Madrid - Arrival

Welcome to Madrid!

Welcome to Europamundo!

IMPORTANT: If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information sign with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.

Note: The schedules in this itinerary are for reference. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance your experience.

In the evening, we’ll provide transfers to Plaza Mayor and La Latina, Madrid’s most famous neighborhoods for nightlife and tapas restaurants. You can choose to dine at a restaurant of your preference—options include Indian, Chinese, Spanish, and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Madrid

The day will begin around 09:15 a.m. with a city tour through the center of Madrid, featuring landmarks such as Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de Colón, and Plaza Mayor.

We´ll then visit Retiro Park, a serene oasis in the heart of the city, where we’ll see the lake and the Palacio de Cristal. Our next stop will be the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the iconic home of Real Madrid. Here, we’ll explore the areas reserved for players, the public sections, and a small museum dedicated to the team, often hailed as the best in the world.

Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.

In the evening, we will return to the hotel.

Madrid - Zaragoza - Poblet - Barcelona

Total distance covered: 640 km.

Scenery: Varied, with rugged sections, arid areas, and Mediterranean landscapes towards the end.

07:30 a.m. - Departure from Madrid. We’ll make a brief stop along the way.
12:30 p.m. - Zaragoza. Our guide will provide information about the city, leaving you in Plaza del Pilar to visit the basilica and enjoy lunch.

02:30 p.m. - Departure from Zaragoza.
05:00 p.m. – Poblet Abbey. We’ll stop to visit this beautifully preserved medieval monastery, surrounded by ancient walls in a picturesque setting (admission included).

06:15 p.m. - Departure from Poblet Abbey. We’ll travel through the rich agricultural regions of central Catalonia.
08:00 p.m. - Barcelona.

Barcelona - Girona

Total distance covered: 115 km.

09:00 a.m. - After breakfast, we´ll embark on a panoramic tour of Barcelona led by our guide or a local expert. This vibrant city, also known as the "City of Counts," nestled along the Mediterranean Sea, is renowned for Gaudí’s modernist architecture, the bustling Ramblas, and its rich history, marked by the Universal Exposition and the Olympics hosted here. Barcelona is renowned as one of the most beautiful and fascinating European capitals. We’ll see the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluña, Paseo de Gracia, Diagonal, Sagrada Familia, Montjuïc with its Olympic facilities, and Plaza de España. We’ll make a stop in Sagrada Familia to admire the exterior of the monument. The tour will end in La Rambla, where you can stroll through the historic Gothic Quarter. After the city tour, our guide will offer an optional visit to Gaudí’s masterpiece and symbol of the city: Sagrada Familia. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.

06:00 p.m. – We’ll depart from Barcelona, heading towards the north of Catalonia.
07:30 p.m. - Girona – We’ll arrive in this picturesque Catalan city, known for its beautiful historic center and the impressive cathedral with its grand staircase. The city is charmingly lit up in the evening and offers many small restaurants.

Note: If our hotel is not located near the city center, you´ll have free time to explore Girona until 9:15 p.m. before heading to the hotel.

Girona - Arles - Carrières des Lumières - Chambery

Total distance covered: 650 km.

Scenery: Pleasant green and Mediterranean landscapes.

08:00 a.m. – Departure from Girona. We’ll cross into France and journey through the Provence region.
12:00 p.m. - Arles - Arrival in this charming city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, we´ll visit the Roman amphitheater, the best-preserved in France, and explore quaint Provençal Romanesque churches. We´ll also reflect on Van Gogh, the Dutch painter who brilliantly captured the unique light of southern France during his most creative period. You´ll have time to stroll around and enjoy lunch.

02:30 p.m. – Departure from Arles through the gentle landscapes of Provence.
03:15 p.m. - Carrières des Lumières (Light Quarries) - Near Arles, we´ll experience an immersive show featuring the works of iconic painters, brought to life through projections of images and sound in these ancient quarries, over 20 million years old. Admission included.

04:30 p.m. – Departure from Carrières des Lumières. We’ll continue our journey towards Chambery.
08:30 p.m. - Chambery - Arrival and check-in at the hotel.

Note: If tickets for the Carrières des Lumières show are unavailable due to high demand, we will provide an alternative visit to the Pont du Gard, a famous Roman aqueduct.

Chambery - Geneva - Gruyères - Chillon - Leysin

Total distance covered: 290 km.

