Rome, Paris and Madrid

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9 or 11 days

Italy, France, Spain, extension to Portugal

Three magnificent capital cities; three distinctly different flavors of Europe.

In bold and colorful Madrid, indulge your appetite for art, music, and, of course, tapas. In elegant and enlightening Paris, majestic architecture and charming boulevards compete for your attention (along with the crepes). While in the well-chiseled landscape of Rome, ancient history springs to life at the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, complemented nicely by world-famous gelato.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

Day 1: Fly overnight to Spain
Day 2: Madrid

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Take a walking tour of Madrid

Visit the Prado

Day 3: Madrid

Take a guided tour of Madrid

With your expert local guide you will see:

Puerta del Sol
Plaza Mayor
Plaza de Oriente

Visit the Royal Palace

Time to explore on your own or

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Toledo

This guided half-day optional excursion takes you to Toledo, the “city of the three cultures.” Explore its diverse artistic and cultural legacy on a panoramic drive around the city, stopping at the iconic cathedral and the famed Church of Santo Tomé. Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Day 4: Paris
Fly to Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Île de la Cité
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Day 5: Paris

Take a guided tour of Paris

With your expert local guide you will see:

Place de la Concorde
Champs-Élysées
Arc de Triomphe
Les Invalides
Eiffel Tower

Time to explore on your own or

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Versailles

Join an optional excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Please note: Versailles is closed on Mondays. Enrollment deadline for this excursion is 70 days prior to departure.

Day 6: Paris • Night train

Visit the Louvre

Enjoy free time in Paris

Board a night train to Rome
Day 7: Rome
Arrive in Rome

Take an expertly guided tour of Rome

Visit the Colosseum

Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps

Day 8: Rome

Take a guided tour of Vatican City

Visit the Sistine Chapel

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica

Enjoy a free evening or

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Cooking Class in Rome

From pasta to pizza to cannoli, Italian food is beloved—and devoured—all around the world. This is your chance to step up to the stove and learn from a real Italian chef. Discover the basics of regional specialties, and how a few quality ingredients can make all the difference. After you've helped prepare the food it's time for the best part: Enjoying your mouth-watering meal.

Day 9: Depart for home