Overview:

Follow the glistening shores of the Mediterranean from Catalunya to the romantic canals of Venice, to experience the varied landscapes, history and culture of some of the smallest independent countries in Europe.

Countries Visited

Spain
Spain
Spain

Escorted by one of Insight's expert Tour Directors - your ‘travelling concierge', expert guide, consummate facilitator and friend in a foreign land who ensures your journey is as enjoyable as possible. Baggage handling with seamless and prompt delivery to your door at every hotel. Hotel and restaurant tips included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for coins or banknotes. Free Wi-Fi in most hotel rooms or lobbies - click here for hotel details. Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating insights and commentary. Insight Flourishes - from time to time your Tour Director will enchant you with local tidbits, each representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination. Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight's Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom. Complimentary on-board wi-fi where possible. Airport transfers at scheduled times on the first and last day of your escorted journey.

Barcelona: Drive down the elegant Passeig de Gracia to witness some of the finest Modernist architecture. Stand in awe beside Gaudi's incredible Sagrada Famila.
Carcassonne: Enjoy a walking tour of this fortified town.
Pont du Gard: See the famous Roman aqueduct.
Aix-en-Provence: See the mansions of the Cours Mirabeau.
Cannes: See the Film Festival Palace.
Monaco: Drive on part of the Grand Prix circuit. See the Royal Palace, see the yacht-filled harbour and visit the tomb of Princess Grace in the Cathedral.
Provence: Visit a family-run olive mill, meet the family, learn about the oil production process and taste the high quality products.
Venice: Enjoy a four-course Celebration Dinner complete with wine.
12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB); plus 1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 3 three-course table d'hôte Dinners (DW) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD) all with wine, plus tea or coffee.
Barcelona: With a Local Expert, visit Gaudi's extraordinary masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Basilica.
Montserrat: Ascend the ‘serrated mountain', enjoy the spectacular panoramic views, and visit the Basilica Real to see the mystical Black Madonna.
Carcassonne: : Your orientation tour will show you the Château Comtal and the Basilique Saint-Nazaire, a gothic church from the 1100s.
Pont du Gard: See the superb three-tiered aqueduct, the Pont du Gard, which dates from Roman times.
Portofino: Cruise from Santa Margherita and get a taste of the 'sweet life' in this elegant fishing village.
Cinque Terre: With a Local Expert take a short boat cruise to visit two of the villages of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Venice: To the tune of accompanying musicians, you will be serenaded through the atmospheric canals by gondolas.
Rapallo: The Grand Hotel Bristol is one of the most prestigious properties on the eastern Ligurian Riviera, featuring an elegant Art Nouveau style residence dating from 1908. It is only a 15 minute walk from the beach and offers a large freshwater pool with a sundeck.
Venice: The Bauer Palladio is a unique 5-star hotel built in a 16th century convent. Based on Giudecca Island, it offers superb opulent decor and stunning facilities.