Scenery: Enjoy stunning views of Lake Geneva, with expansive lakes and snow-capped peaks in the distance. In the afternoon, we’ll travel through the mountains, passing charming villages with traditional wooden houses.

Note: Please bring your passport, as we will be entering Switzerland, and there may be border controls requiring documentation.

08:00 a.m. - Chambery - We’ll start our day with a stroll through this delightful capital of Savoy, a medieval city with a beautiful historic center and a grand castle.

09:00 a.m. – Departure from Chambery. We’ll head to Switzerland.
10:30 a.m. - Geneva. As the capital of the French-speaking region of Switzerland, Geneva is situated beside a lake and hosts the European United Nations headquarters, the International Labour Organization, the Red Cross, and numerous other international organizations. With our guide, we´ll see the Palace of Nations, the lovely English Garden with its flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe.

12:00 p.m. - Geneva – We´ll continue along Lake Geneva, passing through stunning vineyard landscapes in an area recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
01:30 p.m. - Gruyères - Famous for its cheese, Gruyères is a picturesque walled village. We´ll have time for lunch here. Nearby, there are some of Switzerland´s major chocolate factories, including Nestlé. Our tour includes admission to the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory, where you’ll enjoy a sweet tasting experience!

04:00 p.m. – Departure from Gruyères traveling through the mountains and picturesque Swiss villages.
04:45 p.m. - Chillon Castle - Arrival at this impressive medieval castle set on the lake´s waters. Admission included.

05:45 p.m. – Departure from Chillon Castle. We’ll enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery, passing through villages with charming wooden architecture.
06:30 p.m. - Leysin - Arrival in this beautiful holiday village offering stunning views of the Rhône Valley and Mont Blanc. Leysin is known for its winter sports and hiking options. Dinner will be included.

Note: Depending on availability, accommodation may sometimes be in another charming Swiss town nestled in the Alps, such as Martigny.

Leysin - Glacier 3000 - Interlaken - Lucerne - Zurich

Total distance covered: 230 km.

Scenery: This part of our journey offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps, featuring high peaks that remain snow-covered year-round, traditional villages and beautiful lakes.

Recommendation: Bring warm clothes and comfortable shoes, as we will be heading up to high mountains where you´ll have the opportunity to explore the area. It´s also a good idea to bring a raincoat. Additionally, if the day is sunny, remember to use sunscreen while enjoying the mountain views.

Note: In case of adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the Glacier 3000 cable car may be closed. If this happens, we will offer an equally spectacular alternative to enjoy the alpine landscapes.

08:30 a.m. – Departure from Leysin. We´ll be surrounded by stunning high mountain landscapes, with snow and ice visible throughout most of the year.
09:00 a.m. - We´ll take the cable car up to the Glacier 3000, one of the most spectacular spots in Switzerland. From its terraces, you´ll enjoy panoramic views of the alpine landscapes. You can also walk across the suspended bridge connecting two mountain peaks, explore the Ice Cathedral, or enjoy activities in the Fun Park.

11:30 a.m. - Departure for Interlaken, passing through scenic mountain and lake landscapes.
01:30 p.m. - Interlaken. This charming town is nestled between two lakes and is surrounded by impressive mountain scenery. We’ll have time for lunch here.

03:00 p.m. – Departure from Interlaken.
04:15 p.m. - Lucerne. Known as one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland, Lucerne features picturesque wooden bridges crossing the lake. Enjoy some time to stroll and take in the sights.

06:00 p.m. – Departure from Lucerne.
07:00 p.m. - Zurich. We´ll take a leisurely stroll in the largest city in Switzerland and its economic center before heading to our hotel.

Zurich - Basel - Colmar - Riquewihr - Strasbourg

Total distance covered: 225 km.

Scenery: The charming little towns of Alsace.

08:30 a.m. – Departure from Zurich to northern Switzerland.
09:45 a.m. - Basel. Arrival in this important city on the banks of the Rhine, at the border of Germany and France. You’ll have time to explore the historic center, where the Town Hall Square is a highlight, and admire the cathedral that overlooks the Rhine River.

