trip. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive in the city centre.