11:45 a.m. – Departure from Basel. We’ll continue our journey to Alsace, a French region with a rich history of being contested between France and Germany. Alsace retains its own German dialect, Alsatian, and boasts architecture and traditions with deep Germanic roots.
12:45 p.m. - Colmar. Arrival in this beautiful Alsatian city, known for its unique architecture, with colorful wooden houses and picturesque canals. You’ll have time for a stroll and lunch. Be sure to enjoy its renowned white wine and local cuisine.

04:00 p.m. – Departure from Colmar. We’ll continue through the heart of Alsace.
04:30 p.m. - Riquewihr. Time to explore this medieval town, with its cobblestone streets and colorful houses that look like they’re straight out of a fairy tale, and which inspired scenes from the movie Beauty and the Beast.

06:00 p.m. – Departure from Riquewihr.
07:00 p.m. - Strasbourg. Arrival in the evening. We suggest exploring the Cathedral and Petite France areas, which are full of charming spots and small restaurants.

Strasbourg - Freiburg - Triberg - Gengenbach - Baden-Baden

Total distance covered: 258 km.

Scenery: Mountain towns of the Black Forest.

Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking around Triberg.

We’ll start our day in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace and home to the European Parliament. We recommend taking a stroll in the city’s beautiful historic center with its charming medieval streets, a stunning Gothic cathedral, and picturesque canals lined with flowers. We’ll include a boat trip through the canals of Petite France.

11:30 a.m. – Departure from Strasbourg. We’ll head into Germany, passing through the stunning mountain landscapes and quaint towns of the Black Forest.
12:45 p.m. - Freiburg. Time for lunch and a stroll through this vibrant university city, known for its medieval center and cathedral.

02:30 p.m. – Departure from Freiburg. We’ll continue our journey through the beautiful landscapes of the region.
03:45 p.m. - Triberg. Arrival in one of the most picturesque towns in the Black Forest, famous for its cuckoo clocks. We’ll include admission to the Triberg Waterfalls, the highest in Germany, which we´ll reach via a scenic walking path.

05:15 p.m. – Departure from Triberg.
06:15 p.m. - Gengenbach. Quick stop to photograph this charming town, known for its beautiful central square.

06:45 p.m. – Departure from Gengenbach.
07:45 p.m. - Baden-Baden. Arrival in this elegant Black Forest spa town, once a favorite among European nobility and the upper bourgeoisie. The town’s casinos, architecture, and parks reflect its storied past.

Baden-Baden - Speyer - Heidelberg - Frankfurt

Total distance covered: 207 km.
Scenery: Landscapes of vineyards and medieval towns along the Rhine River.

After breakfast, some free time in Baden-Baden to stroll through its parks along the central promenade.
10:00 a.m. – Baden-Baden – departure. We head toward the state of Rhineland-Palatinate.

11:15 a.m. – Speyer – arrival in this beautiful city, founded by the Romans, on the banks of the Rhine. Free time to walk through its great Romanesque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit it, and explore the old quarter, where the Alte Münze tower stands out.

12:15 p.m. – Speyer – departure.
12:45 p.m. – Heidelberg – we will take the funicular (ticket included) up to its impressive castle (access to the exterior grounds, the wine cellars, and the Pharmacy Museum included), offering wonderful views over the city. Afterwards, time for lunch and to explore the old town and its Marktplatz.

3:30 p.m. – Heidelberg – departure.
4:45 p.m. – Frankfurt. Time to stroll and have dinner in this major German financial city, with its modern skyscrapers, old town, views of the Rhine River, and well-known nightlife.

7:30 p.m. – Transfer to the hotel.

Frankfurt - Luxembourg - Reims - Paris

Total distance covered: 676 km.

Scenery: The rural charm of green hills blanketed with vineyards in the Champagne wine region.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Frankfurt. We’ll journey to France, passing through the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, a small country where both Luxembourgish and French are spoken.
11:00 a.m. - Luxembourg. We’ll arrive in this cosmopolitan city, where rich history meets the modernity of a financial hub and the headquarters of European institutions. Some of its highlights include the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city’s fortifications, the Grand Ducal Palace, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Enjoy some time for a walk and lunch.

02:00 p.m. - Departure from Luxembourg. We’ll continue our journey into France.
05:00 p.m. - Reims. In the heart of the Champagne-producing region, we’ll pause to give you the chance to visit its Gothic cathedral, the historic site of numerous French royal coronations.

06:00 p.m. - Departure from Reims.
08:00 p.m. – Paris.

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

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.